This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Douglas Broom, Senior Writer, Formative Content Most people think COVID-19 can never be eradicated, according to a new global survey.But opinion remains sharply divided about compulsory vaccination.There are also mixed views on whether people should be vaccinated to […]Will we have to live with COVID-19 forever?
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Douglas Broom, Senior Writer, Formative Content Most people think COVID-19 can never be eradicated, according to a new global survey.But opinion remains sharply divided about compulsory vaccination.There are also mixed views on whether people should be vaccinated to […]Women’s financial literacy benefits us all — here’s how
February 24, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Mazamesso Assih, Minister, Togo Ministry for Financial Inclusion and the Informal Sector African women face obstacles to starting and growing businesses that must be overcome to ensure equitable growth76% of Africans, many of them women, see entrepreneurship as […]4 things you need to know about the metaverse this week
February 24, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Simon Torkington, Senior Writer, Formative Content This regular roundup brings you a selection of the latest news and updates on the development of the metaverse. Below you’ll find insights and opinions on how this emerging technology could transform […]3 ways the circular economy is vital for the energy transition
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: James Pennington, Associate Director, Circular Economy Lead, Deloitte Reaching net-zero goals is a massive undertaking, requiring an urgent systems-wide change in how we live and work.Making the needed changes at speed to support the energy transition is possible […]From BRICS to OASES: a global platform for small economies on the international arena
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Yaroslav Lissovolik,Head, Analytical Division, Global Markets Department (CIB), Sberbank Rather than largest economies forming the vanguard of global governance, there could be role for smaller economies that show success in economic policies and international mediation.Collectively these countries can […]These are the world’s top cities. Which one ranked highest for the 10th year running?
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Douglas Broom, Senior Writer, Formative Content London has been named the world’s most “magnetic” city for the 10th year in a row.It held on to the top spot despite Brexit and COVID-19.But there are challengers, with Madrid entering […]IoT security: How we are keeping consumers safe from cyber threats
February 23, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. The lack of consensus around consumer IoT standards has raised concerns about security, privacy, interoperability, and equity.A multistakeholder coalition worked together to agree on IoT security requirements for consumer-facing devices.More than 100 organizations are calling on some of the […]3 ways technology can enhance training for unconnected farmers
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Dave Hale, Director of TechnoServe Labs, TechnoServe The scope and scale of digital transformation has meant that remote training is being increasingly adopted.Levelling the playing field for unconnected farmers to access training tools can be done by digitally […]How digital payments are enabling a shift away from the cash economy
February 23, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Justine McIntyre, Public Relations Advisor, PemPem In Indonesia, a majority of transactions between smallholder producers and buyers are still carried out with cash payments.This is risky as it makes all stakeholders vulnerable to errors, fraud and theft.UpLink Top […]Air pollution can increase the threat posed by COVID-19
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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, Formative Content The World Health Organization has declared air pollution a major public health emergency, saying it causes millions of premature deaths each year.Breathing toxic air can lead to a compromised immune system and increased […]COVID-19 hit the creative industries particularly hard. How can they be supported in future?
February 22, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Kayleigh Bateman, Senior Writer, Formative Content Ten million creative jobs have been lost because of the pandemic.Digital revenues fail to make up for losses from live events.UNESCO calls for changes to better support the cultural sectors in future.Better […]This year, Indonesian businesses are ready to deliver on COP26’s climate commitments
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Gianfranco Casati, Group Chief Executive, Accenture’s Growth Markets, Anindya Novyan Bakrie, CEO of Bakrie & Brothers; Chairman of the Supervisory Boardat Indonesia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) and B20 2022 International Advocacy Caucus Member As part of […]How low-earth orbit satellite technology can connect the unconnected
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Claudia Marquina, Specialist, Strategic Communications, World Economic Forum Low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites can help connect the unconnected and bridge the digital divide.The race to deploy LEO satellite constellations is increasingly competitive and will require multi-stakeholder cooperation to deliver […]What do employees want most from their work life in 2022?
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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, Formative Content The growth of remote working is causing many employees to rethink how they approach their work day.Workers are looking to their employer to prioritize wellbeing and purpose.Flexible working conditions, work-life balance and skills […]Health: What are green prescriptions and which countries offer them?
