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SEC to Hold Compliance Outreach Seminar for New York-Based Investment Advisers and Investment Companies

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The SEC's New York Regional Office (NYRO) will host a virtual compliance outreach seminar for investment advisers and investment companies in the New York area. The event will take place on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, beginning at 9:15 a.m. Eastern. The event is free and open for the public to attend. Registration is not required.
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SEC Adopts Joint Data Standards Rules Under FDTA

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:40:00 -0400

On June 8th, the SEC approved rules that establish joint data standards under the Financial Data Transparency Act of 2022 (FDTA). The rulemaking establishes technical standards for data submitted to certain financial regulatory agencies, making financial data more accessible, uniform, and useful to the public. The joint data standards would make it easier for financial institutions to file reports across multiple agencies and help regulators carry out the SEC’s oversight functions with greater efficacy. Continue reading "SEC Adopts Joint Data Standards Rules Under FDTA"

New FERC Final Rule “Filing Process and Data Collection for the Electric Quarterly Report”

nospam@example.com (The Novaworks Team) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:39:00 -0400

The FERC issued a new final rule on March 19, 2026 to update the filing process and data collection for the Electric Quarterly Report (EQR). Changes are designed to update data collection, improve data quality, increase market transparency, decrease costs, and streamline compliance for future changes.

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Reminder: IFRS Accounting Taxonomy 2025 Remains Current for 2026 Reporting

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:37:00 -0400

In February 2026, the International Financial Reporting Standards Foundation (IFRS) announced that the IFRS Accounting Taxonomy 2025 would remain current for the 2026 reporting period as there have been no updates to the technology or content. Stakeholders should continue to use the IFRS Accounting Taxonomy 2025 when tagging financial information, in accordance with local jurisdictional filing requirements. Continue reading "Reminder: IFRS Accounting Taxonomy 2025 Remains Current for 2026 Reporting"

SEC Cancels June 2026 EDGAR Release

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:54:00 -0400

On June 1st, the SEC canceled EDGAR software release 26.2, which was planned for June 15, 2026. Draft EDGAR Filer Manual revisions and draft Technical Specifications related to the release that previously was published on May 15th are no longer relevant and have been removed from the SEC’s site. Associated changes made to the EDGAR Beta Environment will be reverted on June 1st. Continue reading "SEC Cancels June 2026 EDGAR Release"

SEC Staff to Hold Investor Advisory Committee Meeting

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The SEC’s Investor Advisory Committee will hold an open meeting via webcast on the SEC’s site that will take place on Thursday, June 4, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. ET. The meeting is free for the public to attend. The meeting will cover committee matters, including subcommittee reports and approval of previous meeting minutes.

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GAO Issues Report on Standard Business Reporting Under FDTA

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 29 May 2026 14:15:00 -0400

On May 14th, the United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a new report to satisfy requirements detailed in the Financial Data Transparency Act (FDTA). The Act requires the GAO to evaluate the establishment of a Standard Business Reporting-type (SBR) program in the United States and to begin developing shared data standards among financial regulators. The standards are intended to reduce reporting burdens, improve data quality, and steer the United States toward a system similar to SBR used in other countries. Continue reading "GAO Issues Report on Standard Business Reporting Under FDTA"

Memorial Day

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 22 May 2026 13:45:00 -0400

The SEC will be closed Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. The EDGAR System will not receive, process or accept filings on this day. Filings with a due date of May 25th will be due the following business day. The FERC will also be closed in observation of Memorial Day. eForms will accept filings submitted on May 25th. Continue reading "Memorial Day"

GoFiler 6.5b Now Available

nospam@example.com (Administrator) — Tue, 26 May 2026 17:43:00 -0400

Version 6.5b of GoFiler has been released. This version contains changes and improvements for Text View, Page View, Data View, and XBRL View/XDX. This release also contains updates for Forms 13F, ATS-N, Section 16, and general EDGAR forms. Continue reading "GoFiler 6.5b Now Available"

