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.
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.
Regulatory Wrap episode 68: FCA WhatsApp breach survey
In Regulatory Wrap for the week to August 18, Jennie Clarke discusses recent FCA survey results, which found that firms are still grappling with off-channel comms violations.
Regulatory Wrap episode 67: The $80K cover-up FINRA didn’t miss
In Regulatory Wrap for the week to August 1, Jay Hampshire reviews a FINRA fine against a firm rep for concealing misconduct using off-channel communications.
FCA and FINRA shift attention to individual accountability with misconduct fines
Regulators are taking a hardline stance on personal conduct and accountability, as shown by the latest FINRA enforcement action against a broker for exam cheating, as well as a £1 million FCA fine against a CEO for “lack of integrity through misleading statements.
Regulatory Wrap episode 66: The FCA vs. market abuse
In Regulatory Wrap for the week to July 18, Aarti Agarwal discusses how the FCA has ramped up efforts to tackle market abuse and protect integrity.
Regulatory Wrap episode 65: The FCA expands misconduct rules to 37,000 firms
In Regulatory Wrap for the week to July 11, Rob Mason recounts the FCA’s decision to expand misconduct rules to 37,000 non-banking firms in 2026.
Regulatory Wrap episode 64: Global regulators crack down on finfluencer violations
In Regulatory Wrap for the week to June 20, Kathryn Fallah covers the international crackdown on financial influencers, also known as “finfluencers.”
Regulatory Wrap episode 63: Is comms compliance at a tipping point?
In Regulatory Wrap for the week to June 13, Rob Mason dissects key findings from our latest Industry Insights: Compliance Communications 2025 Report.
FCA puts innovation “at the very heart” of its strategy
Following its international counterparts, the FCA has adopted a reduced regulation ideology. At the center of this is the push for innovation to amplify growth, fight financial crime, improve processes, and attract clients.
What’s next for crypto from the SEC’s view
As the SEC wraps up its Crypto Task Force roundtable series, covering topics from blockchain to crypto custody to decentralized finance, has the regulator come closer to defining the future framework for crypto asset regulation?