What are humanity's biggest problems?

The Global Risks Report 2024, produced by the World Economic Forum, brings to the fore the most pressing problems facing humanity in the immediate future, but also in the long term. The risks facing humanity Risks such as the spread of false information and climate change are identified as the biggest threats in the short and long term, respectively, testing the world's resilience and adaptability, Playtech writes. The report highlights that progress in human development is gradually being eroded, leaving both states and individuals vulnerable to emerging and recurring risks. Systematic changes in the global dynamics of power, climate, technology and demographics are testing the world's adaptive capacities. In the short term, the spread of false information and disinformation are central points of concern. The persistent cost of living crisis and the risks associated with disinformation fueled by artificial intelligence are identified as major threats.

The report also highlights the close link between misinformation and societal unrest, which becomes a particular concern in the context of upcoming elections in major economies. Even in the long term, the situation does not appear to be more Lack of economic opportunity is ranked as a significant threat over the next two years, and barriers to economic mobility could lead to the isolation of certain segments of the population from economic opportunities. Environmental risks continue to dominate concerns over all time horizons. Extreme weather events are identified as a major threat in 2024, and critical changes in Earth systems, biodiversity loss and pollution are considered among the most severe long-term risks. Global Risks Report 2024 urges leaders to reexamine their approaches and actions to address these global challenges.

Global cooperation is recommended to rapidly build support pathways to counter emerging risks. Proposed solutions include agreements to integrate artificial intelligence into conflict decision-making, build individual and state resilience through digital literacy campaigns on disinformation and disinformation, and boost research and development in climate modeling and technologies with the potential to accelerate the energy transition . .