> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsletters.qs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # ⚕️ WHO received $4B in funding. Global labour income share of GDP up 50%. One-fourth of ICT security uses AI. - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/who-received-4b-in-funding-global-labour-income-share-of-gdp-up-50-one-fourth-of-ict-security-uses-ai/ - Published: 2026-02-17T12:30:34.000Z - Updated: 2026-02-17T12:30:34.000Z - Description: Chart of the Day #543 Looks at the labour income share of GDP, WHO funding, and enterprises' usage of AI. - Author: QS - Tags: Charts **Hello 👋** Oregon Tech to [upskill](https://www.lakecountyexam.com/townnews/hydrography/oregon-tech-receives-over-1m-to-advance-energy-innovation-meet-workforce-needs/article%5F094f69b7-e547-4dbf-9153-515211eddd36.amp.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) energy workforce. Colorado Space Institute to [upskill](https://www.safran-group.com/news/safran-dsi-partners-colorado-space-institute-strengthen-us-space-workforce-2026-02-16?ref=newsletters.qs.com) US space workforce. UK to [upskill](https://www.decisionmarketing.co.uk/top-story/3-3bn-in-skills-funding-goes-begging-over-levy-muddle?ref=newsletters.qs.com) digital workforce. Craven County receives [$2.4M](https://www.wnct.com/news/craven-cc-gets-2-4-million-for-healthcare-programs/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in workforce grants. Tanzania’s government [distributes](https://dailynews.co.tz/government-distributes-18000-free-vocational-textbooks/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) 18,000 free vocational textbooks to support technical education programs. IBM [offers](https://www.nigeriastartupact.ng/ibm-skillsbuild-cohort-2-free-cybersecurity-training-with-certificate/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) free cybersecurity training and certification. The US Department of Labor announced a [$145M](https://lynnwoodtimes.com/2026/02/16/apprenticeship/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) funding opportunity to expand registered apprenticeship programs. ### Today's Topics 💼 **Workforce.** Global labour income share of GDP surpassed 50% **⚕️ Health Skills.** WHO received nearly $4B in funding 🤖 **Artificial Intelligence.** One-fourth of ICT security enterprises used AI in the EU Thanks for reading! **Not a subscriber yet?** [Subscribe now](https://newsletters.qs.com/#/portal/) --- ## 💼 Global labour income share of GDP surpassed 50% [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2026/02/data-src-image-4fe21f07-3352-4fa9-87a7-744b0fb93515.png)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCH0KIXKNPSSQD8W1E8B?ref=newsletters.qs.com) In 2024, labour income accounted for over 50% of global GDP, with Europe and North America recording the highest share. This indicates that wages and salaries remain the primary source of income for most workers worldwide. A strong labour income share supports household spending and economic stability. It also reflects the role of skilled employment and formal job markets. Regions with [weaker labour shares often face informality and limited worker protections](https://www.imf.org/en/blogs/articles/2017/04/12/drivers-of-declining-labor-share-of-income?ref=newsletters.qs.com). Strengthening labour rights and decent work policies remains central to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. ## **⚕️** WHO received nearly $4B in funding [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2026/02/data-src-image-7dadefb4-504d-444a-bb05-272743b3cfe9.png)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCHLV2XO8LINFOC42K30?ref=newsletters.qs.com) From 2024 to 2025, the United States remained the largest contributor to the World Health Organisation. This highlights the WHO’s [strong financial reliance on a small group of major donors](https://healthpolicy-watch.news/who-budget-crisis-bigger-than-previously-thought-2-5-billion-gap-for-2025-2027/?ref=newsletters.qs.com#:~:text=The%20outgoing%20administration%20of%20United,to%20give%20a%20year's%20notice.). This concentration creates vulnerability when political priorities change. The [recent US withdrawal](https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn9zznx8qdno?ref=newsletters.qs.com) has renewed concerns about funding stability. Steady contributions are essential for the WHO to sustain global health programs and respond effectively to emergencies. ## 🤖 One-fourth of ICT security enterprises used AI in the EU [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2026/02/data-src-image-e1e2a204-4208-45f5-8362-379f93a0015a.png)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCHBBRQ71QLQI5CL03QU?ref=newsletters.qs.com) EU data for 2024 shows that nearly 25% of [manufacturing enterprises used AI for ICT](https://www.ibm.com/think/topics/ai-in-manufacturing?ref=newsletters.qs.com) security alongside strong adoption in sales and production. This reflects rising concern over cyber threats as factories become more connected through cloud systems and smart machines. According to a recent Forbes analysis, AI tools now detect intrusions, [predict attacks and protect industrial networks](https://www.forbes.com/sites/craigsmith/2026/01/21/poison-fountain-and-the-rise-of-an-underground-resistance-to-ai/?utm%5Fcampaign=forbes&utm%5Fmedium=social&utm%5Fsource=whatsapp) in real time. Strong digital security is becoming essential for safeguarding data production systems and supply chains. Future EU digital resilience policies aim to expand secure AI adoption across manufacturing. --- **Like getting this newsletter?* Request a demo for unlimited access to over one million charts* [Request a Demo](https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/2C1%5FV5ni4SEyLILjrqcyQnQfigrs?%5F%5Fhstc=246933147.4a0f9c817dbdb1552dab36c635584622.1688407869224.1749831404162.1749845959660.481&%5F%5Fhssc=246933147.4.1749845959660&%5F%5Fhsfp=4268195782&ref=newsletters.qs.com) --- **Thank you for reading. Have a great week ahead!** Have some feedback or want to sponsor this newsletter? 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