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Amidst the considerable hype around AI and its seemingly endless possibilities, the technology’s proponents and critics alike can be prone to embellishment – making the extent of its investment potential difficult to ascertain. ‘Revolutionising’. ‘Unbiased’. ‘Productivity gains’. ‘Impersonal’. ‘Unethical’. ‘Make humans obsolete’. All these and more have been attributed to...

Kiran Khawaja, CEO of Fajar Realty, received the "Top Female CEO Of The Year" award at the Saga Awards, held on March 3, 2024, at the Dusit Thani Hotel in Dubai. The award was presented by Bollywood star Suniel Shetty, recognizing Khawaja's significant contributions to the real estate industry. The...

Emerging economies have been pivotal in shaping global agricultural market trends over the past 20 years and are anticipated to continue this influence in the coming decade, according to a recent report by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) and the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and...

Annually, CEOWORLD magazine compiles a list of top books in business, technology, workplace culture, and more, endorsed by influential leaders like CEOs, CFOs, senior executives, business leaders, private equity investors, investment bankers, and high-net-worth individuals. Make sure to delve into their 2024 annual book recommendations for an exceptional read! Have...

India is rapidly closing the gap with China and Vietnam in the realm of mobile phone exports. While China still leads, India is making significant strides. Chinese exports declined by 2.8% to $132.5 billion in FY24, and Vietnam experienced a more substantial drop of 17.6% to $26.27 billion. In contrast,...

Asia's manufacturing sector saw robust growth in June, driven by strong global economic momentum and improved semiconductor output prospects, according to surveys released on Monday (Jul 1). This positive trend offers some optimism that the region can withstand the impact of weak Chinese demand. However, rising costs presented challenges for...

In a recent conversation with Vishal Punwani, CEO and co-founder of SoWork, we explored the innovative realm of virtual workplaces—a concept that has gained remarkable traction in the post-pandemic era. Vishal shared key insights into how virtual environments can transform the dynamics of remote and hybrid work. A Solution Born...

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has extended the contract of CEO Bill Kramer, ensuring his leadership through July 2028. Kramer, who assumed the role in June 2022 following Dawn Hudson's departure, had his contract renewed ahead of its original 2025 expiration date. In his extended tenure,...

A new survey by PwC, involving over 56,000 workers across 50 countries, reveals that employees are prioritizing long-term skills growth to advance their careers despite increasing workloads and workplace changes. Key findings from PwC's 2024 Global Workforce Hopes & Fears Survey indicate that 45% of workers have experienced rising workloads...

Fake websites, also known as phishing websites, are designed to trick unsuspecting users into providing sensitive information such as login credentials, personal information, or financial details. These fake websites can be created for various malicious purposes such as stealing personal information, distributing malware, or conducting fraudulent activities. But how can...