Emerging Markets Institute

News, stories, and thought leadership related to the role of emerging markets in the global economy.

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India’s Unified Payments Interface Has Revolutionized Its Digital Payments Market

The Unified Payments Interface has transformed digital payments in India, setting a global standard in financial inclusion across sectors.

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China’s Domestic AI Competition Heats Up

Top-tier talent, government support, and a strong domestic market position China to potentially become the AI leader.

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Latin America: From Resource Curse to a Green Power

Latin America is emerging as an unexpected leader in environmental progress within the emerging economies.

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Johnson School

Eduardo Padilla Silva: Leading with Heart, Vision, and Resilience at FEMSA

Cornell’s Emerging Markets Institute honored Eduardo Padilla Silva, MBA ’81, former CEO of FEMSA, with the 2024 Cañizares Award for Distinguished Alumni.

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Johnson School

My Summer Internship in India: A Journey of Growth, Learning, and Meaningful Connections

Chloe Matthea Ocampo is grateful to Infosys, the Emerging Markets Institute, her mentor, teammates, and fellow interns for a tremendous experience.

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SC Johnson College

Transforming Education for a New Era: The Journey of Lrn

Cornell Metro NY EMBA students aim to revolutionize education with their AI-powered app, Lrn, that personalizes learning to address educational gaps.

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Johnson School

The Intersection of AI and Emerging Markets: Opportunities and Challenges

AI and machine learning have transformed industries worldwide. Their adoption could significantly influence the futures of emerging markets.

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Johnson School

What Investors Should Learn from the Fall of Edtech Unicorn Byju’s

As global investors look at edtech in emerging markets, the promise of doing good while making money is jeopardized by a cautionary tale about Byju’s.

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Johnson School

Trade Titans: The Impact of the U.S.-China Trade War on Global Economics

US-China trade tensions are restructuring global economics, driving supply chain shifts, and prompting scrutiny of European tech investment.