What is a sand motor and how can it protect against rising sea levels?
Sand motors help protect fragile coasts from the effects of rising sea levels. The concept was developed in the Netherlands and is being used in Africa.
Sand motors help protect fragile coasts from the effects of rising sea levels. The concept was developed in the Netherlands and is being used in Africa.
Africa has a $50 billion annual healthcare market but many products are imported. Now African countries have agreed a plan to increase local manufacturing.
Meta is launching a helpline in India to help detect deepfake content on WhatsApp. The move follows warnings from the country’s prime minister of AI's potential to harm society.
AI could help solve a problem in the development of nuclear fusion, while a new world record for fusion power generation has been set. Here's what you need to know.
Half in decline and a fifth threatened with extinction - new research finds migratory species are in grave danger as a result of human activity.
The financial technology industry is booming, which benefits female business owners, small enterprises and isolated communities, says this fintech expert.
Think data first and expect the unexpected. International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva shares how leaders can navigate the global economy in 2024.
Influencers at the World Economic Forum: YouTubers Jacob Beautemps, Adanna Steinacker, and Gohar Khan connected their social audiences to wef24 in Davos.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has hailed a new partnership with Africa aimed at boosting economic ties, creating an energy hub for Europe.
More than 140 countries have signed up to the Global Minimum Tax agreement. The tax treaty imposes a minimum rate of 15% on the profits of multinationals.
Today’s children will live in a future being radically reshaped by AI and technology. Experts say we must help them navigate the risks and opportunities.
Here are some of the metrics and insights coming out of World Economic Forum data that will inform discussions at Davos 2024 and will shape the year ahead.
For a successful energy transition public/private cooperation on buildings is key to funding retrofit programmes and to secure green building uptake.
The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2024 reveals interconnected risks flowing from the misuse of AI. “Misinformation and disinformation” is the biggest risk.
Creating effective climate change messaging is challenging. Here’s how Arctic Basecamp founder Professor Gail Whiteman and actor Rainn Wilson are doing it.