IMF Video: آفاق الاقتصاد الإقليمي للشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيا، أبريل/نيسان 2024

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الصراع في غزة وإسرائيل، الذي يؤدي إلى معاناة إنسانية جمَّة، يزيد التحديات القائمة في منطقة الشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيا. جهاد أزعور، مدير إدارة الشرق الأوسط وآسيا الوسطى بصندوق النقد الدولي، يوضح هذه المسألة IMF.org/MENA

Published: 22nd Apr 2024 01:41:48   By: IMF

IMF Video: AI Digital Gap: Making AI Accessible to All | New Economy Forum

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AI is increasingly reshaping economies, societies, and growth trajectories. While its potential is immense, ensuring the equitable distribution of its benefits has become a pressing concern for policymakers, economists and technology firms both domestically, and globally. This discussion explores the conditions required to benefit from this AI revolution – ranging from infrastructure and human capital to fiscal measures – and the potential risks to deepen inequalities and trigger geopolitical tensions. https://www.imfconnect.org/content/imf/en/annual-meetings/calendar/open/2024/04/17/183616.html

Published: 22nd Apr 2024 11:56:13   By: IMF

IMF Video: A GovTech Playbook: Lessons Learned from Cross-Country Experiences | New Economy Forum

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In this panel discussion, experts from around the world shared their experiences and insights on how governments are embracing GovTech to revolutionize governance, promote fiscal responsibility, and enhance citizen services. The panelists highlighted the successes and lessons learned from past initiatives, emphasizing how countries are fortifying their institutional capacities and harnessing the power of technology to propel their government services and operations into the digital age. The discussion shed light on how nations are leveraging digital advancements to ensure the equitable distribution of benefits to all citizens. The esteemed panelists delved into practical experiences and identified the critical elements necessary for the successful adoption of GovTech across diverse global contexts. https://www.imfconnect.org/content/imf/en/annual-meetings/calendar/open/2024/04/17/182904.html

Published: 22nd Apr 2024 11:52:39   By: IMF

IMF Video: Leveraging Fiscal Rules and Frameworks to Navigate Today's Fiscal Challenges

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For the 14th edition of the IMF Fiscal Forum, current and former senior policymakers & leading scholars discuss their experience and best practices in the design and implementation of rules-based fiscal frameworks to find the right balance in navigating current challenges.

Published: 21st Apr 2024 04:53:03   By: IMF

IMF Video: Press Briefing: Regional Economic Outlook for the Western Hemisphere, April 2024

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Published: 20th Apr 2024 07:45:46   By: IMF

World Economic Forum Video: Gen AI: Boon or Bane for Creativity? | Davos 2024 | World Economic Forum

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Advances in technology are driving us towards a world of AI-augmented products and services, hailing new forms of interaction and a future where creativity and technology intertwine at a deeper level. What is the impending impact on creativity and cognition? The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change. The 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum will provide a crucial space to focus on the fundamental principles driving trust, including transparency, consistency and accountability. This Annual Meeting will welcome over 100 governments, all major international organizations, 1000 Forum’s Partners, as well as civil society leaders, experts, youth representatives, social entrepreneurs, and news outlets. The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change. World Economic Forum Website ► http://www.weforum.org/ Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/worldeconomicforum/ YouTube ► https://www.youtube.com/wef Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/worldeconomicforum/  Twitter ► https://twitter.com/wef LinkedIn ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-economic-forum TikTok ► https://www.tiktok.com/@worldeconomicforum Flipboard ► https://flipboard.com/@WEF #Davos2024 #WorldEconomicForum #wef24

Published: 23rd Apr 2024 11:00:31   By: World Economic Forum

World Economic Forum Video: Building Equitable Transitions: Green and Fair | Davos 2024 | World Economic Forum

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The promise of net zero in energy, transport, agriculture, housing and infrastructure will be unmet if the societal impact on jobs, access and affordability is not considered. How can we align ambitious sectoral transitions with equitable and socially responsible outcomes? This session is linked to the Equitable Transition Initiative of the World Economic Forum. The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change. The 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum will provide a crucial space to focus on the fundamental principles driving trust, including transparency, consistency and accountability. This Annual Meeting will welcome over 100 governments, all major international organizations, 1000 Forum’s Partners, as well as civil society leaders, experts, youth representatives, social entrepreneurs, and news outlets. The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change. World Economic Forum Website ► http://www.weforum.org/ Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/worldeconomicforum/ YouTube ► https://www.youtube.com/wef Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/worldeconomicforum/  Twitter ► https://twitter.com/wef LinkedIn ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-economic-forum TikTok ► https://www.tiktok.com/@worldeconomicforum Flipboard ► https://flipboard.com/@WEF #Davos2024 #WorldEconomicForum #wef24

