While many countries and regions around the world are moving away from cash to more and more innovative payment methods, the EU seems to be doubling down on cash. – Written by Seref Dogan Erbek
With the proliferation of generative AI in all manner of sectors, it’s natural to wonder, could 2024 be the year of generative AI? – Written by Seref Dogan Erbek
In an age of extensive customer tracking, deeply personalized digital experiences, and endless cookies, data privacy and ethical data practices have become hot button topics. – Written by Seref Dogan Erbek
On a turbulent day on Wall Street, Big Tech giants experienced a significant setback as their Earnings Per Share (EPS) reports disappointed investors, causing a domino effect that sent shockwaves through various market sectors. – Written by Seref Dogan Erbek
In recent years, humanity has witnessed a remarkable resurgence in space exploration. With increasing investments, ambitious lunar missions by countries like India and Russia, and the relentless technical expertise of private companies like SpaceX, we are standing at the threshold of a new era in the conquest of space. I believe the next 36 months …
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The specter of global public debt has become an ever-present concern haunting economies across Europe. In recent years, this fear has transformed into a stark reality as public debt levels have soared, leading to economic challenges for many European nations. The statistics are shocking: Spain and Italy have debt to GDP ratios of 120% and …
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As the world shifts closer to key climate change deadlines, there is increasingly greater focus on the role of sustainable investment in the global climate plan. To arrest the trend of climate change and avert potential disaster, unlocking and directing funding towards sustainable projects is key. However, given the risk of directing scarce resources towards …
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In late 2021, central banks around the world began unwinding liberal monetary policy stances and taking the first steps towards quantitative tightening in a bid to fight record inflation. The European Central Bank started raising interest rates in July 2022 at an almost unheard of speed and scale, culminating in a rise of about 300 …
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Greenwashing is a growing concern among consumers, investors and public institutions alike. In my opinion, it is a misleading and dangerous trend that undermines the progress towards a more sustainable economy. Greenwashing refers to the practice of making misleading claims about the environmental benefits of products, services or investments, often in order to boost sales …
Transportation is the single most critical element to functioning supply chains. 100% of goods produced globally must be moved from the point of manufacture to the final consumer – and an efficient transportation/logistics system is central to the smooth flow of these goods. Consequently, the growing transport sector strikes globally pose a risk to the …
