All Compliance Week articles in Web Issue – Page 949

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Romania faces anti-corruption demonstrations

2017-02-08T14:30:00Z

Romania’s attempt at amending legislation to make it more tolerant to abuse by government officials was far from well received by the general public, writes Neil Hodge.
Blog
Risk alert spotlights exam pitfalls for investment advisers

2017-02-08T16:30:00Z

The SEC’s Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations has issued a risk alert that details the most prevalent compliance miscues identified in its examinations of investment advisers
Blog
Kroll names global cyber-security practice leader

2017-02-09T14:00:00Z

Kroll, a global risk mitigation, compliance, security, and incident response solutions firm, has appointed Jason Smolanoff as senior managing director, global cyber-security practice leader. Smolanoff brings to Kroll more than 16 years of federal law enforcement and information security experience.
Blog
Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting launches TeamMate+

2017-02-09T14:15:00Z

Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting recently announced the launch of TeamMate+, an intuitive, easy-to-use audit power tool that delivers a modern and streamlined approach to effective and efficient internal audits.
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CPA firms Haskell & White, Katherman Kitts join forces

2017-02-09T14:30:00Z

Haskell & White and Katherman Kitts & Co. have combined their practices, effective as of Feb. 1, and are now operating under the Haskell & White name.
Resource
Corporate governance: Weighing the issues

2017-02-09T17:45:00Z Provided by KPMG

As directors adapt to new demands and a whole new regulatory environment, they must overcome new challenges. This eBook covers those issues, and more.
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Lawsuit challenges President’s ‘one-in, two-out’ Executive Order

2017-02-10T01:15:00Z

Consumer, environmental and worker advocacy groups joined forces to sue the Trump Administration over an Executive Order that directs federal agencies to repeal two federal regulations for every new rule they issue.
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EY Indonesia firm settles $1 million action with PCAOB

2017-02-10T08:00:00Z

U.S. audit regulators have settled a $1 million action with an EY affiliate in Indonesia over allegations of audit failure and noncooperation.
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Cobalt: Justice Department drops FCPA probe

2017-02-10T12:30:00Z

Title: Cobalt: Justice Department droCobalt International Energy said the Department of Justice does not intend to recommend any enforcement action after looking into potential violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act related to Cobalt's operations in Angola. The SEC reached a similar conclusion last year when it closed its investigation. ...
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Toys 'R' Us names general counsel

2017-02-10T12:45:00Z

Toys “R” Us, a toy and baby products retail company, has hired Cornell Boggs as executive vice president and general counsel, effective Feb. 15. He will report directly to Chairman and CEO Dave Brandon.
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Astellas names general counsel

2017-02-10T13:00:00Z

Pharmaceutical company Astellas announced the promotion of Linda Friedman as executive vice president, general counsel, with responsibility for the company's legal operations worldwide, effective April 1.
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Tembec appoints new director

2017-02-10T13:15:00Z

Tembec, a Canada-based forest products company, has named Pierre Gignac to its board of directors. Gignac will assume the seat of Michel Dumas who remains Tembec's executive vice president, finance and chief financial officer.
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Celanese names general counsel

2017-02-10T13:30:00Z

Celanese, a global technology and specialty materials company, announced last month the appointment of Peter Edwards as general counsel, effective as of the end of January.
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RedCrow appoints chief compliance officer

2017-02-10T13:45:00Z

RedCrow, a new equity crowdfunding platform, has appointed Chris Laia as general counsel and chief compliance officer. Laia will report to RedCrow CEO and Founder Brian Smith.
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SFO investigates ABB over Unaoil

2017-02-10T14:45:00Z

The U.K. Serious Fraud Office has commenced an investigation into the activities of ABB’s U.K. subsidiaries, their officers, employees, and agents for suspected offenses of bribery and corruption. Jaclyn Jaeger has more.
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Romanians take a stand against corruption

2017-02-11T15:45:00Z

What does the Romanian people's revolt against igovernment's proposal to decriminalize bribery and corruption within the country mean on a larger scale? The Man From FCPA Tom Fox says they have earned the right to say to Washington: “the whole world is watching.”
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Tipalti tax ID and document collection capabilities now cover 50 countries

2017-02-13T09:00:00Z

Tipalti, a provider of global supplier payments automation, now supports more than 3,200 new tax validation rules across 47 countries to help finance teams keep up and stay compliant with the complex and ever-changing tax and regulatory rules across the globe.
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Stephen Cohen Joins Sidley

2017-02-13T09:45:00Z

Stephen Cohen, former Associate Director in the Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Enforcement, has joined law firm Sidley Austin. He will be a member of Sidley’s securities and derivatives enforcement and regulatory practice.
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The Fourth Estate and the fight against corruption

2017-02-13T18:30:00Z

‘When one plank of the fight against bribery and corruption’ falters, the media steps in. Tom Fox looks at the press’s role in fighting crime.
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Why bribery is bad for business

2017-02-13T18:30:00Z

The Man From FCPA Tom Fox explores what happens when a company’s foundation is shaky and illegal.