‘One Less Car’: How this country is encouraging green mobility
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Anna Paula Brito, Head of Sustainability Strategy, Uber Australia & New Zealand People love their cars in countries like Australia. The private vehicle dominates the transport landscape, with 72% of mobility trips taking place in a car, significantly […]
Global financial stability at risk due to cyber threats, IMF warns. Here’s what to know
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, Johnny Wood, Writer, Forum Agenda Global financial stability is under threat from the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks, according to a new report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The […]
‘Shrinking in size, but not in price’ – Everything you need to know about ‘shrinkflation’
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 “A bag of chips has fewer chips, but they’re still charging us just as much.” That’s the President of the United States slamming companies for engaging in “shrinkflation”, widely reported earlier this year. And President […]
UK leaves recession with fastest growth in 3 years, and other economics stories to read
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 […]
Geopolitical rivalries are costly for global businesses. Here’s why – and what’s at stake
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 […]
4 ways the climate crisis could be coming for your income
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 […]
Money matters: Your guide to financial literacy
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 […]
How can GenAI be optimized for people and processes?
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: May Habib, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Writer AI Generative AI (GenAI) innovations are coming fast and furious. Progress is happening at such a rapid pace that the barriers to entry — and adoption — are falling away, and […]
This is how AI can empower women and achieve gender equality, according to the founder of Girls Who Code and Moms First
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 For many working parents across the globe, the costs of childcare are so high, it can actually be unaffordable to go to work. In the UK, almost half of parents have gone into debt […]
AI is changing the shape of leadership – how can business leaders prepare?
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 […]
Spatial computing: Why the future of the internet is 3D
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 […]
5 ways to make the transition to Generative AI a success for your business
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 […]
UK proposal to ban smartphones for kids, and other technology stories you need to know
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 […]
‘One Less Car’: How this country is encouraging green mobility
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Anna Paula Brito, Head of Sustainability Strategy, Uber Australia & New Zealand People love their cars in countries like Australia. The private vehicle dominates the transport landscape, with 72% of mobility trips taking place in a car, significantly […]
Undermining the one-China principle will lead to serious tensions in East Asia
The US interference more than often leads to geopolitical tensions and that’s a historical fact. It seems now the world’s greatest power wants to interfere strongly with Taiwan. Taiwan, a whole different story Although the US likes to interfere in anything with a pulse, Taiwan is no Ukraine and will never be. To begin with, […]
Scale matters more than ever for European competitiveness. Here’s why
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Sven Smit, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company, Jan Mischke, Partner, McKinsey Global Institute Enrico Letta’s report on the single market, presented to the European Council recently, comes at a time when Europe is wrestling with competitiveness in a […]
The economic challenges and opportunities for MENA, according to experts at #SpecialMeeting24
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 “Peace and stability are indispensable for economic growth, but if we wait for peace and stability in our part of the world, we could be waiting for a long time.” So said Ahmed […]
Global trade could more than double in 2024. Here’s why
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 Global trade is set to increase by more than two-fold this year, driven by low inflation and a booming US economy. That’s according to the three major international economic organizations – the […]
Beyond Boundaries: Women’s Leadership in Global Health Transformation
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. ZainEdeen Zyadah, a dynamic 19-year-old Palestinian 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, nor […]
Women and their empowerment in global health leadership
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Uwase Ange Noella, medical student at the University of Rwanda. 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 […]
Spatial computing: Why the future of the internet is 3D
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 […]
President Xi’s European tours in France, Serbia and Hungary: China’s official last call to EU to ditch trade war parroting and come to its senses?
After five years China’s President Xi Jinping seized the momentum for a European tour, amidst tough trade tensions with the EU and a turbulent global scence. Why now? First, a major anti-subsidy EU probe against Chinese electric cars is being cooked by Brussels in the coming weeks or so. Actually, the deadline for the EU […]
Funding the green technology innovation pipeline: Lessons from China
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 […]
Women and their empowerment in global health leadership
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sophia Aguja, a 22-year-old medical student at the Faculty of Medicine of Universidad San Carlos de Guatemala. 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 […]
Empowering Women Leadership in Global Health: A Catalyst for Progress
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Dr. Tinatin Kutchukhidze from Georgia, MD, a distinguished Princess Diana Award laureate of 2023, presently immersed in a rigorous Gynecology and Obstetrics residency. 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 […]
Following her footsteps: female representation in global health matters
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sophia Aguja, a 22-year-old medical student at the Faculty of Medicine of Universidad San Carlos de Guatemala. 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 […]
Strides Taken, Miles to Go: Empowering Women in Global Health Leadership
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Samaa Tarek Hassan, an MBBS student at Mansoura University, 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 not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s view on the […]
Breaking Barriers: Empowering Women’s Leadership in Global Health
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 […]
Empowering Women in Healthcare: Dismantling Systemic Biases and Advancing Leadership
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 […]
Empowering Women’s Leadership in Global Health: Addressing Barriers and Driving Impact
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 […]
