Innovation's New Map: Tech Clusters, Venture Capital, and What's Next

Join Mo and Jo as they dive into WIPO's latest Global Innovation Index! Your hosts explore the changing landscape of global innovation, from the rise of powerhouse tech clusters like Tokyo-Yokohama and Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou to emerging innovation hotspots. They break down why certain economies are leading the pack in venture capital investment, examine the surge in social entrepreneurship in unexpected places like Oman and Latvia, and explore how ecological sustainability is reshaping innovation metrics. The conversation spans from Israel's impressive performance across multiple innovation pillars to the rapid advancement of nations like Thailand and Vietnam in high-tech exports. Whether you're a policy maker, investor, or innovation enthusiast, this episode maps out where global innovation is heading and why it matters.