This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Sadie Creese, Professor of Cybersecurity, University of Oxford There are now many new AI-specific risks.Whenever we observe a new technology trend, we can expect harm potential to arise and opportunities for threats to monetize our use of technology.This […]Why we need cybersecurity of AI: ethics and responsible innovation
December 6, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Sadie Creese, Professor of Cybersecurity, University of Oxford There are now many new AI-specific risks.Whenever we observe a new technology trend, we can expect harm potential to arise and opportunities for threats to monetize our use of technology.This […]Domestic Violence and the Role of Healthcare System
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Michel Alagha, a dedicated and driven fifth year medical student at the University of Balamand, Lebanon. 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 […]Commission proposes 166 cross-border energy projects for EU support to help deliver the European Green Deal
November 28, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission is taking another step to make the EU’s energy system fit for the future by adopting the first list of Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs) that is fully in line with the European Green Deal. […]The Vital Role of Healthcare in Tackling Domestic Violence
November 23, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Alexandre Borges Filho is a Brazilian 24-year-old medical student. 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 view on the topic, […]Parliament approves EU-New Zealand free trade agreement
November 22, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Trade deal sets out unique sanctionable commitments on climate and labour standards EU geographical indications protected Creates opportunities for EU firms to enter procurement market on equal footing with local businesses The Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will remove 100% of New Zealand tariffs on EU […]China’s Belt and Road Initiative turns 10. Here’s what to know
November 22, 2023 by 3 Comments
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Spencer Feingold, Digital Editor, World Economic Forum This fall marks ten years since Chinese President Xi Jinping announced the Belt and Road Initiative, the vast infrastructure project that China devised to boost trade and connectivity across Asia, Europe […]Global economic growth to slow in 2024, and other economics news to read this week
November 20, 2023 by 1 Comment
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 1. Global economic growth will slow in 2024, say banks Global economic growth will slow even more in 2024 due to high interest rates, increased energy prices and a slowdown in the […]Autumn 2023 Economic Forecast: A modest recovery ahead after a challenging year
November 16, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European economy has lost momentum this year against the background of a high cost of living, weak external demand and monetary tightening. While economic activity is expected to gradually recover going forward, the European Commission’s Autumn Forecast revises EU GDP growth down compared […]EU and Neighbourhood countries commit to enhanced fisheries management control in the Mediterranean and Black Sea
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Among the main measures, the EU and neighbouring countries agreed within the General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM) to launch new tools to keep track of the activities of all fleets fishing in the Mediterranean and the Black Seas and sharing the various […]Political advertising: deal on new measures to crack down on abuse
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Monday evening, EU co-legislators reached a provisional deal on new rules to make election and referenda campaigns more transparent and resistant to interference. The new rules will regulate political advertisements, notably online ads, while also providing for a framework for political actors to […]Greening Research Work: Practical Tips for Minimizing Waste and Promoting Sustainability
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sadia Khalid, early-stage researcher (ESRs), medical writer and research engineer at Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech), 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 writer and do […]Generative AI holds great potential for those with disabilities – but it needs policy to shape it
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Yonah Welker, Explorer and Board Member – EU Commission projects, Yonah.org Generative AI-based systems can support people with disabilities by fueling existing assistive technology ecosystems and robotics, learning, accommodation and accessibility solutions. Ultimately, Generative AI can empower broader […]Why El Niño and global warming could make for a turbulent winter
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Andrea Willige, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda “Little boy” – it’s an innocuous name for a phenomenon that affects our weather as fundamentally as El Niño does. The climate pattern is already particularly strong, but is predicted to intensify […]World’s first flying taxi, and other technology stories you need 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: Sebastian Buckup, Head of Network and Partnerships, Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum 1. World’s first flying taxi cleared for take-off A start-up in China has received the first certificate of airworthiness for an autonomous flying […]Big central banks pause interest rate rises, and other economics news 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: Ian Shine, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda 1. Big central banks pause interest rate rises The world’s three major central banks have kept their interest rates unchanged this week. The US Federal Reserve, European Central Bank (ECB) and Bank […]An interview with ChatGPT about managing the risks of generative AI
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Nelson Novaes Neto, CTO , C6 Bank, Keri Pearlson, Executive Director, Cybersecurity, MIT – Sloan School of Management Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to radically change the way we work. In some cases, it is expected […]Why we need integrated dengue management to achieve zero deaths
November 3, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Dr Goh Choo Beng, Head of Medical Affairs for India and South-East Asia, Takeda Pharmaceuticals, Prof Tikki Pangestu, Co-Chair, Asia Pacific Immunization Coalition and Visiting Professor, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore / Countries […]5 leaders and the turning points that changed their leadership approach
November 3, 2023 by 2 Comments
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Linda Lacina, Digital Editor, World Economic Forum, Andrea Willige, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda Sometimes a single incident can be enough to change a person’s leadership approach and journey.In its 101st edition, the World Economic Forum’s Meet the Leader […]Private markets have been the domain of institutions and the wealthy, could they open to retail investors?
