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Twenty out of 27 European Union countries have strengthened their startup ecosystems since 2020, proving smart policies drive real innovation. The first-ever European Startup and Scaleup Scoreboard shows how supportive regulations are transforming Europe into a global tech powerhouse.
New York just became the first state to ban smart glasses in every courthouse, protecting privacy while courts adapt to new technology. Starting July 20, visitors must check their devices before entering any of the state's 1,240 courts.
Countries with targeted climate policies are cutting carbon emissions significantly faster than those without them. A groundbreaking study analyzing nearly 4,000 policies shows these efforts prevented 3 billion tons of CO₂ in 2022 alone.
Scientists cracked the code on which climate policies actually work by analyzing 1,737 measures across 40 countries over three decades. The answer: 28 specific policies consistently reduce emissions, giving world leaders a proven playbook for climate action.
Nigeria's fintech success story isn't about startups outsmarting regulators. It's about two decades of careful infrastructure building that created Africa's most vibrant digital economy.
China is crafting its first national policy to help workers adapt as artificial intelligence reshapes jobs across industries. The plan includes massive training programs and new protections for gig workers.
Kazakhstan and Japan are joining forces to transform urban living through cutting-edge Smart City technology. The partnership could reshape how millions experience city life across Central Asia.
Female leaders in Barbados, Finland, and Tanzania are proving that bold social policies can dramatically reduce poverty. From climate finance reform to universal health care, their approaches are changing lives and reshaping what's possible.
Elizabeth Smart, kidnapped at 14 in 2002, now competes in bodybuilding to celebrate her body after years of trauma. Four competitions in, she's found unexpected confidence and self-acceptance.
India's Kerala state just passed sweeping new policies designed to protect women's rights and support healthy aging for seniors. The updated frameworks aim to end discrimination and ensure equal representation across all sectors of society.
Child safety advocate Elizabeth Smart revealed she's been competing in bodybuilding competitions, overcoming deep fears about judgment to share her empowering new journey. The survivor of a traumatic kidnapping says the experience helped her recognize feelings familiar to too many survivors.
Elizabeth Smart, kidnapped at 14 and held captive for nine months, now uses her story to help other survivors feel less alone. Her new Netflix documentary reveals how she transformed shame into advocacy and why sharing survivor stories matters more than ever.
Ethiopia just opened a groundbreaking Policy Hub designed to transform how academic research informs real government decisions. The initiative promises to turn scholarly insights into action that improves millions of lives.
Survivor advocate Elizabeth Smart just competed in her first bodybuilding competition at 38, sharing a powerful message about reclaiming strength and refusing shame. Her journey from trauma survivor to advocate to bodybuilder shows the many forms healing can take.
More than a decade after Google Glass flopped, Google is trying again with AI-powered smart glasses launching this autumn. The new glasses will feature a camera, built-in speakers, and hands-free Gemini AI assistance.
Emmy winner Jean Smart ignored chest pressure for months, thinking she was out of shape. Her decision to finally call her doctor led to emergency triple-bypass surgery that saved her life.
Smart Africa and Rwanda's Certa Foundation just joined forces to help African governments build stronger digital policies and train the next generation of tech leaders. The partnership aims to tackle infrastructure gaps while ensuring Africa controls its own digital destiny.
Ghana just unveiled a new national policy that positions arts and culture as engines for economic growth and job creation. The strategic plan connects heritage preservation with sustainable development goals reaching to 2030.
More than a decade after Google Glass flopped, the tech giant is returning to smart eyewear with AI-powered glasses launching this fall. The new glasses feature Gemini AI, cameras, and speakers in partnerships with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster.
Ghana just unveiled a bold new framework to give every child under eight the strongest possible start in life. The revised policy brings together health, nutrition, education, and family support in one coordinated national effort.
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