Others warn that Sunburst's requirements can be avoided by such archaic practices as talking in person or by phone rather than by e-mail.

ECONOMIST: Government transparency

Michael Mann, former director of international affairs for the SEC, said that while the decision pushes disclosure requirements into new areas, it appears broadly consistent with past practices.

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As banks in Europe and America scrabble to meet stricter capital requirements, made necessary by the failures of their own exotic lending practices, Mexico is offering some a lifeline.

ECONOMIST: Mexican banks