<p>Permissibility of electronic signatures under NASD Rules 3010(d) and 3110(c)(1)(C).</p>
Among the many opportunities available to investors are those involving “crowdfunding.” Crowdfunding generally refers to the use of the internet by small businesses to raise capital through limited investments from a large number of investors. Crowdfunding investments carry significant risk, and you can lose some or all of your investment.
The Anti-Money Laundering (AML) section of the 2018 Report on Exam Findings informs member firms’ compliance programs by describing recent findings and observations from FINRA’s examinations, and, in certain cases, also providing a summary of effective practices.
SUGGESTED ROUTING*
Senior Management Corporate Finance SyndicateTrading
*These are suggested departments only. Others may be appropriate for your firm.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In response to the NASD's request, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has adopted Rule 10b-21 to prohibit persons from purchasing securities out of a public offering to cover short sales executed after the
FINRA has taken disciplinary actions against the following firms and individuals for violations of FINRA rules; federal securities laws, rules and regulations; and the rules of theMunicipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB).
SFTP Fees for Trade Journal Files
Firms that choose to subscribe to the TRACE, ORF, ORF Clearing, and/or ADF Data Delivery SFTP services will be assessed monthly charges for each MPID or clearing number they enroll in each service. Charges will appear in each facility's bill (e.g., TRACE charges will be included in the firms' monthly TRACE bills, ORF charges will be included in the
Broker-Dealer, Investment Adviser Firm, Agent and Investment Adviser Representative, and Branch Renewals for 2010
Notice of Special Meeting of Large Firms and Proxy
This rule is no longer applicable. NASD Rule 1010 Series has been superseded by FINRA Rule 1000 Series. Please consult the appropriate FINRA Rule.
(a) Events Requiring Application
A member shall file an application for approval of any of the following changes to its ownership, control, or business operations:
(1) a merger of the member with another member, unless both are members of the New
