International
EU space weapon test ban will help set global norm
The EU member states have committed not to carry out destructive anti-satellite missile tests
EUEuro-area and US activity and policy will diverge
The US services PMI slowed steadily but is still expanding, while euro-area consumer confidence weakened
InternationalWeak global activity will pressure forecasts downwards
The flash services and manufacturing PMIs for Europe and Asia Pacific suggest global activity is weakening
United StatesILO spotlights social risks of GenAI-linked job shifts
The ILO has released a report on a range of occupational tasks exposed to GenAI-related automation
InternationalRobust South Korean GenAI would increase competition
A South Korean tech major is due to unveil its GenAI services
InternationalGenAI misuse for disinformation is a rising risk
A new report from Mandiant has added to the growing body of research on misuses of generative artificial intelligence
InternationalTech employment to stabilise as AI disruptions kick in
There has been a sharp decline in tech sector layoffs since June 2023
InternationalTransport equipment trade cushions world trade decline
Japan's export volumes fell for a tenth month in July but trade in transport equipment is picking up
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