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.
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.
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.
The Conduct Chronicles – SEC Renegotiation? Not a chance!
Regulators are reviewing and revising regulations by creating a less intense process for financial services looking to comply with the rules, and while the SEC has refused revisiting past settlements, FINRA seems to be on the case.
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.
The Conduct Chronicles – Can AI boost conduct and culture?
Emma Parry highlights the benefits of AI in defining a culture that enables self-reporting, working to analyze large data sets and detect areas for further investigation.
FCA to streamline SM&CR in bid to reduce regulatory burdens
Amid efforts by the U.K. government to boost investment, innovation, and growth by cutting “red tape”, the Financial Conduct Authority has laid out plans to “streamline” elements of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime to “make the regime less onerous to firms.”
FINRA fine shows off-channel comms are still on the record
Despite a global push towards reduced regulation, a recent FINRA-issued fine for off-channel communication shows that recordkeeping and surveillance remain a regulatory priority.
FCA leaves non-financial misconduct nowhere to hide with broader rules
The U.K. regulator has clarified its expectations on bullying and harassment and will extend rules on non-financial misconduct reporting to 37,000 non-bank firms by September 2026.