Global Scans · Security · Weekly Summary

• [New] IoT-driven agricultural initiatives could increase agricultural productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa by approximately 30%, providing critical support for food security, employment, and economic resilience. Myjoyonline
• [New] The growing complexity of global supply chains drives the need for specialized services to block intrusion, provide continuous threat assessment and initiate immediate security incidents' responses. Custom Market Insights
• [New] As extreme weather events increasingly threaten water and the security of food supply chains, climate smart nature-based solutions have the power to help make the world a safer and healthier place. WRAP
• [New] As AI systems become a growing target for cyberattacks, 82% of APAC security leaders believe machine identity security will play a vital role in securing the future of AI. Frontier Enterprise
• [New] EU Push for Reform: The European Commission has pressured countries to phase out Golden Visa programs, citing risks related to money laundering, corruption, and security threats. Savory Partners
• [New] Long as India does not play a role in Red Sea security, New Delhi's ability to defend its trade interests vis-a-vis the Houthi conflict will be limited. The Diplomat
• [New] In any post-war scenario in the Gaza Strip, the United States will ensure that Israeli security requirements are met, including that Hamas and other terror groups play no governing role and that a robust security architecture prevents Gaza from ever again posing a threat to Israel. The Heritage Foundation
• [New] To achieve strategic partnership, the United States will improve Israel's regional position by strengthening existing or establishing new regional security, economic, and commercial architectures. The Heritage Foundation
• [New] To bolster Israel's security, the U.S. should pursue the new regional architecture that brings Israel into closer security alignment with other Western-aligned Arab countries as envisioned by President Donald Trump during his first term. The Heritage Foundation
• [New] U.S. and international security could benefit if current and future U.S. policymakers understood that when their adversaries possess nuclear weapons, any perception that the United States pursues regime change is all the more counterproductive. Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
• [New] With drone incidents on the rise globally, access to timely and relevant data is critical for organizations to enhance their security posture and stay ahead of potential drone threats. APDR
• [New] Poland recently announced plans to double its gold reserves by 2030, citing the need for greater financial security in uncertain times. Discovery Alert
• [New] The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) defines critical minerals as ones that are essential to a country's economy and national security, with supply chains that are vulnerable to disruption. Student News Daily
• [New] The IT organization must acquire skills in the five trending areas - mobility, cloud, big data, social media, and security - within the next few years, or risk running a skills deficit. Fairleigh Dickinson University | IT
• [New] If the US were to accept a deal, it would likely come at the expense of its current cooperation with Rwanda against regional threats like al-Shabaab - potentially restructuring the regional security architecture. Steptoe LLP
• [New] The Polar Security Cutter will provide the United States with enhanced operational capability in polar regions, playing a critical role in safeguarding national security, economic stability, and supporting vital maritime and commercial interests. Chuck Hill's CG Blog
• [New] The European Commission has voiced apprehension about Beijing's growing technological influence and the potential risks for European investments in supporting Chinese companies perceived as security threats, such as Huawei in the 5G sector. GIS Reports
• [New] China, Iran, and Russia control large deposits of several minerals critical to the US, posing a national security risk. Global Trade Review (GTR)
• [New] By implementing safeguards to keep AI under human control, investing America's AI leadership, ensuring collaborative government oversight, mitigating AI's societal risks, and extending AI's benefits worldwide, the US can secure a future in which AI is a force for prosperity, security, and freedom. Wilson Center
• [New] As both nations implement countermeasures, the US-China technological dispute continues to intensify, reinforcing the need for long-term, robust enforcement measures to secure technology and supply chains against geopolitical disruptions. Eurasia Review
• Security services will be the second fastest growing technology group in 2025, driven by the continuous expansion of managed security services, on which organizations of all sizes will continue to increase their focus as a flexible and efficient way to face new security challenges. IDC: The premier global market intelligence company

Last updated: 01 April 2025