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AI Today in 5

AI Today in 5: January 5, 2026, The Does The World Have Time Edition

Welcome to AI Today in 5, the newest edition to the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, Tom Fox will bring you 5 stories about AI to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to the AI Today In 5. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest about AI.

Top AI stories include:

  1. Does the world have time to prepare for AI? (The Guardian)
  2. Colombia adopts an international standard for AI. (Global Compliance News)
  3. Client enablement with AI. (FinTechWeekly)
  4. Agentic AI rewriting rules for compliance. (Dallas Business Journal)
  5. Why AI Compliance needs to build operating systems. (Forbes)

For more information on the use of AI in Compliance programs, my new book, Upping Your Game, is available. You can purchase a copy of the book on Amazon.com.

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Sunday Book Review

Sunday Book Review: January 4, 2026, The Top Books on AI and Tech for ’26 Edition

In the Sunday Book Review, Tom Fox considers books that would interest the compliance professional, the business executive, or anyone curious. It could be books about business, compliance, history, leadership, current events, or anything else that might interest Tom. In this episode, we look at some of the top books on AI and technology that will come out in 2026.

  1. The AI-Centered Enterprise: Reshaping Organizations with Context-Aware AI by Ram Bala, Natarajan Balasubramanian, Amit Joshi 
  2. Open to Work: How to Get Ahead in the Age of AI by Ryan Roslansky, Aneesh Raman
  3. The AI-Driven Leader by Geoff Woods 
  4. GAIN: Demystifying GenAI for Office and Home by Michael Wade and Amit Joshi
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2 Gurus Talk Compliance

2 Gurus Talk Compliance – Episode 67 – Our Favorite Stories Edition

What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance, of course. In this episode, Kristy Grant-Hart and Tom Fox delve into their top ten most compelling compliance stories from 2025. The discussion includes controversial presidential pardons, the impact of the Trump administration on the American justice system, and shifts in the EU’s regulatory landscape. They also explore the complexities of managing a multigenerational workforce, the implications of AI as a potential whistleblower, and reflections on the importance of maintaining trust in safety protocols at organizations like NASA. The episode wraps up with an amusingly bizarre ‘Florida Man’ story. Tune in for a blend of compliance insights and entertaining anecdotes.

Our Favorite Stories:

  • Top Story: Presidential Pardons and Their Impact
  • Geopolitical Turmoil and Business Risks
  • Trump as CEO: Implications for US Corporations
  • Shifts in EU Legislation and Regulation
  • Generational Differences in the Workplace
  • AI in Compliance: Risks and Ethical Considerations
  • Engagement Surveys and Corporate Culture
  • NASA Safety Concerns and Compliance
  • Florida Man: The Best Story of 2025

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PodFest Expo 2026 Speaker Series Preview

Podfest Expo 2026 Speaker Preview Series: Ken Cox on Comedy and AI with Creative Thinking

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2026 Speaker Preview Podcasts series, Tom Fox visits with Ken Cox, host of the Clicks and Bricks podcast, and discusses his presentation at PodfestExpo 2026. Some of the highlights in this podcast are:

  • Ken’s role in the world of podcasting.
  • His presentation on how to implement comedy and AI, along with creative thinking, into your business.
  • What Ken hopes to get out of PodFest Expo 2026 and why you should attend.

I hope you can join us at Podfest Expo 2026, hosted by Podfest Global. This year’s event will be the 12th anniversary and will be held January 15-18, at the RENAISSANCE ORLANDO AT SEAWORLD® in Orlando, Florida. The lineup of this year’s event is simply first-rate, with some of the top names in podcasting.

Podfest Expo is a community of people interested in and passionate about sharing their voices and messages with the world through powerful audio and video mediums. We’re proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.

Podfest Expo is so much more than just a conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics, and in-depth content, what sets the Podfest Expo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we’ve been building since 2013. You don’t just attend a Podfest event—you become part of the Podfest family.

Whether you’re new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you’re most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, Podfest Expo 2026 has plenty to offer!

Please join us at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit for listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering 10% off any ticket level. Enter the discount code Fox2026 or visit this link.

Podfest Expo 2026 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series.

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FCPA Compliance Report

FCPA Compliance Report-Episode 789 – Reinventing Compliance in 2026: Insights and Strategies with Daniel Zmak

Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest running podcast in compliance. In this episode, Tom welcomes, Daniel Zmak, Senior Director of Product Marketing at Diligent to discuss the evolving landscape of compliance.

They explore the importance of modernizing compliance practices, addressing challenges like fragmentation and fatigue, and leveraging AI and technology to enhance efficiency. Key topics include the compliance maturity journey, connected compliance, and strategies for improving governance and oversight. With actionable insights and practical advice, this session aims to guide compliance professionals through the dynamic changes in the field.

