Regulation And Legislation

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CFP Board issues ethical guides for planners
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 10, 2022
CFP Board issues ethical guides for planners

Each guide breaks down specific elements of the group’s Code and Standards and discusses how CFPs can fulfill their duties.

Half-point Fed hike in March is a coin flip after hot inflation
NEWS MUTUAL FUNDS FEB 10, 2022
Half-point Fed hike in March is a coin flip after hot inflation

U.S. consumer prices jumped in January by more than expected, representing a bigger hit to Americans’ paychecks as inflation charges ahead at the fastest pace since 1982.

SEC proposes first cybersecurity rule for investment advisers
NEWS FINTECH FEB 09, 2022
SEC proposes first cybersecurity rule for investment advisers

Under the regulation, advisers would have to adopt and implement policies and procedure to address cyber risks and report incidents to the SEC and on their Form ADV.

Finra finds brokerages fall short on Reg BI compliance
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 09, 2022
Finra finds brokerages fall short on Reg BI compliance

The Reg BI examination results are part of a 60-page report outlining the regulator's 2022 priorities.

Three states implement continuing education rules for IARs
NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 08, 2022
Three states implement continuing education rules for IARs

Maryland, Mississippi and Vermont are the first states to put the NASAA model rule into effect.

Comments not likely to sway SEC to approve Bitcoin ETF
NEWS ALTERNATIVES FEB 08, 2022
Comments not likely to sway SEC to approve Bitcoin ETF

The SEC has rejected several Bitcoin ETF proposals because of concerns about potential investor harm tied to a crypto market it does not regulate.

Treasury official says the need for stablecoin legislation is ‘urgent’
NEWS ALTERNATIVES FEB 08, 2022
Treasury official says the need for stablecoin legislation is ‘urgent’

Treasury's Liang says that firms offering the coins should face the heightened scrutiny that lenders receive under U.S. rules.

The SEC wants to know your views on Bitcoin ETFs
NEWS ALTERNATIVES FEB 07, 2022
The SEC wants to know your views on Bitcoin ETFs

The agency is asking the public to comment on recent applications for exchange-traded funds linked directly to the price of Bitcoin and whether such funds could be a vehicle for fraud.

Digital asset industry group forms to promote market confidence
NEWS ALTERNATIVES FEB 07, 2022
Digital asset industry group forms to promote market confidence

The Crypto Market Integrity Coalition is amendable to regulation and wants to help shape it. The 17 members signed a pledge to combat fraud and manipulation and ensure fair digital markets.

Lawsuit against DOL fiduciary rule hopes history repeats in Texas
NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 04, 2022
Lawsuit against DOL fiduciary rule hopes history repeats in Texas

A group representing independent insurance agents says the regulation places an undue burden on them.

Hey SEC, please clarify fiduciary duty so I can enjoy college hoops again!
NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 03, 2022
Hey SEC, please clarify fiduciary duty so I can enjoy college hoops again!

I was watching my alma mater play a crucial conference game when a commercial from a financial firm sparked a debate on fiduciary duty.

Bessemer Trust sued over 401(k) plan
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 02, 2022
Bessemer Trust sued over 401(k) plan

The lawsuit argues the company’s use of its own Old Westbury line of mutual funds in the plan benefited Bessemer at the expense of plan participants.

Smaller firms may not be ready for DOL fiduciary rule now in force
NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 02, 2022
Smaller firms may not be ready for DOL fiduciary rule now in force

Under the Labor Department rule that took effect this week, advisers must declare their fiduciary status and material conflicts of interest in writing and follow impartial conduct standards.

Judge rips Wells, Finra, in decision over arbitration claim
NEWS WIREHOUSES FEB 02, 2022
Judge rips Wells, Finra, in decision over arbitration claim

At the center of the judge's order to vacate the arbitration decision were questions about whether or not Finra arbitration was a neutral forum for investors.

Regulators charge metals dealer with $67 million fraud
NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 01, 2022
Regulators charge metals dealer with $67 million fraud

The SEC, NASAA and the CFTC take action to stop Safeguard Metals and its owner, Jeffrey Santulan, whose scheme allegedly targeted investors who were at or nearing retirement.

FSI launches program to boost diversity among independent advisers
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 01, 2022
FSI launches program to boost diversity among independent advisers

FSI is partnering with Inroads to encourage its member firms to offer paid internships for students of color.

Georgia court refuses to dismiss 401(k) suit, citing SCOTUS Northwestern decision
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 31, 2022
Georgia court refuses to dismiss 401(k) suit, citing SCOTUS Northwestern decision

The case filed against the Columbus Regional Health System cited breaches similar to those alleged in the Northwestern case, such as offering retail share classes of mutual funds instead of lower-cost institutional shares.

Rising crypto star faces SEC, volatile markets
NEWS ALTERNATIVES JAN 31, 2022
Rising crypto star faces SEC, volatile markets

Ophelia Snyder, 29, is already managing $2.5 billion. She is now teaming up with Cathie Wood to bring a Bitcoin ETF to the U.S. — if regulators allow it.

SEC keeps up pressure on private fund advisers
NEWS ALTERNATIVES JAN 28, 2022
SEC keeps up pressure on private fund advisers

Under Chairman Gary Gensler, the agency is taking a closer look at private equity, hedge funds.

If regulators want meaningful feedback, bring back 60-day comment periods
NEWS OPINION JAN 28, 2022
If regulators want meaningful feedback, bring back 60-day comment periods

Stakeholders must have enough time to analyze and provide a reasoned response in order to provide helpful input on proposed regulations.