tag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/content-types/forum/feedWorld Economic Forum | Agenda | Forum2018-09-07T16:09:10Ztag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/09/what-does-reimagining-our-energy-system-look-like2018-09-07T16:09:10Z2018-09-07T16:09:10ZWhat does reimagining our energy system look like? Distributed energy resources will play a central role in modernizing our electricity grids toward a low-cost, low-carbon energy future, and blockchain will play an essential role in their integration.
<![CDATA[ Distributed energy resources will play a central role in modernizing our electricity grids toward a low-cost, low-carbon energy future, and blockchain will play an essential role in their integration.]]>
David Martintag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/09/is-your-smart-home-as-safe-as-you-think-internet-things2018-09-07T15:59:00Z2018-09-07T16:01:26ZIs your smart home as safe as you think?Don't buy the cheapest products, and demand proper maintenance. Treat your smart home like a computer, and make sure any Internet of Things components have adequate protection.
<![CDATA[ Don't buy the cheapest products, and demand proper maintenance. Treat your smart home like a computer, and make sure any Internet of Things components have adequate protection.]]>
Viktor Webertag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/09/reforesting-the-earth-chinas-deepening-links-in-africa-real-madrids-new-shirt-and-other-top-stories-this-week2018-09-07T13:52:00Z2018-09-07T14:36:01ZReforesting the Earth, China’s deepening links in Africa and other top stories this weekAlso in our round-up of top stories from the past seven days: Real Madrid's new shirt is made of garbage, the risks of borrowing abroad and the growing refugee crisis in South America.
<![CDATA[ Also in our round-up of top stories from the past seven days: Real Madrid's new shirt is made of garbage, the risks of borrowing abroad and the growing refugee crisis in South America.]]>
Adrian Monck@amoncktag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/09/why-there-need-for-speed-on-climate-action-paris-agreement2018-09-07T12:35:00Z2018-09-07T12:53:31ZClimate change is speeding up. Our response needs to be even fasterAs we have been rudely reminded this summer, there is no more room in the atmosphere for our carbon pollution. From 2020, annual global greenhouse gas emissions need to be half of what they were in the preceding decade.
<![CDATA[ As we have been rudely reminded this summer, there is no more room in the atmosphere for our carbon pollution. From 2020, annual global greenhouse gas emissions need to be half of what they were in the preceding decade.]]>
Christiana Figueres@CFiguerestag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/09/turkey-argentina-indonesias-emerging-markets-economic-woes2018-09-04T09:43:00Z2018-09-06T15:13:32ZWhat do the economic woes of Turkey, Argentina and Indonesia have in common?From sliding currencies to falling foreign investment, why are these different countries, on different continents, with different economic situations suffering from the same symptoms?
<![CDATA[ From sliding currencies to falling foreign investment, why are these different countries, on different continents, with different economic situations suffering from the same symptoms?]]>
Michael Hanley@mikeh101tag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/change-is-happening2018-08-30T14:41:46Z2018-08-30T14:41:46ZChange is happening - and young people are leading the way forwardNow more than ever, people under the age of 30 are demonstrating the power of open, participatory and collective action. Here are 6 Global Shapers who are actively changing our world for the better.
<![CDATA[ Now more than ever, people under the age of 30 are demonstrating the power of open, participatory and collective action. Here are 6 Global Shapers who are actively changing our world for the better.]]>
Natalie Piercetag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/investing-in-a-forgotten-solution-to-climate-change-nature2018-08-30T13:04:32Z2018-08-30T13:04:32ZThere is a forgotten solution to climate change that we must invest in – nature We have forgotten the role nature can play in mitigating climate change. From smarter agricultural practices to new types of forestry, here's how our money can make a difference.
<![CDATA[ We have forgotten the role nature can play in mitigating climate change. From smarter agricultural practices to new types of forestry, here's how our money can make a difference.]]>
Justin Adamstag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/how-technology-is-driving-new-environmental-solutions2018-08-29T14:57:00Z2018-08-30T13:43:18ZHow technology is leading us to new climate change solutionsA fresh wave of technological innovation is deepening our understanding of tough environmental challenges — and also giving us new ways to solve them.
