Why technology isn’t enough to bring our cities into the future
The future of humanity lies in cities – and the cities of the future will require humanity. In…
Why trend-spotting is crucial to staying ahead
In today’s business context, trend-spotting is everyone’s job. In every field in the business world, trends in customer…
Why AI isn’t the threat we think it is
There are major differences in the ways that AI and the human brain work. Instead of wringing our…
What the iPhone can tell us about devising successful projects
Lessons from the iPhone, one of the most successful projects in the history of the tech industry, about…
From domestic emulation to global innovation
Once known for their love of emulation, Chinese brands are now world-famous for their innovative ideas and global…
Social media is now anything but social
I had high hopes for the potential of the digital age. But a surplus of tech is robbing…
Why growth is the key to fixing the UK’s ailing schools
Conventional wisdom states that smaller schools provide students with a better education. But studies of education systems around…
How megatrends shape the financial industry
Innovation and developments in the financial industry are shaped by global megatrends in demographics, economics, and resources. Those…
How purpose will propel humanity to Mars
Dr Adriana Marais is relying on her sense of purpose to motivate her through her expected journey all…
Dispatches from Duke CE’s Human Difference event
Even in a world of AI and machine learning, the human difference is still a crucial advantage. Whether…
What leaders can learn from artificial intelligence
The best artificial intelligence (AI) has a lot in common with the best strategies for managing people and…
How Japan can become an innovation powerhouse again
Takeo Harada describes how Japan can break out of its innovation slump. Previously at the forefront of global…
