Insights
ACA Celebrates Black History Month by Discussing Gaps in Health and Wellness
In honor of Black History Month, ACA's Connected Black Professionals Group hosted a number of speakers to discuss bridging the gap in health and wellness with ACA employees.
- ACA News
SEC Proposes Rule Amendments to Modernize Beneficial Ownership Reporting
On February 10, 2022, the SEC voted to propose amendments regarding beneficial ownership reporting under Exchange Act Sections 13(d) and 13(g). The proposed rules would accelerate the filings deadline of Schedule 13D and 13G filings.
- Compliance
FCA Reminds Firms of their Financial Sanctions Obligations in the Light of New UK Measures Against Russia
The FCA has reminded firms of their financial sanctions obligations in the light of new UK measures against Russia. We outline key reminders and requirements for regulated firms to observe.
- Compliance
Ukrainian-Russian Conflict Escalates: How Developing Sanctions Affect U.S. Asset Managers
All U.S. persons and entities, including financial firms, are required to abide by the current OFAC sanctions against Russia. Firms should review their KYC, sanctions, and due diligence efforts in light of the changing OFAC mandates.
- AML and Financial Crime
- Compliance
Updated: Firms Encouraged to Remain Vigilant Due to Heightened Cybersecurity Concerns Over the Current Situation in Ukraine
In light of recent geopolitical issues with Russia and Ukraine, both the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre and the U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have released guidance on action steps firms can take to bolster and protect their cyber programs.
- Cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity Resources
2022 Regulatory Headwinds: Potential Changes to Securities Laws and Regulations and the Impact on Private Fund Managers
We partnered with Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP to explore several of the proposed SEC rulemakings that merit special attention for private funds.
- RegTech
- Compliance
Four Reasons to Attend Regulatory Horizon 2022 | Prepare for the Challenges of Tomorrow
On 8-10 March, we bring together a wealth of financial services industry experts at our virtual conference. Over 3 days and 10 sessions, they’ll examine a wide variety of governance risk and compliance hot topics and challenges. Learn more about why you should add this event to your calendar.
- Compliance
- ComplianceAlpha
- ESG
- Cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity Resources
- Managed Services
- FCA
- SEC
- SEC Marketing Rule
- Regulatory Deadlines
SEC Proposes Sweeping Changes Affecting Private Fund Managers
On February 9, 2022, the SEC proposed five new rules as well as amendments to Rules 204-2 and 206(4)-7 under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, as amended. According to the SEC, these proposals are designed to address "concerns that arise out of the opacity that is prevalent in the private fund structure."
- Compliance
- Private Fund
Whaling Attacks: How to Respond When a C-Suite Executive is a Victim
Whaling will soon become one of the most prominent forms of cyberattacks, especially with firms that operate in remote and hybrid work environments. In this article, we describe: whaling attacks, their impact, how to prepare C-Suite executives to not fall victim to whaling attacks, and what to do if an executive is a victim.
- Cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity Resources
Significant Proposals for Cybersecurity Risk Rules in the Financial Industry
The SEC recently voted to propose new rules to address cybersecurity risk management for registered investment advisers and investment companies. These proposed rules address multiple concerns related to cybersecurity risks to investment advisors, clients of investment advisors, private funds, and investors of private funds.
- Cybersecurity