Tag: FINRA
Why FINRA compliance is crucial for securities firms
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) enforces rules designed to protect investors from unethical practices and prevent financial losses.
The rising need for automated compliance technology in finance
In the financial services sector, tracking employee compliance such as licensing, registrations, and continuing education is a complex task.
eflow Global launches enhanced eComms Surveillance tool
With regulatory fines for inadequate eComms surveillance soaring in 2024, eflow Global has introduced an upgraded version of its AI-driven platform, TZEC.
New SEC rules could change the game for hedge funds and...
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently made significant adjustments to its regulatory framework, introducing two pivotal rules, Rules 3a5-4 and 3a44-2, collectively known as the Final Rules.
The 4 pillars of future financial crime compliance
In the ever-changing world of risk management, where the challenges are formidable and constantly evolving, the role of risk executives and their teams is...
Navigating FINRA Renewals: Essential Guide for Financial Firms
As the end of the year draws near, financial firms are under the gun to complete their annual FINRA and state/jurisdiction registration renewals. With deadlines fast approaching, it's critical to have a robust framework in place for timely, cost-effective, and efficient renewals, not just for this year but for the future as well.
Goldman Sachs settles $6m SEC penalty for incomplete blue sheet submissions
Goldman Sachs & Co. has settled charges with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for neglecting to supply comprehensive and precise securities trading details, otherwise known as blue sheet data. The prominent financial institution has consented to a penalty of $6m to conclude the SEC's allegations.
The importance of eComms recordkeeping in FinTech
In the past few months, both the SEC and CFTC have targeted numerous Wall Street firms for extensive recordkeeping oversights. This resulted in eye-watering penalties surpassing $1.5bn. Both major and minor firms should anticipate that this assertive enforcement will remain unrelenting.
Global regulators turn the heat up on trade surveillance: How can...
In a recent post, RegTech firm Eventus outlined key reasons why practitioners must be the key drivers behind trade compliance.
Navigating market abuse enforcements: current focus and future implications
eFlow Global recently outlined some of the biggest challenges around navigating market abuse enforcement and future implications.