Economy

The World Drought Atlas: Global effects of drought on economies and communities

The European Commission's Joint Research Centre and the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification have released the World Drought Atlas, which reveals the current conditions and the risks.

European parliament approves Von Der Leyen’s new commission team

The European Parliament has officially approved Ursula von der Leyen’s new team for the European Commission, just ahead of the Commission that began works on December 1, 2024.

Building a resilient AI infrastructure: Protecting national security in the digital age

AI is quickly becoming a crucial part of innovation in sectors like healthcare, energy, cybersecurity, and defence. However, securing robust and safe AI infrastructure is a growing concern for governments and federal agencies.

How councils can ensure success with commercial ventures whilst serving the community 

City councils are not businesses, but there are areas where they can act more commercially while still ensuring they always act for the public good.

NASA’s economic and educational impact on California

In the 2023 fiscal year, NASA's investments helped support 66,208 jobs in California.

Poland doubles contribution to World Bank’s IDA fund to support low-income countries

The Polish government has promised to double its contribution to the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA) fund, committing 37 million euros over the next nine years.

Encouraging economic growth: Building trust and confidence in nuclear energy

The people of the USA do not feel economic growth, whatever the published indices may say. That is why they have elected Trump, a development that is unlikely to give them the growth they seek.

Global climate hazards and the way to resilience

1.2 billion people around the world are at risk of life-altering impacts from climate hazards like heatwaves, flooding, hurricanes, and drought.

e-Invoicing: Some positive signs going into the autumn budget

As the UK government stares into a £22 Billion deficit black hole, and we all share the doom and gloom of potential tax rises in the autumn budget, there has at least been some positive news in the run-up to the 30th of October, and it should not be understated.

New data use bill hopes to transform public services and boost the UK economy

The new Data Use and Access Bill was recently introduced in Parliament. It aims to improve public services and add £10 billion to the UK economy over the next decade.

Rising debt and less aid: The struggle of the world’s poorest economies

Recent World Bank analysis shows how the 26 poorest economies are facing worsening challenges and vulnerabilities.

UK Government pledges almost £22bn for carbon capture projects

Sir Keir Starmer has announced £21.7 billion of funding for 2 carbon capture projects in Teeside and Merseyside over 25 years.

Grocery prices in Great Britain rise for the first time in 17 months

Grocery prices in Great Britain have increased for the first time in 17 months, posing renewed challenges for shoppers already struggling with the cost of living.

Transforming the Amazon rainforest economies

An international team of conservationists and researchers has revealed a visionary economic model aimed at safeguarding the Amazon rainforest while improving the lives of its indigenous and rural communities.

Urbanisation and sustainability: How the Netherlands is pioneering green urban development

As the global urban population is projected to increase to 2.5 billion people by 2050, cities face immense environmental challenges.

Local authority partnerships encourage small cells delivery

Ali Akhtar, Head of Acquisitions, at BT Wholesale, explains how strong local authority partnerships are central to unlocking small cell connectivity.

How the Financial Services sector can enhance cyber security capabilities in 2024

According to a study by e2e-assure, the UK’s leading Threat Detection & Response provider, 44% of Financial Services organisations say their cyber security providers are underperforming.

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