Compliance

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“Compliance Officer” vs. “Integrity Officer”

It may come as a surprise, but “ethics” has a negative connotation for many in a business context. Similarly, the compliance profession is often viewed negatively, as impinging on employees’ freedom. But those of us on the inside have an entirely different perspective, thinking of compliance as synonymous with integrity. Is it time, then, to rebrand the profession?

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Whistleblowing: More Than Just Bounty Hunting?

Australia’s stance on financial remuneration for whistleblowers could be changing. The nation recently launched a Parliamentary inquiry into the appropriate legal framework for whistleblowers. Currently Australia offers no financial compensation for whistleblowers; supporters feel a “bounty” system is inappropriate, but it could be a profitable business.

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FinCEN’s New Customer Due Diligence Rules

Banks and certain other financial organizations must comply with FinCEN's new rules for customer due diligence (CDD) beginning May 11, 2018. Implementing an automated approach to CDD can help meet multiple compliance goals – from reliable client and risk identification to developing comprehensive customer and risk profiles – while also reducing the time and cost of compliance.

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Disruptive Policy Innovation Against Corruption

India’s government decided in November to demonetize 86 percent of its currency in order to fight corruption. As the country moves toward a cashless economy, risks around the black market, cash stashing and tax evasion will plummet. But anti-corruption legislation only goes so far; a change in social behavior is also necessary. Abhishek Bharti explains.

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The Message from FINRA is Clear

Under U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and FINRA record-retention requirements, firms must ensure the capture of business-related communications regardless of the devices of networks used. Smarch Chief Evangelist Mike Pagani explains why this mandate is a clear confirmation that the days of only having to maintain compliance systems for email are over.

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DOJ Releases New Guidance on Compliance Programs

Bracewell white collar attorneys dissect guidance from the DOJ’s Fraud Section on how it assesses compliance program (and intends to). This guidance provides insight into the questions corporate counsel should expect from DOJ prosecutors during a criminal investigation and highlights common indicators of a strong corporate culture of compliance.

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The 2 Most Important Words in a Compliance Dictionary

The foundation of an ethical culture is trust and integrity. Employees are proud to work for organizations that prize trust and integrity. When senior leaders act in ways that are contrary to these values, employees’ belief in the company’s integrity plummets. The importance of tone at the top can’t be underestimated; failings in this regard are disastrous.

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ISO 37001: Anti-Bribery Management Systems

ISO 37001 specifies requirements and provides guidance for establishing, implementing, maintaining, reviewing and improving an anti-bribery management system. There is, of course, good cause for businesses in India to adopt the new standard, but it’s likely that there will be some staunch opposition to the change.

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Sun May Be Rising for Community Banks

A new world of opportunity for community banks may be opening up this year, as new Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) rules for smaller community banks take effect. The new rules should lessen the regulatory burden community banks face – a welcome change, given that these institutions have been fighting for survival for the past decade.

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