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WHAT'S NEXT?: Traditional slow, hierarchical leadership models are breaking down to be replaced by more agile systems of decision-making. Consequently, populist leaders are threatening to replace many career politicians while leaders in general are dealing with unprecedented, complex levels and speed of change requiring instant insights and decision-making. Many leaders (middle management) will be lost to automation in the coming years while Millennials will increasingly occupy leadership roles..

• [New] The war with Israel last month decimated a senior echelon of Irans military leadership, crippled its air defences, and exposed the vulnerability of its air force. EconCurrent's Substack
• [New] A shift several years ago to hybrid-cloud gave it present-day relevance, enterprise AI restored growth projections, and a sizable quantum bet could secure leadership well into the 2030s and beyond. Investopedia
• [New] Looking ahead to 2030, India's vision is clear: achieve 70% self-reliance in critical technologies, align energy systems with Net Zero targets, ensure 60% startup participation from non-metro regions, and establish global leadership in biotech, quantum, defence, and space for the Global South. IBTimes India
• [New] A fracture within the IRGC or a realignment of the military and political elite could produce a new leader - or leadership - open to a transformative deal with the US and, indirectly, Israel. Middle East Institute
• [New] Vietnam's inclusion could further elevate ASEAN's visibility within BRICS, indicating a shift toward more inclusive multipolar leadership in the Global South. Headsight
• [New] Iran's leadership could then take the headlong plunge at a nuclear weapon to maintain its survival. CNN
• [New] The Biden administration, or any future leadership, will need to weigh the political optics of making concessions against the economic boost of foreign investment. Level Up Magazine
• [New] In partnership with Mistral AI, the French powerhouse known for its leadership in large language models, Nvidia will launch one of Europe's first major Blackwell based AI data centers. MVPro Media
• [New] If China were to visibly deploy nuclear missiles or evacuate leadership, it could indicate a heightened state of alert. The World's Only Public Nuclear Threat Advisory System
• [New] For more than a decade, China has pursued its claims with increasing coercion and threats of force under Xi Jinping's leadership. Center for Strategic and International Studies
• Witness Europe's strategic initiatives and investments in 6G technology as it aims for global leadership and commercial deployment by 2030. Innovation News Network
• The convergence of technological innovation, regulatory leadership, and strategic positioning creates a unique opportunity to reshape not only Singapore's economy but also the global financial system. Maxthon | Privacy Private Browser
• Singapore's unique combination of regulatory innovation, government investment, strategic location, and industry collaboration creates unprecedented opportunities for long-term growth and global leadership. Maxthon | Privacy Private Browser
• Singapore stands at the forefront of global financial transformation, thanks to government support, regulatory innovation, and industry leadership, which create unique opportunities for growth and innovation. Maxthon | Privacy Private Browser
• Precision strikes against hundreds of nuclear, missile, and leadership targets have decimated Iran's chain of command, significantly degraded its military and economic infrastructure, and exposed the Islamic Republic's profound vulnerability at the hands of its foremost adversary. Brookings
• Israel's strikes against Iran could alter its strategic calculus and prompt it to pursue nuclear weapons despite the associated risks, or at the very least, to reconsider its commitments to the nonproliferation regime as Iranian leadership evaluates its next steps. Rand Corporation
• Through Mossad's unmatched penetration into Iranian, Syrian, Lebanese, and Iraqi systems, Israel is able to target leadership, logistics chains, and strategic assets before they mature into existential threats. - JURIST - Commentary - Legal News & Commentary
• In Economic Participation and Opportunity, Pakistan remains 143rd, reflecting stagnant female labour force participation, persistent wage disparities, and limited access to leadership roles. Digital Pakistan
• With bold leadership from Europe's governments and industries, AI will drive transformative innovation and prosperity for generations to come. NVIDIA Newsroom
• Unmanned aircraft systems, otherwise known as drones, offer the potential to enhance public safety as well as cement America's leadership in global innovation, an executive order titled Restoring American Airspace Sovereignty read. UPI
• As 71% of global CEOs and 78% of senior executives believe AI will bolster their value over the next three years, technology integration has become essential for contemporary leadership development. Quarterdeck Ltd
• In the coming years, women in business will continue to break barriers and redefine leadership in ways that inspire the next generation of leaders. Women's Insider

Last updated: 06 July 2025