Global Scans · Cloud computing · Weekly Summary

• [New] In 2026, several trends will dominate cloud computing, driving innovation, efficiency, and scalability. pulumi
• [New] By 2030, most software companies are expected to shift towards SaaS-based applications to reap the benefits of cost efficiency, scalability, and flexibility. CC Creative
• [New] In the 5-year outlook, Amazon will likely solidify its position as the dominant force in e-commerce, cloud computing, and content creation. Billionaire Net Worth
• [New] Work will begin immediately, applying an open architecture approach along with secure command and control capability to integrate Lockheed Martin's JAGM Quad Launcher (JQL) system onto the Saildrone Surveyor platform. Barchart.com
• [New] Looking ahead to 2026, PhaseV plans to deepen its work with global sponsors and expand its vertical AI platform to further accelerate drug pipelines, optimize study design and site selection, and improve patient outcomes across diverse therapeutic areas. Cision PR Newswire
• [New] The AI platform will aid in the development of powerful new features, enhance service infrastructure, and facilitate predictive maintenance. Electrek
• [New] Salesforce used Dreamforce to highlight its broader AI investment thesis, pledging $15 billion in AI-linked funding in San Francisco and publicly targeting more than $60 billion in revenue by 2030-growth the company ties directly to AI platform adoption. Futurum
• [New] The rapid rise of software-defined vehicles, the fundamental need for over-the-air updates, regulatory mandates and vehicle-to-everything, are all made possible by cellular connected vehicles, which is why we expect to see vehicles represent 1 in 5 cellular connections by 2025. IoT Business News
• [New] Lenovo's Neptune liquid cooling platform has been rolled out across its entire data center range, marking a change in how high-density computing environments could be managed. Bizclik Media Ltd
• [New] Cloudflare's software is used by hundreds of thousands of companies globally, acting as a buffer between their websites and end users and working to protect their sites from attacks that might overload them with traffic. Insurance Journal
• [New] Uber's platform remains a critical infrastructure layer for AV operators, reducing the risk of displacement. Ainvest
• The four-year spending plan starts in 2026 and would give Microsoft the largest cloud-computing presence in India. Just Security
• By 2026, cloud computing will evolve into a more autonomous ecosystem, driven by AI-driven optimization and sustainability imperatives. Digital IT News
• Gartner highlights that enterprises are juggling more SaaS applications than ever, with tool sprawl creating duplicate spend, compliance blind spots, and security risks. Modern Work and AI Blog
• By service model, the Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) segment is expected to grow at a fastest CAGR between 2025 and 2034. BioSpace
• The release of GB17675 - 2025 defines the safety and certification structure for next-generation steering technologies in China and could shape platform decisions as more automakers move toward full steer-by-wire integration. GlobalChinaEV
• The advanced threat actor Silk Typhoon conducted campaigns targeting global SaaS providers, cloud-based identity systems, and authentication flows. Cyble
• Importance for marketers: Nvidia's growing influence across the AI hardware and software stack could reinforce its position as the default infrastructure layer. MarketingProfs

Last updated: 21 December 2025