SEC‘s Emergency Action The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken decisive action against a large-scale Ponzi scheme. They have obtained a temporary restraining order, asset freeze, and the appointment of a receiver to halt the operations of Agridime LLC and its owners, Josh Link and Jed Wood. Details […]
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Credit Suisse Entities to Pay $10 Million for Providing Prohibited Mutual Fund Services
Overview of the SEC Enforcement Action The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced an enforcement action against Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC and its affiliates, collectively referred to as the Credit Suisse Entities. This action, resulting in a settlement exceeding $10 million, stems from the entities’ engagement in prohibited underwriting […]
Unregistered Brokers and Companies Face SEC Charges in $525 Million Pre-IPO Fraud Scandal
The SEC has taken action against five unregistered brokers and four companies based in New Jersey and New York relating their alleged involvement in a widespread fraudulent scheme related to investments in pre-initial public offering companies (pre-IPO). According to the SEC the scheme has had far-reaching consequences, resulting in over […]
SEC Investor Advocate’s Recommendations on Arbitration and Index-Linked Annuities
Washington D.C., Dec. 5, 2023 — In a move towards transparency and investor empowerment, the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Office of the Investor Advocate has released its comprehensive Report on Activities for the Fiscal Year 2023. This document not only outlines the Office’s accomplishments during the fiscal year but also […]
SEC Alleges $35 Million Fraud Against ArciTerra and CEO Jonathan Larmore
Washington D.C., Nov. 29, 2023 — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently filed charges against ArciTerra Companies LLC, a Phoenix-based real estate investment firm, and its CEO, Jonathan M. Larmore. The allegations surround a complex, multi-year scheme to misappropriate over $35 million from investor funds managed by ArciTerra. Additionally, […]
SEC Names Kate E. Zoladz as Regional Director of Los Angeles Office
The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Kate E. Zoladz has been named Regional Director of the Los Angeles Office, effective Dec. 3, 2023. Ms. Zoladz has served as Acting Co-Director since June 2023 and as the Associate Regional… SEC Press Release
SEC Adopts Rule to Prohibit Conflicts of Interest in Certain Securitizations
SEC Implements Rule 192 to Safeguard Against Conflicts of Interest in Asset-Backed Securities Washington D.C., Nov. 27, 2023 — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has adopted Securities Act Rule 192. This rule, designed to enforce Section 27B of the Securities Act of 1933, as introduced by Section 621 of […]
SEC Charges Kraken for Unregistered Securities Operations
Kraken operated its crypto trading platform as an unregistered securities exchange, broker, dealer, and clearing agency. SEC seeks an injunction, disgorgement and penalties
SEC Charges New York Businessman with Fraud and Unregistered Sales of Securities to Investors Seeking Permanent Residency in the U.S.
The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged Nadim Ahmed, a New York-based businessman and his companies, NuRide Transportation Group, LLC and NYC Green Transportation Group, LLC, with making fraudulent misrepresentations in securities offerings… SEC Press Release
SEC Adopts Rules to Improve Clearing Agency Governance and Mitigate Conflicts of Interest
On November 16, 2023, the SEC took a significant step towards fortifying the stability of clearing agencies by implementing innovative rules aimed at diminishing the influence of conflicts of interest on their boards of directors or equivalent governing bodies. What is a Clearing Agency? Clearing agencies, also known as clearinghouses, […]
