Risk Management, Fraud & Valuation

Sep 5, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Ignoring cryptocurrency could mean ignoring the signs of fraud, said one forensics expert.

Aug 30, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Barboza

A new report shows that ransomware has remained a top threat since January 2023, with 64% of related claims in its portfolio resulting in a loss during that period.

Aug 30, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Barboza

Business payment fraud clearly has become a big headache for companies. But it’s not easy to get a handle on just how big the problem is, with about half of companies saying they don’t have a clue about the extent of their exposure, according to a new study.

Aug 30, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Barboza

In case you missed them, here are some recent interesting risk management and fraud news items from around the web.

Aug 22, 2024, 00:00 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

Professionals interested in pursuing certification as Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE) must tap into their skeptical side.

Jul 11, 2024, 02:00 AM by Natalie Rooney

If Melissa Rodriguez, CFE, CCFI, senior forensic auditor for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, turns up at your door, you are about to experience the financial side of a criminal investigation. Here’s what CPAs should know.

Jul 11, 2024, 02:00 AM by Natalie Rooney

Every week you can read news of CPA firms “merging,” “joining” or “combining.” Does what you call it really make a difference? It does, especially in determining successor liability.

Jun 27, 2024, 02:00 AM by Natalie Rooney

Cyberthreats impact businesses of all sizes, and Justin Vogt, CISSP, CEH, CySA, a principal security sales engineer for Dell Technologies, said businesses and individuals need to be aware and prepared.

Jun 13, 2024, 02:00 AM by Natalie Rooney

Although generative AI solutions can provide benefits for any business, there are critical risks associated with generative AI that should be vetted and mitigation strategies implemented to minimize potential exposures.

Jun 13, 2024, 02:00 AM by Natalie Rooney

Forensic auditors with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives are highly trained experts who assist with investigations into firearms trafficking, arson for profit, explosives violations and tobacco and alcohol diversion.

Apr 4, 2024, 02:00 AM by Natalie Rooney

As businesses integrate more technology into their daily operations, Steve Weber, co-founder of PaperTrl, warns of the overlooked consequences of sticking to traditional payment methods.

Jan 6, 2023, 11:16 AM by Jessica Salerno Shumaker

The potential for fraud risk in companies’ ESG disclosures has grown as these initiatives have gotten more attention from stakeholders — and more corporate boards are becoming aware of this risk

Jul 31, 2020, 13:01 PM by User Not Found

What do you think of when you hear the term "forensic accountant"?

Jul 31, 2020, 13:01 PM by User Not Found

Business leaders say there is untapped potential in the marijuana industry, but the factor that is having the most impact is regulatory uncertainty.

Jul 31, 2020, 13:01 PM by User Not Found

What do you do when a customer makes you aware of a potential fraudulent transaction?

Jul 31, 2020, 13:01 PM by User Not Found

A new technology that offers “a higher degree of validity than a notary” is bound to spark change.

Jul 31, 2020, 13:00 PM by User Not Found

The Ohio Department of Taxation and the IRS each issued warnings this week about a new two-stage email scheme targeting tax professionals nationwide.

Jul 31, 2020, 13:00 PM by User Not Found

There are some relatively simple and inexpensive steps you can take to protect yourself from cybercrime.

Jul 31, 2020, 13:00 PM by User Not Found

When you consider the effect a hack could have on your business’s reputation, it’s easy to see how a cybersecurity risk can quickly become YOUR problem – not just IT’s.

Jul 31, 2020, 13:00 PM by User Not Found

Regardless of what you think about social media, whether you use it a lot or just dabble, there are important precautions you need to take – consistently – to keep yourself safe.