Top 10 trends of 2014
2. Widening income disparities
The difference between rich and poor is becoming more extreme, and as income ineqality widens the wealth gap in major nations, education, health and social mobility are all threatened. Read more »
3. Persistent structural unemployment
Unemployment is threatening our social fabric and creating unrest. What can governments and businesses do to ensure career opportunities for young people? Read more »
4. Intensifying cyber threats
Digital warfare is more visible than ever before, but how can governments, private firms and NGOs protect themselves from this new breed of attack? Read more »
5. Inaction on climate change
Climate change has the potential to wipe out 20 years of economic and social development. Action is being taken and we’re moving in the right direction, but not fast enough, so what more can be done? Read more »
7. A lack of values in leadership
Leaders should be driven by something that moves us forward together. How can they ensure an inclusive global vision, untainted by self-interest? Read more »
8. The expanding middle class in Asia
The growth of Asia’s middle class is bringing a tremendous rise in living standards and a reduction of conflict in the region. But it also presents a challenge to the environment. Read more »
9. The growing importance of megacities
What defines the economic and social success of a city? Understanding cities and how they can remain resilient could hold the key to solving some of our biggest challenges. Read more »
10. The rapid spread of misinformation online
Blaming Twitter for misinformation is easy, but ignores the social and political context. How can we understand such large volumes of data that move so quickly? Read more »
