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Energy Regulators Forum to Convene Global Policymakers and Regulators to support Adaptive Regulation in Energy Transition

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Monday, January 22, 2024

- Collaboration to foster fresh discussions, groundbreaking insights, and unprecedented collaborations between energy transition leaders from around the world.

Key Points: 
  • - Collaboration to foster fresh discussions, groundbreaking insights, and unprecedented collaborations between energy transition leaders from around the world.
  • Against this backdrop, the world's leading energy authorities will gather at the Energy Regulators Forum (ERF) from 15-17 May 2024, to chart a dynamic course for energy policy and regulatory advancements that will spearhead the energy transition.
  • "How to progress the Energy Transition has become one of the most pertinent topics for the global energy sector.
  • With the addition of ERF, Future Energy Asia will be a critical platform to address the most critical challenges and opportunities in the energy transition and define the future of energy.

14th World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) in Abu Dhabi to Engage Diverse Participants through the Intersection of Art and Technology

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

fostering of strategic alliances through exchange of ideas,

Key Points: 
  • fostering of strategic alliances through exchange of ideas,
    says Tan Sri Mohd Radzi Abdul Rahman, Secretary General of WIEF
    life and offering a diverse array of complementary events, we can
    art.
  • The theme "Blurred" for MOCAfest 2024, inspired by the
    pandemic's blurring of lines between work, life and virtual versus
    encourages a blend of life, art and technology, leading to the
    stimulus.
  • This year, it will bring
    together a diverse ensemble of international artists, showcasing
    Mammadov, Saks Afridi, 33.3 Studio and Sasan Nasernia.
  • the forum to adapt to changing economic landscapes, engage with a
    Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) in the UAE.

New Innovation-Themed Whitepaper to Debut at the February 1st Emerald Groundhog Day Investment Forum

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Monday, January 29, 2024

The investment team at Emerald believes that “Innovation Starts Small” – and are debuting a new whitepaper detailing the innovation-led investment opportunities in small-cap companies at their annual investment forum on February 1st.

Key Points: 
  • The investment team at Emerald believes that “Innovation Starts Small” – and are debuting a new whitepaper detailing the innovation-led investment opportunities in small-cap companies at their annual investment forum on February 1st.
  • The 2024 Emerald Asset Management Groundhog Day Investment Forum is being held on Thursday, February 1st in suburban Philadelphia at The Valley Forge Sheraton – and online as an all-event virtual stream.
  • from Peter T. Wakiyama, Partner at Troutman Pepper;
    Ask the Analysts panel with Emerald’s full team of investment professionals.
  • The Forum will kick-off with a keynote address by innovative entrepreneur and author Michael Moe, Founder and CEO of GSV, a growth-focused investment platform.

IOWN Global Forum attends ITU-T CxO Roundtable in Dubai to accelerate collaboration for international standards

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

Katsuhiko Kawazoe, President and Chairperson of the Innovative Optical and Wireless Network Global Forum (IOWN Global Forum), presented at the roundtable the importance of international connectivity based on Innovative Optical and Wireless Networks (IOWN).

Key Points: 
  • Katsuhiko Kawazoe, President and Chairperson of the Innovative Optical and Wireless Network Global Forum (IOWN Global Forum), presented at the roundtable the importance of international connectivity based on Innovative Optical and Wireless Networks (IOWN).
  • Following the presentation, the roundtable discussion focused on the need to formulate de jure standards for the global deployment of new networks, including in developing countries, based on IOWN technologies.
  • Roundtable attendees, including high-level executives from global carriers, vendors, public organizations, and the ITU-T, collectively acknowledged the value and importance of IOWN Global Forum, as well as its important mission.
  • As a private sector organization, IOWN Global Forum has committed to building relations with Standards Developing Organizations.

Talent Gap Remains a Large Concern as More Organizations Embrace Data Analytics and Now Must Reconsider Their Deployment and Retraining Strategies

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

“Along with the shortage of qualified talent, the challenge in many companies is converting legacy mindsets and synergizing processes.

Key Points: 
  • “Along with the shortage of qualified talent, the challenge in many companies is converting legacy mindsets and synergizing processes.
  • “It is not the number of trained people that is a problem but rather the skills emphasized by the training.
  • "The challenge for organizations in 2024 is finding the balance between data privacy, AI regulations and new product developments.
  • 92% of respondents believe AI works best as a tool within the broader context of a data analytics strategy.

Investment Opportunities in the Innovation Economy Headline the 2024 Emerald Groundhog Day Investment Forum

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Monday, January 22, 2024

Finding compelling innovation-led investment opportunities in U.S. small-cap stocks will be the theme of the 2024 Emerald Asset Management Groundhog Day Investment Forum, coming up on Thursday, February 1st at The Valley Forge Sheraton – and online as an all-event virtual stream.

