Moody’s Talks: Risk Reframed

Trade credit is a critical but often overlooked part of managing business risk, sitting at the intersection of sales, finance, and cash flow. In this episode, we explore how trade credit has evolved into a strategic lever for organizations navigating today’s complex risk environment.

Eefje Van Craen, Lead Strategist for Trade Credit at Moody’s, joins host Alex Pillow to unpack what trade credit really means in a B2B context and why it plays a central role in customer onboarding and risk management. They discuss how trade credit has shifted from a back-office control function to a forward-looking, data-driven discipline that supports growth while protecting cash flow. 

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Third-party risk management (TPRM) has become a critical discipline as organizations navigate increasingly complex supplier networks and emerging risks. This episode breaks down some of the fundamentals of TPRM and why getting the basics right can matter so much.

In this episode, Marisol Lopez Mellado, Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s, joins host Alex Pillow to unpack third-party risk management, clarify how it differs from related concepts, like supply chain risk, and outline what best-in-class programs look like. Together, they explore how organizations are defining, structuring, and modernizing TPRM programs to better identify, assess, and mitigate risks across their extended business relationships.

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AI-powered agents have changed how commerce works and how risk is now managed across industries. 

In this, our landmark 100th, episode of the podcast, the conversation turns to what agentic commerce means for trust, fraud, and decision-making at scale.

In this special, milestone edition, Shaked Vax, Head of Product Strategy and Partnerships at Pipl, a veteran of the fraud, authentication, and cyber risk industries, joins host Alex Pillow. 

They discuss how agent-driven buying is reshaping consumer and business behavior while challenging long-standing approaches to identity, fraud prevention, and liability.

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Technologies are evolving faster than ever, reshaping how governments, intelligence teams, and national security organizations operate in a world where technological advantage increasingly defines geopolitical influence. 

In this fourth and final installment of our All Source miniseries, Megan Anderson, Executive Vice President at IQT and Jason Lee, Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s, join host Alex Pillow. Together, they trace the evolution of government technology adoption, the challenges of integrating commercial innovation, and the opportunities created by AI and emerging tech across the national security landscape. 

Their discussion breaks down: 

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Content creation is expanding faster than ever, bringing new pressures on platforms to keep their spaces safe, trusted, and resilient. With technology reshaping the landscape, how can platforms protect both creators and consumers? 

In this episode of Risk Reframed, host Alex Pillow is joined by Alison Boden, Executive Director at Free Speech Coalition, and Robert Evans, CEO and Co‑founder at FINTRAIL - A Cosegic Company. Together, they unpack the evolving risks facing modern content platforms from mature content to mainstream creator ecosystems. They discuss why robust onboarding, identity verification, and financial partnership models are essential for safe, scalable digital platforms. 

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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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