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How Developing Countries Can Benefit From Green Technologies

The Horizons Tracker

According to UNCTAD’s Technology and Innovation Report 2023 , there is a risk of increased economic inequality as developed countries are likely to benefit the most from green technologies, including artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and electric vehicles.

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The Slow Progress Being Made With AI In The UK

The Horizons Tracker

Countries across EMEA, including the UK, are lagging behind in AI and ML implementation, which can be hindering their competitive edge and innovation,” the authors say. The data reveals that UK organisations see AI and ML potential in a variety of business units, including IT (37%), finance (31%), operations (29%), and marketing (25%).

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To Innovate, Think Like a 19th-Century Barn Raiser

Harvard Business Review

Less obviously — but perhaps more importantly — it leverages community intelligence to produce the best barn design possible, and also creates and reinforces collaborative connections crucial for success in farming communities. And if you get those elements right, your initiative will have a better chance of being successful.

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A Survey of 3,000 Executives Reveals How Businesses Succeed with AI

Harvard Business Review

And AI success stories are becoming more numerous and diverse, from Amazon reaping operational efficiencies using its AI-powered Kiva warehouse robots, to GE keeping its industrial equipment running by leveraging AI for predictive maintenance. While investment in AI is heating up, corporate adoption of AI technologies is still lagging.

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Increase Your Company's Productivity With Social Media

Harvard Business Review

Here's how they did it, and how they're using social media tools to become more agile, to share knowledge, and to increase the speed of innovation. And, once it is built, they have a stake in its success." Senior executives studied the early adopters and tracked adoption rates in monthly meetings.

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60 Countries’ Digital Competitiveness, Indexed

Harvard Business Review

They have deep resources for innovation with the ability to accelerate the penetration and adoption of digital products. Innovation and change. They are leaders in driving innovation, building on their existing advantages in efficient and effective ways. Digital technologies are poised to change the future of work.

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Blockchain Could Make the Insurance Industry Much More Transparent

Harvard Business Review

In effect, they all had skin in the game, which remains one of the most elusive elements of modern finance. Rather, they can become early adopters of the technology. However, even these commodity offerings can find ways to innovate and survive. As with all such innovations, a global standards war is under way.