The Future of Work
You’re Not Safe In Your Cubicle: Middle-Skilled Workers Will Be Left Behind
Workers need new skills to compete in today’s economy, some more urgently than others -- but on whose dime?
The Future of Work
Should It Worry Everyone That 90 Percent of Workers Are Confident In Their Skills?
According to a recent survey, most people aren’t worried about the effect of automation and artificial intelligence on their jobs. If the world is becoming increasingly automated, what are the skills most needed? The British government hopes businesses can address unemployment and the skills gap by creating 3 million apprenticeships by 2020. But who will lead the way?
The Future of Work
Tech Eases Strain in Costliest Cities For Expats
Global mobility may be glamorous and adventurous for those who want to work abroad. But for companies, an expanding workforce across borders can have its price, especially in the 10 most expensive cities for expatriates.
Robots
Why Robots Aren’t a Real Threat to Jobs: Q&A With Rethink Robotics Founder Rodney Brooks
jobs
We Have To Upgrade Our Skills To Match Intelligent Machines
While the number of available jobs is rising, workers' skills and technology-driven jobs may be at odds. Here's what societies could do to address the impact that automation and artificial intelligence may have on labor.
Robotics
The $3.1B Collaborative 'Co-Bot' Market Isn't Hazard-Free to Humans
Collaborative robots, known as co-bots, work along side humans without the need for traditional safety cages. While their use throughout industry is expected to increase rapidly, their risks still need to be assessed.
VR
Pokémon Goes To The Office: GE Chief Economist Explains How Gaming and Work Are Merging
Gaming and technological innovation are merging. As they scale across industry, they will power the next wave of growth.
Education
Their Toolbox Runneth Over: Training Key To Bridging Africa's Skills Gap
Sustainable economic growth in Africa will only be achieved by providing workforces around the continent with the skills they need to compete in the modern world. Preparing people for work in the continent's rapidly expanding information and communication technology sector requires using digital education platforms like MOOCs, data transportability tools and wireless telecommunications.
