Cyber Roundup – February 2020
Healthy skepticism can help avoid falling for phishing schemes and way-out-there data equipment/systems scams; testing can help ensure that the data system actually works and supports your company’s stated policies and procedures; and, knowledge allows for expanding data enhancements and securing the necessary and appropriate hardware, the software and the data. It is hoped that incidents reported in Cyber Roundup provide you with […]
Cyber Roundup – November 2019
Although October was designated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, that didn’t stop any of the cybercriminals last month from doing what they do best – key logging, ransoming, hacking, phishing, etc. Just maybe ‒ because you are becoming more and more knowledgeable about the vulnerabilities of the internet ‒ […]
Cyber Roundup – October 2019
Given the cyber misconduct reported for September alone we need to plan and devise ways to protect our cyber privacy and not wait to be victimized. Not only is it technical data that is being compromised, but cybercriminals have now found ways to use our human qualities – like our voice, finger prints, etc. – […]
Seeking finance – how to put your best foot forward.
As traditional banks tighten their lending appetites, a new wave of lenders have emerged to plug the gap. But they are known for their rigorous review and vetting process.
Business Email Compromise: the scam duping businesses across the world
Businesses across the world are being bombarded by a range of cyber scams with one of the most prevalent being Business Email Compromise (BEC), also known as ‘CEO Fraud’.
Moving from a high tax state? Be prepared for a residency audit
“Should I stay or should I go?” sang The Clash years ago. Residents of New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, Rhode Island, California and other high tax states are now singing a similar song. The thought of moving to a lower tax state is more prevalent than ever in light of the federal Tax Cuts and […]
Cyber Roundup – September 2019
Key Cyber Events The following is a rundown of what happened during the month of August 2019. We welcome your comments, insights and questions. 2019 is on course to be another recording breaking year for data breaches. In a report issued by Risk Based Security, it was stated that 3,813 breaches were reported through June […]
Whistleblowing In The Boardroom – Part 3
Whistleblowing is in the news at the moment and headlines tell us that not everyone seems happy about it! A university survey of 17,778 individuals revealed that whistleblowers are still treated badly by their management or colleagues in 42.1% of cases according to reporters and 34.1% according to managers.
Is Publicly Listing right for your business?
Our corporate finance team often advises businesses throughout the listing process. Some owners we speak to have a preconceived notion that listing is automatically the ultimate goal for any business. But as good a question as “when” is “why”?
Khun Uraiwan Khamngren appointed Branch Manager of PKF Eastern Seaboard
I am very pleased to announce that Khun Uraiwan Khamngren has joined us as our ESB Branch Manager serving our clients, partners and prospective clients in this fast moving and dynamic region. In this role Khun Uraiwan will report directly to Andrew McBean, CEO of PKF Thailand and also work closely with all our Bangkok-based professionals, as well as our team on […]
