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The UK consults on its draft Sustainability Reporting Standards

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What do businesses need to know, and how can they prepare? Introduction - On June 25, 2025, the UK government initiated a consultation (the Consultation) on the exposure draft of the UK Sustainability Reporting Standards...more

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Les ACVM proposent de moderniser et de simplifier les normes d’information dans le secteur minier canadien

Introduction Le 12 juin 2025, les Autorités canadiennes en valeurs mobilières (les « ACVM ») ont annoncé un projet de modification détaillé (le « projet de modification ») visant à moderniser et à simplifier le régime...more

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EDGAR Next: Transition to the SEC's New Filing System Before the September Deadline

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Earlier this year, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) introduced a new filing system, referred to as EDGAR Next, which establishes an authentication process for EDGAR filers seeking to make filings with the...more

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AIFMD Annual Report Deadline Approaching

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Both EU and non-EU fund managers marketing a fund in the EU or the UK (either under an EU marketing passport or the relevant national placement regimes) are required to prepare an AIFMD-compliant annual report within six...more

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‘Come In and Register’ – Now With Directions

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For years, the Securities and Exchange Commission’s invitation to crypto companies sounded simple: “Come in and register.” But there was no map, no guide and no obvious way forward – only uncertainty and risk. That changed on...more

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Transition to EDGAR Next—What You Need to Know

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As a result of amendments adopted by the SEC in 2024, the SEC’s EDGAR electronic filing system is being replaced with a new “EDGAR Next” dashboard. All existing SEC filers will need to transition to EDGAR Next before...more

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ESMA calls for clarity on the qualification of fractional shares

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The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published a letter to the European Commission on the inconsistent regulation of trading of fractional shares across the EU. There has been an increase in the...more

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ESMA consults on private templates for Securitisation Disclosure – more haste, less speed

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The ESMA Consultation comes at an interesting time when the possibility of streamlining template reporting is being considered as part of the wider review of the European Securitisation Regulation (EUSR) and as considered...more

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SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Raises Concerns Over Cyber Disclosure Rules

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As public companies work to align with the SEC’s new cybersecurity disclosure requirements, Commissioner Hester Peirce is urging a reassessment of how these rules are applied—particularly during active cyber incidents. In a...more

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Private Placements in South Carolina: A Primer on Federal and State Securities Registration

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With an estimated 34 people moving to the Charleston area each day and with South Carolina claiming one of the fastest-growing populations in the nation last year , the post-COVID increase in the number of private placement...more

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State Laws Target Healthcare Investments as Feds Deregulate

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Will the new administration’s federal deregulation be a boon for private equity investment in healthcare providers, or will the states be the “new sheriff in town”? In the short time he has been in office, President Trump...more

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Institutional Investor Newsletter: Q1 2025

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Former President Joe Biden issued Executive Order (EO) 14105, “Executive Order on Addressing United States Investments in Certain National Security Technologies and Products in Countries of Concern” on August 9, 2023. More...more

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OTC Markets Launches New Market Tier: OTC Pink Companies Must Act Now to Avoid Downgrade

Starting July 1, 2025, the OTC Markets Group will introduce OTCID Basic Market, replacing the current Pink Current tier. The OTC believes that this change will enhance transparency and provide investors with clearer insights...more

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“Under Pressure”: Walking the Fine Line of Section 13(d) Passive Investor Status

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On February 11, 2025, the staff of the Division of Corporation Finance ("Staff") of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC" or the "Commission") issued new and updated Compliance and Disclosure Interpretations on...more

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[Webinar] A Shift in ESG: Navigating Environmental and Social Issues Under the New Administration - A Three-Part Series - March...

Under the new administration, several shifts in E&S have impacted public companies across a number of different practice areas. In light of these developments, companies are taking a wide array of approaches to disclosure,...more

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EU Commission Omnibus Package - CSRD, Taxonomy & CSDDD Update

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The European Commission (“the Commission”) has adopted a new package of proposals to simplify European Union ("EU") rules, boost competitiveness, and unlock additional investment capacity. The aim of the first Omnibus package...more

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Hong Kong Stock Exchange expands paperless regime: What you need to know from an offshore perspective

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HKSE-listed companies must update constitutional documents to allow for hybrid meetings and e-voting under new rules - Companies must implement necessary changes by their first annual general meeting following July 1, 2025...more

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SEC Staff Issues New Guidance on Shareholder Proposals and Rescinds Staff Legal Bulletin No. 14L

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On February 12, 2025, the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance issued Staff Legal Bulletin No. 14M (SLB 14M), which rescinds prior Staff Legal Bulletin No. 14L (SLB 14L) and provides updated guidance on shareholder proposals...more

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Shareholder Engagement Practices Under New SEC Guidance on Schedule 13G Eligibility: FAQs

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The SEC Staff recently issued new guidance (C&DI 103.12) on how a shareholder’s engagement with a company’s management could disqualify the shareholder from using the SEC’s short-form Schedule 13G....more

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SEC Announces One Year Delay in Filing Obligations under Rule 13f-2 and Corresponding Form SHO

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On October 13, 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) adopted Rule 13f-2 and related Form SHO pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Rule 13f-2 requires that any party meeting the definition of...more

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UK Financial Conduct Authority consults on further proposals for firms operating public offer platforms

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The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published a consultation paper (CP25/3) on further proposals to support the implementation and operation of the new public offer platforms (POP) regime. This regime is designed to...more

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New Massachusetts Healthcare Law Targets Private Equity, REITs, and MSOs; Expands State False Claims Act

On January 8, 2025, Governor Maura Healey signed House Bill 5159 into law, toughening the rules and increasing the risks for private equity (PE) companies, real estate investment trusts (REITs), and management services...more

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The Mexican Banking and Securities Commission (“CNBV”) publishes the Regulations Applicable to Simplified Issuers and Securities...

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On Monday, January 21, 2025, the Regulations Applicable to Simplified Issuers and Securities Subject to Simplified Registration (the "Regulations") were published following the amendment to the Securities Market Law ("LMV")...more

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Massachusetts Enacts Largest Health Care Transactions and Financial Oversight Legislation In a Decade, Private Investors and...

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Health care sector stakeholders take notice: On January 8, 2025, Massachusetts Governor Healy signed sweeping new health care legislation with transactional, financial, and ongoing operational compliance ramifications for...more

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Massachusetts H.5159 Seeks to Reshape Private Equity in Healthcare

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On December 30, 2024, both the Massachusetts House of Representatives and the Massachusetts Senate enacted House Bill 5159 (H.5159), and Governor Maura Healey signed it on January 8, 2025. The bill seeks to strengthen...more

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