SEC Proposes Rules to Allow Optional Semiannual Filings for Public Companies

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 05 May 2026 17:00:00 -0400

On May 5th, the SEC proposed rule and form amendments that would allow public companies to file semiannual reports instead of traditional quarterly reports. The change would offer issuers greater flexibility in meeting interim reporting obligations under federal securities laws. Under the proposal, companies subject to Exchange Act Sections 13(a) or 15(d) may choose to file a new Form 10‑S twice a year in place of Form 10‑Q. Rather than file three quarterly reports and one annual report, eligible companies could choose the streamlined option to file one semiannual report and one annual report per fiscal year. Continue reading "SEC Proposes Rules to Allow Optional Semiannual Filings for Public Companies"

SEC Provides Preview of June 2026 EDGAR Release 26.2

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Thu, 21 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

On May 15th, the EDGAR Business Office issued a preview of the upcoming updates to the EDGAR system’s capabilities, technical specifications, and the draft EDGAR Filer Manual prior to the approaching EDGAR software release. The release is currently scheduled for June 15, 2026, and filers may review and test the expected EDGAR system changes in the EDGAR Beta Environment beginning June 1, 2026. Continue reading "SEC Provides Preview of June 2026 EDGAR Release 26.2"

SEC Proposes to Modernize Registered Offerings and Reduce Reporting Burdens for Public Companies

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 20 May 2026 16:15:00 -0400

On May 19th, the SEC proposed reforms intended to improve the efficiency, resilience, and cost‑effectiveness of registered offerings while remaining focused on providing strong investor protections. The proposal seeks to streamline the public‑company reporting framework and more closely align disclosure requirements with a company’s size and phase of development. The proposal is designed to respond to years of increasing regulatory complexity and a sustained drop in the number of public companies. By simplifying offerings and customizing disclosure requirements, the SEC aims to encourage more businesses, especially small and mid‑sized issuers, to go public and remain in the public markets. Continue reading "SEC Proposes to Modernize Registered Offerings and Reduce Reporting Burdens for Public Companies"

MSRB Unveils Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 15 May 2026 10:15:00 -0400

On May 7th, the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) published its strategic plan for fiscal years 2026–2030, which details a multi‑year plan focused on regulatory modernization, market transparency, and public accountability. The plan is the result of significant engagement with market participants, and is intended to reiterate MSRB’s commitment to protect investors, issuers, and the public interest in a fair and efficient municipal securities market. Continue reading "MSRB Unveils Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030"

MSRB Publishes Correction to Draft Amendments to Retire “Financial Advisor” Language, Solicits Feedback

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 12 May 2026 17:30:00 -0400

On May 6th, the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) released a correction to its April 23rd request for public review and comment related to draft amendments to MSRB Rules G-1, G-3, G-20, G-23, and G-37. The rules are intended to retire the term “financial advisor” from several MSRB rules as part of its Municipal Advisor Retrospective Rule Review. The correction specifically addresses two issues in the draft amendments to Rule G‑23 that appeared in the earlier notice, but all other sections of the April 23rd notice remain unchanged. Continue reading "MSRB Publishes Correction to Draft Amendments to Retire “Financial Advisor” Language, Solicits Feedback"

XBRLworks Scheduled Maintenance

nospam@example.com (Administrator) — Fri, 08 May 2026 13:09:00 -0400

XBRLworks will be unavailable during scheduled maintenance today, May 8th, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET. During this time, the application will be updated to version 2.6a. Continue reading "XBRLworks Scheduled Maintenance"

SEC Adopts Technical Amendments to Update Regulation NMS Cross-Reference, Delegated Authority Rules

