Innovation Insights Blog

While global venture capital (VC) activity appears to have regained momentum after the sharp boom-and-bust cycle of 2020–2023, the recovery is uneven, driven by AI-related megadeals and concentrated in the United States.

The Global Innovation Index (GII) tracks how economies perform in innovation — from research investment to technology diffusion. Within its Business Sophistication pillar, the Innovation Linkages sub-pillar captures a critical question: how effectively do universities, firms, and governments collaborate to turn ideas into impact?

The Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025 ranks the world’s top 100 innovation clusters, emphasizing their important contribution to national innovation systems.

Which emerging economies are gaining ground in brand value and which industries account for the largest share?

When it comes to true scientific influence and eminence, the number of papers a researcher or institution publishes only tells part of the story. The real measure lies in the quality and far-reaching impact of the scientific contributions, especially those that drive innovation and progress across entire economies.

The growing global trade in intellectual property reflects how economies increasingly exchange knowledge across borders. Which countries are leading IP exporters, and which are the largest importers? Explore the global flows here.

Tracing the post-pandemic shift in software investment—and its critical role in powering AI and digital transformation.

Which box office releases in Italy outperformed international blockbusters Barbie and Oppenheimer?

Which sector is driving the surge, and can it sustain growth amid rising trade tensions or will it disrupt the momentum?

Which countries are leading the surge in intangible assets, and who’s falling behind? India makes a surprising entry into the top ranks, while shifting global trends reveal unexpected leaders and laggards.