Author: Kajal Kurian

Forward-thinking leaders often ask, “If parts of the future are inevitable, how can we still shape what happens?” The answer lies in understanding Soft Trends the flexible forces that differ from Hard Trends. Unlike fixed certainties, Soft Trends are influenced by human action, innovation, and decision-making. They can be altered, redirected, or accelerated through Anticipatory strategies that empower leaders to actively shape outcomes instead of merely reacting to them. This adaptability makes Soft Trends the most powerful space for modern leadership. By recognizing and strategically influencing these changeable forces, leaders can turn uncertainty into opportunity, driving meaningful innovation and maintaining…

Innovate UK, the United Kingdom’s national innovation agency, drives business-led innovation across all sectors, technologies, and regions. One question that frequently arises is: where exactly does Innovate UK spend its funding? Understanding the true location of innovation is critical for engaging local stakeholders, supporting regional development, and ensuring that government policies accurately reflect where innovation activity occurs. At first glance, this might seem straightforward—funds are sent to registered company addresses—but the reality is far more complex. The so-called “headquartering effect” presents a significant challenge. This occurs when innovation activity is attributed to a company’s registered headquarters rather than the sites…

Learn key insights from Colin Nelson’s session on creating a workplace where innovation Culture truly thrives. Instead of merely “supporting” new ideas, leaders can design the right conditions for innovation to grow. In this focused session, Colin Nelson, Chief Innovation Consultant at HYPE, shared how to move from talk to action—building practical systems that make innovation consistent, visible, and valued company-wide. Use this summary for quick takeaways, or watch the full recording for deeper insights, Q&A, and real-world examples. Below, you’ll find Colin’s core lessons and a hands-on checklist to start strengthening your organization’s innovation culture today. Why Innovation Climate…

At a recent executive dinner, we asked: “Who faced board pressure last year to explore AI?” Every hand went up. Then we asked: “Who believes their board would be satisfied with your AI progress?” Almost all hands went down. This brief exchange highlights enterprise AI today: ambition is soaring, but readiness is lagging. Boards expect bold results, tech teams struggle with legacy systems and complexity, and security, compliance, and governance are stretched thin—often without executive focus. The Pattern We See: Enterprise AI Unreadiness Across industries, AI excitement is high—but organizational alignment often falls short, preventing real value capture. Here’s how…

“Disruption” often dominates fintech conversations. Startups aim to outpace and replace traditional Financial Service institutions. While disruption drives change, legacy players banks and long-standing institutions remain essential. They have weathered decades of crises and reforms, providing structure and accountability that protect what matters most: people’s money. Fintechs excel in speed, experimentation, and unlocking access beyond traditional systems. Yet speed without structure carries risk, and failures in fintech can be swift and hard to recover from. Innovation doesn’t have to compromise security. At my firm, rapid progress thrives through collaboration with legacy institutions. The principle is simple: combine agility with stability…

Back in 2005, Sony’s PSP was the ultimate symbol of cool—every kid wanted one. I wasn’t among them, which perhaps explains my lifelong fascination with portable gaming. When I first tried Asus’ ROG Ally in 2023, that childhood longing finally felt fulfilled. Now, Asus returns with the ROG Xbox Ally X, a handheld that feels even more special. Built in partnership with Xbox, the Ally X delivers a full gaming experience on the go. Compact, powerful, and designed for gamers who want Xbox performance anywhere, I’ve spent a week using it as my main device—on commutes, lunch breaks, and even…

While smartphones double as flashlights, they often fall short when you need real brightness like finding keys under a movie theater seat. LED flashlights deliver far more power and range, lighting up dark rooms during outages or guiding you outdoors on moonless nights. Having a dedicated flashlight also preserves your phone’s battery, crucial during blackouts or emergencies when charging isn’t an option. We tested a range of popular models to identify the best flashlights for everyday tasks, outdoor adventures, or keeping in your car for unexpected situations. The Best Flashlights Read More: Top Portable Power Stations 2025 – Reliable Power…

The Best Power Stations of 2025 redefine how we stay powered at home, outdoors, and on the go. Whether you’re preparing for unexpected outages, planning a family camping trip, or working remotely, these advanced power stations deliver dependable, portable energy whenever you need it. Featuring longer battery life, faster charging, and solar compatibility, the latest models offer eco-friendly and efficient solutions for modern lifestyles. From running essential appliances during blackouts to charging laptops and phones on your adventures, a high-quality power station ensures you’re never left in the dark. Discover the top-rated options of 2025 that combine power, portability, and…

Smart rings have long been a niche segment in the wearable tech market, but recent years have seen a surge in interest as bigger brands enter the space. Finnish company Oura, a pioneer in the field, has emerged as a clear leader despite growing competition. At the end of last year, Oura launched the Ring 4, improving on its predecessor with enhanced features and design refinements to stay ahead of imitators. While it continues to impress as a piece of advanced wearable technology, the question remains whether its premium price is justified. For those seeking detailed health insights, sleep tracking,…

AI addiction meets its match. While data centers guzzle electricity, scientists are turning to a far more efficient alternative: real human neurons. Lab-grown brain organoids miniature brains derived from stem cells—now serve as biological processors capable of performing computations. This is no sci-fi fantasy. Companies like Switzerland’s FinalSpark and Australia’s Cortical Labs provide cloud-based access to living neural networks, allowing researchers to run experiments remotely. Electrodes translate the organoids’ electrical activity into basic binary operations, bridging biology and computing. Reality Check: Your Phone Is Still Smarter Current wetware systems contain roughly 10,000 neurons far fewer than the brain’s 100 billion.…