SEC Proposes New Requirements to Mitigate Conflicts of Interest Associated With the Use of Predictive Data Analytics by Broker-Dealers and Investment Advisers

The SEC states a “covered technology” includes a broker-dealer or investment advisers’ “use of analytical, technological, or computational functions algorithms, models, correlation matrices, or similar methods or processes that optimize for, predict, guide, forecast, or direct investment-related behaviors or outcomes of an investor”.

SEC Adopts Cyber Risk Management Rule for Public Companies

On July 26th, 2023, the SEC adopted rules requiring public companies “to disclose material cybersecurity incidents they experience and to disclose on an annual basis material information regarding their cybersecurity risk management, strategy, and governance”.

NSCP Currents: Home Wi-Fi Security Best Practices

In today’s hybrid work environment, firms are increasingly reliant on home networks that employees use to work remotely. Securing home Wi-Fi networks has become critical to safeguarding firm and client information.

Fairview Cyber Comment Letter

SEC Fall Agenda and the Cyber Risk Management Rule

In October 2023, the SEC will finalize its Cyber Risk Management rule according to its fall agenda. The final regulation was initially expected to be released in April 2023, but that date was delayed due to the comment period reopening.

Cybersecurity Requests in SEC Exams

A current cyber sweep exam is underway by the Division of Examinations. The request list includes multiple items that align with proponents of the proposed cybersecurity rule

RIA Glossary of Cyber Terms

Use this term to brush up on key terms that may appear in your next SEC cybersecurity exam.

Data Breach Hits BNY Mellon Wealth Business

This month, BNY Mellon’s N.A. division notified clients that one of its vendors’ systems was infiltrated, resulting in exposure of client data, including Social Security numbers, Ignites reported.

SEC Reopens Public Comment on The Cybersecurity and Risk Management Rule and Proposes Changes to Reg S-P to Enhance Protection of Customer Information

On Wednesday, March 15, the SEC held an opening meeting and announced three proposed rules touching on cybersecurity and also reopened its proposed Cybersecurity Risk Management Rule for more public commentary

Fairview Webinar: The SEC’s Proposed Cybersecurity Risk Management Rule and The Proposed Outsourcing Rule Presentation

Fairview’s team of regulatory experts discuss details of the proposed rule, associated changes, and what RIAs can do to begin to prepare for compliance.