Technology & social mediaThe week in GRC: ABA group to assess impact of AI on legal profession and 3M’s board approves $6 bn earplug settlement Sep 01, 2023Ben Maiden– The Wall Street Journal (paywall) reported that 3M’s board approved a $6 bn settlement to resolve claims that its earplugs caused...Read more
Technology & social mediaAI tool allows anyone to generate score for sustainability reports Aug 21, 2023Tim HumanA new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tool has launched that allows users to assess the quality of climate-related disclosures in...Read more
Shareholders & activismThe week in GRC: ABA adopts changes to client-vetting rule and Target sued over LGBTQ+ merchandise backlash Aug 11, 2023Ben Maiden– The Financial Times (paywall) reported that the carbon-accounting business is booming as regulators, investors and consumers demand...Read more
Shareholders & activismThe week in GRC: Republican state AGs warn companies on diversity policies and manufacturers’ group wants shareholder proposal curbs Jul 14, 2023Ben Maiden– CNBC reported that the National Association of Manufacturers, in a letter to the House Financial Services Committee, criticized...Read more
Technology & social mediaThe week in GRC: ESG mentions in earnings calls have declined and EU lawmakers back tougher AI rules Jun 16, 2023Ben Maiden– The Guardian reported that the conservative backlash against US brands seems to have reached new heights over the last few weeks as...Read more
Technology & social mediaLawyers highlight pros and cons of AI May 04, 2023Ben MaidenAttorneys speaking at the Corporate Secretary Forum – Summer in New York last week pointed to some of the potential benefits and...Read more