In 2026, the risk and compliance function is undergoing a profound shift, from incremental transformation to systemic reinvention. Agentic AI is beginning to execute processes end-to-end, redefining efficiency and oversight. At the same time, diverging regulatory regimes are fragmenting compliance obligations, while the rapid proliferation of digital assets introduces a new spectrum of risks.

This report expands on the four trends discussed in the Risk & Compliance edition of the Technology Trends Previsory 2026 webinar series.

1. Emergence of AI Agents in Risk and Compliance
2. Convergence of AML and Fraud into an Integrated AFC Stack
3. Regulatory Divergencepushes AI into reg change management
4. Stablecoins increase Digital Asset Risk

Explore how firms can adapt, automate, and strengthen their risk capabilities in an increasingly complex operating environment.