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MENA on path to tech revolution by 2035, led by artificial superintelligence, quantum computing and smart cities, reveals GlobalData

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is set to undergo a profound technological shift by 2035 as artificial superintelligence emerges as the defining breakthrough of the century. Driven by climate pressures, demographic change, and geopolitical uncertainty, the region will see quantum computing, brain-computer interfaces, polyfunctional robots, and smart cities reshape industries, offering both […]
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Artificial superintelligence tops GlobalData’s list of 15 breakthrough technologies redefining life by 2035

The global economy is undergoing seismic shifts, shaped by changing demographics, climate pressures, supply chain upheavals, and mounting geopolitical tensions. Over the next decade, technology adoption and innovation will accelerate as societies adapt to these forces. 15 breakthrough technologies, led by artificial superintelligence, are set to redefine industries and everyday life by 2035, reveals GlobalData, […]
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Agentic AI will take business and industrial automation to new heights, says GlobalData

Agentic AI holds much promise for improving the efficiency of enterprise workflows, reducing costs, and improving customer experience. Able to communicate and collaborate, AI agents are being developed for a wide range of consumer, enterprise, scientific, and industrial purposes. Highly complex environments, such as industrial plants or hospitals, might be served by an orchestration of […]
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Carbon offsets market set for revival as high-quality removal solutions gain traction, says GlobalData

The carbon offsets market has experienced a significant slowdown since 2021, primarily due to scandals surrounding project quality and overstated impacts. Yet, with net-zero targets becoming non-negotiable for governments and corporates alike, demand is expected to rebound, driven by a shift toward high-quality, removal-based solutions and stricter market standards that could redefine the sector’s long-term […]
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US tariffs trigger supply chain reconfiguration and mark end of hyper globalization, says GlobalData

The US tariffs are accelerating the breakdown of hyper-globalization, forcing companies worldwide to rethink their supply chain strategies. As protectionist policies take hold, supply chains are shifting toward localization to mitigate risk and rising costs. Global trade is entering a new era, defined not by efficiency, but by resilience, regionalization, and strategic reconfiguration, says GlobalData, […]
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Supply chain resilience drives global M&A deal value 11% in Q2 2025, reveals GlobalData

Global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity rebounded with an 11% increase in total deal value year-over-year (YoY) during the second quarter (Q2) of 2025, driven by falling interest rates, modest economic growth, and a renewed focus on supply chain resilience. Mega-deals reached $438 billion, while $61 billion was tied to supply chain-related transactions, highlighting a […]
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Nvidia’s historic $4 trillion market cap highlights AI chip sector’s central role in tech supremacy, says GlobalData

Nvidia briefly became the first publicly traded company in history to reach a market capitalization of $4 trillion yesterday, outpacing tech giants Apple and Microsoft, and marking a pivotal moment in the global AI landscape. This milestone underscores Wall Street’s accelerating confidence in artificial intelligence (AI) and the central role of high-performance semiconductors, according to […]
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Global digital twins market will be worth $154 billion in 2030, forecasts GlobalData

Digital twins are increasingly transforming industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and aerospace, offering solutions to optimize operations, improve efficiency, and enable predictive capabilities across various sectors. Against this backdrop, the global digital twins market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 35.6% from $5 billion in 2019 to $154 billion […]
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Deforestation now poses material risk as EUDR enforces strict supply chain accountability, says GlobalData

Deforestation is no longer just a reputational concern, it is now a material risk with regulatory teeth. With the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) taking effect in December 2025, companies across sectors must prove their supply chains are deforestation-free or face severe penalties. The shift demands urgent action on traceability, supplier engagement, and sustainability strategy to […]
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Antitrust scrutiny will only increase as Big Tech caught in escalating trade war, says GlobalData

The consensus around the need to regulate digital monopolies has never been stronger on both sides of the Atlantic. Under the second Trump administration, transatlantic tensions over digital regulation, including antitrust, will heighten, as Big Tech is caught in an intensifying trade war, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s latest Strategic […]
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GlobalData unveils strategies to decarbonize artificial intelligence

The accelerating adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is driving up energy consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across the AI value chain, raising urgent concerns about its long-term sustainability and the environmental impact on tech giants. In response, new research outlines key strategies to decarbonize AI, focusing on improvements in energy sourcing, data center infrastructure, […]
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China’s tech self-reliance accelerates amid sanctions, reshaping global innovation landscape, says GlobalData

Geopolitical tensions and domestic challenges are accelerating China’s push toward technological self-sufficiency. As US sanctions intensify, China is doubling down on innovation across artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, robotics, and 5G. Strategic investments in critical minerals, digital infrastructure, and automation are positioning China to lead the next industrial revolution, reshaping global supply chains and creating a […]
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What’s next for corporate net zero? Join GlobalData’s webinar to find out how to adapt your ESG strategy

Decarbonization has become one of the most disruptive trends across all industries. Virtually every major company in every sector now has a strategy for reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. This impacts their relationships with suppliers, clients, and customers and drives investment in new technologies, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Against this backdrop, […]
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