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Regulation D and Examples of General Solicitation
Mihir Gandhi
Any exchange of money for a certificate, share, or other promise of future benefit constitutes the sale of securities, and that means registration is required with the Securities and Exchange Commission. There are tools that provide exemptions under a range of scenarios, but you still need to be properly registered with the appropriate authorities.
Read MoreFTX Bankruptcy and Fallout
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If you’ve been following cryptocurrency closely, then you were probably familiar with FTX before its demise this fall. But even those without a digital wallet have now heard of the infamous crypto exchange and its founder and former CEO, Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF).
Read MoreRule 506(c) and the Opportunities It Enables to Raise Capital
Mihir Gandhi
Regulation D is one of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s regulations governing exemptions for private placements. These exemptions benefit private companies looking to raise capital without going through the time and expense of a full public offering. Read more...
Read MoreWill the Ukraine War and the Energy Crisis Have a Positive Effect on Renewable Energy?
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When Russia invaded Ukraine early in 2022, it sparked not only war between the two nations but also turmoil across the globe.
To punish Russia for the invasion, many Western states, including Germany, the U.K., and Europe imposed economic sanctions. This led Russia, Europe’s largest energy supplier, to cut the main supply of gas to many European nations, sending Europe into a massive energy crisis. Russia’s goal was to pressure Europe to lift the economic measures imposed on them.
With its main supply of energy out of the picture, Europe put the pedal to the metal on renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar.
Read More5 Criteria for Investors When Looking at a Strong Brand to Invest In
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When it comes to investing in a brand, there are a lot of factors to take into consideration. In a Forbes interview, private equity titan David Rubenstein highlights how markets are getting more sophisticated and more people are putting their money at risk, which means stakes are also getting higher. In an era where new names are emerging left and right, here are 5 important criteria investors should look into when looking for a brand to invest in.
Read MoreThe JOBS Act: Igniting the Flame of Entrepreneurship
Mihir Gandhi
With new business, money is an important factor. Earning it, investing it, raising it – money is the fuel. The JOBS Act is the spark, and the flame of entrepreneurship is the result. New Ways to Raise $$ Read More...
Read MoreWhat The New Age of Twitter Means for Businesses & Investors
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Twitter has been officially taken over by Elon Musk, head of Tesla and SpaceX. After he bid to buy the company for $44 billion (via a tweet) in April of 2022, the board of directors at Twitter tried to incite a bidding war with no success. Elon officially became the sole owner of Twitter, taking it private, on October 28, 2022.
Read MoreThe World Bank and the International Monetary Fund Annual Meeting Recap
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The annual meeting of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund took place this October in Washington, D.C. This year, the world’s finance ministers and central bankers discussed the shaky economic standings of most of the globe, and how to progress in policy to hopefully rectify and not worsen the situation.
Read MoreTitle II, Rule 506(c) and a More Efficient Marketplace
Mihir Gandhi
Imagine trying to sell your car, but rules prevent you from placing an online ad, putting a sign in the window, or otherwise spreading the word to potential buyers. You’d have a tough time finding a buyer, which would slow down your plan to buy that brand new model. Into that bottleneck, add all the other Americans who are also hampered in their desire to upgrade their vehicles. New vehicle sales would stagnate, leading to excess inventory. Car manufacturers would slow production and lay off workers. Not a recipe for a healthy motor vehicle sector, and a drag on the overall economy.
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