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WHAT'S NEW?: Moves away from traditional, hierarchical, full-time structures towards a gig and shared economy continue apace. New models of virtual working and work anywhere, anytime for anybody are likely to grow dramatically in the coming years.

• [New] Highly capable threat actors are increasingly targeting organizations of national significance, while emerging technologies like frontier AI could amplify the speed and scale of attacks. UKAuthority
• [New] Australia has a significant opportunity to benefit from datacenter investment, through new businesses and jobs. The Guardian
• [New] Greenhouse gas emissions reporting requirements: By mid-2026, subject to ongoing litigation, large companies doing business in California must comply with new greenhouse gas emissions and risk reporting laws. Crowell & Moring - Beyond the Checkout: Retail's 2026 L
• [New] Macroeconomic conditions are the most prominent threat among CEOs globally, with 57% ranking it in their top three, followed by geopolitics and trade policy and the competitive environment. Oliver Wyman Forum
• [New] Without in-house expertise, businesses must plan for flexible, adaptive cybersecurity that evolves with global changes. Teceze
• [New] Developments in Israel's military strategy, particularly any indication of a shift towards withdrawal or escalation, will be critical. Crypto Briefing
• [New] Trump's announcement suggests a shift in U.S. military strategy that could impact NATO dynamics. Crypto Briefing
• [New] In 2026, the growing complexity of digital transformation, cybersecurity threats, and regulatory environments makes structured risk prioritization essential for business resilience. Luckiwi
• [New] Authorities will take deliberate steps to ensure the benefits of AI are shared broadly, including bolstering SkillsFuture and merging Workforce Singapore and SkillsFuture Singapore into a new entity. CNA
• [New] Businesses will be able to operate Treasury through AI services such as ChatGPT, earn rewards on fiat and stablecoin balances, receive 2% cashback on card payments, and pay out recipients in 100 countries using fiat and 160 countries using stablecoins. Fintech Singapore
• [New] Transfers between US businesses on Stripe will now be free and instant. Fintech Singapore

Last updated: 04 May 2026