The pace of technological innovation will pose enormous challenges to people, companies and economies, changing the way we learn, work, live and stay alive
Despite the proliferation of technology, the human factor will remain significant, particularly when it comes to setting rules, norms and standards
The world will have to deal with major ethical questions relating to the impact of the spread of technology
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