Residential Supervisory Locations (RSLs) and Remote Branch Office Exams: Leveraging StarCompliance to Comply with New FINRA Rule 

FINRA’s Residential Supervisory Location (RSL) rule allows firms to designate an associated person’s private residence as a non-branch location where certain supervisory activities are…

From Cryptocurrency to the Use of AI: Preparing for the SEC Examination Priorities in 2025

Key Insights and Practical Steps for Employee Compliance  As the fiscal year begins, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unveiled its 2025 Examination…

A Cautionary Tale For Broker-Dealers 

FINRA Charges Firm for Supervisory Failures  In October, ViewTrade Securities, a broker-dealer, found itself facing regulatory action by FINRA, worth $40,000 in fines, for…

The Trades Are Coming from Inside the Company 

Navigating Insider Trading Through the Power of Compliance Technology  In the complex world of financial markets, maintaining compliance with insider trading regulations is crucial…

FINRA Gift Rules and Monitoring

Gift-giving and entertaining—commonly known as “wining and dining”—have long been integral to business practices, serving to build relationships and facilitate negotiations.

Navigating Canadian Employment Compliance Regulations

Understanding Canadian regulations is crucial for maintaining compliance and ensuring that your company and its employees understand the boundaries and adhere to the proper conflict of interest regulations.

The Weak Link in Surveillance: Validating Models for Effective Detection

This FCA Market Watch is a wake-up call for firms! Firms must build and validate their surveillance models to ensure they function in the correct manner to surface the desired risk.

Everything You Need To Know About Employees & Political Donations 

As July 4th approaches, so does the intensifying presidential campaign season. It's impossible to escape the flood of fundraising efforts on every device you own. Campaign fundraising in America has reached a fever pitch.

Renewed Protections for Whistleblowers Change the Game

Does your company reward whistleblowers? Changing legislation reinforces the importance of whistleblower protections.