The SEC announced Paul H. Tzur and David M. Morrell as new Deputy Directors of the Division of Enforcement, with Tzur joining on January 6, 2026. This leadership change in the SEC's enforcement division could signal shifts in regulatory approach and priorities.
The SEC announced the appointment of Demetrios Logothetis as Chairman and three new board members (Mark Calabria, Kyle Hauptman, and Steven Laughton) to the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB). This regulatory board oversees audits of public companies and broker-dealers.
The SEC is seeking candidates for membership on its Investor Advisory Committee, which was established under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to protect investors and improve securities regulations. This committee plays a role in advising the SEC on policy matters affecting investors.
The SEC has appointed Keith E. Cassidy as Director of the Division of Examinations, formalizing his role after serving as Acting Director since May 2024. This leadership appointment affects the division responsible for examining investment advisers, broker-dealers, and other regulated entities.
The Federal Reserve Board has announced the appointment of seven members to its Insurance Policy Advisory Committee (IPAC), including four new members. This committee appointment represents routine governance updates within the Fed's insurance oversight structure.
