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WHAT'S NEXT?: AI will replace 16% of jobs over the next decade. A billion people will enter the job market over the next ten years.

• [New] The World Bank's report explores how robots, AI, and digital platforms are reshaping labor markets in East Asia and the Pacific, creating new opportunities while deepening risks for low-skilled and informal workers. Devdiscourse
• [New] The creation of Great British Railways presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to change how the rail system works - structurally, financially and operationally - and put passengers and freight operators first. GOV.UK
• [New] Concerns about the risks of higher unemployment and higher inflation have left the Federal Reserve in wait-and-see mode for lowering interest rates. CNet
• [New] The growth of XR technology in Pakistan presents significant opportunities for job creation and economic development. CertLibrary Blog
• [New] Customers need measurable business value and clear time-to-payback and Workday's innovations with agentic AI will resonate strongly with organizations looking to truly transform the future of work and fully take advantage of the power of AI. Newsroom | Workday
• [New] In 2016, the World Health Organization estimated a shortfall of 18 million health workers to achieve universal health coverage by 2030, primarily in low- and middle-income settings. World Health Organization
• [New] Cisco will open a new Global AI Hub in Paris to develop secure, energy-efficient infrastructure, train 230,000 in AI skills, and boost France's AI startup ecosystem, including support for local startup and Cisco partner Mistral AI. RCR Wireless News
• [New] By 2030 employers expect to eliminate 92 million jobs via automation while creating 170 million new roles, many in tech and care industries. Forward Future
• [New] The new plant in China and Thailand is expected to create more than 700, 1000 jobs respectively and the European expansion will add more than 150 jobs. ReAnIn
• [New] The trade deals with India and the US will unlock new opportunities for the West Midlands, where 32% of the automotive workforce is based. GOV.UK
• [New] Some 52% of US workers are said to fear the impact of artificial intelligence on their future, and in the UK an ACAS commissioned study found over a quarter of workers are worried that artificial intelligence will lead to job losses. Artemis.bm - The Catastrophe Bond, Insurance Linked Sec
• [New] As the global obesity epidemic evolves, it is creating new challenges and opportunities for clinicians working in endocrinology, primary care, and lifestyle medicine. Diabetes In Control. A free weekly diabetes newsletter for Medical Professionals.
• [New] Space42 Space Systems will deliver sustainable economic impact and create high-skilled jobs in the advanced industries sector, including a significant number of roles for UAE Nationals, reflecting Abu Dhabi's commitment to cultivating a highly skilled local talent base. Space42
• [New] Half of respondents say their organizations will need more data scientists in the coming year, and companies are increasingly investing in reskilling current employees rather than just hiring new talent. Digitizing Polaris
• [New] The most affected populations will likely be in sub-Saharan Africa, and marginalised groups who are already at a higher risk of acquiring HIV, such as people who inject drugs, sex workers, and men who have sex with men, as well as children. EurekAlert!
• [New] The greatest impact from potential funding cuts could be in sub-Saharan Africa and among vulnerable populations, including people who inject drugs, sex workers, men who have sex with men, and children. EurekAlert!
• [New] The net-zero transition will transform many parts of the UK economy and provide an opportunity for growth in high-quality jobs and distribute economic opportunities across the UK. Frontiers
• [New] Coupled with wider collaboration across Asia-Pacific, it could drive significant regional economic impact - with SEA-6 economies potentially reaping USD 120 billion in GDP growth, 900,000 new jobs, and closing up to 50% of the emissions gap by 2030. Bain
• [New] The STEM skills shortages facing defence employers are significant and will hinder any potential growth unless addressed quickly. Airforce Technology
• [New] UK businesses are navigating a turbulent supply chain environment, marked by economic uncertainty, labour shortages, cyber risks, and complex post-Brexit trade regulations. European Business Magazine
• Initiatives like Green Rising, led by Generation Unlimited and supported by partners such as Capgemini, aim to reach 20 million youth by 2026, helping them gain green skills, pursue meaningful jobs, and launch sustainable ventures. The CSR Universe
• The American Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the U.S. to add more than 15,000 jobs in network and computer systems administrators1 by 2029. PubMed Central (PMC)

Last updated: 26 May 2025