World Economy Archives - Page 4 of 20

Data that taxpayers have paid for and rely on is disappearing. Here’s how it’s happening and what you can do about it

People rely on data from federal agencies every day—often without realizing it.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Online reviews influence what we buy, but should they have that much power over our choices?

Imagine you’re looking to buy a new grill. You want to make sure you purchase a well-built, easy-to-use grill for you and your family. How can you determine which one is best to purchase?This article […]

When workers’ lives outside work are more fulfilling, it benefits employers, too

Many employers are demanding more from workers these days, pushing them to log as many hours as possible.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Openness about wealth combined with penalties for financial secrecy can create fairer societies

Richer individuals contribute more to the public good when forced to be transparent about their wealth—especially when they can be penalized for financial secrecy, a new study finds.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

The rise of universities as engines of innovation

Over the past century, American universities have evolved to be more than institutions for research and learning—they’ve become engines of innovation fueling economic and societal progress.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

How the rise of Craigslist helped fuel America’s political polarization

A new study highlights how disruptions in classifieds impacted political coverage, creating opportunities for more extreme candidates.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Team evaluates reliability of author identity concealment for peer-review process

Does keeping authors’ identities secret during peer review make the process more fair? A new large-scale field study, led by Indiana University College of Arts and Sciences Professor Tim Pleskac in collaboration with Ellie Kyung […]

Every stock you take, AI could be watching you

Researchers have developed a new way to model how inventory behaves when both customer demand and supplier deliveries are unpredictable, and when missed sales cannot be recovered. The approach provides more accurate estimates than common […]

‘I have multiple side-hustles … It’s exhausting’: The challenges facing young freelance creatives

If you’re a freelancer, you know there are many perks to how you make a living. For some, this includes being free to work when and how you please, setting your own rates, and being […]

Being ignored or excluded by family affects the workplace performance of leaders and their staff, according to research

Family ostracism—being ignored or excluded by your own family—can significantly impair leadership effectiveness and reduce customer service performance, and organizations need to recognize it as a legitimate form of employee stress that can damage the […]