The 2024 Physics Nobel Prize: A Win for the Intersectorals
The Breakthrough The award citation highlights two main breakthroughs: John Hopfield’s development of his 1982 concept of ‘Hopfield networks’ and Geoffrey Hinton’s introduction of ‘Boltzmann machines’. These advances fundamentally changed our understanding of how information is processed in systems with many interacting elements, such as neurons in the brain. Hopfield’s network models explained how memory […]
Seizing the Moment in the Corporate Roadmap Towards Net Zero
As businesses face the pressing challenge of decarbonisation, transitioning to net-zero emissions has become increasingly urgent. The energy transition involves balancing rising global energy demands with the necessity of reducing carbon emissions. Companies can take practical steps over the next five years to advance their net-zero journeys, focusing on immediate actions rather than distant targets. […]
Study Uncovers Shared Risk in Markets, Shifting Investment Approaches
A groundbreaking new study from experts at the Wharton School and elsewhere has revealed that price movements of stocks, bonds, and options – three of the most traded financial assets globally – are driven by a shared set of risk factors. This discovery challenges conventional thinking about how these markets function and raises important questions […]
What Makes us Human?
Robotics development has been profoundly affected by Moravec’s Paradox. Rooted in evolutionary biology, it serves as a reminder that the ability to perceive, feel, and interact with the world is a complexity that is still beyond the reach of current roboticists continue to change, so do the ways in which we measure success! In a […]
Rethinking Productivity: Moving Beyond Traditional Metrics
While productivity has long been viewed as the primary measure of effectiveness for individuals and organizations, it is increasingly clear that this metric is now insufficient. As workplaces continue to change, so do the ways in which we measure success! In a recent article in Forbes, Dr Tracy Brower – sociologist, author and thought leader […]
The Future of Humanity: Embracing an Era of Abundance Through AI
The current technological leap could accelerate us toward a future of unprecedented material abundance; a future that fulfils our deepest human desires – to learn, create, and connect on a level never before imagined As we approach the end of this decade, the potential for artificial intelligence to surpass human cognitive abilities presents a horizon […]
Are EV Makers Running out of Charge as Industry Pivots to Hybrids?
The automotive industry is displaying a complex interplay of market pressures and consumer preferences. The future of electric mobility will likely involve a blend of both electric and hybrid technologies, catering to diverse consumer needs Car manufacturers are re-evaluating their electric vehicle (EV) strategies, with several major players like Ford, Hyundai, and Volvo adjusting their […]
Merging Mission with Money: OpenAI to become For-Profit Company
OpenAI’s transition from a nonprofit to a for-profit entity reflects broader trends in the tech industry, where the quest for capital and profitability increasingly intersects with ethical considerations and social responsibilities. As OpenAI navigates the complexities of this transition, it must find a delicate balance between innovation and responsibility. OpenAI’s For-Profit Shift The decision to […]
Faster, Higher, Stronger
Part 2: How Wearables are Dominating Sports Training Several factors contribute to the continual improvement in athletic performance, and testing the limits of physical endurance. Wearable Technology is one field that has currently infiltrated the sports training domain even at the beginner’s level The future belongs to wearables The evolution of sports technology is […]
Why Success is Spelt with a Capital ‘C’
Part 1 In a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) world, traditional success metrics are rapidly losing relevance. Market share, revenue growth, and profitability remain important, but they no longer tell the whole story. To survive and thrive in this new landscape, leaders must embrace a new success paradigm rooted in four critical competencies: […]