Tag: financial regulation
How to streamline your annual SEC Form ADV filing
Accurate and timely Form ADV filings play a central role in maintaining trust with regulators and protecting an investment adviser’s reputation.
When firms fall behind,...
Why perpetual futures are reshaping US markets
US financial markets are evolving quickly as exchanges adapt to changing trading behaviours and a growing retail investor base.
Products designed around speed and accessibility,...
Regulatory exams explained: how to reduce risk and surprises
The word “exam” tends to trigger anxiety, whether it comes from a school, a doctor, or a financial regulator.
In financial services, however, regulatory...
Preparing communications governance for regulatory scrutiny in 2026
Is your communications compliance framework ready for 2026? That was the central question behind a recent research initiative surveying 100 compliance, IT and surveillance...
FCA plans overhaul to widen access to UK mortgages
The FCA has outlined a package of reforms aimed at reshaping the UK mortgage market, with a particular focus on improving access for first-time...
How US banks are redefining reputational risk
Reputational risk has long played a prominent role in how U.S. financial institutions assess and manage threats to their business models, earnings, and operational...
FCA moves to redefine professional investor standards
The FCA has unveiled a sweeping package of policy reforms aimed at boosting investment participation, strengthening market confidence and reaffirming the UK’s status as...
SEC allows TBC to unregistered entities with conditions
For years, broker-dealer groups have questioned whether their representatives could be paid through personal service companies.
The practice is common in other industries, where individuals...
FCA proposes major cut to MiFIR reporting rules
The FCA has issued a landmark consultation setting out one of the most significant changes to the UK’s MiFIR transaction reporting regime since its...
FINRA expands AI oversight in new regulatory era
FINRA’s recent focus on artificial intelligence marks a significant moment for US financial regulation, with the organisation accelerating efforts to embed GenAI into its...










