Securities
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SEC files action against individual for multimillion-dollar crypto-asset scheme
SEC alleges that Nathan Fuller told investors he would leverage proprietary AI bots to facilitate high-frequency arbitrage trading of crypto assets.
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CSA proposes stock buyback flexibility rules
The proposed rules would give Canadian issuers more room to repurchase shares privately.
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Dubai regulator consults on changing Islamic finance framework
New framework will align regulatory requirements with broader national objectives, including the UAE Strategy for Islamic Finance and Halal Industry as well as Dubai’s Economic Agenda (D33).
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ASIC roundup: Streamlined guidance for financial reporting and audit relief, finfluencer warning notices, and more
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission’s latest actions and news, April 22-May 1, 2026.
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Asia-Pacific in focus: April 2026 at a glance
Our April 2026 roundup from the financial regulation industries across the Asia-Pacific region.
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Use of crypto as derivatives collateral outlined in CFTC factsheet
Guidance keeps limits on uncleared swaps, applies haircuts, and requires FCMs to meet reporting and operational requirements under a no-action pathway.
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SEC and CFTC act ahead of Congress with joint crypto guidance
The guidance says most digital assets are not securities but stops short of creating a full market framework.
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SEC proposal offers clarity regarding Exchange Act Rule 15c2-11
The amendment would swap out the term “security” currently included in the rule and replace it with “equity security.”
