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Beyond Geopolitics
7 views on how technology will shape geopolitics
Members of the World Economic Forum Global Future Council on Geopolitics discuss the biggest impact technology will have on geopolitics in the coming year.
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The rise in automation and what it means for the future
Automation expand in multiple industries, and although concerns remain about its impact on workforces, its impact on telecoms could be significant.
Big Data
6 ways data sharing can shape a better future
From tackling hunger and rare diseases to smart cities, a new report outlines how responsible data sharing can solve critical issues for a better world.
Cities and Urbanization
Toyota is building a 175-acre smart city at the foot of Mount Fuji – here’s a sneak preview
What do the cities of the future look like? Toyota's "Woven City" gives us a glimpse into an AI and robotics powered future.
Forests
These 3 start-ups are bringing cutting-edge tech to forest restoration
From algorithms and AI to drones and data, here are some of the innovative solutions being deployed to slow the annual global loss of 15 billion trees.
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Futurism is a means to see beyond COVID-19. Here's how to time travel
Leaders need tools to plan ahead. These three steps, borrowed from futurists, can help anyone predict trends and plan accordingly.
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A fairer world requires fairer tech. Here’s why
Leaders have a responsibility to question how tech is designed and developed. They can scale more than just solutions - they can scale an approach to a fairer, more responsible world.
Artificial Intelligence
This soft, dragonfly-shaped robot could help resolve environmental issues
Scientists have created an entirely soft robot called DraBot which is shaped like a dragonfly, is electronics-free and reacts to environmental conditions.
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How virtual worlds could soon become essential training tools
The World Health Organization has developed its Learning Academy, using 360 cameras to make 3D models of emergency departments and save virtual lives.
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3 critical challenges for governing digitalization
We must challenge the irresponsible use of technology undermining our societies and democracies by prioritizing tech governance through these approaches.
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Is this the future of value creation through ICT?
COVID-19 is a watershed moment in ICT. The private sector must harness optimized data to create value and sustainable smart solutions to benefit humankind.
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What if we get tech right?
Experts, including members of the Global Future Council, share views on how governance can ensure emerging tech unlocks growth opportunities and serves society as a whole.
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6 ways social innovators are harnessing 4IR technologies for social change
From transforming healthcare to providing 1 billion people with a digital identity, here's how social entrepreneurs are solving our biggest challenges.
Internet of Things
What is the Internet of Things?
COVID-19 has accelerated the use of IoT technologies, from contact tracing and fitness trackers to ‘smart homes’. But questions around governance remain.
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3 ways to make technologies more inclusive for people with disabilities
From colour contrast, to screen reader facilities, inclusive user interfaces are key to mobile-enabled services.