FINRA’s Virtual Artificial Intelligence (AI) Conference and FinTech Office Hours occurred on November 9 and November 10, respectively. The Virtual AI Conference was a half day event designed to bring together regulators and industry leaders within the financial industry to discuss the use of AI and related opportunities and challenges. Register to view the sessions.
If you are of a certain generation, you probably remember watching the Schoolhouse Rock! videos and can still remember the words to “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly, Get Your Adverbs Here.” My favorite was “I’m Just a Bill,” because in just over three minutes, it explained the entire legislative process in easy to understand terms. Since becoming Head of FINRA Enforcement, it has become clear to me that,
The ninth annual Createathon, FINRA’s premiere innovation event, took place over the course of three days in late September. Over 530 staffers participated, including 32 competing teams spanning 11 departments as well as volunteers, DeepRacer competitors, and a dance troupe, to name a few.
Firms must register each branch office with FINRA, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and states that require branch registration. This is accomplished with Form BR, the Uniform Branch Office Registration Form.Every firm must have at least one branch office location registered. Every registered branch must have a Supervisor or Person-in-Charge that is registered with the firm.Article IV, Section
1. What is the Form BR?
Form BR is the Uniform Branch Office Registration form that enables firms to "register" or "notice file" branch offices electronically through FINRA Gateway with FINRA, the New York Stock Exchange, Inc. (NYSE) and other participating jurisdictions.
Imagine a new age of regulation in which compliance efforts were highly effective, and were also inexpensive. This seeming alchemy is coming to financial services in the form of new-generation “regtech.”
As prepared for deliveryToday’s conversation on disrupting the cycle of financial fraud is important and timely—and we are grateful to have been able to convene such a distinguished group of regulators, policymakers, academics, law enforcement agencies, advocacy groups and financial firms here today. You all play a vital role in protecting investors, advocating for victims and working to stop
Last week, FINRA CEO Robert Cook spoke at a conference hosted by the FINRA Foundation to underscore the importance of working together to disrupt the cycle of fraud. He highlighted specific areas for further coordination and announced that FINRA will reach out operators of existing regulatory databases to explore ways to create a one-stop shop resource for investor research. On this episode, we tune in to his remarks.
In 2009, the FINRA Investor Education Foundation launched the first national study of financial capability of adults in the United States. Since its start, the National Financial Capability Study has provided data on multiple indicators of capability, including financial behaviors, attitudes, and knowledge. National Financial Capability Study survey data is collected every three years. The 2024 survey, which was published in July, represents the sixth wave of data. This episodes dives into the report that serves as an important barometer of Americans financial health, and continues to be an essential resource for policymakers, researchers, financial firms, educators, and other stakeholders seeking to better understand and address the financial capability needs of Americans.
Sec. 5.6 (a) After a transitional period beginning in January 2017 and ending in December 2019, during which members may be appointed to terms of office necessary to achieve the requirements of Section 5.6(b) of this Article, each National Adjudicatory Council member shall hold office for a term of four years or until a successor is duly appointed and qualified, except in the event of
