Energy transition quickens
Almost every Energy Transition sector achieved a new record level of investment in 2022, except nuclear power, according to a report from Bloomberg NEF Clean Tech has emerged as one of the biggest and attractive economic opportunities in recent times. It is also generating huge new employment as other sectors lag. Global investment in the […]
India beats China in population war – Part II
Recent reports indicate that India has raced past China in terms of population growth. This second episode discusses a few significant pointers for the consequences. A wide spectrum of demographic issues are intriguing experts, as India overtakes China to become the world’s most-populous nation. Based on the UN World Population data, analysts at Bloomberg came […]
Technology-Led Activation of CDFIs to Enable Social Impact
The manner in which Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) are utilising technology to expand their social influence is both exciting and sustainable Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) have long served the unbanked and low-income populations, offering financial services and products that are frequently overlooked by conventional banks. In recent times, technology has presented new prospects […]
India beats China in population war – Part III
Recent reports indicate that India has raced past China in terms of population growth. Yet, control measures worked well for India although challenges still exist Despite all shortcomings, India has credibly managed a healthy demographic transition. Successful implementation of family planning measure was a huge challenge in a newly formed democracy anyway – especially in […]
AI to drive project management
We are living in a time when global mega trends are actively reshaping our world at a rapid pace, and raising both profound challenges and opportunities Every year, approximately $48 trillion are invested in projects. Yet according to the Standish Group, only 35% of projects are considered successful. The wasted resources and unrealised benefits of […]
The Need for Global Crypto Regulations
The crypto industry faces complex regulations – navigating them is crucial for businesses to stay compliant and competitive. Here’s what you need to know: In recent years, the crypto industry has experienced a surge in popularity, with more and more people investing in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. While the rise of digital assets has […]
The Decline of the Meme Stock Craze
When interest rates are low, the price of a dream can be infinite. Higher rates change the dynamic In recent years, a new trend has emerged in the stock market, wherein individual investors, primarily through social media, rally behind certain stocks, leading to significant price increases. This trend has been dubbed the “meme stock” era. […]
And now an anti-GPT solution!
ChatGPT is making a bigger splash than any other recent innovation. But educators are worried, and GPTZero – the first detection tool – is already generating interest Perhaps no other modern technology has disrupted society as quickly as generative artificial intelligence (AI). While creative AI suits like DALL-E have spewed a host of legal issues […]
Improving Retail Demand Sensing: A Hybrid Approach
Unlocking the potential of retail business by adopting a hybrid approach to demand sensing, combining AI and human input to improve forecasting, and boosting sales growth Retailers of all sizes use demand sensing to determine market trends and consumer preferences in order to make decisions about inventory, distribution, sales, and other aspects of their supply […]
The Global Economy in 2023
The global economy, plagued by gaps and uncertainties, is expected to grow at a meagre 2.1% this year according to Reuters, down markedly from the IMF’s 2.7% October 2022 forecast. Here’s a macro rundown of what’s happening where: The global economy is currently facing a number of gaps and lags that are affecting growth and […]