Our Scans · (ZY.4.18) Media Studies · Weekly Summary

• [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] Mass production of the Apple smart glasses is slated to begin in 2 Q 2027, with 3-5 million units projected to ship in the first year. Gadgets 360
• [New] The next generation Maia chip, internally named Braga, is now projected to enter mass production in 2026, a minimum of six months behind the initial schedule. archyde
• [New] In cooperation with the private sector, UNICEF aims to establish primary schools in around 60 villages by 2027, creating opportunities for young and disabled children to learn close to home and with community support. MongolBeat
• [New] The most successful small businesses using AI over the next five years will not necessarily be the most tech-savvy-they'll be the ones that embrace artificial intelligence as a tool to better serve their customers and communities. The Modern Small Business
• [New] 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
• [New] The Supreme Court of Canada has recognized that climate change has had a particularly serious effect on Indigenous peoples, threatening the ability of Indigenous communities in Canada to sustain themselves and maintain their traditional ways of life. SenCanada
• [New] Canada has a National Adaptation Strategy to reduce risks across all levels of government, so that communities can take action to mitigate the worst effects of climate change. SenCanada
• [New] In 2025, brands will place even more emphasis on building communities and encouraging consumers to create content that showcases their experiences with products or services. CELEBREPORTS
• [New] In addition to providing fans with an exciting new way to interact with Netflix content, Netflix House will have significant benefits for local communities and economies. Ibarrareal EN
• [New] Over the years, social media has transformed from a means of entertainment to a powerful economic tool, creating new opportunities for individuals and businesses worldwide. UA-Reporter.com
• [New] New York State is advancing efforts to address the impacts of climate change through commitments including the Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act (Bond Act) and the Community Risk and Resiliency Act. Department of Environmental Conservation
• [New] Axel Springer's media business (which is likely to be valued at $3.92 billion) will focus on AI-based journalism and reduce its reliance on search engines and social media, as part of its larger plan to double its value in the next few years. Digiday
• [New] Social media is a major driver of health trends, presenting a valuable opportunity to raise awareness, influence consumer perceptions and generate demand, especially for younger consumers. farminguk
• [New] Key findings include that 24% of small employers use AI tools, with adoption varying by firm size (21% for 1-9 employees, 48% for 50+ employees), and 63% anticipate AI becoming important in their industry within five years, primarily for communications and marketing. EconCurrent's Substack
• [New] From 2024 to 2032, online platforms are expected to grow at a leading CAGR of 13.11%, owing to surge in digital communication, rise in remote working, and growth of a global social network.
• [New] About £2.2bn will be spent on staff, medicines, new technology and equipment in rural communities, coastal towns and working-class regions. SKY
• [New] Technology adoption will likely be high across all segments: 56% of senior care employees are excited about trying new technology, and leaders plan to invest in employee feedback/communication tools and workforce management / scheduling technology in 2025. ShiftKey, LLC
• [New] As the 2027 general elections approach, the rise of synthetic media, especially deepfakes, poses a serious threat to the credibility of the democratic process and public trust in electoral outcomes. Abuja City Journal - The Capital Eye in National Affair
• [New] By 2023/24 the NHS will not be able to close the gap between demand and supply for nurses working in hospitals, mental health and community trusts. Health Foundation
• [New] As specified in The NHS long term plan, between 2018/19 and 2023/24 funding will grow faster than the overall NHS England budget for mental health (4.6% per year, on average), and primary medical and community services (3.8% per year, on average). Health Foundation
• [New] Across England, sustainability and transformation partnerships and integrated care systems are currently preparing 5-year implementation plans setting out how they will deliver the plan in their local communities. Health Foundation
• [New] Spending on mental health services will rise by £2.3bn over the next 5 years (4.6% per year), while spending on primary and community health services will rise by £4.5bn (3.8% per year). Health Foundation

Last updated: 03 July 2025