As part of the 2026 TRACE London Forum, 13–14 May, Michelle de Kluyver of Addleshaw Goddard breaks down key developments in UK anti-bribery enforcement and what they mean in practice for compliance programs. Register: buff.ly/0D3z4AK

In January 2026, shortly before US forces captured Venezuela’s then-President Nicolás Maduro, a new, anonymous account on the prediction market Polymarket bet on the leader’s removal from power, turning $32,000 into over $400,000 in profit. buff.ly/S0YLlQO Author: Marc Schleifer

What draws people to power—and how does it change them? In this 2022 episode, Brian Klaas, Associate Professor at UCL and host of “Power Corrupts”, discusses his book “Corruptible” and explores who is drawn to power—and how it can reshape behavior, even rewiring our brains.

"Bribe, Inc." has been nominated for Best Business and Economic Emmy. Featuring TRACE President @alexandrawrage.bsky.social and funded substantially by TRACE, Bribe, Inc. tells the story of how Unaoil weaponized compliance to perpetrate one of the most extensive bribery schemes ever uncovered.

Stay current. Stay competitive. The TRACEpro Recertification Program equips TRACEpro graduates with focused, up-to-date insights on regional anti-bribery developments, emerging compliance priorities, and today’s most pressing governance and risk challenges. Learn more: buff.ly/BkT2ktF

The 2026 TRACE London Forum agenda is now live! Join leading compliance and legal experts 13–14 May at the Sheraton Grand London Park Lane as they explore sanctions risk, compliance training and regulatory change across Europe. Explore the full agenda: buff.ly/KCtYu08 Register: buff.ly/PcGDNLv

In November 2024, South Africa became the first African country to assume the presidency of the Group of 20 (G20), a term that ran from December 1, 2024, through November 30, 2025. As part of those duties, the country chaired the G20 Anti-Corruption Working... buff.ly/hRHvpIk Author: Marc Schleifer

In a recent post, we discussed how FIFA structures World Cup hosting arrangements so that downside risk is borne locally while control remains centralized. Municipal tax allocation provided a clear illustration; even where taxes are legally imposed on FIFA or its subsidiaries... buff.ly/wBWCNPk

As the OECD Anti-Corruption Forum takes place this week in Paris, revisit this 2025 TRACE Forum episode with Nicola Bonucci, former OECD Director for Legal Affairs, on 25 years of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention—and what it means for enforcement and global scrutiny today. buff.ly/km2ra6A

The concept that law does not keep pace with technology is decades-old, as legislators, policymakers and regulators struggle to understand complex and fast-evolving realities, and to pass and implement the necessary oversight measures... buff.ly/Qp0TbVK Author: Marc Schleifer

NEW BriberyMatters Post | When the United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in January 2026 and then Vice President Delcy Rodríguez assumed the role of Acting President, Transparency International called for “restoring democracy... buff.ly/xBiLxTv Author: Marc Schleifer

In this 2021 episode, Joel Bakan, author and professor at UBC, discusses his books and the films based on them, and explores the tension between ESG commitments and the legal obligation for companies to maximize shareholder value. buff.ly/yktU1SD

We’re pleased to welcome Musa Dudhia & Co. as the TRACE Partner Firm for Zambia. For more than half a century, the firm has provided world-class legal services and is widely recognized for its work in corporate transactions and commercial dispute resolution. Welcome Musa Dudhia & Co.! bit.ly/4s0dVH1

We’re pleased to announce the speakers for the 2026 TRACE London Forum, 13–14 May at the Sheraton Grand London Park Lane. Hear leading compliance and legal experts discuss training programs, sanctions risk, integrity in sport, and regulatory change across Europe. Register today: buff.ly/xo8Diwh

We are pleased to welcome HEP Law as the TRACE Partner Firm for Brunei Darussalam! Established in 2012, HEP Law is the Brunei office of Harry Elias Partnership LLP, providing on-the-ground legal insight while delivering practical, high-quality advice. Welcome HEP Law! buff.ly/eonctRj

Annual compliance training used to be conducted by sitting down at a desktop with a series of hour-long courses that you had to complete all in one sitting. But through studies and research, we have found that this is actually an inefficient way to truly... buff.ly/Pudixak Author: Blaise Stanicic

We’re pleased to welcome Innovasea to the TRACE Compliance Community! A global leader in aquatic technology, Innovasea advances sustainable aquaculture and ocean health with connected solutions and acoustic telemetry, helping farmers and researchers improve productivity. Welcome aboard Innovasea!

