Social Media
The latest news and advice about successful social-media communications, including the best methods and strategies for financial advisors.
JPMorgan Bosses, Hooked on WhatsApp, Fuel $200M Penalty
By Hannah Levitt and Ben BainTens of thousands of messages escaped surveillance, hindering investigations, the SEC said as it doled out an unusually large fine.
November 16, 2021
Financial Firms Eye Up Instagram, YouTube; Compliance Pros Remain WarySocial media poses a reputational risk to firms as it explodes in volume and complexity, according to Hearsay Systems.
November 10, 2021
Love or Hate Social Media, Advisors Need to Be CompliantThe "Roaring Kitty" debacle highlights the dangers firms run into when they have lax controls on new marketing tools.
November 10, 2021
Dynasty Pilots Program to Match Wealthy Prospects With AdvisorsA beta launch of the new Dynasty Connect referral program started with a small number of advisors in the firm's network.
October 11, 2021
Combating the Top 5 Fears of Starting an RIA BusinessThrough strategic partnerships, big goals and trust in the process, you can build your own successful business.
September 17, 2021
Social Media 'Finfluencers' Could Hurt a Lot of Investors, QuicklyWhen financial advice doesn't come from regulated financial professionals, cracking down on bad advice is tricky.
September 17, 2021
FINRA Sweeps BDs on Use of Social Media Influencers, Referral ProgramsThe sweep focuses on practices related to customer acquisition through channels like TikTok, Facebook and Reddit.
September 16, 2021
MassMutual to Pay $4M Fine Over 'Roaring Kitty' Posts"It's clear that MassMutual was not as diligent as it should have been in supervising its employees," Galvin said.