The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is considering a significant potential change in how it governs certain areas of conflicts of interest by consolidating its rules on Outside Business Activities (OBA) and Private Securities Transactions (PST). This proposal could bring much-needed clarity and efficiency to compliance processes for member firms. Current Landscape: OBA and PST Rules At present, OBAs and PSTs are governed separately under FINRA Rules 3270 and 3280. These rules outline how registered representatives must disclose and seek approval for activities and private securities transactions outside their primary roles with their member firms. While these rules aim to […]
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RegEd’s Xchange Alerts Solution Surpasses 300 Million Data Updates, Reinforcing Industry Leadership in Automated Producer Data Reconciliation
The industry’s most trusted solution for rules-based producer data reconciliation continues to scale, helping insurers and distributors reduce NIGOs and maintain accurate, real-time producer data through sustained innovation and adoption. RegEd, the leading provider of producer management solutions for the financial services industry, today announced a new milestone for its market-leading Xchange Alerts solution, which has now processed more than 300 million data updates. This achievement reflects continued growth in adoption and usage of the solution and underscores RegEd’s long-standing leadership in delivering automated, rules-based producer data reconciliation at enterprise scale. Xchange Alerts leverages deep integration with the NIPR Producer Database (“PDB”) to deliver automated […]
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For financial services firms, annual broker-dealer and investment adviser registration renewals are more than a regulatory requirement; they’re a critical operational moment that directly affects business continuity, revenue protection, and client trust. As firms prepare for the 2026 renewal cycle, the stakes remain high. A single missed deadline or filing error can trigger avoidable fees, licensing interruptions, regulatory scrutiny, and unnecessary strain on already stretched compliance teams. FINRA’s latest BD and IA Renewal Programs highlight a reality the industry knows well: even minor oversights can create outsized consequences. Yet many organizations still rely on manual, fragmented processes like spreadsheets, email threads, and adhoc follow-ups. These manual processes introduce risk, reduce visibility, and consume valuable […]
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RegEd to Join Industry Leaders in San Diego for Thought-Provoking Discussions on the Future of Independent Financial Services Firms RegEd, the leading provider of compliance technology solutions for broker-dealers and other financial services firms, is proud to serve as an Associate Sponsor of the Financial Services Institute (FSI) OneVoice 2026 Conference, taking place February 2–4, 2026, at the Sheraton San Diego Resort in San Diego, California. OneVoice is the annual in-person gathering for independent financial services firm executives, designed to help industry leaders stay ahead of change, gain strategic insights, and collaborate in shaping the future of the profession. This year’s conference theme centers on finding clarity […]
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