Reverse Merger to Go Public: Legal & Regulatory Risks
A reverse merger can be a viable path for a private company to gain a public listing, offering speed, cost efficiency, and…
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OTC Markets Liquidity and Price Discovery
This article from Hamilton & Associates Law Group explores liquidity and price discovery on the OTC Markets, highlighting their unique operations compared…
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SEC and FINRA Enforcement Trends in the OTC Market
The have intensified enforcement in the OTC Markets. The focus has shifted sharply toward broker-dealer gatekeeper obligations, fraudulent stock promotions, and manipulative…
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Promotional Activity & Investor Relations Rules on OTC Markets
OTC Markets’ Stock Promotion Policy governs any public communication—press releases, newsletters, videos, email blasts, or social-media posts—that could influence trading activity or…
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Direct Public Offerings in 2025
A Direct Public Offering (DPO) is an effective method for going public. Private companies may also raise capital by selling securities directly…
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CAN-SPAM Issuers and Investor Relations – Securities Lawyer 101
If you use email in your business, you should be aware of the requirements of the CAN-SPAM Act ("CAN-SPAM"). Investor relations providers…
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Investor Relations, Stock Promotion, and Finfluencers: Securities Law Compliance Risks
Investor relations or stock promotion involves the dissemination of information about a public company and is heavily regulated by the SEC. A…
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