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The modern work environment has undergone a seismic shift, largely accelerated by the global pandemic, as organizations worldwide transitioned to remote and hybrid work models. This transition has not been a mere temporary adjustment but a profound transformation in “when,” “where” and “how” we work. The emergence of these new...

Across the globe, 91 countries and territories have implemented full or partial bans on plastic bags. Africa has been particularly proactive in this area, while Europe predominantly opts for charging fees or taxes to curb plastic bag usage. However, the trend in Europe is shifting towards bans, especially for smaller...

New research has revealed that Canada is the country that most people around the world want to relocate to. Experts at 1st Move International analyzed Google search data to see where people were looking to immigrate — and the North American nation appeared more than any other. More than 1.5 million...

Seasoned C-suite exec Kimberly Grant has worn many professional hats — president, global chief executive, CEO, and COO, to name a few. Has it been a carefree journey? Not always. Did she have to clear the hurdles so many women face in the corporate sector? She sure did. Now, she’s...

South Korea's SK Hynix, the world's second-largest memory chip maker, plans to invest about $75 billion by 2028 to enhance its semiconductor business with a strong emphasis on artificial intelligence, according to a Sunday announcement from its parent company, SK Group. SK Group also aims to secure approximately $58 billion...

Toine Rodenburg is an e-commerce maven, entrepreneur, and international investor. Originally from the Netherlands, Toine Rodenburg became heavily involved in the emergent business trend of e-commerce, which led to his co-founding MyMalls, a leading e-commerce shipping company serving Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Beyond his professional life, Toine is...

In December 2023, UBS researchers released a report detailing enterprise AI spending plans based on a survey of IT executives from around 130 organizations. The survey covered various AI components, including chips, models, cloud infrastructure, data, security, and application software. After more than six months, UBS has updated its findings,...

I recently attended the teaser soirée of Geneva Watch Days done in Zurich for 24 hours, as a prep gig for the true ‘fair’ of the Swiss Watches’ Independents, which will take place at the end of August in Geneva. In an era of bloated tech & corporate presentation, where...

In an important milestone, Tim Furey, the visionary founder of Tradeview Markets, has recently completed almost 16 years at the helm of the global financial powerhouse. Furey's journey in the finance sector has been marked by entrepreneurial tenacity and a commitment to excellence, leading Tradeview Markets to prominence in the...

At Tesco's upcoming annual meeting, the board will face shareholder scrutiny over CEO Ken Murphy's nearly $13 million pay package. Amid rising living costs, investors are increasingly challenging what they view as excessive executive compensation. Tesco, which reported an 11% profit increase for 2023/24 and saw a 15% year-on-year rise...