Economist Tyler Cowan Critiques Davos Crowd's Misconceptions
Economist Tyler Cowan shares his perspective on what he believes the 'Davos crowd' misunderstands or gets wrong regarding global economic and political issues.
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Economist Tyler Cowan shares his perspective on what he believes the 'Davos crowd' misunderstands or gets wrong regarding global economic and political issues.
The upcoming Summer Davos forum is expected to offer direct insights into current trends and developments in China.

The Summer Davos Forum 2026 will take place from June 23 to 25 in the port city of Dalian, in China's northeastern Liaoning province, as announced by the organizers.
The attacks on critical energy facilities in Gulf countries have exacerbated a global oil and gas supply picture already upended by the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Former banker Mark Carney's pragmatic speech in Davos on middle powers' autonomy has garnered attention, but his political position remains undefined.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited Norway, bringing a Davos-like prominence, but the strong Nordic cooperation was the most emphasized aspect during his visit to Oslo.
An article from Forbes discusses insights gained from the Davos event regarding the tech industry's challenges with dialogue and communication.
Former Bank of England governor Mark Carney delivered a speech at Davos, emphasizing that the world is experiencing a 'rupture' rather than a mere transition, highlighting a new global order.
While events in Davos and India celebrated advancements in AI, discussions in Paris raised alarms about the safety and ethical implications of artificial intelligence.

Borge Brende, President of the World Economic Forum, in trouble over an emoticon.

Borge Brende, the president and CEO of the World Economic Forum, has resigned after his ties to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein were scrutinized.

Borge Brende, președintele și directorul general al Forumului Economic Mondial (WEF) organizat anual la Davos, în Elveția, a anunțat joi că se retrage din funcție, la câteva săptămâni după ce…

World Economic Forum boss Børge Brende at the 2026 edition of Davos. Lian Yi/Xinhua via Getty Images Børge Brende, the long-serving head of the World Economic Forum, is stepping down. His…

Former US President Donald Trump held a 30-minute phone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, stating his wish for the war in Ukraine to conclude within a month.
'I would like to think that the intelligence ties between Canada and the United States will remain a lifeline that keeps things close'
Christine Lagarde reportedly told The Wall Street Journal that Lutnick's Davos speech was 'just too much.'

A century ago, the Serra da Estrela mountains were Portugal’s answer to the Swiss health resorts of St Moritz and Davos. Now, a historic sanatorium has been given a 21st-century makeover and is drawing people back to the hills Navigating the high slopes of Portugal’s Serra da Estrela in midwinter requires serious negotiation with the elements, but my guide, João Pedro Sousa, makes it look simple. Angling his lean frame into the wind, he digs his plastic snow-shoes into a steep drift and pauses, scanning the white ridgeline. He’s looking for mariolas – small cairns of rocks, fused by ice, that will indicate our onward trail. “The landscape changes every day so you have to learn how to read it afresh,” he says, setting off again. “At this time of year, nature is a true artist.” I plod inelegantly in his wake, still clumsy in the frames clipped to my boots to keep me from sinking into the powder. At a quartzite outcrop rippled with rose and amber, we pause and drink in the view. Below us, cupped in the glacial scar of the Zêzere valley, is the terracotta-roofed town of Manteigas – founded in the 12th century and today the modest hub for tourism in the region. Ahead, on the horizon, João Pedro points out mainland Portugal’s highest peak, the 1,993-metre Torre, home to a small ski resort suited to beginners. “This region is full of surprises,” he grins. Continue reading...
The World Economic Forum at Davos 2026 concluded after a tense but ultimately anti-climactic week. Leaders from the US, Ukraine, and Canada, including Trump, Zelenskyy, and Carney, were prominent attendees.

Psychologist Portešová explains that curiosity, rather than high IQ, may be a better indicator of giftedness in children. The Czech School Inspectorate reports that only 0.3% of gifted children are identified, despite making up 3% of the population, and diagnostic games are used for assessment.

The Murdoch family is reportedly planning to launch a new elite forum in Basel by 2028, intended to rival the World Economic Forum (WEF). The proposal has elicited mixed reactions from politicians in the city.

André Hoffmann and Larry Fink will continue to lead the World Economic Forum, which convenes annually in Davos, Switzerland. No changes in leadership are planned for the event.

