Cybersecurity
Get the latest news and insights on cybersecurity regulations affecting financial advisors, broker-dealers, RIAs and others in the financial services industry.
As Cybercrime Costs Soar, Wealthy to Get New Tool From Norton, Aon
By Janet LevauxOne research firm says the price tag for cybercrime could hit $6 trillion by 2021; New York's Global Cyber Center picks up steam.
December 10, 2018
SEC Chair Clayton Lays Out 2019 Regulatory PrioritiesA "key priority" for the securities regulator is finalizing advice standards package, Clayton says.
December 05, 2018
IRS Warns of New Surge in Phishing Scams"The holidays and tax season present great opportunities for scam artists to try stealing valuable information through fake emails," said IRS' Rettig.
November 30, 2018
Massive Data Breach Affects 500 Million Marriott-Starwood CustomersCybersecurity experts note how unusual this breach is due to the fact it's been going on for more than four years.
November 29, 2018
Cybersecurity Environment Is 'Terrifying,' USA Financial's CCO SaysAndrea McGrew sees big increase in hacking and phising of advisor-clients; suggests common-sense precautions.
November 28, 2018
Just Do It: A 2018 Year-End Action List for AdvisorsGetting ready for the holidays is the easy part of advisors' year-end duties. For the tough tasks, here's a "must-do" checklist to help advisors tackle business processes and client needs in late 2018.
November 28, 2018
T3 Event Shows How Advisors Can Keep Robots at BayThe technology conference showcased innovation focused on cybersecurity, AI and more from the biggest and brightest names in the business.
November 28, 2018
What's Inside the SEC's Best Execution Risk AlertAdvisors often don't realize that best execution requirements have many facets, all of which are worth a careful review.