This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Robert Muggah, Co-founder, SecDev Group and Co-founder, Igarapé Institute Decision-makers are dusting off their international relations textbooks to make sense of our increasingly disorderly world. Some analysts suggest we’re already locked into Cold War 2.0 – pitting the US and its […]Why geopolitics matters more than ever in a multipolar world
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Robert Muggah, Co-founder, SecDev Group and Co-founder, Igarapé Institute Decision-makers are dusting off their international relations textbooks to make sense of our increasingly disorderly world. Some analysts suggest we’re already locked into Cold War 2.0 – pitting the US and its […]UK leaves recession with fastest growth in 3 years, and other economics stories to read
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Kate Whiting, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda 1. UK’s economy grows at fastest pace in 3 years The UK has emerged from recession with its fastest economic growth in almost three years, as GDP increased by 0.6% in the first quarter of […]Why realism is key as we balance the energy transition with global growth
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Fahad Al-Dhubaib, Senior Vice-President, Strategy and Market Analysis, Aramco The global energy transition has reached a critical juncture. Increasingly, we are observing a reassessment of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions targets as more nations enter periods of economic growth and […]AI is changing the shape of leadership – how can business leaders prepare?
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Ana Paula Assis, Chairman, Europe, Middle East and Africa, IBM From the shop floor to the boardroom, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in the business landscape, granting organizations the power to revolutionize processes and ramp […]Geopolitical rivalries are costly for global businesses. Here’s why – and what’s at stake
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Spencer Feingold, Digital Editor, Public Engagement, World Economic Forum International trade is under extraordinary pressure, experts warn, as crises ranging from continued supply chain disruptions to heightened geopolitical rivalries compound stains on the global economy. Moreover, the merits of […]Spatial computing: Why the future of the internet is 3D
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Robin Pomeroy, Podcast Editor, World Economic Forum, Sophia Akram, Writer, Forum Agenda “I give it about two years to get mass adoption but what Apple has done is laid the groundwork to get us all used to the fact that […]What are hyperspectral imaging satellites – and how can they help combat climate change?
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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 Trees, paints, cars, textiles and all other objects have a unique spectral fingerprint which enables satellite-bound advanced hyperspectral imaging systems to distinguish between them. “So what?” you may say. Take a tree, for example. […]How renewable energy serves as a catalyst to broader social change
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Jennifer Rosen, Solutions Insights Lab Research Manager, Solutions Journalism Network Renewable energy solutions mitigate climate change and promote a healthier environment and they often serve as catalysts for broader social change. From fostering innovation and job creation to promoting […]Reflections from MENA at the #SpecialMeeting24
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Maroun Kairouz, Head of Middle East and North Africa, World Economic Forum Khalil Gibran, a poet from my own village, once said, “Progress lies not in enhancing what is, but in advancing towards what will be.” Today, the […]Why investing in people is essential to revive growth: Key quotes from leaders at the #SpecialMeeting24
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Gayle Markovitz, Acting Head, Written and Audio Content, World Economic Forum, Kate Whiting, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is widely touted to bring productivity gains that could drive economic growth. But those gains will only […]How midwife mentors are making it safer for women to give birth in remote, fragile areas
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Anna Cecilia Frellsen, Chief Executive Officer, Maternity Foundation Imagine being a midwife in a remote, fragile context, like the Afar region in Ethiopia. This hot, low-land and desert like area has been affected by conflict, driving up the […]How immersive technology is helping us and our leaders engage in climate dialogue
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Flora McCrone, Lead, Immersive Interactions, Centre for Nature and Climate, World Economic Forum Geneva, Jemilah Mahmood, Executive Director, Sunway Centre for Planetary Health, Sunway University Changes wrought on our climate by human activity are starting to take their […]Age diversity will define the workforce of the future. Here’s why
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Susan Taylor Martin, Chief Executive Officer, BSI In recent decades, the prevailing expectation has been that careers span between 30 and 40 years, with people retiring in their 60s. That no longer holds true. Work is changing. Not […]Funding the green technology innovation pipeline: Lessons from China
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Sha Song, Partnership Specialist, China Climate Action, World Economic Forum According to the most recent IPCC report, we have hit a global record for greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) by pumping out 57.4 gigatonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent into […]4 ways the climate crisis could be coming for your income
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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 How would you feel if your salary was about to be cut by 20%? You may be about to find out, since climate change will cost us almost a fifth of our […]These are the top ranking universities in Asia for 2024
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Phil Baty, Chief Global Affairs Officer, Times Higher Education Education, science and technology are core catalysts powering the “Asian Century” – and as we approach the first quarter of this much-heralded geopolitical era, a new data analysis of […]How a pair of reading glasses could increase your income
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Emma Charlton, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda Reading glasses can change lives – and many of us have already experienced their power. Whether it’s being able to read, watch TV or drive a car, we can all think of […]G7 countries agree phaseout for unabated coal power – and other top energy stories
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Roberto Bocca, Head, Centre for Energy and Materials; Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum 1. G7 nations agree 2035 coal exit Energy ministers from the G7 nations have signed a deal to end the use of […]5 ways to make the transition to Generative AI a success for your business
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Ana Kreacic, Chief Operating Officer of the Oliver Wyman Forum and Chief Knowledge Officer, Oliver Wyman, Michael Zeltkevic, Managing Partner and Global Head of Capabilities, Oliver Wyman Business leaders are devoting enormous amounts of capital and leadership attention […]Globally young people are investing more than ever, but do they have the best tools to do so?
