The collective monograph brings together interdisciplinary research on pressing issues of modern economic systems, financial markets, and legal frameworks. The volume examines digitalisation processes in agriculture, regulation of commercial secrets and know-how, trends in Ukraine’s banking sector, and the development of derivatives and marketing strategies in the COVID-19 context. Special attention is devoted to sustainable enterprise transformation, economic security in higher education, and the role of local communities in governance. Integrating economic, legal, and managerial perspectives, the book highlights innovative instruments for competitiveness and sustainable growth, providing a comprehensive overview of challenges and opportunities facing post-transition economies in the era of digital transformation