The field is witnessing a significant shift towards the integration of emerging technologies, such as blockchain and zero-trust architecture, to enhance cybersecurity and reshape global finance. The concept of stablecoins is gaining traction, offering a more stable and secure alternative to traditional fiat currencies. Meanwhile, the development of zero-trust architecture is becoming increasingly important in preventing cyber threats and ensuring the security of organizational networks. Noteworthy papers in this area include:

• Banking 2.0: The Stablecoin Banking Revolution, which explores the potential of stablecoins to transform the global financial system.
• Fortifying the Agentic Web: A Unified Zero-Trust Architecture Against Logic-layer Threats, which proposes a comprehensive architecture for securing the agentic web through zero-trust principles.