Published: 22nd Apr 2024 11:00:36   By: World Economic Forum

World Economic Forum Video: Davos 2024: The Battle for Chips

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In a significant heightening of the battle for global pre-eminence in the semiconductor industry, export bans on certain types of advanced chips, including those used to develop AI, have come into effect. What impact will these restrictions have on both innovation and the competitive landscape in advanced chipmaking as the industry takes centre stage in power relations between the major global economies? This is the full audio from a session at the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting in Davos on 17 January, 2024. Watch it here: https://www.weforum.org/events/world-economic-forum-annual-meeting-2024/sessions/the-battle-for-chips/ Speakers: Nicholas Thompson, Chief Executive Officer, The Atlantic Micky Adriaansens, Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy of the Netherlands Chris Miller, Associate Professor, The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Railways; Minister of Communications; and Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, Ministry of Railways of India Arati Prabhakar, Director, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Links: World Economic Forum's Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution: https://centres.weforum.org/centre-for-the-fourth-industrial-revolution/home (https://centres.weforum.org/centre-nature-and-climate/home) Check out all our podcasts on wef.ch/podcasts (http://wef.ch/podcasts) : YouTube: (https://www.youtube.com/@wef/podcasts) - https://www.youtube.com/@wef/podcasts Radio Davos (https://www.weforum.org/podcasts/radio-davos) - subscribe (https://pod.link/1504682164) : https://pod.link/1504682164 Meet the Leader (https://www.weforum.org/podcasts/meet-the-leader) - subscribe (https://pod.link/1534915560) : https://pod.link/1534915560 Agenda Dialogues (https://www.weforum.org/podcasts/agenda-dialogues) - subscribe (https://pod.link/1574956552) : https://pod.link/1574956552 Join the World Economic Forum Podcast Club (https://www.facebook.com/groups/wefpodcastclub) : https://www.facebook.com/groups/wefpodcastclub

Published: 22nd Apr 2024 06:49:21   By: World Economic Forum

World Economic Forum Video: History-making in the High Seas | Davos 2024 | World Economic Forum

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In 2023, the High Seas Treaty was signed into force, marking the end of more than a decade of multilateral negotiations. This agreement provides for the global governance of 95% of the ocean volume, addressing pollution, overfishing, climate change and biodiversity loss. What are the implications for business and government in this new compact and how can stakeholders collaborate to exercise collective stewardship? The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change. The 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum will provide a crucial space to focus on the fundamental principles driving trust, including transparency, consistency and accountability. This Annual Meeting will welcome over 100 governments, all major international organizations, 1000 Forum’s Partners, as well as civil society leaders, experts, youth representatives, social entrepreneurs, and news outlets. The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change. World Economic Forum Website ► http://www.weforum.org/ Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/worldeconomicforum/ YouTube ► https://www.youtube.com/wef Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/worldeconomicforum/  Twitter ► https://twitter.com/wef LinkedIn ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-economic-forum TikTok ► https://www.tiktok.com/@worldeconomicforum Flipboard ► https://flipboard.com/@WEF #Davos2024 #WorldEconomicForum #wef24

Published: 21st Apr 2024 11:00:00   By: World Economic Forum

World Economic Forum Video: EU To Ban Single-Use Plastics & Understanding the 'Living Wage' | WEF | Top Stories of the Week

