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13 June 2026 Financial Services Intelligence Watch

Greenwashing scrutiny intensifies as regulators examine climate claims

A recent appeal by TotalEnergies against a ruling of South Africa's Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) has reignited debate around greenwashing and the growing challenge of climate-related marketing claims. According to a Daily Maverick analysis, the dispute centres on whether a technically accurate statement regarding reduced carbon emissions can still ...

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Microsoft strengthens human rights oversight of technology use

Microsoft has announced a series of enhanced human rights controls following an internal review into the use of its cloud technology by Israeli security agencies. According to The Guardian, the review was launched after reports that Microsoft Azure services had been used to support large-scale surveillance activities involving intercepted Palestinian ...

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Carbon markets gaining importance in the transition to net zero

Carbon credits are expected to play an increasingly important role in helping organisations achieve their net-zero commitments, according to a recent global study reported by Out-Law.com. The survey found that more than 80% of investors and project developers believe carbon credits will become a critical component of corporate decarbonisation ...

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Working Smart

By Lee Rossini

Strategic planning is the process of defining a business’s long-term direction, setting priorities, allocating resources, and establishing a roadmap to achieve business objectives. It helps businesses move beyond day-to-day operations to focus on sustainable growth, competitive positioning, and future opportunities. While strategic planning is essential for businesses of all sizes, smaller businesses face unique challenges that can make the process difficult and, in some cases, neglected altogether.

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