Day: March 31, 2020

New Guide Aids Internal Audit Work on Data Privacy Framework

On By IA360 Staff

The Institute of Internal Auditors has released a new report to assist internal auditors in assessing their current level of preparedness regarding privacy and data protection issues. The first guide in a three-part series, “Privacy and Data Protection — Internal Audit’s Role in Establishing a Resilient Framework,” provides guidance on Read More

SEC Whistleblower program

SEC Awards Compliance Whistleblower $450K After Company Ignored Complaint

On By Joseph McCafferty

The Securities and Exchange Commission awarded a whistleblower “with compliance-related responsibilities” $450,000 for providing information that helped in a successful enforcement action. While the SEC didn’t name the whistleblower, the company involved, or provide his or her title—in keeping with its confidentiality protections—it did say in a statement that it Read More