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Making money in an automated world. The 4IR is redefining the economy.
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Capitalism in the UK. It’s especially extreme, a new report says.
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The circular economy for the holidays. Shoppers embrace secondhand gifts.
Economists have been too optimistic. The costs of climate change.
How to respond to capitalism’s excesses. Interview with Forum president Børge Brende. (Asahi Shimbun)
Los Angeles and Forum launch new initiative on urban air mobility. (Avionics International)
Will smart machines kill jobs or create better ones? Cites Forum research. (Washington Post)
Can movies save the world? Discusses new documentary on the Forum. (Deutsche Welle)
Brazil collaborating with Forum on Industry 4.0. (Manufacturers’ Monthly)
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