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Decentralized finance (DeFi) is experiencing a resurgence, driven by a shift towards sustainable yields, real-world use cases, and increased regulatory clarity.
DeFi Resurgence and Evolution- Navigating Global Uncertainty
- Values-Driven Consumption
- Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs)
- Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
- Financial Services
- Business & Commerce
- Finance & Money
Decentralized finance (DeFi) is experiencing a resurgence, driven by a shift towards sustainable yields, real-world use cases, and increased regulatory clarity.
Coinbase: 2025 crypto market outlookDeFi Resurgence and Evolution
Decentralized finance (DeFi) is experiencing a resurgence, driven by a shift towards sustainable yields, real-world use cases, and increased regulatory clarity.
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The use of AI-generated deepfakes is on the rise, posing significant threats to individuals, organizations, and democratic processes.
Deepfake Threat Escalation- AI-Driven Transformation
- Navigating Global Uncertainty
- The Blurring of Physical and Digital Realities
- Cybersecurity
- Public trust
- Social Media
- Cybersecurity
- Emerging Technology
- Media & Information
The use of AI-generated deepfakes is on the rise, posing significant threats to individuals, organizations, and democratic processes.
Infotech: AI trends 2025Deepfake Threat Escalation
The use of AI-generated deepfakes is on the rise, posing significant threats to individuals, organizations, and democratic processes. 
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The rise of deepfakes poses a significant threat to trust and security, requiring organizations to develop new strategies for detection and mitigation.
Deepfake Defense- AI-Driven Transformation
- Authenticity and Transparency Reign Supreme
- The Blurring of Physical and Digital Realities
- Cybersecurity
- Fraud
- Misinformation
- Social Engineering
- Business & Commerce
- Cybersecurity
- Emerging Technology
The rise of deepfakes poses a significant threat to trust and security, requiring organizations to develop new strategies for detection and mitigation.
Infotech: Tech trends 2025Deepfake Defense
The rise of deepfakes poses a significant threat to trust and security, requiring organizations to develop new strategies for detection and mitigation. 
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Advertisers are moving beyond one-off campaigns to forge deeper, longer-term partnerships with creators, prioritizing authenticity and audience trust.
Deepening Creator Partnerships- Authenticity and Transparency Reign Supreme
- The Power of Community and Connection
- Brand Partnerships
- Content creation
- Influencer marketing
- Brands & Advertising
- Business & Commerce
- Digital Platforms
Advertisers are moving beyond one-off campaigns to forge deeper, longer-term partnerships with creators, prioritizing authenticity and audience trust.
Audacy: Share of audio trendsDeepening Creator Partnerships
Advertisers are moving beyond one-off campaigns to forge deeper, longer-term partnerships with creators, prioritizing authenticity and audience trust. 
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Foundations are communicating less about their work, including giving priorities and processes, potentially hindering transparency and trust.
Decreased Communication- Authenticity and Transparency Reign Supreme
- The Power of Community and Connection
- Accountability
- Stakeholder Relationships
- Transparency
- Business & Commerce
- Media & Information
Foundations are communicating less about their work, including giving priorities and processes, potentially hindering transparency and trust.
McKinsey: Family philanthropy trends 2025:...Decreased Communication
Foundations are communicating less about their work, including giving priorities and processes, potentially hindering transparency and trust. 
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Key non-economic well-being indicators, including life expectancy, mental health, and social connectedness, show concerning declines.
Declining Well-being Indicators- Navigating Global Uncertainty
- The Power of Community and Connection
- Mental Health
- Public Health
- Social Cohesion
- Culture
- Health & Wellness
Key non-economic well-being indicators, including life expectancy, mental health, and social connectedness, show concerning declines.
OECD: How's Life 2024Declining Well-being Indicators
Key non-economic well-being indicators, including life expectancy, mental health, and social connectedness, show concerning declines. 
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While internet usage remains high, trust in its societal benefits and the balance between online and offline lives is declining, particularly among younger demographics.
Declining Trust in Online Benefits- Authenticity and Transparency Reign Supreme
- The Power of Community and Connection
- Digital Literacy
- Mental Wellbeing
- Social Interactions
- Consumer Attitudes
- Digital Platforms
While internet usage remains high, trust in its societal benefits and the balance between online and offline lives is declining, particularly among younger demographics.
OFCOM: Online nation 2024Declining Trust in Online Benefits
While internet usage remains high, trust in its societal benefits and the balance between online and offline lives is declining, particularly among younger demographics. 
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Public trust in news sources is declining due to bias, sensationalism, and disinformation, impacting both news organizations and brands.
Declining Trust in News- Authenticity and Transparency Reign Supreme
- Navigating Global Uncertainty
- Values-Driven Consumption
- Advertising
- Journalism
- Politics
- Public Relations
- Brands & Advertising
- Media & Information
Public trust in news sources is declining due to bias, sensationalism, and disinformation, impacting both news organizations and brands.
Ipsos: What the future newsDeclining Trust in News
Public trust in news sources is declining due to bias, sensationalism, and disinformation, impacting both news organizations and brands. 
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Despite the shift towards community-centricity, there's a concerning decrease in general operating support, multiyear, and capacity-building grants.
Declining Operational Grants- Navigating Global Uncertainty
- The Power of Community and Connection
- Financial Health of Nonprofits
- Grantmaking Effectiveness
- Nonprofit Sustainability
- Business & Commerce
- Finance & Money
Despite the shift towards community-centricity, there's a concerning decrease in general operating support, multiyear, and capacity-building grants.
Family Philanthropy: Trends 2025 results...Declining Operational Grants
Despite the shift towards community-centricity, there's a concerning decrease in general operating support, multiyear, and capacity-building grants. 
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Consumer trust in influencers is waning, impacting influencer marketing effectiveness.
Declining Influencer Trust- Authenticity and Transparency Reign Supreme
- The Power of Community and Connection
- Values-Driven Consumption
- Advertising
- Marketing
- Social Media
- Brands & Advertising
- Consumer Attitudes
Statista: Consumer trends 2025Declining Influencer Trust
Consumer trust in influencers is waning, impacting influencer marketing effectiveness. 
