ACA’s Most Popular Webcasts of 2024

2024 brought significant developments and fluctuations in areas such as regulatory compliance, the rise of AI, and cybersecurity concerns. These changes posed both challenges and opportunities for firms striving to stay aligned with evolving standards and expectations. To help firms navigate these shifts effectively, our webcasts provided comprehensive insights into key updates and critical trends.

During these sessions, we offered detailed guidance to help adapt to new regulatory requirements, enhance compliance frameworks, and address emerging risks threats. By outlining practical recommendations and actionable strategies, our webcasts equipped firms with the tools to remain resilient and maintain operational excellence in an ever-changing regulatory landscape.

Below are our top webcasts from 2024, now available to view on-demand.

1. Empowering Innovation: Unlocking the Future with AI-Driven Solutions

In the dynamic landscape of global commerce, artificial intelligence (AI) is a crucial component that businesses are rapidly adopting. Be it enhancing productivity and compliance, or revolutionizing investment research and marketing, AI serves as a game-changer.

Yet, as this technology evolves, it is paramount for businesses to not only comprehend the different types of AI and their potential applications, but also to effectively manage the ensuing compliance challenges. From structuring robust governance systems and conducting comprehensive risk assessments to ensuring stringent data security, the integration of AI into business operations demands a proactive approach.

This year, we partnered with BlueFlame AI to provide practical insights into the opportunities AI presents while addressing the hurdles of its adoption, offering a detailed perspective to help businesses navigate the AI landscape with confidence and strategic clarity.
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2. Cybersecurity - A Critical Priority in the Finance Industry

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity remains a paramount concern for organizations across all sectors. The increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber threats necessitate a proactive and comprehensive approach to cybersecurity. Robust cybersecurity measures, including advanced threat detection, employee training, and adherence to regulatory frameworks, are vital to ensuring the integrity of financial systems and protecting against evolving threats.

Our 2024 cybersecurity webcasts not only delve into critical lessons from significant cyber incidents, emphasizing robust cybersecurity measures, third-party risk management, and regulatory compliance but also, sharing valuable findings from our biannual Cybersecurity Benchmarking Survey conducted in partnership with the NSCP.

• Lessons Learned from 2024's Scariest Cyber Breaches
• Key Findings from the ACA and NSCP 2024 Cybersecurity Program Benchmarking Survey

3. Marketing Rule Best Practices: What We’ve Learned Over the Past Two Years

Although the SEC gave us guidelines to comply with the Marketing Rule, since its compliance date in November 2022, the financial industry has been grappling with how to put the rule’s requirements into everyday practice. This webcast emphasized practical compliance strategies to avoid enforcement actions, including careful review of marketing materials and adherence to SEC guidelines.
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4. Strengthening Compliance Through SEC Examinations

The SEC’s examination program is a critical component of its mission to protect investors, maintain fair and efficient markets, and promote compliance with federal securities laws. These examinations assess the practices of registered entities, including investment advisers, broker-dealers, and funds, focusing on areas like compliance programs, cybersecurity, marketing, and conflicts of interest. By identifying risks and enforcing regulations, SEC examinations help firms strengthen their operations.

This year we conducted several webcasts that outlined the SEC’s expectations and how firms can prepare.

• SEC Examinations: What to Expect and How to Prepare
• 2025 SEC Examination Priorities: What you need to know
• Maximizing Preparedness: The Benefits of Conducting a Mock SEC Exam

5. Master Digital Communications Governance: Effective eComms Capture, Archive, & Surveillance

In today's fast-paced digital landscape, mastering digital communications governance is more critical than ever. The proliferation of communication channels and the increasing complexity of regulatory requirements necessitate robust strategies for capturing, archiving, and surveilling electronic communications effectively.

Our expert panel delved into the critical aspects of digital communication governance, focusing on current enforcement trends, regulatory expectations, strategic solutions for compliance, and best practices for implementing a comprehensive governance strategy.
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6. Getting Ahead of FinCEN's AML Regulations: What RIAs and ERAs Need to Know

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) introduced a new Anti-Money Laundering (AML) rule, effective January 1, 2026, expanding AML obligations to registered investment advisers (RIAs) and exempt reporting advisers (ERAs). This rule aims to strengthen the U.S. financial system's defenses against illicit activities. For investment advisers, understanding the rule's scope and requirements is vital for compliance and operational efficiency.

In this webcast our panelists provided a comprehensive overview of the new AML regulations and their impact on investment advisers. Watch now

7. From Detection to Recovery: Mastering Cyber Incident Response Planning

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the importance of a robust incident response plan (IRP) cannot be overstated. Cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, requiring organizations to be prepared to respond effectively to minimize damage and ensure business continuity. A well-structured IRP is a critical business imperative that involves stakeholders across the entire organization.

This webcast explores the key steps to mastering cyber incident response planning, from detection to recovery, and emphasize the necessity of regular testing and stakeholder involvement. Watch now

8. Climate Change, Compliance, and ESG: Navigating the New Data World

Data requirements for investment managers have never been more demanding. Investors are imposing stricter ESG-related expectations, climate change is impacting asset values, and regulators are leveraging new tools to evaluate manager profiles.

In this webcast our ESG experts explored the evolving ESG data challenges faced by asset managers, including shifting market and regulatory requirements. The session provided insights and strategies to help navigate these complexities and align with compliance and investor expectations. Watch now

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