SEC Updates Cybersecurity Guidance in 2019 for SEC Registered AdvisorsFeb19

The Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations (OCIE) of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently reiterated its plans to evaluate the cybersecurity practices of Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) as part of its National Exam Program (NEP). Specifically, the OCIE will be reviewing the safeguards, policies, and procedures that advisors have in place to fend off cybersecurity attacks and respond appropriately if an incident occurs. To guard against attacks and avoid OCIE penalties, firms should take steps now to review and enhance their cybersecurity posture

... Read more »

Sustainable Finance Report: Cooling, Oceans, and Green GolfFeb11

This special IEA report aims to raise awareness globally about one of the most critical energy issues of our time, outlining a sustainable path to the future of cooling that will allow people to reap the benefits of cooling without straining the energy system or the environment. The growing use of air conditioners in homes and offices around the world will be one of the top drivers of global electricity demand over the next three decades

... Read more »

Jackie Robinson, Ginger Rogers And MeFeb11

I have to say, Facebook is getting disturbingly good at targeting ads. Lately my timeline has been populated by comfort items – cozy PJs, custom pillows that ‘guarantee’ a good night’s sleep, shoes without three-inch heels and even this random beanbag thing called a MoonPod. Evidently you buy one too many cards that reads “People, Amirite?” and the magic algorithms of Zuckerberg’s evil empire decide you need a little time out

... Read more »

White Paper: Decreasing Number of Public CompaniesFeb6

Recently, multiple research and press articles have discussed the apparent drastic decrease in the number of listed companies in the U.S. Some articles state decreases of 20% to over 50% to support claims that the U.S. stock market is getting concentrated or that private equity investing should be preferred over public equity investing

... Read more »