Regulations

Capita fined £14 million for data protection failings after cyber-attack

Capita Pension Solutions Ltd has been fined after it failed to properly protect the data of millions of customers after it was hit by a major cyber attack back in 2023.

How can firms maintain SEC Marketing Rule compliance?

Despite a slowdown in regulatory enforcement actions, ongoing Marketing Rule fines have signaled that compliant marketing messaging remains a priority for SEC. Explore how firms can reinforce compliance posture and implement the right tools to follow the marketing rules.

FINRA fines broker $10,000 for off-channel communications breaches

An ex-Wells Fargo broker has been fined and suspended by FINRA for breaching recordkeeping rules, and attempting to cover up misconduct by deleting messages.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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