The SEC has now paid almost US$400 million to whistleblowers
Whistleblowers "crucial" in protecting retail investors
The whistleblower reported misconduct to another agency and was still rewarded
Three victims of fraud notified SEC of scheme targeting retail investors
The increases came in spite of the U.S. federal government shutdown
A sports auction site allegedly required investors to sign an agreement stating they would not report violations to the SEC
Latest tip leads to a US$7 million reward
A tipster was awarded US$1.8 million for reporting misconduct committed overseas
Trade group also calls for action on tax reform and money laundering
The duo provided "significant information" that led to an investigation