• The Woody Report

  • By: Tom Fox
  • Podcast

The Woody Report

By: Tom Fox
  • Summary

  • In this podcast, Washington & Lee, School of Law Professor Karen Woody and host Tom Fox discuss issues on white collar crime, compliance issues, international corruption, securities and accounting fraud, and internal corporate investigations. From current events to topical issues to academic research and thought leadership, Karen Woody helps lead the discussion of these issues on the new and exciting podcast.
    2022
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Episodes
  • The Solar Winds Dismissal
    Aug 16 2024
    Welcome to The Woody Report, where Washington and Lee, School of Law Associate Professor Karen Woody and host Tom Fox discuss issues on white collar crime, compliance issues, international corruption, securities and accounting fraud, and internal corporate investigations. From current events to topical issues to academic research and thought leadership, Karen Woody helps lead the discussion of these issues on the new and exciting podcast. In this episode, Tom, Karen and a few colleagues explore dismissal of the SEC Complaint against Solar Winds and its CISO. Karen delves into a significant SEC case involving SolarWinds, focusing on the company’s cybersecurity practices and the ensuing legal battle. The discussion covers the SEC’s allegations of securities fraud and misleading statements about cybersecurity, particularly surrounding the Orion software platform and the Sunburst cyber-attack. Woody emphasizes the internal controls provision, citing a judicial opinion that narrows its applicability to accounting controls. The conversation also highlights the lingering personal liability for SolarWinds’ CISO, Timothy Brown, and broader implications for the industry, including accountability and the need for clearer cybersecurity regulations. Key Highlights: Overview of SolarWinds and SEC Allegations: Internal Controls and Legal Implications Judge’s Ruling and Its Impact Broader Implications for enforcement for data breaches going forward Resources: Karen Woody on LinkedIn Karen Woody at Washington & Lee, School of Law Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn For more information on the Ethico ROI Calculator and a free White Paper on the ROI of Compliance, click here.
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    21 mins
  • The Panuwat Trial and Verdict
    Apr 26 2024
    Welcome to The Woody Report, where Washington & Lee School of Law Associate Professor Karen Woody and host Tom Fox discuss issues on white-collar crime, compliance issues, international corruption, securities and accounting fraud, and internal corporate investigations. From current events to topical issues to academic research and thought leadership, Karen Woody helps lead the discussion of these issues on the new and exciting podcast. In this episode, Tom and Karen explore Matthew Panuwat’s trial and verdict over claims of Shadow Insider Trading. The intriguing case of insider trading involving Matthew Panuwat at Medivation and Insight is a stark reminder of the intricate nature of insider trading laws, emphasizing the challenging task of distinguishing between legal and illegal trading practices and defining material non-public information. The case highlights the need for precise, stringent controls to prevent such infractions, highlighting the critical role of insider trading policies. While there may be difficulty in determining the materiality and non-public nature of information in insider trading cases, such an approach must now be utilized. Karen Woody underscores the necessity for tighter controls and clearer policies surrounding insider trading. She sheds light on the importance of considering factors such as peer companies and economic links when determining insider trading liability. Moreover, she accentuates the significance of jury instructions alongside the nuances in defining fiduciary duty and materiality in insider trading cases. She acknowledges the intricacies of insider trading and the challenges in ensuring a level playing field in the financial markets. Key Highlights: Materiality Dispute in Panuwat Insider Trading Proactive Monitoring for Insider Trading Compliance Professional Ethics in Insider Trading Scenarios Unfair Advantage Through Confidential Information Trading Resources: Karen Woody on LinkedIn Karen Woody at Washington & Lee, School of Law Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    19 mins
  • Shadow Insider Trading, The Panuwat Case
    Mar 1 2024
    Welcome to The Woody Report, where, Washington & Lee, School of Law Associate Professor Karen Woody and host Tom Fox discuss issues on white collar crime, compliance issues, international corruption, securities and accounting fraud, and internal corporate investigations. From current events to topical issues to academic research and thought leadership, Karen Woody helps lead the discussion of these issues on the new and exciting podcast. In this episode, Tom and Karen explore the upcoming trial of Matthew Panuwat over claims of Shadow Insider Trading. The shadow insider trading case involving Matthew Panuwat is a groundbreaking trial that could redefine the boundaries of insider trading. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is prosecuting Panuwat for allegedly making around $107,000 by trading in Insight, a company similar to his own, Medivation, based on non-public information about Medivation. This case emphasizes the importance of maintaining confidentiality and integrity in the workplace and could impact insider trading liability by addressing shadow trading and its implications for securities laws. Tom views this case as a significant and novel one brought by the SEC, highlighting the concept of shadow trading, where companies are economically linked in such a way that trading on one company’s information can be considered insider trading in another. On the other hand, Karen Woody aligns with the SEC’s argument that Panuwat’s actions were not right, emphasizing the importance of following insider trading laws and regulations. Check out this most fascinating case. Key Highlights: Insightful Shadow Trading in Panuwat Trial Redefining Insider Trading through Shadow Trading Practices Expanding Industry-Wide Prohibition on Insider Trading Resources: Karen Woody on LinkedIn Karen Woody at Washington & Lee, School of Law Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn For more information on the Ethico ROI Calculator and a free White Paper on the ROI of Compliance, click here.
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    15 mins

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