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 08 May 2026 10:30:00 -0400

On May 1st, the SEC’s Division of Trading and Markets adopted technical amendments to Rule 610 of Regulation NMS under the Exchange Act. The amendments are designed to modernize outdated cross‑references in provisions governing locking and crossing quotations. The rulemaking also corrects an obsolete reference in the rules that delegate authority to SEC staff to allow certain exemptions. Continue reading "SEC Adopts Technical Amendments to Update Regulation NMS Cross-Reference, Delegated Authority Rules"

XBRL US, Pro Groups to Host Webinar on Accounting, AI, and Automation

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:45:00 -0400

XBRL US and Pro Groups jointly will host a free webinar to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the world of corporate accounting on Tuesday, May 5, 2025, beginning at 3:00 p.m. (ET). The event is free, but registration is required. Continue reading "XBRL US, Pro Groups to Host Webinar on Accounting, AI, and Automation"

MSRB Proposes Updates to Rule G‑12 to Modernize Inter‑Dealer Confirmation Requirements, Revamp MSRB Rulebook

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:30:00 -0400

On April 28th, the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) released for public review and comment a rule proposal to modify Rule G‑12(c). The proposed rule would update Rule G‑12(c), which regulates confirmation requirements for inter‑dealer municipal securities transactions that cannot be processed through automated comparison systems. The proposed rule supports the MSRB’s ongoing review of its rules, published guidance, and rulebook modernization efforts to align with current technology and operational standards. Continue reading "MSRB Proposes Updates to Rule G‑12 to Modernize Inter‑Dealer Confirmation Requirements, Revamp MSRB Rulebook"

SEC, CFTC Propose Amendments to Modernize Form PF Reporting, Solicit Comment

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:30:00 -0400

On April 20th, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) jointly proposed amendments to Form PF, the confidential reporting form used by SEC‑registered private fund advisers, which include those also registered with the CFTC as Commodity Pool Operators (CPOs) or Commodity Trading Advisors (CTAs). The updates would keep Form PF effective for regulatory oversight while making compliance more efficient for advisers. Continue reading "SEC, CFTC Propose Amendments to Modernize Form PF Reporting, Solicit Comment"

SEC Releases Proposal to Extend Rule 17Ad‑27, Solicits Comment

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:15:00 -0400

On April 16th, the SEC announced that it is publishing its proposed information‑collection requirements under Rule 17Ad‑27 for public review and comment. The rule applies to central matching service providers (CMSPs) that offer matching services but are exempted from registering as clearing agencies. These CMSPs help broker‑dealers, institutional investors, advisers, and custodians electronically agree on trade details to accelerate automated settlement. Continue reading "SEC Releases Proposal to Extend Rule 17Ad‑27, Solicits Comment"

XBRL US, CRAFT Announce Conference on Maximizing AI and Structured Data Performance

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400

XBRL US and the Center for Research toward Advancing Financial Technologies (CRAFT) jointly will host an in-person conference to discuss how structured, standardized data improves the performance of large language models. The one-day event takes place Friday, May 15, 2026, beginning at 9 a.m. Eastern at Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ. Continue reading " XBRL US, CRAFT Announce Conference on Maximizing AI and Structured Data Performance"

SEC Advances Treasury Market Resilience with New Cross‑Margining Structure

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400

On April 15th, the SEC announced a conditional exemptive order that would permit customer cross‑margining between cash market positions in US Treasury securities cleared by a registered clearing agency and futures positions in US Treasury securities cleared by a registered derivatives clearing organization. The exemption applies to broker‑dealers that are also registered as futures commission merchants with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and that serve as joint clearing members of both clearing entities. In accordance with the order, these organizations now may offer cross‑margining to eligible customers in a futures account as long as all conditions of the exemption are met. Continue reading "SEC Advances Treasury Market Resilience with New Cross‑Margining Structure"

FERC Releases Latest eForms Refresh

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400

On April 9th, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced updates made to the eForms system concerning a rendering issue affecting a number of FERC Form No. 1 filers. Continue reading "FERC Releases Latest eForms Refresh"