<![CDATA[ A fresh wave of technological innovation is deepening our understanding of tough environmental challenges — and also giving us new ways to solve them.]]>
Fred Krupptag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/is-this-the-way-to-finally-beat-corruption2018-08-29T12:51:00Z2018-08-30T11:01:23ZIs this the way to finally beat corruption?There is no global recipe for fighting corruption, but the good news is, a model is starting to form on how policy reform, innovation and leadership together can raise levels of trust and lower corruption.
<![CDATA[ There is no global recipe for fighting corruption, but the good news is, a model is starting to form on how policy reform, innovation and leadership together can raise levels of trust and lower corruption.]]>
Isabel Canetag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/the-fourth-industrial-revolution-can-transform-how-we-solve-the-worlds-water-crises2018-08-24T15:36:00Z2018-08-30T11:01:22ZInnovation can transform the way we solve the world's water challengesThe challenges to “solving water” are well known and progress has been made but solutions have proved elusive - until now.
<![CDATA[ The challenges to “solving water” are well known and progress has been made but solutions have proved elusive - until now.]]>
Callie StinsonWill Sarnitag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/three-ways-the-fourth-industrial-revolution-is-shaping-geopolitics2018-08-24T14:19:00Z2018-09-04T09:53:48ZThree ways the Fourth Industrial Revolution is shaping geopoliticsHow will the world's superpowers maintain their advantage in the wake of new technologies?
<![CDATA[ How will the world's superpowers maintain their advantage in the wake of new technologies?]]>
Peter Engelketag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/to-solve-water-security-we-need-to-go-back-to-the-source2018-08-24T09:37:00Z2018-08-30T11:01:23ZWe should look to nature for solutions to the global water crisis. Here’s whyForget adding more grey, built infrastructure – to really go green, we need to incentivize farmers to stand back and let the Earth do the job of filtering our water supply.
<![CDATA[ Forget adding more grey, built infrastructure – to really go green, we need to incentivize farmers to stand back and let the Earth do the job of filtering our water supply. ]]>
Andrea Ericksontag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/here-s-how-technology-can-help-us-save-the-planet2018-08-23T09:30:00Z2018-08-31T14:42:55ZTechnology can help us save the planet. But more than anything, we must learn to value natureAlongside the current technological revolution that is helping us to fight climate change, we need an equally unprecedented cultural shift in the way we connect with our planet.
<![CDATA[ Alongside the current technological revolution that is helping us to fight climate change, we need an equally unprecedented cultural shift in the way we connect with our planet.]]>
Marco Lambertinitag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/why-rwanda-could-become-africa-healthcare-leader2018-08-22T22:09:00Z2018-08-30T11:06:38ZCould Rwanda become Africa's healthcare leader?The African country has introduced a basic universal health insurance for over 90% of its population, and is using technology to innovate and transform its healthcare system.
<![CDATA[ The African country has introduced a basic universal health insurance for over 90% of its population, and is using technology to innovate and transform its healthcare system.]]>
Elissa PrichepAlline Akintore Kabbatendetag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/the-oslo-model-how-to-prepare-your-city-for-electric-vehicles2018-08-22T15:55:00Z2018-08-30T11:01:22ZThe Oslo model: how to prepare your city for the electric-vehicle surgeIn Norway's capital, more than 50% of new cars sold in 2017 were at least partially electric. The indicators are that humanity is changing lanes.
<![CDATA[ In Norway's capital, more than 50% of new cars sold in 2017 were at least partially electric. The indicators are that humanity is changing lanes.]]>
Emma Skov ChristiansenSture Portviktag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/3-reasons-all-countries-should-embrace-the-global-compact-for-migration2018-08-22T12:57:00Z2018-08-30T13:54:18Z3 reasons all countries should embrace the Global Compact for MigrationMigration is our common future. Finally, after too long, the chance to influence the shape and direction of that future is within our grasp.
