Senior Compliance Officer
For the senior Compliance Officer, there’s a lot going on at all times. From getting your head around the newest regulations, to devising strategies of compliance and mitigating operational risks, we’d bet that your plate is pretty full.
The FCA, WhatsApp, and recordkeeping
The FCA surveyed UK banks on the use of encrypted and unmonitored messaging apps like WhatsApp and Signal, with no specific enforcement action currently in the works. Firms must still ensure compliance with recordkeeping rules, regardless of technology used.
SEC doubles down on off-channel communications settlements
The SEC has denied a motion raised by 16 firms to modify or amend previously agreed settlements for off-channel communication violations that sought to “equalize” their ongoing compliance responsibilities with more recent enforcement cases.
Regulatory Wrap episode 57: AI in surveillance- is 2025 the turning point?
In Regulatory Wrap for the week to April 4, Kathryn Fallah dissects shifting industry views around AI for 2025.
Is the SEC all in on AI following recent statements?
Speeches from Commissioner Hester Pierce and Acting Chairman Mark Uyeda suggest that the SEC may be taking a less prescriptive approach to AI technology moving forward.
With a changing of the regulatory guard, what are the implications for U.S. off-channel communications?
Susannah Hammond explores what recent changes at the SEC might mean for U.S off-channel communications and recordkeeping enforcements.
Regulatory Wrap episode 56: FCA pivots on “name and shame”
In Regulatory Wrap for the week to March 21, Kathryn Fallah discusses the FCA’s decision to axe its controversial “name and shame” proposal.
Regulatory Wrap episode 55: Catching the culture bug
In Regulatory Wrap for the week to March 14, Rob Mason reviews an FCA speech on culture's ability to spread within an organization.
Regulators give firms a thumb’s down for not capturing emojis
Regulators are increasingly scrutinizing the use of emojis and avatars in communications within financial services, due to their potential for ambiguity and misuse. There is a growing need for enhanced monitoring to circumvent any risks and to capture misconduct.
Buying a compliance solution? 4 things to consider before you commit
Choosing a compliance technology vendor can be complex. Global Relay has highlighted four key considerations to bear in mind before you sign.
Regulatory Wrap episode 54: What’s going on with the FCA?
In Regulatory Wrap for the week to March 7, Rob Mason discusses why the FCA has been the subject of scrutiny since the beginning of 2025.