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Your Sensitive Data Is Now a National Security Matter: The DOJ’s New Data Security Program
90-day implementation window closing on regulations affecting companies with genomic, biometric, health and other personal information
Are You Ready for Virginia’s Sweeping Reproductive Health Privacy Law?
Broadly defined ‘reproductive and sexual health information’ may affect any company doing business in the state
EU’s Regulatory Retreat? The Omnibus Package’s Impact on Sustainability Reporting
Extended timelines and reduced requirements offer relief as substantial reforms remain under consideration
[Q&A] Big Tech & Free Speech Under the Microscope: FTC’s New Direction
What compliance teams need to know about the changing approach to consumer protection and data privacy
66% of CISOs Worry Cyber Threats Are More Advanced Than Companies’ Defenses
US business sector falling behind in adoption of renewable energy
Caught Between Conscience and Career: An E&C Leader’s Confession
The mental health crisis among ethics and compliance professionals has remained largely unspoken despite its prevalence. Drawing on personal experience and CCI's "2025 Compliance Officer Working Conditions" report, an anonymous ethics and compliance leader in the defense industry examines the misaligned reporting structures, competing priorities with legal departments and professional isolation that create conditions where...
‘At Times of Stress, People Make Stupid Decisions’: Why FCPA Interlude Demands Greater Vigilance
Training and communication remain critical as future of anti-corruption enforcement is murky
Strengthen FARA Compliance Despite Changing DOJ Priorities Under Bondi
Recent high-profile cases demonstrate the consequences of failing to register as a foreign agent
Are We at Risk of Automating Ethics Out of Healthcare Decisions?
When profit-driven algorithms make medical decisions, vulnerable populations may suffer disproportionately
Agentic AI Can Be Force Multiplier — for Criminals, Too
How polymorphic malware and synthetic identities are creating unprecedented attack vectors
GenAI Adoption Surging in Professional Services
Fewer than 1 in 3 organizations consistently meet cyber compliance standards
Kennedy Orders Stricter Menu for Food Manufacturers
Food innovation timeline likely to extend as FDA revisits GRAS notification procedures
The US Still Lacks Its Own GDPR, But That Doesn’t Mean Data Privacy Enforcement Isn’t Happening
Despite the absence of comprehensive federal privacy legislation, American businesses face mounting regulatory pressure from multiple directions. Brian McGinnis and Maddie San Jose of Barnes & Thornburg map the evolving privacy enforcement landscape, where federal agencies like the FTC are taking action against data brokers and platforms while states from California to Texas pursue their...
The Beauty of Bureaucracy: Good Governance Clarified
Systems thinking, human-centered design and cultural alignment transform bureaucracy into business advantage
Power Shift: What Happens When America Steps Back From Global AML Enforcement?
EU's new anti-money laundering authority emerges as potential counterweight amid uncertain US priorities
When the Ink Dries: 6 Critical Post-Transaction Areas That Make or Break M&A Success
Poor follow-up once the deal is closed can cause culture clashes & value erosion
BE-10 Benchmark Survey Season Returns: What US Investors in Foreign Enterprises Need to Know
May, June deadlines approach for Commerce Department's comprehensive five-year survey
Bang for the Buck: Regulators Pivot to Fewer But Higher-Value Enforcement Actions
CCI staff share recent surveys, reports and analysis on risk, compliance, governance, infosec and leadership issues. Share details of your survey with us: editor@corporatecomplianceinsights.com. Violation volumes drop; total fines rise US financial regulators pursued fewer but substantially higher-value enforcement actions in late 2024, with total penalties jumping 83% to $5.4 billion despite a 35% decrease...
Relationship (Owner) Goals: Why Half Your TPRM Red Flags Stay Hidden
The front-line staff who manage vendor relationships are uniquely positioned to spot problems before they escalate, yet many organizations fail to leverage this advantage. Gartner’s Chris Audet explores the psychological and structural barriers that prevent relationship owners from reporting concerns and maps out a comprehensive approach to turn these critical team members into proactive risk...
Uniting Forces: Cross-Functional Approaches to Insider Threat Prevention
Creating a structured framework that brings together security, HR, IT, legal and compliance teams to fight internal vulnerabilities
Teaching Machines to Spot What Matters
How emerging technologies are transforming inefficient alert systems and reshaping financial crime prevention
The Fourth ‘T’: Why Trust Matters in Accounting’s Private Equity Revolution
As one-third of major US firms move toward PE backing, maintaining core professional values becomes the critical differentiator
Siloed Thinking, Scattered Compliance: The Leadership Challenge in GRC
Strong leadership and integrated communication prove as critical to compliance success as policies and procedures alone
Sustainability Belongs Everywhere
Climate-related compliance extends beyond reporting mandates to address strategic business continuity challenges
Holding the Line on Compliance During the FCPA Enforcement Pause
Why DOJ’s 180-day interlude presents an opportunity to strengthen anti-corruption foundation
Trump’s DOJ & the False Claims Act: What’s Next?
The False Claims Act continues to be a powerful enforcement tool, with nearly $3 billion recovered in 2024 alone. Maria Durant and Gejaa Gobena of Hogan Lovells analyze emerging trends, including the new administration's approach to whistleblower cases, the role of DOGE in identifying fraud and the double-edged sword of AI in both creating and...
‘You Don’t Want to Be the First Company to Not Comply’: How Trump’s Tariffs Are Shaking Supply Chains
The ripple effects of tariff policies extend far beyond simple cost increases, creating complex compliance challenges that span legal, financial and operational domains. CCI contributing writer Cathy Siegner explores how companies of all sizes are responding to this unpredictability, while experts warn that with the DOJ signaling increased customs enforcement under the False Claims Act,...
AI’s Dual Role in FinServ Risk Management
As technology evolves, so do the tools that help banks and investment firms maintain stability amid uncertainty
Gartner: 5 Ways ERM Teams Can Use GenAI
Deal disputes and ransomware attacks on the rise as workplace injuries decline
Can Virtual Credit Cards Outsmart Employee Fraud?
Emerging digital payment tools promise control over operational purchasing while maintaining efficiency