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Blog

· Jun 6, 2025

· 3 min read

UK publishes revised stewardship code for 2026

By Josh Black

The U.K. Financial Reporting Council has unveiled a revamped Stewardship Code set to take effect on January 1, 2026, emphasizing sustainability and transparency while reducing reporting burdens for signatories. Designed to enhance engagement quality and streamline disclosures, the updated Code introduces specific principles for different signatory categories, including enhanced guidelines for proxy advisers. This significant revision aims to foster trust in U.K. markets and bolster the economy's long-term growth.

What makes a truly exceptional board director?

Blog

· Jun 5, 2025

· 4 min read

What makes a truly exceptional board director? 

By Dottie Schindlinger

Inside the WSJ’s top 250 directors report

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Blog

· Jun 5, 2025

· 7 min read

Using AI for good at the board level: Are we ready for this?

By John Horn

Are we prepared to implement AI for board-level cyber risk management? Discover insights and strategies.

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Blog

· Jun 4, 2025

· 5 min read

Leveraging AI for smarter entity management

By Mark Nelson

AI is revolutionizing entity management, making corporate governance more efficient. Discover how to streamline compliance with cutting-edge software.

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Blog

· Jun 3, 2025

· 5 min read

Diligent Q&A – Samantha McMacken on Navigating Supply Chain Risks, Leadership Skills and Harnessing AI

By Michele Steinmetz

Compliance in Action Virtual Summit: Speaking with Leading Compliance Experts

Colleagues choosing the best entity structure

Blog

· Jun 3, 2025

· 18 min read

What is an entity structure? Tips to choose the right one

By Meghan Day

Choosing an entity structure that will propel your business forward is essential, and it’s not always easy. Discover tips on how to choose the right one.

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Blog

· Jun 3, 2025

· 20 min read

What are corporate records? Management, compliance & more

By Meghan Day

Corporate records are required by a corporation to show that it is functioning according to the rules of the regulatory body. Learn more about corporate records.

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Blog

· May 30, 2025

· 3 min read

From west to east: How shareholder activism has taken root in Asian markets

By Josh Black

Explore how shareholder activism is evolving across Asian markets, with new governance strategies, key players and data-driven insights from DMI.

Board declassification ramps up

Blog

· May 30, 2025

· 5 min read

IN-DEPTH: Investors ramp up board declassification efforts as governance returns to forefront

By Simon Roughneen

Staggered boards are having a moment, with ESG-oriented shareholders and financially-driven activist investors making more declassification demands so far this year.

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Blog

· May 30, 2025

· 18 min read

What is money laundering? Definition, examples, & prevention

Writing on governance, risk, compliance and audit since 2020

By Kezia Farnham

Modern corporations must have policies and practices to avoid the penalties that can be implicated if found guilty of money laundering. Discover what it is and how to prevent it.

Reasons you know you're a school board secretary

Blog

· May 30, 2025

· 6 min read

10 reasons you know you’re a school board secretary

By Bebe-Lynn Kew

School board secretaries, you're the unsung heroes! From mastering open meetings math to juggling FOIA requests, Diligent Community has your back.

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Blog

· May 30, 2025

· 18 min read

Strategies for corporate risk management: A complete guide

Writing on governance, risk, compliance and audit since 2020

By Kezia Farnham

Strategies for corporate risk management could include shifts in consumer demand and preferences, legal and regulatory changes, and many more

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