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  • TDCI Securities Division Issues Investor Advisory Alert Regarding Self-Directed IRAs and The Risk of Fraud

    Wednesday, March 01, 2023 | 12:08pm

    NASHVILLE – As part of its ongoing effort to raise investor awareness, the Tennessee Securities Division has issued an investor advisory alert regarding self-directed IRAs, an IRA held by a custodian that allows investment in a broader set of assets than most IRA custodians permit. The advisory explains in more detail what a self-directed IRA is, the associated risks of fraud and how consumers can avoid becoming victims to a scam.

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  • Don’t Fall in Love with a Scammer this Valentine’s Day

    Tuesday, February 14, 2023 | 10:27am

    NASHVILLE – Millions of people use online dating apps and dream of meeting that perfect someone. Unfortunately, scammers are also looking to use these same apps to defraud unwary investors. This Valentine’s Day, it’s important to keep in mind that romance scams are on the rise. Take steps to help ensure your dream does not become a nightmare by falling for a romance scam.

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  • Tennessee Joins Multiple States in Settlement Regarding Unregistered Offers and Sales of Digital Asset Investments

    Monday, January 30, 2023 | 03:01pm

    NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s (“TDCI”) Division of Securities announces its participation in a multistate financial settlement with Nexo Capital, Inc. (“Nexo”) regarding unregistered offers and sales of securities to Tennessee investors.

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  • TDCI Joins Movement to Shine a Spotlight on Fraud

    Thursday, November 03, 2022 | 03:37pm

    Nashville, Tenn. – Fraud costs organizations worldwide an estimated 5 percent of their annual revenues, according to a study conducted by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). Occupational Fraud 2022: A Report to the Nations analyzed 2,110 occupational fraud cases that caused a total loss of more than $3.6 billion.

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  • TDCI Joins NASAA in Cautioning Investors About Investment Scams in the Metaverse

    Wednesday, October 05, 2022 | 02:18pm

    NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s (“TDCI”) Division of Securities is joining the North American Securities Administrators Association (“NASAA”) to share an Informed Investor Advisory cautioning investors to protect themselves from investment scams and frauds offered in the unregulated metaverse, the online virtual “world” that provides users with immersive experiences through virtual or augmented reality technologies.

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  • TDCI’s Securities Division Reminds Consumers to Use Caution when Taking Advice from “Finfluencers”

    Tuesday, September 27, 2022 | 10:43am

    NASHVILLE -- The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s (“TDCI”) Division of Securities is joining the North American Securities Administrators Association (“NASAA”) to recommend that investors use caution when considering advice from social media financial influencers, or “finfluencers.”

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  • TDCI Shares Financial Planning Tips Ahead of National Financial Awareness Day on Aug. 14

    Tuesday, August 09, 2022 | 02:45pm

    NASHVILLE — Ahead of National Financial Awareness Day on Sunday, August 14, 2022, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s (“TDCI”) Division of Securities reminds Tennesseans of the importance of financial planning to help build a stronger financial future for themselves and their families.

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  • TDCI Raises Awareness of Need for Families and Caregivers to Protect Seniors on Elder Abuse Awareness Day (June 15, 2022)

    Thursday, June 09, 2022 | 11:30am

    NASHVILLE – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has declared Wednesday, June 15, 2022, as Elder Abuse Awareness Day in Tennessee.

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  • TDCI’s Securities Division Sponsors Military Saves Month During April

    Tuesday, April 12, 2022 | 11:00am

    NASHVILLE – As part of Military Saves Month 2022 (April 1 – 30), the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s (TDCI) Securities Division is spreading the message of saving successfully by encouraging members of Tennessee’s military community to save money, reduce debt, and build wealth.

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  • TDCI Investigator Earns Profile in National Consumer Protection Publication

    Wednesday, March 30, 2022 | 03:37pm

    NASHVILLE – The consumer protection work of the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s (TDCI) Securities Division is earning national attention courtesy of a recent profile of TDCI Financial Services Investigator Monica Meeks in Fraud Magazine, a publication of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.

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  • TDCI Warns Consumers About Increased Cyber Risk and Investment Threats Related to Ukraine Conflict

    Friday, March 25, 2022 | 09:32am

    NASHVILLE – During this time of troubling international conflict, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s (TDCI) Securities Division cautions investors and securities firms to be vigilant of increased threats from cyberattacks and potential investment scams.

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  • TDCI’s Securities Division Issues Investor Advisor Alert Regarding Decentralized Finance

    Wednesday, March 02, 2022 | 10:03am

    NASHVILLE – As part of its ongoing effort to raise investor awareness, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s (TDCI) Securities Division has issued an investor advisory alert regarding Decentralized Finance (DeFi), a relatively new blockchain-based set of financial services gaining popularity and acceptance. The advisory explains what DeFi is, the technology behind it, how DeFi lending works, as well as potential risks for investors and how consumers can avoid becoming a scam victim.

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  • Join TDCI’s Securities Division For “Principles of Personal Financial Literacy” Livestream Event

    Wednesday, February 23, 2022 | 09:27am

    NASHVILLE —The Securities Division of the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) is partnering with the Investor Protection Trust and PBS Books to produce “Principles of Personal Financial Literacy” virtual event to livestream on TDCI’s Facebook page, on Friday, February 25, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. CT/1:00 p.m. ET.

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  • TDCI’s Securities Division Raises Awareness of the Importance of Financial Resilience as Presenting Sponsor of “America Saves Week” 2022

    Friday, February 18, 2022 | 01:15pm

    NASHVILLE — The Securities Division of the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) is proud to announce its work as a presenting sponsor of America Saves Week (February 21-25, 2022), an annual national campaign that encourages individuals and families to check-in on their finances by highlighting several key areas that contribute to financial stability such as saving automatically, preparing for unexpected expenses, retirement, and reducing debt.

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  • Governor Lee’s Budget Proposal Continues Historic Support for Tennessee Law Enforcement and Fire Service

    Thursday, February 03, 2022 | 08:30am

    NASHVILLE – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee made historic proposals in his 2022-23 budget that will further improve Tennessee’s standing as a national leader for law enforcement, firefighter training, and consumer protection.

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