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Alive & Kicking: The Future of ESG
A U.S. regulatory effort aimed at bringing clarity for investors regarding companies’ environmental claims has only gotten murkier even as international directives on sustainability reporting come closer to reality. As we await the outcome of a court case over the SEC’s new climate disclosure rules, few companies are spending this time relaxing and even fewer...
Decoding 3 Contemporary Shifts in Shareholder Democracy
Guidance for boards seeking to navigate a changing environment
The SEC Names Rule Will End ESG Investing as We Know It — That’s a Good Thing
Talk of ESG investing has few friends across the political spectrum
Increasingly Important Role of ESG in M&A Outlook
Acronym has become radioactive in the U.S., but ESG is still expected to drive and complicate deals
Pecuniary vs. Nonpecuniary Factors: Understanding the Potential Scope of Anti-ESG Restrictions in State Laws
Republican-backed bill seeks return of Trump-era federal rule
What’s in a Name? Company Secretary Rebrand Would Elevate Governance
At big corporations, few of the faces around the boardroom meeting table have more first-hand knowledge of the company’s history than the corporate secretary. But if you look at this role as purely administrative, Kuberno’s Jay Dodd argues, you’re missing out. Is it time to think about what’s in a name?
What You Need to Know About the New FTC Rule Banning Noncompete Agreements
Sweeping rule would have broad implications
Easy Wins & Early Moves: What New CEOs Need to Know in Their First Few Months
Settling-in period means learning — and also doing
New UK Law Shines a Light on Internal Fraud Surveillance
‘Failure to prevent fraud’ could result in harsh penalties
Money Laundering Costs the Average British Household £255 Per Year, So Why Aren’t Financial Institutions & Regulators Doing More About It?
Lack of digital processes & staffing issues among UK’s hurdles
News Roundup: Most Companies Not Covered Under CSRD Still Plan to Align With Rule
CISOs & C-suite have communication problems, regulation powering cybersecurity transformation, shareholder activism looks to continue in 2024
A Strong Foundation: Taking Responsible AI Implementation From Theory to Practice
If your company isn’t already using AI, it almost certainly will be in the near future. But it’s not like flipping a switch, and doing it wrong could expose your organization to extreme risk, especially in the heavily regulated finance sector. Katie Twomey of Illumen Capital shares a comprehensive guide to getting started with AI.
Throwing Bodies at AML Compliance Doesn’t Work, but Are You Asking the Right Questions About AI?
Labor shortage and increased attention from regulators could spell disaster if AI is deployed like a firehose
In Crisis or In Control? Evolving Threat Actor Tactics Illustrate the Need for Clear Cybersecurity Communications Strategies
Preparing for the unexpected goes beyond IT expertise
CSRD Essentials: How New Requirements Are Set to Affect Your Business & Value Chain
Sustainability is becoming a key driver in business and consumer decisions, and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), part of the European Green Deal, is the latest continuation of this trend. The directive sets a new standard regarding non-financial reporting, demanding greater transparency on environment, social and governance (ESG) issues. Considering the complexity of today’s...
OSHA Clarifies Worker Walkaround Rule for Inspections
Rule could strengthen unions’ hand in organizing
FTC Makes Sweeping Changes to Telemarketing Sales Rule
Commission aims to help consumers & business keep up with technological advancements
News Roundup: Confidence in AML Lags, but So Do Budgets
Crypto industry falls as sector most targeted for fraud; legal tech market expected to reach $50B by 2027
Business Groups Sue to Block FTC’s Newly Finalized Noncompete Ban
Existing agreements with senior executives can continue
Risk on the (Rare Earth) Rocks: The Geopolitics of Critical Minerals
The scramble for oil dominated geopolitics in the 20th century, and the rush for critical minerals will dominate the 21st, pulling in CEOs and diplomats alike, write Christopher Mason and Ian Oxnevad of Infortal.
Is the Metaverse in Your Future?
It may be on the back-burner, but companies shouldn’t ignore the metaverse
Is a Tired Mind an Unethical Mind?
Taking breaks is essential to building a culture of compliance
10 Questions to Ask About Incentives & Clawbacks
Companies should ensure programs fit company’s needs — and evolving legal framework
News Roundup: Ethical Culture Alone Doesn’t Guarantee Compliance
CCI staff share recent surveys, reports and analysis on risk, compliance, governance, infosec and leadership issues.
The Rise of Cybersecurity GRC
As regulations proliferate regarding the risks posed by our increasingly digital economy, companies face a choice: make cyber compliance the responsibility of existing teams or build a brand-new function: cybersecurity GRC, seated at the intersection of business, IT, privacy and cybersecurity. Security risk and compliance director Yasmine Abdillahi of Comcast clearly favors the latter, as...
A Comprehensive Global Guide for AI Data Protection in the Workplace
Deep dive into the existing regulations that probably already cover how you’re using AI
Navigating Personal Liability: Post–Data Breach Recommendations for Officers
Executives may be on the hook if info is compromised
As States Continue to Act on Data Privacy, Big Tech Should Play Its Role, Too
Laws are being copy+pasted from coast to coast
Two Sides of the Same Coin? Taking Another Look at Compliance Education
Corporate scandals continue seemingly unabated, and federal authorities increasingly point to a strong compliance function as a difference-maker in their investigations. It’s no wonder, then, that demand for compliance officers is growing. But as Fordham law professor Joseph Burke wonders, if we’re in a golden age for CCOs, why isn’t education keeping up?
Hiring a New CCO? 8 Questions to Help Companies Find Someone Who Will Lead by Influence
Soft skills are just as important as regulatory expertise