<![CDATA[ Migration is our common future. Finally, after too long, the chance to influence the shape and direction of that future is within our grasp.]]>
Anne Gallaghertag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/remembering-kofi-annan-UN-nobel2018-08-18T13:35:59Z2018-08-30T11:01:23ZRemembering Kofi AnnanKofi Annan, the former United Nations Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has died at the age of 80.
<![CDATA[ Kofi Annan, the former United Nations Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has died at the age of 80.]]>
Ross Chaineytag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/why-being-paid-more-often-not-just-more-will-help-hourly-workers2018-08-17T09:04:00Z2018-08-30T11:01:22ZWhy being paid more often – not just more – will help hourly workersIncreasing pay frequency could be a game-changer for millions of people living paycheck to paycheck.
<![CDATA[ Increasing pay frequency could be a game-changer for millions of people living paycheck to paycheck.]]>
Steve Barha@SteveBarhatag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/we-must-get-it-right-with-electric-vehicles-for-the-sake-of-our-planet2018-08-16T15:16:00Z2018-08-30T11:01:23ZThe electrification of transport could transform our future – if we are prepared for it If we are to meet the imperative of leaving our grandchildren with a healthier planet, we must shift to a decarbonized, decentralized and digitalized energy system, as well as an electrified transportation system.
<![CDATA[ If we are to meet the imperative of leaving our grandchildren with a healthier planet, we must shift to a decarbonized, decentralized and digitalized energy system, as well as an electrified transportation system.]]>
Amit Narayantag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/what-is-indias-vision-for-the-world-modi2018-08-14T16:47:00Z2018-08-22T16:22:59ZAs a rising global power, what is India’s vision for the world?India’s principal endeavor in the coming decades must be to put in place a new framework for its own security, growth and development, and that of developing countries around the world.
<![CDATA[ India’s principal endeavor in the coming decades must be to put in place a new framework for its own security, growth and development, and that of developing countries around the world. ]]>
Samir Saran@samirsarantag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/4-innovation-hotspots-in-the-arab-world2018-08-14T13:03:00Z2018-09-05T15:41:18Z4 innovation hotspots in the Arab worldFrom the Algerian telecoms explosion to Emirati start-ups, Arab countries are closing the gap on bigger economies.
<![CDATA[ From the Algerian telecoms explosion to Emirati start-ups, Arab countries are closing the gap on bigger economies.]]>
Attilio Di BattistaMirek Dusektag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/5g-mobile-is-nearly-here-share-networks-to-make-affordable2018-08-13T10:02:00Z2018-09-07T14:18:34Z5G mobile is nearly here – but we should share networks to make it affordableThe next generation of mobile infrastructure is supposed to provide everyone with advanced digital services such as virtual reality. But without sharing networks, it may be too expensive
<![CDATA[ The next generation of mobile infrastructure is supposed to provide everyone with advanced digital services such as virtual reality. But without sharing networks, it may be too expensive]]>
Peter LyonsFrank Rayaltag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/the-muslim-who-interviews-nazis-ronaldo-and-soccer-economics-and-other-top-stories-of-the-week2018-08-10T09:54:00Z2018-08-10T09:58:28ZThe Muslim who interviews Nazis, Ronaldo and soccer economics and other top stories of the weekAlso in our weekly round-up: debunking common AI myths and the personality trait that tells you a person is trustworthy.
<![CDATA[ Also in our weekly round-up: debunking common AI myths and the personality trait that tells you a person is trustworthy.]]>
Adrian Monck@amoncktag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/radioactive-nuclear-waste-global-threat-cern-scientists-new-solution2018-08-08T15:31:00Z2018-08-09T13:20:22ZRadioactive nuclear waste is a global threat. These scientists may have a new solutionIt can transform highly radioactive waste lasting hundreds of thousands of years into mildly radioactive waste with less than 300 years of toxicity. But it's yet to receive significant funding.