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Douglas Broom, Senior Writer, Formative Content Recovering from the physical and mental-health effects of COVID-19 will take more than regular medicine alone.This is why doctors around the world are giving patients ‘green prescriptions’ to spend more time in […]How to heat up – and cool down – climate innovation
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Dave Regnery, Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Trane Technologies Heating and cooling technology for buildings create around 15% of global carbon emissions, while food loss adds 10%, according to research.New technologies that are helping to decarbonize these areas […]Ocean plastic pollution threatens marine extinction says new study
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Douglas Broom, Senior Writer, Formative Content Ocean plastic pollution is set to grow fourfold by 2050, says a new report.And there may be 50 times more microplastics in the sea by 2100.Plastic pollution is pushing some species to […]Why aligning global and local health needs is key to sustainable vaccine delivery
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Muhammad Ali Pate, Julio Frenk Professor of Public Health Leadership, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Developed countries have immunized over 70% of their populations against COVID-19, whilst in most African countries it’s less than 10%.This inequity […]How mandatory human rights and environmental due diligence can create a sustainable future
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Andre Hoffmann, Vice-Chairman, Roche Business has a duty to respect human rights, even when and where states waver in their responsibilities to safeguard workers, communities and our natural environment.The European Commission’s draft of standard-setting legislation on sustainable corporate […]3 ways to revolutionize workplace learning in the post-COVID economy
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Kelly Palmer, Chief Learning & Talent Officer, Degreed Half of all employees worldwide will need to be reskilled by 2025 and that’s not including those out of employment.Organizations should join the learning and development revolution in order to […]This is what the 4-day workweek means for equal rights, productivity and climate change
February 21, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Bincheng Mao, Global Shaper, Shanghai I Hub, Flexible and hybrid working styles are the new normal following the COVID-19 pandemic.Working four days a week boosts productivity and is beneficial to individuals, the environment, and the economy.A four-day workweek […]How to address Alzheimer’s disease and support healthier ageing
February 18, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: David E. Bloom, Clarence James Gamble Professor of Economics and Demography, Harvard School of Public Health, Nathaniel Counts, Senior vice president for behavioral health innovation and clinical assistant professor, Mental Health America and The Department of Psychiatry and […]What is inflation, and should we worry? An economist explains
February 18, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Robin Pomeroy, Digital Editor, World Economic Forum Inflation was low for decades in much of the developed world before COVID.A surge in demand, some problems of supply and soaring energy costs have caused a big jump in inflation […]Pharmaceuticals are present in almost all the world’s rivers, study finds
February 18, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Douglas Broom, Senior Writer, Formative Content 80% of the world’s wastewater is discharged untreated into the environment.This is resulting in the drugs we use to improve health finding their way into our rivers.The concentration of pharmaceuticals in waterways […]3 skills you need to thrive in a post-pandemic world
February 18, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Cristina Pozzi, Chief Operating Officer and Head, Content, Treccani Futura Our ability to imagine our future is based on our ability to remember the past – something which has been disrupted greatly by COVID-19.But the same factor that […]These 9 diverse innovations are paving the way for climate justice
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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 Huber, Community Success Specialist, UpLink, World Economic Forum Climate change has disproportionate impacts on disadvantaged communities.The Climate Justice Challenge on UpLink sourced innovative ideas from communities most affected by climate disasters.The selected 9 UpLink Top Innovators will […]3 ways to advance corporate diversity, equity and inclusion
February 17, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Lesley Slaton Brown, Chief Diversity Officer, HP Inc. Since 2020, employers have stepped up their efforts to advance diversity, equity and inclusion.This means empowering employees to have uncomfortable conversations, and taking active steps to increase board diversity.Experience is […]How “dig once” can democratize digital connectivity
February 16, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Corey Glickman, Global Head, Sustainability and Design Consulting Services, Infosys Reliable access to digital services should not be viewed as a privilege, but a necessity for social and economic well-being.Boosting digital connectivity requires governments, citizens, utilities and internet […]How cancer affects disadvantaged groups in the US
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Charlotte Edmond, Senior Writer, Formative Content The risk of dying from cancer in the US has fallen, but there is a disparity in health outcomes.This is caused by socioeconomic disadvantage and persistent structural racism, the American Cancer Society […]What worries the world in 2022?
February 15, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Kayleigh Bateman, Senior Writer, Formative Content The Omicron variant has pushed COVID-19 back to the top of the world’s worry list, latest Ipsos data reveals.63% of the 28 countries surveyed claim their country is heading in the wrong […]Which countries could become the world’s hydrogen superpowers?
February 15, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Johnny Wood, Writer, Formative Content Climate change and net-zero commitments are accelerating the shift from fossil fuels to alternatives such as clean hydrogen.The race is on to adopt hydrogen technologies, with some countries positioning to become tomorrow’s hydrogen […]Workplace ageism: is there privilege in being the ‘right age’?
February 15, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Sharon Raj In a world of ageing populations, extending working lives is widely viewed as an economic necessity.With up to four generations working alongside each other, organizations must ensure that their workplaces are inclusive.The LSE’s Sharon Raj says […]5 principles for partnering with communities on forest restoration
February 15, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Kahea Pacheco, Co-Director, Women’s Earth Alliance, Gill Einhorn, Head, 1t.org, World Economic Forum and Ian Gunderson, Project Specialist, 1t.org, World Economic Forum Indigenous peoples and local communities must be central to developing equitable benefit-sharing systems for forest stewardship […]
