Global Scans · Design · Weekly Summary

WHAT'S NEXT?: Design thinking will increasingly play a key role in improving systems and customer experiences. Companies will re-learn their approach to innovation and embrace human-centred design principles. Designers will begin to apply knowledge of human interaction, specifically in the area of how we earn trust and respect, to AI systems.

• [New] The Priorities address Regulation S-ID, emphasizing that the SEC will assess whether firms have a written Identity Theft Prevention Program that reasonably identifies and detects red flags, especially around account takeovers and fraudulent transfers, and firm training on identity theft prevention. National Law Review
• [New] Germany and the Vulnerable Twenty Group will be contributing some principles to the design of the Fund which are based on their practical experience with the Global Shield against Climate Risks, launched by Germany and the V20 a year ago as trailblazer. Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development
• [New] In the context of Australia-South Korea security cooperation, minilateralism can contribute to deepening bilateral relations and has the potential to create a more flexible and diversified regional security architecture as an alternative to U.S.-centered structures. Institute of New Europe
• [New] Nexchain: AI + infra momentum heading into 2026 Nexchain blends blockchain infrastructure with AI-enabled architecture. BTCPressWire
• [New] Swordfish's turbine is designed for scalability and global deployment, making it an ideal clean-energy solution for communities around the world seeking reliable power without environmental disruption. EIN Presswire
• [New] In that world, Qualcomm's years of experience in efficient chip design, edge computing, and connectivity could be an advantage rather than a weakness. investing.com
• [New] Demand for next-gen GPUs (Blackwell architecture) is expected to outstrip supply into 2025. investing.com
• [New] India's biotech ecosystem has been gaining momentum as investors look beyond pure software plays; combining CRISPR platforms with AI-based assay design and result interpretation could create defensible IP moats and recurring revenue from test panels. Tech Startups - Tech News, Tech Trends & Startup Fundin
• [New] Honda's 0 Series vehicles will demonstrate an operating system designed for hands-free, eyes-off driving, with production targeted for 2026. Google Business
• [New] From generative AI 2.0 to emotion-sensitive devices and quantum-assisted design workflows, 2026 is set to push emerging technology far beyond incremental upgrades. Automation.com
• [New] Hyperion Robotics' approach to Design for Manufacture and Assembly reduces site operative hours by 50%, streamlining production and minimising the risks associated with manual labour. Hyperion Website
• [New] The European Space Agency's Zero Debris Charter aims to eliminate the creation of new orbital debris by 2030 through voluntary design and disposal standards. Belfer Center
• [New] In recent years, NASA has been working with the International Committee on Space Research to design a plan in which human landings might occur in some areas of the planet, while other parts of Mars are left in pristine condition. Ars Technica
• [New] The exo-atmospheric interceptor is designed to stop long-range ballistic missiles at very high altitude and will form a key pillar of Europe's emerging missile shield alongside Patriot and IRIS - T. The Rio Times
• [New] MDA Space will leverage its CHORUS satellite design for the replenishment mission, aiming to provide a cost-effective and timely solution for Canadian users. Cyclop SpaceTech
• [New] Mandarin Oriental Jeddah - set to open in 2030 - will introduce a new benchmark of luxury hospitality in Saudi Arabia, anchoring the heart of the Jeddah Central waterfront with a low-rise, sustainably designed urban sanctuary overlooking the Red Sea. Luxury Travel Expert
• [New] By 2026, nearly half of new CRM-related investment will go into data architecture, AI infrastructure and analytics rather than additional licences or modules. Sirocco Group
• [New] Eindhoven's AI-chip startup Euclyd burst into the spotlight in 2025 with a bold promise: 100 × more energy-efficient AI compute and a clean-sheet chip architecture that could finally give Europe its own Nvidia. IO+
• [New] AMD will likely use its keynote to introduce new versions of its Ryzen chips, including the recently spotted Ryzen 7 9850 X3D, which is expected to offer better single-threaded performance, and the Ryzen 9000 G series, which could be built with AMD's Zen 5 architecture. Engadget
• [New] The expanded tie-up will see Synopsys use Nvidia's developer tools and libraries to build AI-powered applications for chip design, verification, and other electronic design automation tasks. MarketingProfs
• [New] Tokenization will enable fractional ownership of high-value assets like real estate, art and commodities, allowing businesses to raise capital more efficiently and democratizing access for global investors. Forbes
• [New] The European Union's planned Digital Identity Wallet, set for launch by 2026, highlights a distinctly regional approach rooted in privacy and consumer protection. Payments Cards & Mobile

Last updated: 15 December 2025