So-called “smart wallet” trading apps claim to generate returns of up to 20%
Other factors are social isolation and low financial literacy levels
Investors’ funds were diverted from mortgages secured by real estate
Victims of a day-trading scheme have until Dec. 6 to file a compensation claim
The police disrupted organized criminal groups using malware and other practices for identity theft
NASAA has launched 130 enforcement investigations so far this year
He also pleaded guilty to three counts of failing to comply with an ASC order
Investors were allegedly defrauded of almost $1 million
Woman received a permanent trading ban and was fined millions in 2017
Toronto police have arrested a man alleged to have defrauded investors of almost $1M