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Demographics are routinely cited as a factor influencing unrest, elections, economic fortunes, politics.   Join Claudine Fry and Serena Pilkington as they unpack current global demographic trends, how these drive everything from economic vitality to unrest, and the implications for business now and into the future.    

On and off the pitch the use of digital technology is becoming increasingly relied upon by the sporting industry. But in this era of growing connectivity, are organisations in danger of being kicked into touch by ever more sophisticated threat actors? Control Risks Partner Nic Reys sits down with Control Risks Global Head of Sport, Entertainment and Major Events, Daniel Heal and Senior Consultant,...

Thailand will be holding its general elections less than a week, on 14 May. This upcoming election is shaping up to be the most competitive one since 2011. In the past, elections have almost always favoured the current opposition party Pheu Thai led by former premier Thaksin Shinawatra. Now, Thaksin – more specifically his daughter – is now back in the spotlight as Pheu Thai tries to repeat its el...

As the hype and media chatter around Artificial Intelligence grows, organisations and boards are increasingly facing questions regarding the impact of this emerging technology and how best to prepare for it. In this episode, Nic Reys is joined by Control Risks Partner Michele Wiener as they discuss the implications of artificial intelligence today and into the future. Find out more about our cyber...

The message from Western developed economies, but particularly from the United States, is to stop making things so far away from home. Is this the end of globalisation? Join  Charles Hecker  and  Claudine Fry for a conversation with Control Risks experts Alejandra Soto and Aryaman Bhatnagar about what the outlook for two nearshoring hotspots, Mexico and India, tells us about where supply chains, m...

In March, the White House released its National Cybersecurity Strategy with the aim “to better secure cyberspace and ensure the United States is in the strongest possible position to realize all the benefits and potential of our digital future”. Join Steve Sacks on a Decrypt Deep Dive for an overview of what’s included, the key takeaways for business, and how the strategy can play a role in cyber...

The Communist Party of Vietnam has been on an aggressive anti-corruption drive. Earlier this year, in a move unprecedented in recent Vietnamese political history, three key national leaders including the ex-president were forced to step down on charges of corruption.  The campaign, commonly described as the ‘burning furnace’, has mainly affected the real estate, healthcare and banking sectors, but...

Without the necessary and effective preparation, cyber crisis management can look very different in practice compared to on paper, leaving organisations exposed to an increased potential for damage. Join Stina Connor for a discussion with Control Risks experts Elspeth Robertson and Emma Sanderson on the key challenges organisations face with cyber crisis management and how they can effectively pre...

China’s reopening after three years of zero-COVID policy has been one of the most discussed topics for international companies recently. The policy shift spurred hopes of a broad economic revival. With pent-up demand being released, China saw a strong rebound in consumption in January, directed at sectors like tourism and retail. Business activity is also picking up, something that can be seen in...

Investing in African Mining Indaba is a staple in the mining industry’s calendar. This year over 6,500 attendees came together to discuss and explore the latest trends and developments in Africa’s mineral industry. With ESG, digitization, diversity, transparency, decarbonisation and technology being high on the agenda , one thing was clear throughout: the time for African mining is now.   Join Sha...

The invasion of Ukraine by Russia was designed to decapitate the Ukrainian administration in just a matter of days. The war has now ground on for a year. What does the long-term really look like? Join  Charles Hecker  and  Claudine Fry for a conversation with Control Risks expert Anna Walker to discuss the near-term uncertainty for the conflict on the ground, the potential end goals for both Russi...

Pakistan is expected to hold general elections later this year, but the country is also grappling with serious economic challenges and mounting security threats. Join Control Risks senior analyst Arsla Jawaid and Chris Torrens , Partner as they discuss how Pakistan has been drawing on key strategic bilateral relationships ahead of its 2023 elections – specifically with China, which is envisioning...

Catastrophic failures in the digital domain and large-scale cyber spill over have been puzzlingly absent from the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Why? Join Nicolas Reys for a discussion with Control Risks experts Stina Connor and Jayan Perera about the not always clear-cut cyber risk lessons of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, what companies and governments are getting right in protecting themselves, and the...

