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SEC Moves to Modernize Small Entity Thresholds

SEC Releases Brief Introduction On January 7, 2026, the SEC announced a Proposed Rule to modernize and expand the definitions of small entities for Investment […]

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When Does Outsourcing Compliance Make Sense?

Vigilant Insights Introduction Compliance has become increasingly complex for Investment Advisers, Registered Funds, and Private Fund Managers. Regulatory expectations continue to expand, while examinations now […]

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The 2026 Compliance Outlook | Vigilant Insights

Vigilant Insights Brief Introduction While many Firms have spent recent years implementing significant new Rules, the focus has now shifted toward operational execution, testing, and […]

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Vigilant Compliance Newsletter | December 2025

Monthly Newsletter Printer Friendly Version In December, there were important releases including Vigilant Announcements, Vigilant Insights, and SEC Releases. Below is a brief overview of […]

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Retail Alts to Evolve in Measured Steps | Bernadette Murphy Insights

Vigilant Insights Introduction The SEC is signaling a more measured and flexible approach to regulating retail alternative investments, offering Asset Managers room to innovate while maintaining […]

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Vigilant Shortlisted for ETF & Mutual Fund Compliance Award

Vigilant Announcements Vigilant is thrilled to announce that we have been shortlisted for the following award below by With Intelligence for their 2026 Mutual Fund & ETF Awards. Best Risk Management Solution […]

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Marketing Rule Risk Alert | Laura Arnott Insights

Vigilant Insights Introduction On December 16, 2025, the SEC’s Division of Examinations issued a Risk Alert addressing on-going compliance weaknesses related to the Marketing Rule […]

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Reg S-P Sweep Exams in Effect | Vigilant Insights

Vigilant Insights Introduction On December 3rd, 2025, the Regulation S-P (“Reg S-P”) Rule Amendments went into effect for Large Advisers with over $1.5 Billion in […]

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SEC Commissioner Crenshaw Raises Concerns on Market Direction

SEC Releases Introduction On December 11th, 2025, SEC Commissioner, Caroline A. Crenshaw, delivered a candid assessment of the current direction of the regulatory environment. To […]

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SEC Outlook | Brian Daly’s (SEC Director of IM) Remarks

SEC Releases Introduction On December 2, 2025, the newly appointed Director of the SEC’s Division of Investment Management, Brian Daly, addressed members of the American […]

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Vigilant Wins Institutional Asset Manager Compliance Services Award

Vigilant Announcements Vigilant is thrilled to announce that for the third year in a row, we have been selected as the 2025 Best Regulatory & Compliance Adviser by Institutional Asset […]

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Alts & Retail Risks Lead SEC Agenda | Donna DiMaria Insights

Vigilant Insights Introduction The SEC’s newly released 2026 Examination Priorities place a renewed emphasis on the risks Alternative Investments pose to Retail Investors, marking a […]

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