Global Scans · Technology · Weekly Summary

• [New] A shake-up is coming for parts of local government in England, and it is going to have significant implications for the digital, data and technology of the councils involved. UKAuthority
• [New] In a bid to future-proof regulation amid rapid technological disruption, the World Economic Forum has teamed up with the UAE to launch an initiative that aims to overhaul how governments around the world respond to emerging technologies such as AI. The National
• [New] While there have been high-profile players outside the traditional two-party system in US politics, it is difficult for them to gain strong enough nationwide popularity to pose a real threat. BBC News
• [New] Similar programs exist in China, where AI-driven systems monitor transportation hubs and public squares, and in the UAE, where Dubai aims to have robots account for 25% of its police force by 2030. iHLS
• [New] From new mobility solutions to advances in AI and health technology, the coming years promise further change - change that will continue to shape the way Londoners live, work, and interact with their city. London Daily News
• [New] Whereas British capabilities traditionally relied on P - 8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft and specialized frigates, the future system will integrate aerial, naval, and underwater drones. Meta-Defense.fr
• [New] FSMOne Malaysia expects global financial markets to remain volatile in 2025 but sees selective opportunities in Global Technology, Japan, Singapore and, cautiously, Malaysia. Nabalu News
• [New] Climate change has emerged as the defining environmental and political challenge of 2025, with scientific evidence demonstrating that the planet is experiencing unprecedented warming patterns that threaten to fundamentally alter global ecosystems, economic systems, and human civilization itself. Hot Topics
• [New] The European Union wants to boost production from green energy-intensive industries and increase domestic manufacturing of clean technologies needed for the energy transition to 40% of consumption by 2030. Bruegel | The Brussels-based economic think tank
• [New] Through networking, funding opportunities, and career development, SDEC 2025 reinforces Selangor's position as a leading regional hub for technology and innovation. SIBS 2025
• [New] Onshore wind will play an essential role in Clean Power by 2030, leading to a more secure and affordable energy system, and creating new economic opportunities and jobs across the UK. GOV.UK
• [New] With the increasing integration of Industry 4.0 technologies and the rising adoption of IoT devices, the demand for high-performance encoders is expected to surge in the coming years. Blogger
• [New] Success in a multipolar world demands a second triangle-geopolitics, economics, technology - with technology as the linchpin driving the sixth Kondratiev Cycle (AI, quantum computing, 2030s growth). SupplyChain Strategy
• [New] AI and quantum computing are expected to drive growth through the 2030s, based on current technological trends. SupplyChain Strategy
• [New] Astroscale's UK subsidiary has secured a £5.15m contract from the UK's Defence Science & Technology Laboratory, awarded via the BAE Systems-managed Serapis framework, to deploy two hyperspectral cubesats in 2027 for the Orpheus mission. Shares Magazine
• [New] Recent reports indicate both bipartisan concerns in the U.S Congress and similar discussions in Canada about ensuring responsible AI development to mitigate risks associated with AI systems making critical decisions. Info Petite Nation
• [New] Large-scale storage technologies like massive batteries, pumped-storage hydroelectric facilities, and innovative ideas like storing heat in hot sand - currently piloted in Finland - could absorb excess power and release it on demand. Elcabildo
• [New] The successful execution of the ITER project could herald a new era in energy production, with fusion technology playing a pivotal role in addressing global energy demands. Rude Baguette
• [New] Global EV sales are projected to surpass 20 million units annually by 2025, driven by technological advancements and growing consumer demand for sustainable transportation. The Next Avenue
• [New] As Pakistan continues to test new drones and missiles, many supported by Chinese funding or technology, India can expect an increase in grey zone warfare. Moneycontrol
• International cooperation between national technology agencies presents an opportunity for technological innovation and information sharing between the United States and allied countries at potentially lower costs. Information Technology and Innovation Foundation | ITIF
• The world of military technology has always been a dynamic space, where advancements occur at a blistering pace to outsmart potential threats. leander frigate Ship
• With emerging threats and evolving warfare tactics, nations around the world are in a race to develop and deploy sophisticated defence systems that can reliably protect their maritime interests. leander frigate Ship

Last updated: 07 July 2025