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In leadership, whether in politics, business, or any high-stakes environment, clarity of focus is the driving force behind sustainable success. With the U.S. presidential election as a backdrop, there’s no better time to discuss the impact of focusing on the right goals. In business and leadership, having clarity in focus...

DigitalOcean is intensifying its efforts to attract smaller cloud customers, aiming to build a profitable base of users eager to expand their cloud and AI operations. CEO Paddy Srinivasan outlined the company’s strategy, which positions DigitalOcean as a direct competitor to major cloud providers Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, and Google...

Starting November 8, citizens from nine more countries will be eligible for visa-free entry to China under a 15-day exemption policy previously granted to nationals of 18 countries. This extension, confirmed by Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian, will allow citizens of Andorra, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Norway, Slovakia,...

Owning or maintaining a private jet once served as a sign of business success. However, it’s an investment that comes with financial burdens, including the high costs of purchasing, maintaining, and repairing an aircraft. VistaJet founder Thomas Flohr has provided clients with a more innovative way to have the access...

David Bellini is a visionary leader in the cybersecurity industry, currently serving as the CEO of CyberFox, a company renowned for its innovative approach to digital security. With a foundational degree in accounting from the University of Florida, David initially embarked on his career in the tech industry by co-founding...

At last week’s Maritime CEO Forum, held at the Monaco Yacht Club, the "Money and Ships" session addressed evolving trends and challenges in ship finance. Moderated by Isabelle Rickmers, CEO of jobs marketplace TURTLE, the event brought together top shipowners and industry leaders. Harris Antoniou, founder of Neptune Maritime Leasing,...

From October 10 to 23, a Seminar on Management for Director-Generals of National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) in Developing Countries took place in Beijing and Anhui, China. The event attracted 20 senior officials from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and representatives from sectors such as meteorology, hydrology, agriculture, and...

Unresolved childhood trauma can significantly impact leadership styles, decision-making processes, and business performance. This article explores how these influences manifest and offers strategies for executives to recognize and address them for more effective and compassionate leadership. The influence of childhood experiences extends well beyond early life, shaping how we respond...

The UK’s leading meat-free business is looking to rebound from a difficult period with fresh leadership, appointing former Heineken UK executive David Flochel as its new CEO. Flochel will succeed Marco Bertacca, who has led the company since January 2020 and will begin his role next month. The two will...

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has published its latest annual report, Review of Maritime Transport 2024, which sheds light on the significant challenges poorer nations face in meeting their shipping needs. According to the report, disruptions fueled by climate change and geopolitical tensions are severely affecting...