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SEC Updates Ethics Rules Governing Securities Trading by Agency Personnel

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - February 22, 2024) - The Securities and Exchange Commission today adopted amendments to its ethics rules to strengthen and modernize its ethics compliance program.

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  • Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - February 22, 2024) - The Securities and Exchange Commission today adopted amendments to its ethics rules to strengthen and modernize its ethics compliance program.
  • The amendments update the SEC’s existing, robust ethics requirements that govern the securities holdings and transactions of all agency employees, their spouses, and minor children.
  • “I was pleased to support today’s adoption of rules to strengthen the SEC’s ethics requirements,” said SEC Chair Gary Gensler.
  • The amendments update the SEC’s Supplemental Ethics Rules, 5 CFR Part 4401.102, Supplemental Standards of Conduct for Members and Employees Securities and Exchange Commission.

Impact of the In-Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) on the Conduct of Clinical Trials in the EU and CRO Outsourcing - 2024 Report - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

The "Impact of the InVitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) on the Conduct of Clinical Trials in the EU and CRO Outsourcing - 2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Impact of the InVitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) on the Conduct of Clinical Trials in the EU and CRO Outsourcing - 2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) tests are critical to clinical trial operations, serving to help select patients in clinical trials, provide accurate efficacy results, monitor patient response, and more.
  • As a result, current and pending drug clinical trials utilizing IVD tests now must also adhere to the IVDR.
  • However, this process is currently complex and uncoordinated, resulting in delays in clinical trials and patients waiting longer to participate in clinical trials, or even not participating at all.

AECOM named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the eighth year

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Monday, March 4, 2024

AECOM (NYSE: ACM), the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, announced today that it has been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies.

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  • AECOM (NYSE: ACM), the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, announced today that it has been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies.
  • This marks the eighth year AECOM has received this recognition, which honors the Company’s commitment to prioritizing ethics and integrity.
  • A global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, Ethisphere has recognized 136 honorees spanning 20 countries and 44 industries on its 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies list.
  • Congratulations to AECOM for achieving this honor and demonstrating that strong ethics is good business.”
    AECOM upholds a robust Ethics & Compliance program.

Ecolab Named One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for 18th Consecutive Year

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Ecolab has earned the title for 18 consecutive years since Ethisphere’s inaugural award in 2007.

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  • Ecolab has earned the title for 18 consecutive years since Ethisphere’s inaugural award in 2007.
  • “At Ecolab, we consider ethical business practices to be a cornerstone of what it means to be a responsible and profitable company,” said Christophe Beck, Chairman and CEO, Ecolab.
  • In determining its list of the World’s Most Ethical Companies, Ethisphere conducts qualitative and quantitative assessments of companies across five categories.
  • To access the complete list of Ethisphere’s 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies, visit: worldsmostethicalcompanies.com/honorees .

Decision Notice - CIRO Hearing Panel issues Reasons for Decision on Penalty for Adib Khaldi (also known as "Deebo")

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Adib Khaldi is also required to pay costs in the amount of $10,000.

Key Points: 
  • Adib Khaldi is also required to pay costs in the amount of $10,000.
  • The decision on Liability can be found at:
    During the period described in the Notice of Hearing, Adib Khaldi conducted business in the Dartmouth, Nova Scotia area.
  • Information on how to make dealer, advisor or marketplace-related complaints is available by calling 1-877-442-4322.
  • CIRO is committed to the protection of investors, providing efficient and consistent regulation, and building Canadians' trust in financial regulation and the people managing their investments.

Leidos Named to World's Most Ethical Companies® List for Seventh Consecutive Year

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Monday, March 4, 2024

"At Leidos, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity in everything we do," said Tom Bell, Leidos Chief Executive Officer.

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  • "At Leidos, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity in everything we do," said Tom Bell, Leidos Chief Executive Officer.
  • Our seventh consecutive World's Most Ethical Companies recognition speaks to the dedication of our employees – who understand the criticality of ethical behaviors and business practices – and apply it to their work here every single day."
  • Leidos is one of 136 companies around the world designated as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies in 2024.
  • Congratulations to Leidos for being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the seventh year in a row."

Sony Honored as One of "2024 World's Most Ethical Companies®" for the Sixth Time

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Monday, March 4, 2024

These companies were evaluated across five categories: Ethics and Compliance Program, Corporate Governance, Culture of Ethics, Environmental and Social Impact, and Third Party Management.

Key Points: 
  • These companies were evaluated across five categories: Ethics and Compliance Program, Corporate Governance, Culture of Ethics, Environmental and Social Impact, and Third Party Management.
  • The Institute reviewed each company's ethical operations, focusing on areas such as exceptional leadership and a commitment to business integrity through best-in-class ethics, compliance, and governance practices.
  • Ethisphere CEO, Erica Salmon Byrne commented, "It's always inspiring to recognize the World's Most Ethical Companies.
  • Congratulations to Sony for achieving this honor and demonstrating that strong ethics is good business."

Decision Notice - CIRO Sanctions Adib Khaldi (also known as "Deebo")

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Adib Khaldi is also required to pay costs in the amount of $10,000.

Key Points: 
  • Adib Khaldi is also required to pay costs in the amount of $10,000.
  • The decision on Liability can be found at:
    During the period described in the Notice of Hearing, Adib Khaldi conducted business in the Dartmouth, Nova Scotia area.
  • It can bring disciplinary proceedings which may result in sanctions including fines, suspensions, permanent bars, expulsion from membership, or termination of rights and privileges for individuals and firms.
  • CIRO is committed to the protection of investors, providing efficient and consistent regulation, and building Canadians' trust in financial regulation and the people managing their investments.

Government of Canada introduces legislation to combat harmful content online, including the sexual exploitation of children

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Monday, February 26, 2024

The Bill would create stronger online protection for children and better safeguard everyone in Canada from online hate and other types of harmful content.

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  • The Bill would create stronger online protection for children and better safeguard everyone in Canada from online hate and other types of harmful content.
  • Government of Canada introduces legislation to combat harmful content online, including the sexual exploitation of children.
  • The Bill would create stronger online protections for children and better safeguard everyone in Canada from online hate and other types of harmful content.
  • They could also include design features to limit children's exposure to harmful content, including explicit adult content, cyberbullying content and content that incites self-harm.

Cornerstone Relocation Group Publishes 2023 Sustainability Report

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cornerstone Relocation Group (Cornerstone), a leading global workforce relocation company, published its inaugural Sustainability Report, outlining its commitment to the shared global community and future vision for its sustainability efforts. 

Key Points: 
  • BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cornerstone Relocation Group (Cornerstone), a leading global workforce relocation company, published its inaugural Sustainability Report, outlining its commitment to the shared global community and future vision for its sustainability efforts.
  • "Cornerstone is proud to present our 2023 Sustainability Report, affirming our commitment to the principles of social responsibility and outlining our goals for future development of our program," said Janelle Piatkowski, President & CEO.
  • "Our 2023 Sustainability Report highlights many of the positive ways we are impacting the communities where we live and work," added Cathy Ronayne, Vice President, Information Management and Executive Sponsor, Sustainability Committee.
  • To read the full report, Cornerstone's 2023 Sustainability Report is available for download here .