Agenda articles

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.

Beyond the UN Water Conference: Leaders on What's Next

Watch public and private stakeholders discuss the outcomes of the UN Water Conference.

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.

JUICE: What to know about the ESA's mission to explore Jupiter's icy moons

The JUICE spacecraft will begin an eight-year journey to Jupiter in April, to investigate the planet's largest ocean-bearing moons as potential habitats.

These start-ups are helping to make life in the Sahel more sustainable

The Sahel region of Africa is already feeling the effects of the climate crisis. These four start-ups have developed innovations to make the region more sustainable.

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

The North and South Poles help regulate the world’s climate and weather. But the polar regions are in crisis, warming faster than the rest of the world.