FERC to Hold Open Commission Meeting

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:30:00 -0400

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC) staff will hold its monthly open meeting via webcast on ferc.gov on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET. The one-hour meeting is open for the public to attend. Continue reading "FERC to Hold Open Commission Meeting"

SEC Releases Enforcement Results for Fiscal Year 2025

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:45:00 -0400

On April 7th, the SEC’s Division of Enforcement announced that in fiscal year 2025, it saw a number of significant enforcement actions that furthered its attempt both to protect investors and promote market integrity. Continue reading "SEC Releases Enforcement Results for Fiscal Year 2025"

FASB to Discuss 2026 GAAP and SEC Reporting Taxonomy Improvements,SEC Update

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) will host a webinar to discuss 2026 GAAP and SEC reporting taxonomy improvements and an SEC data quality update. The event will take place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, beginning at 1:00 p.m. Eastern. Continue reading "FASB to Discuss 2026 GAAP and SEC Reporting Taxonomy Improvements,SEC Update"

SEC Provides FAQs Related to Rule 605 of Regulation NMS

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:30:00 -0400

On April 1st, the staff of the SEC’s Division of Trading and Markets published a list of answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) concerning Rule 605 of Regulation NMS. For further details on Rule 605, please see the 2024 Rule 605 Disclosure of Order Execution Information amendments adopting release on the SEC’s site. Continue reading "SEC Provides FAQs Related to Rule 605 of Regulation NMS"

SEC Adopts Cost‑Saving Measures for Consolidated Audit Trail

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:30:00 -0400

On March 27th, the SEC approved an amendment to the National Market System (NMS) Plan for the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT), along with exemptive relief from certain Rule 17a‑1 requirements. These modifications are meant to further the SEC’s aim to streamline CAT operations and reduce financial burdens on the industry while maintaining key regulatory functions. Continue reading "SEC Adopts Cost‑Saving Measures for Consolidated Audit Trail"

FERC Announces Latest eForms Refresh

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:45:00 -0400

On March 27th, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced that the eForms system has been updated with Version 2026-04-01 taxonomies, validation rules, and rendering files. Continue reading "FERC Announces Latest eForms Refresh"

The SEC Announces Delays with Fee-Bearing Filings, Country Code Technical Issue with EDGAR Forms 3, 4 and 5

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:45:00 -0400

On March 30th, the SEC alerted filers of two separate issues: Continue reading "The SEC Announces Delays with Fee-Bearing Filings, Country Code Technical Issue with EDGAR Forms 3, 4 and 5"

FERC Adopts Rule to Modernize EQR Filing System

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:45:00 -0400

On March 24th, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced that it approved the October 2023 rule proposal that would adopt eXtensible Business Reporting Language-Comma-Separated Values (XBRL‑CSV) as the standard for filing the Electric Quarterly Report (EQR). The new system is intended to modernize and simplify data collection, enhance data quality, improve market disclosure practices, and reduce long‑term compliance costs. The new rule is the most substantial update to the EQR system since its inception in 2002, when it was founded with the purpose of improving the efficacy, adaptability, and transparency of reporting for all market participants. Continue reading "FERC Adopts Rule to Modernize EQR Filing System"

SEC Adopts Updated EDGAR Filer Manual

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -0400

On March 16th, the SEC announced that it is adopting amendments to Volumes I and II of the EDGAR system Filer Manual and related rules and forms. EDGAR Release 26.1 is effective in the EDGAR system as of March 16, 2026. Continue reading "SEC Adopts Updated EDGAR Filer Manual"

SEC Proposes Amendments to Rule Regulating Information Reviews for OTC Equity Quotations

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0400

On March 16th, the SEC proposed amendments to update Exchange Act Rule 15c2-11, a rule that regulates certain information gathering and review requirements that brokers and dealers that publish quotations for, or maintain a continuous quoted market in, securities in the over-the-counter (OTC) market. Adopted in 1971, Rule 15c2-11’s framework was designed to prevent certain manipulative and fraudulent trading schemes in the OTC equity markets Continue reading "SEC Proposes Amendments to Rule Regulating Information Reviews for OTC Equity Quotations"

