Global Scans · Digitalization · Weekly Summary

• [New] In 2026, Digital Twins are not just engineering tools; they are becoming nerve centers of enterprise operations, allowing the outcome of mission-critical decisions to be simulated with zero real-world risk or expense. Forbes
• [New] Enterprises will face a new wave of transformation in 2026 as AI agents, industry cloud platforms, quantum readiness, and digital twins reshape strategy and operations. Forbes
• [New] Enterprise leaders enter 2026 with a new reality taking shape, one where AI agents automate entire workflows, industry cloud platforms define competitive advantage, and quantum threats move from theory to planning. Forbes
• [New] In 2026, more brands will need to adapt to Gen-Z and Gen Alpha's desire to unplug from social media and AI platforms. Forbes
• [New] Looking deeper, 2026 promises accelerated integration of precision medicine and digital therapeutics, where AI-driven discoveries could expedite personalized regimens for complex diseases. Total RX
• [New] SNS Telecom forecasts global spending on private 4G & 5G networks will exceed $7.2 billion by 2028, driven by industrial IoT and enterprise digital transformation. The Silicon Review
• [New] Future developments in digital goods will be driven by advanced semiconductor material technology and will be directed by trends identified over the next few years until 2030. Bisinfotech
• [New] Engineers from across the globe will collaborate within a perfect 1:1 digital replica of a factory floor to design new production lines, simulate workflows, and identify potential bottlenecks long before physical construction begins. INAIRSPACE
• [New] Organizations that adopt multicloud, scalable compute, and AI-optimized platforms will dominate the next decade. New Femi IT Site
• [New] On the services side, Asia's trade in commercial services is expected to accelerate to 5.5% YoY in 2026, up from 4.6% in 2025, led by travel and digital services, as slowing goods trade reduces demand for transport and logistics. ING Think
• [New] We envision a world where all digital asset apps are connected through a shared foundational layer, enabling liquidity to flow freely across chains, seamless payments, and real-time secure interactions between applications. Bitget
• [New] The global adoption of digital assets is rising, presenting huge opportunities for businesses to capitalize on the increasing demand for crypto trading platforms. NASSCOM | The Official Community of Indian IT Industry
• [New] The DSA allows for penalties up to 6% of a company's global turnover, indicating that compliance with EU standards could significantly impact business operations for major platforms. OpenTools
• [New] Cyber & Digital Ecosystem Risk: Resilience, Regulation and Supply Chains in Europe Europe is now a primary target, and new frameworks like NIS2 and the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) are resetting the rules for digital security. GRC World Forums
• [New] There is optimism for how in-demand digital trust roles will remain, with 39% of respondents anticipating their organizations will hire for more roles in 2026 while 26% expect hiring for fewer roles. ISACA
• [New] In 2025, the development of orchestration platforms will help manage multiple generative models within cohesive workflows. Future AGI
• [New] Governments are pushing harder than ever toward digital tax ecosystems, and the enforcement of mandatory e-invoicing rules 2025 could reshape how businesses of every size operate. BillingBee
• [New] Infinite opportunities of Digital transformation - Businesses in 2025 need to adapt technologies like generative AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity automation to advance progressively. CTO Bridge
• [New] The European Union's planned Digital Identity Wallet, set for launch by 2026, highlights a distinctly regional approach rooted in privacy and consumer protection. Payments Cards & Mobile
• [New] From Pilots to Platforms: Scaling Agentic, Governed AI That DeliversThe in 2026 belongs to organizations that make AI boring in the best possible way. Progress
• [New] Digital illiteracy among project staff could cost the sector billions in rework, delays and underperformance. / UAE Highways Today
• [New] Over 50% of all construction employees globally will require some form of digital reskilling by 2027. Highways Today
• [New] Metaverse VR 2025 is the ultimate frontier in immersive technology, and the range of opportunities within it is huge, starting with digital assets and tokenized real estate up to gaming economies, VR/AR integration, and Web3 social platforms. metavaultchain

Last updated: 14 December 2025