Economic Empowerment

How Do We Measure Progress? Diane Coyle in Conversation

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Award-winning economist Diane Coyle joins Daniel Susskind to challenge how we measure progress, prosperity, and the numbers that shape our world.

Richard Susskind on six hypotheses about the future of AI

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Renowned author Richard Susskind sets out six competing hypotheses on the future of AI, from fleeting hype to the prospect of superintelligence. He highlighted the deep divisions and unresolved questions, that define our relationship with this transformative technology.

An overlooked technology could revolutionize how we power the world

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Space-based solar power could provide constant, high-output clean energy by capturing sunlight in orbit and beaming it back to Earth. Researchers say it may hold the key to meeting future global energy demand.

Five autumn impact conferences to put on your calendar

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From Hong Kong to Nairobi, these five autumn conferences bring together global impact leaders to spark ideas, forge partnerships, and shape the future of social investment.

Reflections on Leadership: In Conversation with Mary Robinson

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A reflection on the moral and political dimensions of climate and health.

The Internet’s Broken Promise: Cory Doctorow in Conversation

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Author Cory Doctorow joins Trashfuture host Riley Quinn to explore Picks and Shovels, Big Tech’s decline, and reclaiming our digital future.

Vulture Capitalism: Grace Blakeley in Conversation

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Grace Blakeley, economist, journalist, and author talks corporate power, late-stage capitalism, and how we fight back.

John-Arne Røttingen, CEO, The Wellcome Trust

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“We have some underlying beliefs as an organization, believing in the power of science, believing that we need to interact with society, having equity as a north star. We have values related to being both brave and taking risks, but also being thoughtful and inclusive."

How Paris handed budgeting to its citizens

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The French city’s experiment with participatory budgeting gave €500 million to its residents, and asked them how it should be spent. The move has sparked praise, criticism, and a surge in colourful streetlamps.

How AI Took Over and Where it’s Taking Us Next

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Christopher Summerfield on the rise of thinking machines and the future they’re shaping.