FERC Announces Latest eForms Refresh

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:45:00 -0400

On March 17th, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) announced that due to taxonomy changes adopted in Version 2025-04-01 (pertaining to Order No. 898), it has provided guidance in the latest eForms update to help filers preparing to submit the 2025 FERC Form No. 1. Continue reading "FERC Announces Latest eForms Refresh"

Interim Release of GoFiler (6.5a Patch B)

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:20:00 -0400

To help filers navigate recent unexpected changes made by the SEC concerning the EDGAR 26.1 release, more specifically, Section 16 filing, Novaworks has provided a patch for GoFiler version 6.5a. Continue reading "Interim Release of GoFiler (6.5a Patch B)"

FERC to Hold Open Commission Meeting

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC) staff will hold its monthly open meeting via webcast on ferc.gov on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET. The one-hour meeting is open for the public to attend. Continue reading "FERC to Hold Open Commission Meeting"

XBRL US Staff to Host Data Quality Committee Meeting

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:30:00 -0400

XBRL US’ Data Quality Committee (DQC) will host an online meeting for industry leaders to discuss plans to implement rules and guidance for public companies complying with the SEC’s XBRL requirements. The webinar will take place on Wednesday, March 18th, and will begin at 10:00 a.m. Eastern. Continue reading "XBRL US Staff to Host Data Quality Committee Meeting"

Section 16 Filing Hot Fix Now Available

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:45:00 -0400

GoFiler software is applying the Section 16 changes under EDGAR 26.1 slated for March 18th a day early. We have applied a fix for this issue, however, users that wish to file Section 16 now may either: Continue reading "Section 16 Filing Hot Fix Now Available"

GoFiler 6.5a Now Available

nospam@example.com (The Novaworks Team) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:02:00 -0400

Version 6.5a of GoFiler has been released. This version corresponds to EDGAR 26.1 and also includes changes to Section 16 that will become effective on March 18, 2026. Additional changes have been made to Text View and Page View, as well as Form X-17A View and SCHEDULE 13D/G View. Continue reading "GoFiler 6.5a Now Available"

EDGAR Release 26.1

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:30:00 -0400

On March 16, 2026, EDGAR Release 26.1 implemented updates to the EDGAR Filing Website. Continue reading "EDGAR Release 26.1"

Getting Ready for EDGAR 26.1: Using GoFiler Beta to Prepare New Section 16 Filings

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:30:00 -0400

In anticipation of the SEC’s rule changes for Section 16 reporting for foreign private issuers, filers may be looking for ways to prepare ahead of the official EDGAR 26.1 release. To facilitate the transition, Novaworks has released a beta version of GoFiler, which is currently available to GoFiler Complete users who would benefit from a testing environment. Continue reading "Getting Ready for EDGAR 26.1: Using GoFiler Beta to Prepare New Section 16 Filings"

XBRL US Webinar on XBRL Reporting for Special Purpose Acquisition Companies Now Available for Viewing

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:30:00 -0400

On March 11th, XBRL US hosted a webinar to review and discuss matters related to financial reporting for Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs). The session featured an overview of the related final rule, a demonstration of XBRL tagging requirements for SPACs, and a review of SPAC filings submitted to date. Continue reading "XBRL US Webinar on XBRL Reporting for Special Purpose Acquisition Companies Now Available for Viewing"

SEC Answers Popular Inquiries with FAQs Regarding the HFIA Act

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0400

On March 9th, the staff of the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance published a list of answers to FAQs concerning the implementation of the Holding Foreign Insiders Accountable Act (HFIA Act). The list of responses addresses the obligations of directors and officers of foreign private issuers with a class of equity securities registered under Section 12 of the Exchange Act and which are preparing for their first filings under Section 16(a) of the Exchange Act as a result of the effectiveness of the HFIA Act. On December 18, 2025, the President signed into law the HFIA Act, which will be effective on March 18, 2026. Continue reading "SEC Answers Popular Inquiries with FAQs Regarding the HFIA Act"

