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The World Economic Forum (WEF) has outlined four key strategies for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to build intelligent economies amid a rapidly evolving global landscape. The WEF report highlights that the MENA region faces several economic challenges that could be addressed by leveraging digital technologies. The report...

Today’s ever-evolving world requires CEOs to constantly examine their organization’s priorities, looking beyond immediate challenges to envision what the future of business might look like. Modern CEOs need to remain agile yet hyper-focused on their organization’s strategic initiatives. By continuing to emphasize action on forward-looking strategies, including growth, technological advancements,...

The disparity between the highest and lowest-paid employees in Switzerland continues to grow, with top executives earning an average of 143 times more than their lowest-paid workers in 2023, according to a recent study by the trade union Unia. This widening gap marks an increase from the previous year when...

Sinopec, formally known as China Petroleum and Chemical Corp., reported a slight profit increase in the first half of the year despite facing significant challenges from a slowing Chinese economy and steep declines in its core fuel processing and sales businesses. The company’s net income rose by 1.7% year-on-year to...

You’ve heard the idiom “Age is just a number.” In other words don’t let the number of years you’ve lived on this planet define who you are or what you are capable of. No matter one’s age, you can continue to grow and achieve. Shrug off ageist statements such as...

Catharina Eklof has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Idex Biometrics, following a successful three-year period as the company’s Chief Commercial Officer. During her tenure, Eklof played a pivotal role in transforming Idex from a component supplier into a prominent provider of biometric solutions. Prior to joining...

The rapid pace of innovation in the space industry is both fascinating and unprecedented. Private-venture companies and startups are coming together to develop a wide array of innovations at an astonishing speed. This trend, fueled by substantial investments, is transforming the landscape of space exploration and commercialization. A consultant from...

'Casual' workers, who often operate without formal contracts or social protections, remain highly vulnerable across Europe despite the region's lower overall informal employment rates compared to the global average. Informal employment, defined as work without legal protection or social security, continues to be widespread globally. According to 2023 estimates by...

The United States has launched a new initiative aimed at countering the illicit financing of environmental crimes in the Amazon, signaling that the issue is becoming a higher international priority. U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen recently introduced the Amazon Regional Initiative Against Illicit Finance, designed to enhance training, cooperation, and...

The Everen Group, a consortium of leading energy insurance companies, has announced the appointment of Robert Foskey as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 5, 2024. Foskey brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record within the Everen Group, positioning him to guide the company...