<![CDATA[ It can transform highly radioactive waste lasting hundreds of thousands of years into mildly radioactive waste with less than 300 years of toxicity. But it's yet to receive significant funding.]]>
Franklin Servan-Schreibertag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/5-ways-pioneers-are-creating-sustainable-changes-in-the-fashion-industry2018-08-08T09:10:00Z2018-08-09T12:25:06ZThe sustainable fashion revolution is well underway. These 5 trends prove itFrom apps that rate your wardrobe for sustainability to mushroom-based textiles, the fashion world is starting to rise to the environmental challenge.
<![CDATA[ From apps that rate your wardrobe for sustainability to mushroom-based textiles, the fashion world is starting to rise to the environmental challenge.]]>
Colette GrosscurtHolly Syretttag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/the-fourth-industrial-revolution-is-changing-how-we-grow-buy-and-choose-what-we-eat2018-08-03T09:35:00Z2018-08-30T13:59:41ZThe Fourth Industrial Revolution is changing how we grow, buy and choose what we eatDisruptive technologies could help distribute food, wealth and data, reduce hunger and waste, and empower farmers. Or they could consolidate the food sector, expanding bad practices rather than correcting them.
<![CDATA[ Disruptive technologies could help distribute food, wealth and data, reduce hunger and waste, and empower farmers. Or they could consolidate the food sector, expanding bad practices rather than correcting them.]]>
Juergen Voegeletag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/water-on-mars-climate-change-suicides-and-other-top-stories-of-the-week2018-08-03T09:08:00Z2018-08-03T10:16:08ZWater on Mars, the Indian renewables champion and other top stories of the weekThe future salaries of different college degrees. And which set of ethics should govern the future of AI?
<![CDATA[ The future salaries of different college degrees. And which set of ethics should govern the future of AI? ]]>
Adrian Monck@amoncktag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/08/3-enablers-to-design-the-right-copyright-directive-for-the-creative-economy2018-08-03T08:52:00Z2018-08-03T09:43:11Z3 ways to ensure the internet's future is creative, collaborative and fairThe EC's copyright directive was knocked back by MEPs due to concerns over online freedom and corporate monopoly. The next version must adopt a more agile, progressive approach
<![CDATA[ The EC's copyright directive was knocked back by MEPs due to concerns over online freedom and corporate monopoly. The next version must adopt a more agile, progressive approach]]>
Claudio Cocorocchiatag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/07/burning-arctic-pollution-causes-diabetes-informality-trap-other-top-stories-of-the-week2018-07-27T09:30:00Z2018-08-03T09:08:29ZThe burning Arctic, how pollution causes diabetes, the informality trap and other top stories of the weekIndia’s economy is set to surpass the US. And why wasn’t the 20th century Chinese?
<![CDATA[ India’s economy is set to surpass the US. And why wasn’t the 20th century Chinese? ]]>
Adrian Monck@amoncktag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/07/we-know-ethics-should-inform-ai-but-which-ethics-robotics2018-07-26T09:08:00Z2018-08-03T09:06:40ZWe know ethics should inform AI. But which ethics?What are the implications of a cognitive machine making independent decisions? Should it even be allowed? How do we hold them accountable for outcomes?
<![CDATA[ What are the implications of a cognitive machine making independent decisions? Should it even be allowed? How do we hold them accountable for outcomes?]]>
Mauro F. GuillénSrikar Reddytag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/07/4-ways-to-beat-infinite-browsing-and-regain-your-focus2018-07-25T14:52:56Z2018-07-25T14:52:56Z4 ways to beat infinite browsing and regain your focusWith the blizzard of data coming our way still increasing, pausing to reflect on our digital habits is the only way of getting anything meaningful done.
<![CDATA[ With the blizzard of data coming our way still increasing, pausing to reflect on our digital habits is the only way of getting anything meaningful done.]]>
Utkarsh Amitabh@utkarsh_amitabhtag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/07/most-of-us-have-no-idea-about-how-much-life-on-earth-there-is-and-what-we-are-doing-to-it2018-07-25T09:59:00Z2018-08-15T10:55:31ZHumans are a massive minority on Earth. Why don't we act like it?We account for only 0.01% of life on Earth.
