Science & Technology
3 reasons why small and medium-sized businesses should consider digital
In today's digital world, there's an app for that — whatever "that" may be. Devices like smartphones and tablets are becoming the dashboards of...
For the greater good? The loss of jobs in the digital era
The year is 2040. Drones buzz over neighbourhoods, delivering packages. Smart homes, with interconnected Wi-Fi devices, eliminate the need for housework. Driverless vehicles take...
Autonomous Vehicles Will Clog City Centres unless Lawmakers Step Up
Autonomous vehicles (AVs) will increase, not decrease, traffic in already overcrowded downtown areas. That is one of the main findings of a joint World...
Drones for Humanity: Forum Initiative Aims Unlock Societal Benefits of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Drones can deliver medical supplies, make dangerous jobs safer and protect endangered species. However, regulations in many countries prevent drones from fulfilling their potential...
Meet the 2018 World Economic Forum Technology Pioneers
The World Economic Forum announced its annual list of Technology Pioneers today. Of the 61 early-stage companies recognized for their design, development and deployment...
Nations Improving Technology Also Improve Sustainability
Nations investing in technology infrastructure make faster, more efficient progress towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), according to a report released by...
Building the Future of Construction
Dramatic changes on the horizon indicate an uncertain future for the engineering and construction (E&C) industry and its more than 100 million employees worldwide....
Digital Platforms are Critical for Entrepreneurs
APEC economies boast some of the fastest-growing and most technologically innovative markets in the world. But though rich in culture, craftsmanship and entrepreneurial spirit,...
It’s not about the technology: Faster, better internet needs different financing models
To connect the as yet unconnected around the world to the internet is only a first step towards ensuring that all societies participate in...
Use blockchain model to cut small firms’ costs and empower citizens
Applying the “blockchain” model to areas like energy use, supply chains and governance would cut costs for firms and empower citizens, said the Industry...