The rule make it unlawful to directly or indirectly:
- employ any device, scheme, or artifice to defraud; or
- obtain money or property by making untrue statements or omitting material facts in the offer or sale of securities; or
- engage in any practice that would operate as a fraud or deceit.
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SEC scrutinizes technology-driven disclosures
An SEC action against RYVYL, Inc, underscores how overstated claims about blockchain capabilities, coupled with omitted risk disclosures, can translate into antifraud liability even when wrapped in the language of innovation.
Vlada Gurvich2 min read
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Former pharma CEO agrees $30k settlement with SEC over fraud allegations
Anthony J Cataldo, who was accused of diverting millions in company funds, agreed to settle fraud allegations for a fraction of the amount regulators say he stole.
Kevin Kinsella2 min read
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Recent fraud cases reflect a more selective SEC approach
Two cases demonstrate a focus on clear antifraud violations supported by strong data trails and involving conduct with direct investor harm.
Vlada Gurvich3 min read
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SEC sues C-Hear and former CEO over $4.2m offering fraud
The SEC’s complaint alleges the company’s investors were misled about product testing and cybersecurity, and its CEO’s previous criminal history.
Alexander Barzacanos1 min read
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SEC says ADM executive engineered accounting to preserve a growth story
The SEC emphasized ADM’s cooperation in resolving the matter.
Vlada Gurvich5 min read
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'Be an investing badass!' Recent SEC cases citing fraud, disclosure issues
"The Cash Flow King" was ordered to pay disgorgement of $2,967,535 and prejudgment interest thereon of $340,396 to the SEC, which was deemed satisfied by the restitution ordered in the DOJ's parallel criminal case.
Julie DiMauro4 min read
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FINRA disciplinary action update 2025/44
Disciplinary decisions issued November 22 – 28, 2025.
Thomas Hyrkiel2 min read
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FINRA disciplinary action update 2025/43
Disciplinary decisions issued November 15 – 21, 2025.
Thomas Hyrkiel4 min read
