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April 25, 2025We 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 never been...
May 1, 2025To 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 to expand and...
Technical StaffMarch 28, 2025IntroductionIn 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, highlighting how...
Mike J. MasoudMarch 24, 2025IntroductionCredit 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 history was...
What Should Top Management Do?Technical StaffJanuary 25, 2025What makes an organizational culture corrupt? An organization operates as a social entity within a community, shaped by both its internal and external environments. While the external environment interacts with the organization, this discussion will focus solely on its internal dynamics.At the core...
January 27, 2025Technical StaffIn every organization, cultural risks can silently pave the way for fraud and corruption. To safeguard integrity and accountability, leadership must be vigilant against these five critical risks:1. Weak Tone at the TopWhen leaders fail to model ethical behavior, it sends a dangerous message to employees that...
January 22, 2025We are excited to announce the official launch of The AACI’s Substack, a dedicated space where professionals and decision-makers can stay ahead of the latest trends, tools, and best practices in anti-corruption, governance, and transparency. 🌍By subscribing, you will:✅ Receive posts as soon as they’re published✅ Engage with thought leaders and...