Our Scans · (LF.8) Decent Work and Growth · Weekly Summary

• [New] NTU and the Singapore University of Social Sciences said in August that they will stop deploying detection tools to flag for AI misuse in students' work. The Straits Times
• [New] Emirates NBD's excellent first-half performance reflects the remarkable strength, resilience and confidence in the UAE economy, which continues to create exceptional opportunities for sustainable growth. Emirates NBD
• [New] Qatar and Kuwait's economies are set to shrink by just over 8% in 2026, while Saudi Arabia's economy will expand by 1.4%, after 4.5% growth in 2025. MarineLink
• [New] Fastest-growing Region: Asia Pacific projected to expand at a CAGR of 5.6%, supported by government-led sustainability policies and growth in food and pharmaceutical packaging sectors. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Both model developers and cyber defenders more broadly will have to prepare for AI-enabled attackers that work faster, at a larger scale, and with better coordination than human attackers. BBC News
• [New] Industrial water utilities are expected to register the fastest growth, expanding at a CAGR of 13.9% between 2026 and 2033, driven by sustainability commitments, water reuse initiatives, and rising freshwater costs across manufacturing, mining, and power generation industries. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Almost three-quarters of respondents anticipate their cybersecurity teams will grow by at least 11% over the next 2-3 years, with 19% anticipating growth of more than 20%. Narrative Strategies
• [New] The entertainment and media industries are expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 9.1% from 2024 to 2032 to reach USD 6.1 trillion. ValuStrat
• [New] Australia's growth model threatens planetary health equity. Planetary Health Equity Hothouse
• [New] The fleet owners segment is projected to register the fastest growth at a CAGR of 8.21% during 2026-2034, supported by increasing demand from rental companies, tourism operators, recreational vehicle fleets, and businesses offering flexible travel and accommodation services. Straits Research
• [New] The External VNS Devices segment is expected to register the fastest growth at a CAGR of 9.2% during 2026-2033, driven by rising demand for non-invasive and wearable neuromodulation therapies. Data Bridge Market Research
• [New] China's GDP growth is projected to slow modestly to around 4.5% in 2026, with exports likely to decelerate and net exports making a smaller contribution to overall growth. Lion Global Investors | Official Site
• [New] Historical value growth averaged approximately 7.0% during 2020-2025, before accelerating to a projected 8.75% CAGR during 2025-2032. / Egypt KEN research
• The FTC has specifically warned about fake crypto investment sites that appear legitimate and show investment growth while preventing withdrawals. TechBullion
• While businesses continue to operate in a challenging environment, easing cost pressures and fewer firms expecting to raise prices in the coming year should allow them to focus less on managing headwinds and more on pursuing growth. City AM
• The Geriatric segment is expected to register the fastest growth at a CAGR of 9.0% during 2026-2033, due to increasing neurological disorders among the aging population. Data Bridge Market Research
• The Retail Sales segment is expected to register the fastest growth at a CAGR of 8.7% during 2026-2033, due to rising availability of external VNS devices for home use. Data Bridge Market Research
• Powering 15% of Canada's electricity, nuclear energy is positioned as a competitive advantage and an opportunity for economic growth, international partnerships, trade diversification, and energy sovereignty. Torys LLP
• The Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) segment is expected to register the fastest growth at a CAGR of 9.5% during 2026-2033, due to increasing shift toward outpatient and minimally invasive procedures. Data Bridge Market Research
• The Depression and Anxiety segment is expected to register the fastest growth at a CAGR of 10.1% during 2026-2033, due to rising mental health disorders across North America. Data Bridge Market Research
• Central Thailand will retain the largest commercial concentration, while Northern and other regional gateways offer faster whitespace growth as international routes, secondary-destination tourism and cross-border passenger flows deepen. KEN research

Last updated: 21 September 2026