World Issues according to Google
Economic issues
- Inflation: A top global concern, with one-third of respondents in a January 2025 survey choosing this as the most worrying topic
- Unemployment: A global concern
- Economic volatility: A top operational risk in 2025
- Global growth: The global economy is expected to grow at a similar pace to 2024, with solid development in the US and above-average growth in many emerging markets
Crime and violence
- A top global concern, with crime and violence rising in tandem with inflation
Cyber threats
- China’s cyber operations are growing aggressive
- There is a surge in GenAI-powered social engineering
- There is a sharp increase in malware-free identity theft
Other issues
- Poverty and social inequality
- Military conflict between nations
- Health care
- Immigration control
- Climate change
- Extreme weather and emergency events
Individuals Who are Tackling World Issues