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Researchers from Virginia Tech found that phishing attacks can spoof email addresses of trusted friends and co-workers, making it easy to obtain sensitive information. Email providers tend to prioritize delivery over security, leaving users vulnerable to phishing campaigns.
The McCombs School of Business at UT Austin is part of a $50 million blockchain program launched by Ripple, supporting academic research, technical development and innovation. The program aims to explore increasingly useful applications of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
The Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley is partnering with Ripple to develop a comprehensive program focused on blockchain, cryptocurrency, and digital payments. The initiative will support academic research, technical development, and innovation in these areas, with a focus on reducing poverty and enhancing the greater good.
A new study surveyed 330 UK micro-business owners, finding that internalised motivation (fair fiscal system) and extrinsic motivation (severe penalties) predict self-reported tax compliance. Internalised motivation but not extrinsic motivation predicts tax compliance when considered together.
Aalto University researchers found Nokia's radical strategic renewal was fueled by a culture shift led by the new board, which increased trust and encouraged data-driven decision-making. By presenting multiple options, top managers became less emotionally attached to their initial strategies.
The Last Artifact documentary follows scientists as they seek to establish a new definition for the kilogram, with implications for modern life. The film showcases the history of the current standard and the challenges of updating it.
John Osburg's research reveals how economic reforms and anti-corruption campaigns foster corrupt business networks in post-Mao China. The study shows that elite networks use ritualized leisure activities to establish guanxi ties, which serve a purpose beyond mere entertainment or business transactions.
A study by University of Seville experts found that over-60s access online banking when they understand its usefulness and value social influence from younger family members. Banks can encourage acceptance by promoting online services through user-friendly designs, leaflets, and recommendations.
A new UBC study explores the benefits of team mindfulness in reducing interpersonal conflicts and improving teamwork. When teams practice mindfulness, they experience reduced conflict and better focus on tasks, leading to improved job satisfaction and psychological well-being.
A study of dual job holders found that they do not prioritize one job over the other and demonstrate high levels of work engagement and performance. However, this often leads to increased work-family conflict due to time spent away from home.
Researchers found that voters prefer 'agreeable' politicians who are perceived as trustworthy and cooperative, but these traits often hinder their success in office. In contrast, candidates with a competent appearance tend to perform better in elections.
Mattershift, a UConn-backed startup, has developed carbon nanotube technology for mass-producing carbon-zero fuels, fertilizers, and pharmaceuticals. The company aims to remove CO2 from the air and convert it into usable fuels at a lower cost than fossil fuels.
A Penn State researcher suggests that using online exchanges like Craigslist can reduce municipal solid waste by 2-6% annually, leading to millions of dollars in savings for large cities. This reuse behavior could also eliminate millions of tons of waste and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Research reveals job seekers focus on forming new ties for career advancement, rather than relying on former colleagues. Meanwhile, those considering quitting still value maintaining relationships with friends at work due to concerns about losing social connections upon leaving.
Michigan State University researchers discovered that having a blended mix of married and unmarried bandmates boosts creative success and innovation. Similarly, MBA students benefited from marital diversity, with its impact growing over time. This study highlights the benefits of lifestyle diversity in various groups.
New research from Cass Business School finds life expectancy and health outcomes worsen with deprivation, with men more adversely impacted. The study also reveals a widening gap between rich and poor, with top five districts in Northern England being the most deprived.
Researchers found that surprises can have far-reaching effects on attitudes and behavior, making them a valuable tool for communication. Surprises can also rapidly spread through networks, creating collective effects on culture.
A new research project aims to understand how non-profits and private organizations coordinate with governments in responding to natural disasters. The study will analyze data from Texas, Florida, Puerto Rico, and California, with the goal of improving recovery efforts and community resilience.
A boom in fragile nonbank lenders has put the US mortgage market at risk of another meltdown, warns a new paper. Nonbanks originate half of all US home mortgages and have limited capital and access to cash, making them vulnerable to collapse.
Researchers found that banks increase loan interest rates for borrowers with peer firm restatements and more severe customer firm restatements, impacting business relationships and credit scores.
A recent study suggests that information security managers can motivate employees to act more securely by providing relatable messages and offering options. Employees may not realize they're putting company data at risk, but giving them choices can encourage better behavior.
