Israel’s Election 2026 Ends in Political Deadlock

Israel’s first national election since the Hamas-led attack of 7 October 2023 has ended without a decisive winner, leaving the country facing weeks of coalition negotiations and possibly another election. The vote was widely treated as a judgement on Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership after three years of war, domestic division and growing international pressure.

With approximately 84.5% of ballot boxes counted, Netanyahu’s right-wing bloc was projected to receive 54 seats in the 120-seat Knesset. The opposition grouping led by former military chief Gadi Eisenkot stood at 49 seats, while Arab-led parties were projected to win 17. These figures remain provisional, but neither principal bloc is close to the 61 seats required to form a majority government.

Likud remained the largest individual party, winning about one-fifth of the vote. Eisenkot’s centrist Yashar party placed second. Overall turnout reached 77.7%, the highest level in Israel for more than two decades, reflecting the importance voters attached to an election shaped by the failures surrounding 7 October, the wars in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran, and the continuing argument over Netanyahu’s responsibility for Israel’s security crisis.

GLOBAL BUSINESS WEEK 2026 in Davos: Business Diplomacy Shaping The Future Of The World Economy

Hundreds of entrepreneurs, innovators and business leaders from more than 40 countries gathered in Switzerland to strengthen international cooperation, develop strategic partnerships and demonstrate the growing influence of entrepreneurial leadership on the global economy.

DAVOS, SWITZERLAND | 9-17 JULY 2026

In July 2026, Davos became the meeting place for hundreds of distinguished entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, founders of major infrastructure businesses, corporate executives and institutional leaders representing more than 40 countries across five continents.

Held at the renowned Davos Congress Centre, GLOBAL BUSINESS WEEK 2026 brought together people whose decisions influence industries, create employment, drive technological progress and open new markets. The event offered a rare opportunity for business leaders from different economic systems, cultures and generations to meet directly, exchange experience and explore practical opportunities for international cooperation.

Delegations from the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Germany, France, the United States, Ukraine, Australia, Portugal, Lithuania, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Taiwan, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Türkiye and many other countries participated in the international programme.

The central theme, “Business Diplomacy: Connections That Shape the Future”, captured a significant development in international economic relations: entrepreneurs are increasingly exercising influence through the companies they build, the capital they mobilise and the commercial relationships they establish across national borders.

One of the most important conclusions emerging from Davos was the growing relevance of business diplomacy at a time of geopolitical uncertainty, changing trade relationships and rapid technological development.

International economic cooperation cannot depend exclusively on negotiations between governments. Companies make thousands of decisions every day about where to invest, which markets to enter, which technologies to develop and whom to trust as long-term partners.

A conversation between two entrepreneurs from different countries may lead to the creation of a joint enterprise, a new distribution network, a manufacturing investment or an international educational initiative. These decisions can generate economic activity that extends far beyond the companies directly involved.

Business diplomacy begins when entrepreneurs establish sufficient trust to work together despite differences in nationality, language, culture or political environment.

For companies developing large-scale infrastructure, energy systems, technological platforms, manufacturing facilities or international service networks, this capacity is particularly valuable. Their projects frequently require cooperation between several countries, financial institutions and commercial partners.

The Davos discussions demonstrated why direct relationships between business decision-makers remain essential, even in an increasingly digital economy.

World Business Forum 2026 held in Davos

DAVOS, Switzerland — 11 July 2026 — The Davos World Business Forum 2026 successfully concluded at the Davos Congress Centre, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, corporate executives, policymakers, innovators, educators, institutional leaders and business delegations from more than 40 countries.

Delegations from Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, Taiwan, Australia, South Africa, the United States, Moldova, Lithuania, Georgia, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Poland, Austria and many other countries participated in discussions focused on international trade, innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainable economic development.

Official website: http://GlobalBusinessWeek.com

The main theme of the 2026 forum is BUSINESS DIPLOMACY. This choice is not accidental. The world is entering a period in which entrepreneurs are increasingly becoming not only creators of companies, jobs, and technologies, but also informal diplomats: they connect markets, build trust between countries, shape supply chains, create partnerships, and maintain economic bridges where political relations are becoming more complex.

The Davos Business Forum welcomed an exceptional international line-up of business leaders, entrepreneurs, economists, investors and innovators representing multiple industries and regions of the world.

WORLD WOMAN CLUB opens its 2026–2027 Jubilee Year

A new international season of business networking, education, mentoring, media projects and global cooperation begins this October in women business ecosystem.

October marks the beginning of the 2026–2027 operational year at WORLD WOMAN CLUB, the international community that connects successful, ambitious and socially active women across the world. The new programme offers a full year of opportunities for members seeking business growth, personal development, professional knowledge and meaningful international relationships.

Regional business forums will bring together entrepreneurs, executives, experts and community leaders in different parts of the world. These meetings will give women a platform to present their work, exchange practical experience, establish partnerships and develop projects across national borders.

The educational programme includes courses in business, entrepreneurship, psychology, coaching and personal development. A global mentoring programme will connect experienced women leaders with members who are entering a new professional field, developing a company or preparing for the next stage of their careers. Online business introductions, masterclasses and expert sessions will maintain regular contact between members throughout the year, regardless of where they live.

