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WHAT'S NEW?: Moves away from traditional, hierarchical, full-time structures towards a gig and shared economy continue apace. New models of virtual working and work anywhere, anytime for anybody are likely to grow dramatically in the coming years.

• [New] In 2026, while companies work to integrate AI into their systems, they will increasingly face issues such as system reliability, data quality, integration challenges, and a shortage of qualified talent. Turkiye Today
• [New] The Planning Inspectorate is expanding its digital Appeal a Planning Decision service to include enforcement appeals, marking a significant shift in how planning disputes will be handled in England. UKAuthority
• [New] While UK businesses recognise the potential of artificial intelligence, adoption remains modest and uneven, with only 16% currently using AI technologies. UKAuthority
• [New] Under the updated Crime and Policing Bill, firms that fail to comply risk fines of up to 10% of global revenue or potential service restrictions, with enforcement overseen by Ofcom. Digital Watch Observatory
• [New] Organizations implementing Zero Trust for physical access reduced insider threat incidents by 68% by requiring step-up authentication for high-risk zones such as server rooms or pharmaceutical storage. Market Data Forecast
• [New] Federal facilities now mandate that all employee and visitor credentials be dynamically validated against real-time threat intelligence feeds before granting door access. Market Data Forecast
• [New] Tenable Security Center is an on-premises vulnerability management platform designed for organizations requiring complete control over their security data and infrastructure, particularly in air-gapped, highly regulated, or hybrid environments where cloud-based solutions are not feasible. FitGap
• [New] Platform operators face a step-up in mandatory CPF contributions over a five-year period for platform workers, rising from 3.5% in 2025 to 17% by 2029. ST
• [New] The potential for a coordinated Canada-Mexico critical minerals strategy is significant, especially given the strong presence of Canadian mining firms in Mexico. Wilson Center
• [New] With the efforts of Taobao Instant Commerce, the potential of consumer life service platforms has been fully unleashed, with the current average daily order volume reaching 150 million orders. AASTOCKS.COM
• [New] The Department of Defense's Physical Security Enterprise Modernization initiative now requires all military installations to contract third-party threat assessment and system health auditing services, generating over one point two billion dollars in annual service contracts. Market Data Forecast
• [New] By 2027, AI agents could participate in or support 50% of business decisions. The Astana Times
• [New] Virgin Media O2 is deploying AI monitoring tools across its mobile network to predict and prevent issues, demonstrating how telecommunications operators are scaling artificial intelligence to improve service reliability and operational efficiency across the UK. Bizclik Media Ltd
• [New] Business operations worldwide are increasingly exposed to altered trade flows and volumes, disruptions in supply chains, volatile financial conditions, intensified geopolitical unpredictability, and the expansion of both existing and new sanctions. Wartsila.com
• [New] Emerging trends in digital ecosystems, sustainability, workplace structures, and AI will shape 2026 - with finance playing a pivotal role in business success. FM Magazine
• [New] Efficiency gains from AI will reduce Amazon's workforce in the coming years, and AI agents will allow it to focus less on rote work and more on thinking strategically about how to improve customer experiences. The Guardian
• [New] More organizations are expected to emulate AI front-runners by implementing enterprise-wide initiatives centered on executive sponsorship to ensure alignment with business goals. Grokipedia
• [New] Prediction 1: Data Readiness Will Be the Main Bottleneck and the Most Critical Area for Investment in Enterprise AI In 2026, organizations will realize that the absolute limit on AI value is no longer model sophistication but data readiness. TDWI
• [New] As AI investment continues to grow, future research will focus on analyzing global AI investment trends, the growth rate of AI-based startups, and the changing skill requirements for the workforce. Scientific Research Publishing
• [New] Organizations in 2026 will double down on authentication, finally seeing it as a pivotal component of customer experience. Descope
• [New] A general-purpose AI tool like ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot starts as minimal risk but becomes high-risk based on how your organization deploys it. Sentra
• [New] By 2030, 45% of organizations will use AI agents. sun-times
• [New] The organizations that succeed in 2026 will not be chasing every new technology - they will be doubling down on what works, integrating systems intelligently, and using data to guide decisions. Securitas Technology

Last updated: 23 February 2026