Life in 2030: Humankind and the Machine
The world is on the brink of a new revolution driven by the convergence of a number of new technologies, including genome editing, artificial intelligence and 3D printing. How will these technologi...
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Is the Swiss Model under Threat?
Switzerland’s economic and governance models have produced one of the world’s richest and most competitive countries. Can the Swiss model of economic liberalism and direct democracy survive? - How...
Privacy and Secrecy in the Digital Age
In an age of terrorism, threats are increasingly hard to detect and prevent. Governments claim the need for greater security and seek to monitor global communications, while citizens, more willing ...
A Social Contract to Transform Our World by 2030
Join this special session hosted by the United Nations at the Open Forum. Learn about the historic 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, which outlines common action on the 17 Sustainable Develo...
How to Reboot the Global Economy?
One of the biggest challenges facing the world today is one that ties into many of the other discussions taking place in Davos. The migration crisis, inequality, the gender gap, sustainable develop...
From Migration to Integration
Unresolved violent conflict and increasing persecution have led to a rise in refugee flows around the world. Beyond providing safety and refuge, how can we best integrate refugees into our communit...
Making Music across Borders with Yo-Yo Ma
Celebrated musician Yo-Yo Ma brings together a world-class ensemble of musicians from a range of traditions for a musical demonstration that explores intercultural dialogue in music and everyday li...
Should Business Lead the Social Agenda?
Complex global problems are often left for international organizations and government to solve. As a result, we have failed to meet challenges such as the Millennial Development Goals. Businesses p...
Employment: Mind the Gap?
Remuneration for top jobs continues to increase while mechanization and offshoring have eroded middle-wage jobs. Inequality in capital and income are on the rise and the trend shows no signs of aba...
Open Borders: Unavoidable or Unnecessary?
Globalization has been a growing force since the Industrial Revolution, removing barriers to the movement of goods, capital and people. Yet today, the movement of people is hindered by mounting fea...