Research finds that living abroad leads to clearer career decision-making and increased self-concept clarity. The study, conducted by a team of social scientists at Rice University and other institutions, suggests that depth, not breadth, of international experiences enhances self-discerning reflections.
Engineers at Nokia successfully transmitted 78 interleaved 400 Gb/s channels with a 31.2 Tb/s fiber capacity in real-time bidirectional transmission, surpassing previous demonstrations. The setup utilized commercially available transponders and standard fibers to achieve high spectral efficiency.
A study by researchers at the University of Michigan found that more nurse practitioners practice in lower-income areas with low life expectancy. This trend may offset a shortage of doctors in high-need areas.
Researchers from UC3M and BQ will develop a new camera system leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance photographic quality and identify visual patterns. The collaboration aims to foster education, training, and innovation in AI research and its applications.
A new report suggests that improving health and economic activity among those aged over 50 is key to addressing the UK's pension crisis. The Centre for the Study of Financial Innovation (CSFI) recommends creating an 'active aging' environment, which would raise lifetime earnings and saving levels.
A new study from the University at Buffalo School of Management found that investors lose more than 3% of their investment when equity analysts are involved in a firm's initial public offering. The researchers discovered that information from analyst reports is less informative and less accurate, resulting in losses for investors but b...
A new study by City St George's University of London challenges the conventional perception of competition in financial markets as a war-like, ruthless environment. Instead, firms within syndicated markets adopt a relational approach to competition, incorporating collaboration and reciprocity.
Six UNIST startups, including RecensMedical and SuPine Therapeutics, have been selected for the Tech Incubator Program for Startup (TIPS) to receive business incubation spaces and funding. The program aims to promote technological innovation and support talent in growing their businesses.
Research from University of Notre Dame suggests psychopaths may excel under abusive management styles due to varying levels of psychopathy. Employees with high primary psychopathy traits report feeling less angry and more engaged under abusive supervisors.
Research reveals human smugglers operate in a highly segmented market, with each stage a competitive marketplace for 'independent and autonomous' smugglers. Successful smugglers rely on reputation among migrants to maintain their business, and removing one smuggler can lead to rivals seizing their market share.
A study by University of East Anglia and Nottingham Trent University found that Olympic success leads to decreased trading volumes in major economies. However, stock market returns remain largely unaffected. The researchers suggest that investors' distraction is the primary reason for this decrease.
A new financial services tribunal is proposed to fill the gap in resolving mid-market disputes between financial institutions and small and medium-sized enterprises. The tribunal could increase international demand for English credit, reduce compliance costs, and improve innovation and growth.
A study by Case Western Reserve University reveals Aldi's success lies in limiting product choice and targeting price-conscious consumers with a single supplier for most products, resulting in higher sales growth (15%) compared to Walmart (2%)
A UTA study surveyed 344 married couples finding that mobile device use during family time results in lower job satisfaction and performance. The study highlights the need for companies to consider the impact of work-life interaction on employee relationships and productivity.
A national survey experiment reveals that 53% of respondents supported denying service to same-sex couples, while 39% favored it for interracial couples. Support for service refusal extends beyond religious reasons, with many citing individual rights and libertarianism.
Researchers found that when punitive measures from regulatory agencies were followed by help from business support organizations, companies were more likely to stick to voluntary improvement projects. The study analyzed 1,200 environmental improvement recommendations and found a positive correlation between the timing of regulatory act...
Libratus AI uses a three-pronged approach to master no-limit Texas Hold'em, breaking the game into computationally manageable parts and adjusting its strategy based on opponents' gameplay. The AI beat top pros in 20 days of competition, amassing over $1.8 million in chips.
A study of 1,916 employees found that those who integrated work into their personal life were more exhausted and had a lower sense of balance and well-being. Employees who did not separate work from free time reported fewer recovery activities and experienced greater exhaustion.
Research suggests that actively disagreeing with statements can lead to reduced bias. By prompting people to question their assumptions, individuals become more skeptical of their initial preferences. This counter-arguing mindset is essential for creating a healthier perspective.
