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Energy systems and economies will be mineral-intensive
The energy transition will create substantial new demand for a range of minerals, including base metals
InternationalBalkanisation of the internet will rise
Both autocratic and democratic governments are expanding their control over the digital realm
InternationalEfforts to curb ransomware crimes face limits
Double-extortion ransomware crimes are rising in frequency and sophistication
InternationalCOVID-19 may trigger an ideological shift over decades
Rising inequality and global challenges could prompt governments to be more interventionist and redistributive
InternationalWoody biomass for energy use will face rising scrutiny
Scientists and environmental organisations are questioning the sustainability of woody biomass-to-energy processes
InternationalHuawei's Harmony may challenge Android-Apple duopoly
Huawei's new mobile operating system has entered a market almost wholly controlled by Android and Apple iOS
InternationalEU bonds will rival German Bunds as a safe asset
The EU will ramp up bond issuance to become one of the largest euro-area issuers, rivalling Bunds and perhaps Treasuries
EUTechnology will be key to US-Japan global alliances
Washington and Tokyo seek ambitious technology-based partnerships with developing countries, partly to counter China
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