New and emerging digital technologies are connecting previously siloed areas of finance.

The convergence of traditional finance with digital assets, the rapid evolution of blockchain and AI, and the growing influence of cyber risks across sectors will create both challenges and opportunities. 

In this episode, we speak with Moody’s experts to understand the risks, innovations, and financing needs shaping global financial markets.

Learn more at https://www.moodys.com/outlooks 

Host: William Foster, Senior Vice President, Sovereign Risk, Moody's Ratings 

Guests: Fabian Astic, Managing Director, Global Head of Digital Economy, Moody’s Ratings; Lesley Ritter, Senior Vice President, Cyber Credit Risk, Moody’s Ratings

Related Research: 

• Cyber Risk – Global -- 2026 Outlook - Cyber threats will intensify as AI tools proliferate 8 Jan 2026
• Digital Economy – Global – 2026 Outlook - Digital finance links diverse market segments, raising efficiency, risks 05 Jan 2026
• Digital Transformation – Global – Digitalization reshapes private credit, emerging markets, transition finance 01 Dec 2025
• Cyber Risk – Global - Weak artificial intelligence governance practices pose growing risk of data breaches 01 Oct 2025

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