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18 May 2018
The workforce in many Asian countries is aging and shrinking. Specific technologies could help improve the labor force participation of senior citizens or their productivity. Policies should promote the promotion and adoption of technologies, lifelong learning for seniors, and cross-border, intra-…
24 April 2018
The presentation includes: (i) an introduction of the Azerbaijan Microfinance Association and its work towards advancing the microfinance community; (ii) an overview of the impact of microfinance on income and savings of women vis-a-vis men; (iii) interventions to bridge the gender gap in…
24 April 2018
The presentation is a two-city analysis (Baku and Tbilisi) of the incidence and impacts of sexual harassment in public transport. It also presents the case for the importance of infrastructure design changes, technological innovations, and targeted awareness raising in changing behaviors, with the…
4 April 2018
Prosumerism is a scalable concept that will geuninely replace conventional power plants for the provision of reliability as a solution to the energy trilemma. Making a smart city truly smart entails the deployment of low carbon technologies, development of new business cases, and contribution to…
22 February 2018
This presentation discussed the System of Environmental-Economic Accounting,
12 December 2017
TAFE Queensland actively works in partnerships with international clients, including governments, industries, and institutions from over 30 countries. The Institute’s engagements with international partners vary and are tailored to local contexts, with this presentation highlighting the challenges…
7 July 2017
What are fintech bridges, and how these can help build relationships and promote connectedness? Learn more about these based on the experience of Australian Securities and Investments Commission.
4 July 2017
Regulatory sandbox has become a buzzword in the financial services industry. But what exactly is a regulatory sandbox, and how can it help ensure consumer protection? Ashly Hope of the Australian Securities and Investment Commission tackles the rationale of sandboxes and shares how Australian…
3 July 2017
Australia is home to hundreds of fintech companies, and is said to be one of the world’s strongest marketplace for fintech firms. Learn more about the experience of Australia, particularly how it works to foster innovation while protecting consumers.
22 March 2017
Australia has implemented extensive water reforms for over thirty years and has successfully increased productivity and efficiency of water use while ensuring the health of its river and groundwater systems. The country’s experience shows that water reform is not merely about infrastructure, but a…