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] Forecasts suggest that AI-driven personalization will power the vast majority of CTV ads by 2027, turning generic TV commercials into dynamic creatives responsive to viewer context, behaviour, and purchasing signals. Starti Blog
• [New] Alibaba plans to introduce AI shopping assistants inside Taobao featuring capabilities such as virtual try-ons and automated price tracking, highlighting China's increasingly integrated approach to AI commerce ecosystems. MarketingProfs
• [New] Up to 40% of clothing stores in Russia could close in 2026 as foot traffic in shopping malls falls and competition from online marketplaces grows, Forbes Russia sources said. Meduza
• [New] Get a clear view of how guest behaviour is shifting, where automation will accelerate, and which technologies will matter most in 2026. Mews
• [New] Australia's education sector will collaborate globally and locally to shape ethical and effective AI tools, being mindful that all technologies have in-built values and assumptions. Hybrid Horizons: Exploring Human-AI Collaboration
• [New] If FDA clearance for continuous glucose monitoring arrives in the Apple Watch by late 2026 or early 2027, it could catalyse a reordering of the entire health wearables value chain - pulling payer reimbursement, physician prescribing behaviour, and enterprise health plan design into Apple's orbit. BUSINESS 2.0 NEWS
• [New] San Diego home values remain above $1 million on average, with homes still going pending in just 16 days and more than 34% of properties selling above asking price. Churchill Mortgage
• [New] Fresno remains one of California's more affordable housing markets, with average home values around $391K, while homes are still moving quickly, going pending in about 19 days. Churchill Mortgage
• [New] Cheyenne, WY home values climbed 3.8% year-over-year to an average of $388,590, with homes going pending in just 17 days despite half of sellers accepting below-asking offers. Churchill Mortgage
• [New] Live shopping could account for 10-20% of all ecommerce sales by 2026. Ringly.io
• [New] As urban mobility behaviour shifts toward lower private vehicle mileage, pay-per-mile usage based insurance program demand is expected to grow significantly across USA. Mobility Foresights
• [New] Increasing insurer investment in AI-powered driving behaviour analytics and risk scoring models is driving differentiation and customer acquisition in the usage based insurance segment in USA. Mobility Foresights
• [New] The shopping habits of travelers have changed, and the assortment of goods will be integrated into the Lufthansa Worldshop as the official retail outlet for travelers. LoyaltyLobby
• [New] Preventive Care and Lifestyle Medicine Taking Center Stage Healthcare is increasingly focused on identifying risks early and addressing the root causes of chronic disease. Cision PR Newswire
• [New] Nearly half of all online shoppers will use AI shopping agents by 2030, accounting for around 25% of their spending. Thinque
• [New] In 2,111 older adults at increased dementia risk, a structured 2-year multidomain lifestyle intervention (combining physical exercise, nutrition, cognitive and social engagement, and heart-health monitoring) produced greater global cognitive gains than a self-guided program. Los Altos Neurology
• [New] Industry experts at the U.S. Travel Association anticipate a shift in consumer behaviour leading to some new trends, including short and closer-to-home trips. Yahoo Travel
• [New] 73% of consumers worldwide are willing to change their purchasing behaviour to reduce environmental impact, making sustainable products a genuine commercial opportunity. Devera
• [New] Recent estimates suggest that by 2030, obesity and lifestyle-related diseases could account for up to 30% of global deaths, emphasizing the urgent need for effective prevention and management strategies. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Pre-treatment assessment of eating behaviour patterns may help predict who will benefit most from GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy. ScienceDaily
• [New] Global chocolate volumes fell 5.1%, while Food Manufacturers volumes dropped 5.4% due to weaker demand, changing customer behaviour, and supply disruptions in North America. CNS Media
• [New] Latin America's political behaviour has long been marked by cycles of hope and disappointment - and that the current retorno de la derecha comes with its own risks: shallow party systems, fragmented legislatures and voters expecting fast security fixes. LATIN AMERICA ¡SIN FILTRO!

Last updated: 21 May 2026