International
Five reasons why sustainability improves the bottom line
Viewing sustainability as a plugin is a recipe for disaster, as sustainability has become a core requirement in all aspects of business planning.
The Week Ahead
French elections slide into uncertainty. US rate hike likely. China GDP goal release. US administration dogged by Russian scandal. All in The Week Ahead.
Forget nuclear: Chemical weapons are the real weapons of mass destruction threat
Chemical weapons are the most widely available weapons of mass destruction and perhaps the least challenging sort to pursue.
The Week Ahead
Trump speaks to Congress. Merkel talks with Egypt. Dutch elections near end. UK, France and US call for UN sanctions against Syria. All in The Week Ahead.
Copper boom or bust? Here’s three countries to watch
Strikes in Chile’s copper mine and pending negotiations in Indonesia are amongst the most pressing factors affecting copper prices in the coming year.
Bankers beware: North Korea is on a hacking spree
North Korea has mounted a series of cyber attacks by taking advantage of outdated financial technology, mainly through the SWIFT network.
The Week Ahead
Korean president’s trial concludes. Bosnia seeks UN revision. Campaigning starts in Turkey. South American trade with Mexico shifts. All in the Week Ahead.
The Week Ahead
Netanyahu meets U.S. President. Ecuador goes to the polls. Munich holds security conference. The G20 meets. Ukraine talks. All in The Week Ahead.
An aging global population and its economic implications
Nations will have to make many changes or face slower economic growth and increased social costs to deal with aging populations.
Fighting ISIS on social media won’t stop them from using it
Efforts by Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube in 2017 are certainly welcomed, but removing ISIS from social media platforms is expected to be a daunting task.
