Global Scans · Lifestyles · Weekly Summary

WHAT'S NEXT?: Digital lifestyles are on the rise around the world and AR and VR will likely see us all using wearables, head-mounted displays and smartphones in almost everything we do. And, most of us will be living in cities too with full amenities close by.

• [New] 73% of consumers worldwide are willing to change their purchasing behaviour to reduce environmental impact, making sustainable products a genuine commercial opportunity. Devera
• [New] Recent estimates suggest that by 2030, obesity and lifestyle-related diseases could account for up to 30% of global deaths, emphasizing the urgent need for effective prevention and management strategies. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Pre-treatment assessment of eating behaviour patterns may help predict who will benefit most from GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy. ScienceDaily
• [New] Global chocolate volumes fell 5.1%, while Food Manufacturers volumes dropped 5.4% due to weaker demand, changing customer behaviour, and supply disruptions in North America. CNS Media
• [New] Latin America's political behaviour has long been marked by cycles of hope and disappointment - and that the current retorno de la derecha comes with its own risks: shallow party systems, fragmented legislatures and voters expecting fast security fixes. LATIN AMERICA ¡SIN FILTRO!
• [New] Starting in 2027, new cars could be equipped with AI systems that scan a driver's face, eyes and behaviour to determine if they are alert enough to drive. WTHI-TV
• [New] By 2030 one in six people worldwide will be age 60 or older, underscoring the importance of lifestyle strategies - including nutrition - to support long-term health and independence. Global Wellness Institute
• Mobile shopping represents 57% of global retail e-commerce sales and is expected to reach 62% by 2027. Revenue Memo
• Following the success of WeChat and Grab in Asia, Gartner expects 35% of European and North American consumers to use at least one super app for payments, messaging, and shopping combined by 2027. Searchlab
• Emerging markets offer significant potential, particularly in Asia-Pacific and Latin America, where rising incomes and changing lifestyles are driving pet ownership. openpr
• AI tools like sentiment analysis enable startups to monitor real-time changes in global economies and investor behaviour, mitigating risks associated with geopolitical instability. Mean CEO's BLOG
• AI automation in 2026 analyzes network traffic, user behaviour, and system logs to detect anomalies that can signal fraud and security threats. FlexLab
• Analysts agree that 2026 travelers will still spend, but they will choose trips that align with their values, seek genuineness and wellbeing, and selectively invest in experiences that connect rather than simply maximising the number of trips or miles flown. Melanie May - Travel Eat Write Repeat
• ChatGPT referrals to retailer apps grew 28% YoY on Black Friday, with Walmart and Amazon as primary beneficiaries, and both Adobe and Shopify expect AI agents to mediate a large share of shopping journeys. The Art of CTO
• Amazon's Rufus chatbot materially lifted conversion, and Adobe expects a five-fold + jump in AI-assisted shopping by next holiday season. The Art of CTO
• If the Harvard research explains why values misalignment is so damaging, Gen Z is forcing the issue of when organizations will be held accountable for it. Primeast
• As pet ownership rates continue to rise globally, fueled by factors like urbanization and changing lifestyles, the demand for convenient and nutritious pet food solutions, including animal-based wet food, is expected to grow further escalate. Diligence Insights
• By 2026, several factors are expected to converge to create a massive shift in consumer behaviour and regulation. Top 3 Best Doctors
• In 2026, customers expect seamless digital experiences, whether they are shopping online or interacting with a brand. Business2sell.com

Last updated: 14 May 2026