A Closer Look at the Securities Industry: Analyzing the Increased Focus on Gatekeepers and Advancements for Screening Your Investment Portfolio

April 30, 2026 2:35pm

Samuel Chang
Partner
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton

Bisirat Ghebray
Global Head of Sanctions
Blackrock

Oliver Bodmer
Product Management Director
SIX

A closer look at OFAC’s focuses on gatekeepers—investment advisors, accountants, and providers of trust and corporate services—and the impact moving forward.

  • Top risks and lessons in the wake of recent enforcement actions
  • Screening best practices for investments
  • Overcoming challenges related to liquidating funds that include sanctioned securities