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Technology has become a driving force in transforming economies and shaping the landscape of wealth creation . In the modern era, technological advancements have accelerated the pace of innovation , altered industries , and provided new opportunities for individuals to generate wealth . This blog examines the profound impact of technology on wealth creation , exploring how it has revolutionized various sectors and empowered individuals to achieve financial prosperity . I. Technological Disruption and Innovation:  Technology has disrupted traditional industries, revolutionizing the way business is conducted and creating new avenues for wealth creation. Innovations such as the internet, cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and blockchain have reshaped sectors ranging from finance to healthcare, enabling more efficient processes, cost savings, and enhanced productivity. The advent of digital music and streaming platforms, such as Spotify and Apple Music , disrupted...

Can the annual conference of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change ( COP-18 ) – under way in Doha – be a forum for meaningful action? A global roundup of experts tackles some of the thorniest questions. Simon Dalby of Canada's Balsillie School of International Affairs says steep challenges remain in reaching a global treaty, but better results could come from joint ventures among non-state actors. Susanne Droege of the German Institute for International and Security Affairs says Doha could be a venue for more bilateral and sector-related cooperation. Artur Gradziuk of the Polish Institute of International Affairs says negotiators should focus on creating a "smart work program" that lays the groundwork for future talks. At New Delhi's Centre for Policy Research, Navroz K. Dubash also zeroes in on procedural issues and the importance of what he calls "incremental trust building." Yu Hongyuan of the Shanghai Institutes for International S...

MacBook Err Why I'm disappointed in Apple's ultraslim new laptop. By Paul Boutin Posted Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2008, at 7:44 AM ET -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Apple's new super-extra-ultraslim MacBook Air laptop is undeniably sexy. As shown in Apple's TV spot, the new laptop slides effortlessly into a manila envelope. Its fat end is slimmer than the skinny end of Sony's thinnest Vaio notebook. (The specs: 0.76 inches thick at the back, tapering down to 0.16 inches at the front.) This is a major technical and aesthetic breakthrough, and a killer feature for those vexed by the fact that you can't send laptops via interoffice mail. But as I watched Steve Jobs demo his new products onstage at San Francisco 's Moscone Center, I was struck by all the things you can't do with the MacBook Air. That's because the balance of power at Apple, and in the tech world generally, has tipped. In many ways, phon...