Black women lack access to VC funding. Here's what we can do
Black businesswomen often lack access to VC funding and we need to take a proactive and sustained approach to create a more inclusive business environment.
Lindiwe Matlali
March 27, 2023
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Black women lack access to VC funding. Here's what we can do
Black businesswomen often lack access to VC funding and we need to take a proactive and sustained approach to create a more inclusive business environment.
Lindiwe Matlali
March 27, 2023
What is a country's current account balance, and is a deficit good or bad for its economy?
A country’s current account balance measures money coming in and going out. A current account deficit may sound bad, but it can indicate strong investment.
Ian Shine
March 27, 2023
Guest post: How the energy crisis is boosting heat pumps in Europe
Heat pump sales in Europe rose 38% in 2022, with running costs a big driver to switch amid rising gas prices. Public policy is also providing incentives.
Jan Rosenow and Duncan Gibb
March 27, 2023
How the pandemic accelerated digital transformation in advanced economies
Digitalization has proved to be a silver lining of the pandemic for many advanced economies, but gaps persist across countries and sectors, say researchers.
Florence Jaumotte, Myrto Oikonomou, Carlo Pizzinelli and Marina M. Tavares
March 27, 2023
What is ‘plasticosis’ and how is it affecting seabirds?
When seabirds ingest plastic, it is scarring their digestive tracts and causing what scientists call ‘plasticosis’, allowing pathogens into their bodies.
Matthew Savoca
March 27, 2023
Here's how managers choose workers for unpaid work, according to research
Managers usually ask loyal workers to do unpaid additional work. They can believe loyalty comes with a duty to make personal sacrifices for the company.
Duke University and Fuqua School of Business
March 27, 2023
Charted: Here's where people don't have access to safe drinking water
Only 25% of people globally have access to safely managed water, says the World Health Organization, making water shortages a big social and economic risk.
Clarisa Diaz
March 27, 2023
Charted: The link between unemployment and recessions
The US labour market is strong, but low unemployment can precede a recession, as this chart shows. Here's what might this mean for the country's economy.
Marcus Lu
March 27, 2023
Spain might introduce a cabinet gender equality law. What would that mean?
The Spanish government has approved a draft Equal Representation Law, that would require gender parity in cabinet roles. Here’s what you need to know.
Kate Whiting
March 27, 2023
Let's talk about 'regenerative business' not sustainability
Sustainability is finally popular in business but it could be too late to meet challenges, which is why we must start talking regenerative business.
Oliver Dudok van Heel
March 27, 2023
How to fix America’s broken housing market
Investors buying properties for 51% less than market buyers is causing a crisis in the US housing market triggering calls for a national commission
Bruce Katz and Ben Preis
March 27, 2023
Manufacturing is the most targeted sector by cyberattacks. Here's why increased security matters
Cybersecurity risks in manufacturing reach far, to consumers and corporate stakeholders; the World Economic Forum's plan seeks collective responsibility.
Mansur Abilkasimov, Dawn Cappelli, Filipe Beato and Giulia Moschetta
March 27, 2023
Beyond the UN Water Conference: Leaders on What's Next
Watch public and private stakeholders discuss the outcomes of the UN Water Conference.
Morgan Booher
March 27, 2023
Making the local global: how cities can have a positive impact on the climate
The IPCC's latest findings highlight the role of cities in climate action. Cities need greater support to find sustainable solutions for urban ecosystems.
Jennifer Lenhart
March 27, 2023