Global Scans · Big Data · Weekly Summary

• [New] Argentina could be home to Latin America's first Stargate, which is a joint initiative from OpenAI, Oracle and SoftBank that will build a network of big data centers that would power OpenAI's artificial intelligence technology. oregonlive
• [New] Demand for AI and big data skills will continue to grow, placing pressure on employers to reskill and upskill staff - particularly as nearly 60% of the global workforce is estimated to require training in the next five years. Workplace Insight
• [New] 80% of engineers will need to upskill by 2027 due to the impact of GenAI, while data from the World Economic Forum shows that AI and big data are the fastest-growing skills across the entire workforce. CDO Magazine
• [New] Korea has instituted a dedicated Emerging Risk Identification Center, which employs big data analytics, structured expert committees, and horizon scanning to identify emerging risks. OECD
• Chinese markets will be in focus in the Asian session with a big data drop midway through the day, with GDP, Industrial Production, and Retail Sales numbers all featuring. IC Markets | Official Blog | Blog
• With the rapid digital transformation driven by Saudi Vision 2030, industries are integrating advanced technologies such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and big data analytics, making cybersecurity a top priority. Bonafide Research
• Amazon uses big data analytics to optimize its supply chain and predict consumer purchasing patterns. Quantic School of Business and Technology
• The convergence of AI, big data, and cloud computing with advanced imaging modalities will redefine the future of diagnostics in Europe. Coherent MI
• In 2025, over 80% of mining companies will use big data mining to drive ESG compliance for climate change adaptation. Farmonaut
• With the Cambridge Gaia Data Processing Centre in the front line, Gaia is expected to be the most science-prolific mission in history and its big data techniques are being adapted for other fields, such as medical imaging. GOV.UK

Last updated: 26 October 2025