Investors and firms must be vigilant about compliance trends. Staying ahead is crucial for regulatory adherence and market stability. In 2025, compliance will be shaped by several key trends. This post discusses the top compliance trends to watch. Regulatory authorities are reinforcing due diligence requirements. Investment firms must adopt stricter procedures. Enhanced due diligence (EDD) …
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In my 22+ years working in investment compliance, a question I get frequently is whether investment compliance (or portfolio compliance) is considered front office or back office. My answer is always, “it depends.” While it’s tempting to say that compliance in general is a review of “after-the-fact” activities (think of other industries like Healthcare Compliance …
In the swiftly evolving investment landscape, the importance of specialized knowledge and continuous education for investment compliance personnel cannot be overstated. As Chief Compliance Officers (CCOs) face mounting complexities from factors such as crypto assets, share class structures, derivatives, ESG considerations, and AI innovations, their teams must be equipped to effectively monitor and manage these …
Rule names matter. They drive your rule clarity, accuracy, and reusability. The rule name not only needs to explain the rule, but it also needs to explain the coding so that the correct rule is applied for monitoring. Different stakeholders read the name of the rule from different perspectives (e.g., a portfolio manager can view …
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In the complex landscape of investment compliance, the role of the rule coder is both crucial and unique. These professionals require a deep understanding of investment guidelines and regulations, interpreting both explicit and implicit mandates to mitigate risk effectively. A rule coder’s expertise ensures that compliance rules are tailored to the specific needs and challenges …
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It’s every compliance department’s nightmare: the discovery of an inadvertent trade error or investment violation on an account. The potential loss from such errors is limitless and can be catastrophic. During a recent training session at a client’s site, we used one of their rules to illustrate improvement techniques. This session revealed a coding error …
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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently announced amendments to Rule 35d-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940, colloquially known as the “Name Rule.” The rule compels certain funds to align their investment portfolios with their names. As the regulatory landscape evolves, it’s incumbent on Chief Compliance Officers (CCOs), Chief Operating Officers (COOs), and …
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In the intricate world of investment management, compliance holds a paramount role. It ensures rigorous adherence to laws and regulatory standards, protecting firms and their clients from legal repercussions and financial losses. Traditionally, maintaining compliance has been labor-intensive, fraught with complexities, and susceptible to human error. However, the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping …
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In an era marked by sudden regulatory shifts and economic unpredictability, the asset management industry finds itself at a crossroads. Firms are navigating a labyrinth of new challenges that demand innovative compliance strategies capable of weathering any storm. At TillieStar, we’ve been at the forefront of aiding investment managers to evolve and adapt in this …
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In the ever-evolving landscape of asset management, compliance remains a cornerstone. Chief Compliance Officers, Chief Operating Officers, and Chief Technical Officers, are continually searching for innovative solutions to stay ahead of regulatory pressures. Within this context, TillieStar’s FundDesigner is revolutionizing compliance rule implementation with its advanced AI-powered platform. Streamlining Investment Guideline Management The demand for …
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