I recently read an article discussing how approximately $1.2 billion in cash went missing from the coffers of MF Global Holdings, simply “vaporizing” in the wake of the company’ s collapse, according to The Wall… more
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Did Sarbanes-Oxley kill the tech IPO?
In a March 2 CNBC interview, Marc Andressen was asked what one thing Washington could do to increase job creation and innovation in Silicon Valley. He replied by saying “attack regulation” and went on to… more
Disclosures tell only half the story of data privacy and protection
Facebook did things right in its S-1 disclosures relating to data protection and privacy as it relates to business risk. Among other things, the myriad disclosures warn investors of risks related to unfavorable media coverage… more
Facebook’s IPO is truly special
Speaking as someone who’s been engaged with tons of IPO filings, Facebook’s was the most interesting S-1 read ever. IPOs, in general, typically provide a high-energy, exciting, positive environment, but this one is special—the theme… more
New COSO Framework improves guidance, provides focus; update processes now
The Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) recently released for comment a draft 2012 Internal Control—Integrated Framework. The 2012 framework, expected to be released later this year, addresses changes in the globalization… more
Make 2012 your best year ever
The new year is traditionally a time of looking forward and reflecting on changes you want to make in your life, taking stock of your current situation and setting new goals. The same concepts apply… more
