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#ibm
Law
fromArs Technica
15 hours ago

IBM folds to Trump anti-DEI push, admits no misconduct but pays $17M penalty

IBM settled for over $17 million while denying any wrongdoing related to its DEI programs.
Law
fromTechCrunch
14 hours ago

IBM pays $17M fine to end DOJ suit over DEI programs | TechCrunch

IBM settled for $17 million over allegations of illegal DEI practices in hiring and promotions.
Law
fromArs Technica
15 hours ago

IBM folds to Trump anti-DEI push, admits no misconduct but pays $17M penalty

IBM settled for over $17 million while denying any wrongdoing related to its DEI programs.
Law
fromTechCrunch
14 hours ago

IBM pays $17M fine to end DOJ suit over DEI programs | TechCrunch

IBM settled for $17 million over allegations of illegal DEI practices in hiring and promotions.
fromwww.bbc.com
20 hours ago

We have complied with financial rules - West Brom

West Bromwich Albion acknowledges media reports relating to the club's compliance with the EFL's profitability and sustainability (P&S) rules. The club considers that it has fully complied with the P&S rules.
English Premier League
#sec
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
18 hours ago

New SEC Guidance Targets DeFi Interfaces, Self-Custodial Wallets, and Execution Routing Disclosures

Crypto trading interface operators can avoid broker-dealer registration if they meet 12 specific conditions outlined by the SEC.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
10 hours ago

SEC Commissioner Calls for Permanent Broker Rule Overhaul Reflecting Modern Crypto Market Realities

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce advocates for clear, permanent regulatory definitions for crypto interfaces to foster innovation and protect investor access.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

David Woodcock Named SEC Enforcement Chief as Agency Shifts Away From Gensler-Era Crypto Crackdown

David Woodcock appointed as SEC Division of Enforcement director, effective May 4, 2026, succeeding Sam Waldon.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
18 hours ago

New SEC Guidance Targets DeFi Interfaces, Self-Custodial Wallets, and Execution Routing Disclosures

Crypto trading interface operators can avoid broker-dealer registration if they meet 12 specific conditions outlined by the SEC.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
10 hours ago

SEC Commissioner Calls for Permanent Broker Rule Overhaul Reflecting Modern Crypto Market Realities

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce advocates for clear, permanent regulatory definitions for crypto interfaces to foster innovation and protect investor access.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

David Woodcock Named SEC Enforcement Chief as Agency Shifts Away From Gensler-Era Crypto Crackdown

David Woodcock appointed as SEC Division of Enforcement director, effective May 4, 2026, succeeding Sam Waldon.
#ai-governance
UK news
fromTheregister
1 hour ago

UK state bank considers lengthening disastrous IT program

The UK's NS&I faces a £3 billion overhaul crisis, with delays and budget overruns prompting a review of its digital transformation plans.
Marketing tech
fromBloomberglaw
1 hour ago

Meta Cases Put Social Media Platforms at Securities Fraud Risk

Social media platforms face new legal challenges regarding their role in facilitating fraudulent securities schemes.
EU data protection
fromThe Local France
1 hour ago

How the European job market will change with new pay transparency rules

The EU pay transparency directive aims to ensure equal pay for men and women, transforming workers' rights across Europe.
Business intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
15 hours ago

Stop Treating ESG Like a Costly Obligation - When Used Well, It Becomes a Growth Advantage

ESG identifies operational and financial risks, enhancing resilience and performance beyond mere compliance.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
14 hours ago

Robinhood Restricts High-Risk Prediction Contracts Amid Israel Insider Trading Charges, Iran Bet Scrutiny

Robinhood UK President Jordan Sinclair stated that the company is very focused on market abuse and insider trading, emphasizing that not all prediction markets are offered to customers.
Business
#prediction-markets
Privacy technologies
fromReadWrite
22 hours ago

Kalshi joins SelfExclude: guide to prediction markets self-exclusion

Kalshi is the first prediction market platform to implement a shared self-exclusion network for consumer protection.
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune
1 week ago

