The regulatory landscape for treasury continues to grow in complexity, increasing the demands placed on compliance processes and technology. The 2026 Compliance Survey examined how corporations and banks are responding, with findings on KYC, regulatory priorities, compliance technology, and emerging innovations such as agentic AI. Thank you to all of those who participated in this survey.
This series within The Treasury Update Podcast brings together perspectives from fintech leaders, banks, and consultants to examine what treasury can expect in 2026. Topics include agent-based AI, tokenized assets, regulatory shifts, payment security, liquidity planning, embedded banking, and the expanding role of data in strategic decision-making. Each episode offers forward-looking insights to help treasury professionals prepare for the year ahead with greater clarity and confidence.
This survey report provides a snapshot of treasury and finance professionals’ current awareness and evolving expectations around the GENIUS Act, a legislative proposal that would establish a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins. While awareness of the GENIUS Act remains low, the broader findings suggest that treasury professionals are preparing for a future in which digital assets play a significant role in corporate finance operations.
With your help, we’ve consistently found that fraud is a top ranking concern for treasury. This year, as it has become a bigger issue worldwide, we discover how your opinions have changed. Has your security framework been strengthened? Or are you still…