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Technological Transformation
How has technology changed - and changed us - in the past 20 years?
From smartphones to social media and healthcare, here's a brief history of the ways in which technology has transformed our lives in the past 20 years.
Africa
This strategy can help Africa rapidly finance its economic recovery
Asset recycling, continued digitalization, and stronger regional integration can help ensure that Africa is strong enough to fight back.
China
How China's digital farmers can grow a post-COVID-19 future
Mobile internet access and ecommerce has brought jobs to rural regions, opened new markets for farmers and transformed traditional agricultural models.
Education and Skills
Writing by hand makes children better at learning, study says
Writing, as opposed to typing, has been shown to improve memory and learning capacity, yet in some countries it’s being phased out in favour of digital skills.
COVID-19
Young people in ASEAN have emerged from lockdowns more resilient and digitally switched on. Here’s how
Amidst lockdown in Southeast Asia, teens have used their spare time to learn digital skills in social media, online education and e-commerce buying.
Digital Communications
These places have the fastest (and slowest) internet speeds
Some of Europe’s smallest territories have the fastest internet access, with Liechtenstein coming out top - but there is a growing digital divide when it comes to high-speed broadband.
Arts and Culture
The history of the 5 billion emojis used every single day
2020 saw the release of 117 new emojis, bringing the total up to 3,136, and by 2021 this figure is set to grow to 3,353.
Digital Economy and New Value Creation
This pacific island is starting a digital revolution
Digital Communications
8 ways to vastly improve your communication skills
A new study by the University of Chicago Booth School of Business found we are no better communicating with people we know than we are with strangers.
Technological Transformation
This Pacific island is working towards a digital revolution
E-commerce and better mobile communications could transform Papua New Guinea, under plans supported by the World Economic Forum.
Tech for Good
This technology is offering a completely new way to monitor sleep
This wireless device, called BodyCompass, captures sleep data without using cameras or body sensors and could aid patients with Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, or bedsores.
Africa
Africa's digital platforms boomed during the pandemic - and could be here to stay
Digital services have proved invaluable during the pandemic in Africa, helping to provide social assistance where needed.
SDI2020
Tech for Good: What are the challenges in making technology and digitization more sustainable?
Technology can create opportunity – or exacerbate inequality. Responsible governance and inclusivity can ensure innovation helps us meet the SDG targets.
Advanced Manufacturing and Production
These 7 tech investments are critical to building ‘intelligent factories’ after COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic disrupted manufacturing around the world. These cutting-edge technologies could future-proof factories before the next shock.
Emerging Technologies
Here are 4 technology trends from emerging economies
Emerging economies are innovating in ways that are new and unconventional, shaping the digital future for us all. These are the top four developments to watch.