OECD stories
Glass Half Full: AI is the beginning for job searchers
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hcm
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
AI can turn scattered skills into new careers, offering job seekers second chances while demanding fair access, training and inclusion.
Regulating the internet is like trying to bottle lightning using chopsticks
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martech
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commerce systems
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physical security
As AI disrupts brand protection, global rights owners face a volatile fight against online piracy that regulation alone cannot tame.
BSI launches first global standard for online age checks
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data protection
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
BSI unveils the first global standard for online age checks, aiming to harmonise safety rules as countries consider tougher social media curbs.
FOLO-UP launches watchdog to spot unsafe online goods
Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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saas
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
UK start-up FOLO-UP launches automated watchdog to scan online marketplaces and help remove tens of thousands of unsafe products.
New UK platform targets unsafe goods on marketplaces
Wed, 7th Jan 2026
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
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ai
New UK platform FOLO-UP uses AI to flag unsafe products on major online marketplaces, pressuring retailers to pull dangerous listings.
The new AI governance model that puts Shadow IT on notice
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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data protection
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casb
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risk & compliance
With 93% of firms facing unauthorised AI use, new governance models urge flexible policies to manage shadow AI risks while fuelling innovation.
European schools train 12,000 pupils to build AI & startups
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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robots
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data analytics
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iot
Across ten European countries, 12,000 pupils are learning to build AI solutions and startups to help close the continent's AI skills gap.
Over-50s talent vital for safe & effective AI in the workplace
Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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risk & compliance
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
Research reveals professionals over 50 are crucial for ethical AI oversight, enhancing business performance and reducing risks in the workplace.
Australian mid caps risk falling behind as large firms lead in AI
Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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open source
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
Only 27% of ASX 200 firms reported AI use in 2025, lagging behind US and UK; large caps lead while mid caps risk falling behind in adoption.
Green skills gap limits UK youth access to growing green jobs
Tue, 20th May 2025
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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climate change
UK youth show greater confidence in green skills than global peers, but a 200,000-worker shortfall threatens the rapidly growing net zero sector.
BioCatch appoints Andreas Dombret to aid global expansion
Thu, 15th May 2025
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hyperscale
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fintech
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data privacy
BioCatch appoints Andreas Dombret as senior advisor to boost global growth and fight financial crime with innovative technology.
Exclusive: CCH Integrator's product manager reveals technology's role in CBC reporting
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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risk & compliance
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oecd
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data collection
Product Manager, Daphne Lee, is transforming multinational tax compliance through advanced technology and client-centric solutions.
Tax leaders optimistic about GenAI despite cost concerns
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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data analytics
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genai
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ai
A new survey reveals 87% of tax professionals believe generative AI will enhance efficiency, despite 75% still in early integration stages.
Wolters Kluwer report reveals BEPS Pillar Two compliance trends
Mon, 9th Sep 2024
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risk & compliance
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oecd
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data collection
Wolters Kluwer's latest report reveals that 88% of multinational enterprises have started their journey towards BEPS Pillar Two compliance, marking an 18% increase.
Exclusive: How CCH Integrator is evolving for BEPS Pillar Two
Thu, 16th May 2024
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risk & compliance
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tax
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oecd
Andy Hung from Wolters Kluwer unveils advancements in CCH Integrator, a technology solution configuring to meet stringent modern tax compliance demands, including BEPS Pillar Two regulations.
IWD 2024: Grokking our way to gender parity in tech
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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edutech
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data analytics
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education, learning & training
To mark IWD 2024, we delve into continued gender disparities in tech and education, but signs of progress emerge, particularly at Grok Academy, focusing on bridging the gender gap.
IWD 2024: Gender pay gap widening in the United Kingom
Wed, 6th Mar 2024
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oecd
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iwd
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equality
The gender pay gap in the UK has widened to 14.5%, pushing the country to 17th place in the Women in Work Index.
Multinationals bracing for impact as OECD's BEPS Initiative rolls out
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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risk & compliance
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software development
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tax
Multinationals face a major shift with OECD's BEPS rules, with over 77% unprepared for the upcoming tax changes.
OECD adopts privacy safeguards while accessing personal data
Fri, 16th Dec 2022
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data privacy
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oecd
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digital economy
The agreement is on approaches to safeguarding the privacy and other freedoms when accessing personal data for national security and law enforcement purposes.
High-speed fibre overtakes DSL internet for first time in OECD countries
Tue, 3rd Aug 2021
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uc
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data analytics
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martech
High-speed fibre internet subscriptions have overtaken copper-wire DSL connections across OECD countries, according to new data.