The landscape of mergers and acquisitions is undergoing significant transformation, driven by regulatory shifts, technological advances, and evolving market dynamics. Cross-border deal-making is facing new challenges, with private capital increasingly shaping global investment trends. Technology is not only facilitating M&A transactions but also emerging as a key focus area for acquisitions, particularly in the digital sector. Sustainability considerations are becoming integral to M&A strategies, reflecting the changing regulatory priorities of the new administration. Navigating these hurdles requires longer timelines, more sophisticated strategies, reshaped deal structures, and enhanced due diligence. In this complex environment, how are emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain reshaping M&A strategies, and what potential risks do they introduce? In light of uncertain regulatory scrutiny and geopolitical tensions, how can companies effectively balance the opportunities of cross-border M&A with the associated risks and compliance challenges?