CFTC Awards Whistleblower Approximately $2.5 Million
The CFTC awarded approximately $2.5 million to an individual whistleblower for information provided in connection with a CFTC action. Notwithstanding the high nominal amount, the award was reduced to reflect a delay by the whistleblower in reporting the violation to the CFTC.
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