XBRL US to Hold Webinar on Reporting for Special Purpose Acquisition Companies

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:15:00 -0500

XBRL US will present a webinar to discuss matters related to financial reporting for Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs). The one-hour event takes place Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 3 p.m. Eastern. The session will feature a review of the final rule, a demonstration of XBRL tagging requirements for SPACs, and an overview of SPAC filings submitted to date. Continue reading "XBRL US to Hold Webinar on Reporting for Special Purpose Acquisition Companies"

SEC Approves Rule Amendments for Holding Foreign Insiders Accountable Act

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:08:00 -0500

On February 27th, the SEC voted to approve final rule and form amendments under the Exchange Act that reflect recently adopted requirements under the Holding Foreign Insiders Accountable Act (HFIA), which enhance transparency into the holdings and transactions of officers and directors of foreign private issuers (FPIs). Pursuant to the HFIA, Section 16(a) was amended to require directors and officers of FPIs with a class of equity securities registered under Section 12 of the Exchange Act to disclose their holdings and transactions in the FPI’s equity securities Continue reading "SEC Approves Rule Amendments for Holding Foreign Insiders Accountable Act"

XBRL US Provides Guidance for Creating a Cleaner Semantic Data Model for XBRL

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:45:00 -0500

On February 18th, XBRL US published the blog, Creating a Cleaner Semantic Data Model for XBRL, written by Scott Theis, President/CEO, Novaworks LLC, Chair, XBRL US Domain Steering Committee (DSC), Leader, XBRL Technical Advisory Committee for XBRL US (XTAC), and Member, XBRL Standards Board and Open Information Model (OIM) Working Group. Continue reading "XBRL US Provides Guidance for Creating a Cleaner Semantic Data Model for XBRL"

Filing with EDGAR Next Using GoFiler: TOTP Secret Key and MFA Code Setup

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:30:00 -0500

In accordance with EDGAR Next, the SEC now requires enhanced identity verification and multi-factor authentication (MFA) in order for filers to obtain EDGAR account access. The time-based one-time password (TOTP) Secret Key is a common component of authentication used to satisfy those MFA requirements. The TOTP Secret Key is used by an authenticator app to generate the TOTP Code, which is a secure, 6-digit code that changes every thirty seconds. This code is a piece of information that many websites or services will ask a user to provide when they log in to verify their identity. Continue reading "Filing with EDGAR Next Using GoFiler: TOTP Secret Key and MFA Code Setup"

Interim Release of GoFiler (6.4b Patch A)

nospam@example.com (The Novaworks Team) — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:40:00 -0500

A patch for GoFiler version 6.4b has been released. This patch provides fixes for an issue that was introduced in version 6.4b involving the Spacing Properties dialog. Continue reading "Interim Release of GoFiler (6.4b Patch A)"

GoFiler 6.4b Now Available

nospam@example.com (The Novaworks Team) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:50:00 -0500

Version 6.4b of GoFiler has been released. This release corresponds to EDGAR 26.0.1. Corrections and improvements have been made to Page View and XDX/XBRL, including support for the 2026 SEC, US GAAP, and SRT taxonomies. Additional corrections were made to the Form N-CEN proof and to Section 16. Continue reading "GoFiler 6.4b Now Available"

SEC’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee to Hold Open Meeting

nospam@example.com (LeAnn Dey) — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:45:00 -0500

The SEC’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee will hold an open meeting to discuss the private secondary market and further explore “finders” (individuals who help companies with limited capital-raising activities in private markets). Staff also will consider matters concerning rules and regulations affecting small and emerging businesses and their investors under the federal securities laws. Continue reading "SEC’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee to Hold Open Meeting"