Global coronavirus cases surpass 200 million
Confirmed cases of coronavirus worldwide topped 200 million with 4.25 million deaths, amid a surge in highly transmissible delta variant infections.
Adaptation Fund
The Adaptation Fund is an international fund that finances projects to help developing nations adapt to the negative effects of climate change. Since 2010, the fund has committed over $1.39 billion for climate adaptation and resilience projects, assisting over 45.8 million beneficiaries.
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Report cites climate-linked rise in disasters
A new report found disasters due to weather may force nearly 162 million people to seek humanitarian aid by 2030, almost 50% more than in 2018.
OECD sets new voluntary ethical standards for artificial intelligence
IBM, which helped develop the standards, said they offer policy guidance for governments and stakeholders worldwide.