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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is a federal agency responsible for protecting investors, maintaining fair and orderly functioning of securities markets, and facilitating capital formation. Established through the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the SEC oversees the securities industry, enforcing regulations designed to promote transparency and prevent fraudulent activities in the issuance and trading of securities. The SEC regulates key participants including securities exchanges, brokers, investment advisers, and mutual funds, setting standards for disclosures, financial reporting, and corporate governance practices to ensure that investors have access to accurate and timely information. Through its enforcement actions, rulemaking, and investor education initiatives, the SEC aims to foster confidence in the financial markets and promote a fair marketplace for investors and businesses alike.

SEC-PR-2024-87

SEC-PR-2024-87 (JUL. 22, 2024) Source: https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2024-87 Download: SEC-PR-2024-87 (PDF) PRESS RELEASE | 2024-87 Keith E. Cassidy Named Interim Acting Director of the Division of Examinations Washington D.C., July 22, 2024 — In response to a previously announced medical issue, the Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Richard Best, the Director of the Division […]

SEC-PR-2024-86

SEC-PR-2024-86 (JUL. 19, 2024) Source: https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2024-86 Download: SEC-PR-2024-86 (PDF) PRESS RELEASE | 2024-86 SEC Launches Interagency Securities Council to Coordinate Enforcement Efforts Across Federal, State, and Local Agencies Washington D.C., July 19, 2024 — The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Enforcement this month launched the Interagency Securities Council (ISC), which invites federal, state, […]

SEC-PR-2024-56

SEC-PR-2024-56 (MAY. 14, 2024) Source: https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2024-56 Download: SEC-PR-2024-56 (PDF) PRESS RELEASE | 2024-56 SEC Seeks Candidates for Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee. Washington D.C., May 14, 2024 — The Securities and Exchange Commission is seeking candidates to fill a limited number of vacancies on the agency’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee , which provides […]

SEC-PR-2024-27

SEC-PR-2024-27 (FEB. 27, 2024) Source:   https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2024-27 Download: SEC-PR-2024-27 (PDF) PRESS RELEASE | 2024-27 SEC Announces Departure of William Birdthistle; Natasha Vij Greiner Named Director of the Division of Investment Management Washington D.C., Feb. 28, 2024 — The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that William Birdthistle, the Director of the Division of Investment Management, […]

SEC-PR-2024-85

SEC-PR-2024-85 (JUL. 12, 2024) Source: https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2024-85 Download: SEC-PR-2024-85 (PDF) PRESS RELEASE | 2024-85 Securities and Exchange Commission Awards More Than $37 Million to a Whistleblower Washington D.C., July 17, 2024 — The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced an award of more than $37 million to a whistleblower who provided information not previously known […]

SEC-PR-2024-84

SEC-PR-2024-84 (JUL. 12, 2024) Source: https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2024-84 Download: SEC-PR-2024-84 (PDF) PRESS RELEASE | 2024-84 SEC Small Business Advisory Committee to Explore Recent Changes to U.S. Small Business Administration’s Small Business Investment Company Program Washington D.C., July 12, 2024 — The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee today released the agenda for its meeting on Tuesday, […]

SEC-PR-2024-66

SEC-PR-2024-66 (MAY. 31, 2024) Source: https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2024-66 Download: SEC-PR-2024-66 (PDF) PRESS RELEASE | 2024-66 SEC Charges Robert Scott Murray and Trillium Capital with Fraudulent Scheme to Manipulate Getty Images Stock. Massachusetts resident liquidated his Getty Images stock holdings after sham offer to buy company drove up its stock price. Washington D.C., May 31, 2024 — […]

SEC-PR-2024-61

SEC-PR-2024-61 (MAY. 20, 2024) Source: https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2024-61 Download: SEC-PR-2024-61 (PDF) PRESS RELEASE | 2024-61 SEC Issues Exemptive Order Providing Additional Time for Certain Registrants to File Quarterly Reports in Light of BF Borgers Permanent Suspension Washington D.C., May 20, 2024 — The Securities and Exchange Commission today provided exemptive relief to certain registrants affected by […]

SEC-PR-2024-83

SEC-PR-2024-83 (JUL. 2, 2024) Source: https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2024-83 Download: SEC-PR-2024-83 (PDF) PRESS RELEASE | 2024-83 SEC Updates Website to Improve Compliance, Functionality, and User Experience Washington D.C., July 2, 2024 — The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced enhancements to its website to improve compliance with federal statutes and standards as well as the site’s functionality. […]