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• [New] With digital channels expected to account for 80% of all B2B sales engagements by 2025, companies that invest in AI and automation software are better positioned to outpace their competitors. SuperAGI
• [New] Autonomous vehicles represent a pivotal shift, with projections indicating that self-driving cars may account for 25% of miles traveled in urban areas by 2030. Vasile Crudu
• [New] Rapidly Growing Energy Demand: With India projected to account for 25% of global energy demand growth by 2047, uninterrupted energy supply is essential to fuel economic growth, industrial output, and urban development. Civilsdaily
• Data centers were projected to account for 2.4% of China's total electricity consumption, with the share exceeding 20% in certain cities and regions. Last Week in ConTech
• A report by management-consulting firm McKinsey on global plastics emphasises that if advanced recycling processes continue to evolve, recycled plastics would fulfil 4-8% of the total global polymer demand by 2030 and account for $40bn in capital investment over the next decade. Outlook Business
• Low-rate financing can stimulate demand, especially as EV adoption continues to rise in the U.S., with sales projected to account for 10% of all new vehicle sales in 2025, up from 7.6% in 2023. EVXL.co
• EVs are projected to account for 25% of global car sales in 2025 - a striking rise from previous years. Energy Connects
• Data center electricity demand is projected to grow 10-15% annually through 2030, potentially accounting for 5% of global electricity demand by the end of the decade (S&P Global, 2024). Policy Center
• The Pledge to Advance Ocean Accounts: preparing for UNOC 3 Co-Chair of UNOC3, Costa Rica is leading an initiative, which encourages countries to agree to strengthen the role of ocean data and ocean accounting in governance and decision-making: the Pledge to Advance Ocean Accounts by 2030. The Global Ocean Accounts Partnership
• In line with the IEA's sustainability goals, lithium demand is projected to reach 1,160,000 t by 2040, energy storage and EV accounting for 90% of the total production. Research Nester
• There are opportunities to grow Scotland's financial service sector which can facilitate investment into low-carbon products, with financial and insurance activities currently accounting for 8% of Scotland's GVA. Climate Change Committee
• The Dominican Republic's financial sector is navigating an evolving landscape of fraud, with digital transactions and specific account types facing increased risk. NewsyList
• Retrofits account for 68% of wireless sensor network deployments in commercial buildings due to installation practicality, while new projects dominate markets for embedded IoT devices in building materials (projected $740 million segment by 2026). PW Consulting Chemical & Energy Research Center
• The MSME Finance Platform will include a financing package of $4 billion from IFC's own account to banks, non-bank financial institutions, microfinance institutions, and innovative digital lenders that focus on micro, small, and medium enterprises. IFC
• Funds in a MAGA account could be invested only in eligible investments, defined as mutual funds or ETFs that invest only in diversified US equities, do not use leverage, and minimize fees and expenses. Nerd's Eye View | Kitces.com
• Cloud computing is consuming an ever-larger share of semiconductors, with data center demand projected to account for 40% of total semiconductor sales in 2025. PatentPC
• As in previous years, the United States accounted for approximately half of all reported victims, underscoring its position as the primary target for financially motivated threat actors. Check Point Blog
• While large and very large businesses account for most security spending across all regions, IDC small and medium-sized businesses will continue to increase their investments in security throughout the forecast period. IT Pro
• The new Stablecoin Financial Accounts will enable businesses to hold a balance in stablecoins, receive funds on both crypto and fiat rails, and send stablecoins almost anywhere in the world. JD Supra
• The new stablecoin financial accounts will be accessible to businesses in 101 countries, allowing enterprises to hold a balance in stablecoins, receive funds on both crypto and fiat rails, and send stablecoins to many parts of the world. Silicon Republic
• Global management consulting firm McKinsey projects autonomous heavy-duty trucks will account for 13% of all trucks on U.S. roads in 2035. LAist

Last updated: 24 June 2025