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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.

US raises interest rates, UBS takes over Credit Suisse, and other economy stories you need to read this week

Top economy stories: US raises interest rates by 0.25 percentage points; UBS takes over Credit Suisse; IMF board approves $3 billion Sri Lanka bailout.

What is a rolling recession? And are we in one right now?

The phrase rolling recession is being used to describe the current economic situation, particularly in the United States. But what exactly does it mean?

The trilemma facing the energy industry and how it's dealing with it 

The energy industry faces 3 challenges, the war in Ukraine has put energy security in the spotlight; coal output is rising and energy prices have gone up.

UN 2023 Water Conference: 3 ways to speed progress for water by 2030

As the UN 2023 Water Conference ties up, a water policy expert shares what's needed to push forward progress, including maximising existing funding and sharing best practices from bold projects in place.

How 'water for all' is good for business, not just a moral imperative

Businesses have a key role in achieving water security by harnessing investment, knowledge, skills, expertise and partnerships to restore infrastructure.

Polar regions are our insurance policy against runaway climate change. Here's why

What are the North and South Poles telling us – and what does it mean for the rest of the world?

Why brands must make reusable packaging a commercial priority

The adoption of reusable packaging is no longer just an environmental imperative, but a necessity for brands to maintain a profitable business.

Biology and data science are on a collision course. Here’s what you need to know

The benefits that arise from biological and data science converging could be shared with the many or held by the few if we don't think and act carefully.

Representation matters, but it's knowledge input that really matters

Indigenous approaches to representation place emphasis on giving voice to the knowledge held by communities and scalability through knowledge sharing.

10 entrepreneurs on what inspired them to tackle water insecurity

10 'aquapreneurs' on why they embarked on a start-up journey for water security, and how their innovations are having a positive impact on people and the planet.

Here's how air pollution increases COVID risk

It's widely known that air pollution has harmful effects on the environment and human health, but new research suggests it may also influence COVID-19 risk.