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SEC Enforcement Director Margaret Ryan Resigns; Sam Waldon Named Acting Director

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that Margaret A. Ryan has resigned as Director of the Division of Enforcement. Principal Deputy Director Sam Waldon has been named Acting Director, effective March 16, 2026. The SEC noted progress in reprioritizing enforcement cases towards fraud and investor harm.

SFC Enforcement News Website Update

The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong has updated its website by adding new enforcement news publications. These updates provide access to recent enforcement actions and related information.

FCA Consultation on Modernising the Redress System

The FCA and Financial Ombudsman Service are seeking views on proposals to modernise the financial services redress framework. This consultation aims to provide greater certainty for firms and better serve consumers, with a comment deadline of May 11, 2026.

CONSOB Consultation on Issuer and Market Regulations

CONSOB has launched a market consultation on proposed amendments to regulations concerning issuers, markets, and related parties. Key changes include raising the internal dealing communication threshold and simplifying prospectus and offering procedures to reduce burdens while protecting investors. The consultation period ends on April 7, 2026.

FMC Meeting on Ocean Shipping Reform Act

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) issued a reminder regarding a meeting scheduled for September 21, 2022, to discuss the Ocean Shipping Reform Act. The notice was posted on May 10, 2024.

FMC Commission Meeting Announcement

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) announced a public commission meeting scheduled for January 25, 2023. The meeting was streamed live on YouTube, allowing public access to the proceedings.

ASIC Warns Gen Z on Social Media Financial Advice Risks

ASIC has issued a warning to young Australians (Gen Z) about the risks of relying on social media and AI for financial advice. New research indicates a significant portion of Gen Z trusts these sources, leading to riskier financial decisions, particularly concerning cryptocurrency investments.

Macquarie Securities Fined $35 Million for Short Sale Misreporting

The Supreme Court of New South Wales has ordered Macquarie Securities (Australia) Limited (MSAL) to pay a $35 million penalty for systemic failures in reporting tens of millions of short sales over more than a decade. The court also found MSAL engaged in misleading conduct related to the misreporting.

IPEC Final Rule on Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act

The Office of the Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC) has issued its final rule implementing the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act. This rule details how to submit FOIA requests to IPEC, how IPEC processes them, and outlines IPEC's Privacy Act policies and procedures for accessing and amending records.

IPEC Correction to FOIA Privacy Act Rule

The Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC) has issued a correction to a previously published rule concerning FOIA and Privacy Act provisions. This correction amends specific text related to the issuance and chapter heading within title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations.