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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] NHS organizations across England are being encouraged to adopt AI-powered notetaking tools, which early trials suggest could free up clinicians to spend nearly a quarter more time with patients. UKAuthority
• [New] Two new pilot projects, funded by the UK Space Agency, will explore how satellite data and digital tools can help farmers improve decision-making, increase productivity, and enhance environmental sustainability. UKAuthority
• [New] Other projects include testing how Met Office weather data could be adapted for AI tools, helping businesses prepare for seasonal changes, and exploring ways to make legal data more accessible for small businesses, such as simplifying employment contracts or international procurement. UKAuthority
• [New] The transition to digital records will eliminate the need for service leavers to chase paperwork or wait for health records to reach their NHS providers, fulfilling a government commitment to improve support for veterans. UKAuthority
• [New] AI has huge potential to help us anticipate risks, improve decision-making, and boost productivity, strengthening the UK's resilience and prosperity. UKAuthority
• [New] Recent concerns over Alphabet's Project Genie are overblown; Genie's virtual world prototype status and feature limits contain any near-term threat to AppLovin's ad business. Seeking Alpha
• [New] Regulatory frameworks from the GENIUS Act, CLARITY Act, and SEC actions will enable traditional banks and securities platforms to enter digital-asset markets, intensifying competition for incumbent crypto platforms through lower fees. Cision PR Newswire
• [New] Aon's Global Risk Management Survey confirms that AI-driven cyber attacks are now a top-10 risk for business leaders worldwide. Aon
• [New] Cyber risks in 2026 will intersect with a spectrum of business challenges, from AI-driven supply chain and third-party threats to regulatory, privacy and litigation pressures. Aon
• [New] In 2026, we can expect automation to help shape workforce strategies, especially when it comes to retention. Automation.com
• [New] In 2026, organizations should prioritize integrated and automated GRC platforms that connect risk, compliance, IT, security, and third-party systems. Metricstream
• [New] Organizations building quantum literacy now through experimentation and partnerships will lead as mainstream adoption accelerates through 2030. ThePromptBuddy
• [New] As organizations enter 2026, leadership teams are confronting a rapidly shifting landscape where disruption is constant and competitive advantage is increasingly talent-driven. Hunt Scanlon Media
• [New] In 2026, HR leaders expect AI use to concentrate on workflow automation, learning and development, and workforce analytics. Rio Grande Guardian
• [New] A universal basic income (UBI) could be introduced to support workers whose jobs are lost to AI. PeopleManagement
• [New] As organizations prepare for 2026, risk and compliance leaders face an increasingly complex enforcement landscape shaped by national security priorities, evolving regulatory frameworks, and rapid technological change. JD Supra
• [New] As awareness rises and underwriting processes evolve, cyber insurance could become a much more widespread feature of the UK business landscape helping companies manage risk more effectively in an era where digital threats are an everyday reality. REG Technologies
• [New] If last year was the year of AI-driven efficiency and cost-cutting, in 2026 will be one of AI-driven growth, with CEOs seeking to derive value and profit from implementation versus just workforce reduction. Fortune

Last updated: 02 February 2026