Compliance

Multifactor Authentication

The Recent SEC Twitter Hack Shows Why Multifactor Authentication is Essential

The Recent SEC Twitter Hack Shows Why Multifactor Authentication is Essential Photo by Ed Hardie on Unsplash The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) suffered an embarrassing hack this week when their Twitter account was compromised. The hacker posted a fake message claiming that the agency had approved spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), causing bitcoin [...]

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Effective Risk Management

Effective Risk Management As the owner of Hotman Group, Cheri Hotman emphasizes the importance of keeping your business and client information safe. Cheri discusses the need for small businesses to be good stewards and protect what they have built. She highlights the significance of aligning regulatory practices with client needs rather than just following mandatory

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deepfake dangers

The Dangers of Deepfakes, Voice Theft, and Family Emergency Scams

The Dangers of Deepfakes, Voice Theft, and Family Emergency Scams Photo by Steve Johnson on Unsplash In recent years, deepfake technology has advanced rapidly, enabling the creation of highly convincing fake audio and video content. This progress introduces concerning new opportunities for scammers and criminals, particularly in the realm of voice theft and identity fraud.

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Beneficial Ownership

Beneficial Ownership Meaning and Regulatory Requirements

What is Beneficial Ownership? If you own a property, a bank account, or a share of a company, you might think that your name is on the official records as the owner. But in some cases, you might be the beneficial owner, meaning that you enjoy the benefits of ownership even though the title is

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