Finra clarifies guidelines around AI, chatbot communications
The self-regulator has updated its guidance around requirements for firms to oversee chatbot messaging for investors and AI-generated content.
Freestone signs industry veteran in war for RIA talent
The Seattle-based wealth firm’s latest hire comes with a professional history at big names like Goldman Sachs, UBS, and Wells Fargo.
Park Avenue Securities launches new high-net-worth group
The subsidiary broker-dealer and RIA to life insurance giant Guardian is enhancing its holistic wealth service for HNWIs.
SEC, FinCEN float new anti-money laundering requirements for RIAs
Proposed rule aims to tighten client information and verification processes in order to curb risks from money laundering and other illicit activities.
More advisors than ever considering crypto for clients
Polling by DACFP and Franklin Templeton reveals 70 percent surge in advisors planning to recommend digital asset allocations in client portfolios.
LPL nabs JPMorgan advisor in California
The former wirehouse advisor is tapping into LPL’s platform after managing $280M in retirement and other assets at his former firm.
Edelman snaps up $453M investment advisory firm
The Washington-based firm catering to medical and technology professionals gives the RIA giant an additional foothold in the Pacific Northwest.
Envestnet and Salesforce team up against financial planning data gap
The new integration aims to give advisors fuller visibility over clients’ wealth journeys with unified financial and behavioral data.
What’s pushing many Americans into a debt spiral?
Survey offers insights into consumers’ struggles to manage debt, pay off student loans, and deal with credit card payments.
How much of an income edge could retirees get from annuities?
With 'new North Star' metric, TIAA urges new retirees to rethink 4 percent rule and incorporate a lifetime income strategy.