Prediction markets caught insider traders in real time. Congress wants to shut them down anyway | Fortune

Prediction markets expose insider trading issues, offering transparency through blockchain technology, and should not be banned by legislation.
Privacy technologies
fromReadWrite
22 hours ago

Kalshi joins SelfExclude: guide to prediction markets self-exclusion

Kalshi is the first prediction market platform to implement a shared self-exclusion network for consumer protection.
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune
1 week ago

Prediction markets caught insider traders in real time. Congress wants to shut them down anyway | Fortune

Prediction markets expose insider trading issues, offering transparency through blockchain technology, and should not be banned by legislation.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

At-risk traders anxious despite court reprieve

Traders at Brixton Plaza are fighting eviction to make way for a supermarket, but a High Court injunction has temporarily halted the process.
US politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

What bets are lawmakers and staffers making on prediction markets? They're not required to tell us.

Federal officials must disclose stock trades, but prediction market trades lack similar transparency, raising concerns about insider trading.
France news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

France Advances Law Mandating Self Custody Funds' Disclosure

The French National Assembly passed a bill requiring disclosure of self-custody wallets holding over 5,000 euros.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Mamdani confirms probe of probation chief after lawsuit alleges firing over DOI complaint tied to alleged relationship

Allegations against probation commissioner Sharun Goodwin are under investigation following a lawsuit from a former investigator claiming wrongful termination.
fromReadWrite
4 days ago

Inside the CFTC lawsuits reshaping prediction markets and the law

"The current administration has signaled that it is very pro-business and wants to make it as easy as possible for these new fintech business models such as prediction markets and crypto to operate."
Intellectual property law
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
4 days ago

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.
Marketing
fromForbes
6 days ago

How To Serve Clients Amid Board Scrutiny And Investor Activism

Agency conversations with executives now focus on measurable business impact rather than just creative output.
World news
fromWIRED
4 days ago

China Is Cracking Down on Scams. Just Not the Ones Hitting Americans

Governments struggle to combat industrial-scale scamming operations linked to organized crime, causing billions in losses, particularly affecting foreign victims.
#digital-sovereignty
fromFortune
4 days ago
DevOps

The digital sovereignty dilemma is a false choice - here's how enterprises can have both | Fortune

Organizations must ensure digital sovereignty by balancing local control with global technology access to remain resilient and competitive.
DevOps
fromFortune
4 days ago

The digital sovereignty dilemma is a false choice - here's how enterprises can have both | Fortune

Organizations must ensure digital sovereignty by balancing local control with global technology access to remain resilient and competitive.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Under Roman Abramovich, Chelsea Broke Rules for Years, Premier League Says

Roman Abramovich's tenure at Chelsea was marked by unrestrained spending and numerous violations, including tens of millions in off-the-book payments to various stakeholders, which raised serious concerns about the club's financial practices.
Chelsea
#data-breach
Information security
fromTechCrunch
19 hours ago

Hack at Anodot leaves over a dozen breached companies facing extortion | TechCrunch

Hackers stole data from multiple companies after breaching Anodot, exposing customers to extortion and potential data publication.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
19 hours ago

Hack at Anodot leaves over a dozen breached companies facing extortion | TechCrunch

Hackers stole data from multiple companies after breaching Anodot, exposing customers to extortion and potential data publication.
UK politics
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

UK's 120 Million Gambling Levy Delivers First OHID Prevention Grants Amid Sector Turmoil

UK statutory gambling levy raised £120 million in year one, replacing GambleAware, with Betblocker among the first prevention grant recipients.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

SEC and CFTC Fast-Track US Crypto Oversight Using Interpretive Rules to Bypass Lengthy Rulemaking

U.S. regulators are using interpretive rules for faster crypto oversight, prioritizing clarity and reducing barriers for digital asset expansion.
#kraken
Information security
fromBitcoin Magazine
15 hours ago

Crypto Exchange Kraken Faces Extortion Attempt After Insider Access Incidents Involving Support Staff

