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Unlocking data’s future value: A new role for CFOs
An emerging financial model is allowing businesses to monetise the current and future value of data as an asset that can be securitised and traded.ISSB to allow year of relief for companies’ sustainability disclosures
First-year reporting companies do not need to disclose risks beyond climate; IESBA publishes proposed work plan.They’re back! Boomerang employees are returning to old jobs
Many employees regret leaving their previous company during the Great Resignation, and they are asking to return.Global dealmaking sinks to lowest level in more than a decade
M&A deal volumes in 2023 Q1 dropped 44% in the US, 70% in Europe, and 29% in Asia Pacific, according to recently released data.IOSCO sets out vision for global assurance framework
Two other international standard setters praise the report; IASB announces a project exploring link between company financial statements and climate risks.How organisations can be more relatable and minimise burnout risk
With employees feeling less energised, organisations need to adapt in a number of ways to keep a thriving workforce, a global study shows.5 strategies for delivering a memorable presentation
Addressing finance professionals at a conference requires knowledge of your audience, credibility, a great intro, and more.China’s Alibaba to break up empire into six units, as Jack Ma returns home
The largest restructuring in its 24-year history will allow most of the separate business units to consider IPOs, the company said.How to resolve ethical dilemmas step by step
The CIMA Ethics Checklist provides steps to help CIMA members resolve ethical dilemmas.IASB proposes narrow-scope amendments to IFRS 9
This week’s roundup examines the recent developments in corporate reporting, including guidance for audit firms from the UK Financial Reporting Council.Scaling artificial intelligence: A pivotal strategy for businesses
Technology leaders say that scaling artificial intelligence is the top priority for data strategy, and many leaders plan to increase investment in this area to be AI-driven by 2025.Analysis: Social media-driven bank runs burden regulators with a bigger problem
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank illustrates the new risk of social media-fuelled bank runs.Companies scrambling to secure tech talent for internal audit teams
Less than one-third of audit team leaders surveyed have access to the talent they need to fuel AI and machine learning solutions. Leaders are trying a variety of approaches to bridge the gap.‘People data’, a key to success, often not utilised
The gap between the amount of data collected and what is reviewed by business and HR leaders is “a concerning and recurring theme”, a report says.IESBA releases guidance for PIE revisions; UK plans to reduce carbon emissions
This week’s roundup examines the latest developments in corporate reporting, along with the UK government’s plans to reduce carbon emissions.Spring budget focuses on support and growth opportunities for SMEs
The UK government’s budget looks to simplify the tax regime and enable more R&D investment support for small businesses.Travel sector mulls green future, but tourists reluctant to pay
Sustainability is a key consideration for 24% of travellers, but only 5% to 10% are willing to pay at least a moderate surcharge for it, a survey found.How companies are managing pay and rewards amid high inflation
Finance advises HR and leadership on what is possible for pay increases, rewards, and overall salary and people headcount costs.UK businesses could save money under new data laws; FRC revises TAS 100
This week’s roundup examines developments in corporate reporting, along with an announcement on the UK’s sustainability partnership with Canada.
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