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Sen. Warren Presses SEC's Gensler on Crypto Exchange Regulation
By Melanie WaddellWarren signaled that legislation may be needed to give the SEC the authority it needs.
July 02, 2021
Schwab Taking $200 Million Charge for SEC Robo-Advisor ProbeThe compliance inquiry relates to past disclosures around the firm's Schwab Intelligent Portfolios product.
July 01, 2021
With a Record Fine Behind It and an IPO Ahead, Will Robinhood Change Its Ways?The brokerage prepares to go public amid discussion of whether the $70 million penalty is "an absolute joke" or "a start" on holding it responsible.
July 01, 2021
Betterment Wants to Add Crypto With 'Guided Wrapper'The firm is mulling how to let investors access cryptocurrencies while maintaining its focus on long-term investing and education, CEO Sarah Levy says.
July 01, 2021
LPL Rolls Out New Model Wealth Portfolio Platform Feature: Tech RoundupAlso, UBS launches its fourth Future of Finance Challenge, an open competition for fintech startups and tech entrepreneurs.
June 30, 2021
How APIs Can Strengthen the Financial Planning ExperienceBy integrating APIs, advisors can incorporate data from clients' other accounts into financial planning portals,
June 30, 2021
Tech Giants Are Creeping Into Finance. What's an Advisor to Do?Consultant Craig Iskowitz talks to ThinkAdvisor about adding value and why millennials aren't so special.
June 30, 2021
Robinhood Hit With FINRA's Biggest-Ever PenaltyThe record fine and restitution, totaling about $70 million, reflect "the scope and seriousness of the violations," FINRA says.