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The deadlines for compliance with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) are fast approaching. By the close of 2023, only half of European Union companies were adequately prepared for the new reporting standards. Readiness levels outside the EU are even lower: just 30% of UK companies, 22% of US companies,...

Meta AI has broadened its availability to six additional countries, including the UK, Brazil, Bolivia, Guatemala, Paraguay, and the Philippines, with support for the Tagalog language. The AI assistant is also set to expand soon to Algeria, Egypt, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Libya, Malaysia, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Thailand, Tunisia, the...

Marketers and media planners need to recognize that while Baby Boomers still favor Facebook, their digital media habits are increasingly dominated by connected TV (CTV) platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. These platforms operate differently from social media, requiring a distinct approach to media trading and measurement, according to...

The short-term rental market is experiencing a surge in demand, with platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo reporting record bookings. However, property owners are grappling with rising operational expenses, particularly energy costs. In regions with extreme weather conditions, heating and cooling expenses can become unpredictable and eat into profits. According to...

A fundamental principle that fueled the American Revolution was "no taxation without representation." Similarly, the French Revolution's rallying cry of "Liberty, Equality, Fraternity" demanded equal rights, including a fair tax system that served the people, not just the elite. Today, we often lose sight of the fact that governments are...

A recent survey has revealed that 80% of Europeans living in major cities use public transport daily, though only 40% consider it their primary mode of transportation. The findings, presented at the 2024 European Mobility Expo, involved over 2,500 residents from cities including Paris, Berlin, Madrid, Stockholm, and Warsaw. Paris...

Top health authorities in the Americas have agreed on a resolution to grant greater flexibility to the Pan American Health Organization’s (PAHO) Regional Revolving Funds, aiming to accelerate access to health technologies. These measures are intended to enhance regional self-sufficiency by supporting local production of health supplies and fostering innovation,...

Since stepping into the role of CEO of Ogen in 2016, Sagi Balasha has overseen Ogen’s evolution from a traditional interest-free loan provider into a comprehensive social financial institution. In this Q&A, Sagi Balasha, shares insights into the organization’s transformative journey in the social finance sector, discussing the organization's innovative...

In an era dominated by social media, societal expectations, and ever-changing trends, the concept of authenticity seems far more difficult than ever before. To embody your authentic self is to embark on a journey of self-discovery, self-acceptance, and self-expression. This journey is deeply fulfilling, allowing you to live a life...

The Board of Directors of Oma Savings Bank Plc (OmaSp) has announced the appointment of Karri Alameri, M.Sc. (Econ.), CEFA, as the company's new CEO. Alameri is set to assume his role no later than April 1, 2025. In the interim, Sarianna Liiri will continue as acting CEO until Alameri...