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The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2025 reveals increasing instability in a divided world, with 25% of experts citing state-based armed conflicts as the top global risk. Geopolitical tensions, proxy wars, and military rivalries are threatening international stability and economic progress. Misinformation and disinformation continue to undermine public trust, widening societal rifts and obstructing efforts to tackle urgent issues such as climate change, economic inequality, and social justice. Environmental threats, including extreme weather, biodiversity loss, and ecosystem collapse, are expected to intensify substantially in the next decade, straining global cooperation. As leaders convene in Davos, the report urges urgent action to address these interconnected challenges and focus on sustainable solutions in a world facing unprecedented global uncertainty.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra recently expressed concerns about rising risks in the banking sector, especially digital fraud. In his meeting with bank CEOs, he called for stronger cybersecurity, financial stability, and improved credit accessibility. He also emphasized the need for better customer service, financial inclusion, and oversight of third-party service providers. The Governor highlighted the importance of digital literacy for customers and urged banks to enhance grievance redress mechanisms and operational efficiency, stressing collaboration for a more resilient financial system.
Here’s presenting our Monthly Snapshot for January 2025. Our newsletter takes a deep dive into the global scenario, Government policies, Indian startups raising funds, important sector updates, the performance of various asset classes, and much more.
Co – Contributors: Kushagra Khetan | Sachi Agarwal | Yash Sureka | Sahil Drolia | Puja Kejriwal | Raj Singh | Khushi Chaudhary | Armaan Arya | Chintan Patel
