When war disrupts everything from power grids to supply chains, McDonald’s is refusing to walk away from Ukraine. A reduced menu is not a retreat—it is proof that the company is determined to keep showing up for the people and communities it serves.
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A company reportedly tied to Russia’s FSB masqueraded as an American security vendor. Weak federal vetting may have exposed sensitive U.S. practices to a hostile foreign power. Not a good look, to say the least.
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The (lack) of accountability of the F-35 program is a cautionary tale for every organization: if a program with America’s most sensitive technology can lose track of critical assets, any business can be vulnerable to weak controls. Accountability is not just for classified government programs—it is how companies protect their people, customers, assets, and future. Are you on track with your firm?
September 19, 2026 · 2 min
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