Global Scans · Social · Weekly Summary

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WHAT'S NEXT?: In the years to come, social commerce will become more widespread and the level of personalization will improve with advanced AI solutions & chatbots. The number of worldwide social media users is projected to grow from 2.1 billion in 2016 to 2.5 billion by 2018.

• [New] While not applicable to the import of cultural goods into the UK, any cultural goods being transported into an EU member state will be subject to the Regulation at the point of import. Mishcon de Reya LLP
• [New] Climate change has emerged as the defining environmental and political challenge of 2025, with scientific evidence demonstrating that the planet is experiencing unprecedented warming patterns that threaten to fundamentally alter global ecosystems, economic systems, and human civilization itself. Hot Topics
• [New] Defence Industrial Base companies with Israeli research ties face a particularly elevated risk as Iran deploys sophisticated social engineering and exploits unpatched vulnerabilities. authentic8
• [New] While international norms allow some censorship during wartime, some of Ukraine's new media and cultural policies raise risks not only for its democracy, but for its security as well. Journal of Democracy
• [New] The American Society of Anaesthesiologists has developed a Physical Status Classification System to determine risk for complications among patients undergoing anaesthesia. NetCE
• [New] Satellites are essential to U.S. national security, enabling the United States to communicate with its military forces, gather intelligence, warn of a potential nuclear attack, and more. Council on Foreign Relations
• [New] CTU researchers recommend that organizations educate HR employees about risks associated with phishing and social engineering attacks and specifically about the dangers posed by fraudulent North Korean workers. Sophos News
• [New] By focusing on the social determinants of health and implementing comprehensive strategies, public health officials hope to make a more significant impact on reducing obesity rates in the United States. Nola Defender
• [New] Communities in the Global South, often least responsible for historical emissions, are bearing the brunt of the climate crisis, facing threats to their livelihoods, health, and cultural heritage. DISA
• [New] Ensuring the security of civil aviation infrastructure is critical in a world where cyber threats are increasingly targeting critical systems, potentially impacting global aviation safety, operational continuity, and regulatory compliance. Springer Nature Switzerland
• [New] The erosion of trust in financial institutions, government, and even the Federal Reserve threatens the social cohesion needed to implement any long-term economic vision. www.usa-update.com
• [New] In summary, climate change acts as a multiplier of existing vulnerabilities, worsening health outcomes across Africa by destabilizing the social and environmental systems people rely for survival. BioMed Central
• [New] Banks will integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into investment strategies, aligning with consumer values and addressing global challenges like climate change and social inequality. BankQuality
• [New] On a planet increasingly threatened by climate change, resource depletion, and social inequality, a comprehensive understanding of sustainability and the SDGs is essential to foster cooperation, drive meaningful action, and ensure a sustainable and just future for all. Springer Nature Switzerland
• [New] Amazon's investment in the UK creates a diverse, nationwide supply chain, opening up greater opportunities around the UK and helping more communities. Bizclik Media Ltd
• [New] Countries throughout the world such as United States, China, European Union, United Kingdom etc. are implementing cautious methods to safeguard their populations, particularly the younger generation, from the potential risks associated with social media. Times of India
• [New] Water stress is projected to intensify, most notably in regions like the Middle East and North Africa, parts of South Asia and northern China - posing long-term risks to ecosystems, cultural heritage, and the communities and tourism economies that depend on them. Yahoo News
• [New] China will study the policy system of education, medical care, insurance, and social assistance to adapt to AI, and effectively deal with the social problems brought by AI. DigiChina
• [New] The rapid development of artificial intelligence will profoundly change human society and life and change the world. DigiChina
• The adoption of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) norms is significantly reshaping the landscape of corporate compliance in India, introducing both opportunities and obligations for businesses. Lawvs - Legal Law Jobs portal in Delhi
• There are opportunities in abundance - growing global demand, high price margins, and new trade agreements with China - but also significant hurdles: community backlash, lack of standards, and weak supply chain coordination. vietnamnews.vn

Last updated: 07 July 2025