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1.  How large is the DDDirectory database?

The DDD contains the names of over 210,000 individuals and entities (as of December 1, 2007) which have been the subject of regulatory or disciplinary actions. Hundreds (and sometimes thousands) of new names are added each week.

2.  How often is the DDDirectory updated?

The DDD is updated on a weekly basis. As soon as new sanctions are issued, or older sanctions are made available by regulators, they are added to the pages on the DDD.

3.  How many regulatory authorities are monitored??

The DDD monitors the enforcement activity of securities, banking and insurance regulators worldwide. In addition, the DDD includes the disciplinary activity of professional bodies in the legal and accounting fields. In total, the DDD monitors more than 1,000 regulatory and professional bodies.

4.  What type of lists are included in the DDDirectory?

In addition to the press releases, disciplinary orders, enforcement actions and administrative decisions issued by most regulators, the DDD includes specific lists such as the following:

Investment Industry Ban Lists

Corporate Director/Officer Ban Lists

Banned From Business Lists

Terrorism and National Security Lists      

Professional Sanction Lists

Investor Warning Lists

Unlicensed Activity Lists

Financial Scam Lists

5.  What jurisdictions are covered by the DDDirectory?

The DDD covers all countries and jurisdictions throughout the world. Without limiting the foregoing, the DDD covers all American states and Canadian provinces, all financial services centers in Central America and the Caribbean, and most South American, African, Asian, Oceanic and European countries. For a complete list of jurisdictions covered, click here.

6.  Who should purchase a copy of the DDDirectory?

The DDD is an essential research tool for compliance officers, financial analysts, forensic accountants, fraud and private investigators, auditors, legal counsel, investment advisors, financial planners, CEOs, CFOs, financial regulators, and law enforcement officials.

7.  How long has OFC Publications Inc. been in business and how long has the DDDirectory been published?

OFC Publications Inc. began business in April 1996 with the publication of two financial and investment magazines; Offshore Finance Canada and Offshore Finance USA. Over the past eight years, OFC has also published newsletters and directories. The DDD was released in February 2004 and is the latest addition to our product line.

8.  Who carries out work on the DDDirectory?

Work on the DDD is carried out by a team of researchers under the direction of Brian J. Stammer, B.Comm, LL.B.

Mr. Stammer draws on 13 years of professional experience including five years of legal practice in corporate and commercial law, and eight years of publishing as editor and publisher of numerous business, financial and investment publications.

9.  Is there a print version of the DDDirectory?

No. The DDD is an online publication, the pages of which are modified on a weekly basis with the insertion of new sanctions.