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• [New] The growth of online CEM is a global threat requiring coordinated action - ten years ago, 70% of reports of online CEM received through the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children's CyberTipline reflected abuse in the Americas. Bravehearts
• [New] Urbanization is projected to continue, with 40% of India's population expected to live in cities by 2026.Government initiatives like Smart Cities Mission (aims to develop 100 cities into modern urban hubs) encourage migration for economic growth. Vajiram & Ravi
• [New] The Trump Administration has significantly weakened America's national security infrastructure under the false pretence of government efficiency, by reducing staffing at the Departments of Defence and State, FBI, CIA, USAID, and others despite increasing global threats. Yahoo News
• [New] Shifting education oversight to state governments will create a more localized approach, enabling states to implement policies that best fit their students' needs. Times of India
• [New] Government Announces $1.2 Billion Investment For Key Region To Modernize Grid - The US DOE plans to replace dirty fuel plants in Puerto Rico with solar power and battery storage. Geoharvey
• [New] The domestic terrorism designation could give law enforcement sweeping authority to surveil people protesting against Elon Musk's role in the US federal government. Wired
• [New] Latin American nations look to China for other forms of economic opportunity, including finance and investment. Wilson Center
• [New] The efforts of the Indian government, such as Digital India, will promote the development of RegTech by stimulating innovation and digital adoption in different industries. Markets and Data
• [New] With ongoing innovations, government support, and increasing awareness, solar power will continue to evolve and become an integral part of India's energy landscape by 2025. Electronics Era
• [New] The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and FAO are leading a global movement to restore 350 million hectares of degraded land by 2030. India Today
• [New] Assertion: Under the land reforms, the Indian government fixed the minimum land size which could be owned by an individual. SelfStudys
• [New] While Australia's intelligence agencies had been broadly successful in protecting national interests, intelligence agencies should be bolstered to be more prepared for future threats. The Guardian
• [New] The election of more nationalist or populist governments in Europe and the United States could introduce considerable uncertainty in global affairs and alter some of Australia's current foreign and economic policy planning assumptions. The Guardian
• [New] Europe's concerted effort to achieve sustained defence expenditure above 2% of GDP ensures continuous demand, and has the opportunity to reshape Europe's defence sector over the coming years as a united front among European nations could see the emergence of a new powerhouse in global security. Simply Wall St
• [New] The Pentagon will cut $50 Billion a year Following input from the newly minted Department of Government Efficiency, the Pentagon could be forced to cut some fat from its eye-watering $842 Billion budget and re-prioritize spending. Simply Wall St
• [New] The F-47 will play a pivotal role in ensuring that the United States can project power globally, deter adversaries, and protect national interests. Trends Newsline
• [New] TikTok has already provided an extensive national security proposal - including a kill switch - to mitigate said risks, which lawmakers rejected, and recently added even more child-safety protections. RealClearMarkets
• [New] Six successful British tech companies will receive a share of £450,000 (US$582,400) to develop the smart screening technology of the future, designed to enhance national security and reduce delays at airports. Passenger Terminal Today
• [New] Both the UK and Scottish governments have pledged investments and support for the transformation of Grangemouth, aiming to secure its industrial future and create new economic opportunities. oilprice.com
• [New] About 30 million hectares of land will gain protected status over the next five years, with the federal government partnering with state and territories, private landholders and First Nations groups on conservation projects. ABC News
• By bringing together leaders from the automotive, energy and government sectors, H2 EA-NA aims to educate the public about hydrogen's potential in the U.S. and build support for hydrogen infrastructure development. University of Michigan News

Last updated: 26 March 2025