International

  • Jun 17, 2021
  • 2 min read

Many developing nations risk missing climate targets

The IEA says that energy spending needs to more than double, and to surge in developing nations, to meet climate goals

International
  • Jun 16, 2021
  • 12 min read

Prospects for COVID-19 to end-2021

Return to 'normal' after COVID-19 will not be universal or simultaneous across the world

International
  • Jun 15, 2021
  • 7 min read

Energy systems and economies will be mineral-intensive

The energy transition will create substantial new demand for a range of minerals, including base metals

International
  • Jun 15, 2021
  • 7 min read

Balkanisation of the internet will rise

Both autocratic and democratic governments are expanding their control over the digital realm

International
  • Jun 14, 2021
  • 7 min read

Blows to global crime groups will drive innovation

A string of recent successes in tackling drug crime illustrates the ever-evolving nature of the cocaine trade

International
  • Jun 14, 2021
  • 7 min read

Efforts to curb ransomware crimes face limits

Double-extortion ransomware crimes are rising in frequency and sophistication

International
  • Jun 14, 2021
  • 2 min read

Vague G7 climate promises dent COP26 hopes

The G7 climate has ended with environmental campaigners expressing disappointment at the outcomes

International
  • Jun 11, 2021
  • 2 min read

Services apps will alter labour rules when forced

Services apps face pressure to be socially responsible, but they can be viable only if their labour costs stay low

International