Global Scans · Cloud computing · Weekly Summary

• [New] In 2026, we will see a stronger emphasis on a unified approach to managing all IT assets, including hardware, software, and cloud resources. OpenLM
• [New] In 2026, cloud-native SAM solutions will be the norm, offering greater scalability, flexibility, and real-time visibility into your cloud software consumption. OpenLM
• [New] In 2026, expect to see AI-powered SAM tools that can automatically identify software installations, track usage patterns, and even predict future licensing needs with remarkable accuracy. OpenLM
• [New] Goldman Sachs and other sources are projecting that global AI spending will approach the $2 trillion threshold, with data centers, GPUs, cloud services, and AI software driving capital outlays. FinRegRag
• [New] Gartner forecasts enterprise software spending will grow 15.2% in 2026 to $1.43 trillion. 24/7 Wall St.
• [New] By deployment model, the cloud-based (SaaS) segment is growing at a double-digit CAGR of 25.1% between 2026 and 2035. Precedence Research
• [New] By application, the cloud computing segment is projected to grow at a significant 25.0% CAGR between 2026 and 2035. Precedence Research
• [New] Microsoft will discontinue support for numerous products throughout 2026, spanning operating systems, productivity software, database platforms, and server technologies. 4sysops
• [New] In 2026 broadcasters will increasingly rely on FinOps to understand the true behaviour of their cloud-based live workflows, enabling smarter decisions about when cloud or software-defined on-prem systems offer better long-term value. CSI
• [New] In 2026, space will increasingly function as a global data and analytics platform, powering both industry and defence. Payload
• [New] By 2026, software vendors that choose the right partners will be able to scale globally while offering a smoother, more predictable customer experience. Startups Magazine
• [New] The strongest newsrooms in 2026 will not be the ones chasing every platform shift or business trend. iMEdD Lab
• [New] One of the fastest-growing threats for 2026 is supply-chain compromise - not only at the level of Fortune 100 vendors but also in the open-source, SaaS, and infrastructure tools that startups depend on. Secureframe
• [New] SaaS incumbents will tighten control over data access, while AI's rising influence in e-commerce could disrupt traditional discovery and lead to new monetization models, notably affecting platforms like Google. Radical Data Science
• [New] CAM software is expected to provide some of the fastest returns from AI adoption in 2026. MachineToolNews.ai
• [New] Cloud computing infrastructures that can further scale data-reliant agentic AI tools are a major deliverable for 2026. Nextgov/FCW
• [New] Agentic artificial intelligence tools are slated to dominate federal and consumer markets in the coming year, major tech players predict, underscoring the role data organization and cloud computing will play in delivering tailored agentic solutions. Nextgov/FCW
• [New] Palo Alto Networks said it plans to power its copilots using Google Cloud's Vertex AI platform and Gemini LLM. The Register
• [New] Users will talk to software instead of navigating complex menus, dramatically improving UX design best practices 2026. Medium
• [New] In a best-case scenario, agentic AI could generate close to 30% of all enterprise application software revenue by 2035, totalling more than US$450bn. Richard van Hooijdonk Blog
• [New] Platform engineering has emerged as a critical approach for modern development teams, with Gartner predicting that 80% of software engineering organizations will establish dedicated platform engineering teams by 2026. Platform Engineering
• [New] By 2026, 75% of SaaS companies are expected to use AI to automate key business processes, enabling them to scale without proportionally increasing headcount or costs. Data-Mania, LLC
• [New] The subscription economy has expanded by over 435% in the past decade, and projections suggest that by 2025, 85% of all business applications will operate as SaaS solutions. Data-Mania, LLC

Last updated: 11 January 2026