The rule also prohibits the use of any simulated or hypothetical performance that is unaccompanied by a required statement:
“These results are based on simulated or hypothetical performance results that have certain inherent limitations. Unlike the results shown in an actual performance record, these results do not represent actual trading. Also, because these trades have not actually been executed, these results may have under-or over-compensated for the impact, if any, of certain market factors, such as lack of liquidity. Simulated or hypothetical trading programs in general are also subject to the fact that they are designed with the benefit of hindsight. No representation is being made that any account will or is likely to achieve profits or losses similar to these being shown.”
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CFTC issues new enforcement cooperation policy
The advisory gives market participants even more opportunity for full enforcement declinations.
Alexander Barzacanos1 min read
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SEC ends gag rule
For more than 50 years, the rule prohibited settling defendants from publicly denying the SEC’s claims.
Alexander Barzacanos2 min read
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GRIP Extra: OSC sets examination priorities, SEC reviews FINRA short-selling proposal
Our in-brief roundup of notable stories from the last week.
GRIP3 min read
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FINRA Annual 2026: Talking AI and prediction markets
Speakers tackled emerging developments in crypto, AI, prediction markets and other critical regulatory topics shaping financial services entities.
Julie DiMauro3 min read
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FINTRAC confirms details of tougher AML regime
Under the new rules, FINTRAC may impose much higher maximum penalties and make greater use of formal tools to force firms to fix compliance problems.
Alexander Barzacanos2 min read
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GRIP Extra: CFTC replaces outdated swap benchmarks, ESMA moves to simplify EU reporting
Our in-brief roundup of notable stories from the last week.
GRIP3 min read
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Compromise on stablecoin yields gives CLARITY Act a boost
The compromise would allow transaction-based incentives similar to credit card rewards.
Alexander Barzacanos1 min read
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GRIP Extra: OCC blocks Illinois interchange fee ban, CFPB cuts small business lending rule
Our in-brief roundup of notable stories from the last week.
GRIP2 min read
