Swiss security giant ready to turn page after “tedious” corruption case
After over eight years of investigation, the Swiss Office of the Attorney General’s (OAG) probe into hi-tech security ink and traceability solutions firm SICPA has […]
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Corporations are increasingly recognising the value of boosting startups
From underground radar to better cameras for cars, established firms are increasingly benefitting from innovations developed at technology incubators. In turn, established companies are increasingly […]
The EU chases its tail on food labelling
There can be little doubt that food and fake news are two of the most hotly debated topics in the EU. The two even collided […]
The tide has turned against Nutri-Score
After years of wrangling, the desire for a harmonized and mandatory food label in the EU remains strong on a political level, even if the […]
With the global economy slowing down, innovation needs to be stepped up
It is often said that necessity is the mother of invention and, with a global economic downturn looming, companies across the globe are searching for […]
Pre-empting new outbreaks in a post-pandemic world
Despite growing economic woes and rare signs of public dissent, China continues to stubbornly cling to a zero-Covid policy at all costs while other countries […]
Europe’s cultural and heritage industries under threat
The Covid-19 pandemic and war in Ukraine have exposed and exacerbated the vulnerabilities of small, local producers in Europe, which have been less resilient to […]
As prices rise, detrimental food policies risk worsening consumer habits
Across Europe, prices are soaring as inflation bites. France is experiencing its highest levels of inflation since the mid-1990s, and the situation isn’t much better […]
Tech integral in reinstating consumer confidence in travel sector
Last week, the Biden administration officials decided to lift testing requirements for international travelers entering the United States. The announcement was welcomed by most – […]
A strong reinsurance sector is key to protect small businesses from future crises
Last week, research released by Bibby Financial Services revealed that many small businesses in the UK are struggling to cope with rising prices and supply […]