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December 18, 2024Technical StaffFraud and corruption are pervasive issues that undermine trust, erode social and economic development, and destabilize communities. Addressing these challenges requires a nuanced understanding of the root causes and the environments that enable such behavior. Public institutions, private enterprises, and non-profit organizations are all vulnerable, albeit in...
Technical StaffDecember 4, 2024As the world observes International Anti-Corruption Day on December 9, it is essential to reflect on the global effort to combat the “cancer of nations”—corruption. While the day serves as an important symbol of international commitment to the fight against corruption, it is also a reminder that...
Mike J. MasoudNovember 15, 2024Overview of Major Cyber Scams1. Identity Theft: A prevalent scam involving unauthorized access to personal information, often leading to financial losses or reputation damage. Scammers use phishing, data breaches, or social engineering to obtain sensitive data. In 2023, identity theft accounted for significant portions of the...
Technical StaffOctober 23, 2024Key Takeaways1. Fraud and corruption can happen in any business: No company, regardless of size or structure, is immune.2. Financial, reputational, and operational damages are real risks: Ignoring corruption exposes businesses to severe consequences.3. Investment in fraud and corruption prevention is essential: Proactive measures safeguard the business...
Technical Staff;October 15, 2024Takeaways1. The integrity of top management is directly linked to corruption and fraud risks, which are significant business risks.2. Stakeholders must actively monitor management’s ethical commitment and follow company news to ensure transparency and accountability.3. Red flags, such as a lack of transparency, frequent leadership changes, and...
October 9, 2024Mike J. MasoudCorruption can devastate any business, but its impact is often more severe for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Unlike large corporations, which may have the resources to recover from a scandal, SMEs are far more vulnerable to the financial and reputational damages caused by fraud and...
Technical StaffOctober 7, 2024In today’s interconnected global economy, businesses face an increasingly complex landscape of anti-corruption regulations. At the forefront of these regulations is the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), a U.S. law with far-reaching implications for companies operating internationally. As we move through 2024, the importance of robust FCPA...
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