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Barcelona, 5 March 2025 – Talent Arena, the premier event dedicated to digital talent, successfully concluded its inaugural edition, reinforcing the vital role of digital professionals in the tech industry. Organized by Mobile World Capital Barcelona (MWCapital), the event coincided with MWC Barcelona and solidified the city’s status as a global technology hub. From March…
Barcelona, March 4, 2025 – In a groundbreaking initiative launched at MWC25 Barcelona, the EQUALS Global Partnership for Gender Equality in the Digital Age has set an ambitious goal: to empower 100 million women and girls to actively participate in the digital economy over the next decade. With a renewed mission and vision, the partnership…
Barcelona, 4 March 2025 – MWC25 Barcelona – In a significant step towards fostering global innovation in urban resilience, Startup Valencia and e-Residency, the Estonian government’s programme for global entrepreneurs, have launched the Valencia DANA Project. This international initiative, undertaken in collaboration with the City Councils of Valencia and Tallinn, aims to support startups in…
The latest GSMA Mobile Economy Report has revealed that mobile operators account for 85% of investments in mobile internet connectivity infrastructure, underscoring their pivotal role in expanding digital access globally. Released during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona, the report highlights the significant financial commitments made by telecom companies to improve network coverage,…
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Samsung has taken a significant step toward democratizing artificial intelligence (AI) with the launch of its latest Galaxy A series smartphones—Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A26 5G. This move signals a push to integrate AI-driven features into mid-range devices, making cutting-edge technology more accessible to a wider audience, including small businesses, entrepreneurs,…
Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) fuel economic growth by cutting tariffs and opening markets, yet they miss a critical inefficiency: labor market disparities tied to racial or ethnic factors that sap productivity and growth. Trade isn’t just goods—it’s the workers powering innovation and supply chains. When hiring biases and wage gaps limit talent based on demographics, economies lose billions—up to 4% of GDP in advanced nations, per the IMF. FTAs, designed to maximize prosperity, can’t ignore this drag. Adjusting them to address these gaps could unlock significant gains in efficiency and output.
In a thought-provoking address to the European Parliament, economist Jeffrey Sachs presented a nuanced perspective on global geopolitics, economic development, and the need for a shift in international relations. His speech covered key themes such as multipolarity, economic justice, the importance of diplomacy, and the need for fairer global financial and trade systems. The Need…
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The United Kingdom and India are on the verge of finalizing a long-negotiated Free Trade Agreement (FTA), a deal that could redefine their economic partnership. While both nations stand to gain, Britain—more than India—is in urgent need of this agreement. In a post-Brexit landscape marked by sluggish growth and deteriorating trade ties with the European…
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IID Policy Brief 17 – Trade for Industrial Development: Leveraging the Potential of BRICS for Developing Countries 2025 | Author(s): B. Tse, F. Hartwich The expansion of BRICS to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, and the UAE, alongside its growing network of partner countries, marks a significant development in global economic cooperation. With a combined…
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New Delhi, February 27, 2025 – A high-level European Union (EU) delegation, led by Ms. Ekaterina Zaharieva, European Union Commissioner for Startups, Research, and Innovation, met with India’s Union Minister for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, in New Delhi today to discuss strengthening collaboration in startups and innovation. The meeting marks a significant milestone…
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