On July 26th, the SEC announced that it is proposing amendments to the rule that allows certain investment advisers that provide investment advisory services through the internet to register with the SEC. In 2002, the SEC granted a narrow exception which allowed internet-based advisers to register with the SEC instead of with the states. Investment advisers typically are prohibited from registering with the SEC unless they reach a certain “assets under management” threshold, advise a registered investment company, or qualify for an exemption under SEC rules or statutes. Under rule 203A-2(e) and pursuant to the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, internet investment advisers are exempt from this prohibition if they meet certain conditions, including those concerning the adviser’s use of an interactive website to advise clients. Continue reading "SEC Proposes Internet Adviser Registration Reforms" »