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• [New] Labour's deep cuts to the UK's aid budget will touch the lives of 60 million people, and underline the Britain's withdrawal from the world stage. The Guardian
• [New] PR managers who have to raise awareness around an issue or mission need a particularly human touch to raise funds or get people to participate in a campaign, too - and jobs are expected to grow 7.6% by 2032. Hubspot
• [New] On the day when gold touched the $3,500 per ounce milestone for the first time, JP Morgan predicted that gold prices would reach the $4,000 per ounce milestone in 2026, in a base-case scenario. FinancialExpress
• [New] As the global ageing population grows and the prevalence of chronic conditions rises, the demand for rehabilitation exoskeletons is expected to soar. Verified Market Reports
• India has over 1,760 global capability centers, expected to reach 2,200 by 2029.GCCs in India have a revenue base close to $64.6 billion, projected to touch $100 billion by 2030.The Ministry of Electronics and IT has formed a panel to boost GCC growth in India. Current Affairs
• Global demand for rolling stock is expected to increase at a compound annual growth rate of 4.2% from 2019 to 2025 with demand expected to touch $75.12 billion by 2025. Transport Forum
• The field of human-robot haptic interface engineering is poised for significant transformation through 2030, driven by rapid advances in sensor technology, artificial intelligence, and materials science. Guambia
• Looking ahead, the next few years will likely see the introduction of more granular standards addressing emerging issues such as cybersecurity for haptic data streams, privacy in teleoperation, and the integration of artificial intelligence in adaptive haptic feedback. Guambia
• Looking ahead, the next few years will see increased investment in AI-driven haptic systems capable of learning from user interactions and adapting feedback in real time. Guambia
• The Reserve Bank will continue to promote innovations in payment systems with soft touch regulations within regulatory guardrails and expand the reach of UPI for more efficient cross-border payments. The Pioneer
• As the petrol price touched a milestone in Delhi, it is hoped that government might reduce the excise duty in the coming days. Goodreturns
• The US delivered the exoskeleton support structure that will enable the Central Solenoid to withstand the extreme forces it will generate. Nuclear Engineering International
• In a world where AI touches every P & L line, businesses could see dramatic improvements in operating income. Dawn Capital
• By 2028, the IMF forecasts India's GDP to touch dollar 5.58 trillion, overtaking Germany's expected GDP of dollar 5.25 trillion, making India the third-largest economy globally. Organiser
• US ITER has delivered the exoskeleton support structure that will enable the central solenoid to withstand the extreme forces it will generate. ITER - the way to new energy
• India's GDP growth is likely to touch at least 6.5% in FY26 as global oil prices are expected to remain below $70 per barrel, compensating a potential slowdown in exports following the reciprocal tariffs imposed by the US, a senior government official said. Moneycontrol
• The UK remains a soft touch as surging arrivals raise fears of a record year for Channel crossings. Tomorrow's Papers Today!
• The World Economic Forum's Shaping the Future of Learning: The Role of AI in Education 4.0 touches upon AI's extensive potential, from tailored student learning experiences to reducing administrative burdens to using this innovative technology to improve curricula. eCampus News
• Influencer marketing has become a vital digital strategy component nowadays as the industry spend has seen a steady rise over the past few years with a CAGR of 45% and is predicted to touch 3.5 billion (USD) by the year 2028. Kofluence
• The UK's take on regulation is anticipated to follow the US towards a lighter touch, business and innovation friendly approach, without a central enforcement body. Solicitors journal
• In 2025, marketers will need to find the right balance between leveraging technology and maintaining the human touch that drives trust and loyalty. flareAI

Last updated: 30 June 2025