The SEC awarded more than $2.1 million to a whistleblower who provided information that resulted in "multiple successful enforcement actions."

The former insider was credited for providing the initial tips as well as support during the ensuing investigation. In issuing the award, however, the SEC took into account what it called an "unreasonabl[e]" delay by the whistleblower before reporting the misconduct.

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