<![CDATA[ We account for only 0.01% of life on Earth.]]>
Ron Milotag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/07/government-digital-equal-access-internet-mobile2018-07-16T11:40:00Z2018-08-30T11:03:22ZOnline government services could change your life. But only if you have access to the internetThe benefits of e-government range from individual cost savings to wider economic growth. Unfortunately they're wholly dependent on an internet connection, something half the world doesn't have.
<![CDATA[ The benefits of e-government range from individual cost savings to wider economic growth. Unfortunately they're wholly dependent on an internet connection, something half the world doesn't have. ]]>
Oren PinskyRafael Steinhausertag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/07/3-reasons-japan-forefront-fourth-industrial-revolution-precision-medicine-iot-drones2018-07-02T08:49:00Z2018-08-30T11:07:12ZFrom drones to health data, how Japan can power aheadTokyo aims to be the first mega city in the world to allow drones to carry out deliveries.
<![CDATA[ Tokyo aims to be the first mega city in the world to allow drones to carry out deliveries.]]>
Jenny Soffel@jennysoffelGenya DanaTimothy ReuterJeff Merritttag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/how-to-talk-about-climate-change-5-tips-from-the-front-lines2018-06-28T15:40:00Z2018-07-18T15:24:18ZHow to talk about climate change: 5 tips from the front linesWe need more people talking about climate change, more often. But many people feel under-equipped to do so.
<![CDATA[ We need more people talking about climate change, more often. But many people feel under-equipped to do so.]]>
Jane Burstontag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/hot-air-behind-cold-fridge-future-of-cooling-sustainable2018-06-27T14:53:00Z2018-06-28T14:37:53ZHot air behind your cold fridge? Why the future of cooling must be sustainableAs incomes increase around the world, global energy demand for ACs is expected to triple by 2050. How do we keep cool while keeping the planet cool?
<![CDATA[ As incomes increase around the world, global energy demand for ACs is expected to triple by 2050. How do we keep cool while keeping the planet cool?]]>
Jürgen Fischer tag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/Africa-urbanization-cities-double-population-2050-4%20ways-thrive2018-06-27T08:51:00Z2018-08-30T11:03:17ZAfrican cities will double in population by 2050. Here are 4 ways to make sure they thriveIf Africa does not find a way to build sustainable cities with greater access to private capital, then they risk becoming both unlivable and indebted. A new mindset is urgently required.
<![CDATA[ If Africa does not find a way to build sustainable cities with greater access to private capital, then they risk becoming both unlivable and indebted. A new mindset is urgently required.]]>
Robert MuggahKatie Hilltag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/drone-regulation-is-necessary-to-democratize-the-sky-for-humanity2018-06-26T15:39:00Z2018-08-30T11:07:12ZWe must regulate drones, to democratize the sky for humanityTo create a future of free flight, we must create interoperable, replicable, inclusive, and traceable oversight that enables innovation while mitigating risk.
<![CDATA[ To create a future of free flight, we must create interoperable, replicable, inclusive, and traceable oversight that enables innovation while mitigating risk.]]>
Harrison Wolftag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/big-data-agriculture-farms-digital2018-06-26T09:08:00Z2018-06-27T07:07:47ZBig data is coming to agriculture. Farmers must set its courseDigital agriculture should help, not hinder, farmers. But they must prepare now.
<![CDATA[ Digital agriculture should help, not hinder, farmers. But they must prepare now.]]>
Achim Waltertag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/supermarket-supply-chains-driving-poverty-inequality-winnie-byanyima-oxfam2018-06-25T11:12:00Z2018-07-03T08:41:25ZSupermarket supply chains are driving poverty and inequality. We can do betterIn a cruel paradox, many of the people who produce our food go without enough to eat themselves. Supermarkets must rewrite the rules of how value is created and shared.
