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

• [New] As detailed in the proposals from the European Commission, highlighted by Euractiv, regulations will demand that AI systems operate with clear audit trails and accountability measures, ensuring both transparency and security in critical infrastructure-related operations. OpenTools
• [New] By reinforcing systems and maintaining vigilance across operations and taking a multi-layered approach incorporating biometric and behavioural technology organizations can better protect customers and minimise risk during one of the busiest and most demanding periods of the year. FinExtra
• [New] Total AI spending will reach $1.5 trillion in 2025, with generative AI alone accounting for $644 billion - a 76.4% year-over-year increase. Sezarr Overseas News
• [New] Waymo is advancing its autonomous vehicle operations by removing safety operators from its robotaxi fleet in Miami, marking a significant step towards a commercial launch in 2026. Tipranks
• [New] 88% of small and mid-size business owners say inflation is hitting their operations, prompting 64% to plan price hikes and 39% to curb spending in 2026. Forbes
• [New] Over the next decade, sustainable aviation fuel will evolve from a niche product to a mainstream energy source that fundamentally reshapes aviation economics and operations. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] PwC's 2025 Digital Trends in Operations Survey found that 92% of supply chain leaders say tech investments have not fully delivered the expected results. PwC
• [New] By 2026, 60% of G2000 manufacturers will use AI-powered digital platforms to support resilient and autonomous operations, increasing productivity by 15%. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] Success in curbing cartel influence could enhance the business environment, encouraging U.S. companies to expand operations in Mexico. Ainvest
• [New] Over the next decade, cybersecurity will evolve from a technical function to a core business competency integrated into every aspect of organizational operations. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] As Gartner notes, By 2025, 80% of accounting operations will be conducted through cloud-based platforms that enable real-time collaboration across borders. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] Over 90% of accounting tasks will be automated or significantly transformed by artificial intelligence within the next decade. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] Working closely with the EY AI & Data center of Excellence in Greece, Eurobank will develop a scalable, automated system to embed agentic AI into core banking operations - moving from pilot programs to real-world impact. FinExtra
• [New] Over the next decade, cybersecurity will evolve from a technical specialty to a foundational business discipline integrated into every aspect of operations. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] By 2030, autonomous security systems will handle 85% of routine security operations. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• [New] Ukraine's CERT-UA has observed Russian hackers using AI to automate cyberattacks, generate malware, and exploit zero-click vulnerabilities, marking a shift toward Steal & Go operations and AI-assisted hybrid warfare coordinated with missile strikes. EU DisinfoLab
• [New] By leaving Beijing's cyber aggression unaddressed, President Trump risks handing Xi a free pass to wield cyber operations to undermine his leverage on a core policy priority in future summits. CNAS
• [New] As the world accelerates its pursuit of sustainability, air traffic management (ATM) and operations must evolve to meet an undeniably urgent challenge: achieving net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050. Indian Aerospace and Defence Bulletin - News for aerosp
• [New] By 2026, technology and sustainability will drive InvIT operations. Economic Times
• [New] By 2026, further refinements are expected to strengthen governance and streamline operations as InvITs expand in scale and complexity. Economic Times
• [New] Technology and ESG principles will drive operations, positioning InvITs for sustainable growth and India's economic transformation. Economic Times
• [New] The virtual team of AI agents in QuickBooks will work together across the Intuit platform to handle repetitive tasks, and support collaboration between business owners and their accounting professionals. City AM
• [New] Eurobank will work closely with the EY AI & Data center of Excellence in Greece to develop a scalable, automated system to embed agentic AI into its core banking operations, moving from pilot programs to real-world impact. The Fintech Times

Last updated: 24 November 2025