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Philanthropy belongs at the start of the plan, not the end
EXPERT ADVICE APR 07, 2026
Philanthropy belongs at the start of the plan, not the end

The most effective charitable strategies don’t begin with tax optimization. They begin with intent, and they are built into the financial plan from day one

By Jeffrey DeHaan, CFP®
Anthropic's Claude code leak: Should RIA firms and advisors be worried?
FINTECH APR 06, 2026
Anthropic's Claude code leak: Should RIA firms and advisors be worried?

No PII has reportedly been breached, but advisors and wealth tech execs say it should raise tough questions about data security and AI vendor risk management.

By Leo Almazora
Treasury taps BNY and Robinhood to run Trump Accounts for kids
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 06, 2026
Treasury taps BNY and Robinhood to run Trump Accounts for kids

With millions of children already enrolled ahead of a July 4 launch, the accounts will eventually be made portable to other custodians — opening a new competitive front for advisors.

By Leo Almazora
Economists expect AI to lift growth, but not transform it — at least not yet
EQUITIES APR 06, 2026
Economists expect AI to lift growth, but not transform it — at least not yet

A sweeping new survey finds that experts across academia, industry and policy largely agree that artificial intelligence will reshape the economy — but disagree sharply about how much.

By Matthew Sellers
NY-based RIA A.G. Moran charged in alleged $138M fraud targeting elderly clients
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE APR 06, 2026
NY-based RIA A.G. Moran charged in alleged $138M fraud targeting elderly clients

Owner and CEO Vincent Camarda pleaded guilty to securities fraud after allegedly funneling client money into a mining venture and his son's coffee shop – while pocketing the difference

By Leo Almazora
Wealth Enhancement enters Ann Arbor with $118M hybrid RIA acquisition
RIA NEWS APR 05, 2026
Wealth Enhancement enters Ann Arbor with $118M hybrid RIA acquisition

Deal expands the firm’s presence in Michigan and follows multi-billion-dollar additions in March.

By Steve Randall
Fintech bytes: Zocks rolls out MCP capability for general AI tools
FINTECH APR 02, 2026
Fintech bytes: Zocks rolls out MCP capability for general AI tools

eMoney's premium client portal is also getting a customization boost, while Capitalize unveils a new rollover platform for advisors eyeing the 401(k) space.

By Leo Almazora
SEC sues estate of Massachusetts advisor, firm over alleged $1.68M misappropriation
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE APR 02, 2026
SEC sues estate of Massachusetts advisor, firm over alleged $1.68M misappropriation

Complaint describes yearslong pattern of transfers allegedly diverted to personal and business expenses.

By Leo Almazora
Washington’s new millionaire tax: What advisors need to watch
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 02, 2026
Washington’s new millionaire tax: What advisors need to watch

New levy on seven‑figure incomes could reshape residency, compensation and planning conversations for the Pacific state’s wealthiest clients.

By Leo Almazora
Fintech startup Sekond wants to bolster advisors’ private markets arsenal with liquidity monitoring tool
ALTERNATIVES APR 02, 2026
Fintech startup Sekond wants to bolster advisors’ private markets arsenal with liquidity monitoring tool

“It’s trying to help advisors, empower them in that conversation with their clients,” said Rasmus Goksor, CEO of Sekond.

By James Rogers
Modern Wealth, Socium announce $1B+ deals with entries into new markets
MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS APR 02, 2026
Modern Wealth, Socium announce $1B+ deals with entries into new markets

Deals add scale, talent, and new markets as firms expand RIA and hybrid footprints.

By Steve Randall
SEC charges broker with insider trading tied to stolen laptop secrets
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE APR 01, 2026
SEC charges broker with insider trading tied to stolen laptop secrets

A compliance officer, a mouse-jiggling device, and over $530K in alleged insider profits.

By Tez Romero
Robinhood distances sports sponsorships strategy from prediction markets
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 01, 2026
Robinhood distances sports sponsorships strategy from prediction markets

As Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing drives Robinhood-sponsored cars to the top of the NASCAR standings, fans can also use Robinhood's app to wager on race outcomes and other sporting events.

By Andrew Cohen
February-March tax refund surge could offset consumer angst – for now
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
February-March tax refund surge could offset consumer angst – for now

Bigger average refunds and a shift toward direct deposit are changing when cash hits checking accounts, with potential spillovers into spring spending data.

By Leo Almazora
RIA moves: Cerity plants Tennessee stake with Covenant Partners deal
RIA NEWS APR 01, 2026
RIA moves: Cerity plants Tennessee stake with Covenant Partners deal

Elsewhere, Carson Group bolstered its presence in Washington while Integrated adds a $600 million Ameriprise team in Denver.

By Leo Almazora
 Americans' fears over retirement healthcare costs outpace planning
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
Americans' fears over retirement healthcare costs outpace planning

New D.A. Davidson survey shows most households worried about medical bills in retirement – but few have run the numbers.

By Leo Almazora
Americans boost retirement savings target to $1.46M as anxiety over shortfalls intensifies
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
Americans boost retirement savings target to $1.46M as anxiety over shortfalls intensifies

Higher ‘magic number’ reflects inflation, longevity and rising uncertainty about retirement security.

By Steve Randall
IRS reports 4 million children enrolled in ‘Trump Accounts’ as $1,000 pilot expands
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE APR 01, 2026
IRS reports 4 million children enrolled in ‘Trump Accounts’ as $1,000 pilot expands

Government-backed savings program gains early traction with strong family participation

By Steve Randall
DOL’s new 401(k) proposal hailed as step towards ‘fairer’ retirement system
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
DOL’s new 401(k) proposal hailed as step towards ‘fairer’ retirement system

Private markets have remained out of reach for the average American saver until now, says Daniel Cahill, head of U.S. defined contribution at asset manager Partners Group.

By James Rogers
No more silos! Why life insurance and annuities are joining the same conversation
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
No more silos! Why life insurance and annuities are joining the same conversation

As advisors shift from a product‑centric mindset to one focused on client outcomes, they’ve become more open to bringing annuities and life insurance into a single, integrated planning conversation.

By Gregg Greenberg