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Love and Legislation Makes a Family: The Child Parent Act 1 Year In
Despite its reputation for legislative progressiveness, prior to the passage of the Child Parent Security Act (CPSA), New York had one of the nation’s most antiquated surrogacy laws featuring a ban on enforceable compensated surrogacy arrangements. That ban, which imposed harsh penalties on those participating in compensated surrogacy arrangements, resulted from the infamous Baby M case which involved a contest between the surrogate (who had supplied the egg used in conception) and the child... More Info
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Hot Topics in FinTech
Join FINRA staff and industry practitioners as they discuss the growing area of FinTech (Financial Technology). The session includes a discussion on new and innovative ways firms are integrating fintech into their business models and the importance of a strong compliance structure to address regulatory obligations. After attending this session, you will be able to: Gain a perspective on how “FinTech” is defined by various industry stakeholders Discuss the supervisory challenges of t... More Info
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Alternative Investments and Complex Products
This CLE program addresses developments related to alternative investments and complex products. The session emphasizes the importance of understanding product features, characteristics, and their supervisory challenges. After attending this session, you will be able to: Understand the latest regulatory developments related to alternative investments and complex products Discuss due diligence requirements and industry practices when recommending private placement and REIT securities... More Info
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Vendor Management: Due Diligence and Oversight
During this session FINRA staff and industry practitioners walk through various important considerations when choosing new vendors. Panelists discuss finding a technical solution that is a good fit for your firm, tips on performing an efficient due diligence review, contract issues, and advice on implementing the new software. After attending this session, you will be able to: Understand the limitations and risks of technology to find the right solution for your business needs Develop... More Info
$501General Credit -
Restricted Firm Obligations: What You Need to Know
Join FINRA staff as they discuss Rule 4111 (Restricted Firm Obligations). During the session, panelists review the new obligation and criteria for identification. After attending this session, you will be able to: Review new obligations Identify controls, procedures, and processes that member firms are incorporating to address these obligations Review identification metrics thresholds Discuss restricted deposit accounts More Info
$501General Credit -
Remote Supervision
Join FINRA staff and industry panelists as they discuss what they have learned from working remotely. During the session, panelists discuss effective controls, procedures, and processes that member firms are incorporating to address supervision in a remote work environment. After attending this session, you will be able to: Identify controls, procedures, and processes that member firms are incorporating to address supervision in a remote work environment Review lessons learned and... More Info
$501General Credit -
Options Markets: Recent Regulatory Issues
Join FINRA staff and industry panelists as they discuss regulatory issues impacting options markets. After attending this session, you will be able to: Discuss recent and ongoing regulatory initiatives Discuss supervision of options trading in customer accounts Identify effective controls, procedures, and technology processes More Info
$501General Credit -
Market Structure: What Factors Are Driving Changes
During this session, FINRA staff and industry practitioners discuss current developments and future trends in the industry, including best execution guidance and payment for order flow issues. After attending this session, you will be able to: Understand Best Execution guidance Discuss effective practices for reviewing and documenting best execution Discuss technology available to process trades More Info
$501General Credit -
Hot Topics in Municipal Securities and Other Fixed Income
FINRA and MSRB staff discuss recent enforcement actions related to municipal securities (e.g., 529 Plans, municipal short positions), examination priorities, fixed income-related rulemaking, and common problems uncovered during Member Supervision and Market Regulation reviews. After attending this session, you will be able to: Review recent enforcement actions on 529s and muni shorts Discuss topics related to municipal securities Discuss recent and ongoing regulatory initiatives More Info
$501General Credit -
Gamification, Mobile Apps and Digital Engagement
Panelists share insights into the developing world of digital engagement practices, including gamification, in broker dealers’ mobile apps, marketing, and online platforms. Attend this session to hear how compliance and regulatory experts are responding to the rapidly developing use of data analytics to drive digital communications. Panelists discuss risks and benefits of digital engagement features and how to supervise them effectively. After attending this session, you will be... More Info
$501General Credit