Regulatory Wrap Episode 38: Whistleblowing in the U.S. vs. U.K.
In Regulatory Wrap for the week to August 30, Jay Hampshire unpicks the difference in the U.S. and U.K. regulatory approach when it comes to whistleblowing.
The clock is TikToking, will firms get the message on off-channel comms?
Firms must look to implement technology to mitigate against risks presented by the proliferation of social media use in a business context. As platforms such as TikTok begin to dominate the media landscape, firms must look to revaluate their compliance infrastructures.
The Conduct Chronicles – “Social Media. Who is really following us?”
Emma Parry discusses the emergence of social media and the risks that come with it. As a result firms are cracking down on monitoring their employees and screening their backgrounds, however, they must ensure they are being transparent in their pursuit.
Change the record – SEC charges 26 firms combined $390 million for recordkeeping failures
With the SEC and CFTC acting against over two dozen firms for recordkeeping failures relating to off-channel communications, when will financial services finally get the message on communications compliance?
Nowhere to hide – FCA reviews state of crypto promotions
The FCA has published a review of whether cryptocurrency firms are meeting its latest rules around marketing and promotions - with many falling short of the required compliance standard.
The Conduct Chronicles – “On the Public Record”
Emma Parry writes on her experience of misconduct within the financial services, and how firms must do more than monitor communications to prevent it.
Bad finfluence – Is influencer marketing worth the risks?
With the FCA having announced court dates for a case against nine social media influencers involved in non-compliant financial promotions, do the benefits outweigh the risks for ‘finfluencer’ marketing?
Regulatory Wrap Episode 35: CFTC Commissioner Pham Calls for Reform Amid Allegations
In Regulatory Wrap for the week to July 12, Jay Hampshire reviews CFTC Commissioner Caroline Pham’s statement on misconduct within the CFTC.
On Demand: Compliance & Conversation – SMCR struggles – what does the SMCR extension mean for you?
On July 3, 2024, Global Relay hosted its annual Compliance & Conversation event, where compliance professionals and industry experts convened to discuss the new challenges and priorities at the fore of the regulatory landscape.
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.