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Hallie Spear, Specialist, Capital Markets and Resilience Initiatives, World Economic Forum The financial landscape is more complex than ever before. In the past forty years, individuals have increasingly felt compelled to financially prepare themselves for different life stages. […]G7 agrees to phase out use of unabated coal power plants, and other nature and climate stories you need to read this week
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Meg Jones, Writer, Forum Agenda 1. G7 agrees to phase out use of unabated coal power plants by 2035 Energy and climate ministers from the G7 group have agreed to phase out the use of coal power where […]Money matters: Your guide to financial literacy
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Meagan Andrews, Lead, Capital Markets Initiatives, World Economic Forum, Haleh Nazeri, Lead, Longevity Economy, World Economic Forum The world of finance can be a complex place, but it’s important to develop a basic understanding of the influential role […]UK proposal to ban smartphones for kids, and other technology stories you need to know
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Cathy Li, Head, AI, Data and Metaverse; Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum Geneva 1. UK considers under-16s ban on smartphones Under-16s may soon be prohibited from purchasing smartphones in the UK. A government proposal to […]The hidden 85%: How to make hydrogen cost-effective
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Ted McKlveen, Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer, Verne, Bav Roy, Co-founder & Chief Operating Officer, Verne Hydrogen is the most promising solution to decarbonize several difficult-to-decarbonize sectors, including steel production (8% of global carbon dioxide, or CO2, emissions) […]Earth observation will unlock huge economic and climate value for these 6 industries by 2030
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Brett Loubert, US Principal and Deloitte Space Leader, Deloitte, Bridget Fawcett, Head, Sustainability and Corporate Transitions, Investment Banking, Citi, Helen Burdett, Head, Technology for Earth, World Economic Forum Every day, more than one thousand satellites capture detailed images […]How to successfully orchestrate collective action
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Khushboo Awasthi Kumari, Evangelist, Designer, Punjab Education Collective, Tasso Azevedo, Founder and General Coordinator, MapBiomas, Danya Pastuszek, Co-Chief Executive Officer, Tamarack Institute for Community Engagement Societal challenges like climate change, quality education and inequities, among others, loom large […]A seven-point guide to getting the net zero transition on track
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Mekala Krishnan, Senior Fellow, McKinsey Global Institute, McKinsey & Company, Humayun Tai, Senior Partner, Electric Power & Natural Gas, McKinsey & Company The refrain has become disturbingly familiar: though there has been meaningful momentum, the net-zero transition is […]4 key trends driving private market impact funds: One CEO explains
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Michael Eisenberg, Fellow, Sustainable Investing, World Economic Forum, Zlatan Plakalo, Lead, Global Industries Team, World Economic Forum The impact fund market is at an interesting inflection point. As pointed out in a recent World Economic Forum whitepaper, over […]5 ways businesses can help to alleviate poverty
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Sreevas Sahasranamam, Professor, Adam Smith Business School, University of Glasgow, Vivek Soundararajan, Professor, School of Management, University of Bath At least 1.1 billion people globally are currently experiencing poverty, many in low- and middle-income countries. Recent research suggests […]Leveraging technology and innovation to transform food systems
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Reese EpperMaster’s student | Mineral and Energy Economics program, Colorado School of MinesBrad HandlernResearcher and Program Lead, Sustainable Finance Lab, Payne Institute for Public Policy, Colorado School of Mines,Morgan Bazilian, Director, Professor of Public Policy, Payne Institute for […]Why shifting from prediction to foresight can help us plan for future disruption
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Roger Spitz, President of Techistential (Climate & Strategic Foresight) and Chair, Disruptive Futures Institute, San Francisco As the complexities of our world grow, the inherent uncertainty of the future intensifies. In 1982, John Naisbitt defined megatrends as large, […]How communities can step up to provide long-term care for the world’s ageing population
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Prakash Tyagi, Founder-Director, GRAVIS Hospital; Executive Director, GRAVIS All over the world, people are leading longer lives. This increased life expectancy is one of the great success stories of human development. Advancements in medical sciences and public health […]Cybersecurity lessons from Latin America’s battle against ransomware threats
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Belisario Contreras, Senior Director, Global Security and Technology Strategy, Venable Latin American nations are intensifying their efforts to combat the growing threat of ransomware attacks, showcasing a defensive stance and a proactive approach to enhancing cyber resilience and […]
