The OCC hack leaves banks feeling under attack
The OCC suffered a major cybersecurity breach that remained undetected for a year, prompting backlash from major banks. The incident has intensified calls for stronger identity controls and secure communications systems.
Oracle Cloud breach: Lessons on public cloud risk
Oracle Cloud appears to have fallen victim to a breach by threat actors for the second time in two months. Despite their size, large Cloud providers may not be the safest option for firms.
Why we built Global Relay cloud
Global Relay builds all technology from the ground up. We like things to work well together, beautifully designed, and to a consistently high standard. Our Chief Strategy Officer, Alex Viall, explains why.
CIRO’s 2025 Compliance Playbook: Navigating cybersecurity, third-party risks, and social media rules
CIRO's 2025 Annual Report reveals it's priorities for the year ahead, namely a focus on cybersecurity, third-party risk and social media.
Is CIRO set to be the new Canadian Regulatory Hero?
CIRO is set to streamline the work of IIROC and the MFDA by harmonizing compliance rules and enhancing existing cybersecurity protocols.
Computer Security Day: The role of leadership in protecting data
This Computer Security Day, it is important to recognize that strong leadership drives effective cybersecurity and ensures regulatory compliance.
Transparency continued – The SEC clarifies its examination selection process for broker-dealers
The SEC’s Division of Examinations released a Risk Alert defining the elements it weighs when selecting broker-dealers as examination candidates, illuminating how firms can prepare and refine their compliance efforts.
Social surveillance: The importance of comms capture for social media compliance
In addition to capturing communications channels like email, IM, and SMS, compliance teams must realize the importance of capturing data from social media platforms. To effectively manage widely used applications, firms should consider social surveillance and strategies to curb risks.
Regulatory Wrap Episode #23: Operational Resilience & Cyber Compliance
In Regulatory Wrap for the week to March 15, Jennie Clarke covers cyber resilience and the regulatory activity taking place throughout the year to protect firms’ safety.
Why cybersecurity is the one to watch for global regulators in 2024
Rapid digitalization and technological innovation have offered a wealth of advantages to financial industry practices by redefining business operations. Though, consequently, the threat to cybersecurity is as present as ever. How have regulators begun to maneuver this pressing matter? And will it be a trend to watch in the coming year?