In a world fraught with geo-political uncertainties, disruptive supply chain dynamics, and shifting economic axes, corporate balance sheets face unprecedented challenges . Fortification is driven through the evolution of finance function of large corporations and the digitization will continue to disrupt the role of the chief financial officer in the fiscal year 2024-25 . Central banks are exploring central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), major corporations are investing in blockchain solutions and global collaborations are emerging to tackle regulatory hurdles .