Global Scans · Digitalization · Weekly Summary

• [New] Asia-Pacific is expected to witness the fastest growth during the predicted timeframe, due to the rapid expansion of surveillance infrastructure, increasing deployment of body-worn cameras, and rising digital transformation initiatives within law enforcement and judicial systems. Precedence Research
• [New] The benefits that AI brings to smart building platforms will enable global spend to exceed $42 billion by 2028. Juniper Research Ltd
• [New] Fraud Detection and Risk Monitoring: AI-powered surveillance systems continuously analyze transaction behaviour, flag suspicious activity, and reduce credit fraud exposure across digital lending platforms, e-wallets, and card networks operating in the Philippines. openpr
• [New] As cyberattacks across the GCC surge - rising nearly 40% year on year and surpassing 200,000 attempted intrusions per day in the UAE alone - regional organizations are being forced to rethink how they build resilience in an era defined by AI-driven threats and hyperconnected digital ecosystems. Khaleej Times
• [New] Europe is witnessing increasing adoption of digital preventive solutions, including remote monitoring, electronic health records, and AI-based risk stratification tools. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Satellite connectivity has the potential to close the last remaining coverage gaps, ensuring that people even in the remotest parts of Africa can participate in the digital economy. Vodafone
• [New] Work will focus on advancing the AI models and solutions developed in Phase two, and on transforming digital twin data into high-quality AI-ready datasets that can feed into Europe's AI Factories. Science|Business
• [New] As the global technology landscape is reshaped by converging forces - geopolitical dynamics, accelerated adoption of multimodal AI, and the rise of agentic systems at scale - digital sovereignty will become increasingly important. Vodafone
• [New] Importance for marketers: Fragmented national regulation across Europe could complicate compliance, content moderation, data use, and campaign targeting, increasing operational risk and forcing brands to adapt quickly to shifting digital governance rules. MarketingProfs
• [New] Importance for marketers: Agentic shopping prototypes inside leading marketplaces could reshape product discovery, media placements, and conversion paths across Southeast Asia's fast-growing digital commerce sector. MarketingProfs
• [New] In 2026, retraining and apprenticeship programs will emerge to help digital workers transition into skilled trade professions. Los Angeles Times
• [New] In 2026, performance-based standards and increased use of digital tools like AI-enabled mix optimization could speed up the uptake of low carbon concrete by prioritising strength, durability and performance instead of sticking to a rigid ingredient list. Climate Group
• [New] As we move further into 2026, restaurants that integrate smart systems, embrace digital tools, and maintain strong leadership will stand out in a competitive landscape. Ahmad Ashkar
• [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

Last updated: 01 March 2026