Beyond Tech: Culture’s Quiet Role in Mobile Payment Hesitancy

21 May 2025

A recent academic study from the University of Surrey has cast new light on the cultural dimensions influencing the adoption of mobile payment technologies. Contrary…

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Stars, Numbers, and the Psychology of Choice

20 May 2025

When evaluating a product, the way its rating is presented can significantly shape consumer perception. For instance, a 3.5 rating displayed as stars versus numerals…

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Seeking Purpose in Work? The Journey May Be Tougher Than You Think

13 May 2025

A decade-long study of snowsport instructors has offered fresh insights into what it means to pursue a career driven by passion rather than profit. As…

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Bank Deregulation in the U.S. Has Enabled Widespread Corporate Misconduct

3 May 2025

A new study from the University of Surrey has uncovered troubling consequences arising from the deregulation of the American banking sector. Since the mid-1990s, a…

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UC research reveals surprising connection between police budgets and housing market trends

30 April 2025

A new study from the University of Cincinnati has shed unexpected light on the complex relationship between police spending and housing prices—one that had eluded…

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Heavier Tax Burdens Curtail Philanthropic Contributions

25 April 2025

Governments collect taxes to finance the public good, from education and infrastructure to healthcare and social services. Charities, though operating outside the formal machinery of…

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Layered Job Skill Hierarchies Highlight the Value of Foundational Education

15 April 2025

Mastery begins with a firm grounding in foundational competencies in many professional fields. Whether it is a computer programmer requiring a robust grasp of basic…

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Ministers Pressed to Address Inequality in Access to Green Technologies such as Solar Power and Electric Vehicles

12 April 2025

According to a recent study from the University of Sheffield, to achieve its ambitious net-zero emissions goals by 2050, the UK government must do more…

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Machine Learning Algorithm Enhances Property Valuation, Benefits Market

28 March 2025

Housing often forms a substantial component of household wealth. Despite its critical importance, accurately measuring property value has historically posed significant challenges. Recent research highlights…

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Actuarially Sound Endowment Funds Facilitate Fair Risk Distribution Among Extensive Groups

11 March 2025

A recent study in Risk Sciences introduces a pioneering framework for endowment contingency funds, focusing on adopting actuarially fair contributions to guarantee equitable compensation among…

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The Impact of Domestic Violence on Women’s Career and Educational Opportunities

3 March 2025

A recent study has unveiled the profound impact domestic violence has on women’s employment, often leading to their complete withdrawal from the workforce. It reveals…

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Recent Research Uncovers Concealed Dangers of Social Capital in Microfinance Amidst Economic Turmoil

24 February 2025

A recently published article in the Strategic Management Journal reveals a significant yet often overlooked risk associated with microfinance. While social capital contributes to financial…

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