Global Scans · Lifestyles · Weekly Summary

WHAT'S NEXT?: Digital lifestyles are on the rise around the world and AR and VR will likely see us all using wearables, head-mounted displays and smartphones in almost everything we do. And, most of us will be living in cities too with full amenities close by.

• [New] Groceryshop 2026 will spotlight how AI-powered shopping, retail media and unified commerce are reshaping grocery and CPG retail, alongside developments in business operations, consumer expectations and customer engagement. Coresight Research
• [New] In 2026, users expect digital products to adapt to their behaviour in real time. Bolder Apps
• [New] Dermocosmetics Domination: Science-backed, dermatologist-tested brands will continue outperforming unvalidated lifestyle cosmetic brands globally. Private Label Cosmetic Manufacturer & Private Label Ess
• [New] The global luxury fashion industry, which reached $1.5 trillion in 2025 and is projected to grow at a moderate 3-6% in 2026, is navigating a landscape shaped by AI, shifting consumer values, and a wave of new creative directors at the world's most iconic houses. The Luxury Life Magazine
• [New] Around the world, retirement systems reflect a patchwork of approaches to funding, risk-sharing and governance, underscoring the widespread demand for financial services to support people's lifestyles and goals as they leave the workforce. State Street
• [New] Programs designed around behaviour change consistently report higher reductions in real-world phishing reports and faster threat reporting rates. Swif.ai
• [New] Whether motivated by lifestyle changes, retirement goals, remote work flexibility, or long-term investment opportunities, buyers continue to view Costa Rica as an attractive destination. Coldwell Banker Pura Vida Paradise
• [New] Sensitive skin repair applications are forecast to witness the fastest growth through 2033 due to rising environmental stressors, pollution, and lifestyle-induced skin sensitivities. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Livestream shopping, social commerce and improved mobile connectivity are expected to expand the reach of antioxidant-based cosmetic products further. Yahoo! Finance
• [New] Canadian tourism operators are looking at opportunities created by changing travel behaviour. Travel And Tour World
• [New] US POINTER randomized 2,111 adults aged 60-79 with intact cognition but elevated risk: sedentary behaviour, suboptimal diet and additional family-history or cardiometabolic factors. Progevita
• [New] There's a lot of buying power in Europe and if OpenAI can sway dollars away from Google and Meta, they could make an instant impact, especially if they can focus on the intent-based search behaviour. Digiday
• [New] The Austrian capital places walking at the top of the mobility pyramid: more than a third of its citizens make more than a third of their daily journeys on foot, either for shopping, going to work or nearby destinations, but also for leisure. Polis Network
• [New] For more than two decades, the Chinese government has been focused on building the surveillance technology infrastructure, through public-private partnerships (stakeholder capitalism), that will ultimately enable the centralised control of all resource allocation and thus of its citizens' behaviour. Unlimited Hangout
• [New] Travel Blue has called on the global travel retail industry to rethink its category strategy, arguing that Travel Essentials will be a key driver of future growth as shopper behaviour continues to evolve. DFNI
• Millions of people around the world are interested in discovering internet-based opportunities that can fit around their existing lifestyle. TechBullion
• Asia Pacific is projected to register the fastest CAGR through 2033, driven by expanding smartphone penetration, rising disposable incomes, and increasing digital lifestyle adoption. Persistence Market Research
• In 2026, interfaces will embrace multimodal interaction to mimic natural human behaviour. Solwey
• 73% of APAC consumers now expect a consistent experience whether shopping online, in-app, or in-store. Branch8
• The World Economic Forum values the global sports economy at $2.3 trillion and warns that $169 billion in sporting goods revenue, roughly 27%, is at risk if physical inactivity keeps rising. Sporting Goods Intelligence
• A majority of American Jews experienced antisemitism over the past year, with many changing their behaviour out of fear. New York Post
• More than one billion people worldwide are expected to experience menopausal symptoms, creating demand for care that goes beyond supplements, content, and generic lifestyle advice. Mean CEO's BLOG
• India is witnessing rising cases of tinnitus due to exposure to noise pollution, occupational hazards, and lifestyle-related factors. Data Bridge Market Research

Last updated: 03 September 2026