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Agio On Hedge Fund Cybersecurity And The Difficulty Of Securing Private Equity Firms

YoungUpstarts

When thinking about how to start a private equity firm or a hedge fund, security should be on the list of priorities. Typically, hedge funds have more complex systems as well as more cash movements, data, and transactions, but those are not the only attributes that determine how complex the process of securing an entity is.

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14 Points To Consider When Structuring A Deal

YoungUpstarts

This is obviously a very broad question as it can pertain to anything, but I’m assuming that some of the characteristics are that it is some exchange of financial value between two parties where the goal is to create a win-win situation. Lock down rights and security. What is a huge success for me in the terms?

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Starting an Online Casino

The Startup Magazine

Securing your online casino. It is expected that any starting venture encounters problems and in the online space this takes the form of security. The industry has been met with the hacking menace and an online casino needs to invest in hiring professionals to guarantee security of the server. Are you the Next Casino Mogul?

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SEC Expands “Accredited Investor” Definition

Scott Edward Walker

This past Wednesday, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted amendments expanding the definition of “accredited investor” to include individuals who hold certain professional certifications/licenses or have certain “credentials,” as determined by the SEC. Background.

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The Role of Regulatory Compliance in Private Equity Law: Essential Insights

Women Entrepreneurs Can

Failure to do so can lead to significant liability for the PE firm, especially if allegations of fraud and abuse are made post-acquisition. For example, reviewing the entity’s compliance program and any pending or consequential governmental investigations is essential while conducting due diligence in a healthcare purchase.

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Upland Software Raises $19.8 Million in Venture Capital

SiliconHills

million in venture capital, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Upland plans to use the fund to improve its products, customer service and on strategic acquisitions. […] The post Upland Software Raises $19.8 Upland Software has raised $19.8

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Rackspace Entertains Buyout Offers

SiliconHills

The San Antonio-based company hired Morgan Stanley to evaluate potential partnerships and acquisitions. “In