The Digital Transformation followed the Industrial Revolution, and now we find ourselves amid a remote work revolution. With employees seeking greater flexibility, companies worldwide are reevaluating their business models to attract and retain top talent. As a result, various sectors, job roles, and countries are quickly adapting to a future...

The "Fall 2024 Fortune/Deloitte CEO Survey" reveals a sharp uptick in CEO confidence regarding the global economy, marking a significant improvement from the summer survey. This optimism appears to be driven by factors such as expectations of a favorable tax environment, reduced regulation, and support for mergers and acquisitions (M&A)....

Language services provider BLEND has announced the appointment of Yoav Ziv as its new CEO. Ziv, a seasoned professional with 27 years of experience in business and technology, including executive roles at Amdocs, succeeds Yair Tal, who has held the position since 2019. In a press release discussing the transition,...

British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, has unveiled a new initiative under its recently launched $127 million Mobilisation Facility. The program aims to enhance the flow of private capital into emerging economies that are often considered too high-risk for global investors. Emerging markets, which...

Zurich's UK branch has announced Drazen Jaksic as its new CEO, succeeding Tim Bailey, who has led Zurich UK since January 2021. The transition marks a significant leadership change for one of Zurich’s primary markets. Alison Martin, CEO of EMEA & Bank Distribution, expressed her confidence in Jaksic's abilities, noting...

As it celebrates four decades since its founding in Lomé, Togo, Ecobank Transnational Incorporated stands at the crossroads of change, navigating a dramatically altered financial landscape. The bank, with the broadest footprint across West and Central Africa, is operating in a world reshaped by technological advancements and evolving customer demands,...

Global efforts to decarbonize heavy industries such as steel, cement, and chemicals are gaining momentum, with approximately $1 trillion worth of projects currently under development. These industries collectively account for over 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions, emphasizing the urgency of addressing their environmental impact. The challenge lies in securing...

The United States has imposed sanctions on Kapila Chandrasena, the former CEO of SriLankan Airlines, as part of a broader anti-corruption initiative. Chandrasena, who led the airline from 2011 to 2015, was among 14 individuals designated for sanctions on December 9, 2024, coinciding with International Anti-Corruption Day. According to a...

Elon Musk, the world’s wealthiest individual, has achieved a historic milestone as his net worth exceeded $400 billion. By Wednesday afternoon, his assets—comprising Tesla, SpaceX, and xAI—were valued at an estimated $428 billion. This places Musk in a league of his own, with a fortune larger than any other billionaire...