Global Scans · Digitalization · Weekly Summary

• [New] Thales, world leader in high technologies for Defence, Aerospace and Cybersecurity & Digital, plans to recruit more than 9,000 employees worldwide in 2026. BusinessGhana
• [New] For data-focused marketers, survival in 2026 depends on adapting to AI-based detection systems, implementing compliant automation practices, and leveraging intelligent risk monitoring to protect digital assets. MEXC
• [New] Asia Pacific is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period, owing to the expansion of digital ecosystems and active government support for AI vision initiatives. Precedence Research
• [New] The most effective AI leaders in 2026 will be the ones who can leverage their technical proficiency with ethical judgement, lead cultural transformation (not just digital change), and treat AI as a strategic partner. https://www.usaii.org/ai-insights/ai-leadership-trends-
• [New] Asia-Pacific is expected to witness the fastest growth during the predicted timeframe and is expected to sustain as a leader in the upcoming period because of its huge consumer volume, strong digital environment, and early adoption of QR-based technologies in day-to-day life. Precedence Research
• [New] Health system mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are expected to intensify in 2026 as providers, payers, and tech-enabled platforms pursue geographic expansion, economies of scale, and regional synergies - often across state lines. Ankura.com
• [New] One of the primary challenges in adopting no-code AI platforms within enterprises by 2026 is the escalating energy demands of AI technologies, which are predicted to create significant bottlenecks in scalability and infrastructure availability. Grokipedia
• [New] Adoption rates are expected to surge, with Gartner predicting that 75% of new applications will utilize low-code or no-code technologies by 2026, up from lower figures in prior years, enabling businesses to accelerate digital transformation and reduce dependency on specialized developers. Grokipedia
• [New] Firms aligning strategies with India's dual focus of AI-led growth and digital accountability will be best positioned in one of the world's fastest-growing AI markets. FTI Strategic Communications
• [New] Europe is implementing a standardized digital airspace management framework that enables automated, low-altitude drone operations, with initial operational capabilities for air taxis expected in the coming years. Market Data Forecast
• [New] By 2026, digital agriculture solutions are projected to increase crop yields by up to 25% globally. Farmonaut
• [New] In 2026, Telegram will have updated to a more digital toolset, while WhatsApp will still be a solid messaging solutions app. Ameisenhardt.com
• [New] As platforms evolve, audience behaviour shifts, and AI becomes more deeply embedded in marketing workflows, the brands that succeed in 2026 will adapt thoughtfully, use technology strategically, and keep real people at the center of their social strategy. boardroomPR
• [New] From bank-led stablecoins to tokenized T-bills and AI-powered wallets, digital assets will move from pilot projects to financial plumbing in 2026. CoinDesk
• [New] Prediction 1: Headless Architectures Will Become the Foundation of Digital Systems The digital landscape today is rapidly shifting towards more flexible, scalable, and user-centric systems. TDWI
• [New] When to partner: Enterprises accelerating transformation often work with an AI Software Development Company to deploy governance platforms, vertical models, or agentic systems faster than internal teams could deliver alone. SISGAIN
• [New] Financial experts advise that while short-term volatility may continue, global demand for digital transformation and innovation will likely sustain long-term growth in the technology sector. Golden Web Portal
• [New] As digital capabilities become the entry ticket to economic opportunity, the real test for a resilient future is whether women are fully included in building - and leading - the in tech economies around the world. Roland Berger
• [New] Technology improving delivery economics: Greater use of design standardization, digital QA/QC, and offsite prefabrication for MEP to offset labour tightness and reduce rework risk in high-rise apartment buildings (especially on dense Seoul sites). GlobeNewswire
• [New] Congress will look to finalize a digital asset regulatory framework and pass a capital formation package (INVEST Act); the SEC's rulemaking agenda will be in full swing, including expanding retail access to private assets; and everyone will continue to grapple with how to regulate AI. Carta
• [New] Digital freight platforms, real-time tracking, and rate benchmarking tools will play a key role in controlling logistics spend in 2026. iContainers
• [New] Technology: India's digital economy is expanding at almost twice the pace of the broader economy and could contribute nearly 20% of GDP by 2029-30. Passle
• [New] Digital identity infrastructure could add 3-6% to GDP in developing economies by 2030. CryptoRank

Last updated: 22 February 2026