<![CDATA[ In a cruel paradox, many of the people who produce our food go without enough to eat themselves. Supermarkets must rewrite the rules of how value is created and shared.]]>
Winnie Byanyima@Winnie_Byanyimatag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/rural-bangladesh-villages-transition-renewable-energy-sebastian-groh2018-06-22T15:36:00Z2018-08-30T11:03:22ZRural Bangladesh has already embraced renewable energy. Here’s what the rest of the world can learnIf the people in the capital of Bangladesh understood the benefits of solar the way that people do in rural areas, the country could leapfrog several stages of the energy transition.
<![CDATA[ If the people in the capital of Bangladesh understood the benefits of solar the way that people do in rural areas, the country could leapfrog several stages of the energy transition.]]>
Sebastian Grohtag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/how-organizations-should-prepare-for-cyber-attacks-noam-erez2018-06-22T13:50:00Z2018-06-22T14:20:54ZCyber attacks are shutting down countries, cities and companies. Here’s how to stop themThe notorious attacks of the last few years have finally propelled cyber security to the top of the boardroom agenda. What can organizations do in the face of this rising threat?
<![CDATA[ The notorious attacks of the last few years have finally propelled cyber security to the top of the boardroom agenda. What can organizations do in the face of this rising threat?]]>
Noam Ereztag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/diamonds-recycling-blockchain-technology-responsible-ethical-businesses2018-06-22T12:45:00Z2018-06-22T14:50:36ZFrom diamonds to recycling: how blockchain can drive responsible and ethical businessesDiamond mining and raw materials extraction are still plagued by instances of modern-day slavery, poor health and safety conditions and environmental destruction. The use of emerging technology, in particular blockchain, has huge potential to solve this.
<![CDATA[ Diamond mining and raw materials extraction are still plagued by instances of modern-day slavery, poor health and safety conditions and environmental destruction. The use of emerging technology, in particular blockchain, has huge potential to solve this.]]>
Candice Teotag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/end-the-404-broken-links-rotting-web2018-06-21T14:54:00Z2018-06-22T12:38:44ZThe end of the 404? Why we need to repair the internet’s crumbling infrastructureThe internet is nearly 30, and it’s starting to show signs of age. Links are in crisis, and our future depends on repairing this decaying infrastructure. Thankfully, this is now a fixable problem.
<![CDATA[ The internet is nearly 30, and it’s starting to show signs of age. Links are in crisis, and our future depends on repairing this decaying infrastructure. Thankfully, this is now a fixable problem.]]>
Shirley Chentag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/this-is-how-ai-can-help-you-make-sense-of-the-world2018-06-21T12:14:00Z2018-08-30T11:03:22ZThis is how AI can help you make sense of the worldFrom predicting wars to understanding protest movements, machines can help us see the patterns in a seemingly chaotic world.
<![CDATA[ From predicting wars to understanding protest movements, machines can help us see the patterns in a seemingly chaotic world.]]>
Sean Gourleytag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/ai-arms-race-global-collaboration2018-06-21T10:15:00Z2018-07-12T10:12:28ZWho will win the AI race? If countries work together, then the answer could be all of usGlobal collaboration enables dynamism, creativity and accountability within the artificial intelligence community, and it's the best way to ensure that the huge potential for AI to do good will be realized.
<![CDATA[ Global collaboration enables dynamism, creativity and accountability within the artificial intelligence community, and it's the best way to ensure that the huge potential for AI to do good will be realized.]]>
Dinglong HuangMatt Scotttag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/the-future-of-science-its-in-your-gut2018-06-21T07:53:00Z2018-06-21T14:12:48ZThe future of science could be in your gut. Here’s whyAt this moment, two to six pounds of microbes are living in and on you, helping you to make vitamins, prevent illness and even affecting how you respond to medical treatments. Extending our knowledge of the human microbiome is essential, says this expert.
