FINRA proposes requiring registration of associated persons who develop algorithmic trading strategies
Abstract
Purpose
To analyze FINRA’s proposal that would require registration with FINRA of associated persons of FINRA-member firms who are primarily responsible for the design, development or significant modification of an algorithmic trading strategy.
Design/methodology/approach
This article discusses the rationale and details of the proposed requirements.
Findings
If adopted in its current form, the proposed rule-making, particularly when combined with the SEC’s proposed amendments to Rule 15b9-1 under the Securities and Exchange Act, would result in many various individuals who currently are not subject to a FINRA registration requirement, to pass a qualification examination and register.
Originality/value
This article contains valuable information about important FINRA rule making activity.
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Acknowledgements
© 2015 Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, All rights reserved
Citation
Angstadt, J.M., Foley, M.T., Pazzol, R. and Van De Graaff, J.D. (2015), "FINRA proposes requiring registration of associated persons who develop algorithmic trading strategies", Journal of Investment Compliance, Vol. 16 No. 3, pp. 33-36. https://doi.org/10.1108/JOIC-06-2015-0042
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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