Kraken experienced two insider-related security incidents but confirmed no systems were breached and no client funds were at risk.
Information security
fromBitcoin Magazine
15 hours ago

Crypto Exchange Kraken Faces Extortion Attempt After Insider Access Incidents Involving Support Staff

Kraken experienced two insider-related security incidents but confirmed no systems were breached and no client funds were at risk.
Law
fromAbove the Law
13 hours ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Billing 34.5 Hours In A Day, New ABA Recusal Opinion, Shortcomings In SCOTUS Ethics Rules, Pro Se AI Sanctions, Extra Time For Bar Exam, Purging Immigration Judges & More - Above the Law

Lawyers must disclose information that could lead to a judge's disqualification, balancing this with client confidentiality obligations.
Marketing tech
fromAcast
4 days ago

AI Governance Isn't a Barrier: It's Marketing's Growth Engine | Adspeak

AI is transforming marketing by enabling innovation through governance, clean data, and balancing automation with human creativity.
Environment
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 days ago

What you need to know before emissions regulators come knocking | Computer Weekly

IT infrastructure carbon emissions reporting is becoming a global regulatory requirement with strict compliance standards.
#insider-trading
Business
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Billionaire Says Insider Trading Should Be Fully Legalized

Legalizing insider trading could allow asset prices to correct themselves, according to billionaire Thomas Peterffy.
US Elections
fromFortune
1 week ago

Prediction markets have sparked a golden age of insider trading-but the party may be coming to an end | Fortune

Insider trading in prediction markets has surged, raising concerns about unethical betting practices and lack of regulatory oversight.
Business
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Billionaire Says Insider Trading Should Be Fully Legalized

Legalizing insider trading could allow asset prices to correct themselves, according to billionaire Thomas Peterffy.
US Elections
fromFortune
1 week ago

Prediction markets have sparked a golden age of insider trading-but the party may be coming to an end | Fortune

Insider trading in prediction markets has surged, raising concerns about unethical betting practices and lack of regulatory oversight.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

401(k) Plans Could Add Riskier Investments Under a New Rule

The Trump administration is enabling riskier alternative investments in 401(k) plans, easing regulations for plan sponsors.
Business
fromFortune
3 days ago

26% of CEOs think the greatest threat to their job security is their own CFO | Fortune

CEOs increasingly view CFOs as both essential partners and potential threats to their job security.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
18 hours ago

SEC Opens Limited Broker Exemption Path For Crypto Trading Interfaces

Certain user-facing interfaces for crypto trading may not need broker-dealer registration if they meet specific conditions.
#citigroup
France news
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 week ago

Citigroup orders home-working as US banks in Paris and Frankfurt tighten security

Citigroup has instructed employees in Paris and Frankfurt to work from home due to heightened security concerns following a thwarted attack on a US bank.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

Citigroup orders home-working as US banks in Paris and Frankfurt tighten security

Citigroup has instructed employees in Paris and Frankfurt to work from home due to heightened security concerns following a thwarted attack on a US bank.
France news
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 week ago

Citigroup orders home-working as US banks in Paris and Frankfurt tighten security

Citigroup has instructed employees in Paris and Frankfurt to work from home due to heightened security concerns following a thwarted attack on a US bank.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

Citigroup orders home-working as US banks in Paris and Frankfurt tighten security

Citigroup has instructed employees in Paris and Frankfurt to work from home due to heightened security concerns following a thwarted attack on a US bank.
Business intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 days ago

Sustainability accounting can be difficult, but can differentiate | Computer Weekly

Public cloud platforms offer sustainability benefits, but challenges in data transparency hinder accurate assessment of their environmental impact for enterprises.
Law
fromABA Journal
4 days ago

BigLaw firm faces questions over $35M bill

Alberto Safra challenges a $35 million bill from Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr, raising concerns over high charges and billing practices.
World news
fromReadWrite
1 week ago

Experts say geopolitical trades test limits of insider trading laws

Unusual trading patterns before Trump's Iran announcement raise questions about market integrity and the adequacy of current regulations.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
6 days ago

