On this episode, we delve into the results of FINRA's targeted review of certain member firms and their communications to retail investors regarding crypto products and services.
Stablecoins are digital assets that aim to manage volatility by tracking the values of more stable assets, such as fiat currencies like the U.S. dollar. Though the name might imply otherwise, stablecoins are not without risks for investors.
FINRA’s Examinations team has undertaken changes to create efficiencies before, during and after the exam process to continuously improve the program. On this episode, three senior leaders of the team join us to detail some of the recent changes, including the introduction of thematic reviews, changes to the post-exam closeout process and more.
Indexed annuities have surged in popularity because of the way they incorporate features beyond those found in conventional fixed annuities. Similar to conventional fixed annuities, the taxes on gains in indexed annuities are deferred until you begin receiving distributions.
Divorce can impact all aspects of your life, including your financial responsibilities and goals. But there are ways that can help you better understand—and stay in control of—your investments.
The failure of a firm might understandably cause some anxiety for its customers. However, should your firm cease operations, you shouldn’t panic: In virtually all cases, customer assets are safe and typically are transferred in an orderly fashion to another registered brokerage firm.
Keeping crypto assets safe involves a different set of challenges than keeping your cash, stocks or bonds secure. It’s important to learn about the different ways to store crypto assets.
FINRA Encourages Firms to Notify FINRA if They Engage in Activities Related to Digital Assets
These days, it's not a matter of if, but when, when it comes to cybersecurity incidents, which is why it's essential for all firms to ensure they're prepared for the inevitable. On this episode, we're catching up with two members of FINRA's Complex Investigations and Intelligence Team for an update on the cyber threat landscape and what firms should be thinking about and doing in response to the latest trends.
On this episode, we dig into a new report from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation, Investors of Color in the United States, that highlights interesting trends related to the pace at which Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino and Asian American/Pacific Islander investors are entering the market, their views on risk, where they're receiving information and more.
