Our Scans · (ZY.2.07) Management · Weekly Summary

• [New] Running through 2028, the fully funded Orpheus mission will span the full lifecycle from satellite development to launch and operations, supporting UK defence readiness and global space domain awareness. Space Daily
• [New] Russia will likely leverage North Korean workers to drastically increase its drone production numbers, and North Korean workers will have the opportunity to learn and export valuable drone development, manufacture, and operation lessons. Institute for the Study of War
• [New] Following the carve-out, VCI Global will intensify its focus on expanding operations in high-growth sectors, including fintech, data center, AI & robotics, renewable energy and cybersecurity. VCI Global Limited
• [New] The self-driving Tesla Model Y vehicles will only operate in limited areas, avoid challenging intersections, and have teleoperators who can intervene if problems arise. The Overspill: when there's more that I want to say
• [New] Plan A 2025 will do even more with M&S aiming to make its entire business model zero waste - not just its own operations but also its supply chains and products. Marks & Spencer
• [New] Russia, despite economic sanctions, has partnered with China on lunar missions and declared their intention to establish mining operations on the Moon's south pole by 2028. Climate Cosmos
• [New] While European nations will shoulder a larger share of military aid, the U.S. will stay deeply involved through intelligence-sharing and operational support, including air defence systems. The Cipher Brief
• [New] The ELi Process has the potential to deliver a step-change in operating costs versus industry-standard chemical precipitation. Discovery Alert
• [New] Israel will continue to seek the distribution of any humanitarian aid through facilities that it will provide itself, not allowing the operation of structures that are not fully under Israel's control. All About Shipping
• [New] For Mobile Network Operators, Google, and Apple, the evolving messaging landscape presents a multifaceted opportunity for brands across SMS, RCS, and emerging Network APIs. MEF
• [New] Tesla's Robotaxi service could offer more stable pricing, as autonomous vehicles are expected to lower operating costs by eliminating driver wages and maximizing vehicle use per day. Mount Bonnell
• [New] Stakeholder outreach and investment initiatives across Alaska are ongoing and will continue to be a core focus through all stages of development, construction, and operation. Junior Mining Network
• [New] While Iran lacks the cyber sophistication of China or Russia, it is adept at leveraging smaller-scale operations to gather intelligence and cause fear. The Cipher Brief
• [New] By 2040, coal will account for just 25% of generation, with only five Eskom plants still operating, in line with the Climate Change Bill. Engineering News
• [New] State Street expects AI to enable greater standardization, improve service quality, reduce cycle times, and ultimately drive step function improvements in operational efficiency and cost structures over time. Global Custody Pro
• [New] Russian assistance could similarly prove instrumental as North Korea seeks to benefit from a new suspected light water reactor at Yongbyon that has been under construction for more than a decade and may now be operating. Macdonald-Laurier Institute
• [New] In the Afghanistan-Pakistan region's evolving threat landscape, terrorist groups have been slow in adopting technologies such as drones and generative Artificial Intelligence for their operations. Counter Extremism Project
• [New] Improving operational efficiency: With an AI-enabled network, Elisa will be able to achieve world-leading network efficiency, reducing operational costs. TelecomTalk
• [New] Israel's covert drone strike deep inside Iran, Ukraine's disruptive drone operation against Russian military targets, and Israel's explosive pager attack that crippled Hezbollah's command structure. The Asia Live
• [New] Russia could use its excess natural gas to power AI data centers or crypto mining operations, Russian officials have said, as Moscows pipeline gas exports to Europe have collapsed and led to an oversupply at home. EconCurrent's Substack
• India is witnessing the rise of GCCs for social impact, and companies are increasingly integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals into their operations from India, aligning business growth with national sustainability objectives like Net Zero by 2070. Yourstory
• Any terror strike on Indian soil in the future will have serious consequences for Pakistan, and warned that Operation Sindoor is still ongoing. Economic Times

Last updated: 30 June 2025