Global Scans · Digitalization · Weekly Summary

• [New] Trump was referring to Canada's digital services tax, which was enacted last year and forecast to bring in Can $5.9 billion (U.S. $4.2 billion) over five years. hurriyetdailynews.com
• [New] The health supplement segment in Southeast Asia is expected to grow at double-digit CAGR, with Indonesia leading the region due to its vast population of over 270 million. SindoShipping
• [New] Vietnam's strategic technology sectors offer significant opportunities where AI, automation, and digital transformation create immediate business value. Insignia Business Review - Insights into startup founde
• [New] For web design and SEO agencies in London and across the UK, the integration of generative AI offers a unique opportunity to stand out in a crowded digital landscape. Digital Web Design London | Web Design Agency London |
• [New] Medicare Advantage plans will expand value-based care, enhance supplemental benefits, and integrate digital health tools to improve chronic disease management. Medicare ABC: Get Medicare Insurance Agents
• [New] By effectively leveraging targeted government schemes, public-private partnerships, and digital transformation, India's MSMEs can unlock their full potential and play a central role in achieving inclusive and resilient economic development. IASbaba
• [New] The European Digital Infrastructure Consortium will implement the EU's Local Digital Twins & CitiVERSE initiative, connecting digital twins in member cities. Interoperable Europe Portal
• [New] The BFSI segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during 2024-2032, driven by digital banking, financial transactions over the internet, and the increasing need for cybersecurity. SNS Insider pvt ltd
• [New] The Commission, together with Europol, will coordinate a gap and needs analysis for technical solutions in digital forensics and support the development of forensic tools with EU funding and public-private partnerships. Migration and Home Affairs
• [New] FREMONT, CA: The financial sector is witnessing rapid digital transformation, and digital payments will become a cornerstone of the global economy in the future. Financial Services Review
• [New] The focus on digital transformation and emerging technologies will be of pivotal importance to position Malta at being able to harness new opportunities, even in a fragmented global landscape. The Malta Business Weekly
• [New] Sentiment could strengthen further if Lockheed secures new contracts or funding, particularly in missile defence and space systems, where its investment in AI and digital warfare enhances its long-term positioning. TalkMarkets
• [New] STC has achieved a significant milestone by aligning its growth with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, investing heavily in advanced digital infrastructure. Bizclik Media Ltd
• [New] For years, Microsoft Teams users have clamored for a richer way to show their reactions in conversations, and soon their requests will finally be answered: multiple emoji reactions per message - a staple on rival collaboration platforms - are about to become a reality in Teams. Windows Forum
• [New] From 2024 to 2032, online platforms are expected to grow at a leading CAGR of 13.11%, owing to surge in digital communication, rise in remote working, and growth of a global social network.
• [New] While the Connecting Families Initiative addresses the barrier of affordability, subsidizing the internet for some groups will not solve the digital divide if there continues to be a lack of infrastructure. Samuel Centre for Social Connectedness
• [New] By 2025, more ERP platforms will incorporate cognitive capabilities, allowing them to learn from previous data and provide recommendations for enhancing operations. Blogger
• [New] Focus on Trade in Services and Digital Economy: South Asia has a huge untapped potential in sectors like tourism, fintech, digital health, and education. IASbaba
• [New] ArcGIS Pro, developed by Esri, stands out as a leading GIS platform widely used for creating and analyzing spatial data, including the projected map of USA for 2025. Site Title
• [New] On the geopolitical front, digital infrastructure will become a more prominent front in U.S.-Europe relations, with technology governance emerging as a key battleground for influence and control. UNDERCODE NEWS
• Whether you are in tech, policy, or business, expect more India-based AI tools, platforms, and talent to reshape the global landscape. AI Pulse
• In summary, Germany's economic reboot is centered on innovation, sustainability, and digitalization, with the ambitious target of achieving carbon neutrality by 2045. US Newsper
• Europe is expected to grow at a notable rate during the forecast period, driven by a focus on data privacy compliance, ethical AI, and enterprise-wide digital transformation. Precedence Research

Last updated: 29 June 2025