The recent charges against Telegram founder Pavel Durov by France, followed by similar actions from South Korea, highlight the growing tension between governments and global tech platforms. These cases underscore the challenges in...

In this video, the concept of globalization and the reasons behind its existence are discussed. The speaker explains how national economies are integrated and interdependent, leading to increased international trade, inward investment,...

Discover the fascinating world of Dutch flower production, where innovative technology and skilled growers work together to create the perfect blooms for global markets. From the bustling Aalsmeer flower market to the meticulous process...

Thousands of languages thrive across the globe, yet modern speech technology -- with all of its benefits -- supports just over a hundred. Computational linguist Kalika Bali dreams of a day when technology acts as a bridge instead of a...

In this video, the speaker discusses the impact and importance of globalization. They provide a brief explanation of what globalization is and how it is facilitated by free trade and improved communication and transportation. The speaker...

Why do transnational extremist organizations succeed where democratic movements have a harder time taking hold? Maajid Nawaz, a former Islamist extremist, asks for new grassroots stories and global social activism to spread democracy in...

Globalization is on its deathbed, says economist Mike O'Sullivan. The question now is: What's next? Tracing the historical successes and failures of globalization, O'Sullivan forecasts a new world order where countries come together over...

This video showcases the Mark 5 Special OPS boat used by special forces in Iraq, highlighting its top speed and role in transporting personnel. It also features a conference in Tampa where special forces from 59 countries gathered to...

This video discusses the eight factors driving the American business environment: competition, regulation, innovation, consumer demand, talent and workforce, access to capital, technology, and globalization. It highlights how these...

This video discusses the testing of an experimental vaccine for the bird flu virus at the University of Rochester Medical Centre. Preliminary results show the vaccine to be safe and effective against the H5N1 strain. The US government...

As globalization and technological advances bring us hurtling towards a new integrated future, Ian Goldin warns that not all people may benefit equally. But, he says, if we can recognize this danger, we might yet realize the possibility...

In which John looks at what it even means to live in a global age, as we've been talking about Europe's role in the gobal community for 47 episodes now. But, pedantry aside, the world is more connected than ever, and that has had effects...

Who runs the world? Political scientist Ian Bremmer argues it's not as simple as it used to be. With some eye-opening questions about the nature of leadership, he asks us to consider the impact of the evolving global order and our...

Humanity is on its way to creating a "black ball": a technological breakthrough that could destroy us all, says philosopher Nick Bostrom. In this incisive, surprisingly light-hearted conversation with Head of TED Chris Anderson, Bostrom...

The SMART 1 mission, launched by the European Space Agency in 2003, has successfully achieved lunar orbit and is Europe's first mission to the Moon. With its advanced technologies and compact design, SMART 1 aims to study the Moon's...

The Della Bold Wind Farm in Cornwall, UK, is a massive renewable energy project consisting of towering windmills that generate clean electricity. It has become a popular tourist attraction since its opening in 1991. In addition to the...

The National Oceanography Centre in Southampton is a world-leading marine science institution dedicated to exploring the mysteries of the deep oceans. With cutting-edge technology and a global reach, the Centre conducts groundbreaking...

This video sheds light on the hazardous and environmentally damaging practices of electronic waste recycling in India, particularly near Delhi. Workers are exposed to toxic fumes and chemicals while dismantling and processing electronic...

Mochudu Machaba is a Grade 5 and 6 teacher at Ngwanamago Primary

School situated around 25 kilometers from Polokwane in South Afr
ica’s
Limpopo province. She is a 2020 top 50 Finalist for the Global Teacher Prize.She first...

In this video, the lecturer defines globalization as the process of economic and financial integration that has progressively removed national boundaries from the financing, production, sale, and distribution of goods and services. He...

Dan Breznitz, is a Professor and Munk Chair of Innovation Studies, with a cross-appointment to the Department of Political Science. In addition, he is also Co-Director of the Innovation Policy Lab at the Munk School and the Director...

France's competitive business culture is evolving, becoming more pragmatic with a focus on economic expansion. Global technology and capital flows are nudging French industry to champion more efficient business processes and...

Gustavo is a Global Teacher Prize 2020 Top 50 Finalist. He is passionate about education, technology and innovation. At his School in the City of Guadalajara, México, he works on projects with disadvantaged communities who deal with very...

FT Food Revolution - New technology and AI are helping tackle the mounting problem of food waste. Start-ups that allow supermarkets to shift their pricing based on the freshness of food, digital 'twins' that help producers to monitor...