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  • [New] We expect there to be robust policy debates in the coming year on many critical issues that could have a dramatic effect on digital assets, distributed ledger technology and tokenization. Cleary M&A and Corporate Watch
  • [New] A more complete digital bank offering could increase fee income and credit revenue per user while reinforcing MercadoLibre's position against Amazon and Shopee in Latin America. Simply Wall St
  • [New] The two tech giants' deal to infuse Google's AI technology into Apple's mobile software, including in an updated version of the Siri digital assistant, has major implications in the high-stakes battle to dominate AI and to own the platform that will define the next generation of computing. Edge and Odds -
  • [New] Gartner's Top Strategic Technology Trends for 2026 emphasize how emerging technologies spotlight preemptive cybersecurity and a shift toward identity-first security foundations to address increasing risk and complexity in digital ecosystems. HID Global
  • [New] For both procurers and contractors alike, the need to embrace change - in terms of application and use of digital technology and AI, and in embracing the demands of building sustainable supply chains - has not gone away and will be greater than ever in 2026 and beyond. Pinsent Masons
  • [New] The continued presence of cyber risk at the top of the Allianz Risk Barometer reflects a deepening reliance on digital technology at a time when the cyber threat landscape, and geopolitical, and regulatory environments, are fast evolving. Allianz.com
  • [New] In 2026, NOCs will increasingly leverage digital technologies, such as Aramco's HUMAIN AI initiative, and pursue global equity partnerships to generate liquidity and fund low-carbon transition programs. SolarQuarter
  • [New] We expect 2026 to bring a continued focus on transitioning from digital health and other technology-centric innovation to therapeutics and diagnostics. Passle
  • The Budget 2026-27 may encourage further technology adoption and digital transformation in the MSME sector, with particular incentives for cloud services, AI, SaaS tools, and cybersecurity. Groww
  • Industry experts expect uniform and consistent rules for digital lending from Budget 2026. Enterslice
  • Budget 2026 could be an inflection point if policy signals support wider insurance coverage, easier access to credit, and clearer norms for digital lenders. Insurance Business
  • The next phase of credit growth depends on high-quality digital public data rails, standardised consent-led data sharing, and real-time transaction signals for underwriting, which can reduce risk, lower costs, and expand responsible credit. CNBCTV18
  • Crypto credit cards will bridge the gap between traditional and digital finance in 2026. Fortune
  • Recent decisions in copyright, patent and trademark law in Australia provide opportunities for well-advised clients to maximize the benefit of their intellectual property, particularly in the digital technology space. Asia IP
  • Europe is undergoing a significant economic transformation, creating opportunities in automation, robotics, clean energy, digital infrastructure and medical technology - particularly where regulatory progress accelerates industrial modernization. Aquis Capital AD
  • The concentration of digital infrastructure under the control of a handful of American and Chinese technology giants creates structural vulnerabilities that enable geopolitical coercion. Planet Crust
  • The main keyword, China jet powered swarm carrier drone, reflects increasing online interest in how China plans to use swarm technology in future conflicts. TheDefenseWatch.com
  • Grayscale's 2026 Digital Asset Outlook highlights that easing liquidity conditions, declining U.S. Treasury volatility, and regulatory clarity could propel BitcoinBTC - to a new all-time high by mid-2026. Ainvest
  • If Bank of America's forecast comes true, we could see an explosion in institutional adoption, increased liquidity, and wider use of stablecoins and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Bitget
  • The challenge for MercadoLibre to manage risks and sustain growth amid its expansion in credit and e-commerce within Latin America's evolving digital economy could introduce volatility and impact investor confidence. Artificall
  • By 2026, a dental practice's online presence and use of technology will be more important than ever for earning patient trust. Beyond Dental Care

Last updated: 12 February 2026



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