J.P. Morgan Penalized for Failing to Meet FINRA Reporting Standards
LONDON, April 2025 — J.P. Morgan Securities LLC has agreed to pay a penalty of $150,384 following a regulatory settlement with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). The settlement comes after a series of compliance shortcomings in the firm’s reporting practices related to trading activities and distribution notifications between 2020 and 2024.
SEC and DOJ Charge Ramil Palafox in $200M Crypto Ponzi Scheme
The SEC and DOJ charge Ramil Palafox in a $200 million crypto fraud, alleging Ponzi-like scam and misused investor funds for luxury goods and lavish events.
Interactive Brokers Launches First Home Savings Account in Canada
Interactive Brokers introduces the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) for Canadians, offering tax-free growth and investment flexibility for homebuyers.
FINRA Forward: New Initiative to Support Members, Markets, and Investors
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has introduced FINRA Forward. It is a series of initiatives designed to: Improve FINRA’s effectiveness, increase operational efficiency, and Better support.
Is Bitcoin Becoming a Modern Safe Haven in this Volatile Market?!
For generations, gold and US Treasury bonds stood as the twin pillars of financial security during times of geopolitical or economic upheaval. These assets, perceived as safe havens, offered a degree of certainty when global markets faltered. However, in today’s increasingly digital and decentralised world, Bitcoin is steadily gaining attention as a potential new entrant into this elite category of crisis-proof assets.
RM300,000 Loss from One Simple WhatsApp Message!
A 72-year-old retired accountant in Malaysia lost more than RM300,000 after falling for an online investment scam that started with a simple message on WhatsApp.
Silver surges past $33—are you ready for what comes next?
Silver has once again become the center of attention in global financial markets.
171 years! One of this country’s largest crypto-related fraud
A federal court in Brazil has handed down one of the harshest sentences in the country’s history for a crypto-related fraud, jailing three executives of the now-defunct Braiscompany scheme to a combined 171 years behind bars. The case, which saw some 20,000 investors lose approximately R$1.11 billion (about USD 190 million), underscores Brazil’s intensifying crackdown on unregulated cryptocurrency operations
You need to know this if you are losing money in forex trading!
If you’re losing money in forex trading, you’re far from alone: data from major brokers show that approximately 70 % to 80 % of retail Forex traders end up losing money. This article explores the most common reasons behind trading losses and provides actionable strategies to help you turn your losing streak into a learning opportunity rather than a financial drain.
Japan Issues Urgent Warning on $700M Unauthorized Trades
Japan's FSA warns of $700M in unauthorized trades from phishing attacks on brokerage accounts. Cybersecurity threats continue to rise in the country.
Tradu Joins TradingView for Seamless CFD and Forex Trading
Tradu, a global trading platform, integrates with TradingView for seamless CFD and forex trading, offering transparency, tight spreads, and fast execution.
Asian Scam Operations Worth €35 Billion Spreading Globally, UN Warns
The UN report reveals the growing threat of transnational crime, driven by AI, money laundering, and scams across Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
Why Investors Are Focusing on the US Bond Market Right Now
The US bond market's recent volatility is raising concerns. Learn why investors are paying close attention and how it may affect US tariffs and the economy.
Protect Your Portfolio in the Storm | What Are Safe Haven Assets?
Gold surged to an all-time high on Tuesday, driven by renewed weakness in the US dollar, ongoing trade war tensions, and critical remarks from President Donald Trump aimed at the Federal Reserve. These factors fuelled strong demand for safe-haven assets, pushing bullion above US$3,485 an ounce for the first time. But what exactly are safe haven assets? Why is everyone raving about them?
Paraguay Faces Crypto Fraud Crisis Amid $4B Ponzi Scams
Paraguay's crypto fraud crisis sees over $4B lost in Ponzi schemes. Fake platforms and local middlemen fuel scams, with authorities fighting back.
Consob Orders Blackout of 9 Fraudulent Financial Websites
Italy’s financial watchdog shuts down 9 websites for operating without regulatory approval, pushing the total number of blocked sites past 1,300.
FCA Issues Alerts Against Unauthorised and Clone Firms in the UK
Securelivetrades, Profits Stock FX, QueenForex UK Ltd and QA Trading LTD have been flagged for unlicensed operations or cloning.
Fresh Look, Same Trust – INGOT Brokers Rebrands its Website
INGOT Brokers has undergone a comprehensive rebranding to reflect its evolution and forward-thinking vision. As part of this transformation, the company has adopted a fresh visual identity
JT Capital Markets Review
JT Capital Markets is a UK-registered foreign exchange broker with an operating history of approximately 5–10 years. It maintains a commercial website at www.jtcapitalmarkets.com, which, according to WikiFX’s Time Machine snapshots, was last captured in August 2020 before going offline under the guise of “maintenance”.
How a Viral TikTok Scam Cost a Retiree Over RM300,000
A 66-year-old woman in Malaysia has lost over RM311,000 after falling for a fake stock investment promoted on TikTok.
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