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• [New] In 2026, agentic AI will become a cornerstone of industrial innovation, transforming operations in both Life Sciences and Food & Beverage manufacturing. The Manufacturer
• [New] In 2026 and ahead, the AI landscape will likely step into a rapid phase of innovation with authentic AI, hardware breakthroughs, multimodal intelligence surge, and enterprise automation being the key drivers. nimbleappgenie
• [New] Pakistan is open toward responsible innovation while recognizing the importance of collaborative regulation to unlock the full potential of blockchain technology. blockchainreporter
• [New] The Commission stays committed to enhance Europe's sovereignty in critical research data and to strengthen an integrated and sustainable ecosystem of infrastructures that will drive scientific excellence, technological innovation and competitiveness. Research and Innovation
• [New] Dremio's 2026 State of the Data Lakehouse & AI report finds that 65% of organizations rank agentic analytics and AI-driven decision-making as top priorities for 2026, with 51% citing productivity and faster innovation as the main reasons to adopt AI. Solutions Review Technology News and Vendor Reviews
• [New] Businesses can expect new regulation to emerge in response to the next generation of technologies and innovation sure to follow between now and 2030. Pinsent Masons
• [New] 2025 will be another year to stay focused on longer-term growth trends, like artificial intelligence and energy transition, as well as rapid innovation in sectors like healthcare. UK - EN - Institutional
• [New] With AAAP 2.0 set to accelerate implementation and with growing demand from governments seeking support for resilient food systems, urban infrastructure, and youth-led innovation, 2026 begins with a clear mandate: move faster, scale deeper, and bring adaptation to every community that needs it. Global Center on Adaptation
• [New] U.S. growth today is based on the hope, optimism, belief or hype that the massive investments in AI will pay off - in terms of higher productivity, perhaps lower prices, more innovation, Storm added. Los Angeles Times
• [New] In an industry where seasonal innovation can make or break holiday sales, H & H Bagels has delivered what might be the most Instagram-worthy spread of 2025. Food & Beverage Magazine
• [New] London's first Space Enterprise Lab, which has now opened at UCL, means that businesses, researchers and practitioners will have access to new resources and networks to fast-track space innovation. Innovation & Enterprise
• [New] The cryptocurrency ecosystem has entered a pivotal phase in 2025, marked by a confluence of regulatory innovation and operational resilience in response to escalating cybersecurity threats. Ainvest
• [New] Collaborative innovation with Emirates, Fraunhofer Institute, and others is addressing pandemic disruptions through immersive technologies like augmented reality and virtual reality in diversity training. HotBot
• [New] In 2026, several trends will dominate cloud computing, driving innovation, efficiency, and scalability. pulumi
• [New] Companies like Nvidia, Amazon, and Microsoft, which often reinvest heavily, could find it cheaper to fund expansion and innovation. RICentral.com
• [New] By Ryan Blaney and Mauricio Paez As rapid technological innovation continues in the life sciences sector, companies face intensifying federal and state regulation and enforcement risk in cybersecurity, data privacy, and AI governance. Jones Day
• [New] Biotechnology Innovation Accelerates Into 2026 The biotechnology sector continues its remarkable growth trajectory, with breakthrough therapies reaching patients and venture capital flowing into next-generation platforms. AI BUSINESS 2.0 NEWS
• The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Innovation Center will launch a new, outcome-aligned payment model for providers offering technology-supported care to individuals with Original Medicare for managing common chronic conditions. American Hospital Association | AHA News
• When asked about the main potential opportunities for the future of sustainable packaging, more than nine out of ten said innovation in materials was likely to be the biggest opportunity in the years to 2050, followed by dynamic recycling infrastructures and advances in AI and digital technologies. WhatTheyThink
• Samsung will kick start 2026 with the Galaxy Z Trifold, introducing tri-fold innovation to mainstream global consumers, building off the momentum of the successful Galaxy Z Fold7 in 2025. The Hindu
• The Commission aims at boosting disruptive innovation in the military area and strengthening Europe's defence industry with an EU Defence Industry Transformation Roadmap. Mirage News
• The Feedstock Innovation Center, unlike mechanical recyclers that rely on PET bottles as feedstock, will be designed to convert end-of-life textiles, such as discarded blankets and the fines generated during PET-bottle shredding, into feedstock for chemical recycling. Cision PR Newswire
• The next five years will bring transformative changes in drone technology driven by advances in AI, battery innovation, swarm capabilities, and payload versatility. Tech Times

Last updated: 21 December 2025