Tom Auchterlonie

Trump’s SEC pick has ties to tokenised private funds company

Securitize's co-founder and president says the company is 'ecstatic' about the nomination.

Goldman’s sub line ABS heralds new era in fund finance

The bank has leapt over hurdles to make a product that could reshape the fund finance industry.

Moonfare rolls out direct investing in growth equity companies

The company is offering its syndication invitations from relationship GPs directly to some of its wealthier clients.

Investcorp enhances due diligence with AI startup DiligentIQ, founded by KKR alum Ed Brandman

Three of Investcorp’s portfolio companis have been piloting the software, as deal teams embrace AI.

Tokenised GP stakes fund advances democratisation theme

Investcorp has partnered with Securitize to capitalise on a market opportunity estimated at about $400bn.

ILPA seeks LPAC vetoes and full disclosure over NAV loans

Trade group calls for LPAC consent in some cases, and for new fund documents to cover usage and limits.

Heightened risk for unauthorized messaging

A recent settlement likely means the SEC is already investigating private funds – including VCs that are Registered Investment Advisers – for compliance breaches related to off-channel communications.

Bridgepoint hires its new CFO from ex-portfolio company

The incoming finance chief, Ruth Prior, has held several C-suite posts over her career.

Citco aims to streamline fund administration with ‘AI-plus-human’ product

New offering relies on AI for data gathering and processing, with people reviewing the work.

Secondaries growth could boost bidders and cut pricing spreads, panellists say

Speakers for a panel focused on continuation funds at the Private Funds CFO New York Forum discussed secondaries fundraising growth.