With sanctions enforcement tightening and evasion tactics changing, organizations everywhere are reassessing how they navigate risk, compliance, and international operations.

In this episode of Risk Reframed, host Alex Pillow is joined by Hera Smith and Ted Datta, Industry Practice Leads at Moody’s, to break down what has changed in sanctions over the past year—and what businesses should be preparing for next. Together, they explore the shifting regulatory environment, the growing expectations placed on corporations outside of financial services, and the increasingly sophisticated nature of sanctions evasion. Key highlights include:  

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The risk landscape is evolving and so are we! By audience demand "KYC Decoded" has become "Risk Reframed". 

This Moody's Talks show will deliver insights across the risk areas, as well as providing practical strategies and thought leadership for risk professionals operating in today’s complex landscape. 

In this episode, host Alex Pillow is joined by Samantha Hall, Head of Commercial Strategy for Corporates at Moody’s, to discuss why reframing risk is essential for businesses navigating an era of rapid change. 

Together, they unpack interconnected risk, explore why unified strategies are the future, and how Moody’s is helping organizations stay ahead of cascading threats. 

Highlights include: 

• Top risk management themes to watch in 2026 
• What defines interconnected risk and its key drivers 
• Why this risk landscape demands unified risk management 
• Moody’s vision for predictive analytics, transparency, and trusted data 

Thanks for tuning in—whether you’re returning or new—and get ready for a bold era of Risk Reframed! 

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Forced labor remains a pressing challenge across global trade, often hidden deep in complex supply chains. As regulations tighten and scrutiny grows, businesses are rethinking how they achieve transparency and compliance. 

In this episode, Amy Morgan, VP of Trade at Altana, joins our host, Alex Pillow, to explore how companies can tackle forced labor risks in their supply chains. Amy shares insights on regulatory shifts, operational challenges, and how technology is transforming the compliance landscape. 

Highlights from their discussion include: 

• The challenge of detecting forced labor in modern supply chains 
• How laws and regulations are reshaping global trade practices 
• Lessons learned from real-world applications of AI in managing forced labor risk 
• How AI and data collaboration uncover hidden risks and support proactive compliance 
• What’s next for supply chain transparency and building resilience in global networks 

Additional resources: 

• Altana website
• Moody’s forced labor landing page

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Risk is no longer confined to a single department—it’s a business-wide challenge. In this episode, we explore how organizations can move from siloed approaches to a unified risk management strategy that drives resilience and competitive advantage. 

Host Alex Pillow is joined by Paul Nola, Partner at We Live Context, who shares insights from Moody’s latest study on unified risk management. This research draws on 50 in-depth interviews with senior executives across industries and regions. 

Their discussion explores what unified risk management means, why it matters now, and how organizations can move from siloed compliance to integrated, strategic risk management. Key highlights include: 

• The five factors that most influence an organization’s risk approach 
• Why continuity and resilience are top priorities today 
• How organizations prioritize risks that are both high-impact and difficult to manage 
• The critical role executive leadership plays in shaping risk management strategies 
• The structural, cultural, and technological challenges that prevent companies from adopting unified risk management 

Visit our website to read the full report. 

Register for our webinar to hear insights from the study on Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 2:00 PM UTC | 9:00 AM ET 

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BIS 50% Rule: What you need to know

The BIS 50% Rule is coming—but it’s already reshaping screening activities. By making ownership the deciding factor for the US Entity List, this rule could expose hidden connections, highlight new risks, and impel companies to rethink how they manage global trade and global due diligence. 

In this episode, host Alex Pillow, is joined by Moody’s Industry Practice Lead, Hera Smith, to unpack what this rule will likely mean for businesses worldwide. Together, they explore the effects across industries and answer the questions that matter most: 

• What is the BIS 50% Rule and what loophole does it close? 
• How does it compare to OFAC’s 50% Rule? 
• What will the penalties be for violating this regulation? 
• Which industries will be most affected, and how should compliance teams adapt now? 
• What does effective collaboration between vendors and practitioners look like? 

Since the recording, implementation has changed and will now be enforced from November 2026.

Additional resources: 

• Bureau of Industry & Security website
• Moody’s blogs 
  • BIS 50% Rule – what is it and what has changed?
  • What are the differences between the BIS 50% Rule and the OFAC 50% Rule?

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What if your compliance controls aren’t doing what you think they are? In a world where regulations shift overnight and data moves faster than ever, continuous monitoring is your second line of defense – testing, validating, and strengthening controls before risk becomes reality.  