<![CDATA[ At this moment, two to six pounds of microbes are living in and on you, helping you to make vitamins, prevent illness and even affecting how you respond to medical treatments. Extending our knowledge of the human microbiome is essential, says this expert.]]>
Jessica Richmantag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/robot-soft-hands-sustainable-production-soft-robotics2018-06-21T07:53:00Z2018-06-21T12:19:01ZThis robot has soft hands. It could be the future of sustainable productionA "soft robot" that can grasp items with the same dexterity as the human hand could revolutionize automation and help us to feed the world. Here's how.
<![CDATA[ A "soft robot" that can grasp items with the same dexterity as the human hand could revolutionize automation and help us to feed the world. Here's how.
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Carl Vausetag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/1-billion-people-lack-electricity-solution-mini-grid-iea2018-06-20T14:23:00Z2018-08-30T11:03:17Z1.1 billion people still lack electricity. This could be the solutionMini-grids are a decentralized and renewable solution, generating and distributing power at the point of consumption.
<![CDATA[ Mini-grids are a decentralized and renewable solution, generating and distributing power at the point of consumption.]]>
Hannah Dalytag:www.weforum.org,2005:/agenda/2018/06/open-inclusive-diverse-cities-lgbtq-business-economic-growth2018-06-14T18:44:00Z2018-07-05T15:02:08ZOpen, inclusive and diverse cities are better for business and economic growthEqual rights are not just a moral imperative. They are an economic one. LGBTQ+ inclusion is linked to greater competitiveness and stronger financial results.
<![CDATA[ Equal rights are not just a moral imperative. They are an economic one. LGBTQ+ inclusion is linked to greater competitiveness and stronger financial results.]]>
Ruth Hickin
Distributed energy resources will play a central role in modernizing our electricity grids toward a low-cost, low-carbon energy future, and blockchain will play an essential role in their integration.]]>
Don't buy the cheapest products, and demand proper maintenance. Treat your smart home like a computer, and make sure any Internet of Things components have adequate protection.]]>
Also in our round-up of top stories from the past seven days: Real Madrid's new shirt is made of garbage, the risks of borrowing abroad and the growing refugee crisis in South America.]]>
As we have been rudely reminded this summer, there is no more room in the atmosphere for our carbon pollution. From 2020, annual global greenhouse gas emissions need to be half of what they were in the preceding decade.]]>
From sliding currencies to falling foreign investment, why are these different countries, on different continents, with different economic situations suffering from the same symptoms?]]>
Now more than ever, people under the age of 30 are demonstrating the power of open, participatory and collective action. Here are 6 Global Shapers who are actively changing our world for the better.]]>
We have forgotten the role nature can play in mitigating climate change. From smarter agricultural practices to new types of forestry, here's how our money can make a difference.]]>
A fresh wave of technological innovation is deepening our understanding of tough environmental challenges — and also giving us new ways to solve them.]]>
There is no global recipe for fighting corruption, but the good news is, a model is starting to form on how policy reform, innovation and leadership together can raise levels of trust and lower corruption.]]>
The challenges to “solving water” are well known and progress has been made but solutions have proved elusive - until now.]]>
How will the world's superpowers maintain their advantage in the wake of new technologies?]]>
Forget adding more grey, built infrastructure – to really go green, we need to incentivize farmers to stand back and let the Earth do the job of filtering our water supply. ]]>
Alongside the current technological revolution that is helping us to fight climate change, we need an equally unprecedented cultural shift in the way we connect with our planet.]]>
The African country has introduced a basic universal health insurance for over 90% of its population, and is using technology to innovate and transform its healthcare system.]]>
In Norway's capital, more than 50% of new cars sold in 2017 were at least partially electric. The indicators are that humanity is changing lanes.]]>
Migration is our common future. Finally, after too long, the chance to influence the shape and direction of that future is within our grasp.]]>
Kofi Annan, the former United Nations Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has died at the age of 80.]]>
Increasing pay frequency could be a game-changer for millions of people living paycheck to paycheck.]]>
If we are to meet the imperative of leaving our grandchildren with a healthier planet, we must shift to a decarbonized, decentralized and digitalized energy system, as well as an electrified transportation system.]]>
