We keep our ear to the ground for the interesting stats, insights and discussion points you need to feel in the know and shape the future with confidence.
1. Lights, camera, adaptation
The media and entertainment world is having a major glow-up. It’s no longer just about what we watch, it’s about how we experience it. From immersive theme parks to creator-led content empires, the future of fun is all about blending physical and digital spaces, turning audiences into active participants, and putting creators at the center of it all. Streaming platforms are shifting from “grow at all costs” to “grow smart,” while sports, gaming, and even gambling are being reimagined through tech and personalization. Companies that embrace AI, partner with creators, and build flexible, experience-first ecosystems are the ones that’ll win in this new landscape…
Top M&E drivers shaping the future of fun
2. Tax me if you can
Digital Services Taxes (DSTs) are making a comeback — and it’s causing a stir. For years, countries held off on taxing digital services while waiting for a global tax deal (known as BEPS 2.0 Pillar One) to sort things out. But that deal has stalled, and with the U.S. officially backing out, governments are dusting off their DST plans. Some are expanding them, others are introducing new ones, and businesses — especially those operating across borders — are feeling the pressure. DSTs were supposed to be temporary, but now they’re popping up in more places and affecting more companies, not just tech giants. The rules vary wildly from country to country, making compliance a nightmare. Here’s what you need to know about the digital tax landscape…
Taxation of digital services has come back in focus
3. Heavy metal mayhem
Trade tensions are turning up the heat — and metals and minerals companies are feeling the burn. With U.S. import duties climbing as high as 50% and Canada adding extra taxes worth billions, the cost of doing business is getting steeper by the day. Mexico’s mining sector is bracing for doubled steel taxes, while Chile, once a free-trade darling, is now navigating 10% tariffs and shifting alliances. In a recent poll of 400+ industry execs, over half flagged tariffs as their biggest headache, and nearly 60% expect major cost impacts. Translation? The old playbook won’t cut it. From rethinking supply chains to decoding trade frameworks, agility is the new currency — and everyone’s scrambling to stay in the game.
Under pressure: how evolving tariffs are reshaping metals and minerals
4. Hack to the future
Cybersecurity has officially left the server room and pulled up a chair at the board table. But for many Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), explaining cyber risks to directors can feel like trying to describe a plot twist in a sci-fi movie to someone who skipped the first half. The real challenge? Turning technical turbulence into business clarity. Think of it like air traffic control: boards don’t need to know how the radar works — they need to know which threats are incoming, how fast, and what it’ll cost to land safely. With AI-fueled attacks and shifting regulations, the stakes are sky-high. The smartest CISOs are swapping static metrics for risk-informed storytelling that aligns with strategy, builds trust, and keeps the board flying above the storm…
Enhancing cybersecurity metrics: CISO strategies
5. Pitch perfected
Sales is getting a serious upgrade — and it’s not just with a new CRM. With AI stepping in as the ultimate wingman, reps are trading cold calls for hot algorithms. Today’s buyers want tailored experiences, not templated pitches, and AI’s predictive, generative, and agentic powers are rewriting the playbook. Think of it as sales with a sixth sense: spotting leads, adjusting prices, and crafting emails before your coffee hits the desk. But it’s not all smooth selling — teams still have to wrangle data drama, tech trust issues, and internal red tape. The future of sales? Smarter, faster, and finally fluent in customer expectations. And yes, your sales strategy might just need a neural network…