Global Scans · Digital Transformation · Weekly Summary

• [New] The banking sector, as a major part of China's green financial system, undertakes significant responsibility for green finance while also confronting the opportunities and requirements of digital transformation. MDPI
• [New] Creating a world that meets the needs of both humanity and the planet will require a green transition in step with digital transformation. MarketScreener
• [New] M&A activity is expected to pick up in 2024, driven by an improving economic environment with lower inflation and interest rates, as well as the strategic acquisition of technological assets such as AI, automation, and digital transformation. PwC
• With Google's enterprise AI platform, Vertex AI, and its Gemini models, PwC will help customers set new benchmarks for digital transformation and improve their businesses for growth and efficiency. Google Cloud Press Corner
• Caribbean - Under the influence of digital transformation, some forward-looking companies like Amazon are finding new opportunities to increase efficiency, improve customer service, and drive growth. ICT Pulse - The leading technology blog in the Caribbean
• The landscape of international business opportunities in South Africa, particularly in Cape Town and the Western Cape, is witnessing a significant transformation, driven by strategic investments from global technology giants. I by IMD
• For South Africa and its peers in the Global South, the unique opportunity to leapfrog into the forefront of the digital economy would transform economies, create jobs, and, most importantly, offer a pathway out of poverty for millions. I by IMD
• As the Indian blockchain ecosystem continues to evolve, Blockchain as a Service is expected to play a significant role in driving innovation and digital transformation across various sectors. Entrackr
• The UK government will enhance its own digital development capability to keep up with the pace of technological change, to be forward-looking and anticipate emergent benefits and risks of digital transformation. GOV.UK
• The digital transformation of procurement processes has been underway for several years, but 2024 will see a significant acceleration in the adoption of e-procurement platforms and digital solutions. GEP
• With the impact of global economic instability, geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruption, digital transformation and sustainability concerns, the infrastructure sector is experiencing a period of transition. Ashurst
• Because women are over-represented in lower-wage jobs such as office support and customer service, which lend them themselves to automation through AI, digital transformation could see American women struggling to find new employment if workforce development is not handled well. Media Torque and Events
• As nearly half of the world's population remains offline, closing the digital divide through equitable access to technology, skills and content will transform lives and communities and create a more equitable world. Yahoo Finance
• By 2030, we envision a world where every business, regardless of scale or sector, harnesses the power of AI and emerging tech to drive transformative change. Small Business UK
• The Digital Transformation Initiative's Realising the Potential of Blockchain report underlines the importance of education in accelerating blockchain adoption, suggesting that a knowledgeable leadership is key to overcoming scepticism and driving organizational change. TimesNow
• To achieve the transformative potential of digital technologies, the global community needs to redouble efforts to help developing countries catch up and accelerate digital adoption and ensure that everyone is included. World Bank
• From navigating rising operational costs and cash flow issues to digital transformation and attracting and retaining skilled employees, Yorkshire's businesses have turned potential obstacles into opportunities for development and expansion. NOF
• FPT and the multinational industrial technology conglomerate Siemens will join forces to foster collaboration and mutually beneficial business opportunities in advancing the manufacturing sector and semiconductor chip production while accelerating digital transformation globally. MarketScreener
• Combining the Azure OpenAI Service with EXL's data and analytics will help create value for EXL customers across industries, accelerate their digital transformation and create new opportunities for growth. MarketScreener
• Businesses that make investments in digital transformation, talent development, and manufacturing skills will be better able to meet the increasing demand for air travel and tackle global issues. Aerospace n Defence Review
• Payment giant Visa has unveiled its newly transformed Innovation Center in Singapore which will serve as a collaborative space for partners, clients, and businesses across the Asia Pacific region, fostering the development of advanced payment solutions. Fintech Singapore
• While automation has increased across the whole retail supply chain in the last four decades, there is no doubt that in the next few years, the use of artificial intelligence will transform every aspect of the business of selling. Inside Small Business
• Data Privacy and Protection - In 2024, data privacy and protection will stand at the forefront of digital transformation trends as organizations increasingly recognize the paramount importance of safeguarding sensitive information. IT Voice | IT in Depth

Last updated: 21 April 2024