Key Findings from the ACA and NSCP 2024 Cybersecurity Program Benchmarking Survey
We will share valuable insights from our biannual Cybersecurity Benchmarking Survey in partnership with NSCP.
Whether you’re looking to fulfill your annual SEC compliance program review as mandated by Rule 206(4)-7 of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, your FINRA required annual review, need to conduct a gap analysis to determine if your firm is acting within the remit of its FCA Part 4A license permission, or want some assistance with thematic reviews or consistent regulatory consulting throughout the year, we can help.
Conducting periodic testing of your firm’s governance and control arrangements, as well as its policies and procedures, is essential to help avoid the cost and reputational risk of future scrutiny and potential enforcement.
Regulatory gaps, failings or weaknesses can result in fines, reputational damage, and even criminal sanctions.
Gain the peace of mind that comes from working with the most trusted and experienced GRC advisor in the financial services industry. With former SEC, FINRA, FCA, NFA, CFTC, OCC, and state regulators along with former along with former Chief Compliance Officers and senior compliance managers from prominent financial institutions, we offer a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape and the holistic use of technology to maximize efficiencies and provide true value.
Investment advisers often have robust compliance testing programs in place to ensure their staff and control environment remain a well-oiled machine. Most of the time, such testing programs are front of mind and on top of the daily, weekly, or monthly to-do list.
Yet over the past year – as compliance professionals have been forced to work from home during a global pandemic that comes with additional family obligations, enhanced day-to-day surveillance of staff, and adapting to changing expectations - testing has fallen to the bottom of the priority list. Unfortunately, the obligation to forensically test and/or stress test your compliance program remains.
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From the end of the Brexit transition period on 1 January 2021, the UK became a ‘third country’ when reporting to EU regulators under the EU Short Selling Regulation. Following updates from ESMA, firms may now be subject to a dual-reporting requirement.
Following HM Treasury & ESMA announcements, the FCA has provided an update on the notification and reporting of short sales under its newly onshored regime. We examine the revised UK regime and explore if this is an early taste of post-Brexit accommodation.
Following the end of the Brexit transition period, AIFMs wishing to market their funds should re-evaluate the AIFMD marketing notification requirements.
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.
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.
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.
Our annual survey in partnership with NSCP reveals that investment firms overlook AI as a cybersecurity risk and remain wary about SEC cybersecurity enforcement and compliance with new rules
ACA Wealth sets a new standard in GRC support for wealth managers, providing unmatched expertise and comprehensive solutions to address evolving regulatory requirements.
ACA proudly joins the global celebration of International Women's History Month, commemorating the remarkable achievements and enduring legacies of women worldwide.
We will share valuable insights from our biannual Cybersecurity Benchmarking Survey in partnership with NSCP.
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