2026 outlook for global Artificial Intelligence regulation

Governments are tightening rules on high risk Artificial Intelligence while courts and public figures test traditional legal tools against deepfakes and data misuse. New Zealand businesses face growing extraterritorial obligations and governance pressures as global Artificial Intelligence norms solidify.
Software stocks face valuation shock as artificial intelligence agents threaten core products

Software valuations have slumped as investors worry that rapidly improving artificial intelligence agents could bypass or replicate core products, forcing incumbents to prove new revenue streams fast.
UK sets out artificial intelligence growth and development agenda at India summit

The UK government is using the India Artificial Intelligence Impact Summit 2026 to promote artificial intelligence as a driver of economic growth, new jobs and improved public services, while deepening technology and research ties with India and the global south.