News and Announcements

Technology Feature Release: Encore AI for Marketing Review

At a Glance ACA’s Encore AI solution is now available within the ComplianceAlpha® Marketing Review platform. This enhancement brings intelligent automation to the review of marketing and financial promotions, helping firms accelerate compliance workflows, reduce manual effort, and improve accuracy. Encore AI scans PDFs and Microsoft Office files to flag risky language, missing disclosures, and […]

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ACA Group Named RegTech 100 Company for Sixth Consecutive Year

ACA is proud to announce that we have been recognized as a RegTech100 company for the sixth consecutive year. This achievement reaffirms our position as a global leader in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) technology. The RegTech100 list, curated by RegTech Analyst, highlights the most innovative firms shaping the future of regulatory compliance for financial

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ACA Group Named to 2025 ESGFinTech100 List

ACA Group (ACA) is proud to announce that we have been recognized on the prestigious ESGFinTech100 list for 2025, marking our position as an industry leader in sustainable finance technology. This annual ranking, curated by FinTech Global, highlights the most innovative companies helping financial institutions meet their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. The ESGFinTech100

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Technology Feature Release: Smarter Surveillance Model Validation with Backtesting and Scenario Analysis

ACA has introduced backtesting and scenario analysis, a new capability within our Market Abuse Surveillance (MAS) solution. This feature enables compliance teams to recalibrate and test algorithm parameters using historical data, generate simulations for parameter changes, and compare outcomes side by side. It helps firms validate surveillance assumptions and maintain uninterrupted audit history while meeting

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ACA Wins Two Honors at 2025 ETF Express U.S. Awards

ACA is proud to share that we have been recognized as Best ETF Distributor and Best ETF Regulatory/Compliance Adviser at the 2025 ETF Express U.S. Awards. These honors reflect our commitment to delivering trusted, integrated solutions that help exchange-traded fund (ETF) sponsors succeed in a dynamic market. ACA Foreside, our dedicated ETF team, now supports

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Financial Services Firms Rapidly Integrate AI, but Validation and Third-Party Oversight Still Lag, Survey Finds

New York and London — Financial services firms have entered a new phase of AI adoption, moving from exploration to full operational integration, according to the 2025 AI Benchmarking Survey by ACA Group (ACA) and the National Society of Compliance Professionals (NSCP). This year’s survey found that 71% of firms now formally use AI, a

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Technology Feature Release: AI Insights for eComms Surveillance and Archive

ACA has introduced AI Insights for eComms, a new capability within our eComms product suite powered by Encore AI, ACA’s proprietary intelligence engine. This feature enhances communications oversight by automatically summarizing messages, identifying potential risks, and surfacing urgent matters. It helps compliance teams manage growing volumes of communications while meeting regulatory expectations more effectively. As

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ACA Launches Comprehensive Market Abuse Risk Framework for Buy-Side Firms

London, UK — ACA Group, the leading governance, risk, and compliance advisor in financial services, today announced the launch of its Market Abuse Risk Framework, a holistic new solution designed to help UK and European regulated buy-side firms identify, manage, and monitor market abuse risks across their trading activities. ACA is the first firm to launch a comprehensive Market

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ACA Group Launches Aponix Foundations, a Self-Service Cybersecurity Program for Financial Services

New York, NY — ACA Group (ACA), the leading governance, risk, and compliance advisor in financial services, today announced the launch of Aponix Foundations. This self-service SaaS cybersecurity solution enables firms to establish essential cyber governance without the cost or complexity of building a full in-house program. Developed by ACA Aponix®, ACA’s cybersecurity and risk division,

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ACA’s Market Abuse Surveillance for Compliance Readiness

In today’s regulatory climate, U.S. financial firms are under pressure to demonstrate proactive compliance and readiness for scrutiny. ACA’s Market Abuse Surveillance (MAS) powered Mock Exams are not just an SEC exam simulation; they’re a strategic, tech-enabled solution that mirrors the depth and rigor of a real regulatory exam. What are ACA’s MAS powered Mock

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