Emerging Technologies
The US is drafting new laws to protect against AI-generated deepfakes
The US Federal Trade Commission is drafting new laws that would criminalize the use of artificial intelligence to produce and share harmful deepfake content.
Most Popular
The ozone layer is on the right path to recovery: Here's how the world made it happen
The ozone layer protects us from harmful ultraviolet rays from the sun. Historic pollution caused a hole in the ozone layer which is gradually shrinking
Financial and Monetary Systems
Does 'universal basic income' work? These countries are putting it to the test
Trials of universal basic income schemes are being run in England and Wales to assess the impact on the lives of those receiving unconditional payments.
市民科学者による驚くべき発見
人類初期の文字体系が、アマチュアの考古学者によって解読されました。 ヨーロッパにある氷河期時代の洞窟壁画に見られる図形が、太陰暦であったことを発見したのです。 市民科学者は、さまざまな研究プロジェクトに多大な支援を提供しています。
Emerging Technologies
The golden age of AI: Why ChatGPT is just the start
AI, machine learning and big-data models are here to stay and will transform our future. Haptik CEO Aakrit Vaish explains why they are more opportunity than threat.
Food and Water
Ucrania: El impacto global de la guerra un año después
Un año después de la invasión rusa de Ucrania, persiste la crisis humanitaria, mientras el aumento de los costes de la energía y los alimentos amenaza los medios de subsistencia de millon...
Health and Healthcare Systems
The world’s leading COVID-19 tracker is closing down – here's why
The Coronavirus Resource Center developed by Johns Hopkins University is being wound down. It was a vital global resource during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Food and Water
1 year on - the global impact of the war in Ukraine
A year after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a humanitarian crisis persists, while soaring energy and food costs threaten the livelihoods of millions of people.
Climate Action
気候変動への適応に貢献する3つの技術
気候変動への適応が喫緊の課題となる中、その推進のカギを握る存在として新しいテクノロジーが注目を集めています。 例えば、山火事を検知して周辺地域に早期に警告するシステムには、AIが利用されています。 洪水に関する詳細な警報情報を提供するグーグルのサービスには、人工衛星と機械学習が使われています。
3 incredible examples of citizen science in action
Citizen scientists have made discoveries including decoding a lunar calendar hidden in ancient cave paintings, and tracking down a satellite lost in space.
Nature and Biodiversity
50% of the global economy is under threat from biodiversity loss
Human activity is destroying biodiversity faster than ever before. 5 key transformations can save the natural world and boost GDP by trillions of dollars.
Health and Healthcare Systems
3 cosas que el mundo está haciendo para prepararse para la próxima pandemia
Tras el impacto sin precedentes de COVID-19, las principales organizaciones están trabajando para que el mundo esté mejor capacitado a lidiar con las crisis sanitarias.
Climate Action
3 ways technology is helping the world adapt to climate change
Advanced digital technology helps us come to terms with the effects of climate change, protecting people and property from extreme weather-related events.
Health and Healthcare Systems
3 things the world is doing to prepare for the next pandemic
After the unprecedented impact of COVID-19, leading organizations are working to ensure the world is better prepared for the next pandemic.
Global Risks
We’re on the brink of a ‘polycrisis’ – how worried should we be?
Interconnected risks and growing uncertainty raise the potential for a global ‘polycrisis’ which would undermine our ability to manage future shocks.