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WHAT'S NEXT?: Digital lifestyles are on the rise around the world and AR and VR will likely see us all using wearables, head-mounted displays and smartphones in almost everything we do. And, most of us will be living in cities too with full amenities close by.

  • [New] Using a more conservative value of $7 million per life, the economic cost of premature deaths expected through the next year is estimated at $4.4 trillion. PubMed Central (PMC)
  • [New] A complete ban imposed by a giant economy such as China has the potential to cause significant drops in the value of cryptocurrencies and discourage investors. Robotics & Automation News
  • [New] Value for farmers By integrating new production technologies, Arla Foods will enhance its operational efficiency and product quality, while also changing product development and delivery timelines. .foodingredientsfirst.com/
  • [New] Future biorefineries will have to add value to multiple biomass fractions at the same time to increase their economic competitiveness. Energy Post
  • [New] During a potential third term for Modi, we would expect further progress towards digitalization and continued policy push toward manufacturing / exports, given India's increasing footprint in global value chains. Mint
  • [New] Microsoft is infusing AI across every layer of its tech stack, creating new ways to power organizations and industries, and unlocking new opportunities to deliver transformational value to customers. The Official Microsoft Blog
  • [New] Nearly three-quarters of CEOs believe generative AI will significantly change the way their company creates, delivers, and captures value in the next three years. Legal It Insider
  • [New] The UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights will be, for the first time, codified in EU law, and businesses will be obliged to conduct environmental and human rights due diligence in their value chains. DLA Piper
  • [New] With an impressive 955% increase in share value since the beginning of 2023, and over 200% in 2024 till now, Super Micro Computer embodies the high-growth potential within the tech sector, presenting a wonderful opportunity to growth-oriented investors. DailyInvestNews
  • [New] The Lobito Corridor will create economic opportunities, value and jobs for Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia. EEAS
  • As the GCC cybersecurity industry continues to grow - with F & S estimating it to triple in value by 2030 to reach US$ 13.4 billion - countries like the UAE and Saudi Arabia continue to reduce their dependence on oil exports and are instead opting for digital tools and technologies. Intelligent CIO Middle East
  • The recent boom in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry is forecast to continue, with analysts predicting it could grow nearly 20-fold from 2021 through 2030, reaching a value of $1.8 trillion. Investopedia
  • Increased manufacturing in India may lead to U.S. export opportunities for components in the solar value chain such as polysilicon. International Trade Administration | Trade.gov
  • The entire value chain of lithium-ion battery manufacturing to recycling has the potential to grow around 30% per year through this decade - potentially hitting more than $400bn at its peak between now and then. Yahoo Finance
  • Green Repair and New Energy zone advancing the green automotive aftermarket The returning Green Repair and New Energy zone will be key in emphasising the value of sustainability in the repair sector. AAA Magazine
  • The dual satellite network and space sandbox will position Mongolia as a high-value investment and research destination for global companies across the space and technology sectors. Australian Associated Press
  • The recent Agricultural Commodities and Australian Crop by Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences reports are predicting that the gross value of production in 2024-25 will increase after poor seasonal conditions affected outcomes in 2023-24. AgroSpectrum Asia
  • A rebound of up to 6 pc is predicted, bringing the gross value of Australian farms, fisheries and forestry to $90.8 billion, the third highest on record. Sheep Central
  • Australia's farm, fisheries and forestry sectors are set to rebound in 2024-25, with the latest Agricultural Commodities and Australian Crop reports predicting that the gross value of production in 2024-25 will again increase after poor seasonal conditions affected outcomes in 2023-24. Sheep Central
  • In line with rising prices next financial year, ABARES expects the value of beef, veal and live cattle production to rise by 25% to $15.7 billion in 2024-25. Beef Central
  • The value of sheep meat and live sheep production will reach $4.4 billion next financial year as both export and saleyard prices rise. Queensland Country Life

Last updated: 28 March 2024



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