Key Points: 
  • Finding compelling innovation-led investment opportunities in U.S. small-cap stocks will be the theme of the 2024 Emerald Asset Management Groundhog Day Investment Forum, coming up on Thursday, February 1st at The Valley Forge Sheraton – and online as an all-event virtual stream.
  • Emerald’s team of analysts and portfolio managers will focus on sector- and industry- specific opportunities as they introduce an exclusive new whitepaper on the Innovation Economy.
  • “We say that the investment year begins in earnest with our annual Forum centered around our local Pennsylvania tradition of Groundhog Day,” said Emerald Director of Research Joseph W. Garner.
  • The first Emerald Groundhog Day Investment Forum was held in 1994 and has grown to become a definitive kick-off conference each year for investors focusing on domestic U.S. growth companies.

The Kingdom Concludes Its Participation in WEF AM 2024 With Announcement to Host WEF Special Meeting in Riyadh

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Sunday, January 21, 2024

A high-level delegation from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has concluded its participation in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2024, culminating in an announcement that Riyadh will host a WEF Special Meeting on global cooperation, growth and energy, between 28-29 April 2024.

Key Points: 
  • A high-level delegation from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has concluded its participation in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2024, culminating in an announcement that Riyadh will host a WEF Special Meeting on global cooperation, growth and energy, between 28-29 April 2024.
  • On Thursday 18th of January, the Kingdom signed two agreements with WEF’s innovation platform UpLink to catalyze innovative global solutions to today’s most pressing environmental and sustainability challenges.
  • Another Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed to enhance cooperation between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
  • The agreement focuses on a wide range of public policy initiatives in areas including the economy, corporate governance and sustainability.

Saudi Arabia to Host World Economic Forum Special Meeting in April 2024

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Friday, January 19, 2024

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host a high-level World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meeting that will focus on global cooperation, growth and energy, on 28-29 April 2024, in Riyadh.

Key Points: 
  • The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host a high-level World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meeting that will focus on global cooperation, growth and energy, on 28-29 April 2024, in Riyadh.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240119826685/en/
    The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host a World Economic Forum Special Meeting in Riyadh in April 2024.
  • (Photo: AETOSWire)
    Announced by His Excellency Faisal F. Alibrahim, Minister of Economy and Planning, and Børge Brende, World Economic Forum President, at the 54th Annual Meeting of the WEF in Davos, Switzerland, the new event is part of a landmark agreement between Saudi Arabia and the Forum.
  • “The World Economic Forum Special Meeting in Riyadh will focus on global collaboration, growth, and energy.

HKUST President Prof. Nancy IP at "Winter Davos" 2024: Longevity is about Adding Life to Years, Not Just Years to Life

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Friday, January 26, 2024

HONG KONG, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- President of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), Prof. Nancy IP was among the esteemed global leaders and personalities attending the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland to address some of the most substantive issues facing our world today. Prof. Ip added her unique perspective to vibrant discussions on healthy aging, climate change, the integral role of universities in fostering advancements in sustainability, and AI research and education. 

Key Points: 
  • Prof. Ip shared insights with prominent leaders from multinational corporations and government entities including European Commission, Manulife Financial and Mercer (Marsh McLennan).
  • She underscored the importance of maintaining brain health and enriching quality of life as we age.
  • "It's not just about adding more years to our life, but adding life to our years," Prof. Ip said.
  • Beyond the panel discussion, Prof. Ip hosted a table at a gala dinner, where she facilitated dialogues with luminaries.

HKUST President Prof. Nancy IP at "Winter Davos" 2024: Longevity is about Adding Life to Years, Not Just Years to Life

Retrieved on: 
Friday, January 26, 2024

HONG KONG, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- President of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), Prof. Nancy IP was among the esteemed global leaders and personalities attending the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland to address some of the most substantive issues facing our world today. Prof. Ip added her unique perspective to vibrant discussions on healthy aging, climate change, the integral role of universities in fostering advancements in sustainability, and AI research and education. 

Key Points: 
  • Prof. Ip shared insights with prominent leaders from multinational corporations and government entities including European Commission, Manulife Financial and Mercer (Marsh McLennan).
  • She underscored the importance of maintaining brain health and enriching quality of life as we age.
  • "It's not just about adding more years to our life, but adding life to our years," Prof. Ip said.
  • Beyond the panel discussion, Prof. Ip hosted a table at a gala dinner, where she facilitated dialogues with luminaries.