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Bribery and Corruption: Navigating the Global Risks

Bribery and corruption are major problems in the world today, and they pose significant risks to individuals, companies, and governments alike. Bribery and Corruption: Navigating the Global Risks, written by Brian P. Loughman, is a comprehensive guide to understanding and managing these risks. 

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Anti Money Laundering: What you Need to Know

Anti-Money Laundering: What You Need to Know by Susan Grossley is a concise and accessible guide that provides readers with a foundational understanding of money laundering and its implications. Geared towards individuals and organisations seeking a clear overview of the topic, Grossley's book offers key insights and practical advice to enhance awareness and compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations.

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The Honest Truth About Dishonesty: How We Lie to Everyone—Especially Ourselves

In The Honest Truth About Dishonesty: How We Lie to Everyone—Especially Ourselves, Dan Ariely explores the psychological and environmental factors that drive people to behave dishonestly. Drawing on experiments and real-world examples, Ariely challenges conventional notions that dishonesty stems from a cost-benefit analysis of potential gain versus risk. Instead, he demonstrates that dishonesty is a complex, often subconscious process shaped by human psychology and situational influences.

Anti Money Laundering What You Need to Know

The Bribery and Corruption Casebook: The View from Under the Table is a thought-provoking book written by Joseph T. Wells and Laura Hymes, which delves into the dark and pervasive world of bribery and corruption. With an emphasis on real-life case studies and insightful analysis, the book sheds light on the various aspects of these unethical practices, their consequences, and the strategies employed to combat them.

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Blind Spots: Why We Fail to Do What's Right and What to Do About It

In Blind Spots: Why We Fail to Do What's Right and What to Do About It, Max H. Bazerman and Ann E. Tenbrunsel delve into the psychological and social mechanisms that cause individuals and organisations to act unethically despite their intentions to uphold moral standards. The book explores the gap between who people think they are and how they actually behave, focusing on the concept of "bounded ethicality"—the idea that our ability to act ethically is limited by cognitive biases and situational pressures.

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Bribery: Law and Practice

“Bribery Law and Practice” is a comprehensive guide to the laws and practices related to bribery in the UK. The book is authored by Monty Raphael QC, a leading criminal defence barrister with extensive experience in representing clients in high-profile corruption cases. The book is designed to be a practical guide for lawyers, businesses, and individuals dealing with bribery and corruption issues.

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