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Fintech bytes: iCapital teams up with BlackRock's Aladdin Wealth to expand alts reach
TECHNOLOGY MAR 27, 2026
Fintech bytes: iCapital teams up with BlackRock's Aladdin Wealth to expand alts reach

Also, Jump unveils a new AI workflow assistant for advisors, while WealthReach touts an industry-leading AI search and SEO engine for wealth firm websites.

By Leo Almazora
The case for outsourcing in building a scalable, growth-ready business
OPINION MAR 27, 2026
The case for outsourcing in building a scalable, growth-ready business

From hitting the sweet spot of human resource capacity to focusing on their core businesses, growth-minded firm owners can realize several benefits from leveraging outside expertise.

By Dina Sonenshein
ICI: US retirement assets hit $49.1T record in 2025
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 27, 2026
ICI: US retirement assets hit $49.1T record in 2025

IRAs maintained their dominance, while DC plans rose modestly in the fourth quarter and mutual funds continued to anchor account-based savings.

By Leo Almazora
Elizabeth Warren revives wealth tax push targeting fortunes above $50 million
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 27, 2026
Elizabeth Warren revives wealth tax push targeting fortunes above $50 million

The proposal by Warren and dozens of other lawmakers would add a 2% annual levy on net worth above the threshold, plus an extra surtax for billionaires.

By Leo Almazora
Tax Day is coming! Advisors offer last minute tips ahead of April 15th
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 27, 2026
Tax Day is coming! Advisors offer last minute tips ahead of April 15th

April 15th is only a calendar page away. Advisors offer their top last-minute tax tips to save clients money before it's too late.

By Gregg Greenberg
Wall Street bonuses climb to $246,900 in 2025 as profit surge fuels payouts
WIREHOUSES MAR 27, 2026
Wall Street bonuses climb to $246,900 in 2025 as profit surge fuels payouts

Strong trading, underwriting drive higher payouts, though risks and hiring slowdown loom ahead.

By Steve Randall
Cambridge deepens succession strategy with WealthPlanners acquisition
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAR 26, 2026
Cambridge deepens succession strategy with WealthPlanners acquisition

Deal adds nearly $800M in assets, reinforcing long-term advisor continuity strategy.

By Steve Randall
Creative Planning acquires another international firm adding $5B in assets and 123 staff
RIA NEWS MAR 26, 2026
Creative Planning acquires another international firm adding $5B in assets and 123 staff

Mega-RIA pushes deeper into cross-border advice with deal to acquire UK’s Maseco.

By Steve Randall
Corebridge, Equitable strike $22B all-stock merger to create retirement and wealth giant
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 26, 2026
Corebridge, Equitable strike $22B all-stock merger to create retirement and wealth giant

Deal unites firms with 12M customers and $1.5T AUM/AUA, targeting growth, scale and $500M synergies.

By Steve Randall
15 lawsuits hit Norada Capital over alleged $60M Ponzi scheme
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAR 26, 2026
15 lawsuits hit Norada Capital over alleged $60M Ponzi scheme

A barred broker ran the books. The SEC filing said no disqualifications applied.

By Tez Romero
Lottery.com SPAC fraud unravels as three former executives plead guilty
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAR 26, 2026
Lottery.com SPAC fraud unravels as three former executives plead guilty

Revenue was manufactured. The stock collapsed 97%. Now the guilty pleas are in.

By Tez Romero
Defusing the industry's ticking time bomb
OPINION MAR 26, 2026
Defusing the industry's ticking time bomb

In the advisor industry, succession is a ticking time bomb, a looming crisis born out of aging leadership and economics that no longer make sense.

By James Rogers
JPMorgan sues ex-advisor for harvesting client data before defecting to rival
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAR 26, 2026
JPMorgan sues ex-advisor for harvesting client data before defecting to rival

The firm says he accessed hundreds of profiles after hours — then started calling

By Tez Romero
Second Circuit shields Barclays from investor lawsuit over VXX reverse split
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAR 26, 2026
Second Circuit shields Barclays from investor lawsuit over VXX reverse split

Barclays issued unregistered notes for two years. Investors still lost in court

By Carleen Bongat
Smart money moves: Tax strategies for life's biggest transitions
EXPERT ADVICE MAR 26, 2026
Smart money moves: Tax strategies for life's biggest transitions

Advisors share strategies to reduce tax drag on wealth transfers, divorce and retirement income.

Stifel strikes out in court bid to toss $133 million legal payment to client
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAR 25, 2026
Stifel strikes out in court bid to toss $133 million legal payment to client

A federal judge in February made the recommendation to deny Stifel’s motion to vacate.

By Bruce Kelly
The Rise of Multi Family Offices: Independence, Complexity, and Sophistication
EXPERT ADVICE MAR 25, 2026
The Rise of Multi Family Offices: Independence, Complexity, and Sophistication

As wealth becomes more complex, ultra-high net worth families are quietly moving away from traditional private banks. In this insightful piece, Thomas Ruggie reveals why independent multi-family offices are fast becoming the go-to solution for those seeking truly unbiased, integrated, and sophisticated financial guidance.

By Thomas Ruggie, ChFC®, CFP®
From Fragmented to Fit: Building an Integrated System for Clients’ Financial Health
EXPERT ADVICE MAR 25, 2026
From Fragmented to Fit: Building an Integrated System for Clients’ Financial Health

Why advisors should replace patchwork planning with a cohesive financial roadmap.

By Stan Gregor
Fintech Bytes: Elizabeth Warren tackles MrBeast over acquisition of teen money app Step
FINTECH MAR 24, 2026
Fintech Bytes: Elizabeth Warren tackles MrBeast over acquisition of teen money app Step

Warren, the top-ranking Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, has sent a letter YouTube star Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, and the founder of Beast Industries.

By James Rogers
Second Circuit scraps $609M asset freeze on 777 Partners guarantors
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAR 24, 2026
Second Circuit scraps $609M asset freeze on 777 Partners guarantors

Alleged bogus collateral, an anonymous tip, and a $609M debt no one could pay.

By Carleen Bongat