Insights

December 21, 2020

The California Privacy Rights Act of 2020 (CPRA) is a new data privacy law that substantially updates the existing California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) to bring California's privacy regulations in

December 18, 2020

This year, as we responded to the pandemic, we continued to invest in enhancing our cybersecurity and privacy services to help our clients meet their firm's priorities efficiently and effectively as well as respond to the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Review a summary of 2020 cybersecurity news and insights and other resources and prepare for 2021.

December 18, 2020

Following our Cyber Alert earlier this week about the SolarWinds breach, many extraordinary steps have been taken by industry leaders to respond to what may be the most material global intrusion campaign of the past decade.

December 17, 2020

Firms are turning to technology at a record rate thanks in large part to the pandemic, and regulators worldwide continue to prioritize technology innovation and data. We've curated a roundup of notable alerts and insights from ACA's experts as well as ComplianceAlpha enhancements to help you catch up and prepare for a successful 2021.

December 16, 2020

Following the end of the Brexit transition period, AIFMs wishing to market their funds should re-evaluate the AIFMD marketing notification requirements.

December 15, 2020

During the course of 2020, the SEC was active in proposing and adopting new rules. Beyond rulemaking, the SEC also issued exemptive orders and no-action letters of note, including actions related to COVID-19. Here, we highlight some of the SEC’s 2020 regulatory activities for registered investment companies.

December 14, 2020

A major breach has compromised confidential data at several U.S. government agencies, including the Treasury Department and the Department of Commerce exposing information from the executive branch, the military, and intelligence services. It has likewise compromised leading telecommunications firms, technology firms, and international governments.

December 14, 2020

The Brexit transition means in excess of 1,500 global firms need to adapt their business models and regulatory registration arrangements to continue operating within the UK. We outline details of the UK transitional regimes, the FCA’s expectations of international firms operating in the UK and the FCA authorisation process.

December 11, 2020

To help you stay on track with your firm’s FINRA reporting obligations, we’ve put together a printable calendar with key deadlines in addition to U.S. national holidays at a glance.

December 10, 2020

With just days to go to the end of the transition period for the UK’s departure from the EU, we’ve developed a checklist of key considerations and activities that UK investment managers need to prepare.