Global Scans · Proximity Tech · Weekly Summary

• [New] Bioinformatics, a fast-growing field at the intersection of biology, computer science, and statistics, could help Nigeria move from reactive medicine to predictive and personalised healthcare. Healthwise
• [New] Thanks to advanced digital tools, mapping technologies, and local cooperative platforms, finding quality compost for sale near you in 2026 is faster, more accurate, and more convenient than ever. Farmonaut
• [New] There's the much-discussed possibility that the XRP blockchain payment network could one day be integrated into the SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication) network for international bank transfers and cross-border payments. AOL
• [New] Opportunities include potential rate cuts, new sanctions, and global oil demand growth, while risks stem from near-term industry headwinds and macroeconomic uncertainty. Seeking Alpha
• [New] Coverage and performance could vary depending on satellite density, latency, and regulatory approval, especially within Europe's strict telecommunications framework. International Business Times UK
• [New] Maritime biodiesel demand is projected to double to 1.6 billion liters by 2030, making up near 1% of total maritime fuel demand. IEA
• [New] Near-term milestones include completing a mobility incubator prototype, climate and green bond certification, and a France pilot fleet in 2026. Automotive World
• [New] Thanks to collaborative governance and disciplined delivery, programmes such as Morane 2 are currently validating FRMCS hardware and software in three laboratories and on five field test lines, including a high-speed line in Spain, ensuring readiness for large-scale deployment from 2027 onwards. UIC Communications
• [New] For 2026, there's a growing enforcement of evidence-based use: requiring data (often from satellite monitoring and field audits) to demonstrate that insecticide applications are both necessary and safe. Farmonaut
• [New] Starlink Wi-Fi is free for United MileagePlus members, and customers will receive a notification before their flight if it's equipped with Starlink, allowing them to live stream sports events, watch films or TV shows, and access their own personal streaming services. Travel Tomorrow
• [New] Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, announced it will partner with leading telecommunications firms in the Asia-Pacific to build a new submarine cable aimed at boosting internet connectivity across Taiwan and five other countries by 2028. -
• [New] Several recent trends and technology developments will make GO-LoW possible in the near future, such as the declining cost of mass-produced small satellites, the rise of mega-constellations, and the return of large, high-capacity launch vehicles like NASA's Space Launch System. MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• On the back of the Xiaomi 15 T Pro, you will find a triple camera system made up of a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with 5 x optical zoom, and a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera with a 120-degree field of view. BGR
• The Department for Transport recently secured funding to introduce low Earth orbit satellite connectivity on all mainline trains, which will significantly improve both the availability and internet data connection speeds for Wi-Fi connected passengers. The Register
• Forecasts from McKinsey indicate steady increases in conditional automation, with Level 3 pilots anticipated in the near term and full automation expected to emerge in later decades. AIMultiple
• Texas, with its vast and diverse telecom network, saw significant disruptions, accounting for another 12% of all incidents. Wireless Estimator
• The Department of Telecom has developed an AI-based fraud risk indicator tool using which payments app PhonePe and Paytm have claimed to protect citizens from fraud worth Rs200 crore and blocked more than 48 lakh suspicious transactions. Economic Times
• According to telecom industry players, 6G trials are expected to start in 2028 and commercial deployment will take some more time. Economic Times
• The 6G telecom service is expected to contribute $1.2 trillion to India's GDP by 2035. Trak.in - Indian Business of Tech, Mobile & Startups
• In the future, ZK light clients for blockchains (including Ethereum, Sui, Aptos, Near, and Cosmos) will be deployed and integrated with Wormhole to enable trustless bidirectional data transfer. RootData

Last updated: 27 October 2025