In this 2023 episode, Michael Forsythe, co-author with Walt Bogdanich of "When McKinsey Comes to Town," discusses McKinsey & Company’s work with autocratic regimes, its persistent conflicts of interest, and the gap between its stated values and its actions on the ground. buff.ly/piDMxei

TRACE congratulates long-time member JAS for its commitment to ethical and sustainable business in global logistics. Over a decade of collaboration, TRACE and JAS developed a customized eLearning model that improved training completion rates and helped raise JAS’s EcoVadis score to Gold in 2025.

We’re proud to celebrate Dräger’s 5-year anniversary as a TRACE member! Founded in 1889, Dräger is a global leader in medical and safety technology, supporting hospitals, emergency responders and industry in over 190 countries. We value our partnership and look forward to continued success together.

In anticipation of the TRACE London Forum, 13–14 May, we’re resharing our episode featuring Oliver Bullough at the 2022 London Forum. Oliver examines the UK’s role in financial crime, accountability efforts, transparency debates, and lawsuits used to silence journalists. buff.ly/UwYTpkB

We welcome Cuchi Shipping Company to the TRACE Compliance Community! Since the 1990s, they’ve delivered trusted shipping and logistics in Vietnam and beyond, emphasizing client relationships, quality, safety, sustainability, and integrity in global transport.

The TRACE team hosts webinars for our membership community throughout the year, and this time of year is always a favorite of mine. During the first months of the year, the team works with experts in the field of compliance throughout the world... buff.ly/WIQ31Hw Author: Blaise Stanicic

Continuing the Olympic conversation, this 2018 episode revisits the state-sponsored Russian doping scandal that shook international sport. Richard Conway of SPECTACLE and former BBC Sport correspondent explores what it exposed about global sports governance and credibility. buff.ly/UwYTpkB

The sessions for the 2026 TRACE London Forum have been announced! ! The program will feature a keynote address from Emma Luxton of the UK SFO, followed by a full day of discussions led by corporate compliance and legal experts. Learn more about each session: buff.ly/EaV16AM Register: buff.ly/Gq3JmSX

In January 2026, former FIFA President Sepp Blatter joined growing calls for fans to boycott matches held in the United States during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His support reflected broader concerns over U.S. political conduct, immigration policies, and... buff.ly/1EdMGS8

In a previous piece in conversation with Severin Wirz, ethics and compliance attorney (and former TRACE staffer) about his book Bribery Beyond Borders: The Story of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, I covered his telling of the pre-history of the FCPA... buff.ly/Ky3gCiw Author: Marc Schleifer

As Olympic competition takes center stage, it’s worth examining the risks to fair play behind the scenes. In this 2017 episode, Declan Hill breaks down match-fixing, how games get manipulated, and what it takes to keep sport from turning into scripted entertainment. buff.ly/UJ74oTp

When enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) was paused in February 2025, ethics and compliance attorney Severin Wirz, previously with TRACE and now at Applied Materials, was finalizing a 10-year project on the law’s history... buff.ly/IzOEyqZ Author: Marc Schleifer

As the #2026WinterOlympics kick off, the spotlight isn’t just on medals. Explore these BriberyMatters posts on sports governance, fairness, and integrity—from elite athlete conduct and FIFA cases to women’s hockey, transgender participation, and World Cup risks. Check them out: buff.ly/7d6OtXG

Global compliance officers today are well aware that ESG risks have been a moving target over the last few years. Global human rights guidance has shifted from jurisdiction to jurisdiction... buff.ly/xwfbbQI

With the 2026 TRACE London Forum (13–14 May) on the horizon, we’re resharing our episode featuring Leonid Volkov, who spoke at the 2022 London Forum. Leonid discusses corruption in Putin’s Russia, the impact of sanctions, and the toll that rampant corruption has taken on the country. buff.ly/UJ74oTp

In December 2025, I wrote about my discussion with Daniel Haberly, an expert in illicit financial flows based at the University of Sussex Centre for the Study of Corruption (CSC), regarding how to map the networks that facilitate flows of corrupt funds.. buff.ly/w8mcPPc Author: Marc Schleifer

With 2026 underway, the TRACE Compliance Community continues to grow: Welcome, Khazna Data Centers! One of the fastest-growing hyperscale data center platforms globally, Khazna delivers advanced, energy-efficient infrastructure powering AI and the digital economy. Welcome Khazna!

