Since its worldwide launch at an April press conference in Mexico City, interest in Converus’ (www.converus.com) new lie detection technology, dubbed “EyeDetect,” has steadily grown. The start-up company has received queries worldwide and has held meetings with several large companies throughout Latin America. To help manage the growth, Converus has ... Read More
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Aug2014
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Aug2014
By Jeff Pizzino, APR, Corporate Communication –
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden told African leaders they must do more to fight corruption in their countries if they want more trade with America. This was the clear message given by Biden at a recent summit in Washington. The goal of the summit ... Read More
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Aug2014
By Adam Decker, Marketing –
Following up on reported cases of fraud last year, the New Zealand government conducted an investigation. The findings revealed that $88 million in benefits were given to people who did not qualify.
More than 1,880 welfare recipients with a history of fraud were put on a watch ... Read More
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Aug2014
By Jeff Pizzino, APR, Corporate Communications –
At the core of corruption is self-indulgence. When power is exploited and self-indulgence is fed, self interest emerges and corruption thrives. Corruption can include financial benefit, material goods, sexual favors, business opportunities or other services. In any case, it can have lasting effects.
The effect ... Read More
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Aug2014
By Jeff Pizzino, APR, Corporate Communications –
While we often talk about fraud and corruption in government, there are cases from other industries. The world of capitalism is full of opportunities for individuals to defraud. Many take advantage of opportunities without thought of endangering others.
One such case is the airline parts ... Read More
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Jul2014
By Jeff Pizzino, APR, Corporate Communications –
Even in the ultra-conservative State of Utah, corruption is no stranger. Regardless of the political environment, corrupt officers and politicians find their way into positions of power where they can wield influence.
Bribery and corruption in political office are the charges of the day, involving ... Read More
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Jul2014
By Brianne Burr, Marketing –
Food is the substance of life; no one can live without it. Many people work in food services and in food production as a means to earn a living and to allow the rest of us to eat.
In today’s economy, each job is valuable and should ... Read More
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Jul2014
By Russ Warner, VP Marketing & Operations –
Many cases of corrupt government officials have made the news in recent years. As such, it has become easier to place blame and point fingers when politics go awry. Corruption charges should not be taken lightly, and sometimes the innocent are taken ... Read More
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Jul2014
By Brianne Burr, Marketing –
One of the worst places to see corruption is in governments where high-level positions affect a lot of people. Of course, these sorts of power positions are those that are most attractive to and most easily sought out by those who would be corrupt leaders. Governments ... Read More
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Jul2014
By Russ Warner, VP Marketing & Operations –
Corruption is rampant and prevalent in government. In politics, sometimes the desire for power is a greater incentive than integrity. For this reason, it’s especially important for government bodies to make efforts to stop anti-corruption.
Anti-corruption plans at the national level can strengthen ... Read More
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