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  • SEC Charges Private Fund Executives Over Alleged $80m Ponzi-Like Fraud

    SEC Charges Private Fund Executives Over Alleged $80m Ponzi-Like Fraud

    The US Securities and Exchange Commission has charged two former executives of California-based Pacific Private Money Group LLC over an alleged offering fraud that raised more than $80 million from approximately 190 investors, many of whom were retired senior citizens. Details of the Alleged Fraud According to the SEC complaint,…

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  • ASIC Sets September Deadline for Digital Asset Licensing Compliance

    ASIC Sets September Deadline for Digital Asset Licensing Compliance

    Digital asset businesses operating in Australia have until 30 September 2026 to submit or vary their Australian Financial Services licence applications. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has warned that failure to comply before the transitional relief expires could result in substantial civil or criminal penalties from 1 October 2026.…

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  • SEC Proposes Modernised Regulatory Framework for Registered Transfer Agents

    SEC Proposes Modernised Regulatory Framework for Registered Transfer Agents

    The US Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed updating the rules and forms governing registered transfer agents to reflect advancements in technology and operational processes. Updating Legacy Rules for U.S. Securities Infrastructure Transfer agents perform key functions within the U.S. national clearance and settlement system. The regulatory framework governing these…

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  • SEC Announces Agenda for Roundtable on 24-Hour Trading Preparations

    SEC Announces Agenda for Roundtable on 24-Hour Trading Preparations

    The US Securities and Exchange Commission has published the agenda and speaker list for its roundtable on preparations for 24-hour trading, scheduled for 17 September 2026. The event brings together regulators, exchanges, broker-dealers, and market infrastructure providers to evaluate operational readiness and systemic risks. Event Structure and Public Access The…

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  • EIOPA Issues Technical Advice on Minimum Standards for Insurance Guarantee Schemes Across the EU

    EIOPA Issues Technical Advice on Minimum Standards for Insurance Guarantee Schemes Across the EU

    The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority has submitted technical advice to the European Commission regarding minimum common standards for insurance guarantee schemes across the European Union. The submission outlines targeted harmonisation rules to enhance consumer protection while maintaining necessary national flexibility. Addressing Fragmentation in Policyholder Protection The existing environment…

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  • EFRAG Schedules September Outreach Events on ESRS Draft for Non-EU Companies

    EFRAG Schedules September Outreach Events on ESRS Draft for Non-EU Companies

    EFRAG is holding a series of outreach events throughout September 2026 to gather stakeholder feedback on the Exposure Draft of the European Sustainability Reporting Standards for Certain Non-EU Undertakings. These online and regional sessions complement an ongoing public consultation survey open until 31 October 2026. Purpose of the ESRS Non-EU…

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  • SEC Proposes Exchange Act Rule Amendments for European Union Debt Obligations

    SEC Proposes Exchange Act Rule Amendments for European Union Debt Obligations

    The US Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed amendments to Rule 3a12-8 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to designate European Union debt obligations as exempted securities solely for futures marketing and trading. Aligning Futures Oversight Across European Sovereign Debt The proposed amendments would bring futures contracts on European…

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  • SEC and FDA Establish Agreement to Enhance Regulatory Cooperation and Market Oversight

    SEC and FDA Establish Agreement to Enhance Regulatory Cooperation and Market Oversight

    The US Securities and Exchange Commission and the Food and Drug Administration have signed a Memorandum of Understanding designed to strengthen inter-agency cooperation, regulatory oversight, and information exchange. Framework for Information Sharing and Compliance The agreement establishes a structured arrangement between the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Food and…

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  • AASB Outlines Key Focus Areas in August Reporting Roundup

    AASB Outlines Key Focus Areas in August Reporting Roundup

    The Australian Accounting Standards Board has published its August Reporting Roundup, covering research initiatives, accounting standard amendments, and educational webcasts for financial reporting professionals. Key Focus Areas and Updates The Australian Accounting Standards Board issued its August Reporting Roundup on 28 August 2026, highlighting key developments across its reporting work…

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  • Australian Accounting Standards Board Issues Action Alert 249 Following 222nd Meeting

    Australian Accounting Standards Board Issues Action Alert 249 Following 222nd Meeting

    The Australian Accounting Standards Board has published Action Alert 249 following its 222nd Board meeting, providing details on decisions regarding superannuation, not-for-profit entities, and concessionary leases. AASB 222nd Board Meeting Overview The Australian Accounting Standards Board met in public and private sessions on 27 August 2026 for its 222nd Board…

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