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01 Jan 09

The outlook for mobile phones in 2009 | Buzzing demand | The Economist

  • FROM the world's poorest countries to the very richest, the demand for mobile phones will not be derailed by tougher economic times. Globally, subscriptions will swell by 8%, bringing the total to some 4 billion worldwide. In the developed world growth will be spurred by the need to upgrade to ever more powerful, internet-enabled phones, while in emerging economies heavy investment in network infrastructure will mean that virtually anyone, just about anywhere, will be able to get reception. In recession-hit economies, however, customers will delay their upgrades and cut back on pricier usage plans.

Mapping the World's Fastest Supercomputers - Interactive Graphic - NYTimes.com

While the U.S. has the world's fastest supercomputers, it faces increased pressure from countries like India and China.

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31 Aug 08

Learning from Singapore

  • The findings of the delegation were compiled in a report titled “Learning from Singapore,” which highlighted the country's commitment to education as a part of its plan for economic growth in a knowledge-based global economy.
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