Global Scans · Innovation · Weekly Summary

• [New] The trend towards asset-backed tokenization is not just a technological innovation but a financial strategy that could increase access to global markets for developing nations. businesslive
• [New] Digital technologies enable SMEs to expand their reach beyond local markets and tap into global opportunities, fostering growth and innovation. The Silicon Review
• [New] There are multiple disruptive forces shaping the global operating environment, including climate change, technological innovation, demographic shifts, and the rising influence of non-state actors. MIT OpenCourseWare
• [New] By leveraging partnerships and embracing innovative solutions, stakeholders can work together to bridge the digital divide and unlock the full potential of Africa's urban centers for economic and social development. Telecom Review Africa
• [New] By investing in advanced gas treatment solutions and embracing innovative technologies, industry leaders can unlock the full potential of natural gas and drive positive change in the global energy landscape. Research Dive
• [New] Promoting effective competition: the FCA will improve the attractiveness and reach of UK wholesale markets, support firms to invest, innovate and expand through its innovation services, and continue to make it quicker and easier for firms to apply for authorization. Taylor Wessing
• [New] West Africa is the most promising and attractive markets for investors due to numerous untapped sectors with vast potential for innovation, such as renewable energy. The Sun Nigeria
• [New] The proposed Act aims to guide AI innovation in a positive direction to help ensure Canadians are protected from potential risks by ensuring the responsible adoption of AI by Canadian businesses. Prime Minister of Canada
• [New] Researchers and companies in Canada are using AI to create incredible new innovations and job opportunities across all facets of the Canadian economy, from drug discovery to energy efficiency to housing innovation. Prime Minister of Canada
• [New] From Artificial Intelligence to earth observation, current innovations have the potential to transform the world's response to climate change. Brewminate
• [New] Investment, innovation and adoption of value chains into the South African economy will most likely lead to reindustrialization and perhaps address the challenges of unemployment, poverty and inequality. IOL
• [New] The DRDO Dare to Dream competition provides an opportunity for startups and innovators to address key challenges in emerging technologies that can help boost India's aerospace and defence capabilities. Unmanned airspace
• [New] By confronting challenges head-on and embracing a holistic approach to innovation and collaboration, EV MSME manufacturers can position themselves at the forefront of India's electric mobility revolution, realising the full potential of 'EV30@ 30' and beyond. FinancialExpress
• [New] The UN has set an ambitious goal to eradicate hunger by 2030, but it will need innovative solutions to improve agricultural productivity in the face of climate change. Insider
• [New] Eviden has been awarded the first exascale supercomputer in Europe, a state-of-the-art machine that will allow the acceleration of European scientific research and innovation. ATOS
• To realise the enormous potential of UK science and innovation, initiatives are needed to bridge the gap between research and industry. Earlham Institute
• India and the Nordic-Baltic countries offer ample opportunities for collaboration in various sectors such as innovation, green technology, healthcare, and the blue economy. Rising Kashmir
• SWIFT, with its global network and experience, has the potential to play a crucial role in the remittance ecosystem, especially in facilitating integration between new financial innovations and traditional payment systems. Modern Diplomacy
• As OpenAI continues to innovate in the field of artificial intelligence, the development and deployment of technologies like Voice Engine are likely to shape the future of human-computer interaction, offering both unprecedented opportunities and challenges. Mint
• By supporting innovative household solutions and investing in climate-resilient infrastructure, impact investors can contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals and improve the well-being of communities around the world, aligning values with the potential for financial returns. GreenMoney
• Deloitte highlights the chemical industry's particular leverage of AI for process automation, predictive maintenance, and speeding up material discovery, underscoring its vast potential to optimize operations and drive innovation. Comrise
• Known for pushing the boundaries of science and innovation, TRIUMF will support General Fusion in developing a diagnostic system capable of precisely measuring neutron energies at a very high rate. General Fusion
• The role of influential individuals and potential developments highlight the potential for continued growth and innovation in the Indian fashion retail industry through E-commerce. Indian Retailer

Last updated: 14 April 2024