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EconomicsEnergy Policy

Doughnut Economics Framework Reveals Global Growth Imbalance and Pathways to Sustainable Development

** The updated Doughnut Economics framework reveals a global economy dangerously out of balance, with ecological overshoot accelerating while social progress stagnates. This comprehensive analysis shows how nations can repurpose economic systems toward human and environmental flourishing rather than destructive growth. **CONTENT:**

In an era of escalating climate crises and persistent social inequalities, the Doughnut Economics framework provides a powerful visual metaphor for understanding humanity’s precarious position between social deprivation and ecological collapse. Originally developed by economist Kate Raworth in her influential 2017 book “Doughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st Century Economist,” this revolutionary approach challenges conventional economic thinking that prioritizes growth above all else.

by Natalie Brooks
AI AnalyticsBusiness

Meta Hires Thinking Labs Co-Founder Andrew Tulloch in AI Talent Acquisition Push

Meta Platforms has successfully recruited Andrew Tulloch, co-founder of Mira Murati’s Thinking Labs, as the company intensifies its artificial intelligence talent acquisition. The move comes just days after Thinking Labs launched its first product Tinker. This hiring represents Meta’s latest strategic poaching of top AI researchers from competitors.

Meta Platforms has secured another major victory in the artificial intelligence talent wars, successfully hiring Thinking Labs co-founder Andrew Tulloch as the social media giant accelerates its AI research and development efforts. The recruitment comes at a critical moment for both companies, with Meta Platforms working to close the gap with AI leaders and Thinking Labs having just launched its inaugural product.

Meta’s Strategic AI Talent Acquisition

by Darren Holt
AI AnalyticsBusiness

Meta Hires Thinking Labs Co-Founder Andrew Tulloch in AI Talent Push

Meta Platforms has recruited Thinking Labs co-founder Andrew Tulloch as part of its intensified AI talent acquisition strategy. The move comes amid Meta’s broader effort to compete in artificial intelligence development against rivals like OpenAI and Google DeepMind.

Meta Platforms has successfully recruited Andrew Tulloch, co-founder of Mira Murati’s Thinking Labs, in the latest high-profile hiring as the social media giant intensifies its artificial intelligence talent acquisition drive. The Australian AI research specialist’s move to Meta Platforms represents another significant personnel shift in the competitive AI landscape, coming just days after Thinking Labs launched its first product, Tinker.

Meta’s Strategic AI Talent Acquisition

by Natalie Brooks
BusinessEnergy Policy

Australia Considers US Critical Minerals Deal with $777 Million Rare-Earth Fund

Australia is exploring minimum prices for critical minerals and a A$1.2 billion strategic fund as part of potential US partnership. The proposal includes government-backed loans and direct investment in rare-earth projects to strengthen supply chains.

Australia is actively considering establishing minimum prices for critical minerals and investing in new rare-earth projects as part of a potential comprehensive resources agreement with the United States, according to a leaked government brief reported by The Age. The proposed partnership includes creating a A$1.2 billion ($777 million) strategic minerals reserve and implementing price floors to protect Australian producers from market volatility while securing essential supply chains for both nations.

Strategic Minerals Partnership Details

by Darren Holt