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FinCEN’s April 1, 2026 NPRM (Notice Of Proposed Rulemaking): Treasury Whistleblower Rules Under The Bank Secrecy Act And The Future Of AML Enforcement
On April 1, 2026, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) to establish a formal whistleblower program under the Bank Secrecy Act (“BSA”). While much of the discussion has focused on what the proposed rule will do, the more fundamental question is why such a rule became necessary.
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Friling Law
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Incentives for Whistleblowers Remain, Even When the Government Declines a Case
A recent Ninth Circuit decision highlights how private whistleblowers can drive significant False Claims Act litigation and settlements even when the federal government declines to intervene or actively seeks dismissal. The case examines the boundaries of attorney fee enhancements in FCA cases, particularly when counsel achieves unprecedented results without government support.
United States Litigation
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Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP
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UK Whistleblowing Updates
With the Employment Rights Act 2025 increasing whistleblowing protections for those raising concerns about sexual harassment, and with new FCA rules and guidance coming into force relating to non-financial misconduct more broadly, firms must ensure that they have appropriate policies and procedures in place to reflect the new requirements and should prepare to respond to whistleblowing complaints accordingly.
United States Employment
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Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
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