We live in a society where information circulates freely and widely, with a wealth of channels for dissemination, and where information influences each individual’s daily life.

In securities markets, where the exchange of information is constant and has significant volatility and potential to impact, regulation is important so that all market participants can access essential information at the same time and in the same manner.

But what information may you share? What secrets must you keep to avoid committing a crime? What responsibilities do you have?

In this article Sara Vieira Rodrigues, explains the issues regarding the crime of insider trading.