As CFOs scrutinize CTV spend, incrementality emerges as a differentiator

CTV faces a trust problem due to measurement issues, not a creative or performance problem.
#kalshi
SF politics
fromReadWrite
2 weeks ago

Kalshi tightens rules banning insider trading on certain markets

Kalshi is implementing stricter measures to prevent insider trading by blocking politicians and athletes from trading in relevant markets.
Law
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Kalshi wins temporary pause in Arizona criminal case | TechCrunch

Arizona's case against prediction market Kalshi faces a setback due to a temporary restraining order from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
SF politics
fromReadWrite
2 weeks ago

Kalshi tightens rules banning insider trading on certain markets

Kalshi is implementing stricter measures to prevent insider trading by blocking politicians and athletes from trading in relevant markets.
Law
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Kalshi wins temporary pause in Arizona criminal case | TechCrunch

Arizona's case against prediction market Kalshi faces a setback due to a temporary restraining order from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Cyberattacks On Law Firms Are Rising. Here's What's Driving It. - Above the Law

Law firms face increasing cyberattacks, particularly from ransomware, making cybersecurity a critical business and legal concern.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

US summoned bank bosses to discuss cyber risks posed by Anthropic's latest AI model

US Treasury secretary convened bank chiefs to address cybersecurity risks from Anthropic's AI model, Claude Mythos, which poses unprecedented threats.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Treasury debuts effort to share cyber threat intel with crypto firms

The Treasury Department will share cyber threat intelligence with cryptocurrency firms to enhance their cybersecurity measures against increasing threats.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Treasury Launches Cybersecurity Initiative Expanding Threat Intelligence Access for Digital Asset Firms

U.S. Treasury expands cybersecurity coordination with digital asset firms to enhance protections and integrate with traditional finance.
Information security
fromTheregister
4 days ago

'Several dozen' orgs targeted by a new extortion crew

A new extortion crew, UNC6783, targets high-value corporations using phishing and social engineering tactics to steal sensitive data.
Information security
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Cyberattacks On Law Firms Are Rising. Here's What's Driving It. - Above the Law

Law firms face increasing cyberattacks, particularly from ransomware, making cybersecurity a critical business and legal concern.
Philosophy
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Calling out corporate BS? There's a steaming pile to aim for

Corporate jargon impresses those least equipped for analytical thinking, confirming biases while also serving essential functions in specific contexts.
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

MITRE Releases Fight Fraud Framework

"These incidents involve the intentional use of deceptive or illegal practices to fraudulently obtain money, assets, or information from individuals or institutions, and include actions carried out over cyber channels."
Information security
London startup
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

UL Solutions rolls out a new standard to fill a gap in AI regulation: 'Innovation without safety is failure' | Fortune

UL Solutions launches its first AI product certification standard (UL 3115) to ensure AI-embedded products are safe, robust, and human-controlled, addressing the lack of government oversight in rapidly evolving AI technology.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Bitwise Hyperliquid ETF Filing Updated Launch Could Be Near, Analyst Says

Bitwise Asset Management's BHYP ETF for HYPE token is nearing launch, with a 0.67% management fee and significant market interest.
Retirement
fromTechCrunch
4 weeks ago

SEC eyes shift to twice-yearly earnings reports | TechCrunch

The SEC is developing a proposal to allow public companies to report earnings semiannually instead of quarterly, potentially reducing compliance costs and encouraging more companies to go public.
#fincen
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

FinCEN proposes new AML rule for financial institutions

FinCEN proposed a rule to reform AML/CFT programs, focusing on effectiveness and reducing compliance burdens for financial institutions.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

FinCEN's anti-money laundering rule struck down now what?

FinCEN has authority to regulate real estate transactions and enforce reporting requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

FinCEN proposes new AML rule for financial institutions

FinCEN proposed a rule to reform AML/CFT programs, focusing on effectiveness and reducing compliance burdens for financial institutions.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

FinCEN's anti-money laundering rule struck down now what?