In this episode, host Alex Pillow sits down with Anu Mathur Boyd, Head of Continuous Monitoring at ING, and Francis Marinier, Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s to unpack the importance of continuous monitoring: what it is, why it matters, and how it’s evolving to meet the pace and complexity of today’s regulatory landscape. Their conversation covers: 

• Why continuous monitoring is critical for ensuring compliance controls work 
• The types of tests continuous monitoring teams use to identify gaps and validate controls 
• How compliance teams can shift from reacting to regulatory changes to building proactive, resilient systems 
• The value of keeping humans in the loop—especially when navigating complex data and AI-driven systems 
• Why teams are striving to achieve data interoperability—and how it can unlock smarter, more scalable compliance 

Additional resources: 

• Moody’s original research on AI in risk-related compliance
• Moody’s data interoperability landing page
• Moody’s blogs

To learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch; we would love to hear from you. 

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In this episode, we dive into the findings of Moody’s latest global study on the use of artificial intelligence in risk-related compliance — an evolution of our 2023 research. This new report explores how attitudes, adoption, and applications of AI have shifted across industries and regions.  

We’re joined once again by Paul Nola, Partner at We Live Context, who returns to the show with host, Alex Pillow. Together, they explore the latest trends and insights from key benefits and drivers to barriers and concerns. Tune in as they discuss: 

• How organizations are adopting and integrating AI 
• The rise of agentic AI and its growing role in business  
• The critical role of human oversight in AI-driven compliance 
• Navigating the risks and challenges of AI adoption  
• Why companies want a seat at the table in shaping AI regulation 
• What the future of AI holds for companies and their goals 

For additional information: 

• Download our report: From reactive to proactive: How AI is transforming risk and compliance
• Watch our webinar recording: Mind the gap: AI’s big leap in risk and compliance

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Moody’s and SAP are transforming how organizations approach risk, data, and trust—together. By combining Moody’s proficiency in risk data and analytics with SAP’s powerful enterprise software and cloud solutions, this partnership is paving the way for faster, smarter decision-making across industries. 

In this episode, host Alex Pillow sits down with Marc Geal, Head of Product Technology and Experience at SAP, and Ben Holloway, Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships Business Development at Moody’s, to explore how the two organizations are aligning around a shared vision for integrated data and decision intelligence. Their conversation unpacks topics such as: 

• The strategic and natural alignment that drives the Moody’s–SAP partnership  
• A fresh take on master data management with the “keyring” approach  
• Breaking down silos to foster collaboration across departments and organizations 
• The role of trust as the foundation for adopting AI responsibly  
• Why interoperability and governance are becoming critical in a data-driven world 
• What initiatives lie ahead for the Moody’s–SAP partnership 

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What do 1,000+ supply chain conversations teach us about resilience, innovation, and leadership? 

In this episode of KYC Decoded, Scott Luton, founder, CEO, and host of Supply Chain Now, sits down with host Alex Pillow, to share his hard-earned insights from years of frontline dialogue with industry leaders. 

With global disruption reshaping how organizations think about sourcing, automation, and strategy, this conversation dives deep into the evolving role of supply chain in today’s interconnected world. Listen along as they explore topics such as: 

• How artificial intelligence, machine learning, and access to data are transforming supply chain operations 
• Why supply chain resilience is now a board-level priority and what that means for strategic planning 
• Growing awareness of supply chain complexity and the hidden causes behind major disruptions 
• Rising demand for interoperability—ensuring multiple tools and technologies work seamlessly together  
• The three most important traits for successful supply chain professionals today 

Additional resources: 

• Supply Chain Now podcast
• Moody’s Supplier Risk landing page

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How does one crypto transaction spiral into a $1.5 billion cybercrime? The Bybit heist.

This wasn’t just the largest crypto theft in history—it was a criminal feat of deception that exposed how even sophisticated systems can be breached when fraud, cybersecurity, and human oversight don’t align. 

In this episode, we are excited to welcome returning guest Geoff White, investigative journalist and creator of The Lazarus Heist podcast, to join host, Alex Pillow, in examining one of the most audacious crypto thefts to-date. 

• How did hackers executed the largest crypto theft in history while making operations seem normal from the inside?
• Tactics used in the heist and the broader implications of money laundering in the crypto space 
• The impact of remote work on verifying employee legitimacy and protecting organizational value 
• What the aftermath of money laundering looks like for victims—can stolen crypto ever be recovered? 
• How companies can map where value resides across departments—and identify weak links before attackers do 

For more information, check out the resources below:  

• Cyber Siege: From Russia to Redcar
• The Lazarus Heist podcast

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