India’s principal endeavor in the coming decades must be to put in place a new framework for its own security, growth and development, and that of developing countries around the world. ]]>
From the Algerian telecoms explosion to Emirati start-ups, Arab countries are closing the gap on bigger economies.]]>
The next generation of mobile infrastructure is supposed to provide everyone with advanced digital services such as virtual reality. But without sharing networks, it may be too expensive]]>
Also in our weekly round-up: debunking common AI myths and the personality trait that tells you a person is trustworthy.]]>
It can transform highly radioactive waste lasting hundreds of thousands of years into mildly radioactive waste with less than 300 years of toxicity. But it's yet to receive significant funding.]]>
From apps that rate your wardrobe for sustainability to mushroom-based textiles, the fashion world is starting to rise to the environmental challenge.]]>
Disruptive technologies could help distribute food, wealth and data, reduce hunger and waste, and empower farmers. Or they could consolidate the food sector, expanding bad practices rather than correcting them.]]>
The future salaries of different college degrees. And which set of ethics should govern the future of AI? ]]>
The EC's copyright directive was knocked back by MEPs due to concerns over online freedom and corporate monopoly. The next version must adopt a more agile, progressive approach]]>
India’s economy is set to surpass the US. And why wasn’t the 20th century Chinese? ]]>
What are the implications of a cognitive machine making independent decisions? Should it even be allowed? How do we hold them accountable for outcomes?]]>
With the blizzard of data coming our way still increasing, pausing to reflect on our digital habits is the only way of getting anything meaningful done.]]>
We account for only 0.01% of life on Earth.]]>
The benefits of e-government range from individual cost savings to wider economic growth. Unfortunately they're wholly dependent on an internet connection, something half the world doesn't have. ]]>
Tokyo aims to be the first mega city in the world to allow drones to carry out deliveries.]]>
We need more people talking about climate change, more often. But many people feel under-equipped to do so.]]>
As incomes increase around the world, global energy demand for ACs is expected to triple by 2050. How do we keep cool while keeping the planet cool?]]>
If Africa does not find a way to build sustainable cities with greater access to private capital, then they risk becoming both unlivable and indebted. A new mindset is urgently required.]]>
To create a future of free flight, we must create interoperable, replicable, inclusive, and traceable oversight that enables innovation while mitigating risk.]]>
Digital agriculture should help, not hinder, farmers. But they must prepare now.]]>
In a cruel paradox, many of the people who produce our food go without enough to eat themselves. Supermarkets must rewrite the rules of how value is created and shared.]]>
If the people in the capital of Bangladesh understood the benefits of solar the way that people do in rural areas, the country could leapfrog several stages of the energy transition.]]>
The notorious attacks of the last few years have finally propelled cyber security to the top of the boardroom agenda. What can organizations do in the face of this rising threat?]]>
Diamond mining and raw materials extraction are still plagued by instances of modern-day slavery, poor health and safety conditions and environmental destruction. The use of emerging technology, in particular blockchain, has huge potential to solve this.]]>
The internet is nearly 30, and it’s starting to show signs of age. Links are in crisis, and our future depends on repairing this decaying infrastructure. Thankfully, this is now a fixable problem.]]>
From predicting wars to understanding protest movements, machines can help us see the patterns in a seemingly chaotic world.]]>
Global collaboration enables dynamism, creativity and accountability within the artificial intelligence community, and it's the best way to ensure that the huge potential for AI to do good will be realized.]]>
At this moment, two to six pounds of microbes are living in and on you, helping you to make vitamins, prevent illness and even affecting how you respond to medical treatments. Extending our knowledge of the human microbiome is essential, says this expert.]]>
A "soft robot" that can grasp items with the same dexterity as the human hand could revolutionize automation and help us to feed the world. Here's how.
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Mini-grids are a decentralized and renewable solution, generating and distributing power at the point of consumption.]]>
Equal rights are not just a moral imperative. They are an economic one. LGBTQ+ inclusion is linked to greater competitiveness and stronger financial results.]]>