FinCEN has authority to regulate real estate transactions and enforce reporting requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act.
EU data protection
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

Companies House disciplines over 100 staff amid compliance concerns

Companies House disciplined 132 employees for policy breaches, highlighting operational challenges and the need for stronger data security measures.
Law
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Computer engineer claims he was penalised for flagging Israeli links of firm given 'bananas' server access at top Irish cybersecurity company

A cyber-security firm reprimanded an engineer for discriminatory comments regarding an Israeli company's access to its servers amid concerns about Palestinian genocide.
#polymarket
Cryptocurrency
fromReadWrite
3 weeks ago

Polymarket updates rules targeting insider trading risks

Polymarket has implemented stricter trading rules to enhance compliance and prevent insider trading in prediction markets.
Cryptocurrency
fromReadWrite
3 weeks ago

Polymarket updates rules targeting insider trading risks

Polymarket has implemented stricter trading rules to enhance compliance and prevent insider trading in prediction markets.
EU data protection
fromTNW | Ecosystems
3 weeks ago

DORA compliance: most European financial firms still aren't ready

Europe's financial institutions struggle to comply with the Digital Operational Resilience Act, with many lacking confidence in meeting the 2025 deadline.
Business
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

The SEC may be about to blow up the quarterly earnings cycle. Here's why CFOs are nervous. | Fortune

CFOs may need to adapt to potential SEC proposal allowing semiannual financial reporting instead of quarterly, impacting investor relations and governance.
Business intelligence
fromFortune
1 month ago

Something big is changing in auditing | Fortune

AI will fundamentally redefine auditing over the next three to five years, with internal audit teams increasingly governing AI models while automation saves up to 40% of audit time.
Information security
fromInfoWorld
1 week ago

Claude Code leak puts enterprise trust at risk as security, governance concerns mount

Leaks threaten Anthropic's market position and raise security concerns about its AI coding tools.
US politics
fromFlowingData
1 month ago

Database to explore conflicts of interest through financial disclosures

ProPublica created a searchable database of financial disclosure documents from the president and 1,573 executive branch appointees, revealing their assets, outside positions, and compensation.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

How to Comply with FinCEN Without Break Your Operations (or Budget)

FinCEN's Residential Real Estate Rule, effective March 1, 2026, requires title and escrow teams to file file-by-file AML reports and embed compliance into core workflows.
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Deutsche Bank headquarters searched in money laundering probe

investigation into unknown responsible parties and employees of Deutsche Bank on suspicion of money laundering... and related additional allegations under the Anti-Money Laundering Act
Germany news
Business intelligence
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Why UK business leaders turn to corporate intelligence to mitigate hidden risks - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK business leaders increasingly rely on corporate intelligence to navigate geopolitical risks, supply chain vulnerabilities, cybersecurity threats, and regulatory pressures that traditional governance tools cannot adequately address.
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Integrity faces a critical moment of peril

Incentives across markets, media, sports, and politics increasingly reward ethical boundary-pushing and gaming systems, eroding trust and encouraging manufactured realities.
fromFortune
2 months ago

As risk skyrockets, current and former CFOs are in demand for audit committees | Fortune

As audit committees confront a rapidly expanding risk landscape, their role in corporate governance is being reshaped. Boards have often turned to current and former CFOs as independent directors, particularly for audit committees, because of their ability to translate complex operational and financial realities into effective oversight.For example, this month, J. Michael Hansen, former EVP and CFO of Cintas Corporation, was appointed to the audit committee at Paychex.
Business
Business
fromHarvard Business Review
2 months ago

Where to Look for Ethical Risk Inside a Company

Unchecked integrity gaps—overlooked conflicts of interest, offensive behavior, or aggressive sales practices—can escalate into severe reputational and financial harm.
fromSecurityWeek
1 month ago

Four Risks Boards Cannot Treat as Background Noise

Rather than stolen data making headlines, it was business stoppage that triggered attention. Moving into 2026, the board's focus should be on ensuring business continuity and building resilience in the face of emerging risks generated by AI usage and attack vectors, quantum computing and geopolitics.
Information security
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