The world’s top businesses do these 4 things to thrive in turbulent times
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Simon Freakley, Chief Executive Officer, AlixPartners A CEO’s number one concern is invariably how to sustain or accelerate their company’s growth. Growth is how we drive long-term value for shareholders, create more opportunities for employees and increase investment for […]
It is time to create an economy that works for all
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Piyachart “Arm” Isarabhakdee, Chief Executive Officer, BRANDi and Companies Since 2020, around two-thirds of newly created global wealth has gone to the top 1%. Now, some might argue, “if you work hard, you succeed.” But working hard is not enough. Capital […]
How can we bridge the gap between economic fact and economic sentiment? A new report sheds light
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Pedro Conceição, Director, Human Development Report Office, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) In some countries, there is a persistent gap between data showing improving economic conditions and negative perceptions about the economy. By some measures, those negative perceptions […]
IMF says global economy ‘remains remarkably resilient’, and other economics news
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Joe Myers, Writer, Forum Agenda 1. IMF says global economy ‘remains remarkably resilient’ The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its latest World Economic Outlook, projecting that growth will remain steady at 3.2% this year and next. The […]
4 innovations helping the fashion industry embrace the circular economy
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Johnny Wood, Writer, Forum Agenda Secondhand clothing has come out of the closet, with the sector on-track to account for 10% of the global fashion market in 2024. The negative associations around buying used garments are gone, as […]
The road less traveled: Achieving business success in frontier markets
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Lisa Satolli, Project Lead, Humanitarian and Resilience Investing, World Economic Forum Frontier markets are home to the poorest two-thirds of the global population. With significantly fewer economic resources, these populations are much more risk-averse, making them less inclined […]
Private climate finance: 4 things to consider
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Laia Barbarà, Acting Head, Climate Strategy, World Economic Forum, Ameya Hadap, Specialist, Climate Innovation, World Economic Forum Recognizing the importance of private sector engagement in the climate fight, governments worldwide have begun implementing policies and incentives to catalyze […]
Quantum computing could threaten cybersecurity measures. Here’s why – and how tech firms are responding
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Simon Torkington, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda Emerging technologies are posing significant threats to cybersecurity protocols that protect our digital communications and sensitive data. At present, the main focus is on AI and its potential to facilitate ever more sophisticated […]
Safety by design: Lessons in mainstreaming digital assets with resilience
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Valérie Urbain, Chief Business Officer, Euroclear Group; Member of the Board, Euroclear Not long after the inception of the locomotive railway were railway inspectors brought in to monitor its safety and new features such as signalling and sealed […]
This explorer and conservationist is training citizen scientists to save the planet
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Rebecca Geldard, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda This article was originally published on 27 February 2024 and updated on 17 April 2024. As we become increasingly aware of the threats posed by global warming, many of us may want […]
See how Gaudí’s Casa Batlló takes our heritage into the digital age
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Joseph Fowler, Head, Arts and Culture, World Economic Forum, Amilcar Vargas, World Heritage Manager, Casa Batlló Gaudí Cultural heritage is a vital part of our collective shared human history and a perpetual source of inspiration, innovation and creation. […]
Why we need global minimum quality standards in EdTech
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Natalia Kucirkova, Professor of Children’s Reading and Development, The Open University and University of Stavanger The UN’s Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4 is a commitment to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.” It is […]
Remembering Peter Higgs: A legacy that looks forward to the quantum future
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Karyn Gorman, Communications Lead, Metaverse Initiative, World Economic Forum Peter Higgs, the theoretical physicist whose prediction of the Higgs boson reshaped the landscape of particle physics, passed away on 8 April at the age of 94 in Edinburgh, […]
The world’s top businesses do these 4 things to thrive in turbulent times
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Simon Freakley, Chief Executive Officer, AlixPartners A CEO’s number one concern is invariably how to sustain or accelerate their company’s growth. Growth is how we drive long-term value for shareholders, create more opportunities for employees and increase investment for […]
The XX Paradox in Global Health Leadership: Unravelling the Disparity and Charting a Path Forward
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sadia Khalid, a dedicated professional with an extensive academic background, holding an MBBS and an MD degree from Tallinn, Estonia. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the […]
It is time to create an economy that works for all
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Piyachart “Arm” Isarabhakdee, Chief Executive Officer, BRANDi and Companies Since 2020, around two-thirds of newly created global wealth has gone to the top 1%. Now, some might argue, “if you work hard, you succeed.” But working hard is not enough. Capital […]
Empowering Women’s Leadership in Global Health: A Blueprint for Equity and Excellence
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sadia Khalid, a dedicated professional with an extensive academic background, holding an MBBS and an MD degree from Tallinn, Estonia. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the […]
Breaking the Silence: Women’s Quest for Leadership in Global Health Post-COVID-19
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sadia Khalid, a dedicated professional with an extensive academic background, holding an MBBS and an MD degree from Tallinn, Estonia. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the […]
Here’s what to know about the EU-US Trade and Technology Council
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Johnny Wood, Writer, Forum Agenda US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and European Commission Executive VP Valdis Dombrovskis were among the US and EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC) officials who gathered in Belgium for a two-day summit […]
Gender’s Impact in Medicine and Healthcare
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Leonor Borges, a 5th year medical student in the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do […]
Unmasking the Hidden Pandemic: Exploring the Interplay of Substance Use Disorder and Chronic Health Issues
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by one of our passionate writers, Ms. Kaksha Parrikh, a medical graduate from MBBS from Govt. medical college, Bhavnagar, Gujarat, India. The opinions expressed within reflect only the writer’s views and not necessarily The European Sting’s position on the issue. Similar to covid 19 pandemic, there is a […]
Strengthening Women’s Leadership in International Health
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Nasirova Khavar, a 3rd year student at Azerbaijan Medical University,Baku. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on the […]
Women’s role in global health: a bonfire of brilliance
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Johanna Säkkinen, a 21-year-old medical student, writer and peace advocate from Finland. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view […]
Empowering Women Leadership in Global Health: A Catalyst for Progress
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Inesh Vij from MSAI India, a Local officer for Public Health (LPO) 2022-2024. The writer is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s […]
Empowering women in healthcare of 2024
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Fatima Ildirimzade, graduate of Baku Modern International School. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on the topic, nor […]
The Empowerment of Women Leadership in Global Health
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Daniela Barra and Ms. Inês Arnaud Dias, medical students at the University of Lisbon, in Portugal. They are affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writers and do not […]
Women’s role in global health: just like Elizabeth Blackwell
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Chada Echcherif El Kettani, a 3rd year medical student in the faculty of medicine, pharmacy and dentistry of Fez, Morocco. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the […]
Solar panels, electric cars and microchips: the beginning of an EU trade war against China?
It looks like 2024 is set to be a year of EU probes and tariffs against Chinese companies. In February, the EU in its 13th package of sanctions against Russia included a few Chinese firms with the allegation they help Russia in its war with Ukraine. Last month, the EU announced that it has found […]
The Legacy of Ruth Nussenzweig and Female Empowerment in Global Health
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Antonio Jonas Matos, a medical student at the Federal University of Ceará, Brazil. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s […]
The Empowerment of Women Leadership in Global Health
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Anthony Collins, a fifth year Medical Student from UWI Mona in Kingston, Jamaica. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s […]
