SPACs – Proposed New Rules by the SEC

SPACs – Proposed New Rules by the SEC

The SEC recently proposed new rules and amendments intended to enhance investor protections in initial public offerings by special purpose acquisition companies (“SPACs”) and in subsequent business combination transactions between SPACs and private operating companies. If adopted, the rules would impact SPACs in a variety of important ways. Below we…
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SEC Discusses Valuation in Proposed Rules 2022

On February 9, 2022, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) voted to propose new rules and amendments under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (Advisers Act) to enhance the regulation of private fund advisers and to protect private fund investors by increasing transparency, competition, and efficiency in the $18-trillion marketplace.(1)…
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The SEC’s Division of Examinations Discusses Valuation in October 2021 Risk Alert

The SEC’s Division of Examinations Discusses Valuation in October 2021 Risk Alert

The SEC’s Division of Examinations (the “Division” - formerly known as OCIE) has issued a new Risk Alert (the “Alert”)(1) regarding Observations from Examinations in the Registered Investment Company Initiatives (“RIC Initiatives” or (“Initiatives”)(2). In November 2018, the Division announced the Initiatives which would assess industry practices and regulatory compliance…
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Houlihan Capital – Certified in “Blockchain Fundamentals for Accounting and Finance Professionals”

Houlihan Capital – Certified in “Blockchain Fundamentals for Accounting and Finance Professionals”

Houlihan Capital is pleased to announce that we are certified in “Blockchain Fundamentals for Accounting and Finance Professionals”. This certificate is provided by the AICPA and CIMA. Houlihan Capital has significant experience in valuing digital assets since January 2018. We can help with the valuation process, including reviewing or drafting…
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