Forensic Risk Alliance Co-founding Partner Frances McLeod shared her perspective on AI and data analytics, developments in cryptocurrency and compliance, and why experienced judgment remains an important part of forensic investigations in her Q&A for the 2026 Lexology Index Thought Leaders: GIR guide.

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