options trading

Robinhood to Pay $70M to Settle FINRA Probe
Risk & Compliance

Robinhood to Pay $70M to Settle FINRA Probe

"The fine imposed in this matter, the highest ever levied by FINRA, reflects the scope and seriousness of Robinhood’s violations."
By Matthew Heller | June 30, 2021
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Britain’s IG to Buy Online Broker Tastytrade for $1B
M&A

Britain’s IG to Buy Online Broker Tastytrade for $1B

“This acquisition will see us further diversify into the exciting high growth market of U.S. retail options and futures," IG's CEO says.
By Matthew Heller | January 21, 2021
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Ex-SEC Employee Accused of Improper Trading
Risk & Compliance

Ex-SEC Employee Accused of Improper Trading

David Humphrey allegedly used an SEC computer to make prohibited trades in options that generated more than $51,000 in illicit profits.
By Matthew Heller | May 10, 2017
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Pakistani Accused of Manipulating Tech Stock
Technology

Pakistani Accused of Manipulating Tech Stock

The SEC says Nauman Aly made a $450,000 profit by submitting a bogus takeover offer for Integrated Device Technology.
By Matthew Heller | May 25, 2016
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For $100M in Option Trades, Timing Was Everything
Risk Management

For $100M in Option Trades, Timing Was Everything

In a split second on Monday, one of the largest trades ever in options tied to the CBOE volatility index took place.
By Matthew Heller | May 12, 2015
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