The European Institute of Innovation & Technology (EIT), a key player in Horizon Europe, has made significant strides in addressing the skills shortage in Europe. By fostering partnerships between business, academia, and research, EIT has developed a comprehensive suite of skilling programmes that have successfully trained over 880,000 learners. These initiatives are designed to equip […]
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The concept of a “duty of care” in business and governance refers to the obligation that leaders, organizations, and governments have to ensure the well-being, safety, and interests of their employees, customers, and the broader society. In both governance and business, this unspoken but vital principle calls for the responsible and ethical treatment of stakeholders. […]
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Equinor, the Norwegian energy giant, has officially concluded its nearly 31-year business presence in Nigeria, finalizing the sale of its oil assets on December 6, 2024. The divestment, valued at up to $1.2 billion, includes a $710 million purchase price, with the remainder contingent on future performance payments. Philippe Mathieu, Equinor’s Executive Vice President for […]
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Ahead of the Welsh Government’s budget announcement today 10/12/2024, retailers in Wales are calling for a pro-business approach to address the financial challenges currently impacting the sector. Industry leaders are urging Ministers to focus on supporting economic growth, avoiding unnecessary burdens on businesses, and fostering an environment conducive to retail success. Trudy Davies, owner of […]
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Carlos Tavares, the former CEO of Stellantis, has stepped down following a series of crises that shook the company. Once regarded as a key architect behind Stellantis’ formation and strategic direction, Tavares’ sudden resignation comes after a period of mounting challenges, particularly in the critical North American market. His departure marks the end of an […]
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Ant Group has announced significant leadership changes, with Cyril Han, the company’s current president and CFO, set to take over the role of CEO from Eric Jing, who will continue to serve as the company’s chair. The leadership shift, which will take effect on March 1, 2025, was revealed on the occasion of the company’s […]
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Predictive analytics is revolutionizing decision-making processes across various industries by transforming how organizations analyze data, anticipate trends, and make strategic choices. At its core, predictive analytics leverages historical data, statistical algorithms, and machine learning techniques to forecast potential outcomes and inform decisions. While human intuition and judgment remain integral to decision-making, predictive analytics provides an […]
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Nigeria, endowed with vast natural resources, a young and growing population, and considerable financial potential, has the capacity to achieve significant economic transformation. However, for decades, the country’s economic progress has been stymied by inefficiency, corruption, and mismanagement of resources. Despite these challenges, there is a clear opportunity for change — one that prioritizes innovation, […]
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Saudia Group – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has announced plans for the Saudiathon challenge (Jeddah, 23-26 January 2025) and is accepting applications. Saudia Group – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has announced plans for the Saudiathon challenge, taking place in Jeddah on […]
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When a company makes a promise, the public should be able to rely on it. Today, nearly every person in the U.S. is a customer of either Amazon or Google—and many of us are customers of both technology giants. Both of these companies have made public promises that they will ensure their technologies are not […]
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