Future State
Future State is a bi‑weekly investing podcast focused on the future of asset management, financial markets, and investment innovation. Hosted by Tadhg Young and Anna Bernasek of State Street, the podcast explores how technology, data, and product innovation are reshaping the business of investing. Each episode features industry leaders and subject‑matter experts discussing the trends that matter most to institutional investors—AI, digital finance, ETFs, alternatives, regulations, operational transformation and more—helping listeners stay informed, competitive, and future‑ready.
Episodes
As Ireland prepares to assume the EU Council Presidency in July 2026, Future State explores the implications for Europe’s financial services landscape. With key reforms underway across retail investment, pensions and UCITS, the episode highlights how Ireland can help shape capital markets outcomes—leveraging strong alignment between EU priorities and domestic policy to reinforce its position as a leading fund domicile a...
State Street has been tracking private markets longer—and more deeply—than most in the asset servicing industry. In this sneak peek of our fifth annual Private Markets Survey, we reflect on five years of findings and explore what’s new in this year’s data, from persistent investor demand to the realities of democratization and operational scale.
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As ETFs continue to evolve from a product wrapper into core market infrastructure, global perspectives are becoming increasingly important. In this episode of Future State, we explore how the ETF landscape is changing across regions—and what those shifts mean for issuers, asset managers, and investors.
Anna Bernasek is joined by Jeff Sardinha, Global Head of ETF Solutions at State Street, following an extended global roadshow...
In this episode hosts Tadhg Young and Anna Bernasek explore the shifting global landscape for retirement and what it means for financial services. They’re joined by Brendan Curran, Head of US Retirement at State Street Investment Management, and Jasper Martens, CMO of PensionBee, to discuss the macro forces reshaping retirement systems: longevity, changing career patterns, technology-driven engagement, and evolving capital ma...
As digital assets move toward institutional scale, regulation has become the defining factor. In this episode of Future State, we take a clear, fact‑based look at the evolving regulatory landscape and what it means for institutional markets. Cutting through hype and speculation, the conversation explores how regulation is shaping operating models, risk decisions, and the path from experimentation to scale.
In this episode, we explore the future of digital assets through a clear, fact-based lens—cutting through complexity to focus on the trends and regulatory developments that matter most. From evolving market dynamics to policy considerations shaping institutional adoption, the conversation provides essential context for navigating what’s ahead. Listeners will come away with a grounded understanding of how digital assets ...
As private markets evolve, access is expanding, but so is complexity. In this episode of Future State, Tadhg Young and Katherine Lucas are joined by State Street’s Global Head of Alternatives, Scott Carpenter and Alpha FMC’s Jonathan Balkin to explore the structural forces shaping private markets in 2026. The conversation encompasses key themes influencing the space, from semi‑liquid vehicles an...
In this episode, Lee Ferridge, Senior Managing Director, Head of Multi-Asset Strategy, The Americas joins us to unpack Market Signals and Shifts: What to watch in 2026, exploring how interest rate trends, currency movements, and asset allocation strategies will shape institutional portfolios. From AI-driven analytics to emerging market opportunities, we break down what these developments mean for asset managers and owners. Tune in ...
State Street Data Intelligence transforms proprietary data into actionable insights that help investors make faster, better decisions across investments, operations, and distribution. It delivers near real‑time clarity on inflation, media sentiment and private capital performance by leveraging millions of daily data points and State Street’s unique position across asset classes. Tune in for an in-depth discussion with our hea...
In this episode, we unpack the latest Digital Digest, our research driven publication exploring how digital assets and emerging technologies are reshaping the industry based on a large-scale survey of institutional investors. From rising allocations and tokenization trends to the convergence of blockchain, GenAI, and the hybrid future of finance, we break down what these developments mean for asset managers and owners. Tune in for ...
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