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2 weeks ago | 
weforum.org | Spencer Feingold
Steep tariffs were announced on major economies as well as on US allies. Image: REUTERS/Carlos BarriaDigital Editor, World Economic ForumUS President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs on imports from nearly all countries. The tariffs could upend international trade and have major impacts on the global economy. See the interactive map below to better understand how tariffs are being applied worldwide.
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2 weeks ago | 
es.weforum.org | Spencer Feingold
Las stablecoins son criptomonedas ancladas a activos de reserva, como monedas fiduciarias u oro. Su estabilidad relativa ha hecho de las stablecoins un medio de intercambio popular en comparación con otras criptomonedas. Sin embargo, en medio de incertidumbre regulatoria y cuestiones de transparencia, las stablecoins no están exentas de riesgos.
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3 weeks ago | 
theprint.in | Spencer Feingold
As digital currencies continue to reshape the financial landscape, stablecoins are increasingly bridging the divide between traditional banking systems and the world of cryptocurrencies. But what exactly are stablecoins and why are they becoming more popular? What are stablecoins? A stablecoin is a type of cryptocurrency that is pegged to a specific reserve asset.
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1 month ago | 
weforum.org | Spencer Feingold
The United States has vowed to increase oil and gas production. A shift to renewables and other market forces, however, are also influencing the sector. We ask Jeff Gustavson, President of Chevron New Energies, about how the industry is reacting. In January, on his first day back in the White House, US President Donald Trump signed an executive order declaring a national energy emergency.
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2 months ago | 
weforum.org | Spencer Feingold
Digital Editor, World Economic ForumThe European Union is working to reform its corporate sustainability rules. The move comes as leaders take steps to increase the region's economic competitiveness. “To sustain our growth in the next quarter of the century, Europe must shift gears,” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said at the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting 2025.
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2 months ago | 
weforum.org | Spencer Feingold
The World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting 2025 in Davos provided a chance to survey the state of global conflict, including hot spots often overlooked by the Western news cycle. The current moment of geopolitical fragmentation could elevate levels of strife, leaders and experts said. They pressed for greater dialogue between the Global South and the Global North, and pointed to the recent cease-fire deal in Gaza as a hopeful sign.
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Jan 24, 2025 | 
weforum.org | Spencer Feingold
The World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting 2025 has come to a close in Davos, Switzerland. Leaders came together for a week of discussions under the theme "Collaboration for the Intelligent Age". Compiled here is our coverage of the key takeaways and quotes from the week across the five main themes. There’s a momentum to the Annual Meeting that makes the five days feel like a journey. What’s news on Day 1 can feel like ancient history by Day 5. The cadence of this Davos was unique.
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Jan 23, 2025 | 
weforum.org | Spencer Feingold
US President Donald Trump delivered a virtual address to the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland. Trump answered questions about economic growth and regulation from four top global chief executives. Trump lauded his deregulation efforts and dismissed concerns that protectionist policy would stymie growth. US President Donald Trump took his burgeoning second term in the White House to the global stage on Thursday.
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Jan 22, 2025 | 
weforum.org | Spencer Feingold
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations has emerged as a major economic and political bloc. The region is home to over 650 million people and has a market size of $2.3 trillion. At the Forum's Annual Meeting in Davos, ASEAN Secretary General Kao Kim Hourn detailed the opportunities and challenges facing the region. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, commonly known as ASEAN, has emerged as a significant player in the global economy.
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Dec 1, 2024 | 
weforum.org | Spencer Feingold
Davos, Switzerland, is Europe’s highest town. It’s also shorthand for the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting. Here are answers to frequently asked questions about the annual gathering of public figures and business leaders every January. The next Annual Meeting 2025 in Davos takes place from 20 - 24 January. Davos in Switzerland is the highest town in Europe. Yet ever since the World Economic Forum brought its Annual Meeting to the alpine venue, the name resonates with the flagship event.
