COVID-19 has presented a challenging situation for us all. Government, the private sector and academic institutions are having to make sure they put health and safety first and many have activated remote working and learning policies.
5G paves the way for economic prosperity in cities. A recent report by IHS Markit estimates that 5G will enable $12.3 trillion in global economic output across a range of industries within the next three decades. To put that in perspective, this is more than the combined spending of China, Japan, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom in 2016.
Over the past few years, the Internet of Things, also known as IoT, has been described as a fundamental game-changer for the world of business. The consultancy Bain predicts that the combined markets of the Internet of Things (IoT) will grow to about $520B in 2021, opening doorways to a vast array of opportunities for businesses – from start-ups to major corporations.
The tech industry is buzzing with excitement as experts from around the globe are praising the potential benefits of 5G and promising to change people’s lives with super-fast and reliable wireless mobile networks.
The dynamism and pace of development in Qatar is impossible to ignore. All around us new cities, hospitals, stadiums and other major infrastructure projects are proceeding at an incredible pace. And whilst it might be easier to spot the progress taking place in full view above ground, a crucial contributor to the country’s future success is taking shape just as rapidly below the surface.
Agriculture has advanced enormously since the early days of plant and animal domestication, aided by rapid developments in technology. Today, it must answer the needs of a growing global population, while at the same responding to cost restrictions, environmental changes and population growth. According to reports by the United Nations, the world population is predicted to grow from 6.9 billion in 2010 to 8.3 billion in 2030 and to 9.1 billion in 2050. By 2030, food demand is predicted to increase by 50% (70% by 2050). Because this growth means that people will consume increasing amounts of meat, fruits and vegetables, the agriculture sector must ensure that this demand is met, which calls for more sustainable levels of agriculture productivity.
Super Computers, 3D Printers, Medical Devices and Artificial Intelligence – all elements that were once popular science fiction themes but are now a part of our reality. The future is no longer a far-off imaginary place but is taking shape all around us today. The rate of technological advancement is quickening, offering real potential to improve the world around us and making this an incredible time to be alive.
The leadership of Qatar has long understood that a healthy nation is a productive nation. The Human Development pillar of the Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030 emphasises how an effective healthcare system is critical to Qatar’s success because it directly impacts social productivity and economic competitiveness. In the last few months alone we have seen the country achieve a number of major milestones in healthcare.