The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has awarded more than $37 million to an anonymous whistleblower for providing critical information that significantly contributed to a successful enforcement action. This substantial reward underscores the importance of the SEC's whistleblower program, which incentivizes individuals to report misconduct. Legal experts, including attorneys from Zuckerman Law, Scott Silver, and David Chase, have praised such rewards programs, arguing that offering cash incentives helps improve internal compliance. The award has sparked discussions about the potential for high payouts in cases involving prominent companies like Tesla.