Program aims to close gaps involving crimes that aren't cases for SEC, CFTC
Information expanded an investigation, helped protect investors
Analyst was fired after claiming traders tried to influence research
The SEC sanctioned the firm for violating whistleblower protections
One individual and two sets of joint tipsters share rewards
Draft guidance forms part of larger effort to improve industry conduct
Whistleblower tips and rewards continue to climb
Regulator to pay between $1,000 and $500,000 for enforcement tips
Whistleblowers provided extensive ongoing cooperation, regulator said
Company sanctioned for employee agreements that waived rights to whistleblower awards