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• [New] The German government is focusing on green hydrogen and aims to build around 10 GW of electrolysis capacity by 2030. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Australia's cyber security strategy has entered its second phase, with the federal government launching Horizon 2 and outlining a new program of work running from 2026 to the end of 2028. Australian Cyber Security Magazine
• [New] Growth opportunities are helped by government measures under the Digital Transformation Strategy by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), and continued investment in smart city modernization. Dimension Market Research
• [New] China's BCI industry is expected to speed up its growth over the next five years thanks to strong government support. MIT Technology Review
• [New] Japanese 10-year government bond yields rose from multi-week lows on Monday as hopes for a Middle East peace deal dimmed, with the 10-year JGB up 3.5 bps to 2.69% after touching 2.635% on Friday. investing.com
• [New] OpenAI could be the latest tech company that the US government takes a stake in. Engadget
• [New] Ministers would become more willing to deploy taxpayer money alongside private investors, arguing that government needs to take greater risks if Britain is to keep hold of its most successful technology companies. City AM
• [New] State and local government fleets still face a 50% ZEV purchase requirement, rising to 100% by 2030. Joint Charging
• [New] Vetted developers and US government partners working on pandemic preparedness, biosecurity threat identification, and public health research are eligible. Build Fast with AI
• [New] Threats to U.S. national health security are becoming more frequent and complex, requiring stronger coordination between government and industry to improve detection capabilities, develop countermeasures, and deliver them at scale. BIO International Convention 2026
• [New] The federal government must act urgently to strengthen Canada's critical transportation infrastructure or risk catastrophe. SenCanada
• [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] Strengthening coordination across government and prioritising enabling infrastructure will improve project timelines, reduce duplication, and enhance Queensland's attractiveness as an investment destination. The State of Queensland
• [New] The South Korean government is not going to focus just on short-term crisis management, but intends to push ahead unwaveringly with an energy transition. Bloomberg
• [New] The Government segment is the largest end-use vertical in 2026, accounting for approximately 26.0% share, driven by the need for consistent real-time threat data, critical infrastructure protection, and public safety performance. Dimension Market Research
• [New] The Government of Canada is rolling out several new laws and regulatory changes in June that will focus on consumer protections and public health. Daily Hive

Last updated: 19 June 2026