Court Rejects Legal Challenge to Illinois Pension Consolidation
Judge rules that voting for pension board members is not considered a 'benefit' under the state’s constitution.
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UK Regulator Launches Pension Spot Check Inspections
The Pensions Regulator has also published for consultation a new enforcement and prosecution policy.
Legislators and Council of Institutional Investors Voice Support for SEC Cybersecurity Proposal
One commenter cautions that public reporting could unintentionally give criminals access to sensitive information.
Bill Would Silence Labor Department on 401(k) Investment Guidance
The Financial Freedom Act’s sponsor says the federal government should not involve itself in investment choices for retirement plans.
Regulators Unhappy With Bitcoin in Retirement Plans
This comes after Fidelity Retirement announced it would offer bitcoin as an investment for its 401(k) plans.
Private Funds, ESG, Crypto Among SEC’s Priorities in 2022
The regulator released its annual report identifying the greatest risks facing investors and the markets.
Private Funds, ESG, Crypto Among SEC’s Priorities in 2022
The regulator released its annual report identifying the greatest risks facing investors and the markets.
European Pension Regulator Launches Climate Risk Stress Test for 2022
The regulator imagines what will be the effects of a climate shock to pension funds’ balance sheets.
Proposed SEC Rules Look to Shed Light on Opaque SPAC Deals
Regulator aims to protect vulnerable investors from being left holding the bag after insiders have ‘cashed out.’
Proposed SEC Rules Aim to Rein in High-Frequency Traders
Regulator says algorithmic trading requires expanding the definition of a dealer to level the playing field.
Labor Dept. Warns Fiduciaries About Offering Crypto in DC Plans
The Employee Benefits Security Administration said 401(k) fiduciaries should use ‘extreme care’ before adding crypto options to a plan.
Biden Digital Asset Executive Order Aims to Tame Crypto
White House provides guidelines that seek to harness the positive aspects of crypto while mitigating its abuse.
Crypto Companies Charged in $44 Million Ponzi Scheme
The owners of EmpowerCoin, ECoinPlus and Jet-Coin face charges of wire fraud, money laundering and obstruction of justice, among others.
Idaho Bills Aim to Curb Public ESG Investing
Legislation identifies sustainable investing as being among ‘disfavored state investments.’
SEC Proposes Cybersecurity Rule Changes for Public Firms
The regulator wants companies to better inform investors about their risks from hackers.