Federal Regulation
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Cybersecurity 'Keeps Me Up at Night': SEC's Crenshaw
By Melanie WaddellComplex products are another major concern, the commissioner said at an Investment Adviser Association conference.
March 01, 2022
Sen. Wyden Calls for 6 Economic Actions Against RussiaCongress must address key areas to punish Putin for invading Ukraine, the Senate Finance Committee chair said.
March 01, 2022
FINRA Alerts Broker-Dealers to Russia SanctionsFINRA issued two alerts urging BDs to review sanctions against financial institutions as well as debt and equity offerings.
February 28, 2022
2 Members of $20M Scam Convicted, Could Face Rest of Lives in PrisonThe Arizona and California men are the latest players in the multi-state conspiracy that deceived hundreds of mostly older investors.
February 28, 2022
Some Insurance Fund Managers Have a Toe in RussiaThe stakes in companies like Gazprom and Sberbank performed well in 2021.
February 25, 2022
Wells Fargo Appeals FINRA Arb Ruling Struck Down in CourtWells Fargo is appealing a Georgia judge's ruling that Wells Fargo and its counsel manipulated FINRA's arbitrator selection process.
February 24, 2022
Identity Fraud and Theft Increased Ahead of Tax Season: ReportFraudulent creation of new credit and loan accounts rose 61% from 2020 to 2021, Allstate Identity Protection found.
February 24, 2022
Ex-Broker Gets 2 Years in Prison for Social Security Fraud, Stealing From ChurchThe former advisor was convicted of stealing more than $370,000 in disability benefits and $20,000 from a church.