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Finra fines LPL $3M for failing to detect wire transfers that harmed clients
BROKER DEALERS JUL 26, 2023
Finra fines LPL $3M for failing to detect wire transfers that harmed clients

One broker used client funds to pay expenses, while another used client cash to buy real estate.

Our next moon goal — the best for the world
OPINION JUL 26, 2023
Our next moon goal — the best for the world

InvestmentNews board member Dr. Benjamin Akande, a distinguished economist, shares an inspiring message.

Are you asking your partner firms these 5 questions?
OPINION JUL 26, 2023
Are you asking your partner firms these 5 questions?

Both clients and advisors are seeking assurance that solutions implemented today will remain effective and achievable in the future.

iCapital launches new portfolio construction tool
ALTERNATIVES JUL 26, 2023
iCapital launches new portfolio construction tool

Architect aims to make alts a core element of portfolios rather than a satellite component.

Advisors find rewards in pro bono work
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUL 25, 2023
Advisors find rewards in pro bono work

From teaching inmates financial literacy to working with divorced women, CFP Board's initiative is resonating with advisors.

AdvicePay hires new CEO to succeed Alan Moore
RIAS JUL 25, 2023
AdvicePay hires new CEO to succeed Alan Moore

The payment platform brings on fintech veteran Alex Sauickie, who plans to help expand services to banks and broker-dealers.

Savvy launches fully integrated AI platform for advisors
FINTECH JUL 25, 2023
Savvy launches fully integrated AI platform for advisors

The platform automates processes such as new account onboarding, portfolio recommendations, and personalized financial planning.

Ex-UBS wealth chief Tom Naratil joins Lightyear Capital
RIAS JUL 24, 2023
Ex-UBS wealth chief Tom Naratil joins Lightyear Capital

Naratil, a 39-year veteran of UBS, last fall stepped down from his senior roles at the wirehouse.

Cetera sees 9% of Securian advisors bolt after acquisition
BROKER DEALERS JUL 24, 2023
Cetera sees 9% of Securian advisors bolt after acquisition

Meanwhile, Cetera is offering tailored retention bonuses to Securian advisors who manage offices.

Bypassing Wall Street proves costly for P2P crypto exchanges
ALTERNATIVES JUL 24, 2023
Bypassing Wall Street proves costly for P2P crypto exchanges

The peer-to-peer trading digital asset trading platforms are struggling to achieve their decentralized dreams.

Lingering pain for clients of defunct broker-dealer
ALTERNATIVES JUL 21, 2023
Lingering pain for clients of defunct broker-dealer

The egregious case of Jamie Worden and the continuing issue of unpaid arbitration awards.

Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and others spend $1 billion on redundancies
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUL 21, 2023
Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and others spend $1 billion on redundancies

More job cuts to come, meanwhile JPMorgan is hiring.

Seven fintech companies to feature at second annual Future Proof festival
FINTECH JUL 19, 2023
Seven fintech companies to feature at second annual Future Proof festival

Six startups and Pershing X will demonstrate how their products can solve real problems for advisors.

Investment advisor numbers escalate while ideas for stronger oversight remain stuck
RIAS JUL 19, 2023
Investment advisor numbers escalate while ideas for stronger oversight remain stuck

Should the SEC turn to a third-party organization to help it increase the number of exams?

CFP Board taps Elizabeth Miller as 2024 chair-elect
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUL 19, 2023
CFP Board taps Elizabeth Miller as 2024 chair-elect

Miller will succeed the current chair-elect Matt Boersen next year and will subsequently ascend to chair of the Board in 2025.

Why investment banking deals should be part of your firm's tool kit
OPINION JUL 19, 2023
Why investment banking deals should be part of your firm's tool kit

Having a capital markets division in-house gives financial advisors the opportunity to access high-quality transactions for their clients.

Understanding WhatsApp supervision
OPINION JUL 19, 2023
Understanding WhatsApp supervision

What financial services firms need to know about the risks of scraping software versus the benefits of an API-based integration.

Your 401(k) likely includes military weapons holdings
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 19, 2023
Your 401(k) likely includes military weapons holdings

Many of the top US fund companies have exposure to companies that make controversial weapons, As You Sow found.

Capturing more wallet share with cash
OPINION JUL 19, 2023
Capturing more wallet share with cash

Yields on cash offerings are higher in current market conditions, a trend that has attracted investors' attention.

LPL furthers commitment to more inclusive financial services industry
BROKER DEALERS JUL 19, 2023
LPL furthers commitment to more inclusive financial services industry

The firm has given its support to the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce and the LGBTQ+ advisor business community.