STATEMENT: The CFTC Whistleblower Program Remains Funded, But Structural Issues Need to Be Addressed
“Our efforts continue to reach a bipartisan long-term solution to fix the structural issues in the CFTC Whistleblower Program."
Reading the Winds: The SEC’s Cybersecurity Program After SolarWinds
The SolarWinds decision has wide implications for the SEC’s cybersecurity program going forward, with lessons playing out.
More Resources Are Needed in the Fight on Fraud
We are only recovering a fraction of the billions of dollars being lost to fraud. Whistleblowers are stepping up if the government has the resources to run with their cases.
CFTC Whistleblowers: An Underfunded Program For an Underfunded Agency
The CFTC deserves a long-term solution that will adequately support the awards program and thus incentivize whistleblowers.
Based on Past, DOJ’s New Whistleblower Program Could Yield Big Recoveries for Taxpayers
The DOJ recently launched a new Whistleblower Award Program, and we take a look to see what it could recover with robust whistleblower participation.
Troublesome Trends in Crypto Crime
As of 2023, crypto fraud is the riskiest scam, with the second-highest median dollar loss for consumers in the United States.
Fraud is Taxable, Too!
The IRS could collect another $76.86 billion in unpaid taxes and the IRS Whistleblower Program can help fill the gap.
The “Why” of SEC Whistleblower Awards: Analyzing the Rationale for Denials and Award Amounts in the SEC Whistleblower Program in 2024
In just 8 months, the SEC Whistleblower Program has given out 46 awards, so we take a look at some of the common themes.
The Impact of Cyber Risks on U.S. Markets and Investors
Cyber-attacks and data breaches can wreak havoc on companies and investors alike including financial, legal, operational, and reputational damage.
Department of Justice Criminal Division Launches Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program
Additional efforts to fight corporate fraud and recover stolen assets should be welcomed and praised. And DOJ said they are open to working with stakeholders on improvements.
