AI trends to watch in 2024

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AI trends to watch in 2024 2023 saw the meteoric rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) — the novel technology used to create new content and ideas, including verbal, such as conversations and stories, but also visual, like images and videos. Here are the top trends shaping the landscape of artificial intelligence in 2024. From groundbreaking algorithm advancements to key … Read More

What is Digital Welfare

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What is Digital Welfare What is Digital Welfare?  In today’s digital era, technology has radically modified the way we live, work and relate to others. This revolution has generated countless benefits but it has also caused the need to approach the digital welfare.  This concept refers to mental and emotional health of people as regards the use of technology. It … Read More

European Union reaches a deal on the world’s first artificial intelligence law

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European Union reaches a deal on the world’s first artificial intelligence law Many times we question what the limit is—or if there is a limit—regarding issues related to the scope of the tests launched by companies investing in the new capabilities of AI. A few days ago, the European Union reached a deal on the world’s first Artificial Intelligence Law. … Read More

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism: What does this new tax mean for global business?

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Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism: What does this new tax mean for global business? Governments around the world struggle to address the problem of global warming, and some have tried to introduce strict measures to force down the level of carbon emissions. The European Union has now introduced the world’s first carbon border tax, which tries to discourage companies from transferring … Read More

How the insurance industry is responding to climate change

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How the insurance industry is responding to climate change By Paul Della-Marta, Head of Catastrophe Research, and Greg Haft, CEO Global Catastrophe, of Partner Reinsurance Company Many insurance companies are struggling to cope with the risks of climate change and how it is likely to affect business models in the medium or long term. Despite having significant expertise in risk … Read More

China’s new crackdown: What increasing cybersecurity measures mean for trade with China

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China’s new crackdown: What increasing cybersecurity measures mean for trade with China The Chinese government is considering an amendment to its existing cybersecurity laws, which could lead to a crackdown on companies that fail to comply. If implemented, fines for companies that violate their cybersecurity obligations could range up to RMB50 million (approximately £5.6 million). Therefore, it’s crucial for companies that either … Read More

Future impacts of Airbnb for tourism, communities and real estate

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Future impacts of Airbnb for tourism, communities and real estate Airbnb has been one of the success stories in the tourism industry over the last couple of decades. The company has recently advertised its growth strategy but has also come under increased scrutiny from regulators due to the impact its listings may have on local communities and the real estate … Read More

Prioritizing: Important vs. Urgent

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Prioritizing: Important vs. Urgent We live hyper-connected. We work at a dizzying pace from anywhere on the planet. Considering this lack of time, it is difficult to know how to prioritize between what is urgent and what can wait. Corporations often get lost in this dichotomy. Within a context of daily demands it is easy to fall into the trap … Read More

EKOPARTY 2023: the most important cybersecurity meeting in Latin America

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EKOPARTY 2023: the most important cybersecurity meeting in Latin America The most important cybersecurity and ethical hacking event in Latin America took place, as usual, in Argentina and, of course, we couldn’t miss it. Apart from visiting the stands of friends and colleagues, we could listen to some talks about the progress of artificial intelligence and security risks, the main … Read More

Leading through a perfect storm: HLB Survey of Business Leaders 2023

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Leading through a perfect stormHLB Survey of Business Leaders 2023 ARE CONCERNED ABOUT INFLATION AS TOP RISK TO BUSINESS0% HAS A CLEARLY DEFINED ORGANISATIONAL PURPOSE0% NAMES ‘FLEXIBILITY’ AS AN ESSENTIAL LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOUR IN TIMES OF CRISES0% SEE TALENT ACQUISITION AS THEIR GREATEST WEAKNESS0% Cultivating the right leadership behaviours during times of crisis Leaders face an expanded risk radar as the … Read More