Drew Propson, Head of Technology and Innovation in Financial Services at the World Economic Forum, explains how sustainable growth, AI innovation, and a strong regulatory and talent infrastructure are reshaping global and MENA startup ecosystems.

Despite ongoing disagreements over economic and geopolitical shifts, there remains a strong commitment to collaboration, says Andrew Moose, Head of Innovation & Health Systems Transformation, at WEF.

The Annual Meeting on Cybersecurity, held jointly with the Global Future Councils, focused on strengthening global cooperation to enhance digital trust, resilience and collective readiness for emerging threats.

The report, Jobs of Tomorrow: Technology and the Future of the World's Largest Workforces, developed by the WEF's Global Future Council on Jobs and Frontier Technology, examines seven job families where technological transformation will likely have the greatest global impact.

The World Economic Forum will convene more than 500 experts from government, business, academia, international organizations, civil society and media, alongside 150 of the world’s foremost cybersecurity leaders

DUBAI, UAE – A powerful confluence of more than 500 experts and 150 cybersecurity leaders has converged in Dubai for the World Economic Forum's inaugural joint session of the Annual Meetings of the Global Future Councils and Cybersecurity. The crucial, three-day summit, running from October 14 to 16, 2025, is...

Geneva, Switzerland -- An investigation conducted by the World Economic Forum's board on Friday cleared the body's founder Klaus Schwab and his wife of wrongdoing, after a probe into whistleblower complaints. "Following a thorough review of all facts, the Board has concluded that ... there is no evidence of material...

The World Economic Forum has named BlackRock CEO Larry Fink and Swiss entrepreneur André Hoffmann as interim co-chairs, with both leaders vowing to steer the organization into “a new chapter” focused on global collaboration and shared prosperity.

Agentic AI, spatial intelligence and robotic advancements in manipulation and adaptive control are enabling autonomous systems to make intelligent decisions in complex environments, driving progress in automotive and smart manufacturing.

Geneva, Switzerland – The World Economic Forum today released a new report examining how emerging technology combinations are reshaping industries and how business leaders can harness these insights to guide investment, build capabilities and position ecosystems strategically. It also offers valuable insights to policy-makers by highlighting how emerging technologies intersect...

Geneva, Switzerland – The global economic outlook has worsened since the start of the year, as rising economic nationalism and tariff volatility fuel uncertainty and risk stalling long-term decision-making, according to a World Economic Forum report released today. The latest Chief Economists Outlook reveals that a strong majority (79 percent)...

Geneva, Switzerland -- The World Economic Forum said on Monday that its founder Klaus Schwab has stepped down from the board, turning a page in the history of the organization that hosts the annual meeting of wealthy, famous and influential global elites at the luxury Swiss ski resort of Davos....

Stocks later rallied after Trump announced a 90-day pause on additional higher tariffs that were set to impact around 80 countries. Today, trade tensions persist as governments and business leaders negotiate tariffs rates and exemption policies, fuelling uncertainty and turbulence in financial markets, he adds.

Easier commutes with faster, quieter, and eco-friendly vehicles would reduce travel times significantly and reduce stress for urban residents, says Satyanarayanan Chakravarthy, member of the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on the Future of Autonomous Mobility.

The Trump administration’s trade tariffs and withdrawal from the Paris Agreement pose major risks to global economic growth and energy markets. Meanwhile, record energy investment surpassing $1.5 trillion signals cautious optimism, yet low-carbon spending remains stagnant. OPEC+ faces challenges in maintaining oil prices amid resilient non-OPEC supply, adding further uncertainty...

Davos, Switzerland -- In an age where artificial intelligence is reshaping our lives, the World Economic Forum's Arts and Culture program showcased the cohabitation of technology and human creativity with a key focus on our shared humanity. TRENDS sat down with Joseph Fowler, Head of Arts and Culture at the...

Davos, Switzerland -- The Middle East, Africa, and India have an important role and influence in shaping the evolving world order and driving innovation, particularly in technology adoption and sustainable practices, said Ram Ramachandran, Senior VP India, Middle East, and Africa at Tech Mahindra, India’s leading provider of technology consulting and...

Davos, Switzerland – Mark Elsner, Head, Global Risks Initiative, World Economic Forum sat with TRENDS during WEF’s summit in Davos to discuss the key issues addressed in The Global Risks Report 2025 with insights from over 900 experts who identified state-based armed conflict as the most immediate risk for 2025. Misinformation and disinformation...

Davos, Switzerland -- Peter-Lucas Jones, a Kaitaia native, who has been listed in the prestigious Time100 AI 2024 List, was one of the contributors to the engaging discussions at the World Economic Forum in Davos last week. Jones is a leader of a kaimahi team that created a suite of...

DAVOS: The future of global collaborations is being shaped by innovation and the ubiquitous embrace of immersive technologies, which continue to drive industry transformations. For a glimpse into this future, TRENDS spoke with Chieh Huang, President of WEF’s Global Collaboration Village, during last week’s Davos meeting to discuss how VR...

Davos, Switzerland -- In the next five years, millions of jobs will be created. Governments, employers, and education institutions, therefore, need to ready themselves for taking advantage of this opportunity, says Till Leopold, Head of Work, Wages and Job Creation at the World Economic Forum. Leopold spoke with TRENDS at...

Lyten, a Silicon Valley-based company, is revolutionizing the energy storage market with its groundbreaking lithium-sulfur battery technology. These batteries offer significantly higher energy density and are significantly lighter than traditional lithium-ion batteries while eliminating the need for environmentally harmful mined minerals. Laszlo Horvath is responsible for international business development at...

Beyond AI, new technologies will leverage artificial intelligence to drive the next phase of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Alphaeus Hanson, Chair of Jacksonville Global Shapers tells TRENDS in an interview.

