CPPA issues record $1.35 million fine for data privacy failures
The California Privacy Protection Agency has issued the largest fine in its history, levied against Tractor Supply Company for multiple violations of the California Consumer Privacy Act.
FCA answers Call of Consumer Duty
The Financial Conduct Authority is updating its Consumer Duty approach to balance consumer protection with reducing compliance burdens on firms. It aims to clarify expectations, support innovation, and ensure fair outcomes.
What is data completeness? And why does it matter?
Regulatory expectations around the data firms capture and archive are increasing. It is no longer enough to be able to evidence that you’re capturing communications data – the expectation is that data is captured and archived in its entirety. We explore the new standard of data completeness, and why meeting it matters.
How much can weak cybersecurity structures cost firms?
With cybercriminals ramping up the frequency and complexity of attacks against financial organizations, it’s evident that a lacking security infrastructure can take a significant toll on not just revenue and business operations – but reputation.
Personal devices in crisis? Risks vs. rewards of BYOD policies in pharmaceuticals
Pharmaceutical companies face a tough choice between enabling BYOD or issuing corporate devices. Understand the risks, rewards, and compliance factors of both.
FCA crypto consultation proposes firms play by conduct and resilience rules
The Financial Conduct Authority is consulting on which minimum rules should apply to cryptoasset firms, particularly regulations governing operational resilience, governance, and the conduct of senior staff.
The Conduct Chronicles – Deepfakes. Who are you really dealing with?
Emma Parry explores the growing risk of deepfake fraud, highlighting real world cases that have led to the loss of millions of dollars through scams and manipulation.
SEC plants crypto recordkeeping seeds with Spring 2025 agenda
Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Paul Atkins has set the regulator on a course toward crypto with its early ‘Spring 2025’ statement, including proposals to bring crypto under the scope of existing recordkeeping regulations.
Proactive cooperation reduces CFTC fines to $8 million
The CFTC’s recent “enforcement sprint” initiative saw 10 firms fined a combined amount of $8.3 million, with most receiving fine reductions for “exemplary cooperation” and remediation plans – demonstrating the benefits of self-reporting and collaboration with the regulator.
SEC fines Massachusetts firm $75,000 for Marketing Rule violation
The SEC has fined a firm $75,000 for violating the Marketing Rule and recordkeeping violations, spurring the firms to implement greater compliance protocols.
Five ways a single-vendor solution can mitigate data governance risks
Learn how a single-vendor solution can capture, store, and monitor business communications to enable complete compliance, all while protecting your data.