SEC reward puts spotlight on India’s whistle-blower policy

Agama Law Associates partner Archana Balasubramanian shares her views on the protection of whistleblower anonymity and the use of AI in independent investigation in an article by The Financial Express titled “SEC reward puts spotlight on India’s whistle-blower policy“

Protection of whistle-blower anonymity

“The Indian version of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act does not have the necessary penalties and effective enforcement mechanisms in place. It is crucial to fill the existing gap in current laws to ensure the protection of whistle-blower anonymity,” said Archana Balasubramanian, partner at Agama Law Associates.

Use of AI in independent investigation

“Independent investigations and analysis of information disclosed to the stock exchanges and other relevant sources should be conducted before dismissing a complaint. This can be achieved by leveraging AI-based technologies,” said Balasubramanian.