Finance & Investment
Tech and ESG are the ‘investment megatrends of the decade’
Technology and responsible investing will “inevitably be the top two megatrends” of the 2020s, affirms the CEO of independent financial advisory organisation deVere.
New technology
Ed’s note: Open airwaves – an unexpected consequence of C-19?
I have been contemplating the unexpected consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic recently. Much has been said about the potential financial impact and the impact on daily operations, but it is often in the unexpected that little gems can be found.
Cybersecurity
Top 21 risk factors to threaten the globe in the next...
Frost & Sullivan has released a new report which help stakeholders understand the impact of future risks through the short, medium and long terms.
Smart Grid
Virtual AUW highlights: Smart metering communication system best for your situation
The African Utility Week and POWERGEN Africa session on key considerations in smart grid and metering communication took place on Friday 15 May.
Cybersecurity
Enel, Mastercard announce a new cybersecurity innovation lab in Israel
Enel, Mastercard and the Israel Innovation Authority to advance innovations in financial technology and cybersecurity for the payments and energy sectors.
Cybersecurity
How industry can respond to Trump’s cybersecurity executive order
On the first of May, US President Trump declared a national emergency related to the cybersecurity of the country's bulk power system. He then gave the Secretary of Energy until 28 September 2020 to essentially come up with a set of rules pertaining to which equipment — from which countries — would be allowed on the bulk power system
Cybersecurity
Supply chain cybersecurity – the focus of Trump’s executive order
Jim Cunningham, Director of Protect our Power said they could model it after a protocol already in place - the onus of responsibility for a secure product lies with the supplier.
Policy & Regulation
President Trump signs executive order protecting US bulk power system
President Trump signed an executive order prohibiting bulk power system equipment from foreign companies to avoid putting the grid at risk
Cybersecurity
US: FERC grants NERC grace on rollout of new cybersecurity rules
The NERC noted that it and the FERC had already taken steps in recognition of the “critical importance of the reliability of the nation’s energy sector and the steps that registered entities are taking to maintain the health and safety of their workforce and communities.”
Finance & Investment
ADB’s new investment arm exceeds fund capitalization target
ADB Ventures has raised $50 million from development partners, exceeding its fund close target.
