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China and its A.I. Dream: What We Get Wrong

There’s this assumption that because you have an AI plan, you’ve solved the problem. Whereas actually central forecasting, and planning about complicated, uncertain technological developments is oftentimes flawed and doesn’t solve anything. It may actually be counterproductive. Jeff Ding The State Council of China’s 2017 AI plan was the starting point of China’s AI planning; […]
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What Kind Of World will China Lead?

An article in the Financial Times by Mike Moritz, a senior manager at Sequoia Capitalcalled “Silicon Valley would be wise to follow China’s lead” has set the cat among the tech pigeons: the billionaire investor advises workers in Silicon Valley to stop arguing about the length of paternity leave, unlimited vacations, free massages or the imperative need for a rehearsal room at work to […]
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Hui Wing Mau, Chairman of Shimao Group

Mr. Hui Wing Mau is the Chairman and Executive Director of Shimao Group. He holds a number of social functions, including CPPCC Economic Committee’s Deputy Director, Vice Chairman of China Federation of Returned Overseas, Chinese Chamber of Commerce Investment Enterprises Association’s Executive Vice President, United World Chinese Entrepreneurs Association’s President, Hong Kong’s New Home Association’s […]

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The Chinese Tech Companies Reshaping Global Markets

Key Takeaway: China’s emerging tech firms are transforming the global market by prioritizing rapid innovation, cost efficiency, and adaptability. DeepSeek, a Chinese AI firm, has challenged the dominance of US tech giants, demonstrating that China is no longer just the world’s factory but becoming the world’s innovation hub. DJI Innovations, a drone company, has revolutionized […]
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The Business Of War

Key Takeaway: Multinational corporations are increasingly taking sides in times of geopolitical conflict, often aligning their actions with their home countries or responding to public pressure. This trend, known as “partisan behavior,” comes with significant risks, both financially and reputationally. Companies that take a stand risk alienating customers and investors, while those that remain neutral […]
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Unravelling The Secrets Of Dinosaurs

Key Takeaway: Scientists are decoding the mysteries of dinosaurs by examining their lives, movements, and interactions. Advances in technology are revealing new insights into their colors, patterns, and social structures. Electron microscopes have allowed scientists to reconstruct the coloration of certain feathered dinosaurs, revealing details about their appearance and behavior. CT scans are being used […]
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The Hidden Cost Of Cheap Furniture

Key Takeaway: Fast furniture, which is mass-produced items designed for short-term use, is a growing environmental crisis. Millions of discarded pieces end up in landfills each year, contributing to a waste problem mirroring the fast fashion industry. To avoid fast furniture, consumers should identify it by noticing its price, materials, assembly methods, limited or unclear […]
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Is Democracy Really The Best System?

Key Takeaway: Plato’s critique of democracy, particularly in his work “The Republic,” suggests that it is fundamentally flawed. Socrates, Plato’s mentor and teacher, argues that ruling a state is a skill, similar to piloting a ship or performing surgery. However, critics argue that this is not the case. Politics involves moral judgments, compromises, and social […]
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How China Is Transforming Its Economy Through Learning

I highly recommend reading the McKinsey Global Institute’s new report, “Reskilling China: Transforming The World’s Largest Workforce Into Lifelong Learners”, which focuses on the country’s biggest employment challenge, re-training its workforce and the adoption of practices such as lifelong learning to address the growing digital transformation of its productive fabric. How to transform the country […]
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