3 innovations transforming the fight against wildfires

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Last year, wildfires burned a section of the planet the size of the EU. In the northern hemisphere, the fire season will soon be upon us – so how are innovators preparing?

Here, three leaders speak about the next generation in wildfire-fighting – Sean Triplett of Earth Fire Alliance on satellite monitoring, Osmar Bambini of climatetech company Umgrauemeio on #AI detection and Felipe Borelli of RoboticsCats on converting everyday camera systems into souped-up #wildfire detection networks.

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This AI-powered satellite constellation could revolutionize Earth observation

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@Orbitworks-UAE plans to launch a 10-satellite constellation this year. Rather than capturing images in orbit and transmitting them back to Earth for analysis, the satellites will use #AI to process data in space. By identifying patterns and anomalies in real time, the satellites can enable immediate action.

Here, CEO Hamdullah Mohib explains how the technology works

By 2030, Earth observation technology could contribute $703 billion to global GDP.

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Ghana just declared its first marine protected area

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Almost 200 countries across the world have pledged to protect 30% of their ocean by 2030. But right now, there’s a lot of work to do, with just 10% of the global ocean protected.

#Ghana just took a big step forward with the establishment of the Greater Cape Three Points marine protected area.

The ocean reserve will protect coastal ecosystems rich in biodiversity, and in turn support fish stocks so that communities of fishers can sustain their livelihoods.

Friends of Ocean Action is a group of leaders from business, science and civil society who use their knowledge to help conserve the #ocean and sustainably manage marine resources. Tap the link in our bio to learn more.

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The Innovators Fighting Wildfires & AI Teacher Training in New York | WEF | Top Stories of the Week

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This week’s top stories of the week include:

00:16 – Helping Ukraine medics fight burnout: War in #Ukraine is isolating doctors from one another, leading to burnout and self-doubt. Many physicians are working under immense pressure, cut off from colleagues they could lean on for support. This has had negative impacts on their mental health – and on patients. US firm Northwell Health has developed a countrywide #telehealth system that helps to bridge these gaps. Northwell Health Vice-President Eric Cioè-Peña explains how it works.

02:30 – This NY academy trains teachers in AI: A new, first-of-its-kind project – a partnership between the AFT and Microsoft, Anthropic and OpenAI – aims to reset the relationship between #AI and #schools. The National Academy for AI Instruction – a bricks and mortar establishment based in New York – will train around 1 in 10 teachers in the US over the next 5 years. Here, Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers, introduces it.

04:40 – 3 innovators fighting wildfires: Last year, wildfires burned an area the size of the EU. In the northern hemisphere, the fire season will soon be upon us – so how are innovators preparing? Here, Sean Triplett of Earth Fire Alliance, Osmar Bambini of Umgrauemeio and Felipe Borelli of Robotics Cats speak about the next generation of wildfire-fighting technologies.

07:13 – AI is making workplace coaching accessible: AI coaching is on the rise, broadening access to mentoring at work, so that people at every level of an organization can receive guidance, says Alexi Robichaux, CEO and Co-Founder of BetterUp. Alexi Robichaux was a guest on #MeetTheLeader, a World Economic Forum video podcast.

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AI is making workplace coaching accessible to everyone. Here’s how

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AI coaching is on the rise, broadening access to mentoring at work, so that people at every level of an organization can receive guidance, says Alexi Robichaux, CEO and Co-Founder of BetterUp.

Alexi Robichaux was a guest on #MeetTheLeader, a World Economic Forum video podcast. Watch the full episode: https://ow.ly/XmbT50Z7XLB

AI is booming. Quantum breakthroughs are accelerating. Billions are pouring into biotech. So why isn’t the world feeling the impact yet?
Innovation is only the beginning – the real challenge is scaling what works. Over the next month, we’ll explore what it takes to turn technological breakthroughs into real-world progress for industries, economies and people.

