Global Scans · Digitalization · Weekly Summary

• [New] 90% of organizations will rely on cloud platforms for enterprise telephony by 2028, up from 30% in 2025. Cytranet
• [New] A new social media fee on large platforms is projected to generate $200 million annually, while a 0.2% tax on digital asset transactions and services is expected to raise $60 million. ISACo
• [New] In May, Le Minh Hung issued a decree prioritising 70 technologies and over 100 high-tech products for investment, following a digital technology plan targeting $300bn in revenue by 2030. QuotedData
• [New] Global digital payments are on track to surpass $361 billion by 2030. The Fintech Times
• [New] Almost 80 million U.S. consumers will turn to AI platforms and assistants to help them find, research, and purchase products and services. Ignite Visibility
• [New] Fastest-Growing Region: Asia Pacific is anticipated to be the fastest-growing region, holding approximately 34.8% share, fueled by rapid e-commerce growth in China, India, and ASEAN, rising smartphone and digital payment penetration, and strong government support for retail digitalization. Persistence Market Research
• [New] LEO constellations are one of the most critical and cutting edge components of digital infrastructure and without immediate strategic reforms, the United States risks losing its lead to China. Center for Strategic and International Studies
• [New] Functional pet treats and supplements, fresh and refrigerated pet food meal subscriptions, and personalized AI-driven nutrition platforms represent the three highest-growth investment vectors through 2034. IMARC Group
• [New] The European Digital Infrastructure Consortium which is particularly relevant for local and regional authorities will connect existing local digital twins across Europe through coordinated management and deployment of common EU digital infrastructures. Shaping Europe's digital future
• [New] Singapore bank DBS to offer tokenized gold to retail customers: DBS said it will list the product, called DBS Physical Gold Tokens, on its digibank platform and is also considering making it available on the DBS Digital Exchange for accredited investors and institutions. CoinDesk
• [New] Embedded finance and commerce platforms are the fastest-growing end-user category at 28.02% CAGR from 2026 to 2031, because BNPL providers, super-apps, and marketplaces can turn first-party behavioral data into instant underwriting at checkout. Mordor Intelligence
• [New] Behavioral, psychometric, and digital footprint data are the fastest-growing sources, with a projected 26.78% CAGR from 2026 to 2031, and vendors such as CredoLab and LenddoEFL turning device metadata, app activity, and geolocation patterns into score-ready signals. Mordor Intelligence
• [New] The upcoming Evidence Standards Framework for Digital Care Technologies will adapt NICE's existing framework for digital health technologies specifically for the adult social care sector. UKAuthority
• [New] Implementing a robust digital trust security framework has emerged as a non-negotiable strategic pillar for Thai enterprises due to mounting cyber threats and tight regulatory requirements. iReadCustomer
• [New] The global semiconductor industry is projected to hit $1.5 trillion in sales in 2026 - reaching that milestone earlier than previously expected - fueled by increasing demand for AI infrastructure and accelerated computing platforms. Semiconductor Industry Association
• The UK government has launched two consultations on reforms to the product safety regime, with a strong emphasis on addressing risks arising from digital and AI-enabled technologies. Arnold & Porter

Last updated: 21 June 2026