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WHAT'S NEW?: Moves away from traditional, hierarchical, full-time structures towards a gig and shared economy continue apace. New models of virtual working and work anywhere, anytime for anybody are likely to grow dramatically in the coming years.

• [New] The humanization trend presents a significant growth opportunity for manufacturers, enabling differentiation through innovation, quality, and a deeper connection with pet owners across Europe. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Among the biggest issues to watch are preparations for EPA 2027, the continued development of zero-emission truck adoption, the growing role of transportation management systems, and other regulatory shifts that could affect fleet strategy. TLG Trucks
• [New] The National Institute of Standards and Technology has published a framework for AI risk management that offers a structured approach to categorizing AI systems by risk level, which provides a useful baseline for organizations building their first inventory. TechBullion
• [New] As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated and digital ecosystems grow more interconnected, organizations worldwide face unprecedented challenges in securing sensitive information, critical infrastructure, and cloud-based operations. TechBullion
• [New] Pacific Investment Management Co. is warning that the credit loss cycle is upon us as heavy spending on artificial intelligence could widen economic outcomes and hit lower-quality borrowers. financialpost
• [New] The credit loss cycle is upon us, predicting in a report that there will be significantly higher losses in lower-quality credit such as leveraged and private direct lending. financialpost
• [New] Toll Insight's LinkedIn page has 2,000+ followers, Toll Insight staff have 5,000+ LinkedIn followers, and emails reach over 3,000+ toll industry focused subscribers, offering a broad and targeted marketing opportunity. Toll Insight
• [New] With 61% of workers wanting more AI training and 54% expecting their tasks to change in three years, it's clear consumer behaviour is shifting toward upskilling fast to stay competitive at work. Careertrainer.ai
• [New] Leveraging technological collaboration and standardization activities within AAIF, COOCON plans to accelerate the expansion of its global payment and stablecoin businesses. City AM
• [New] In Australia and New Zealand SEEK Volunteer is each country's largest single source of volunteering opportunities offering not-for-profit organizations free access to post volunteer opportunities. Shizune
• [New] The World Bank expects trade agreements and ongoing structural reforms aimed at improving the business environment to bolster foreign direct investment inflows over 2027-28. Economic Times
• [New] By 2030, 70% of large organizations are expected to adopt AI-driven forecasting. The Interline
• [New] External investors acquired a 10% stake in Harvest, creating a clean separation between the medical operations that could list on the NYSE and the recreational business that still carries more regulatory baggage. Crypto Briefing
• [New] The $50 million federal matching fund and the mandated data-sharing agreements between HHS, the FDA, and the VA are expected to significantly increase both the volume and quality of clinical evidence supporting psychedelic therapies. Keta Medical Center
• [New] R&D-driven advancements like AI are only going to drive a greater productivity advantage for the US going forward. RiverFront Investment Group
• [New] AI-based systems that spread rapidly between 2024 and 2025 will become an integral part of corporate decision-making mechanisms in 2026. Workinton
• [New] In 2026, CMOs are expected to deliver growth while rebuilding trust, modernising data strategies, and integrating AI into every part of the marketing machine, without losing what makes a brand distinctive and authentic. MWC Barcelona
• [New] The U.S. has identified intensifying technological competition with China as a top national-security threat. The Council of Industry
• [New] Disruptive Threats: Major potential disrupters include: breakthroughs in chip design (e.g. competition from Chinese fabs maturing, new U.S. startups), alternative computing architectures (HP memristors, photonic chips), and platform shifts (cloud vs edge computing). Risk Intelligence Service
• [New] 86% of employers expect AI and information processing technologies to transform their business by 2030, and 92% are more likely to hire a candidate with a GenAI micro-credential than one without it. caa | Capital Analytics Associates

Last updated: 15 June 2026