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Nearly seven in ten Americans now support creating a public fund that would give citizens a stake in AI company profits. The idea gained momentum as tech workers face layoffs while AI firms see record growth.
The UK government reversed plans to close Post Office branches, protecting all 11,500 locations nationwide after massive public support. The decision includes £483 million in funding to modernize services and move away from the scandal-plagued Horizon system.
Malaysia just launched its first public-private tech investment fund, bringing $4.5 million to help early-stage startups grow. The partnership aims to turn innovative ideas into real products that compete globally.
Nigeria's Works Minister is ordering contractors who've held government advance payments for years to finally start building—or lose future funding. The accountability push aims to stop companies from parking public funds in banks while roads and infrastructure projects sit unfinished.
After being cancelled in 2025 due to funding cuts, Perth's beloved Sculpture by the Sea is back at Cottesloe Beach thanks to massive public support and new funding. The free outdoor exhibition now features 70 artworks from around the world.
Anti-corruption officials in Nigeria just returned $800,000 in misused public funds to build schools for children. The money will now go toward infrastructure that improves lives across Enugu State.
Government-owned development banks already invest $36 billion yearly in renewable energy and could add $28 billion more by redirecting fossil fuel funding. Countries from Mexico to Germany are showing how these public banks can power a clean energy revolution on their own terms.
A powerful speech is challenging Ghana's mining industry to save lives, not just extract gold. The administrator of Ghana's Medical Trust Fund says it's time for companies to invest in hospitals and equipment that keep mining communities alive.
The University of Benin just made history by launching Nigeria's first trust development fund modeled after Oxford University's system. Alumni worldwide are being called to help build a sustainable future for public education.
Australia just secured its largest ever public hospital funding agreement, tripling previous investment to ease pressure on an aging healthcare system. The five-year deal brings states and federal government together to strengthen care for millions.
Ghana just passed a bill creating a permanent funding source for sports development, ending years of unpredictable financing that held back athletes and programs. The Ghana Olympic Committee says this game-changing fund will help national teams plan long-term and compete globally.
Namibia is directing government medical aid funds into public hospitals instead of private clinics, with leaders being asked to use the same facilities as everyday citizens. The move aims to rebuild healthcare infrastructure that's been underfunded for years.
New York City's $300 billion pension system slashed its carbon emissions by nearly half in just five years while delivering strong returns to retirees. The achievement puts the city's public pension funds years ahead of their climate goals.
Nigeria's government is making history by investing billions directly into its startup ecosystem as an equity partner, not just a regulator. Multiple state-backed funds launched in the past six months are channeling public money into high-growth tech companies across Africa's most populous nation.
Finland's innovation fund Sitra is betting big on the future with a record €200 million investment to transform public services using artificial intelligence and support homegrown companies. The bold move aims to save €500 million by 2030 while keeping Finland's best startups from moving abroad.
Dutch researchers can now access up to €760,000 in funding to solve global challenges using breakthrough technologies. The International Joint Initiative brings together scientists from multiple countries and fields to tackle everything from climate change to public health.
New York State just opened applications for $35 million in funding to install public electric vehicle chargers across the state. The Charge Ready NY program will help government agencies and universities build charging infrastructure accessible to everyone.
A former middle school in Sandy, Utah will become a community asset after the city agreed to purchase it for $17 million, preserving public use while funding the district's new innovation center. Both sides turned down private developers to keep the property serving the community.
Ghana's new Sports Fund isn't just for elite athletes. It's designed to give every citizen access to sports facilities and recreational spaces that promote health and community.
A groundbreaking study reveals that federal dollars go furthest in smaller cities, generating three times more transit ridership than in major metros. This discovery could transform how thousands of American towns build their public transportation future.
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