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GOP Lawmakers Probe FINRA Chief on Complex Products Plan
By Melanie WaddellLawmakers expressed concern that FINRA was seeking a "backdoor accredited investor standard" on certain securities.
September 02, 2022
FINRA Hits Baird Over $100 Trading CommissionsThe firm was ordered to pay $416,000 for charging a $100 minimum commission even on small trades, FINRA says.
September 01, 2022
Key Aide to FINRA CEO Gets a PromotionNathaniel Stankard will spearhead integrating FINRA's regulatory operations.
August 29, 2022
Barred Broker Sentenced to 7 Years for FraudMichael Francis Shillin's pretrial probation was revoked after he took an unauthorized Caribbean trip.
August 23, 2022
Leader of $310M Ponzi Scheme Involving Hundreds of Advisors Gets 10 Years in PrisonScott Kohn conspired with a vast network of advisors and agents to scam veterans and retirees, DOJ said.
August 17, 2022
MassMutual BD Fined $250K, Ex-Broker Barred for FraudRegulators in Massachusetts say MLS Investment Services failed to supervise Charles Evan, who pressured clients into buying unsuitable insurance products.
August 12, 2022
LPL Fined $300K Over Client-Reserve ErrorsThe firm's mistakes resulted in two deficiencies totaling about $162 million, FINRA says.
August 11, 2022
Barred Broker Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison Over $7M Ponzi SchemeThe ex-broker used clients' funds on credit card and country club payments, as well as Red Sox tickets.