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Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Creativity and Compliance: Transforming Toxic Cultures

Where does creativity fit into compliance? In more places than you think. Problem-solving, accountability, communication, and connection—all require creativity. Join Tom Fox and Ronnie Feldman on Creativity and Compliance,...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Compliance Tip of the Day: How A CEO Can Set The Tone at The Top with Town Halls

Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast where we bring you daily insights and practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Compliance Tip of the Day: How A CEO Can Set The Tone at The Top with Town Halls

Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast where we bring you daily insights and practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Fox on Podcasting: Enhancing Your Podcast with Megatrax: Ileana Landon’s Expert Insights

Join Tom Fox as he explores the world of podcasting, and get ready to be inspired to start your own podcast. In this episode, Tom sits down with Ileana Landon from Megatrax to discuss the transformative power of licensed...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

2 Gurus Talk Compliance: Episode 37 – The Florida Couple Edition

What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance, of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Daily Compliance News: September 20, 2024 – The $100+$106MM Edition

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, brings you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen to the Daily Compliance News. All...more

White & Case LLP

Land of the rising dissension: Japanese shareholder activism in focus

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A perfect storm of volatile market conditions and investor demands is brewing in Japan, fostering an environment ripe for increased shareholder activism in 2025 - Global shareholder activism surged in the first half of...more

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FINRA Beats First Post-Jarkesy Challenge

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On September 4, 2024, Judge John Murphy of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania dismissed on jurisdictional grounds the first post-Jarkesy constitutional challenge to FINRA’s disciplinary...more

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Revisions to Chapter 517, F.S., the Florida Securities and Investor Protection Act

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Overview On May 10, 2024, the Florida Governor approved Senate Bill 532 (“SB 532”), which passed the Florida House and Senate by nearly unanimous vote (1 vote against in the Senate). SB 532 substantially revises Chapter 517,...more

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Northern District Of Texas Allows Claims Alleging “Scheme” Liability Securities Fraud To Proceed Against Oil Company

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On August 12, 2024, Judge David C. Godbey of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas denied a motion for judgment on the pleadings in an action alleging that an oil company (the “Company”) and a...more

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Key Regulatory Updates for Hong Kong Listed Companies - July/August 2024

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The updates include a consultation paper on a new phase of paper listing and a joint announcement on temporary modifications to requirements for specialist technology companies and de-SPAC transactions....more

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Political Event Contract Update: Previewing Tomorrow’s Kalshi v. CFTC Appellate Court Hearing

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As we have previously noted, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) continues to face legal challenges to its regulatory approach to political event contracts. The past two weeks have seen a flurry of activity in the...more

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FinCEN Adopts Final AML Program Rule for Investment Advisers

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The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) adopted a final rule (the Final Rule) on August 28 that will treat certain investment advisers and exempt reporting advisers as financial...more

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SEC Roasts Keurig for Claims Regarding Recycling of K-Cup Pods

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On September 10, 2024, the SEC announced that it had charged Keurig Dr. Pepper for making incomplete, and therefore inaccurate, statements regarding the recyclability of its popular K-cup pods....more

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ICYMI—Say goodbye to the SEC’s Climate and ESG Task Force

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In case it escaped your notice a few months back—as it did mine—Bloomberg is now reporting that the SEC has “quietly disbanded” its Enforcement Division’s Climate and ESG Task Force. You remember the task force? Back in...more

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SEC Continues Scrutiny of Provisions That Might Impede Whistleblowers

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On September 9, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced settled charges against seven public companies for violations of certain whistleblower protections provided by Rule 21F-17 under the Securities...more

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Failure to Safeguard, Two Cyber Intrusions, and an $850,000 SEC Settlement

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Virtually all organizations have an obligation to safeguard their personal data against unauthorized access or use. Failure to comply with such obligations can lead to significant financial and reputational harm. In a...more

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CFTC Finalizes Long-Awaited Update to Rule 4.7

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On September 12, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC or Commission) published a final rule, adopting amendments to CFTC Rule 4.7, which provides exemptive relief from certain compliance obligations to registered...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Compliance Tip of the Day: How A CEO Can Set The Tone at The Top with Email

Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast where we bring you daily insights and practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned...more

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Texas Sued By Environmental Group For Anti-ESG Law

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On September 1, 2021, the State of Texas enacted a law (SB 13) that constitutes one of the most far-reaching anti-ESG laws among the various states. It bars state institutions from investing in companies that “boycott”...more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

SEC Amends Reg. NMS, Changing Minimum Pricing Increments, Access Fee Caps, and Round Lot/Odd Lot Dissemination

The Securities and Exchange Commission adopted amendments to Reg. NMS on September 18, 2024, covering a broad range of market structure and regulatory issues facing the equities market...more

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Unlocking the Power of Equity-Based Incentive Compensation: Basics of Restricted Stock, Restricted Stock Units, and Performance...

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This article is the fourth in our series on equity-based compensation intended to assist employers with answering a common question: What type of equity compensation award is best for our company and our employees?...more

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Recent SEC Enforcements for Violations of Whistleblower Protection Rule

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On September 9, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) announced it settled enforcement actions against seven public companies for alleged violations of its whistleblower protection rule in their...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Pawtastic Friends: The Paw Talk – Hercules, Angelina and Prince

Welcome to Pawtastic Friends-The Paw Talk. In this podcast, host Tom Fox will visit with Michael and Melissa Novelli, co-founders of Pawtastic Friends, as well as those who work with them at Pawtastic Friends. Michael and...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

The Corruption Files: Navigating Corporate Governance: The Hutchison Whampoa Scandal

What is stranger than fiction? The stories of worldwide corruption. In this podcast series, co-hosts Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance and Mike DeBernardis, partner at Hughes Hubbard, discuss some of the most audacious...more

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