The SEC has blown the lid off a $770 million Ponzi scheme orchestrated by Pennsylvania's Daryl F. Heller. Retail investors were duped, and the fallout is massive.

The SEC and CFTC just dropped a joint statement giving the green light for registered exchanges to trade certain spot crypto assets. This is a big step in making the U.S. a leader in the crypto market again.

Yu Chen, a heavyweight in accounting, is set to join the International Accounting Standards Board starting January 2026, bringing her vast expertise to the global stage.

The SEC is gearing up for a deep dive into trade-through prohibitions with an all-day roundtable on September 18, 2025. Expect big names, hot debates, and a webcast for those who prefer to watch the fireworks from home.

FASB's new appointment, Angie Storm, promises to shake things up on the Emerging Issues Task Force. Her technical chops are set to bring fresh perspectives to financial reporting.

The SEC has appointed Judge Margaret Ryan as the new Director of the Division of Enforcement. With a robust legal background, she's poised to tackle fraud and manipulation head-on.

The IASB has just wrapped up its catch-up work on IFRS 19, making life a tad easier for subsidiaries with fewer public accountability demands. Expect reduced disclosure requirements for several key standards.

Elena Poeschl has been appointed to the IASB’s Global Preparers Forum, bringing over 20 years of experience in insurance, banking, and asset management to the table.

Big changes are coming to the Financial Accounting Foundation as they welcome Dalia O. Blass as the new Board chair and Erin Hill as the new executive director. Their leadership is expected to bring fresh perspectives and strategic advancements to the organization.

Frederick L. Cannon is back for a second term on the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), bringing his wealth of experience in equity strategy and investor relations to the table once again.