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· Aug 6, 2024

· 5 min read

Navigating AI: Legal, cybersecurity and ethical considerations for boards and leadership

By Phil Lim

AI is part of business as usual, and regulators are paying serious attention to its possibilities and ramifications. We explore the measures that boards need to implement to guarantee the responsible utilization of AI.

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Blog

· Aug 1, 2024

· 3 min read

Diligent Q&A – Tom Keaton talks enhancing audit and risk collaboration at Elevate 2024

By Julia Stoyanov

Tom Keaton, Director of Internal Audit at Crown Castle, discusses why collaboration between risk and audit functions is crucial in creating a strong GRC function, how audit teams can effectively speak the board’s language, and what he’s most excited for at Elevate 2024.

Professional researching details of the EU AI Act

Blog

· Aug 1, 2024

· 7 min read

The EU AI Act comes into force: How this pioneering legislation impacts your organization

The EU AI Act is the first comprehensive regulation addressing AI risks and safeguarding the health, safety and fundamental rights of EU citizens, with a global impact on AI governance.

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Blog

· Aug 1, 2024

· 9 min read

Due diligence software buyers’ guide: Uses, types & features

By Daniel Zmak

Learn more about due diligence software with our comprehensive guide on its uses, types, and essential features to streamline your buying decision.

Corporate professionals discussing proxy season

Blog

· Jul 31, 2024

· 3 min read

A 2024 proxy season review: 3 themes for boards and investors

By Rebecca Sherratt

In the first half of 2024, a total of 449 U.S. companies faced activist demands, marking a 9% increase from the 412 companies in the same period in 2023, and an 11.4% rise from the 403 companies in 2022.

Independent CEO and chair roles

Blog

· Jul 31, 2024

· 5 min read

IN-DEPTH: Big banks face push for independent oversight

By Rebecca Sherratt

As the responsibilities assigned to CEOs and board chairs grow increasingly more complex, more investors are pushing for the separation of the roles, with the demand the subject of several high-profile campaigns at some of the largest banks this season.

Director Confidence Index

Blog

· Jul 25, 2024

· 3 min read

Board members seek ERM benchmarking data

By Kira Ciccarelli

Our June poll of U.S. public company directors, conducted with Corporate Board Member, finds enterprise risk taking up more of the board’s time in the past year.

The importance of effective and efficient local governments

Blog

· Jul 25, 2024

· 7 min read

The importance of effective and efficient local governments

By Diana Baker Freeman

In this article, we explore how board management software can help deliver efficiencies and effectiveness for local municipalities while also helping to build trust with their communities.

Leveraging technology and development to engage your board members

Blog

· Jul 25, 2024

· 7 min read

Leveraging technology and development to engage your board members

By Diana Baker Freeman

Learn how leveraging technology and innovative development tactics can keep your board members engaged and tackle challenges effectively.

A corporate board discussing how to use AI to facilitate decision making

Blog

· Jul 24, 2024

· 5 min read

Using AI for enhanced decision-making: 9 innovative ways to boost board efficiency and effectiveness

By Phil Lim

After grappling with artificial intelligence from a governance perspective, have you thought about using this transformative technology in your own daily activities — automation to streamline administrative tasks, AI to facilitate better decision-making and so forth? 

Director compensation

Blog

· Jul 24, 2024

· 4 min read

IN-DEPTH: Shareholder seeks greater say on director compensation

By Will Arnot

While public companies in the U.S. have been presenting their executive compensation plans to an advisory vote since 2011, this year's proxy season saw the spotlight shift to director pay.

Professional learning new information about UK AI regulations

Blog

· Jul 23, 2024

· 10 min read

How is the United Kingdom tackling AI regulation?

AI regulations in the UK seek to establish a cross-sector, outcome-based framework that promotes a more pro-innovation approach. Learn more!

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