Emerging Technologies
3 of the biggest issues for AI that will set the agenda at Davos 2024
AI’s impact on our lives looks set to be a hot topic at the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting 2024. Here are some of the key themes to be discussed.
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AI will be a hot topic at Davos 2024 – here’s what the experts are saying
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Industries in Depth
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Jobs and the Future of Work
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Energy Transition
The wind power industry is facing major cost headwinds. What's going on (and what can be done)?
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Nature and Biodiversity
Heat-related deaths could increase four-fold by mid-century, and other nature and climate stories you need to read this week
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Nature and Biodiversity
What role do trees really play in fighting climate change? An expert explains
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Energy Transition
Energy transition: Which countries are making most progress in 2023 – and which have more work to do?
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Sustainable Development
This is who won Prince William's Earthshot Prize 2023
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Nature and Biodiversity
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