On the latest episode of the Governance Matters podcast, editor Laurie Havelock is joined by senior reporter Natalie Bannerman to discuss all the latest goings on from the world of GRC.
ISS has unveiled its 2026 benchmark policy updates, ushering in a greater focus on that transparency and accountability across all jurisdictions. At the same time, the SEC’s 2026 exam priorities spotlight data privacy and – for the first time in years –exclude cryptocurrencies, signalling a softer stance on the asset.
Also, fresh on the heels of the Corporate Governance Forum in New York, we share some of the key taking points from inside the room and how it interplays with the changes across the space.
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