Global Scans · Leadership · Weekly Summary

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WHAT'S NEXT?: Traditional slow, hierarchical leadership models are breaking down to be replaced by more agile systems of decision-making. Consequently, populist leaders are threatening to replace many career politicians while leaders in general are dealing with unprecedented, complex levels and speed of change requiring instant insights and decision-making. Many leaders (middle management) will be lost to automation in the coming years while Millennials will increasingly occupy leadership roles..

• [New] Intel's anticipated 18 A process node is positioned as a critical milestone in its pursuit of semiconductor leadership, with the potential to redefine competitive dynamics in advanced manufacturing. PandaForecast.com
• [New] In 2026, with heightened governance expectations around culture and growing scrutiny from stakeholders and regulators, it is becoming a strategic leadership responsibility. PeopleManagement
• [New] Unlike Nvidia, whose valuation is firmly rooted in its AI leadership and sizeable recurring revenues, Tesla's stock appears to be pricing in speculative growth in areas not yet operationalized, introducing significant downside risk. PandaForecast.com
• [New] Ultimately, German leadership on China will be decisive. gmfus
• [New] Ultimately, US leadership abroad will be strongest when underpinned by a clear demonstration of what effective AI adoption looks like at home. Tony Blair Institute
• [New] There is a significant opportunity to demonstrate AI leadership at home and, in doing so, further bolster US influence abroad. Tony Blair Institute
• [New] As the United States retreated from global climate action under the second Trump presidency, which will have detrimental impacts on global climate finance through the dissolution of USAID, Canada has an urgent role to step up and demonstrate its leadership in global climate justice. Climate Refugees
• [New] Until the U.S. sheds its outdated superiority complex and transforms its tech leadership into an integrated military architecture, it will remain vulnerable in a world where strategic speed is the primary weapon. Vanguard Think Tank
• [New] With a subscription exceeding 2 billion euros, ESA plans to work with Member States, the European Commission and partners to reinforce Europe's leadership, autonomy and competitiveness in satellite communications. Space War
• [New] With U.S. companies expected to fill nearly 70% of leadership roles internally in 2026. US News
• [New] The pressures employers face in 2026 will test traditional assumptions about leadership. Forbes
• [New] RAISE will support the EU's goals of prioritising science and technology, maintaining research leadership, promoting innovation for the benefit of humanity, and attracting global talent to Choose Europe. Open Access Government
• [New] The next phase of development in Canada will be marked by Indigenous equity and leadership - where reconciliation is reflected not in statements, but in ownership, participation and shared prosperity. The Globe and Mail
• [New] Only 15% of women are expected to be prepared for leadership roles within the next 0-2 years, representing a decline of three percentage points from the previous year, with 25% projected in the three-five year timeframe. Insurance Business
• [New] Meeting the 2030 global targets will require sustained political leadership, renewed investment in HIV services, and expanded access to long-acting prevention and treatment. Contagion Live
• [New] Strong regional leadership will be critical to accelerating the shift to a low-emissions future across Australia, the Pacific and the world. Australian Broadcasting Corporation
• [New] Coordinated and thoughtful policy will be crucial to maintaining U.S. leadership on AI while addressing the challenges posed by the rapid expansion of data centers, including substantial load growth. Bipartisan Policy Center
• [New] New York's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act has set one of the most ambitious renewable energy projects, which hopes that almost 70% of energy will be generated by renewable sources. ECO News
• [New] The European Investment Bank's leadership will propose increasing the amount of money available for defence from 2025's €3.5 billion allocation. EurActiv
• [New] The Critical Minerals Sovereign Fund in Budget 2025 will create good jobs and strengthen Canada's leadership in defence, technology, and healthcare, securing long-term economic growth through investment in critical resource development. Delphic Research
• [New] The next several years will bring both greater pressure and opportunity for philanthropic leadership. AgFunderNews
• [New] The theme for 2025, Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response, calls for strong political leadership, international collaboration, and human-rights-centered strategies to achieve the goal of ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. Nasdaq

Last updated: 14 December 2025