Fraud
Fraud refers to dishonest and illegal activities by people or companies with the intent of gain, either financial or otherwise. The following fraud reports, fraud news and articles about fraud look at the day-to-day challenges of preventing, identifying and mitigating fraud.
Take a Lesson from Theranos: Plan Ahead
Reputational harm can do as much damage to a company's bottom line as nearly any other crisis. A proactive plan is essential to protect the organization should it come under fire. Silicon Valley based Theranos has found this out the...
Anti-Corruption Developments in Azerbaijan: A Look at SOCAR
Construction is now underway on Azerbaijan's Southern Gas Corridor, and one of the primary entities behind the development has been under the microscope for alleged corruption and bribery in its dealings in the oil and gas industry in the region....
Data Analysis for Fraud Detection
In recent years, the number of people and businesses falling victim to fraud has increased at an alarming rate. As technology continues to improve, fraudsters are finding new and creative methods to continue their work.
White Collar Crime: Reading Minds
The difference between white collar and violent crime usually comes down to this: in most cases of violent crime, the actor’s state of mind is not at issue; the cases often center on whether the specific person charged was the...
Internal Fraud Investigations: The Risk and Reward of Third Party Involvement
Depending on a company’s ultimate objectives, having the correct balance within the control structure is the key to a successful internal fraud investigation.
Internal Control Checklist: 5 Anti-Fraud Strategies to Deter, Prevent and Detect Fraud
Erick O. Bell, a Senior Manager at Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP, presents a detailed internal control checklist that outlines 5 anti-fraud strategies companies can use to deter, prevent, and detect fraud.