DAVOS, Switzerland -- Bilel Al Souaied is an entrepreneur and venture capitalist. He is the COO of Cytomate, a leading provider of security posture management and threat intelligence products. Bilel is attending Davos with the Global Shavers Community, a World Economic Forum initiative and the only youth delegation participating in...

Davos, Switzerland -- Aziz Abakirov, the CEO of the High Technology Park of the Kyrgyz Republic, represents a unique initiative aimed at positioning Kyrgyzstan as a global hub for technology and innovation. In an interview with TRENDS at Davos, Abakirov shares insights about the country’s vision, its human capital, and...

Davos, Switzerland -- Some of the biggest problems in the world today are systemic problems, which cannot be resolved with individual interventions or by working in silos, says Fredrik Galtung, Co-Chief Facilitator Catalyst Now. He shared his insights on the Social Innovation House at Davos 2025 and other collaborative efforts...

Davos, Switzerland -- The World Economic Forum (WEF) has announced signing agreements for three new Centers for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) launching in 2025. Additionally, the WEF announced that the C4IR United Arab Emirates has been renewed. The upcoming centers in Muscat, Pretoria, and Riyadh will tackle critical global...

Davos, Switzerland - The world is grappling with challenges that demand collective action, but rising nationalism and geopolitical tensions are making cooperation increasingly difficult, Dr. Masood Ahmed, the president emeritus of the Center for Global Development, told TRENDS in an exclusive interview at the Davos meeting of the World Economic...

A survey of over 900 experts reveals state-based armed conflict as the most pressing global risk for 2025, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions and global fragmentation in cooperation and governance

Geneva, Switzerland – The global economy is set to face significant challenges in 2025, with 56 percent of chief economists surveyed expecting conditions to weaken, according to the latest Chief Economists Outlook from the World Economic Forum. Only 17 percent foresee an improvement, pointing to heightened uncertainty in key regions and...

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia -- Aramco's North Ghawar Oil Producing Complex has become the company's fifth facility to be added to the World Economic Forum Global Lighthouse Network, having been recognized for its comprehensive adoption of advanced Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies that support its operational and environmental performance.Aramco said in...

The complexity arises from the rapid growth of emerging technologies, prevailing geopolitical uncertainty and the evolution of threats, says WEF's Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025 Report.

The widening skills gap challenges employers, with over 59% of the workforce needing reskilling while millions risk redundancy due to insufficient training for future job market demands.

In 2024, cybersecurity remained central, addressing skill gaps and the impact of generative AI. A Strategic Cybersecurity Talent Framework offered solutions to workforce shortages, while reports underscored resilience against rising cyber risks. The global outage in July and ongoing cybercrime challenges reinforced the need for collaborative efforts to protect economies...

The rise of the gig economy has led to significant shifts in employment, with workers increasingly balancing multiple income streams. While it offers flexibility, the lack of benefits and job security remains a concern. As the market grows, finding a fair balance between innovation and worker protection will be key,...

While AI accelerates the detection and management of threats, cybercriminals also leverage this technology for sophisticated attacks, says WEF's cybersecurity expert Filipe Beato.

AI systems exceeding human capabilities across all fields could render many jobs obsolete in a decade, Stuart Russell, Professor of Computer Science at the University of California, Berkeley told TRENDS in an exclusive interview.

The two countries have adopted a people-centric and collaborative upskilling approach, says Till Leopold, Interim Head of Knowledge Communities at WEF.

The UAE has agile governance and it is not beholden to short-termism, Maroun Kairouz, Head of Regional Agenda for the MENA region at WEF, tells TRENDS.

Over 500 experts gathered at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting of the Global Future Councils 2024 in Dubai to address the world’s most pressing issues related to economic inequality, climate emergency and geopolitical tensions.

More than 500 experts are expected to attend the meeting. Amid a rapidly shifting global landscape of geopolitical tensions, climate emergency and economic inequality, the meeting will provide a crucial space for collaborative, innovative thinking.

Age bias in the world of work is real. But it is more complex and nuanced than the common narrative around ageism. Individuals struggle to return to work for many reasons. There are five interrelated dimensions we are seeing, all of which will require ecosystem-based solutions.

Geneva, Switzerland – A recent report by the World Economic Forum (WEF) highlights the growing concern that unequal access to green financing and technologies could worsen existing economic inequalities. The report, Accelerating an Equitable Transition: A Data-Driven Approach, stresses the urgent need for an institutional response to ensure that the...

Geneva, Switzerland – The latest Chief Economists Outlook released on May 29 presents a growing sense of cautious optimism about the global economy in 2024. More than eight in ten chief economists expect the global economy to either strengthen or remain stable this year – nearly double the proportion in...

Saudi Arabia and the UAE are the only high-income economies to rank among the top 10 most improved economies between 2019 and 2024, a WEF report says.

Gabriel Chahine, Middle East Lead for AlixPartners, discusses the significance of the World Economic Forum in Riyadh, economic outlook, AI, and strategies for businesses.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Arabia has called for a "real commitment to a two-state solution that is a credible, irreversible path to a Palestinian state". At the World Economic Forum Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development aimed at dialogues to tackle the most pressing geopolitical, social...

The two-day World Economic Forum special meeting, scheduled to begin in Riyadh on Sunday, includes in its official program appearances by the Saudi, Jordanian, Egyptian and Turkish foreign ministers. A Gaza-focused session is set to feature newly appointed Palestinian prime minister Mohammed Mustafa among others.

Technology investment and corporate partnerships can play a crucial role in driving significant emission reduction, Hans Kobler of Energy Impact Partners tells TRENDS.

China's GDP is expected to grow 5 percent this year as the country has significantly recovered from COVID-19, Xiaoyan Zhang of Tsinghua University tells TRENDS.