Managing sanctions exposure across global supply chains

May 2026  |  COVER STORY

In a period of escalating geopolitical tensions and rapidly changing trade restrictions, supply chain visibility has become far more than an operational efficiency tool.

Innovation and compliance: the future of digital banking authentication

May 2026  |  FEATURE

The future of digital banking authentication is expected to centre on a shift from passwords and one-time codes to intelligent, low-friction, risk-based identity systems.

New era for chemical risk: UK unveils first-ever PFAS plan

May 2026  |  FEATURE

Essentially, by combining transparency, scientific evidence and partnership, the UK government is aiming to minimise the risks posed by PFAS.

The agentic workforce arrives: AI and the HR transformation

May 2026  |  FEATURE

While proponents highlight its advantages, HR teams adopting agentic AI must remain aware of risks linked to the blurring of lines between human and digital labour.

Fintech

May 2026  |  WORLDWATCH

Fintech is transforming financial services. From incumbents to start-ups, the market is flourishing amid increasing demand for faster and cheaper transaction processing, with artificial intelligence tools at the apex. FW moderates a discussion between Elena Muñoz at Cases Lacambra, Ahmed Baladi at Gibson Dunn, Chee Hian Kwah at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Prolegis LLC, and Timothy Chan at Norton Rose Fulbright Australia.

Q&A: Data centre M&A in 2026

May 2026  |  SPECIAL REPORT

Appetite for data centre M&A remains strong, underpinned by sustained demand for compute, storage and connectivity, but it is increasingly selective. FW discusses data centre M&A in 2026 with Elena Rubinov, David Martin, Vinita Sithapathy, Alaister Johnson and Yelena Nersesyan at Linklaters LLP.

Q&A: Japanese M&A in 2026

May 2026  |  SPECIAL REPORT

Competition among bidders in Japan is intensifying as global PE firms expand their local presence. International sponsors bring sector specialisation, operational expertise and capacity to execute large and complex transactions. FW discusses Japanese M&A in 2026 with Ryuichi Shiomi at Anderson Mōri & Tomotsune, Hideyuki Ishii at KPMG FAS, and Dominic Henderson at Sodali & Co.

Closing the deal: the South African M&A playbook

May 2026  |  SPECIAL REPORT

The outlook for M&A in South Africa is best characterised by calibrated opportunity. The deals that will define the next cycle are those that embrace the country’s policy-driven framework and tax compliance into the core of transaction design.

Hostile M&A and shareholder activism

May 2026  |  TALKINGPOINT

Coalition building has always been a cornerstone of activism, but is becoming more critical in the current environment. FW discusses hostile M&A and shareholder activism with Etelvina Martinez, Michael Vogele, Reid Pearson and George Rubis at Alliance Advisors, and Sean Donahue at Paul Hastings LLP.

Restructuring and transformation

May 2026  |  BRIEFING ROOM

There is roughly a trillion dollars in speculative-grade debt maturing over the next few years, and many of those borrowers are going to need to address their capital structures in an environment where credit metrics have weakened. FW discusses restructuring and transformation with Sylwia Maria Bea Pulverich at Norton Rose Fulbright LLP, Michael Robinson at Province, LLC and Mark Lawford at Weil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP.

Antitrust in the technology sector

May 2026  |  BRIEFING ROOM

There is a real risk that overregulation of digital markets may undermine technological innovation and discourage pro-competitive transactions. FW discusses antitrust in the technology sector with Nikolaos Peristerakis at K&L Gates and Joseph M. Rancour at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates.

Strategies for effective asset tracing

May 2026  |  BRIEFING ROOM

Adopting a multifaceted approach from the very beginning is the only way to get past the layers of misdirection used in modern fraud. FW discusses strategies for effective asset tracing with Nicholas Sharratt at Norton Rose Fulbright (Middle East) LLP, Joana Rego at Raedas, Jason Williamson at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates, and Marisol Gonzalez at Vantage Intelligence.

Digital transformation in investor communications: how AI is amplifying investor communications

April 2026  |  SPOTLIGHT

As AI becomes more embedded in capital markets, both regulators and investors are sharpening their focus on how it is used.

The new rules of engagement: trends reshaping shareholder activism in 2026

April 2026  |  SPOTLIGHT

In 2026, the shareholder activism landscape is being reshaped by a resurgence of M&A‑driven campaigns, a growing activist field, regulatory pressures on passive investors, settlement dynamics and the declining influence of proxy advisers.

AI and cyber security: risks and opportunities for organisations

April 2026  |  SPOTLIGHT

AI’s role in cyber security, both as a risk factor and as a defensive tool, is likely to continue evolving. New applications will emerge, and the capabilities of both attackers and defenders will shift over time.

Building Europe’s digital backbone: growth, grid and global competition

April 2026  |  SPOTLIGHT

If grid investment accelerates, planning processes become more predictable and sustainability innovation scales effectively, Europe can transform today’s constraints into structural strengths.

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