The study highlights successful private businesses that implemented pollution reduction initiatives, such as carbon capture and storage technologies. Experts recommend shifting financial focus to improving public transport infrastructure to reduce CO2 emissions.
New research by the University of East Anglia and Stockholm University found that staff who feel treated unfairly at work are more likely to be off sick for longer periods. The study also discovered that higher levels of job insecurity increase the risk of long-term sickness absence.
A study by USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology found significant disparities between Yelp and Nursing Home Compare ratings for nursing homes in California. The research highlights the need for improved ratings systems to help consumers make informed decisions about nursing home care.
Researchers developed a new approach to identify protein structure from sole sequence information by analyzing paired mutations across thousands of protein family members. This method identified sequence covariations that uncover the protein's macrostructure and its fundamental structural and functional units.
Recent research from the University of Leicester suggests that frequent feedback between formal appraisals and good prior planning and communication of standards can make performance appraisals successful and appreciated by employees. This synergistic relationship shows that feedback has a greater effect when standard setting is good.
A Michigan State University study found that people fit into specific 'vinotypes' based on their food and beverage preferences. The researchers recommend that servers and sommeliers consider these preferences when suggesting a wine. By trusting their own palate, consumers can make informed choices about wine pairings.
A recent study published in Frontiers in Psychology found that empowered employees are more proactive even when they don't trust their leader. This is because empowering leadership increases role breadth self-efficacy, allowing subordinates to take on new tasks and exhibit proactivity.
A University of Delaware research team is studying how people adapt to power outages and water shortages after disasters. The project aims to optimize risk management strategies and improve societal needs through a multifaceted approach combining engineering modeling techniques, social science methods, and real-world case studies.
The University of South Florida's special issue highlights international efforts to promote innovation outputs through new university courses, curricula, and programs. Key findings include the importance of IP management in universities' curricula, as well as innovative approaches to teaching engineering and business skills.
Research from the University of Notre Dame suggests that having a wide range of experience as an entrepreneur can be both beneficial and detrimental to securing investments. While some investors view broad experience positively, others see it as a liability, particularly in crowded or competitive markets.
Mousensor, LLC has been awarded a National Science Foundation Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant to develop a human-nose-on-a-chip based on fundamental research at CUNY. The company aims to detect and digitize every single smell, enabling fragrance houses to increase competitive advantage through unique product development.
EnterUp's AI-driven system uses spatial collaborative filtering to personalize online searches, resulting in a 25% increase in property sales conversions. The technology also extends the range of offerings by suggesting areas with similar characteristics, such as nearby shopping malls.
The participation of women in the labor force has nearly doubled since 1950, benefiting everyone, including men, with average wages increasing as a result. Women bring important skills and perspectives to businesses, making them more productive and competitive.
A study found that middle managers used tactics like inflating subordinates' performance and coercing employees to deceive top management to achieve unachievable goals. This deception can harm an organization by affecting bonuses, strategic decisions, and resource allocation.
A new protective textile developed at the University of Delaware using shear thickening fluid technology will protect astronauts from punctures and projectiles in space. The technology has been awarded a $750,000 grant to produce a prototype for NASA's Journey to Mars mission.
Research by University of Georgia finds that highly educated non-executive employees generate and review accounting reports, catching errors or fraud more often than auditors and regulators. This improves a firm's external financial reporting accuracy and reduces manipulation in SEC filings.
Research by Gita Johar and colleagues found that people fact-check less when they perceive others are present. In group settings, participants flagged 35% fewer statements for later fact-checking on simulated news sites compared to individual settings.
Arturo Azcorra presented on the 5G Crosshaul Architecture, a key element of the overall 5G architecture being developed by the European project 5G-CROSSHAUL. The Taipei 5G Summit 2017 provided important clues about the future of 5G network technology.
A new study in Management Science found that users who can tolerate rejection are more likely to succeed on platforms like Match.com, which offer unlimited profiles. In contrast, users who prefer a faster match experience, such as eHarmony, may benefit from limited profile options.
A study from the University of Notre Dame found that recognizing differences between personal views and others' perceptions can enhance empathy, cooperation, and communication. This awareness can prompt individuals to re-evaluate their own opinions or influence others, leading to better team dynamics and more effective interactions.