Energy Transition
Electric car sales have surged in Europe - so why is adoption still slow?
EV sales might be rising, but mass-market adoption still faces barriers such as high cost and lack of charging infrastructure.
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Climate Action
Why El Niño and global warming could make for a turbulent winter
The combination of a strong El Niño phase and global warming could lead to extreme weather around the world this winter. Here’s what you need to know.
Leadership
5 leaders and the turning points that changed how they lead and build
Marking its 101st episode, the World Economic Forum’s Meet the Leader podcast talks to leaders like Jane Goodall and Al Gore about key turning points.
How the management mindset needs to change, and other lessons for the digital transformation from Siemens’ CEO
Siemens’ CEO Roland Busch talks about transforming mindsets, empowering and reskilling staff and lifelong learning on the World Economic Forum's Meet the Leader podcast.
Emerging Technologies
How AI can speed scientific discovery, from predicting virus variants to vital protein research
Artificial intelligence (AI) has a proven ability to speed the pace of scientific discovery and deliver new insights in a range of fields. Here's more.
Emerging Technologies
These are world leaders' top 3 concerns, according to AI analysis of their speeches
AI analysis of world leaders' speeches at UNGA reveals their top concerns. Climate, development and peace are the most pressing.
Climate Action
Explainer: What are tropical glaciers and why are they an indicator for climate change?
There are few tropical glaciers left and those are melting rapidly due to climate change, threatening regional ecosystems, livelihoods and sea levels.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Icelandic women are going on strike in protest against the gender pay gap
Iceland, a leader in gender equality, is taking a stand for pay parity as women and non-binary individuals are striking against the gender pay gap.
Leadership
Great leaders ask these 4 questions
Angela Williams of non-profit United Way Worldwide, tells the World Economic Forum’s Meet the Leader podcast about effective leadership to mobilize people.
Geographies in Depth
2,000 white rhinos bred in captivity will be rewilded across Africa to protect the species’ future
A non-profit conservation organization acquired a rhino farm in financial difficulties and aims for the rewilded rhinos to contribute to biodiversity and ecosystem preservation.
Cybersecurity
What is the EU Digital Markets Act and what does it mean for tech companies and consumers?
The EU Digital Markets Act (DMA) aims to curb the power of ‘big tech’. Who does it apply to, what’s covered and how will it impact businesses and users?
Forum Institutional
Here’s why 2023 could become a turning point for the energy transition
This could be a pivotal year for the energy transition and sustainability as they take centre stage in global politics, a new investment report says.
Health and Healthcare Systems
La IA ha ayudado a crear un nuevo "atlas" de células pulmonares para detectar y tratar enfermedades
Se espera que el Atlas de Células Pulmonares Humanas impulsará la detección, el diagnóstico y el tratamiento de enfermedades como el cáncer de pulmón.
Geographies in Depth
How a $12 phone could help close India’s digital divide
A $12 phone could make a significant impact in bridging India's digital divide, improving connectivity, as well as financial and social inclusion.
Health and Healthcare Systems
This new ‘atlas’ of lung cells draws on AI to help scientists detect and treat lung diseases better
A complete lung cell atlas, compiled by scientists with help from AI, will boost the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases such as lung cancer.