Compliance & Ethics

SEC Enforces Stricter Regulations on Private Funds: A Balancing Act of Transparency and Innovation

Following a year and half of deliberation and protest from fund managers over the initial proposal, the SEC voted on the final requirements the private funds industry will have to meet when it comes to disclosure and fairness with investors.

Morgan Stanley Fined £5.41 Million by Ofgem for Breach of Energy Trading Communication Rules

Britain's energy regulator, Ofgem, has announced that it is imposing a fine of £5.41 million ($6.88 million) on Morgan Stanley & Co. International plc (MSIP) for failure to record and retain electronic communications related to trading wholesale energy products. The penalty comes as a result of breaches that occurred between January 2018 and March 2020, Ofgem stated.

FDIC to Introduce New Banking Resolution Rules for Long-Term Debt

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), a prominent U.S. bank regulator, is poised to propose comprehensive rules aimed at transforming the preparedness of large regional banks for their potential failures. The proposed rules are scheduled for announcement on August 29, as reported by a notice released late on Tuesday.

Fintech Firm Titan Settles SEC Charges for Over $1 Million

Fintech investment adviser Titan Global Capital Management USA LLC has agreed to pay a settlement of over $1 million to resolve charges brought by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The charges stem from allegations that the firm misled investors by providing false information about performance metrics and the custody of clients' cryptocurrency assets.

Tech Companies Operating in Europe Brace for New Wave of Regulations

European tech companies are on the brink of facing a wave of new regulations that aim to reshape the digital landscape and hold large tech giants accountable. The regulations, set to be rolled out over the coming months, constitute the largest expansion of digital regulation in the Western world. These rules, while applicable only in Europe, are expected to have global repercussions, influencing tech platforms' operations and practices beyond European borders.

Teva Pharmaceutical to Pay $225 Million in Fines for Price Fixing

Teva Pharmaceutical, the world's largest generic drugmaker, has agreed to pay a fine of $225 million as part of a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) over price-fixing charges. The settlement also includes the divestiture of its copycat version of a cholesterol drug as well as other terms aimed at resolving the allegations.

TMF Group Releases 10th Edition of Global Business Complexity Index: Navigating Compliance Challenges and Global Risks

TMF Group, a prominent provider of compliance and administrative services, has unveiled its tenth edition of the Global Business Complexity Index (GBCI). This comprehensive report delves into the complexities of conducting business in 78 jurisdictions, encompassing 92% of the world's total GDP and 95% of net global FDI flows. The GBCI meticulously evaluates nearly 300 annually tracked indicators across various critical aspects, such as legislation, compliance, accounting procedures, tax regimes, human resources, and payroll processes.