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RIA moves: Beacon Pointe adds $1.2B ensemble to bolster Northeast footprint
RIA NEWS FEB 24, 2026
RIA moves: Beacon Pointe adds $1.2B ensemble to bolster Northeast footprint

Meanwhile, a new venture at Integrated Partners sharpens its support for entrepreneurs going through complex transitions, and New York-based Aspen Standard Wealth announces a new president.

By Leo Almazora
Carta links 401(k) plans to cap tables in Morgan Stanley, Vestwell tie-up
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 24, 2026
Carta links 401(k) plans to cap tables in Morgan Stanley, Vestwell tie-up

New workplace savings program targets startup employees by merging institutional portfolios, retirement tech, and equity ownership on a single platform.

By Leo Almazora
Succession isn’t a document – it’s an operating model
OPINION FEB 24, 2026
Succession isn’t a document – it’s an operating model

When founders cling to control, take equity dynamics for granted, or ignore team design, succession plans crack long before they’re tested.

By David Hefty
Asset managers double down on AI agents as economic uncertainty tests investment discipline
TRANSFORMATION FEB 24, 2026
Asset managers double down on AI agents as economic uncertainty tests investment discipline

Firms commit to AI spending despite recession risks, targeting ROI and scarce talent skills.

By Steve Randall
SEC wins judgment against Cutter Financial for steering clients toward high-commission products
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE FEB 23, 2026
SEC wins judgment against Cutter Financial for steering clients toward high-commission products

Cutter Financial Group LLC was ordered to pay $150,000 in total civil penalties, and a five-year requirement the firm provide a copy of the ruling to all existing investment advisory clients and all new investment advisory clients

By Kiernan Green
How AI Is Transforming Advisor Client Relationships
EXPERT ADVICE FEB 23, 2026
How AI Is Transforming Advisor Client Relationships

Advisors reveal how AI boosts efficiency, sharpens insight and deepens every client conversation

Fidelity M&A report finds growing pool of RIA buyers
MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS FEB 23, 2026
Fidelity M&A report finds growing pool of RIA buyers

A record 102 acquirers entered the market last year, but 20 firms captured more than half of all acquired assets, according to Fidelity’s latest M&A report.

By Andrew Cohen
SEC wins judgment barring Bluesky Eagle from Exempt Reporting Adviser Form ADV filings
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE FEB 23, 2026
SEC wins judgment barring Bluesky Eagle from Exempt Reporting Adviser Form ADV filings

Along with a $1.18 million fine, the judgment permanently enjoins Bluesky Eagle from future violations of the Investment Advisers Act, and permanently enjoins its owners and executive officers from filing Form ADV as an Exempt Reporting Adviser'

By Kiernan Green
Ex-Morgan Stanley advisor’s trial for ripping off NBA players continues
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE FEB 23, 2026
Ex-Morgan Stanley advisor’s trial for ripping off NBA players continues

Darryl Cohen allegedly used clients’ money to build a gym in the backyard of his home. 

By Bruce Kelly
Centerview sleep lawsuit settles, but Wall Street hours stay in the spotlight
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 23, 2026
Centerview sleep lawsuit settles, but Wall Street hours stay in the spotlight

While it has sidestepped a public trial, an ex-analyst’s case renews scrutiny of how far junior bankers are pushed on live deals.

By Leo Almazora
Advisor moves: Wells Fargo bags $3.1B advisor duo from JPMorgan
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS FEB 23, 2026
Advisor moves: Wells Fargo bags $3.1B advisor duo from JPMorgan

Meanwhile, Janney lands a billion-dollar team from Merrill in Delaware, and two longtime Edelman advisors hopped to Prime Capital Financial in the Northeast.

By Leo Almazora
‘Rothification’ of retirement plans quickens as SECURE 2.0 mandates take hold, says LPL’s Doshier
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 23, 2026
‘Rothification’ of retirement plans quickens as SECURE 2.0 mandates take hold, says LPL’s Doshier

Retirement head tells InvestmentNews that Roth Rules, compliance reform and converging advice models redefine retirement planning in 2026.

By Steve Randall
Investors recovered more than $4B globally in securities, antitrust class action settlements
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE FEB 22, 2026
Investors recovered more than $4B globally in securities, antitrust class action settlements

New report highlights evolving litigation landscape including AI disclosures, ESG accountability claims.

By Steve Randall
First Circuit ruling backs SEC’s billion‑dollar micro‑cap crackdown
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE FEB 20, 2026
First Circuit ruling backs SEC’s billion‑dollar micro‑cap crackdown

Secret “Q system” ledger, 10‑year clawback and tough bans put schemers on notice

By Carleen Bongat
Merrill moves to lift court stay as Dynasty arbitration fight intensifies
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE FEB 20, 2026
Merrill moves to lift court stay as Dynasty arbitration fight intensifies

As the OpenArc litigation drags on, Merrill Lynch is absorbing another recruiting blow with a $1 billion advisor team defecting to Janney Montgomery Scott.

By Andrew Cohen
NAIFA to IRS: Trump accounts' success will depend on advisors
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 20, 2026
NAIFA to IRS: Trump accounts' success will depend on advisors

Trade group urges regulators to loosen investment restrictions and clarify ERISA rules for new child savings vehicles.

By Leo Almazora
Fintech bytes: Envestnet extends C-suite transformation with infosec chief
FINTECH FEB 20, 2026
Fintech bytes: Envestnet extends C-suite transformation with infosec chief

Shaping Wealth has also added a seasoned fintech veteran to its own C-suite, while Nitrogen unveils an AI agent alongside other updates to enhance client meetings.

By Leo Almazora
Tech adoption isn’t one‑size‑fits‑all: 4 steps to bring the right change to your firm
OPINION FEB 20, 2026
Tech adoption isn’t one‑size‑fits‑all: 4 steps to bring the right change to your firm

As complexity in wealth management surges, advisory firms that pair intentional change management with smart technology will gain a decisive edge.

By Patrick Daniel
Morgan Stanley’s Brett Cohen joins Evolve Private Wealth citing ‘structural’ issues with wirehouse model
WIREHOUSES FEB 20, 2026
Morgan Stanley’s Brett Cohen joins Evolve Private Wealth citing ‘structural’ issues with wirehouse model

Former senior advisor at Wall Street firm tells InvestmentNews how large organizations have limited ability to adapt to evolving landscape.

By Steve Randall
Legal: SEC charges fund managers with defrauding investors in $12M fund
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE FEB 20, 2026
Legal: SEC charges fund managers with defrauding investors in $12M fund

False contract claims, inflated leasing numbers, and millions in fees investors never knew about.

By Tez Romero