Global Scans · AI & Automation · Weekly Summary

• [New] The world will continue to need more semiconductors to power the technologies of today and tomorrow, including artificial intelligence, smartphones, cloud computing, electric vehicles, and countless others. Semiconductor Industry Association
• [New] Within the Dubai Pavilion, Digital Dubai will highlight a portfolio of transformative initiatives and projects powered by advanced technologies and artificial intelligence, reaffirming Dubai's position as a global digital capital and a model for future-ready cities. Default
• [New] Norwegian maritime actors will now be able to participate in the international research front and have access to the best and most up-to-date knowledge about technology and innovation in artificial intelligence. Science|Business
• [New] The Department of Science and Technology is developing an integrated geospatial and artificial intelligence platform that will consolidate its vast datasets to enhance government decision-making, planning and innovation. philstar.com
• [New] Artificial intelligence could help fossil companies unlock another trillion barrels of production from existing oil wells through 2050, according to a global consultancy touting the breakthrough AI tool that can make it all happen. no2nuclearpower
• [New] 33% of enterprise software applications will include agentic AI by 2028, marking a fundamental shift toward intelligent business automation. Kodexo Labs
• [New] China aims to lead global artificial intelligence by 2030, with its AI platforms now nearly matching US capabilities. Deutsche Welle
• [New] As we move toward 2026, data science's fusion with emerging technologies will create ecosystems where intelligence is continuous, automation is strategic, and insights drive sustainable growth. PharmaXNext Conference
• [New] Growing concerns about the societal risks posed by advanced artificial intelligence systems have prompted debate over whether and how the U.S. government should promote stronger security practices among private-sector developers. Rand Corporation
• [New] By the end of 2026, about 37-41% of companies intend to replace workers with AI agents, with many already conducting layoffs in anticipation of further automation. Optimize Smart
• [New] With DeepMind's innovative approach, there is optimism that the traditional timeline for material discovery, spanning 10 to 20 years, could be dramatically condensed through advancements in experimentation, autonomous synthesis, and machine learning models. International Defense Security & Technology
• [New] In a groundbreaking development, Google DeepMind has harnessed the power of artificial intelligence to unlock the potential of over 2 million new materials, marking a significant stride towards revolutionizing real-world technologies. International Defense Security & Technology
• [New] The five-year plan in focus this week is expected to emphasize China's economic security and technological innovation in sectors like artificial intelligence, quantum computing, new energy and biotechnology. KRDO
• [New] The extended collaboration will see the introduction of Gemini's multimodal intelligence to the Salesforce ecosystem, supporting tasks such as hybrid reasoning and multistep process automation across enterprise sales and IT services. Verdict
• [New] Goldman Sachs analysts, for instance, contend that the AI boom is still in its nascent stages, with current investment levels modest compared to the potential $20 trillion economic payoff expected from widespread AI adoption. FinancialContent
• [New] Argentina recently announced an Applied Artificial Intelligence for Security Unit specifically to use machine learning algorithms to analyze historical crime data to predict future crimes. National Law Review
• [New] Taiwan-based manufacturing giant Foxconn announced that it will partner with US artificial intelligence chip designer Nvidia Corp. to develop AI factory infrastructure. Economic Times
• [New] Global watchdogs like the Financial Stability Board are tightening oversight of how banks and companies use artificial intelligence, worried that relying too much on a few tech providers or flawed data could create bigger financial risks. Churchill Mortgage
• [New] OpenAI boasts that its mission is to ensure artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity; as of June, that noble aspiration will encompass supplying $200 million's-worth of AI services to the US armed forces. UnHerd
• The world today must adopt a different approach to deal with crises, one where resilience serves as an element in building new opportunities enhanced by artificial intelligence and data, and through which resilience evolves as a proactive and innovative approach to work. Government of Dubai Media Office
• Artificial Intelligence has become a powerful catalyst for development that can add $7 trillion to global GDP by 2030. Government of Dubai Media Office
• Case studies will highlight global best practices in reskilling and upskilling, particularly within industries facing disruption from automation, artificial intelligence, and digitization. upskilldevelopment.com
• A rapid, large-scale adoption of AI across industries and society could give China an edge in areas where Europe has traditionally excelled, like industrial automation. Merics

Last updated: 25 October 2025