The ultimate guide to Diligent Elevate 2026: Everything you need to know
By The Diligent team
Discover everything you need to know about Diligent Elevate 2026—dates, location, agenda, pricing and FAQs for the leading AI-powered GRC conference
Blog
· Jan 16, 2026
· 6 min read
IN-DEPTH: Dalton on new chapter for shareholder activism in Japan
By Jason Booth
In a record year for board seat wins, activists targeting the Asia market secured 37 seats at Japan-based companies, a significant uptick on 2024 when just seven seats were gained and up 28% when compared to 2023.
Blog
· Jan 16, 2026
· 5 min read
Work smarter across risk & audit: How our AI innovations are making every review count
By Meghan Day
Check out our latest risk and audit product updates to help teams to work smarter, move faster and stay in control.
Blog
· Jan 15, 2026
· 4 min read
Boards brace for 2026: Confidence rebounds, risk looms
By Dottie Schindlinger
Director confidence surged 23% at year-end, but risk looms large. Explore what’s driving optimism and how boards plan for 2026.
Blog
· Jan 15, 2026
· 4 min read
Material controls as strategic signals: What your list really says about your organisation
Learn how Provision 29 elevates material controls from a compliance task to a strategic signal — and why a focused, future-aligned list builds confidence with investors and stakeholders.
Blog
· Jan 15, 2026
· 4 min read
How to lighten the load for municipal clerks
By Kristin Karel
Discover how municipal clerks can save time and reduce stress with a digital solution like Diligent Community for agendas, minutes and transparency.
Blog
· Jan 14, 2026
· 5 min read
Get prepared for Japan’s Whistleblower Protection Act: What multinational employers need to know
By Kristy Grant-Hart
Learn how Japan’s 2025 whistleblower law changes impact multinational employers. Explore key amendments, compliance risks and steps to prepare before 2026
Blog
· Jan 14, 2026
· 5 min read
Governance prep without the scramble: New ways to plan, approve, and review faster in Diligent
By Yu-Kuan Lin
Discover practical updates for GCs and CoSecs to simplify board prep — plan agendas in one view, approve entity documents securely, and review essentials in minutes with AI-driven clarity.
Blog
· Jan 14, 2026
· 16 min read
Corporate governance reporting: Definition, requirements and best practices
By Jessica Donohue
Learn about corporate governance reporting, who writes and reads reports, regulatory requirements and how technology improves compliance.
Blog
· Jan 14, 2026
· 11 min read
The consequences of noncompliance: What every business needs to know
By Kezia Farnham
Learn the real consequences of noncompliance, from fines and imprisonment to hidden costs. Plus actionable steps to protect your business.
Blog
· Jan 14, 2026
· 13 min read
The complete guide to board meeting agenda templates
By Kezia Farnham
Free board meeting agenda templates for quarterly, annual, and strategic planning meetings. Learn how to create effective agendas that keep boards on track.
Blog
· Jan 14, 2026
· 10 min read
Enterprise risk management vs. traditional risk management: Which one is best for you?
By Jessica Donohue
Compare enterprise risk management vs traditional approaches. Learn key differences, assess your organization's fit, and discover transition strategies.