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This week's top stories of the week include: 0:15 EU to ban single-use plastics – The European Union (EU) is taking a significant step towards reducing plastic waste by banning single-use plastics by 2030. This initiative is part of a broader plan to make packaging more sustainable across the EU. 1:44 Malaysia's semiconductor boom – Malaysia’s semiconductor industry is booming. It’s centred in Penang. A state in northern Malaysia. Major players from Europe and the US are setting up shop or expanding existing operations. As they seek to build new global supply chains for these vital components. 3:23 Heat risks for pregnant workers – One study has shown that it can double the risk of miscarriages and stillbirths and make low birth weights more likely. The study’s authors are calling for updated heat advice for pregnant mothers globally. 4:48 Understanding the 'living wage' – Across the world, 24% of employers now pay a living wage, while 54% of the rest expect to in the next 5 years according to a survey by PwC and WageIndicator. A living wage pays enough to provide a decent standard of living for both a worker and their family. _____________________________________________ The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change. World Economic Forum Website ► http://www.weforum.org/ Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/worldeconomicforum/ YouTube ► https://www.youtube.com/wef Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/worldeconomicforum/  Twitter ► https://twitter.com/wef LinkedIn ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-economic-forum TikTok ► https://www.tiktok.com/@worldeconomicforum Flipboard ► https://flipboard.com/@WEF #WorldEconomicForum

Published: 20th Apr 2024 12:00:30   By: World Economic Forum

Economic Video: Tesla set to report earnings: Here's what to expect

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Garrett Nelson, CFRA senior equity research analyst, joins 'Squawk Box' to preview Tesla's upcoming quarterly earnings results after the bell today.

Published: 23rd Apr 2024 12:00:19   By: CNBC Television

Economic Video: April 23, 2024 | Tesla drags down EV market; GM posts encouraging earnings

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April 23, 2024 | Tesla drags down EV market; GM posts encouraging earnings by Automotive News

Published: 23rd Apr 2024 05:08:27   By: Automotive News

Economic Video: Brightline West holds Las Vegas groundbreaking

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The new 218-mile high-speed rail system will connect Las Vegas to Southern California and is set create over $10 billion in economic impact for Nevada and California.

Published: 23rd Apr 2024 03:15:37   By: KTNV Channel 13 Las Vegas

Economic Video: US stocks end higher with Big Tech earnings in view | REUTERS

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US stocks bounced back after multiple sessions of selloffs as investors eyed key corporate results in the week ahead. #News #wallstreet #business #Reuters #Newsfeed Read the story here: https://reut.rs/3U9aL43 👉 Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/reuterssubscribe Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Published: 22nd Apr 2024 11:00:58   By: Reuters

Economic Video: Express files for bankruptcy, closes 100 stores

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The Express at NorthPark mall in Dallas will remain open. Sales at closing stores begin today.

Published: 23rd Apr 2024 12:00:55   By: WFAA

Business Video: Forbes editor predicts Trump stock prices could fall another 90%

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Trump Media & Technology Group’s stock is tumbling again after the company announced a potentially massive new influx of shares. Forbes editor Dan Alexander reacts. #CNN #News

Published: 16th Apr 2024 12:30:13   By: CNN

Business Video: Boeing 737-800 engine cover falls off during Southwest flight

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A Houston-bound Boeing 737-800 plane operated by Southwest Airlines returned safely to Denver International Airport on Sunday after an engine cover fell off and struck the wing flap, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The agency said it will investigate. In recorded air traffic control audio, one of the pilots said that “several passengers and flight attendants heard something loud hit the wing.” In a statement to CNN, Southwest said passengers would take another plane to Houston and would be approximately three hours behind schedule. “We apologize for the inconvenience of their delay but place our highest priority on ultimate Safety for our Customers and Employees,” the statement said. Southwest said no injuries were reported. Boeing declined to comment and referred CNN to Southwest for information about plane and fleet operations. #boeing #CNN #News

Published: 8th Apr 2024 12:10:48   By: CNN

Business Video: Ne-Yo on AI impact on music: 'How is it creative to mimic me?'

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Grammy award-winning artist Ne-Yo joins CNN's Laura Coates to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on the music industry. #CNN #News

Published: 5th Apr 2024 11:00:07   By: CNN

Business Video: Fallon rips Trump’s Truth Social stock plunge

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Late night host Jimmy Fallon poked fun at former President Donald Trump after shares of stocks in his social media platform, Truth Social, plunged over an SEC filing that revealed the company lost millions in revenue in 2023. #cnn #news

Published: 2nd Apr 2024 09:56:55   By: CNN

Business Video: Tesla sales plunge far more than expected

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Tesla posted its first annual drop in sales since the first year of the pandemic, as increased electric vehicle competition from Chinese and Western automakers ate into demand. #CNN #News

Published: 2nd Apr 2024 05:44:37   By: CNN