World Leaders React to Ukrainian Strikes on Russian Data Centres and Alleged Disruption of Bot Networks

Ukrainian drone strikes against three Russian Yandex data centres in October 2026 triggered an international debate about Russia's digital infrastructure, online propaganda and alleged foreign interference in democratic elections.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have publicly commented on a reported reduction in Russian-linked online activity following the attacks. However, independent researchers and cybersecurity experts have questioned whether the disruption of Yandex's infrastructure actually reduced organised political disinformation campaigns or simply took down benign search engine crawlers.

The Invisible Ballot: How Russia Targets Democracy Without Touching The Voting Box

Modern elections are no longer contested only through political rallies, televised debates and traditional campaign advertising. They are also fought across social networks, search engines, messaging platforms and seemingly independent news websites. In this digital arena, Russia has developed a sophisticated system designed not necessarily to replace ballots, but to influence the environment in which citizens make their choices.

During the 2024 US presidential election campaign, American intelligence and security agencies attributed several fabricated election-related videos to Russian influence actors. These included false stories about illegal voting and alleged ballot destruction. According to the FBI, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the purpose of such material was to undermine confidence in the electoral process and intensify divisions within American society.

The Architects of the Artificial Intelligence Era: The People Shaping the Global AI Market

Who controls the technologies, infrastructure and strategic decisions that are defining the future of the global economy?

WORLD NEWS | GLOBAL ECONOMY | 20 OCTOBER 2026

Author - Andrew Azarov. Professor of Business, Economics, and the Applied Use of Artificial Intelligence. International Business Academy Consortium (United Kingdom).

The Architects of AI: 21 Leaders Shaping the Global Artificial Intelligence Market in 2026

Artificial intelligence is no longer simply another branch of information technology. It is gradually becoming part of the fundamental infrastructure of the modern economy, much as electricity, the internet and mobile communications transformed previous technological eras.

Yet behind the sophisticated models, enormous data centres, multibillion-dollar investments and increasingly familiar AI products stand individuals whose decisions influence the direction of an entire industry.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is the intelligence of machines or software, as opposed to the intelligence of human beings or animals. It is a field of study in computer science that develops and studies intelligent machines.

The chief executives of the world's largest technology corporations and specialist AI companies determine which models are developed, how computing infrastructure is expanded, whether technologies remain proprietary or become more accessible, how artificial intelligence enters business operations, and which principles may eventually govern the relationship between humans and increasingly capable machines.

Understanding the contemporary AI market therefore requires an understanding of the people who are shaping it.

 

100%NEWS presents a comprehensive overview of the most influential executives and strategic figures in the global artificial intelligence industry, as of 20 October 2026.

This is neither a wealth ranking nor a popularity contest.

The individuals featured represent companies operating across the essential layers of the emerging AI economy: foundation models, computing infrastructure, semiconductors, cloud platforms, enterprise software and global consumer ecosystems.

Together, they illustrate how artificial intelligence is becoming a new organising force in international business, technological competition and economic development.

France: between 550,000 and 800,000 people reportedly participated in approximately 110 demonstrations

Since late September, pupils have blockaded schools and marched through French cities to protest against teacher shortages, overcrowded classes, deteriorating buildings and the pressures created by the Parcoursup university admissions system. Their movement has gradually attracted teachers, trade unions, university students and members of the Yellow Vest movement. On 17 October, between 550,000 and 800,000 people reportedly participated in approximately 110 demonstrations across France.

RUSSIA’S DATA-CENTRE WAR: DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE, BOT NETWORKS AND FOREIGN ELECTIONS

Ukrainian drone strikes against Russian data centres have opened a new front in modern warfare. Instead of targeting only oil refineries, ammunition depots and military factories, Ukraine has begun striking infrastructure that supports Russia’s cloud computing, artificial intelligence, banking systems, communications and digital economy.

The attacks have produced genuine disruption. However, the widely circulated claim that they eliminated 60%—or even 90%—of Russian bot activity requires careful examination. Available evidence shows that Russia conducts extensive foreign influence operations, but it does not yet prove that the damaged data centres controlled most Russian political bots or enabled Moscow to “manage” foreign elections directly.

Azerbaijan Invests in the Next Generation: MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL has launched a 2nd branch in Baku

Azerbaijan is steadily strengthening its position as a country committed to economic modernisation, human capital development, innovation and private enterprise. One of the most promising areas of this transformation is the development of entrepreneurial competencies from an early age.

The opening of the second MINIBOSS BUSINESS SCHOOL branch in Baku in 2026 provides a compelling example of how educational technologies developed in the United Kingdom are becoming part of Azerbaijan’s evolving entrepreneurial ecosystem, creating new opportunities to prepare the next generation of entrepreneurs, business leaders and innovators.

No New Yalta: no lawful peace for Ukraine without Ukraine

US President Donald Trump has made one of his most controversial statements about the war in Ukraine, declaring: “I think it is time for somebody else to negotiate on behalf of Ukraine.” His words were directed against President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, whom Trump accused of failing to reach an agreement with Russia earlier. Yet the statement raises a question far greater than the political future of one Ukrainian leader: who has the right to speak for an independent country fighting against foreign aggression?