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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, Community Curator, Investors Industries, World Economic Forum Institutional investors and a limited group of individuals have long enjoyed the return and diversification benefits of private markets.Retail investors should be able to share in those benefits to […]This may be the most sustainable car carrier ever built
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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 The maritime sector is responsible for almost 3% of global GHG emissions.Höegh Autoliners has designed a multi-fuel car carrier to help decarbonize shipping and its associated supply chains.It was one of the […]This new material could change how we make cement — and cut 500 million tons of emissions by 2030
October 31, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Spencer Feingold, Digital Editor, World Economic Forum. Concrete is produced on a truly enormous scale. Every year, four tonnes of concrete are produced for every person on earth — but that scale of production has a price. Cement, […]EU coordinating 6 new humanitarian aid flights for Gaza
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. A new EU aid flight has departed today from Copenhagen, carrying 51 tonnes of medicines, medical items, and education supplies on behalf of Unicef to Egypt for people in need in Gaza. The flight is part of 6 upcoming flights of the EU humanitarian […]Climate Change – The Biggest Health Threat Facing Humanity
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Rutvik Raval, a dedicated medical officer and BJ Medical College alumnus from Gujarat, India. 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 writers and do not […]Frontex: MEPs want an effective border agency compliant with fundamental rights
October 27, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Scale down operations in member states where there are allegations of lack of respect of EU values Concern over the situation in Greece, Lithuania and Hungary MEPs acknowledge managerial changes but call for more to ensure transparency and respect of EU principles The Civil […]Discrimination in Medical Education: An Ongoing Hurdle Towards Equality and Quality Care
October 24, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Anushree Burade, a final year medical student from ESIC Medical College, Bangalore, India. 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 writers and do not necessarily […]Climate Change – The Biggest Health Threat Facing Humanity
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Mai AbouShloua, a second-year medical student in Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AASTMT), Egypt. 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 […]4 next-generation leaders on the power of collaboration and community
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Stéphanie Thomson, Writer, Forum Agenda The Forum of Young Global Leaders is a community of next-generation leaders acting as a force for good. The community has helped launch initiatives that address challenges as diverse as air pollution and […]Commission fines pharma companies €13,4 million in antitrust cartel settlement
October 20, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has fined Alkaloids of Australia, Alkaloids Corporation, Boehringer, Linnea and Transo-Pharm a total of €13,4 million for participating in a cartel concerning an important pharmaceutical ingredient. C2 PHARMA was not fined as it revealed the cartel to the Commission under the […]Wars surrounding Europe exposed EU’s Impotence in Hard Power Matters
October 20, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by one of our passionate writers, Mr. Alexandros K. Liakopoulos. The opinions expressed within reflect only the writer’s views and not necessarily The European Sting’s position on the issue. As war surrounds Europe, expanding and deepening day-by-day, the EU proves incapable to cope with the situation. Its impotence […]EU budget 2024: addressing next year’s challenges through mid-term revision
October 18, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Parliament’s position on the 2024 EU budget adopted ahead of negotiations with member states MEPs’ stance aligns with the proposed mid-term revision of the EU’s long-term budget Essential funding restored for key programmes cut by EU governments Significant increases for research, Erasmus+, climate action, […]Commission carries out unannounced antitrust inspections in the construction chemicals sector
October 18, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission is carrying out unannounced antitrust inspections at the premises of companies active in the construction chemicals sector in several Member States. The Commission has concerns that the inspected companies may have violated EU antitrust rules that prohibit cartels and restrictive business […]Israel-Palestine Conflict 2023: A Sobering Reflection on the Consequences of War
October 18, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by one of our world changing doctors, Dr. Jingle Thomas, a final-year medical student (intern year) at Al-Ameen Medical College, Vijayapura, India. The opinions expressed within reflect only the writer’s views and not necessarily The European Sting’s position on the issue. It was October 7th, 2023, when a […]The Relationship between Climate Change and Human Well-being: Tackling One Positively Impacts on the Other
October 17, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Laura Maisvoreva, a young medical student aspiring to make a meaningful change in the Zimbabwean Healthcare system,. 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 […]
