📢 Call for papers: Participate in the 2026 David Dollar Memorial Prize, recognizing top research in private sector development using the @WorldBank #EnterpriseSurveys data. Prize: 3,000 USD Deadline: Jan 15, 11:59 PM ET See if you are eligible: https://t.co/43w0ObEn58

🌐One platform. 📈10,000 indicators. 🌎200+ economies. Explore how the @WorldBank’s #Data360 is making development data more accessible, actionable, and AI-ready. Blog by @AxelVT_WB & @IndermitGill: https://t.co/kGOoXuujc8

Call for submissions! The Living Standards Measurement Study (LSMS), Northwestern University’s Global Poverty Research Lab & the World Bank Data Academy are looking for papers on innovative household survey methods for a conference on Dec 8-9. Details: https://t.co/dztHgeQ0tW

Did you know the world is facing a massive cybersecurity crisis 🌍? The @worldbankdata publications reveal a talent shortage of over 4 million professionals globally. This isn't just a problem for one country – it's a worldwide challenge with 90% of cybersecurity studies only

Make your data more effective & AI-ready with the Metadata Editor. Join our online course and learn how to build high-quality metadata that makes data easier to find, reuse & trust. Available now: https://t.co/UuGNQqB28K #Ideas4Impact

How can #tourism create more and better jobs in the #Caribbean? Sustainable tourism, IT services, remote customer service and digital platforms are some of the opportunities available. Learn more: https://t.co/f5aYbOOvws

How can #tourism create more and better jobs in the #Caribbean? Sustainable tourism, IT services, remote customer service and digital platforms are some of the opportunities available. Learn more: https://t.co/f5aYbOOvws

Our September Pink Sheet paints a mixed picture: - Energy index down 0.5% - Metals up 2.9%, led by precious metals - Fertilizers down 4.4% How do these shifts affect global markets? See the full data: https://t.co/OWqpA5lqU0

The world is swimming in data 🏊🗂️— but are we using it effectively? Read @AxelVT_WB & @IndermitGill latest blog on how the @WorldBank’s new #Data360 platform is transforming raw numbers into real-world impact: https://t.co/wNbLKzfWpF

How connected is the world today, and who’s still left behind? 💻 Explore the new @WorldBank’s #Data360 platform to access key data on internet access, mobile connectivity, and the digital divide across regions. Start here: https://t.co/3i0VpVwyJi | #DataMeetsDevelopment

Seven charts reveal how rural-urban infrastructure gaps reflect deeper inequalities. From water access to power and clean cooking, data show that investing in rural services is one of the fastest ways to reduce poverty and improve lives. ➡️ https://t.co/ZSkWtZPdRi

Conflict, drought, inflation—food insecurity in MENAAP crosses borders. With new WFSO indicators, governments and partners can now track crises more consistently and coordinate faster interventions. Explore how better data supports regional action: https://t.co/gz9u9Xhj0G

By 2050, Africans will make up 1/3 of the world's workers. Hear from @ShagueUNICEF, Katia Osei, Juyoung Yang, & Craig Hammer to learn about the potential demographic dividend & the importance of investing in children now in the new #DevelopmentPodcast! https://t.co/xP0XDiBCsq

June 2025 World Bank Global Economic Prospects report predicts global growth will slow to 2.3% in 2025, the weakest pace since 2008 outside recessions. #WorldBankData

86% of adults in East Asia and the Pacific own a smartphone, and 83% have a financial account. The region leads the world in digital connectivity and financial access. Explore #GlobalFindex regional data: https://t.co/7bV7QCMO4u

What helps ports perform better? ✅ 24/7 operations ✅ Smart crane deployment ✅ Digital platforms ✅ Customs coordination ✅ Strong partnerships The Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) shows these factors drive real gains. 🔗 Download the report ⬇️ https://t.co/YmdkqQp927

Food insecurity in the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan is rising—but data are often missing or outdated. The @WorldBank’s World Food Security Outlook adds new indicators to bridge gaps and strengthen country comparability. https://t.co/KgRDiFNdZi

How fast are countries transitioning to renewables? While high-income countries must shift heavily from fossil fuels, lower-income ones can move quicker to cleaner energy if costs keep declining. See more #data (even by country) in our #SDGAtlas: https://t.co/Yh2nbrsyLo #COP28

Want a 360° view of any economy? With #Data360, you can explore a complete picture of economic and social development for over 200 economies. Whether it's education, climate, or public finance, dive into key areas with just a few clicks. Try it now: https://t.co/b4q2XEvsLF