Investigations

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Prevent, investigate, and resolve complex fraud schemes

Fraud, corruption, and accounting irregularities can happen in any organization at any time—and schemes are increasingly complex in nature. When an incident occurs, you need a team with the expertise and experience to investigate quickly and thoroughly.

Our skilled investigative professionals understand the nuances of conducting evidence-driven investigations and can help uncover and resolve issues that could pose significant risks to your bottom line.

BDO’s multidisciplinary team—accredited forensic accountants, investigators, certified fraud examiners, anti-money laundering specialists, financial forensic professionals, data scientists, and forensic technology professionals—has you covered.

Our services include qualified expert witness testimony; regulatory compliance and investigations; corporate investigations; corruption prevention, compliance, and investigation; money laundering prevention, compliance, and investigation; and cybersecurity breach prevention and investigation.

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Cryptocurrency execs charged for $2.4 billion ponzi scheme

How can investors avoid crypto scams? Recognize the red flags as we break down a massive cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme.

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Fraud deconstructed: Lessons learned from the Theranos fraud scandal

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Former tech unicorn Theranos rose to a valuation of $9 billion. We explore the factors behind the company's downfall.

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Fraud deconstruction: How the notorious FTX crypto exchange allegedly defrauded ...

March 23, 2023

We explore how the FTX cryptocurrency exchange allegedly defrauded investors out of more than $1.8 billion.

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Resume of a fraudster: how to detect fraud in the workplace

March 06, 2023

The warning signs of employee fraud are not always obvious. These red flags can help you detect a pattern of behaviour and protect your business.

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Red flags throughout the lifecycle of an infrastructure project

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Disputes are common in complex P3 infrastructure projects. This guide identifies red flags throughout the project lifecycle to help minimize the risks...

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Fraud deconstructed: Learn anti-money laundering strategies to better avoid fina...

January 10, 2023

How can your business avoid involvement in money laundering? Learn the red flags as we explore a financial fraud scheme.

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Fraud deconstructed: Eight fraudsters charged for alleged securities fraud

November 28, 2022

How can you avoid securities fraud? Our case study breaks down a pump-and-dump scam to help you watch for red flags.

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Mitigating supply chain risks through insurance

November 22, 2022

Certain types of insurance can help mitigate losses from supply chain disruption. We explain key strategies and considerations your organization can i...

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Fraud deconstructed: Cryptocurrency execs charged for $2.4 billion Ponzi scheme

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How can investors avoid crypto scams? Recognize the red flags as we break down a massive cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme.

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Learn how Trustees can proactively safeguard today’s modern form of currency, personal data, to protect their plan members in a Plans and Trusts featu...

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10 reasons to update the IRB calculation

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There are times when a claims adjuster should update the income replacement benefit (IRB) calculation. Find out the 10 reasons why.

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Cybersecurity and cyber insurance: How a two-pronged approach can build bulletpr...

July 14, 2022

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Fraud deconstructed: How a key provincial program became a target of employee fr...

May 04, 2022

We explore an occupational fraud scheme targeting an Ontario COVID-19 aid program and share fraud mitigation strategies.

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Employee fraud: A guide for fraud prevention, detection, and response

March 03, 2022

Employee fraud is a serious issue affecting Canadian organizations of all sizes, in all sectors. Our guide can help you spot the warning signs and mit...

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Solutions to address key challenges and complex issues—including labour shortages, government regulation, and economic volatility—to help you stay competitive.

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