Lenkijos karalienė ir Lietuvos didžioji kunigaikštienė Ona Jogailaitė garsėjo savo nepaprastu pamaldumu – pasninkaudavo iki alpimo ir melsdavosi per naktis, o artimiausi vyrai ją nuolat šiurpino…

Dizainere-maketuotoja dirbanti Renata Kovaliuk neapsiriboja tiesioginiu darbu – menininkė vadovauja vaikų dailės studijai, kur jiems ne tik perduoda meno paslaptis, bet ir supažindina su lietuvių…

Izraelio gynybos pajėgos skelbia, kad Izraelio karinės oro pajėgos sunaikino lėktuvą, kuriuo naudodavosi vasario 28 dieną likviduotas Irano aukščiausiasis lyderis Ali Khamenei bei kiti Irano…

The Canadian prime minister was quick to jump on the Iran war bandwagon, seemingly forgetting his own speech at Davos.
Taking the world as it is let's the prime minister both support and oppose the war on Iran
Tanzania has launched three new agricultural corridors, marking the largest transformation in its agricultural sector since Davos 2010.

Borge Brende, President and Director-General of the World Economic Forum, which organizes the Davos summit, announced his resignation, several weeks after the forum launched an independent investigation into...

Brende acknowledged communications with Epstein but said he was "completely unaware" of his past criminal activity.

Børge Brende stepped down as president and CEO of the World Economic Forum on Thursday, weeks after the organisation launched an independent investigation into his relationship with late American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Brende, a former Norwegian foreign minister who had led the WEF since 2017, announced his departure in a statement issued by the […]

Preşedintele Forumului Economic Mondial de la Davos (WEF) , norvegianul Borge Brende, şi-a anunţat joi demisia, în contextul unei anchete interne privind legăturile sale cu pedofilul miliardar…

Borge Brende, CEO of the World Economic Forum, is reportedly stepping down following an investigation into his connections with Jeffrey Epstein.

Dagens politiske morgenpost: Lars Løkke synes, at valget skal vente, prisen på den ifølge Morten Bødskov for dyre tur til Davos, og en varm diskussion om kandidattest mellem TV 2 og en minister. Hele

The opposition in India is gearing up to corner the government during the budget session, planning to raise issues ranging from Mantralaya graft and Indo-US deals to Davos MoUs and the death of Ajit Pawar.

Upheaval at Davos changed calculus on finding permanent chair, according to people familiar with discussions

The World Economic Forum (WEF) is facing scrutiny as its CEO is under independent investigation for alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein, referred to as a 'Davos Concierge'.

A psychologist suggests that curiosity might be a more accurate indicator of giftedness in children than a high IQ, with new diagnostic games being developed to identify talented individuals.

HC Davos secured a decisive victory against EV Zug in a playoff series game on Tuesday evening, which also saw Fribourg defeat the Lakers in another clear win.

Special sessions on the Middle East war were added to the program of a major energy conference in Texas, dubbed the 'Davos of energy,' following initial Israeli-American strikes.

Die Playoffs sind lanciert. Der HC Davos dreht die Partie gegen den EV Zug innert Sekunden. In Fribourg werden in den letzten zwei Spielminuten 180 Strafminuten ausgesprochen.
To the frustration of Davos Man, insect agriculture has found it difficult to compete with the traditional meat industry.

Hampton Court CEO summit reflects the shifting shape of the corporate climate conversation

Ukraine attempted to exhibit the Russian-Iranian Shahed attack drone at the World Economic Forum in Davos to demonstrate its technology, but Switzerland prohibited its display.
Carney’s support for the U.S. is principled and pragmatic — just not according to the definition he laid out in January
'The analogy is there because in a totalitarian regime, everyone is thinking the same thing,' Carney told the crowd

Borge Brende, President and CEO of the World Economic Forum, has announced his resignation weeks after the forum launched an independent investigation into his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.

President John Dramani Mahama recently used iconic global convenings such as the United Nations General Assembly, the World Economic Forum in Davos, and the African Union Summit to make a case for what he calls a new sovereign future for Africa and the wider Global South.
The president of the World Economic Forum, Brende, is stepping down from his position.
Davos forum CEO Brende resigns after Epstein links revealed Gulf News
An opinion piece discusses the concept of redefining multilateralism, drawing insights from events like the World Economic Forum in Davos and the Commonwealth.

Šiuolaikinius vaikus nukrapštyti nuo kompiuterių ir išmaniųjų telefonų nėra lengva. Pramogos, kuriomis suaugusieji džiaugdavosi vaikystėje, jaunajai kartai atrodo nuobodžios.

The Kirchner Museum in Davos is presenting a significant exhibition that brings together works by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and Pablo Picasso for the first time, described as an artistic summit.

'Gold,' a project from 'Davos 1917' producer Contrast Film and a highlight at the Berlinale Series Market, has received an invitation to the upcoming Series Mania Forum.

Former Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton is facing criticism from the left after calling mass immigration 'disruptive,' with strategists like Maya Rupert deeming her calls for moderation unhelpful.