Global Scans · Partnerships for the Goals · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 17: Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.

• [New] DAF3 will serve as a premier venue to foster cross-sector partnerships that will propel blockchain integration forward in 2026. The National Law Review
• [New] The partnership between the Ministry of Defence and TPP will deliver the world's most advanced digital health platform for the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force - now and into the future. GOV.UK
• [New] Institutional Adoption - Partnerships with Ripple, BlackRock, and stablecoin issuers could drive network usage and demand for W as the connectivity token. CoinMarketCap
• [New] Both Tesla and Waymo continue to expand their artificial intelligence infrastructure and data collection capabilities, while several of Uber's autonomous vehicle partnerships are not expected to scale meaningfully until later in 2026 and into 2027. Proactiveinvestors NA
• [New] MEA's potential to become a global hub for green hydrogen exports creates long-term opportunities for fuel cell vehicle adoption and international partnerships. Precedence Research
• [New] Okolo posited that absent sustained investment in AI education, infrastructure, and local partnerships, the U.S. risks ceding long-term influence over AI systems worldwide. Default
• [New] Strategic partnerships with United AirlinesUAL - and defence firms aim to generate recurring revenue, but execution risks persist amid intense global competition. Ainvest
• [New] Another element of the NVIDIA partnership that's expected to influence Cisco's 2026 efforts is the Cisco Secure AI Factory with NVIDIA, which brings together Cisco security and networking technology, NVIDIA DPUs, and storage options. World Wide Technology
• [New] In partnership with Boston Consulting Group, electrified vehicles (hybrids and fully electric) could account for more than 90% of new car sales in Brazil by 2040. valorinternational
• [New] Embedded Insurance: Scaling Through Ecosystems and White-Label Models Embedded insurance will continue its rapid growth in 2026, driven by partnerships with retailers, platforms, and digital ecosystems. ResponseSource
• [New] Apple's partnership with Globalstar has made satellite connectivity mainstream, with future iPhones expected to support messaging, roadside assistance, and geo-location services through satellite connections. Aerospace & Defense News
• [New] India's engagement with ASEAN in 2026 will be framed by the ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and its new Plan of Action (2026-2030), which prioritizes connectivity, digital cooperation, and people-to-people ties. Southeast Asia Public Policy Institute
• [New] With China already demonstrating its capacity as a leader in promoting international AI cooperation, U.S. withdrawal from multilateral engagement and reduced aid spending heighten opportunities for China to intensify AI partnerships with Global Majority countries. Default
• [New] HR's partnership with IT will make or break AI transformation in 2026. Training
• [New] Google extended hardware partnership with Xreal on Project Aura; launch 2026 will expand Android XR. Glass Almanac
• [New] Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation are among the leading U.S. OEMs expected to make notable progress in type certification with the FAA, potentially positioning themselves for limited commercial passenger routes in partnership with airlines and mobility operators. Advanced Air Mobility Intl
• [New] UAE's climate investment vehicle ALTERRA, in partnership with Spanish bank BBVA, plans to launch a USD1.2bn climate-focused co-investment fund to scale climate-aligned investments across energy transition, decarbonization technologies, climate tech and sustainable living. Nasser Saidi & Associates
• [New] Apple and Google announced a multi-year partnership that will see Google's Gemini models and cloud infrastructure powering the next generation of Apple Foundation Models. BearNetAI - Bytes to Insights
• [New] 2026 will be marked by a growth in partnerships between business schools and AI firms. BusinessBecause
• [New] Purdue will continue to form industry partnerships and lead across the entire AI tech stack: from applications to data and models, from compute capabilities and semiconductor to power grid and SMR. Campus Technology
• [New] In partnership with Highnote, the technology infrastructure provider will begin settling transactions with Visa using Circle's USDC stablecoin over the Solana blockchain. / USA The Fintech Times
• [New] Roche expects filing for up to three new molecular entities in 2026, and accelerating its pipeline through partnerships and acquisitions. Clinical Trials Arena
• [New] Apple's AAPL next-generation artificial intelligence models will be based on Gemini models in a multiyear partnership. Morningstar, Inc.

Last updated: 26 January 2026