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Milken Institute Outlines Next Steps for Mobilizing an Early Warning System for Pandemics
Washington, DC, March 30, 2022—Recognizing the most effective way to combat the next pandemic is to
start planning for it now, FasterCures, a center of the Milken Institute, released key considerations and next steps for mobilizing an e
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Provo-Orem, Utah Tops Milken Institute’s 2022 Ranking of Best-Performing Cities for Second Year in a Row
Ashville, NC, and San Luis Obispo, CA, fall sharply from 2021 rankings; Logan, Utah, is No. 1 among
small US cities.
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FinTech in Focus — March 28, 2022
At this point, you probably have your mind made up on non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Most people fall i
nto the following three categories.
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Milken Institute statement on ARPA-H inclusion in FY2022 spending bill
Esther Krofah
Executive Director
Milken Institute FasterCures and Center for Public Health
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FinTech in Focus — March 14, 2022
Web 3.0 Onboarding
In previous editions of FinTech in Focus, we’ve talked a lot about Web 3.0 and s
ome of its components, like decentralized finance, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), metaverse real estate, and decentralized autonomous organizations
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Milken Institute Announces DEI in Asset Management Executive Council
Inaugural Council Initiated as Part of the Center for Financial Markets’ DEI in Asset Management Ini
tiative
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Milken Institute Leaders Share Expertise at United Nations General Assembly Week
NEW YORK, N.Y. (September 20, 2023) — The Milken Institute is on the ground at the 78th Se
ssion of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
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Multimillion-Dollar Scientific Grant Program Releases Third Cycle of Funding to Increase Foundational Understanding of Sarcoidosis
WASHINGTON, DC (September 20, 2023) — The Ann Theodore Foundation Breakthrough Sarcoidosis
Initiative (ATF-BSI), in partnership with the Mil
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Navigating the Future of Travel in a Post-pandemic World
In today's fast-paced world, travelers often seek efficient and personalized solutions to plan their
trips. With advancements in technology and the rise of AI, travel companies are embracing innovative ways to enhance customer experiences.,
Technology can empower us to continually connect with friends, communities, and the wider world.
, Digital consumer engagement has never been as important as it is today, and livestreams have become a key growth driver in the travel business.
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Unlocking Capital Flows To Transform Global Food Systems in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia is a vital supplier of the world’s food. In 2019, it was responsible for 90 percent o
f global rice production.,
The agri-food sector in Southeast Asia is poised for explosive growth against an ever-challenging landscape.
, Multiple new studies point to a notable gap in agri-food investments in Southeast Asia, especially for transformational farming practices that could increase yields, reduce land use, protect biodiversity, and reduce emissions.
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Asia: The Game Changer for Investment Diversification
Asia is a game changer for the prescient investor.,
The diverse Asian landscape presents a hinterla
nd for global businesses and investors.
, Asia’s resurgence is driven by its:
broader role as a diversifier for global investors and businesses, amidst geopolitical tensions;
potential in the decarbonization race against climate change; and
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Easing Asia’s Retirement Crisis: The Alternatives Opportunity
Speaking recently with peers in Singapore, I was struck to learn 70 percent of workers surveyed in A
sia-Pacific this ,
Estimates indicate that, by 2050, one in four people in Asia-Pacific will be over 60 years old.
, Stressed Systems
Asia-Pacific is a diverse region of varied communities, customs, and capital markets. No one-size-fits-all approach exists for providing retirement security, and the varied retirement systems in Asia-Pacific underscore this.
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