The man allegedly failed to disclose that he was being paid to promote the company
Dissenting commissioner says it's "absurd that the commission is excusing billionaires from the notice-filing requirement"
SEC also enjoyed a record level of co-operation in its enforcement efforts
Three victims of fraud notified SEC of scheme targeting retail investors
Firm and its founders ordered to pay US$6.9 million
The increases came in spite of the U.S. federal government shutdown
Proposals include stricter rules about proxy solicitation and shareholder proposals
SEC also extends soft-dollar relief related to MiFID II
A sports auction site allegedly required investors to sign an agreement stating they would not report violations to the SEC
Proxy advisory firm claims guidance is "arbitrary and capricious"