Highlights Include

  • Highs, Lows, and Surprises in Compliance
  • Compliance at an Inflection Point
  • The Compliance Maturity Journey
  • Fragmentation and Fatigue in Compliance
  • Connected Compliance: The Concept, Benefits and Future
  • AI in Compliance: Opportunities and Challenges
  • Dynamic Compliance Programs

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Podfest Expo 2026 Speaker Preview Series: Christian Swain on AI Unlocked: From Production Tools to Interactive Audio

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2026 Speaker Preview Podcasts series, Tom Fox visits with Christian Swain, Creator & CEO at Pantheon Media, and discusses his presentation at PodfestExpo 2026. Some of the highlights in this podcast are:

  • Christian’s role in the world of podcasting.
  • His presentation on using AI in your production process.
  • What Christian hopes to get out of PodFest Expo 2026 and why you should attend.

I hope you can join us at Podfest Expo 2026, hosted by Podfest Global. This year’s event will be the 12th anniversary and will be held January 15-18, at the RENAISSANCE ORLANDO AT SEAWORLD® in Orlando, Florida. The lineup of this year’s event is simply first-rate, with some of the top names in podcasting.

Podfest Expo is a community of people interested in and passionate about sharing their voices and messages with the world through powerful audio and video mediums. We’re proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.

Podfest Expo is so much more than just a conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics, and in-depth content, what sets the Podfest Expo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we’ve been building since 2013. You don’t just attend a Podfest event—you become part of the Podfest family.

Whether you’re new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you’re most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, Podfest Expo 2026 has plenty to offer!

Please join us at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit for listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering 10% off any ticket level. Enter the discount code Fox2026 or visit this link.

Podfest Expo 2026 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series.

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AI Today in 5

AI Today in 5: December 19, 2025, The Project Vend Edition

Welcome to AI Today in 5, the newest edition to the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, I will bring to you 5 stories about AI stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee and listen in to the AI Today In 5. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership or general interest about AI.

  1. Does the Trump EO on AI represent a framework or simply nothing? (America’s Credit Unions)
  2. Increasing need for AI awareness of regulatory requirements. (Wane15)
  3. Compliance AI needs humans. (FinTechWeekly)
  4. Smart AI hiring. (Law.com)
  5. What happens when AI runs the vending machine? (WSJ)

For more information on the use of AI in Compliance programs, my new book, Upping Your Game. You can purchase a copy of the book on Amazon.com

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AI Today in 5

AI Today in 5: December 18, 2025, The Will Apple Get AI Mojo in 2026 Edition

Welcome to AI Today in 5, the newest edition to the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, I will bring to you 5 stories about AI stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee and listen in to the AI Today In 5. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership or general interest about AI.

  1. Will Apple get back into the AI game in 2026. (CNBC)
  2. Oracle $10bn Michigan data centre in limbo. (FT)
  3. Client enablement with AI. (FinTechGlobal)
  4. Hospital call center drives ROI with AI. (HealthcareITNews)
  5. Coursera to buy Udemy, creating a $2.5 bn firm to target AI training. (Reuters)

For more information on the use of AI in Compliance programs, my new book, Upping Your Game. You can purchase a copy of the book on Amazon.com

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AI Today in 5

AI Today in 5: December 17, 2025, The Bombshell Rent Edition

Welcome to AI Today in 5, the newest edition to the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, I will bring to you 5 stories about AI stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee and listen in to the AI Today In 5. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership or general interest about AI.

  1. Oracle is committed to $248bn in data center rent payments. (Bloomberg)
  2. Compliance can be a competitive advantage. (FinanceMagnates)
  3. Hybrid AI reshaping compliance and risk management. (FinTechGlobal)
  4. Governing AI in the wake of the new CA AI law. (Forbes)
  5. Agentic AI transforming compliance. (FinTechGlobal)

For more information on the use of AI in Compliance programs, my new book, Upping Your Game. You can purchase a copy of the book on Amazon.com

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AI Today in 5

AI Today in 5: December 16, 2025, The Things to Never Tell a Chatbot Edition

Welcome to AI Today in 5, the newest edition of the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, Tom Fox will bring you 5 stories about AI to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to AI Today In 5. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest about AI.

Top AI stories include:

  1. 4 things to never tell a chatbot. (Business Insider)
  2. Moving towards NASDAQ compliance. (Yahoo!Finance)
  3. Four new jobs in our AI future. (WSJ)
  4. Replacing customer service with AI. (Forbes)
  5. Current state of AI risk in insurance and finance. (FinTechGlobal)

For more information on the use of AI in Compliance programs, my new book, Upping Your Game, is available. You can purchase a copy of the book on Amazon.com.