Compliance & Ethics

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has recently issued new guidance addressing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in employment practices. Recognizing the growing adoption of AI systems in various HR functions, the EEOC aims to provide employers with guidelines to ensure that AI technologies do not result in discrimination or other unfair practices. This article explores the key aspects of the EEOC's guidance, its implications for employers, and the importance of aligning AI systems with equal opportunity principles.

In a recent development, the U.S. Securities and ExchangeCommission (SEC) has levied a substantial fine of $1.6 million on FutureFinTech Group, a prominent financial technology company. The penalty arises from the company's compliance failures, which the SEC deemed to be a violation of regulatory obligations. This article delves into the details surrounding theSEC's enforcement action against Future FinTech Group and explores the implications it may have for both the company and the broader fintech industry.

In today’s business world, the key to success has without a doubt become the ability for organizations to gather and analyze data. Data provides organizations with critical information regarding competitors, and consumers, and can provide significant resources to better make decisions for further growth. Information has truly become a critical aspect of ensuring longevity and overall success for organizations of all sizes. However, with the growing reliance on data and information regulatory bodies have begun to expand and reinforce data management requirements.

Steven Teixeira, a former executive in the financial industry, has pleaded guilty to charges brought by the DOJ in relation to insider trading

The Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) announced late last month in an official order that fines had been levied against Gartner, Inc., headquartered in Connecticut, for violations against the ForeignCorrupt Practices Act (FCPA) they had committed while conducting business in South Africa.

A legal dispute has emerged in the cryptocurrency industry as FTX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, files a lawsuit against its former Chief Compliance Officer (CCO). The lawsuit alleges misconduct and breaches of fiduciary duty by the former executive, adding another layer of complexity to the evolving regulatory landscape of the digital asset space

Google Cloud, a leading provider of cloud computing services, has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool designed to assist financial institutions in combating money laundering activities