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FINRA Sends 50 Potential COVID-19 Related Scams to SEC
FINRA’s National Fraud and Financial Crimes Detection Programs has sent 50 cases to the SEC involving potential fraud by public companies related to COVID-19. So reports Think Advisor. Read more...
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Regulator Calls for Bond Market Reform
Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Mary Jo White is proposing a host of reforms for… Read more...

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‘Free IRA’ Claims Misleading: FINRA
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Twin Brothers Misappropriated $5M From Clients, SEC Alleges

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Ex-FA Sentenced to 3.5 Years in Prison Over Scams

SEC Proposes Major Expansion of Advisor Custody Rule

Finra Suspends Two Brokers Over Reg BI

Wells Wins Almost $20M from RayJay for 'Coordinated Raid'

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Raging Bull Market Creates Quandary for Advisors
While market bulls are understandably cheering the ongoing equity rally off of 2009 lows, the… Read more...

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Are 'Smart Beta' Funds a Wise Choice?
Smart beta funds are one of the hottest trends on Wall Street and are generating… Read more...
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Morgan Stanley Calls Stock Prices 'Disconnected from Reality'

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'Big Short' Investor Michael Burry Predicts Recession, Inflation

JPMorgan’s Dimon Says Fed May Need to Hike to 6%

U.S. Profits Could Fall Like In 2008: Morgan Stanley’s Wilson

Goldman Eyes Crypto Buying Spree After FTX Collapse
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401(k) Providers Giving Misleading Advice
A recent Government Accountability Office report maintains that 401(k) providers… Read more...

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New Regs May Diminish Reverse Mortgage Appeal
The Department of Housing and Urban Development has changed principal… Read more...
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How Inflation is Hurting Retirees

Americans Optimistic About Retirement, But Inflation Harming Confidence

Gen Z Saving for Retirement Earlier Than Millennials: Report
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UBS CEO Gets 11% Raise While Cutting Bonus Pool by 10%
UBS Group has announced an 11% pay hike for CEO Ralph Hamers at the same… Read more...

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Merrill Promotes New Private Wealth Boss
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BNY Mellon Plans to Lay Off About 1,500 Employees

Merrill’s Sieg Rules Out Independent Model for Advisors

JPMorgan's Dimon on Deal for Firm in Fraud Suit: 'Huge Mistake'
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UBS Buying Robo-advisor Wealthfront for $1.4B

Tuesday, 01 February 2022

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UBS is acquiring robo-advisor Wealthfront for $1.4 billion. The all-cash deal is being made to help UBS accelerate growth in the U.S. and make inroads with the next generation of affluent investors. So reports Bankrate.

Ellevest, a Robo-advisor Just for Women Investors

Friday, 03 December 2021

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Investing for retirement and other financial goals is different for women. That’s due to a variety of reasons, including a longer life expectance and potentially reduced earnings. So reports CNBC.

Top 10 Robo-Advisors Based on Assets Under Management

Friday, 15 October 2021

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Forbes Advisor recently compiled a list of the 10 Robo-Advisors with the most assets under management. The data comes from each firm’s form ADV filed with the SEC.

TD Bank Launches Robo-Advisor and Hybrid

Friday, 15 October 2021

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TD Bank has launched its first robo-advisor, TD Automated Investing, and hybrid advisor, TD Automated Investing Plus, the company announced.

CogniCor Launches Trio of AI-Powered Digital Assistants for FAs

Saturday, 01 May 2021

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CogniCor, a fintech firm, has launched three digital assistant tools to help financial advisors become more efficient. So reports Think Advisor.

Robo-advisors Moving to Hybrid Approach

Saturday, 17 April 2021

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As the robo-advisor industry continues to grow, some are turning to a hybrid model that combines human and digital advice. So reports CNBC.

Kake.com’s Top 7 Roboadvisors for 2021

Saturday, 02 January 2021

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Kake.com released its list of the top seven roboadvisors of 2021. It evaluated 19, taking into account management fees, account minimums, customer support and ease of use.

Tips for FAs on How to Tighten Cybersecurity Practices

Saturday, 02 January 2021

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In 2019, there were 3,800 publicly disclosed data breaches, resulting in the exposure of 4.1 billion personal records. And, while breaches happen in every industry, the financial sector is a prime target of hackers. So reports Advisor Hub.