Global Scans · Proximity Tech · Weekly Summary

• [New] Stronger-than-expected US January jobs data lowered expectations for near-term Fed rate cuts. Wren Sterling
• [New] E-commerce companies often demand near real-time translation for product updates to maximize global sales opportunities. Convey911
• [New] Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2026-2031), the adoption of advanced machine translation tools is driving unprecedented efficiency, making near-instant updates possible for global platforms. Convey911
• [New] Near-term trends heading into 2026 will be driven by a clear structural shift in who can create for 3D printing. 3D Printing Industry
• [New] The SpaceX IPO is the near-term, high-probability event that could deliver the trillion-dollar milestone. Ainvest
• [New] Applied AI, particularly in regulated and research-driven industries, will have the biggest near-term impact in Ohio. Ohio Tech News
• [New] Quantum computing is advancing faster than expected, with rapid gains in qubits, major efficiency advantages, and near term applications in AI, biotech, and national security. CNBC
• [New] In 2026, Wi-Fi 7 and improvements in mesh networking will make smart home systems more responsive and more stable than ever. Feb Grow
• [New] United Launch Alliance Vulcan VC4S: USSF-87 from Cape Canaveral SFS, FL, USA USSF-87 will launch two identical Geosynchronous Space Situational Awareness Program (GSSAP) satellites GSSAP-7 and GSSAP-8 directly to a near-geosynchronous orbit. KeepTrack
• [New] United Launch Alliance Vulcan VC4S: USSF-87 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, FL, USA USSF-87 will launch two GSSAP satellites to a near-geosynchronous orbit for space flight safety. KeepTrack
• [New] Wi-Fi is now expected to perform like critical infrastructure across homes, enterprises and cities, yet operational complexity is rising fast. IOT Insider
• [New] Virgin Media O2 is deploying AI monitoring tools across its mobile network to predict and prevent issues, demonstrating how telecommunications operators are scaling artificial intelligence to improve service reliability and operational efficiency across the UK. Bizclik Media Ltd
• [New] The bond issuance supports near-term liquidity needs while allowing PEMEX to smooth its debt maturity profile, reduce refinancing risk and avoid more disruptive funding measures. Mexico Business
• [New] PEMEX returned to domestic capital markets with a MX $31.5 billion bond issuance on the Bolsa Mexicana de Valores, seeking to refinance near-term maturities and preserve funding access amid high leverage, ESG constraints, and heavy debt coming due between 2026 and 2029. Mexico Business
• [New] Inflation is forecast to remain above the Reserve Bank of Australia's target band for much of 2026, reducing the likelihood of rate cuts in the near term. Insurance Business
• [New] With a projected CAGR of 9.4%, enterprises and telecom operators will continue to rely on expert network engineering services to optimize performance, enhance security, and support next-generation connectivity worldwide. openpr
• [New] Near-term (2026-2027): Gen3 satellites launching in 2026 will deliver gigabit speeds to existing Earth-based users. BASENOR
• [New] Recall that Ethio telecom launched the 'NEXT HORIZON: Digital & Beyond 2028 Strategy', a strategy that goes beyond continuity and reenvisions its role in shaping Ethiopia's digital future and expanding inclusive growth across Africa. ENA English
• [New] Global risk rankings similarly place cyber incidents - from ransomware to IT outages - at or near the top of business leaders' concerns. Insurance Business
• [New] AI in telecom in 2026 is best understood as a layered capability that turns telemetry into decisions, with value concentrated in well scoped domains and with risk concentrated where AI can trigger actions without strong guardrails. P1 Security
• [New] Rising defence spending, especially in Europe, means the sovereign information and communications technology (ICT) opportunity for telecoms will accelerate given the pivotal role digital and communications technology plays in military and defence applications, including cybersecurity. PwC

Last updated: 23 February 2026