On January 13, 2026, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments on whether Idaho and West Virginia can ban transgender athletes from women’s school sports teams. While the Court will address whether such bans discriminate based on sex in violation of Title IX and... buff.ly/QXVL7Gc Author: Amaris Keys

As we look ahead to the 2026 TRACE London Forum, 13–14 May, we’re resharing our episode featuring a conversation with Sir William Browder, KCMG at the 2022 London Forum. Bill shares insights on his book, "Freezing Order" and his pursuit of accountability and justice. 🎧 Listen now: buff.ly/yCS55PQ

We’re pleased to announce the release of the NEW and IMPROVED 2026 TRACEpro program! Learn more: 5002429.hs-sites.com/hubfs/Promot... Set up your TRACEpro program today! Contact us at [email protected]

For more than two decades, TRACE has brought compliance and risk professionals together for a two-day gathering where members hear directly from enforcement agencies, compliance experts and each other, share best practices, discuss emerging compliance challenges... buff.ly/CuTgwC7

🚨 2026 London Forum Registration is Now Open! Join us 13 May for a welcome reception and keynote by Emma Luxton, UK SFO, followed by a full day with leading compliance and enforcement experts. Registration is complimentary for TRACE MNC members spots are limited, secure yours today! buff.ly/Wvtz5en

As anticipation builds for the upcoming Winter Olympics, sports governance and integrity are back in focus. In this 2024 episode, Sally Dennis discusses the professionalization of sports governance, where challenges remain—and why rugby may be uniquely resistant to match fixing. buff.ly/CsD24yK

Training can often seem like the dreaded task to complete at the end of the year and avoid for the rest of the year. But training can, and should, be a way to improve and move forward within an employee's lifecycle and should be seen not as a burden... buff.ly/OD8kU5Q Author: Blaise Stanicic

When a city is selected to host the FIFA World Cup, the announcement is framed as a civic triumph. Officials point to global visibility, tourism, and long-term economic benefits. Renderings of upgraded stadiums and revitalized neighbourhoods are flashed to the media. buff.ly/Y4jWQ5N

We’re reposting our 2018 episode with investigative reporter and author Ken Bensinger, who unpacks decades of FIFA misconduct. Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/7752... Have you checked out this BriberyMatters blog on the recent FIFA case dismissal? www.briberymatters.com/post/after-w...

We’re pleased to announce the 2026 TRACE London Forum! Members from across the UK and Europe will gather for two days on emerging compliance challenges, global regulatory trends, and best practices, opening with a keynote from the UK Serious Fraud Office. More details will be available soon.

In July, federal prosecutors secured a significant appellate victory affirming their power to prosecute foreign commercial bribery worldwide. Yet when defendants Hernán Lopez and Full Play Group petitioned for Supreme Court review, the DOJ reversed course, abandoning both the case... buff.ly/H3rdBrt

The International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) was founded in 2010 in Vienna, Austria, to provide anti-corruption education and training to professionals and practitioners, advance new research in the field, serve as a platform for dialogue and networking...

Kick off the new year by looking back—and preparing for what’s ahead! Join us on Thursday, 29 January for our annual FCPA Year in Review webinar featuring Lisa Miller, Partner at Sidley Austin LLP. Open to the public. We hope you’ll join us. Register today: info.traceinternational.org/012926

In this NEW Training Industry article, TRACE’s Sunny McCall and Blaise Stanicic share insights on how organizations can activate and involve learners through more effective compliance messaging—by making training relevant, engaging, and continuous. trainingindustry.com/articles/com...

Estimating the global volume of illicit financial flows stemming from tax evasion, laundering criminal proceeds, terrorist financing, financial fraud and corruption is an inexact science. The UN once estimated that... Continue reading: www.briberymatters.com/post/mapping... Author: Marc Schleifer