by Aissatou Toure Tariffs, in their most basic form, are taxes applied to imported goods.[1] Governments often use tariffs to protect domestic industries or respond to unfair trade practices.[2] These measures can influence trade relationships, as seen in the ongoing trade dispute between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, wherein tariffs and retaliatory tariffs were imposed…

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By: Cassy Sulzer On February 6, 2024, The Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) implemented two new rules in the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“the Act”): Rule 3a5-4 and 3a44-2.[1] These rules introduce ambiguity regarding the classification of individuals as “dealers” or as “traders,” crucial for determining registration requirements with both the SEC and self-regulatory…

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By: Julie Chung The rise in cryptocurrency usage and sales confused the traditional securities and financial space. The Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) typically exercised regulatory oversight to protect investors in the capital markets.[1]Cryptocurrencies have notably dodged financial regulators like the SEC with virtual currencies and sophisticated payment systems structured to avoid financial regulation.[2] Cryptocurrencies…

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