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Wall Street Sees a Win in SEC Crackdown on Broker Conflicts
By Benjamin Bain and Robert SchmidtWall Street would rather have policy set by a Trump appointee than take its chances with a future Democratic administration.
May 28, 2019
SEC Exam Chief Warns: Don't Skimp on ComplianceMeanwhile, FINRA CEO Cook sets out his compliance concerns on SEC's Reg BI as SEC Chair Clayton justifies the upcoming rule.
May 23, 2019
DOL Fiduciary Rule Release Set for DecemberAn earlier release is possible given the SEC's expected timeline on Regulation Best Interest.
May 22, 2019
'Don't Hold Your Breath' Waiting on a Bitcoin ETF: SEC's PeirceThe SEC commissioner who would like to see approval for a Bitcoin ETF says the agency still has many questions.
May 21, 2019
SEC Halts Diamond-Related Crypto SchemeThe Ponzi scheme targeted more than 300 investors in the U.S. and Canada.
May 16, 2019
SEC Prevails in High-Yield Securities CaseThe case against a New York brokerage centered on misleading investors on the value of high-yield securities.
May 15, 2019
SEC Delays Decision on Bitwise Bitcoin ETF AgainThe SEC is again seeking comment on the proposal, this time in answers to 14 questions.
May 10, 2019
SEC Settles 'Unfriendly' Insider Trading Case: EnforcementAlso, Secretary Galvin charges broker-dealer over improper mutual fund sales.