Global Scans · Digitalization · Weekly Summary

• [New] Leading Communication & Behavioral Therapy: Applied Behaviour Analysis is expected to lead, accounting for approximately 59% share in 2026 through standardized clinical adoption, validated outcome tracking, integrated digital platforms, and high-value pediatric applications. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The mass deployment of sensors, including Event Duration Monitoring, at all UK storm overflows creates opportunities for digital solutions to improve the way water quality is both managed and subsequently communicated to communities. CIWEM
• [New] Through 2032, airport retail should remain the principal profit pool, complemented by downtown duty-free, border stores, airline retail and digital pre-order. KEN research
• [New] If Suriname can combine its new petroleum wealth with accessible digital finance, stronger institutions and modern payment infrastructure, fintech could help ensure that the coming boom reaches considerably further than the offshore platforms where it begins. The Fintech Times
• [New] Hardware is predicted to lead with a share of about 67.3% in 2026, as it collects the field data needed for digital decision-making. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The 2026 Watch List highlights the top 10 emerging technology platforms and issues in regenerative medicine that are expected to have significant and meaningful impact on health care systems in Canada over the next 5 years. NCBI Bookshelf
• [New] Siemens seemed bullish about the potential for digital twins in the adoption of humanoids in production and operations support, showcasing simulation-first humanoids that provide training data and reduce risks in deployment. Default
• [New] Based on technology, the digital segment is expected to rule with 68.0% share in 2026. Coherent Market Insights
• [New] The combination of technology generation transition demand with regulatory digital switchover mandates across emerging markets creates a highly predictable, policy-driven equipment upgrade demand wave that equipment manufacturers can plan capacity and R&D investments around through 2033. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The bigger implication for broadcasters and platforms: global audiences are being conditioned right now, on the world's largest video platform, to expect dubbed content and to accept AI voices when they are done well. LinkedIn
• [New] The role of digital and media literacy in building societal resilience against disinformation and malicious information has been strongly emphasised by the European Commission, making it a key priority within the Political Guidelines for the 2024-2029 period. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] The UAE's National Innovation Strategy and Vision 2031 have placed healthcare at the center of its digital transformation agenda. Khaleej Times
• [New] There is a significant actionable opportunity in FDA-cleared prescription digital therapeutics. Persistence Market Research
• [New] By the end of 2026, groundbreaking technical applications are expected to be implemented, including digital building permits and the introduction of OpenDesk in the education sector. BusinessMole
• The fastest-growing segment, Educational Devices & Software, is projected to achieve a CAGR of 8.5% from 2026 to 2032, driven by a rising emphasis on digital learning and adaptive education solutions that effectively cater to visually impaired students. 6wresearch
• The Asia-Pacific region is forecast to lead growth at a 9.32% CAGR through 2031, driven by a surge in desk-centric employment, the expansion of digital health initiatives, and the widespread adoption of e-commerce, which is bypassing underdeveloped specialty retail. Mordor Intelligence
• Asia Pacific is anticipated to be the fastest-growing region as governments are promoting digital agriculture to improve food security while using land and water more efficiently. Persistence Market Research
• A share of nearly 67.4% is expected to be held by the U.S. in 2026 in North America, as farmers are now using digital technologies to address labour shortages, rising input costs, and climate-related risks. Persistence Market Research
• North America is predicted to dominate with a global share of approximately 38.2% in 2026, as it has one of the world's highest adoption rates of digital agriculture technologies. Persistence Market Research
• As innovation continues to influence healthcare systems worldwide, the ability to effectively integrate digital tools into care delivery will remain an important area of focus. Health 2.0 Conference
• The EU AI Act enters staged application, culminating in 2026 for high-risk systems, and Digital Operational Resilience Act took effect for financial entities in 2025, with requirements that include incident reporting and third-party risk oversight. Mordor Intelligence

Last updated: 13 September 2026