The Risk of Doing Nothing   Let’s be honest - AML (Anti-Money Laundering) doesn’t often headline boardroom celebrations. It’s the topic everyone agrees is important, but no one wants to talk about for long. Yet, as 2024 reminded us, ignoring it is no longer an option.  Financial regulators across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East have increased enforcement dramatically. In South Africa, the Reserve Bank fined Grindrod Bank R10 million for failing to meet basic FICA obligations. Globally,...

The Invisible Thread of Trust Data privacy isn’t just a compliance box to tick; it’s the invisible thread holding together trust, reputation, and competitive advantage. When it breaks, the fallout is instant. In 2023, MOVEit’s data breach exposed millions of records, forcing hundreds of companies into costly damage control. But for every breach, there are also quiet success stories. Businesses that embed privacy into how they operate and, in doing so, build a reputation for reliability and...

“Technology should do the heavy lifting, so people can focus on what matters most.”  – Reid Hoffman  Whether you're an emerging...