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Finance Risk Intelligence

SEC enforcement actions, CFPB violations, banking fraud, investment fraud, and financial misconduct across U.S. financial institutions.

64 signals tracked

38 high-risk alerts

Sources: SEC · CFPB · DOJ Financial

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SEC Charges 21 Individuals with Alleged Insider Trading Scheme — Millions in Illicit Profits

SECFinance

0May 7, 2026

SEC Charges 21 Individuals with Alleged Insider Trading Scheme — Millions in Illicit Profits

Nicolo Nourafchan and Robert YadgarovBoston, MA

The SEC charged 21 individuals, including Nicolo Nourafchan and Robert Yadgarov, for a decade-long insider trading scheme involving misappropriated information from law firms, r…

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CFPB Sues Comerica Bank for Systematically Failing Disabled and Older Americans — N/A

CFPBFinance

0May 3, 2026

CFPB Sues Comerica Bank for Systematically Failing Disabled and Older Americans — N/A

Comerica BankDallas, TX

On December 6, 2024, the CFPB filed a complaint against Comerica Bank for unfair practices violating the Consumer Financial Protection Act and the Electronic Fund Transfer Act.

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CFPB Sues JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo for Allowing Fraud to Fester on Zelle — Dismissed with Prejudice

CFPBFinance

0May 3, 2026

CFPB Sues JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo for Allowing Fraud to Fester on Zelle — Dismissed with Prejudice

Early Warning Services, LLC; Bank of America, N.A.; JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.; Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.Phoenix, AZ

The CFPB filed a lawsuit against Early Warning Services, LLC and major banks for violating consumer protection laws.

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CFPB Files Lawsuit to Stop Illegal Kickback Scheme to Steer Borrowers to Rocket Mortgage — Dismissed with Prejudice

CFPBFinance

0May 3, 2026

CFPB Files Lawsuit to Stop Illegal Kickback Scheme to Steer Borrowers to Rocket Mortgage — Dismissed with Prejudice

Rocket Homes Real Estate LLC, JMG Holding Partners LLC, Jason MitchellDetroit, MI

The CFPB filed a lawsuit against Rocket Homes and JMG Holding Partners for violating the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act.

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CFPB Sues Walmart and Branch Messenger for Illegally Opening Deposit Accounts for More Than One Million Delivery Drivers — Dismissed

CFPBFinance

0May 3, 2026

CFPB Sues Walmart and Branch Messenger for Illegally Opening Deposit Accounts for More Than One Million Delivery Drivers — Dismissed

Walmart Inc. and Branch Messenger, Inc.Minnesota

The CFPB filed a complaint against Walmart Inc.

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CFPB Sues Experian for Sham Investigations of Credit Report Errors — Pending Litigation

CFPBFinance

0May 3, 2026

CFPB Sues Experian for Sham Investigations of Credit Report Errors — Pending Litigation

Experian Information Solutions, Inc.Central District of California

On January 7, 2025, the CFPB filed a lawsuit against Experian for violating the Fair Credit Reporting Act by failing to properly investigate disputed information in credit files.

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SEC Announces Enforcement Results for Fiscal Year 2025 — $17.9 Billion in Monetary Relief

SECFinance

$17.9BApr 26, 2026

SEC Announces Enforcement Results for Fiscal Year 2025 — $17.9 Billion in Monetary Relief

Securities and Exchange CommissionWashington, D.C.

The SEC filed 456 enforcement actions in FY 2025, obtaining $17.9 billion in monetary relief, focusing on investor protection and fraud.

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CFPB Sues ACE Cash Express for Concealing No-Cost Repayment Plans — Undisclosed Amount

CFPBFinance

0Apr 16, 2026

CFPB Sues ACE Cash Express for Concealing No-Cost Repayment Plans — Undisclosed Amount

ACE Cash ExpressDallas, TX

The CFPB has filed a lawsuit against ACE Cash Express for failing to disclose no-cost repayment plans and for improperly withdrawing funds from consumers' accounts.

