Global Scans · Design · Weekly Summary

WHAT'S NEXT?: Design thinking will increasingly play a key role in improving systems and customer experiences. Companies will re-learn their approach to innovation and embrace human-centred design principles. Designers will begin to apply knowledge of human interaction, specifically in the area of how we earn trust and respect, to AI systems.

• [New] As investor confidence builds, the Philippines could see accelerated economic growth, further stimulating job creation and enhancing the overall health of its financial markets. Philippine Business Directory: News and Articles on Phi
• [New] The challenge of building an icebreaker is that the end result must operate in some of the most inhospitable places on Earth with little risk of failure. The Guardian
• [New] As the event approaches, anticipation builds for what could be a significant leap forward in mobile technology, with AI integration and foldable innovation at the forefront of Samsung's 2025 strategy. TheOutpost.ai
• [New] Inventory reports from the U.S. as well as estimates of gasoline demand during peak driving season also affected prices - negatively because inventory reports featured unexpected builds while gasoline demand was lower than expected. investing.com
• [New] The NEOM project, launched under Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, is a $500 billion megacity initiative that aims to leapfrog traditional infrastructure and social models by integrating cutting-edge technologies, sustainability, and human-centric design. The Times Of India
• [New] Onshore wind is one of the easiest and cheapest technologies to build and will supply British homes and businesses with clean, secure homegrown power that ends a reliance on unstable global gas markets - which is all part of Westminster's mission to get bills down for good. The Edinburgh Reporter
• [New] In 2025, the top web design trends are expected to include AI-driven design, immersive 3D elements, minimalistic interfaces, dark mode design, and personalized user experiences. PSD Freebies Mockups
• [New] Digital twins could offer governments a real opportunity to ensure that they are deploying their finite resources in a way that accelerates the energy transition, increases economic growth, builds resilience, and helps to navigate global disruptions. McKinsey & Company
• [New] Billal Hammoud, President and CEO of Honeywell's Building Automation segment shared: As lithium-ion battery use grows rapidly across data centers, EV infrastructure and grid-scale energy storage, the risk of fire is increasing in parallell. Fire & Safety Journal Americas
• [New] British consumers will find a selection designed to cater to various budgets, all while maintaining HP's reputation for quality and integration of cutting-edge technology, including advancements in AI for enhanced user experience. Hindustan Times
• [New] F-Secure delivers robust cybersecurity solutions designed to protect businesses and individuals from a wide range of threats, including malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks, through advanced threat detection and prevention technologies. CybersecurityNews
• [New] Microsoft Security delivers a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to protect against a wide range of cyber threats, including advanced persistent threats, malware, and phishing attacks, leveraging integrated tools and artificial intelligence for proactive defence. CybersecurityNews
• [New] While American AI companies give priority to the pursuit of major breakthroughs in a race to build artificial superintelligence, China's AI industry is focused far more on using AI to build practical applications - an emphasis that could help it win new users quickly. Edge and Odds -
• [New] Norwegian energy major Equinor has walked away from a third offshore wind development project in Australia in another blow to the federal governments plan to build an offshore wind industry. EconCurrent's Substack
• [New] Modular construction generates low waste, reduces energy consumption, and aligns with green building regulations such as the UAE Net Zero by 2050 initiative. Arizton Advisory & Intelligence
• [New] The US transportation department regulates vehicle design and will play a key role in deciding if Tesla can mass-produce robotaxis without pedals and steering wheels, while Musk's rocket firm SpaceX has about $22bn (R387bn) in federal contracts. TimesLIVE
• [New] The latest version of U.S. President Donald Trump's big beautiful bill could make it cheaper for semiconductor manufacturers to build plants in the U.S. as Washington continues its efforts to strengthen its domestic chip supply chain. CNBC
• [New] Most large economies have committed to net-zero by 2050, driving demand for clean energy, building retrofits, EV infrastructure, and emerging systems like hydrogen and carbon capture. ZACUA VENTURES
• [New] A European solar developer secured a PPP to build a 100 MW solar farm under Saudi Vision 2030. World Wide Digest
• [New] Awareness is the first step in reducing identity theft and information threats in a higher educational institution, since most students and teachers believe that unique passwords are enough to preserve the privacy of personal information. b
• [New] Rolls Royce's SMRs, based on proven global PWR designs, significantly reduce risks while offering enormous opportunities to spearhead global industrial innovation. The Herald
• [New] More recently, China has tested grappler satellites in geostationary orbit, which could be used to inspect or disable other satellites (American Academy of Arts and Sciences). SSBCrack News
• [New] In the short term, the FTA is expected to drive a sharp rise in trade volumes: more Indian garments, home textiles, and technical fabrics in UK stores, and increased visibility of British fashion and specialty textiles in India. Fibre2Fashion

Last updated: 07 July 2025