3 Bank Employees Arrested in U.K. Insider-Trading Case

3 Bank Employees Arrested in U.K. Insider-Trading Case

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The video discusses the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) ongoing efforts to combat insider trading in the UK. It highlights the FCA's growing track record of prosecutions, including notable cases like Operation Taboola. The video also explores the duration of investigations and compares the UK's approach to that of the US, noting the collaboration with the National Crime Agency for covert surveillance.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the Financial Conduct Authority's recent actions indicate about their stance on insider trading?

They are unsure about their approach.

They are focusing on other issues.

They are relaxing their efforts.

They are maintaining a strong stance.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the FCA's approach to prosecuting insider trading changed since 2008?

They have not changed their approach.

They have stopped prosecuting insider trading.

They have shifted from criminal to civil prosecutions.

They have shifted from civil to criminal prosecutions.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant outcome of Operation Taboola?

No convictions were made.

Several individuals were convicted.

The FCA decided to drop the case.

The case is still ongoing.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the UK's experience in handling insider trading cases compare to the US?

Neither has experience in this area.

The UK has more experience.

The US has more experience.

Both have the same level of experience.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What new strategy has the FCA employed in collaboration with the NCA?

They have started using covert surveillance.

They have increased public awareness campaigns.

They have reduced the number of investigations.

They have stopped using covert surveillance.