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2030: A Data Odyssey. It’s a random morning, in 2030. The head designer’s avatar, powered by the latest large language model, has been sifting through all global and local fashion collections, across any brand, plus all of the ideas, sketches, social media posts, private conversations, videos and emails; all of...

Prabdev Singh, CEO of J.P. Morgan Chase Bank India, has stepped down from his role, leaving the bank approximately halfway through his three-year term. Singh, who received regulatory approval for his position in January 2023, has been with J.P. Morgan since 2010 and took over as CEO of the bank's...

A recent study by the Hospitality Women's Innovation Council (WIC), comprising hotel brand executives, managers, and innovators, reveals a significant gap in the current hotel technology landscape. Only 20% of hotel professionals feel that their existing tech infrastructure is adequate for achieving efficiency, cost savings, and providing optimal guest care....

Direct sourcing is an increasingly important strategy for big businesses negotiating the changing workforce management scene. Currently, sixty percent of major corporations use or intend to use a direct sourcing program. This change reflects the rising understanding that direct sourcing is an essential strategy for maximizing talent acquisition in a...

A significant transformation is underway in Thai family-owned businesses as they transition leadership and embrace generative AI (GenAI). This pivotal moment represents not just a leadership change but a strategic shift towards adopting innovative technology to secure future success. The latest survey of PwC indicates that Thai NextGen leaders have...

In the first half of 2024, all South African billionaires experienced an increase in their net worth despite a turbulent start to the year. The top six wealthiest individuals in the country have collectively gained $4.6 billion. However, this increment is minor compared to their combined wealth, now estimated at...

In our rapidly evolving technological landscape, educators are increasingly preoccupied with determining whether a piece of writing was generated by artificial intelligence. While concern is understandable, it may be time to accept that AI-assisted writing is ubiquitous—and that's not necessarily bad. Instead of fixating on the origin of the content, shift your focus to...

Yes, I founded and ran a successful company. I went to business school and was a management consultant to companies and government agencies. And, I’ve written a book, Create the Future, about how to make better decisions for your company when you have an exciting opportunity or face a major...

Rebiha Helimi, CEO and Founder of R&H Properties, recently organized an elite event at the prestigious Conrad Dubai, drawing key players from Africa's business elite and Dubai's top real estate developers. Esteemed attendees included representatives from major firms such as Emaar Properties, Nakheel, Meraas, Sobha Realty, Meydan Group, Deyaar, Omniyat,...

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) May 2024 survey reveals that 215 companies intend to reduce their workforce by 18 % from 2023 levels. The survey highlights that only 8 % of CEOs see hiring or talent retention as a solution to their growth challenges. Chief Executive Officers from over...