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The risk profession is at a crossroads. The first section of our two-part report looks at how stakeholders in the report Perspectives on the future of risk were both supportive of risk professionals… More

A new breed of financial technology is shaking up the industry, but it’s not all plain sailing. There are challenges to so-called fintech firms. The rise of such financial technology may prove… More

Hackers can and do penetrate most IT systems. They're here in your systems already. But organisations are getting smarter too, according to speakers at ISACA’s recent conference in Munich. In fact, new… More

Risk managers can make a crucial contribution to the success of new business projects. All projects involve risk, some more so than others. But risk managers can help in planning for success.… More

Why are seemingly sound companies predictably vulnerable? They are led by intelligent, well-meaning leaders and often have large, diligent risk management teams – and yet still fail. Anthony Fitzsimmons and Derek Atkins… More

US banking regulation under the 2010 Dodd-Frank Act could be relaxed following a vote in Congress. The changes are contained in the Choice Act, which still has to pass through the Senate.… More

Sometimes it pays to be bored. This little gem of inspiration comes from a talk I went to at ISACA's recent IT security conference in Munich. Tom Madsen, an IT specialist who… More

As most readers are aware, the Institute of Risk Management (IRM) is exploring the future direction the profession of risk management is likely to take. While we've had a lot of responses… More

The recent ransomware attack on the NHS and over 30,000 companies globally has brought cybercrime to the top of the risk and news agenda. Patrick Keady, CFIRM, IRM Board member and Chair… More