Colonial Filings

Section 16 Filings Now Required for Foreign Private Issuers

Beginning March 18, 2026, directors and officers of foreign private issuers will face a reporting obligation that many have never dealt with before. A change in U.S. securities law now brings these insiders squarely into the Section 16(a) reporting regime, a framework that has historically applied only to domestic public companies. The shift is the […]

| 01/20/2026

EDGAR System Updates: Security & Access

SEC Makes Changes to EDGAR System: Security, Filer Access, Account Management

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently announced significant updates to the Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval (EDGAR) system. These changes are designed to enhance the system’s security and improve filers’ access to and management of their accounts.  What Businesses Need To Know About EDGAR System Enhancements The latest enhancements to the EDGAR […]

| 10/22/2024

Implications of EDGAR Next Amendments

Understanding the Implications of the SEC’s Proposed EDGAR Next Amendments

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed significant changes to the Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval (EDGAR) system, known as EDGAR Next. These amendments aim to enhance security and streamline the filing process for users. However, they also bring forth new challenges and potential costs for filers. What are the implications that filers […]

| 12/06/2023

SEC Proposes EDGAR Next Changes

SEC Proposes Improvements to EDGAR Filer Account and EDGAR Next

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently proposed improvements to the Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval (EDGAR) system, specifically focusing on filer access and account management. These proposed enhancements aim to streamline the filing process, enhance usability, and improve security measures. In this article, we will explore the key aspects of these proposed […]

| 10/25/2023

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