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2 Gurus Talk Compliance – Mary Releases A Book Edition

What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s episode!

In this episode, Tom and Kristy cover a range of topics including new anti-money laundering rules, India’s requirement for auditors to report suspected fraud, FCPA enforcement, messaging app compliance, compliance budget challenges, the settlement of an FCPA case, changing work dynamics, the purpose of a corporation, and the impact of ESG factors on corporate governance. They discuss the American Bar Association’s delayed support for anti-money laundering efforts, India’s significant change in auditor reporting rules, SEC enforcement of messaging app compliance, and the potential settlement of an FCPA case. They also emphasize the need for businesses to adapt to changing work styles and values and the benefits of incorporating ESG factors into corporate decision-making.

Highlights Include

  1. ABA agrees to new client due diligence rules.
  2. Mary Shirley releases a new book.
  3. More messaging app non-compliance fines.
  4. Albemarle makes FCPA settlement reserve.
  5. Capitalism at an Inflection Point?
  6. New India rules require auditors to report suspected bribery and kickbacks to the government.
  7. Grupo Aval FCPA Settlement.
  8. Stretching Your Compliance Budget.
  9. Leaving the Office at 5 Is Not a Moral Failing.
  10. Florida woman doused herself in Diet Mountain Dew to erase DNA after killing roommate, 79.

 Resources 

  1. WSJ
  2. Amazon
  3. WSJ
  4. FCPA Blog
  5. CCI
  6. WSJ
  7. Radical Compliance
  8. NYT
  9. NY Post
  10. Corruption, Crime and Compliance

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Daily Compliance News

Daily Compliance News: August 18, 2023 – The Fake Uber Account Edition

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance brings to you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to the Daily Compliance News. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest for the compliance professional.

·       Ukraine ABC lessons from Afghanistan. (NPR)

·       Paxton allegedly created fake Uber account to engage in corruption.  (Texas Tribune)

·       AI as big as the Internet? (Bloomberg)

·       Judge pauses mandatory religious training.  (Reuters)

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Daily Compliance News

Daily Compliance News: August 16, 2023 – The Protective Order Edition

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance brings to you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to the Daily Compliance News. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest for the compliance professional.

  • Binance files for Protective Order against SEC. (Decrypt)
  • Compliant filed over required religious liberty training. (Reuters)
  • Federal corruption investigation heating up in Ohio. (Ohio Capital Journal)
  • SEC Whistleblower Program growing pains. (WSJ)
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Daily Compliance News

Daily Compliance News: August 15, 2023 – The All FT Edition

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance brings to you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to the Daily Compliance News. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest for the compliance professional.

  • African Development Bank not using ABC funds. (FT)
  • Aide to Madagascar leader arrested for corruption. (FT)
  • Bosses must take the time to learn from mistakes. (FT)
  • China de-coupling? (FT)
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Daily Compliance News

Daily Compliance News: August 14, 2023 – The Odebrecht Strikes Again Edition

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance brings to you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to the Daily Compliance News. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest for the compliance professional.

  • Grupo Aval settles FCPA enforcement action. (WSJ)
  • What does SCt grant of cert mean? (NYT)
  • Health care corruption sweep in China. (South China Morning Post)
  • SBF headed to jail for witness tampering. Who is next? (Reuters)
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Daily Compliance News

Daily Compliance News: July 31, 2023 – The Clear or PreCheck Edition

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance brings to you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to the Daily Compliance News. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest for the compliance professional.

  • BNP Paribas to settle instant messaging allegations. (WSJ)
  • Vietnam has mass bribery and corruption roundup. (AlJazeera)
  • Clear v. PreCheck. (WaPo)
  • Top Gun CEOs. (NYT)
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10 For 10

10 For 10: Top Compliance Stories For the Week Ending July 29, 2023

Welcome to 10 For 10, the podcast which brings you the week’s Top 10 compliance stories in one podcast each week. Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance brings to you, the compliance professional, the compliance stories you need to be aware of to end your busy week. Sit back, and in 10 minutes hear about the stories every compliance professional should be aware of from the prior week. Every Saturday, 10 For 10 highlights the most important news, insights, and analysis for the compliance professional, all curated by the Voice of Compliance, Tom Fox. Get your weekly filling of compliance stories with 10 for 10, a podcast produced by the Compliance Podcast Network.

  • Zelensky warns about corruption. (FT)
  • Ukraine tackles corruption. (EuroNews)
  • New cyber disclosure rules go into effect. (AP)
  • Najib deposed in 1MDB case. (Bloomberg)
  • Cognizant investigation not outsourced. (WSJ)
  • DWS closes in on settling greenwashing charges. (FT)
  • Prosecutors want SBF jailed pre-trial. (WSJ)
  • DOJ revamps Crypto enforcement team. (WSJ)
  • Altice co-founder denies corruption. (Reuters)
  • US consultancies struggle in China after raids. (FT)

You can check out the Daily Compliance News for four curated compliance and ethics related stories each day, here.

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Daily Compliance News

Daily Compliance News: July 21, 2023 – The Who Will Be a CEO Edition

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance brings to you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to the Daily Compliance News. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest for the compliance professional.

  • Panama ex-President sentenced for corruption. (Reuters)
  • Sri Lanka passes ABC bill. (AL Jazeera)
  • How do you determine if someone will be a good CEO. (FT)
  • Deutsche Bank fined yet again for AML failures. (NYT)

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Daily Compliance News

Daily Compliance News: July 20, 2023 – The Osofsky Reports Edition

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance brings to you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen to the Daily Compliance News. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest for the compliance professional.

  • Lisa Osofsky issues her final SFO report. (WSJ)
  • Teens take on corruption in Nigeria. (Teen Vogue)
  • The US gives new anti-trust guidance. (FT)
  • The US blacklists two spyware firms. (NYT)
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2 Gurus Talk Compliance

2 Gurus Talk Compliance – Florida Man Moves Outside of Florida

What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s episode! This week on the podcast, we discussed a variety of financial fraud and corruption cases that have recently come to light. From Bank of America’s creation of millions of fake accounts to KPMG getting caught cheating in the Netherlands, these cases serve as a reminder to the importance of strong compliance programs and the need for companies to be proactive in preventing fraud. Additionally, the DOJ is utilizing data analytics to enhance their ability to prosecute FCPA cases, while Women in Compliance work to empower and support female professionals in the industry. Finally, the Florida Man Scam highlights the need to be aware of the potential for scams and to exercise caution when giving out personal information.

Highlights Include

·      Bank of America Scandal

·      Navex Survey

·      Corruption in Singapore

·      KPMG Cheating Scandal

·      Kenneth Polite Reflects

·      Lisa Osofsky Reflects

·      Women in Compliance

·      Florida Man Should Stay in FL

·      Contracts and Emojis

 

Resources 

  1. WSJ Risk and Compliance Journal
  2. FCPA Blog
  3. Radical Compliance
  4. Dutch News
  5. WSJ Risk and Compliance Journal
  6. DOJ Press Release
  7. 2023 Navex Survey
  8. Reuters
  9. Compliance Week
  10. BBC

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