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FEATURED PUBLICATIONS
AI & Robotics, Sustainability
Artificial Intelligence for Climate Risk Prediction and Adaptation
FII Institute, in collaboration with Columbia Climate School, has recently launched “Artificial Intelligence for Climate Risk Prediction and Adaptation,” a timely report examining how artificial intelligence can transform the way societies prepare for and respond to increasingly severe climate events. Authored by Thomas Chandler and Joshua L. Devincenzo, the report highlights a profound shift from […]
AI & Robotics, Education
Non-Negotiable Skills In The Future Of Education With AI
As generative AI transforms education and work, the report explores how societies can preserve uniquely human capabilities—such as critical thinking, ethical reasoning, creativity, empathy, and collaboration—and provides actionable insights for educators, institutions, and policymakers to ensure AI strengthens, rather than replaces, human agency.
Healthcare, Sustainability
Silent Systems, Loud Burden: Why We Are Building a Preventive Health Readiness Index and Why It is Important for Investors and Policymakers
What if the greatest healthcare investment opportunity lies not in treating disease, but in preventing it? Developed with FTI Consulting, this report explores why prevention remains underfunded and undermeasured, introducing a first-of-its-kind Preventive Health Readiness Framework to help governments and investors identify gaps, strengthen resilience, and unlock long-term value.
2025 FII Institute Annual Report
The 2025 FII Institute Annual Report captures a defining year of momentum as FII Institute accelerated its evolution from global convening power to action-driven “do tank.” Anchored in its three pillars: THINK, XCHANGE and ACT. The report showcases how data-driven insights, high-impact partnerships and targeted investments are being mobilized to address the world’s most urgent […]
FII PRIORITY Miami 2026 Post Summit Report
What does it take to move capital with conviction in a world defined by volatility, disruption, and rapid technological change? The FII PRIORITY Miami 2026 Summit, themed under “Capital in Motion,” delivered a powerful, insight-driven analysis of the forces reshaping global investment today. Bringing together perspectives from world leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators, the report […]
AI & Robotics
AI-Led Growth and Jobs in the Emerging and Developing Economies
What if artificial intelligence could become the most powerful driver of inclusive growth and job creation across emerging markets? Our latest report by Jeffrey D. Sachs, University Professor and Director of the Center for Sustainable Development, Columbia University outlines how artificial intelligence is redefining economic growth and job creation across emerging markets and developing economies […]
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What does it take to move capital with conviction in a world defined by volatility, disruption, and rapid technological change? The FII PRIORITY Miami 2026 Summit, themed under “Capital in Motion,” delivered a powerful, insight-driven analysis of the forces reshaping global investment today. Bringing together perspectives from world leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators, the report […]
FII PRIORITY Asia 2025 Post Summit Report
FII PRIORITY Asia convened global leaders, investors, and policymakers in Tokyo to explore how Asia is shaping the next phase of global growth and innovation. The Summit fostered high-level dialogue and deal-oriented engagement across critical sectors including sustainable finance, advanced technologies, infrastructure, and energy transition. Through strategic discussions, curated networking, and landmark signing ceremonies, FII […]
FII9 Executive Report
FII9 Conference, themed “The Key to Prosperity: Unlocking New Frontiers of Growth,” brought together over 10,000 delegates, including 2,000 members and 60 partners, to drive global collaboration on the world’s most pressing challenges. The conference unveiled over $50 billion in projected deals across energy, AI, infrastructure, and construction, spotlighting unparalleled investment opportunities. By championing ethical […]
FEATURED CONTRIBUTIONS
Are robots the solution to the crisis in older-person care?
Addressing global elderly care resource shortages, social robots provide companionship and assistance, enhancing the well-being and independence of the elderly. But, some researchers are beginning to question if these devices are ready for widespread use or if the investment in technology is better spent in traditional care methods. Explore the debate in our recent Nature sponsor feature here
A test of artificial intelligence
As debate rages over the abilities of modern AI systems, scientists are still struggling to effectively assess machine intelligence.
Will ChatGPT give us a lesson in education?
There might be a learning curve as AI tools grow in popularity, but this technology offers teachers opportunities to help pupils acquire new skills around formulating questions and in critical thinking.
Robots need better batteries
As mobile machines travel farther from the grid, they’ll need lightweight and efficient power sources.
Accelerating sustainable finance in the Middle East and Africa
Financial institutions and governments in the region must drive the development and growth of sustainable finance to respond to the climate crisis.
Abandoned: The Human Cost of Neurotechnology Failure
When the makers of electronic implants abandon their projects, people who rely on the devices have everything to lose.
Bioinspired robots walk, swim, slither and fly
Engineers look to nature for ideas on how to make robots move through the world.
Miniature medical robots step out from sci-fi
Tiny machines that deliver therapeutic payloads to precise locations in the body are the stuff of science fiction. But some researchers are trying to turn them into a clinical reality.
Learning over a lifetime
Artificial-intelligence researchers turn to lifelong learning in the hopes of making machine intelligence more adaptable.
Teaching robots to touch
Robots have become increasingly adept at interacting with the world around them. But to fulfil their potential, they also need a sense of touch.
Strategic Partners’ Perspectives
Academic Partners’ Impact
HEC Paris x FII Institute: Recap of 2022
The FII Institute's partnership with HEC Paris aims to make a positive impact on humanity through their THINK Pillar. Associate Professor Daniel Halbheer's research chair on "Business Models for the Circular Economy" focuses on reducing resource and environmental footprints while having economic and social benefits.