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What’s Going On With Trump’s Lockup?

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The impending expiration of the lockup agreement in the context of Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. (Nasdaq: DJT) raises some fascinating legal issues, as well as a once-in-a-lifetime case study on the market implications...more

Carlton Fields

A Sea Change in RILA Regulation: Navigating the New Waters

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On July 1, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission adopted a new registration framework for registered index-linked annuity (RILA) contracts. RILA contracts allow investors to allocate purchase payments to one or more...more

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FINRA In-House Disciplinary Proceedings Survive Post-Jarkesy Challenge … For Now

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On September 4, 2024, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania denied D. Allen Blankenship’s challenge to enjoin the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority’s (FINRA) disciplinary action...more

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Daily Financial Regulation Update -- Friday September 20

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September 19, 2024- The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s Open Market Trading Desk issued a statement announcing it intends to conduct a small value term repo operation with Primary Dealers....more

The Volkov Law Group

The Deere SEC FCPA Settlement: A Textbook Case of Expense Abuse (Part I of II)

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The SEC’s recent settlement with Deere & Company for $9.9 million for FCPA violations is another textbook example of bribery schemes, which revealed the absence of a culture of compliance, and the circumvention of basic...more

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Securities Law Update - September 2024

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Welcome to the latest edition of Fenwick’s Securities Law Update. This issue contains updates and important reminders on...more

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SEC’s Focus on Whistleblower Protection Practices Continues

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On September 9, 2024, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that it settled charges against seven public companies for alleged violations of Securities Exchange Act Rule 21F-17. According to the SEC,...more

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California's Climate Disclosure Laws Move Forward After Governor Newsom's Proposal to Delay Implementation Fails

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The California legislature continues to press forward with the implementation of two of the state's sweeping climate disclosure laws after a proposal to delay the implementation dates by the governor failed to be considered...more

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Update on Australia's New Climate-Related Financial Disclosure Regime

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Australia's mandatory climate-related financial disclosure regime is inching closer to implementation after the proposed legislative reforms were passed by both Houses of Parliament in September 2024. As discussed in our...more

BakerHostetler

District Court Charts Pathway for Election Gambling

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Kalshi is a CFTC registered exchange that allows for the placing of cash bets on a variety of real-world events. Specifically, through what it calls “event contracts,” Kalshi allows users to buy positions on whether an event...more

Goodwin

Liquidity Management Under AIFMD2: RTS for Open-Ended Funds

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In our recent alert Loan Origination Under AIFMD2: A Guide, on loan origination under the revised Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD2), we noted that the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA)...more

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U.S. SEC Climate Disclosure Rules Spark Flurry of Litigation (UPDATE)

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Following the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC")'s adoption of the climate-related disclosure rules on March 6, 2024, dozens of parties filed petitions for review across different appellate courts. The Judicial...more

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

UK Financial Insights from Katten | Issue 14

UK Financial Insights from Katten is a monthly newsletter highlighting key noteworthy developments potentially affecting financial markets and funds in the UK and Europe....more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Creativity and Compliance: Transforming Toxic Cultures

Where does creativity fit into compliance? In more places than you think. Problem-solving, accountability, communication, and connection—all require creativity. Join Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman on Creativity and Compliance,...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Compliance Tip of the Day: How A CEO Can Set The Tone at The Top with Town Halls

Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast where we bring you daily insights and practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Compliance Tip of the Day: How A CEO Can Set The Tone at The Top with Town Halls

Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast where we bring you daily insights and practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Fox on Podcasting: Enhancing Your Podcast with Megatrax: Ileana Landon’s Expert Insights

Join Tom Fox as he explores the world of podcasting, and get ready to be inspired to start your own podcast. In this episode, Tom sits down with Ileana Landon from Megatrax to discuss the transformative power of licensed...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

2 Gurus Talk Compliance: Episode 37 – The Florida Couple Edition

What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance, of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Daily Compliance News: September 20, 2024 – The 2nd Trial Edition

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, brings you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen to the Daily Compliance News. All...more

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Land of the rising dissension: Japanese shareholder activism in focus

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A perfect storm of volatile market conditions and investor demands is brewing in Japan, fostering an environment ripe for increased shareholder activism in 2025 - Global shareholder activism surged in the first half of...more

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FINRA Beats First Post-Jarkesy Challenge

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On September 4, 2024, Judge John Murphy of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania dismissed on jurisdictional grounds the first post-Jarkesy constitutional challenge to FINRA’s disciplinary...more

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Revisions to Chapter 517, F.S., the Florida Securities and Investor Protection Act

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Overview On May 10, 2024, the Florida Governor approved Senate Bill 532 (“SB 532”), which passed the Florida House and Senate by nearly unanimous vote (1 vote against in the Senate). SB 532 substantially revises Chapter 517,...more

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Northern District Of Texas Allows Claims Alleging “Scheme” Liability Securities Fraud To Proceed Against Oil Company

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On August 12, 2024, Judge David C. Godbey of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas denied a motion for judgment on the pleadings in an action alleging that an oil company (the “Company”) and a...more

Latham & Watkins LLP

Key Regulatory Updates for Hong Kong Listed Companies - July/August 2024

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The updates include a consultation paper on a new phase of paper listing and a joint announcement on temporary modifications to requirements for specialist technology companies and de-SPAC transactions....more

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Political Event Contract Update: Previewing Tomorrow’s Kalshi v. CFTC Appellate Court Hearing

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As we have previously noted, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) continues to face legal challenges to its regulatory approach to political event contracts. The past two weeks have seen a flurry of activity in the...more

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