There has been much discussion recently about the erosion of democracy worldwide. As always, the picture is more nuanced than it seems at first glance. In 2023, where does democracy stand? Join  Charles Hecker  and  Claudine Fry for a conversation with Control Risks' expert Achmad Sukarsono and Elisabeth Braw, Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, about how businesses should be appro...

Nic Reys is joined by Control Risks Principal Lianne Kennedy-Boudali and Senior Consultant Steve Sacks to discuss how bringing together defenders from both the physical and cyber domains in your organisation can be the first crucial step in deterring and mitigating emerging threats to your organisation. Find out more about our cyber and digital services .   Email cyber@controlrisks.com to get in t...

How will China project itself on the world stage in 2023? Join  Charles Hecker  and  Claudine Fry for a conversation with Control Risks' lead China Analyst, Andrew Gilholm, about the foreign policy implications of the recent National Chinese Communist Party Congress, the outlook for business critical issues like supply chain, and China’s relationship with the US and Russia.    Find out more about...

In the absence of easily accessible public record information, employing unique intelligence-gathering techniques to support disputes and recovery efforts can unlock the information needed to make informed decisions and shape effective legal strategies.  This is particularly true when conducting investigations or seeking enforcement in opaque jurisdictions, such as many Middle Eastern countries, w...

Few National Congresses of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in history seem to have generated as much global media attention and market response as this year’s, underscoring how business is increasingly driven by politics. Companies are concerned about how China's political trajectory and business environment will evolve over the next five years or more. Have the fundamentals of China's long-ter...

Which factors are driving inflation and, in turn, how is the rising cost of living driving social unrest worldwide? What do businesses need to know when evaluating the efficacy of government policies and moves by central banks? Join Claudine Fry and Jonathan Wood for a conversation with Ben May , Director of Global Macroeconomic Research at Oxford Economics about the impacts of inflation on global...

The Pacific Islands are gaining attention amid the great power rivalry. All sides are stepping up their engagement with the region to expand influence. But the Pacific islands are not just pawns in the geopolitical contest – they are taking it as a chance to promote their own agenda, which may lead to new interest from businesses. Angela Mancini , Partner, has a talk with Daniel Rechtschaffen , An...

With hard-built reputations on the line, the increasing prevalence of double extortion ransomware attacks are costing organisations more than just their financial stability. Control Risks Partner Nic Reys sits down with experts Luke Fardell and Mark Fawcett to discuss the dangers from threat actors around double extortion and what makes for an effective response to them. Find out more about our cy...

Cryptocurrency, bitcoin, blockchain, distributed ledgers, CBDCs – the flood of new terms and concepts surrounding digital currency can make your head spin. How should companies be approaching this fundamental shift to the way the world transacts, and why are central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) a key development to watch? Join  Charles Hecker  and  Claudine Fry for a conversation with Josh Lips...

Sri Lanka still faces political uncertainty and deep economic turmoil. Global attention remains on the country. Economies with the potential for similar issues see its plans to manage debt with international creditors and set for IMF bailout to be replicable, and – despite the challenges – there are still opportunities in Sri Lanka for international businesses. Join Angela Mancini , Partner, as sh...

The energy crisis spurred by the Russia-Ukraine conflict has led to the weaponisation of energy by governments and blocs on all sides to protect their energy security. Join  Charles Hecker  and  Claudine Fry for conversation with Control Risks experts Oksana Antonenko and Patrick Osgood about how energy weaponisation is manifesting differently around the world, the implications for energy transiti...

The imprisonment of Malaysia's former Prime Minister Najib Razak made headlines recently. The scandal tied directly to him is not just a personal blow, but also affects the prospects of the United Malays National Organisation (UMNO), Malaysia’s leading political party. While political stability is a perennial issue in Malaysia, it remains a well-placed investment destination for companies looking...