Intelligence analysis: All Source miniseries part 2
In a world increasingly defined by rapid information flow, interconnected risks, and complex decision-making, intelligence analysis has never been more critical—or challenging. In this second installment of our All Source miniseries, we are joined by Lieutenant General Guy Swan, U.S. Army (Retired) and President of Swan and Associates, LLC and Jason Lee, Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s who explore how the skills and insights gained from leveraging intelligence in military decision making can be applied to private sector initiatives. Their discussion answers questions like: How can leaders prioritize decisions and address bias when dealing with overwhelming amounts data?What can the military and private sector teach each other about decision-making?How can Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) be leveraged in military and financial contexts?What strategies help organizations manage exponential and interconnected risks to ensure their plans are resilient to real-world challenges?How can AI and technology improve intelligence analysis while maintaining human judgment?Why do cultural differences and diversity of thought matter in intelligence analysis?For further information, check out the resources below: Department of Defense OSINT StrategyDepartment of Homeland Security websiteTo learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch; we would love to hear from you.
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Corporate espionage: All Source miniseries part 1
Could your company be the next target for corporate espionage, where trade secrets and competitive advantages hang in the balance? As corporate spies evolve their methods to outpace defenses, the risks have never been greater. In this gripping first episode of our All Source series, we’re joined by Michael Orlando, Senior Director of Global Security at Micron Technology, and Jason Lee, Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s, for an eye-opening exploration of the covert world of corporate espionage. Together, they peel back the layers of this hidden threats, diving into critical questions like: Why is corporate espionage a growing risk in today’s interconnected world? What signals might indicate your organization is being targeted? What drives bad actors to exploit companies, and how are their methods becoming more sophisticated? How are tools like OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) being used to investigate and combat espionage? How are governments and regulators tackling this issue?How will emerging technologies like AI reshape the future of corporate intelligence and defense? If you’re interested in learning more, check out the resources below: Federal Bureau of InvestigationThe National Counterintelligence and Security CenterU.S. Department of Defense Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security AgencyTo learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch; we would love to hear from you.
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Fraud strategy: A growth engine?
Would you rather spend money recovering from a fraud-related attack or building an anti-fraud strategy? Organizations who become victims of fraud often find themselves paying enormous sums of money, managing severe reputational damage, and navigating uncertainties on how to better prepare for the future.In this episode of KYC Decoded we welcome Chen Zamir, fraud strategy advisor and founder of the consultancy Native[risk]. Chen shares his deep expertise on the topic of fraud with host Alex Pillow, covering ideas like:Transforming fraud strategy towards an organization's growth engineHow to discuss anti-fraud return on investmentAnti-fraud performance indicatorsHow senior executives can better engage with their fraud teamsWhat anti-fraud vendors should considerTo learn more from Chen, subscribe to his weekly newsletter, The Saturday Fraud Strategist.Find out how you can transform risk management across your organization with Moody’s Maxsight™ unified risk platform and feel free to get in touch; we would love to hear from you.
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Tranche 2: The future of AML and CTF compliance in Australia
Australia recently passed an amended anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) bill that will soon include Tranche 2 entities in its regulatory regime. The result? Approximately 100,000 new entities under its scope. Regulating non-financial entities is not a new undertaking, as we’ve seen in countries like the UK, Singapore, and United Arab Emirates. Crucial to the success of the regime and overall client experience will be how Australian firms adopt the best practices shown by firms in other parts of the world, while ensuring they account for the nuances of their domestic market.In this episode of KYC Decoded, risk advisory lawyer, Jeremy Moller, from Norton Rose Fulbright and Qing Liu, Moody's Senior Director of Compliance & Third Party Risk in Australia, sit down with host Alex Pillow to discuss what the anticipated changes mean for Tranche 2 obliged entities and the future of compliance in Australia.Key topics:Introduction of the Tranche 2 regulationsChallenges and opportunities for firms implementing the reformsInternational comparisons of similar regimes, and opportunities for harmonizing regulationsAdditional resources:Register for Moody’s in-person Sydney event on April 3 – the event features a blend of plenary and breakout sessions led by industry peers and Moody’s financial crime practice lead.Law Council of Australia: AML/CTF Guidance and Vulnerabilities AnalysisLaw Society of New South Wales AML/CTF HubInformation on AUSTRAC’s AML/CTF ReformNorton Rose Fulbright’s Tranche 2 and AML/CTF Reforms HubVisit our website and get in touch to learn more – we would love to hear from you.
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Sanctions 2025: What compliance professionals are working on now
We find ourselves 3 years out from the Russia/Ukraine war, and the sanctions climate continues to evolve. From changing global politicians to sanctions regulations and enforcements to evasion tactics, it is imperative compliance professionals stay alive to risks, and the consequences of not doing so. In this episode of KYC Decoded, we are pleased to welcome Moody’s Industry Practice Lead, Hera Smith, an expert on sanctions and AML. In this brief, informative conversation with host, Alex Pillow, Hera walks us through how sanctions have changed in the past year, the current sanctions ecosystem, and what to look for in 2025. They explore:Why sanctions are such a commonly used geopolitical tacticHow changing political leaders globally can impact sanctions across jurisdictionsThe financial risks of not adhering to sanctions complianceScalable, automated understanding of current export controlsHow corporations and banks have adjusted staffing to keep up with the regulationsWhere organizations should start when beefing up their sanctions risk teamsIf you would like to find out more, please check out the following resources:A new frontier in sanctions awareness and compliance whitepaperAre you ready for reporting on outgoing transfers involving Russian entities?Sanctions crisis management: preparing for potential changeWe also welcome you to visit our website or get in touch to discuss sanctions; we would love to hear from you.
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