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CFPB Finalizes Rule to Supervise Digital Payment Apps — Enhanced Consumer Protection

CFPBFinance

0Apr 16, 2026

CFPB Finalizes Rule to Supervise Digital Payment Apps — Enhanced Consumer Protection

Consumer Financial Protection BureauWashington, D.C.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has finalized a rule to supervise large nonbank digital payment companies, ensuring compliance with federal laws to protect consu…

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CFPB Issues Report on Financial Risks in Video Gaming Marketplaces — Monitoring for Compliance

CFPBFinance

0Apr 16, 2026

CFPB Issues Report on Financial Risks in Video Gaming Marketplaces — Monitoring for Compliance

Consumer Financial Protection BureauWashington, DC

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued a report on financial transactions in online video games, highlighting consumer risks and scams.

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CFPB Orders Equifax to Pay $15 Million for Improper Investigations of Credit Reporting Errors

CFPBFinance

$15.0MApr 16, 2026

CFPB Orders Equifax to Pay $15 Million for Improper Investigations of Credit Reporting Errors

Equifax Inc.Washington, D.C.

The CFPB has ordered Equifax to pay a $15 million penalty for failing to properly investigate consumer disputes regarding credit reporting errors.

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CFPB Issues Advisory Opinion to Stop False Identification by Background Screeners — Illegal Practices Identified

CFPBFinance

0Apr 16, 2026

CFPB Issues Advisory Opinion to Stop False Identification by Background Screeners — Illegal Practices Identified

Washington, DC

The CFPB issued an advisory opinion stating that consumer reporting companies violate the law by using inadequate name-matching procedures, which can lead to wrongful disqualifi…

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SEC Obtains Fraud Judgment Against Former Executive of Healthcare Advertising Company — Pending Civil Penalty

SECFinance

$487.0MApr 16, 2026

SEC Obtains Fraud Judgment Against Former Executive of Healthcare Advertising Company — Pending Civil Penalty

Ashik DesaiPennsylvania

On February 6, 2020, the SEC obtained a partial consent judgment against Ashik Desai, a former executive of Outcome Health, for fraud involving nearly $487 million raised from i…

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SEC Obtains Judgment Against Former Chief Compliance Officer of Investment Adviser — $28,935

SECFinance

$29KApr 16, 2026

SEC Obtains Judgment Against Former Chief Compliance Officer of Investment Adviser — $28,935

The Nutmeg Group LLCChicago, IL

The SEC obtained a judgment against David Goulding, former Chief Compliance Officer of The Nutmeg Group LLC, for aiding and abetting fraud and misappropriating client assets, or…

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SEC Charges Michael Ackerman with Cryptocurrency Fraud — $33 million raised from investors

SECFinance

$33.0MApr 16, 2026

SEC Charges Michael Ackerman with Cryptocurrency Fraud — $33 million raised from investors

Michael W. AckermanNew York, NY

The SEC charged Michael W.

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SEC Settles Charges with Former CEO of Texas Oil-And-Gas Penny Stock Company — $55,965

SECFinance

$56KApr 16, 2026

SEC Settles Charges with Former CEO of Texas Oil-And-Gas Penny Stock Company — $55,965

Timothy W. CrawfordDallas, TX

The SEC settled charges against Timothy W.

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CFPB Sues Capital One for Cheating Consumers — $2 Billion in Interest Payments

CFPBFinance

$2.0BApr 15, 2026

CFPB Sues Capital One for Cheating Consumers — $2 Billion in Interest Payments

Capital One Financial CorporationMcLean, VA

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has filed a lawsuit against Capital One for allegedly cheating consumers out of more than $2 billion in interest payments on savi…

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CFPB Issues Warning Against False Claims in International Money Transfers — N/A

CFPBFinance

0Apr 15, 2026

CFPB Issues Warning Against False Claims in International Money Transfers — N/A

Washington, DC

The CFPB warns remittance transfer providers against false advertising regarding fees and transfer speeds, highlighting deceptive practices that violate federal law.

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CFPB Orders Federal Supervision of Google Payment Corp. — Transparency in Consumer Risk Assessment

CFPBFinance

0Apr 15, 2026

CFPB Orders Federal Supervision of Google Payment Corp. — Transparency in Consumer Risk Assessment

Google Payment Corp.Washington, D.C.

The CFPB has established supervisory authority over Google Payment Corp.

