Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Paul S. Atkins and Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chairman Michael S. Selig will hold a joint event on Tuesday, Jan. 27, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at CFTC headquarters to discuss harmonization between the… SEC Press Release For more information, contact the securities lawyers […]
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SEC Small Business Advisory Committee to Continue Discussion on Regulatory Framework for Finders and Begin Exploring the Private Secondary Market
The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee announced that it will hold a public meeting at the SEC Headquarters in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, at 10 a.m. ET. The meeting will also be… SEC Press Release For more information, contact the securities lawyers […]
Keith E. Cassidy Named Director of the Division of Examinations
The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Keith E. Cassidy has been appointed Director of the Division of Examinations. Mr. Cassidy has served as Acting Director since May 2024 and previously was the division’s Deputy Director, Acting… SEC Press Release For more information, contact the securities lawyers at Sallah […]
SEC Seeks Candidates for Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee
The Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking candidates to fill a limited number of vacancies on the agency’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee, which provides advice and recommendations to the Commission on rules, regulations, and… SEC Press Release For more information, contact the securities lawyers at Sallah Astarita & […]
Christina M. Thomas to Rejoin the Division of Corporation Finance as Deputy Director
The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Christina M. Thomas will rejoin the Division of Corporation Finance in February as deputy director and chief advisor on disclosure, policy, and rulemaking.“Christina brings her deep technical… SEC Press Release For more information, contact the securities lawyers at Sallah Astarita & Cox, […]
Division of Corporation Finance Names Senior Staff
The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced the senior team from the Division of Corporation Finance responsible for advising division Director James Moloney on all matters the division has before the Commission. These include rulemaking… SEC Press Release For more information, contact the securities lawyers at Sallah Astarita & Cox, […]
J. Russell McGranahan Named SEC General Counsel
The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that J. Russell “Rusty” McGranahan has been named SEC General Counsel. As the SEC’s chief legal officer, Mr. McGranahan will oversee the provision of legal expertise and advice to the Office of the… SEC Press Release For more information, contact the securities lawyers […]
FINRA Proposes Increase to Gift Rule
FINRA has filed a proposed rule change to amend FINRA Rule 3220 (Influencing or Rewarding Employees of Others). The change will increase the gift limit from $100 to $300 per person per year. It will also provide for exemptive relief and incorporate existing guidance and interpretive letters. The proposed rule […]
Paul Tzur and David Morrell Named Deputy Directors of the Division of Enforcement
The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Paul H. Tzur and David M. Morrell have been named as Deputy Directors of the Division of Enforcement. Mr. Tzur joined the Commission on January 6, 2026, as the Deputy Director overseeing the… SEC Press Release For more information, contact the securities […]
SEC to Host Hybrid Event on Regulation S-P for Small Firms
The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced it will hold its third and final outreach event to help firms comply with amendments to Regulation S-P. The event, which is focused on small firms, is open to in-person or virtual attendance, and is… SEC Press Release For more information, contact the […]
