From Russia to Myanmar, the global sanctions net is tightening and Singapore based businesses are feeling the pressure. Recent headlines involving CCIC Singapore and Splendent Technologies show how even indirect exposure can lead to serious consequences. What is driving this increase in enforcement and how can companies here protect themselves?

On Industry Insight, we speak with Haider Mannan, founder of risk intelligence firm BIGTXN to unpack the fast-evolving sanctions landscape, why traditional compliance is no longer enough and the practical steps all businesses should take to avoid getting caught in the crossfire.