On October 1, the SEC proposed updates to the Investment Company Act custody rules and amendments to the Advisers Act custody rule to modernize how advisers and regulated funds safeguard crypto assets. The proposal highlights risks unique to digital assets, such as securing private keys, addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and the irreversible on‑chain transactions, while clarifying when advisers and regulated funds can rely on permitted custodians, including certain State‑chartered trust companies. The proposal also outlines conditions under which advisers and regulated funds may use self‑custody in limited circumstances. Continue reading "SEC Proposes Rulemaking Related to Custody..." »

The SEC will be closed Monday, October 12th in observance of Indigenous Peoples/Columbus Day. The EDGAR System will not receive, process or accept filings on this day. Filings with a due date of October 12th will be due the following business day. The FERC will also be closed in observation of Indigenous Peoples/Columbus Day. eForms will accept filings submitted on October 12th.
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On October 7, the EDGAR Business Office issued a preview of upcoming updates to the EDGAR system’s technical specifications ahead of the next software release, currently scheduled for December 7, 2026. Continue reading "SEC Provides Preview of December 2026 EDGAR..." »

On October 1, the SEC announced updates to the fee rate table that will take effect for fiscal year 2027.

Staff advises filers to click “Fee Rate Table” under Information Exchange in the left navigation bar to review the current rates before preparing header information for any fee‑bearing filings. For additional filing‑fee information, visit the EDGAR Filing Fees webpage or call the Office of Financial Management at 202‑551‑8900, option 1. Continue reading "EDGAR Release 26.3.u1" »

On September 16, the SEC proposed amendments to modernize its proxy solicitation framework, address developments since certain requirements were adopted or last amended, and simplify compliance for registrants. The proposal focuses on requirements associated with annual reports, incorporated documents, exempt solicitations, and the broker search process. Continue reading "SEC Proposes Modernization of Proxy..." »

On September 14th, the SEC announced that it is adopting amendments to Volume II of the EDGAR system Filer Manual and related rules and forms. EDGAR Release 26.3 is effective in the EDGAR system as of September 14, 2026. Continue reading "SEC Adopts Updated EDGAR Filer Manual" »

On September 14, the SEC released the draft 2027 updates to its technical taxonomy design, providing an early look at the changes developed through the annual review and update process for all SEC taxonomies accepted in the EDGAR system. The draft reflects the SEC’s ongoing efforts to keep the taxonomies aligned with current reporting practices and evolving filer needs. Continue reading "SEC Publishes 2027 Draft Taxonomies for Review..." »

In December 2024, the SEC adopted rules that required several filings to be submitted electronically and in Inline XBRL. These requirements applied to specific forms and items, including portions of Form CA‑1, Form 1, Form X‑17A‑5 Part III, Form 17‑H, and the CCO report. In its September 11, 2026 order, the SEC provides exemptive relief from the Inline XBRL requirement for those filings, excluding the audited financial statement exhibits in Form CA‑1 and Form 1. Continue reading "SEC Grants Exemptive Relief from Inline XBRL..." »

Effective September 14, 2026, EDGAR Release 26.3 adds new filing interfaces, updates address limits, revises templates, introduces the FND‑2026q3 taxonomy, and retires several 2024 taxonomies. Continue reading "EDGAR Release 26.3" »

The SEC will be closed Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. The EDGAR System will not receive, process or accept filings on this day. Filings with a due date of September 7th will be due the following business day. The FERC will be closed in observation of Labor Day. eForms will accept filings submitted on September 7th. Novaworks will also be closed on September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We will be offering limited email support from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET on Friday, September 4th. {expires: 2026-09-08}
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On August 18th, the SEC proposed Regulation Crypto Assets, an original framework that details how federal securities laws apply to crypto assets, trading platforms, and brokers. The rulemaking is being proposed as crypto markets continue to expand rapidly, often developing ahead of clear regulatory expectations. The SEC seeks to provide market participants with a clearer understanding of how long‑established securities principles apply and how they improve compliance-related confidence through a more structured approach. Continue reading "SEC Proposes New Regulation Crypto Assets,..." »

On August 14th, the EDGAR Business Office issued a preview of the upcoming updates to the EDGAR system capabilities, technical specifications, and the draft EDGAR Filer Manual prior to the approaching EDGAR software release. The release is currently scheduled for September 14, 2026, and filers may review and test the expected EDGAR system changes in the EDGAR Beta Environment beginning August 31, 2026. Continue reading "SEC Provides Preview of September 2026 EDGAR..." »

The SEC will be closed Friday, July 3rd in observance of Independence Day. The EDGAR System will not receive, process or accept filings on this day. Filings with a due date of July 3rd will be due the following business day, Monday, July 6th. The FERC also will be closed in observation of Independence Day. eForms will accept filings submitted on July 3rd.
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The SEC will be closed Friday, June 19th, in observance of Freedom Day. The EDGAR System will not receive, process or accept filings on this day. Filings with a due date of Friday, June 19th, will be due the following business day, Monday, June 22nd. The FERC will also be closed in observation of Freedom Day. eForms will accept filings submitted on June 19th.
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On June 1st, the SEC canceled EDGAR software release 26.2, which was planned for June 15, 2026. Draft EDGAR Filer Manual revisions and draft Technical Specifications related to the release that previously was published on May 15th are no longer relevant and have been removed from the SEC’s site. Associated changes made to the EDGAR Beta Environment will be reverted on June 1st. Continue reading "SEC Cancels June 2026 EDGAR Release" »