Category: Data

Global Study on Startups and Family Firms: Cross-Learning for Growth and Resilience

18 October 202518 October 2025 Global SME News Desk No Comments

Enterprise Futures Lab, in collaboration with Global SME News and TDW Publishing, has launched a global survey to explore how startups and family-owned enterprises can learn from each other to build resilience, ensure continuity, and adapt to digital and economic transformation. Entrepreneurs, founders, and business leaders are invited to participate in this 7-minute survey. Insights…

Data, News, Reports, SMEs, start-up

A New Landmark Report Calls for Rethinking SME Policies, Digital Readiness, and Sustainable Growth

13 August 202528 September 2025 P Koshy No Comments

Enterprising Futures: Global SME Insights 2025 New Delhi, India – August 2025 – A new 276-page flagship report, Enterprising Futures: Global SME Insights 2025, calls for a fundamental rethinking of how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are supported in a rapidly changing global economy. Drawing on 25 thematic chapters and 12 expert commentaries from leading…

Africa, AI, Business, Circular Economy, Cyber Security, Data, Doing business, E-Commerce, Entreprenurs, Enviornment, ESG, FEATURED, Green Energy, Leadership, Manufacturing, News, SMEs, Startups, Technology, TOP STORIES

Cyber Insurance: A Critical Shield for SMEs in 2025 and Beyond

28 July 202528 July 2025 P Koshy No Comments

Cybersecurity insurance offers vital financial protection for SMEs, covering losses from business interruptions, regulatory fines, legal costs, and reputational damage. In today’s threat-heavy digital landscape, it’s not a backup plan — it’s a critical pillar of enterprise risk management. In today’s hyperconnected economy, cyber threats have moved beyond the domain of large corporations to become…

Business, Cyber Security, Data, Data Privacy, Technology, TOP STORIES

Beware of Ghost Jobs: Why Fake Job Postings Are an Ethical Crisis

5 July 20255 July 2025 P Koshy No Comments

Sensitive data from CVs—combined with social media profiles—can enable phishing, fraud, identity theft, or even professional blackmail.

Cyber Security, Data, Data Privacy, Digital Talent, Doing business, Human Capital, News, Opinion, workers

Brookfield to Invest €20 Billion in France’s AI Infrastructure

11 February 202511 February 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

Paris, France – In a major boost to France’s artificial intelligence (AI) ambitions, Canadian investment giant Brookfield Asset Management has announced a €20 billion investment in AI infrastructure, particularly in data centers. The announcement was made during France’s AI Summit, where President Emmanuel Macron revealed a total of €109 billion in private sector commitments aimed…

AI, Data, FEATURED

AI as the New Invisible Hand: Can Algorithms Create the Ultimate Free Market?

5 February 202511 February 2025 P Koshy No Comments

For centuries, economic systems have depended on human decision-making, regulatory institutions, and ideological frameworks to manage resource allocation, production, and distribution. Capitalism uses market forces, socialism depends on planning, and mixed economies attempt a balance. But a new paradigm is emerging—AI-driven economic governance—where supercomputers and real-time data analytics play a central role in optimizing efficiency,…

AI, Data, FEATURED, Opinion, Technology, TOP STORIES

Google Introduces AI-Powered Charts & Insights in Google Sheets with Gemini

30 January 202531 January 2025 Editor No Comments

With Gemini in Google Sheets, business owners, entrepreneurs, and analysts can now generate charts and gain AI-driven insights effortlessly. The AI assistant understands natural language queries, allowing users to request specific insights or chart visualizations without manual data manipulation.

AI, Data, FEATURED, News, TOP STORIES

Data Privacy in Enterprises: Why SMEs and Small Businesses Are Highly Susceptible to Data Leakages

28 January 202528 January 2025 Chris Peterson No Comments

data privacy is not merely a compliance issue—it is a cornerstone of trust and business continuity. While large enterprises have robust mechanisms and budgets to address data privacy concerns, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and micro-businesses remain highly vulnerable to data breaches. These businesses often operate with limited financial, technological, and human resources, making them prime targets for cyberattacks. The challenges they face are multifaceted, ranging from lack of awareness and expertise to insufficient infrastructure and regulatory compliance. Addressing these issues requires tailored solutions and collaborative approaches.

Cyber Security, Data, Data Privacy, FEATURED, SMEs, TOP STORIES