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Financial and Monetary Systems

Why public-private collaboration is critical for meeting G20 cross-border payments targets

Opinion

Technological advancements in cross-border payments by the private sector must be matched by equally strong progress by the public sector.

Alan Marquard

September 12, 2024

Dr Bilal Mateen, PATH's chief AI officer, delivering remarks on the future of AI in healthcare delivery.

Health and Healthcare Systems

Why global health organizations are hiring chief AI officers

AI, used effectively and ethically, can transform the way we deliver health solutions, so expect to see more chief AI officer positions in healthcare.

Nikolaj Gilbert

September 12, 2024

A drone flying over a forest and mountains

Emerging Technologies

Tech news: Drones piloted by AI could prevent wildfires

Top tech news: Drones piloted by AI could prevent wildfires; US state adopts electronics right to repair law, and more.

Sebastian Buckup

September 12, 2024

Drinkwell is a technology-driven social enterprise that powers water infrastructure and is a finalist in the Schwab Foundation Social Innovation Awards 2025

Social Innovation

Meet the finalists of the Schwab Foundation Social Innovation Awards 2025

Discover some of the most inspiring social innovators worldwide with the announcement of the finalists of the Schwab Foundation Social Innovation Awards.

Sophia Otoo and Maria Inés Martin

September 12, 2024

A vision of a safe and just space (from left to right) informed by Earth Commission science and its justice framework, created by design agency Superflux

How to create a 'safe and just space' rich in opportunities for a healthier Earth

Opinion

It is possible for humans to escape poverty and be safe from harm caused by Earth's system change. Here's how we can create a "safe and just space" for people worldwide.

Joyeeta Gupta and Johan Rockström

September 12, 2024

Climate Action

Summer 2024 the hottest on record, and other nature and climate stories you need to read this week

Other stories this week: New study highlights scale of plastics problem; Sunken village re-emerges in Greece.

David Elliott

September 11, 2024

The lessons we're learning from addressing racial bias in healthcare algorithms can and should inform how we approach data equity across other sectors.

Emerging Technologies

Building fairer data systems: Lessons from addressing racial bias in healthcare

Racial bias in healthcare algorithms exposes broader issues in data systems. Learn how the concept of data equity can lead to fairer outcomes across industries.

JoAnn Stonier, Lauren Woodman and Karla Yee Amezaga

September 11, 2024

An employee at a salt production site in Ndiemou, on the outskirts of Fatick in Senegal, one of the 45 nations on the United Nations list of the least developed countries. Caption: The world’s least developed countries (LDCs) are not on track to reach a target of doubling their share in global trade exports by 2030.

Trade and Investment

World’s least developed countries off track to meet exports target, and other global trade news this month

Least developed countries off track to meet exports target; WTO report urges trade and domestic policy to work together; China’s exports grow at fasted year-on-year pace in 18 months.

Sol Leal Campos

September 11, 2024

Hands of people of various ethnicities next to each other: Unified advocacy can clear the confusion that can exist among organizations working towards similar causes.

Sustainable Development

Unified advocacy: The untapped elixir for advancing social change

Unified advocacy amplifies social change by uniting voices to address global challenges and overcome barriers with collaboration, clear governance and commitment.

Khushboo Awasthi Kumari and Luv Kumar

September 11, 2024

Hand holding light bulb in front of global show the world's consumption with icons energy sources for renewable, sustainable development. Ecology and environment concept. Elements of this image furnished by NASA.

Trade and Investment

Green supply chain: Four suppliers outline how they keep up with sustainability requirements

Rules aimed at driving sustainability across international supply chains are rapidly evolving. Four industry players outline how they keep up with changes.

Sarah Thorn, Mona Haddad and William Petty

September 11, 2024

AI has the potential to accelerate regenerative agriculture.

Fourth Industrial Revolution

Farms of the future: How can AI accelerate regenerative agriculture?

Developments in AI can help accelerate the transition to regenerative agriculture – offering a way to ensure food security and tackle the climate crisis.

Jaskiran Warrik and Shreejit Borthakur

September 10, 2024

Climate Action

Can education for climate action bring a positive change?

Learn about the vital role of education for climate action in preparing the next generation for environmental challenges by fostering knowledge, resilience, and innovative solutions.

Mamta Murthi and Juergen Voegele

September 9, 2024

3D rendering of a brain used for thinking either in artificial intelligence neural network or human psychology and mental knowledge. The role of the human brain in the wider global economy is drawing increasing attention — and brain health is therefore becoming a priority for businesses and individuals worldwide.

Health and Healthcare Systems

Brain gain: How improving brain health benefits the economy

Brain health, collectively and individually, is a meaningful driver of economic growth. We should all start thinking about nurturing the brain economy.

Andy Moose, Kana Enomoto and Harris Eyre

September 9, 2024

Energy Transition

Milestone for global renewables generation, and other top energy stories

Top energy news: Global renewables generation hits 40%; Britain’s last coal-fired power plant to close; AI “could hurt oil prices in next decade”.

Roberto Bocca

September 9, 2024

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