Industry News

Got fraud? financial scammers of the week

Want to know what not to do when running your business and serving your clients? Here's our roundup of this week's North American scamsters and scoundrels:

By Staff |June 1, 2012

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Unregistered rep faces 11 AMF charges, fine

The Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) has launched a penal proceeding against Sylvain Laroche, born August 6, 1961*, for illegal distributions and illegal practice as a securities dealer and derivatives adviser. He’s now facing 11 charges, and the AMF is seeking $432,000 in fines from him. Laroche allegedly convinced two investors to make investments in […]

By Staff |June 1, 2012

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SEC investigates major Florida Ponzi scheme

The SEC is currently investigating George Levin and Frank Preve, Fort Lauderdale residents, for their part in one of South Florida's largest-Ever Ponzi Schemes.

By Staff |June 1, 2012

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Fidelity adds veteran to Canadian Fixed Income

Catriona Martin, a 15-year Fidelity veteran, will join Fidelity Investments Canada's Canadian fixed income team.

By Staff |June 1, 2012

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