Global Scans · Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 9: Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation.

• [New] Some industry groups and local officials are dissatisfied with EPA's new rules, questioning the economic burden placed on water systems and manufacturers and predicting that certain manufacturing industries will seek residence in countries with less stringent environmental protections. JD Supra
• [New] The Security Credential Management System will allow industry to design connected vehicles while following harmonized standards between Canada and the United States, and reduce manufacturing costs. Transport Canada
• [New] Iranian threat actor MuddyWater introduced a new C2 infrastructure known as DarkBeatC2, bolstering its capabilities with spear-phishing and the deployment of Atera Agent software. Cyber Fusion Center | Threat Intelligence Solution Comp
• [New] The expansion of irrigated lands and increased rice productivity, facilitated by Japan-supported irrigation infrastructure, mitigated the risks of harvest failure due to droughts and floods. Taylor & Francis
• [New] In terms of regional demand, China is expected to maintain its steel demand levels in 2024 compared to 2023, with declines in real estate investments offset by growth in infrastructure and manufacturing sectors. petromindo
• [New] Despite the greatest ever global challenge to international travel, Ireland's tourism industry will rise again and prosper. ITIC - Industry Recovery Roadmap
• [New] PwC will build new solutions and industry use cases that help enhance how global organizations function and accelerate time-to-value from AI investments, leveraging the power of Google Cloud's AI-optimized infrastructure and Gemini models. Google Cloud Press Corner
• [New] While nuclear power might experience a resurgence globally and eventually have a role in Australia, right now, no matter how much intent there might be to activate a nuclear power industry, it is difficult to envision before the mid-2040s. SmartCompany
• [New] There are multiple disruptive forces shaping the global operating environment, including climate change, technological innovation, demographic shifts, and the rising influence of non-state actors. MIT OpenCourseWare
• [New] Maintenance and support of the HAWK missile system will enhance Ukraine's ability to defend itself and protect its infrastructure. Army Recognition
• [New] Real Estate and Property Development The property sector is expanding in Australia and around the world, creating a wide range of employment opportunities in the commercial, residential and tourism sectors of the real estate and property management industries. Programs and courses
• [New] More recently, lawmakers and utilities have expressed worries around cybersecurity and the risk of bad actors hacking into critical energy storage infrastructure in North America. EVLO Energy
• [New] Google plans to invest $1 billion in digital connectivity for North Pacific Connect, which expands the Pacific Connect Initiative, with NEC, to improve digital communications infrastructure between the United States, Japan, and Pacific Island Nations. The White House
• [New] The adoption of AI technologies has the potential to align with the sustainability objectives of the Serbian hotel industry, fostering economic, social, and environmental benefits. MDPI
• [New] The adoption of AI technologies in the Serbian hotel industry has the potential to significantly contribute to sustainability goals. MDPI
• [New] Because of the Canada Carbon Rebate, the Government of can take real action to slow down climate change and still protect households from increased costs that climate change will mean for insurance, infrastructure repairs, health care, and more. Yahoo Finance
• [New] By leveraging partnerships and embracing innovative solutions, stakeholders can work together to bridge the digital divide and unlock the full potential of Africa's urban centers for economic and social development. Telecom Review Africa
• [New] With approximately 65% of industrial energy consumed by motor-driven systems, ADI technology is driving the efficient design of variable speed drives which have the potential to reduce energy consumption by up to 60% per year. Yahoo Finance
• [New] The AI network interface cards, which are already being used by Google Cloud, will provide a secure way to offload functionality like storage, networking and container management and manage AI infrastructure. TechRepublic
• The United States will support Armenia's efforts to minimize the strain on public services and infrastructure, and facilitate social cohesion and economic development. European Neighbourhood Policy and Enlargement Negotiati

Last updated: 14 April 2024