Kathryn Fallah

Video: Unpacking 2026’s top communications capture trends    

Receive expert insight on the top recordkeeping trends for 2026, as well as the direction of communications capture trends moving forward.

FINRA flags how firms are using GenAI – and key compliance considerations

GenAI use cases are evolving fast, enabling firms to streamline complex processes and improve operational efficiency. FINRA has published an overview of its member’s frequent GenAI implementations – and cautioned firms on ensuring they consider compliance.

$1.1 million FINRA fine for AML compliance failings

Do recent enforcement actions from FINRA, including a $1.1 million fine for AML compliance program failings and a member ban for unapproved channel use, indicate the regulator’s direction of travel for 2026?

Regulatory Wrap episode 76: FCA NFM final rules    

In Regulatory Wrap for the week to November 21, Kathryn Fallah reviews the focus areas highlighted in the SEC’s 2026 Examination Priorities.

How is comprehensive risk management a competitive advantage?

With security incidents and data breaches becoming more prevalent – and more disruptive – sound risk-management frameworks can not only minimize threats but give businesses a competitive advantage.

$10,000 fine continues FINRA’s off-channel communications crackdown

FINRA has fined and suspended an ex-B. Riley broker for sending business-related communications via an unapproved personal email account, continuing its enforcement streak against recordkeeping violations.

How can healthcare and life sciences organizations control GenAI recordkeeping risks?

With the use of generative AI tools like ChatGPT increasing within healthcare and life sciences organizations, how can businesses balance compliance and modernization while tapping into the benefit AI can offer?

Regulatory Wrap episode 75: SEC 2026 Examination Priorities  

In Regulatory Wrap for the week to November 21, Kathryn Fallah reviews the focus areas highlighted in the SEC’s 2026 Examination Priorities.

Has the SEC shifted focus in its 2026 Examination Priorities?

The SEC’s Examination Priorities for 2026 include focus areas that align with emerging risks, as well as an emphasis on ensuring compliance programs are effective – though, notably, it make no mention of digital assets.

What are the key elements of a strong encryption strategy? 

Data protection is essential to ensuring compliance and maintaining business continuity. Explore what encryption processes and security hardware firms should look for when implementing solutions to ensure their data is safeguarded.

A complete guide to ChatGPT recordkeeping

ChatGPT use in financial services has dramatically increased over the past year – especially in North America – raising questions about whether firms are addressing generative AI compliance gaps and aligning with evolving regulatory guidelines.