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Prudential regulators propose changes to community bank leverage ratio framework
On November 25, the Fed, OCC and FDIC issued a joint NPRM in the Federal Register to revise the community bank leverage ratio (CBLR) framework. The proposal would lower the CBLR requirement from 9 percent to 8 percent and extend the grace period for banks that fall out of compliance from two quarters to four quarters....By: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
The UK New Regime for Carried Interest Taxation Key Updates in the Finance Bill
On 4 December 2025, the UK government published revised draft legislation for the new carried interest regime. While the core design of the legislation has not changed from the initial draft, the revised legislation includes helpful clarifications and amendments....By: Latham & Watkins LLP
CFPB submits proposed settlement to resolve military lending and UDAAP enforcement action
On November 21, the CFPB and defendants jointly submitted a proposed stipulated final judgment and order to resolve litigation in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York alleging violations of the Military Lending Act (MLA) and the CFPA’s UDAAP provisions by an online lender....By: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Managing Complaints and Inquiries: Navigating the Investigations Process
Picture this: You are meeting with a junior employee who tells you that she is concerned that a group within the organization is failing to comply with certain banking regulations....By: Royer Cooper Cohen Braunfeld LLC
2026 SEC Exam Priorities for Registered Investment Advisers and Registered Investment Companies
On November 17, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Division of Examinations (the Division) released its Fiscal Year 2026 Examination Priorities (the 2026 Priorities), outlining the key topics that the Division plans to focus on during the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026....By: Goodwin
House Financial Services Committee Republicans release report on digital asset debanking
On December 1, House Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill (R-AR) and Oversight Subcommittee Chairman Dan Meuser (R-PA) released a final staff report detailing findings from a Republican-led investigation into federal regulatory actions affecting digital asset businesses....By: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
FinCEN issues alert on cross-border fund transfers for suspicious activity reports
On November 28, FinCEN issued an alert as part of Treasury’s efforts to combat exploitation of the U.S. financial system by individuals without legal status seeking to remit potentially illicit funds....By: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
WindRose Closes New Fund With $2.6 Billion
WindRose Health Investors has announced the closing of its seventh fund. The fund, WindRose Health Investors VII, closed with $2.6 billion in commitments. Fund VII, which closed at its hard cap, is targeting 11–13 investments....By: McGuireWoods LLP
SEC announces examination priorities for fiscal year 2026
On November 17, the SEC’s Division of Examinations published its 2026 examination priorities, outlining key areas of regulatory focus for the upcoming year....By: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Evaluating the SEC’s Rising Whistleblower Denial Rate
This year has seen a record percentage of whistleblower claim denials by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This rising trend of award denials is a departure from the SEC’s previous track record and may reflect a more conservative approach to whistleblower award determinations under the current administration. Originally published in Law360 - September 5, 2025....By: Troutman Pepper Locke
UK FCA Findings From Data Quality Review Of Prudential Regulatory Reporting by MIFIDPRU Investment Firms
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published findings from its data quality review of prudential regulatory reporting by MIFIDPRU investment firms, covering submissions from January 2024 to March 2025. The FCA found that 60% of firms passed all data quality tests and saw good practice in reporting across time periods and accurate cross-validation returns. However, the FCA identified significant areas for improvement firms, including: (i) inconsistent reporting across multiple data...By: A&O Shearman
Food Venture Financing News – Weekly Issue No. 263
Food Venture Financing Trends - Ripple Foods, a maker of high-protein, allergen-free plant-based milk products, announced that it raised $17 million in a strategic financing round....By: Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Just When You Thought It Could Not Get More Unanimous, The Court of Appeals Determines that FAPA’s Retroactive Application Does Not Violate the Due Process or Contract Clauses of the United States Constitution or the Right to Substantive and Procedural Due Process Under the New York Constitution – Part 1.
Last Week in our BLOG article: “It’s Unanimous – The Fourth Department Joins the Other Departments and Confirms the Retroactive Application of FAPA,” we again discussed FAPA and noted that on November 25, 2025, the New York Court of Appeals decided two cases: Article 13 LLC v. Ponce De Leon Fed. Bank, and Van Dyke v. U.S. Bank, N. A., in which the Court determined that retroactive application of FAPA’s provisions passes constitutional muster under the United States and New York Constitutions.[1]...By: Freiberger Haber LLP
EBA Peer Review Report On Gender Diversity Under CRD IV And CRR
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has published a peer review report assessing how competent authorities have implemented and supervised gender diversity requirements. EU legislation requires that credit institutions have robust governance arrangements, including gender-neutral remuneration policies and diversity policies. The review examined six competent authorities, including the European Central Bank, on the application of the respective requirements under the fourth Capital Requirements...By: A&O Shearman
Valuation of Contingent Liabilities for M&A Transactions and Bank Borrowing
Contingent liabilities – particularly those tied to litigation, regulatory exposure, or environmental matters – are among the most consistently underestimated threats in corporate finance. When misjudged or ignored, these risks can materially distort a company’s financial reality and compromise long-term strategy. Consequences include heightened insolvency risk, failed M&A transactions, distorted financial projections, reputational harm, and even malpractice exposure for advisors who overlook...By: IR Global
[Video] Compliance Tip of the Day - What Can Lead to an Internal Control Over-ride
Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast that brings you daily insights and practical advice for navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned compliance professional or just starting your journey, we aim to provide you with bite-sized, actionable tips to help you stay on top of your compliance game. Join us as we explore the latest industry trends, share best practices, and demystify complex compliance issues to keep your...By: Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist
UK FCA Launches Stablecoins Cohort of Regulatory Sandbox
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published a new webpage announcing the launch of a special stablecoins cohort within its Regulatory Sandbox for firms issuing stablecoins. This will enable UK firms planning to issue stablecoins to test products under the UK's evolving regulatory regime. The cohort supports innovation in financial services and complements projects such as the Digital Securities Sandbox....By: A&O Shearman
[Video] AI Today in 5: December 8, 2025, The AI in Battling Edition
Welcome to AI Today in 5, the newest edition to the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, Tom Fox will bring you 5 stories about AI to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to the AI Today In 5. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest related to AI. Top AI stories include: • Banks are battling fraud with AI. (FinTech Magazine):...By: Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist
[Video] FCPA Compliance Report - Nicole Di Schino on Harnessing AI for Compliance: Governance, Risks, and Best Practices
Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest-running podcast in compliance. In this episode, Tom welcomes Nicole Di Schino, Principal Compliance Services Consultant at Diligent’s Spark Compliance Group, to consider how to best harness AI for your compliance regime into 2026 and beyond. Nicole and Tom discuss the critical importance of AI governance, compliance, and modern GRC. They cover practical steps for developing comprehensive compliance programs, emphasizing the...By: Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist
[Video] 10 For 10: Top Compliance Stories For the Week Ending December 6, 2025
Welcome to 10 For 10, the podcast that brings you the week’s Top 10 compliance stories in one podcast each week. Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, brings you the compliance stories you need to know to end your busy week. Sit back, and in 10 minutes, hear about the stories every compliance professional should be aware of from the prior week. Every Saturday, 10 For 10 highlights the most important news, insights, and analysis for the compliance professional, all curated by the Voice of Compliance,...By: Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist
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