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Remarks at the Florida Bar’s 41st Annual Federal Securities Institute and M&A Conference

· Mark T. Uyeda, Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (United States)

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· Mark T. Uyeda · U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission WikiRemarks at the Florida Bar’s 41st Annual Federal Securities Institute and M&A Conference

ContextSpeech by Mark T. Uyeda, Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Why it mattersThe acting SEC chair asks staff to explore wider retail access to private markets.

Problems raised
  1. Crowdfunding compliance fees take a large share of funds raised.
  2. Most private offerings exclude non-accredited investors.
  3. Retail investors have little access to private markets.
Solutions proposed
  1. Lower compliance costs for small offerings.
  2. Review the accredited investor definition.
  3. Explore ways for retail investors to reach private markets safely.
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