The use of a member name without the corporate modifier “L.L.C.” on certain materials adequately denotes the name of the member and would not violate the requirement of NASD Rule 2210 (f)(2) to include a member name.
In light of the ongoing challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, FINRA recently launched an online testing service for candidates seeking to take qualification exams remotely.
LockBit, one of the most deployed ransomware variants in recent years, continues to impact organizations across the globe, including FINRA member firms. Since November of 2023, FINRA has received reports from several member firms related to cyber incidents allegedly perpetrated by LockBit. The reported incidents varied in severity from no impact to significant disruptions in firms’ business operations. As a result, the Cyber and Analytics Unit (CAU) within FINRA’s Member Supervision Program is notifying firms of the increased activity of this threat actor to heighten awareness and visibility of this risk. CAU is also providing a compilation of resources that outline effective practices firms may consider in response to this elevated risk.
TO: All NASD Members and Other Interested Persons
On April 30, 1984, the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC" or "Commission") published for comment changes to the National Market System (NMS) designation criteria which by the National Association of Securities Dealers, Inc. ("Association" or "NASD") has proposed. If adopted, the effect of the changes
INFORMATIONALUniform Submission AgreementsSUGGESTED ROUTINGKEY TOPICSLegal & ComplianceSenior ManagementArbitrationSanctionsUniform Submission AgreementsExecutive SummaryNASD's Code of Arbitration Procedure (Code) requires respondents in NASD arbitrations to serve an answer and an executed Uniform Submission Agreement (USA) at the time the answer to the Statement of Claim is due.
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Senior ManagementGovernment SecuritiesLegal & Compliance
Executive Summary
On January 27, 1993, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved the NASD's Collateralized Mortgage Obligations Advertising Guidelines (Guidelines). The Guidelines provide a framework for members to assess the accuracy and appropriateness of Collateralized Mortgage
SUGGESTED ROUTING*
Senior ManagementMunicipalOperationsSystems
*These are suggested departments only. Others may be appropriate for your firm.
On October 31, 1990, the United States District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina appointed a Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) trustee for:
Carolina First Securities Group514 South Stratford RoadWinston-Salem, North
SUGGESTED ROUTING:*
Senior ManagementCorporate FinanceGovernment SecuritiesInstitutionalInternal AuditLegal & ComplianceMunicipalMutual FundOperationsOptionsRegistrationResearchSyndicateSystemsTrading*These are suggested departments only. Others may be appropriate for your firm.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The work of the NASD's Board of Governors standing committees is essential to
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Senior ManagementMunicipalOperationsSystems
*These are suggested departments only. Others may be appropriate for your firm.
On September 17, 1990, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, Fort Worth Division, appointed a SIPC trustee for:
DFW Clearing, Inc.3200 City Center II301 Commerce StreetFt. Worth, Texas 76102.
Members may use the
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