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01 May

Announcing the Launch of The AACI Dispatch — A New Voice for Strategic Integrity

Posted by The AACI Accountability, Leadership, Opinions, Press Release, The AACI's View, Transparency

April 25, 2025 We are proud to announce the launch of The AACI Dispatch, The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) ‘s official monthly newsletter. In a time when corruption risks are escalating and trust in institutions is under relentless pressure, the need for ethical leadership, effective governance, and relentless integrity has […]

01 May

Call for Contributors: Join the Mission to Empower Ethical Leadership

Posted by The AACI Academia, Accountability, Conflicts of interest, Costs of Corruption, Ethics, Governance, Human rights, Internal Control, Leadership, Transparency

May 1, 2025 The AACI Dispatch is expanding its mission to strengthen institutions, promote ethical governance, and lower corruption risks worldwide. We now welcome contributions from professionals, academics, investigators, compliance experts, and advocates passionate about fighting corruption and promoting integrity. Topics we welcome include: 1. Corruption prevention strategies2. Governance and […]

01 May

A Note of Thanks — and a New Chapter for Our Readers

Posted by The AACI Leadership, Opinions, Press Release, The AACI's View

May 1, 2025 To our valued subscribers, We extend our sincere gratitude for your continued interest in the work of The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI). Your support has been instrumental in helping us raise awareness, share knowledge, and foster a global culture of integrity. As part of our ongoing commitment […]

28 Mar

Enhancing Anti-Corruption Intelligence: A Strategic Investment for Leadership

Posted by The AACI Accountability, CACF, CACM, Certification, Conflicts of interest, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Learning Programs, Opinions, Transparency

Technical StaffMarch 28, 2025 Introduction In today’s global business environment, the risk of corruption poses a significant threat to organizations of all sizes. Understanding and addressing these risks is paramount for board members and leadership. This blog post aims to underscore the importance of enriching anti-corruption intelligence among organizational leaders, […]

25 Mar

The Collapse of Credit Suisse: Key Reasons and Preventive Recommendations

Posted by Mike Masoud Accountability, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Opinions, Principles of Fighting Corruption, Standards on Fighting Corruptin (SFC), Transparency

Mike J. MasoudMarch 24, 2025 Introduction Credit Suisse, a global financial giant with a long-standing history in the banking industry, faced a catastrophic collapse that shocked the financial world. As Duncan Mavin stated in his book Meltdown, “The collapse of Credit Suisse has been decades in the making. The whole of the bank’s troubled […]

24 Feb

The CPA’s Role: Misunderstood by Leaders, Exploited by Scandals

Posted by Mike Masoud Academia, CACF, CACM, Governance, Internal Control, Transparency

Why Financial Scandals Keep Happening—Even in Well-Regulated Markets Mike J. MasoudFebruary 21, 2025 It is a disgrace when corporate board members, politicians, ministers, and legislators remain ignorant of the fundamental role of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Alarmingly, many fail to grasp that a CPA’s contractual duty, when engaged to […]

24 Feb

Online Scams Are Evolving—Are You Prepared to Fight Back?

Posted by The AACI Governance, Internal Control, Types of Fraud and Corruption

Technical StaffFebruary 24, 2025 Online scams are becoming more sophisticated, targeting individuals and businesses alike. Recent cases, such as the Connecticut fraud incident, in which scammers stole a significant sum from a resident, highlight the urgency of staying vigilant. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reported that U.S. consumers lost over […]