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CFPB Issues Enforcement Memorandum on FDIC Misrepresentation — Protecting Consumers from False Claims

CFPBFinance

0Apr 14, 2026

CFPB Issues Enforcement Memorandum on FDIC Misrepresentation — Protecting Consumers from False Claims

Washington, D.C.

The CFPB released an enforcement memorandum addressing deceptive practices regarding FDIC insurance claims.

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Discover Bank Ordered to Refund $200 Million and Pay $14 Million Penalty

CFPBFinance

$200.0MApr 14, 2026

Discover Bank Ordered to Refund $200 Million and Pay $14 Million Penalty

Discover BankWashington, D.C.

The FDIC and CFPB ordered Discover Bank to refund $200 million to over 3.5 million consumers and pay a $14 million penalty for deceptive telemarketing practices.

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CFPB Issues Advisory Opinion to Protect Mortgage Borrowers — Guidance on RESPA Violations

CFPBFinance

0Apr 14, 2026

CFPB Issues Advisory Opinion to Protect Mortgage Borrowers — Guidance on RESPA Violations

Consumer Financial Protection BureauWashington, D.C.

The CFPB issued an advisory opinion to protect consumers from illegal referral fees on digital mortgage comparison platforms.

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CFPB Orders Equifax and TransUnion to Pay Consumers for Deceptive Practices — $23.1 million total

CFPBFinance

$23.1MApr 14, 2026

CFPB Orders Equifax and TransUnion to Pay Consumers for Deceptive Practices — $23.1 million total

Equifax, Inc. and TransUnionChicago, IL and Atlanta, GA

The CFPB ordered Equifax and TransUnion to pay over $17.6 million in restitution and $5.5 million in penalties for deceiving consumers about credit scores and subscription servi…

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CFPB Charges TransUnion and Executive John Danaher with Violating Law Enforcement Order — Unknown Amount

CFPBFinance

0Apr 14, 2026

CFPB Charges TransUnion and Executive John Danaher with Violating Law Enforcement Order — Unknown Amount

TransUnion

The CFPB has charged TransUnion and senior executive John Danaher for violating a law enforcement order.

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FTC Reaches Settlement with Celsius Network — $4.7 billion judgment

FTCFinance

$4.7BApr 14, 2026

FTC Reaches Settlement with Celsius Network — $4.7 billion judgment

Celsius NetworkNew Jersey

The FTC settled with Celsius Network, permanently banning it from handling consumer assets and charging three former executives for deceiving consumers.

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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Settles Lawsuit Against Encore Capital Group — $15 million penalty

CFPBFinance

$15.0MApr 13, 2026

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Settles Lawsuit Against Encore Capital Group — $15 million penalty

Encore Capital Group, Inc.San Diego, CA

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau settles its lawsuit against Encore Capital Group and subsidiaries for violating consumer protection laws, requiring $79,308.81 in consum…

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CFPB Sues TransUnion for Violating Law Enforcement Order — $17 million settlement in 2017

CFPBFinance

$17.0MApr 13, 2026

CFPB Sues TransUnion for Violating Law Enforcement Order — $17 million settlement in 2017

TransUnionWashington, DC

The CFPB has filed a lawsuit against TransUnion and executive John T.

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CFPB Orders Bank of America to Pay $12 Million for Reporting False Mortgage Data

CFPBFinance

$12.0MApr 12, 2026

CFPB Orders Bank of America to Pay $12 Million for Reporting False Mortgage Data

Bank of AmericaWashington, DC

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has ordered Bank of America to pay $12 million for reporting false mortgage data.

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CFPB Opens Inquiry into Buy Now, Pay Later Credit — Information Orders Issued

CFPBFinance

0Apr 11, 2026

CFPB Opens Inquiry into Buy Now, Pay Later Credit — Information Orders Issued

/Washington, DC

The CFPB has issued orders to five BNPL companies, including Affirm and PayPal, to collect information on risks and benefits of these loans.

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CFPB Warns Credit Card Companies Against Deceptive Marketing Practices — No specific penalty amount stated

CFPBFinance

0Apr 11, 2026

CFPB Warns Credit Card Companies Against Deceptive Marketing Practices — No specific penalty amount stated

Consumer Financial Protection BureauWashington, DC

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) warns credit card companies about deceptive marketing of promotional interest-rate offers that can lead to surprise charges for c…

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