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Leaders in America's most innovative square mile gathered to discuss making artificial intelligence work for everyone, not just tech giants. The conversation focused on building community alongside breakthrough technology.
The Caribbean island of Curaçao is finalizing a poverty reduction plan that could transform life for nearly a third of its residents. Despite strong economic growth of 5.1%, about 30% of the population still struggles below the poverty line.
New research reveals women-founded startups use capital far more efficiently than male-founded companies, yet face a $1.7 trillion annual funding gap. Organizations are testing new solutions to unlock the economic potential of women business owners.
New research shows cash payments to families are slashing child poverty across Europe, with some countries seeing reductions of more than 16 percentage points. The findings reveal huge opportunities for nations to learn from each other and lift millions more children out of hardship.
While many sense our institutions are changing, new voices argue democracy isn't dying—it's evolving. A global conversation about renewal is replacing narratives of decline.
Over 100 wealthy Britons, including Gary Lineker and Richard Curtis, are asking Prime Minister Andy Burnham to raise their taxes. They say they can afford it and want to help fund a better Britain.
Taiwan just sent $10,000 NTD to every citizen and eligible resident using national surplus funds, doubling what many homeless workers earn in a month. The island nation is tackling its hidden poverty crisis with bold action.
A major global study reveals how raising living standards for billions, cutting work hours in half, and preventing climate disaster could all happen together. The solution requires tackling extreme wealth inequality head-on.
South Korea's Deputy Prime Minister says artificial intelligence profits should benefit everyone, not just tech giants. The bold vision comes as the nation grapples with how to share the windfall from its booming AI and semiconductor industries.
New research reveals electric vehicles were first adopted by wealthy Australians, but policymakers are now pushing targeted support to ensure everyone benefits from cleaner, cheaper transport. Australia's EV boom could narrow the gap instead of widening it.
African women lead the world in entrepreneurship rates but receive less than 1% of venture capital funding. A new initiative called timbuktoo is redesigning policy systems across eight countries to level the playing field.
Vietnamese women are reshaping the country's economy, holding nearly a third of leadership positions and owning one in five businesses. Their shift from workforce to boardroom is driving sustainable growth across Vietnam.