Bribery is the offering, promising, giving, or accepting of an undue advantage (money, gifts, favors, etc.) to improperly influence someone’s behavior. It’s a form of corruption that undermines fair competition and ethical business practices. Employees are often the first to witness bribery within an organization. They might observe colleagues offering bribes to secure contracts, manipulate bids, or gain preferential treatment. Whistleblowers can report suspected bribery to internal or external authorities to expose the bribery scheme and initiate an investigation. Investigations triggered by whistleblower reports can lead to uncovering the entire bribery network and prosecuting those involved. This deters future bribery attempts and promotes ethical conduct within the organization. Whistleblower laws exist to safeguard employees who report bribery or other illegal activities. These laws prevent employers from retaliating against whistleblowers who expose bribery within the company.