Global Scans · Machines · Weekly Summary

• [New] By technology, artificial intelligence / machine learning is projected to grow at a remarkable CAGR of 17.5% between 2025 and 2034. Precedence Research
• [New] Cognitive enhancement interfaces and BCIs projected to unlock USD 5.4 billion additional value in neuro-rehabilitation and human-machine interaction by 2032. EIN Presswire
• [New] Many manufacturers still leave large portions of machine / process data unused; 2026 leaders will treat data utilization as part of their quality system, not a side project. EC Electronics Ltd
• [New] AI and machine-learning adoption in portfolio and risk-management workflows is expected to reach nearly 70% of investment management firms by 2026. MEXC
• [New] Construction 5.0 will integrate AI, robotics, and machine learning to anticipate problems, optimise resources, and ensure technology serves both people and the planet. 3D Printing Industry
• [New] Machine vision startups might not dominate the headlines the way Google and Apple do, but their contributions may revolutionize industries such as manufacturing, food and beverage, and security. MVPro Media
• [New] In 2026, human-machine interaction will be won on context, not automation. CRM Magazine
• [New] Either AI is all vapour and hype, or the world will soon be driven by machine intelligence focused on generating profits for its creators, reinforcing the existing patriarchy through a new techno-capitalism. Film Threat
• [New] Salesforce, Hubspot, Marketing AI Institute, and IDC have implemented machine learning algorithms to predict which posts, visuals, or content types will resonate most with audiences, boosting engagement and reach. Azarian Growth Agency
• [New] Instead of simply reporting past activity, 2026 longevity devices use AI and machine learning to forecast health trends, detect early warning signals, and recommend proactive adjustments. bleo
• [New] Future iterations will likely incorporate machine learning models trained on combat data from Ukraine and Middle Eastern conflicts, further refining discrimination between commercial quadcopters, military-grade loitering munitions, and benign air traffic in contested electromagnetic environments. Drone Warfare
• [New] The top most threat to companies is machine-to-machine mayhem in which cybercriminals exploit good AI bots and blend them with bad bots that are specifically designed for fraud. The News International
• [New] American candidates will likely have to go further, integrating machine learning algorithms capable of distinguishing real targets from decoys. Fly a Jet Fighter
• [New] The expanded engagement zones create opportunities to map U.S. counter-drone capabilities and response protocols through systematic probing operations, while the reliance on AI-enabled systems introduces exploitable vulnerabilities in machine learning algorithms and sensor fusion architectures. Drone Warfare
• [New] The next evolution will likely involve networked APS systems sharing threat data across vehicle formations to counter coordinated swarm attacks, with machine learning enabling predictive engagement of maneuvering FPV drones. Drone Warfare
• [New] Palo Alto Networks warns of AI Identity threats, where machine identities outnumber humans 82:1, enabling doppelganger attacks. Reputation Ace - Reputation Management
• [New] In 2026, AI and machine learning will play a critical role in the way data is backed up and recovered. CyberZeals
• [New] Gartner's planning assumption is that by 2030, 70% of AML cases will be investigated, reported, and managed through machine-to-machine interactions between AI agents at banks and regulators. Facephi - EN
• [New] Spotify will use Checkout.com's Intelligent Acceptance system, which applies real-time data and machine learning to route transactions and reduce payment failures. Fintech Singapore
• [New] By 2026, the question for banks will not be whether to use generative AI - but how effectively and responsibly they deploy it in a threat landscape where criminals are already moving at machine speed. FinExtra
• As the U.S. Air Force completes its Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming experiments, the potential for AI to accelerate decision-making in complex battle scenarios is becoming increasingly evident. Aerospace & Defense News
• In 2026, AI-powered contrail forecasting models combine satellite observations, atmospheric humidity and temperature layers, numerical weather simulations, and machine learning to predict where persistent contrails are likely to form. Apidots
• Identity security is rapidly evolving from simple username/password models into AI-driven governance, liveness biometrics, decentralized identity, passwordless passkeys, and machine identities that will define access in 2026. Cybersecurity News Everyday

Last updated: 22 February 2026