The effect of digitization on corporate fraud detection evidence from China

Zhan Xu, Solomon Wang and Junchen Ye

International Review of Financial Analysis, 2024, vol. 96, issue PB

Abstract: In this paper, we explore the impact of firm digitization on corporate fraud, focusing on Chinese publicly listed companies. Our findings show that firms with higher levels of digitization are less likely to engage in fraud and are more likely to be detected if fraud occurs. This effect is especially pronounced in environments with high information asymmetry and low external scrutiny, highlighting the positive role of digitization in improving governance through enhanced information disclosure. Additionally, digitization strengthens internal controls and operational performance. Our research shows that technological advancements play a key role in regulating corporate behaviors. This finding not only adds to the studies of corporate misconduct but also provides strong support for the government's commitment in digital transformation across businesses.

Keywords: Digitization; Fraud detection; Fraud inclination (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.1016/j.irfa.2024.103788

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