The SEC was sanctioned for presenting false and misleading evidence in obtaining a temporary restraining order and asset freeze against a crypto firm. Judge Robert J. Shelby delivered the ruling, calling the SEC's actions toward the crypto firm a "gross abuse of power."
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In yesterday's newsletter, we identified two CFTC Advisories as newly updated guidance on cooperation that can affect civil monetary penalties in enforcement actions. The updates are current, but they are not new.
The CFTC Division of Enforcement issued guidance as to the standard by which it assesses a firm's level of cooperation with enforcement investigations.
A dually registered broker-dealer/investment adviser agreed to pay $18 million for violating the whistleblower protections rule by requiring that clients sign release forms prior to receiving settlements.
The SEC adopted the 2024 annual budget of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board along with the related annual accounting support fee.