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400,000 teachers are being trained in AI. Starting in New York

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For many teachers, the advent of AI has been overwhelming. Now a new project – a partnership between the Aft and Microsoft, Anthropic and OpenAI – aims to reset the relationship between #AI and schools.

The National Academy for AI Instruction will train around 1 in 10 teachers in the US over the next 5 years.

A new World Economic Forum report explores the conditions required for responsible AI integration in education systems. Read Shaping the Future of Learning: Education Readiness for the Age of AI: https://www.weforum.org/publications/shaping-the-future-of-learning-education-readiness-for-the-age-of-ai/

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Financial fragmentation: the $6 trillion cost of breaking the “plumbing” of global finance

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The global economy is fragmenting, and it could lead to a hit of $6 trillion to GDP worldwide. That’s more than the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic or the 2008 financial crisis.

So what exactly is causing this fragmentation, and can the impacts be mitigated?

Finance industry experts join us to explore the forces of fragmentation and examine a new report by the World Economic Forum and Oliver Wyman, which quantifies its impact and details the consequences on the global economy and emerging markets in particular.

Guests:
Matt Strahan, Private Market Initiatives Lead at the World Economic Forum
Daniel Tannebaum, Global Anti-Financial Crime Practice Leader at Oliver Wyman
Anne Walsh, Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer of Guggenheim Partners
Daniel Mminele, Chairman of Nedbank

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Deepening Divides: The Cost of a More Fragmented Financial System: https://wef.ch/financialfragmentation26

Related podcasts:

Chief Economists Outlook: counting the cost of the Hormuz crisis, with Maersk’s Ilaria Maselli: https://www.weforum.org/podcasts/radio-davos/episodes/chief-economists-outlook-maersk-ilaria-maselli/

The Iran oil shock: will it force the world to re-think the future of energy?: https://www.weforum.org/podcasts/radio-davos/episodes/oil-shocks-hormuz-iran-columbia-energy-exchange-jason-bordoff/

The rise of industrial policy – why governments are back in the business of business: https://www.weforum.org/podcasts/radio-davos/episodes/industrial-policy-trade-choke-points/

Welcome to Cold War Two: historian Niall Ferguson on geopolitics in 2026: https://www.weforum.org/podcasts/radio-davos/episodes/niall-ferguson-geopolitics-cold-war/

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Financial System Fragmentation Quicktake with Matt Strahan

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The global economy is fragmenting. And it could lead to a hit of $6 trillion to GDP worldwide.

#Finance is becoming a tool of geopolitical competition – through tariffs, sanctions and restrictions on payments and investment.

The result is a system under pressure.

But the worst outcomes are still avoidable. If governments and businesses act together, the global economy can stay connected and keep working for everyone.

In this video, Matt Strahan, who leads on financial markets and public policy at the World Economic Forum, breaks down the forces driving #fragmentation, the growing economic cost and what governments and businesses can still do to protect the system – and the people who depend on it.

Read our new report Deepening Divides: The Cost of a More Fragmented Financial System here: https://wef.ch/financialfragmentation26

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Summer Davos 2026 #AMNC26

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The defining challenge of our time isn’t just innovation – it’s scaling innovation that improves lives and helps build a more sustainable future.

1,500 leaders. 3 days. Conversations that build on what comes next.

The Annual Meeting of the New Champions is back in Dalian, China, from June 23–25.

Watch the conversations live on our platforms and follow #AMNC26 for more.

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The hidden formula behind the next big technology

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Why do some technological breakthroughs suddenly reshape industries – while others fade away?

The answer often lies in technology convergence: the moment when mature technologies combine with emerging innovations to unlock entirely new possibilities.

In this video, explore key insights from the World Economic Forum’s 2026 Technology Convergence Report, including the trends, industries and real-world examples driving the next wave of innovation across AI, biotech, advanced manufacturing, energy systems and more.

One year after the Forum launched its first Technology Convergence Report, this second edition examines what has changed in just 12 months – and what leaders should be watching next.

🔗 Read the full report: https://www.weforum.org/publications/technology-convergence-report-2026/

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