Federal Regulation
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FINRA Bars Broker Accused of Trading in Dead Client's Account
By Jeff BermanThe broker, formerly affiliated with SagePoint and Cambridge, was accused of excessive unauthorized trading and forgery.
November 08, 2021
Quarles to Exit Fed at Year's End, Handing Another Seat to BidenIn addition to this vacancy, Biden has a chance to pick a new chair, as Jerome Powell's tenure at the helm expires in February.
November 05, 2021
SEC Names Veteran Staffer to Lead Whistleblower OfficeNicole Creola Kelly has been with the agency more than two decades, most recently in the Office of the General Counsel.
November 05, 2021
Senate Bill Could Change Index-Linked Annuity SEC FilingsBill supporters say the current filing requirements are a bad fit.
November 05, 2021
Reg BI Report Zooms in on BDs' Lack of ComplianceA NASAA report finds 65% of firms aren't discussing lower-cost or lower-risk products with clients when recommending these product types.
November 05, 2021
Ex-CEO Sentenced to 13 Years in Prison for Defrauding InvestorsDavid P. Godwin, who formerly led the telecom firm ContinuityX, also much pay restitution of $9.3 million.
November 05, 2021
SEC to Update Electronic Filing RequirementsSEC commissioners unanimously approved the amendments, which are subject to 30 days of public comment after publication.
November 05, 2021
SEC Makes Major Change to Ad Rule ComplianceInvestment advisors can no longer rely on SEC staff letters about current advertising and cash solicitation rules.