Global Scans · Innovation · Weekly Summary

• [New] Samsung Electronics will join its new $5 B EPIC Center in Silicon Valley, a collaborative R&D facility designed to accelerate materials and process innovation. Semiconductor Engineering
• [New] The tech sector will dominate M&A activity in 2026 more than ever, driven by relentless innovation and digital transformation across industries. Benchmark International
• [New] Major Investors: Sequoia Capital and Intel Capital are the leading investors who are taking steps forward in building up the AI chip ecosystems and backing the disruptive silicon innovation. Precedence Research
• [New] The United States and allies are urged to treat China as a durable technological and military challenger and respond by strengthening their own innovation advantages rather than assuming authoritarian limits will halt China's progress. The Asia Cable
• [New] Some of the most aggressively funded innovation in 2026 will not just be consumer-facing AI tools - it will be deep-tech systems with geopolitical relevance. TechRound
• [New] Predictive Analysis: Successful Nasdaq listing will likely trigger a wave of Ukrainian defence tech IPOs, establishing a new model for wartime innovation commercialization. Drone Warfare
• [New] Capital investment in disruptive innovation platforms alone could contribute 1.9 percentage points to annualised real GDP growth during this decade. Wholesale Investor
• [New] Minister Teo concluded by expressing strong confidence that ongoing national efforts will continue to deliver meaningful progress, foster innovation and strengthen Singapore's position as a leader in digital transformation. OpenGov Asia
• [New] In 2026, industry experts predicted a surge in defence technology innovation fueled by advancements in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity compliance, hypersonics, Internet of Things, and more. NSTXL
• [New] Data-driven innovation, including Farmonaut's non-invasive exploration solutions, will define next-generation mining successes in Queensland and worldwide. Farmonaut
• [New] The key to success in 2026 and beyond will be innovation and agility, as companies navigate the constantly changing technological landscape. igmGuru
• [New] As global competition intensifies and policy frameworks continue to evolve, the ability of the U.S. to maintain leadership in semiconductor design, manufacturing, and innovation will depend on clear, predictable, and forward-looking policy execution. Semiconductor Digest
• [New] In 2026 and beyond, responsible AI governance will shape a future where innovation and ethics advance together. latestaitechs.com
• [New] Tastepoint by IFF has identified ten flavours predicted to shape F & B innovation throughout 2026. CNS Media
• [New] KFC launched a Global Innovation Hub in September to test ideas that will create a higher innovation cadence with profitable, low-price-point products, compelling individual value offers, and expanded daily menus designed to drive traffic while protecting margins long term. Nation's Restaurant News
• [New] A forward-looking perspective argues that by 2030, AI world models will transform innovation from linear pipelines into collaborative ecosystems. MarketingProfs
• [New] By 2026, the pace of innovation will be defined by how well companies adapt, govern, and scale AI responsibly. MEXC
• [New] WITEC's work is expected to accelerate growth in high-value jobs across research, engineering, clinical validation, and health-care services, and attract strategic investments that foster biomedical innovation and industry partnerships in Singapore, the United States, and beyond. MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• [New] By 2026, businesses that embrace digital innovation, regional diversification, and green initiatives will be best positioned to thrive in an increasingly interconnected yet complex global marketplace. Global Trade Magazine
• [New] Artificial Intelligence has entered a new phase in 2026 - one where enterprises expect real business outcomes, not just innovation showcases. Tenjin Workbench
• [New] As EV adoption accelerates, recycling will determine who controls resources, who leads innovation, and how sustainable the global transition truly becomes. EVTech.News
• [New] Standard Chartered Bank anticipates a robust year for global financial markets in 2026, driven by a synergy between technological innovation and favorable macroeconomic conditions. Financial Afrik
• [New] Strategic partnerships, technological innovation, and government-backed semiconductor initiatives are expected to further unlock growth potential in the coming years. EIN Presswire

Last updated: 15 February 2026