How Business-Based Standards Can Support Human Rights
When promulgating human rights rules for businesses, specific is better.
Stress Tests and the End of Bank Supervision
New federal authority surrounding stress tests means banking supervisors take a back seat to regulators.
Finding a Schedule that Works for Hourly Employees
New York bill would regulate the way some employers manage work schedules.
New Regulation Could Actually Reduce Access to Investment Advice
Study highlights the potential value of professional investment advice—and the cost of curbing access to it.
Do Entry Regulations Promote Income Inequality?
Think-tank study finds correlation between income disparity and regulations affecting new businesses.
Improving the Tax Whistleblower Program
GAO report recommends a faster claims process and protection against employer retaliation.
Hoverboard Regulations Attempt to Balance Safety and Fun
Philadelphia City Council considers hoverboard restrictions for young users.
Implementing the Volcker Rule’s Backstop Provisions
Lawyers propose strategies for regulators in implementing often-overlooked Volcker Rule provisions.
How Money Transmitter Regulations are Changing with the Market
Bond expert analyzes impact of recent developments in state money transmitter regulation.
Basel Committee Consults on New Risk-Management Strategy
International banking supervisor may add step-in risk mitigation to its global agenda.
Philadelphia Cracks Down on Uber
Philadelphia’s parking authority takes action to rein in Uber’s alleged violations of the city’s regulations.