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he SpaceX IPO illustrates a key finding of the latest Future Readiness Indicator, today’s winners are no longer asset-light, but asset heavy. Does this mean that vertical integration should be top of...
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Europe’s irreplaceable innovator: ASML’s CEO on powering the digital future
Christophe Fouquet, CEO of ASML, tells Jean-François Manzoni how the world’s only EUV lithography machine maker became Europe’s most indispensable company – and what comes next. ...
Emerging economies are next frontiers of energy transition
Brazil, India, and Nigeria, among others, present opportunities and challenges for business in a rapidly developing energy landscape. Companies should tailor their approaches to tap into growth markets....
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Europe’s irreplaceable innovator: ASML’s CEO on powering the digital future
November 10, 2025 • by Jean-François Manzoni in I by IMD Podcasts • 1 min read • 
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ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet on EUV innovation, AI-driven chip demand, and leading Europe’s most critical technology company....
Why business ecosystems hold the key to resilient decarbonization
Digital ecosystems are transforming how industries decarbonize. By linking data, AI, and shared infrastructure, companies can cut emissions, boost resilience, and tackle Scope 3 impacts—proving collaboration is key to achieving a low-carbon,...
Will AI be a catalyst for net-zero transition … or a drag on it?
AI is power hungry but, used wisely, its benefits could outweigh the costs. Business leaders will play a key role in determining whether innovation and sustainability can advance together....
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Olympian insights: Leadership meets elite sports
November 4, 2025 • by Susan Goldsworthy in I by IMD Podcasts • 2 min read • Podcast available
Oliver Zeidler shares his journey from swimmer to World Champion rower, balancing sport, business, and a beginner’s mindset....
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LEGO built too much complexity: This is how we got back on track
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