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Corporations Face Call to Disclose Nature-Related Risks

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Millions of Americans this week stepped outside and found themselves enveloped in a thick haze, leading government officials across the northern and eastern United States to warn against spending too much time outdoors. The cause of the nox...

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DOJ Official Touts Early Impact of Criminal Disclosure Policy

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It hasn’t taken long for the Department of Justice’s new self-disclosure policy to change company behavior when it comes to reporting potential criminal misconduct, according to the head of its Criminal Division. Speaking at a conference la...

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Companies Grapple with Appropriate Disclosures for Cybersecurity

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You could make a strong case for the SolarWinds hack of 2020 as the most significant cybersecurity event in history to date. Russian hackers launched a massive online attack through the software company’s information technology platform to...

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Beware the Buzzy Press Release

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In the world of corporate communications, press releases play a pivotal role in disseminating news. However, a recent study shows that companies are also using press releases strategically in an effort to shape public perception. The study...

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SEC Already Facing Legal Challenge to Buyback Rules

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Shareholders of technology giant Apple might have experienced feelings of déjà vu earlier this month. In announcing its financial results for 2023’s second quarter, the company also revealed that its board of directors authorized buying bac...

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