Thomas Schelling, the co-recipient of the 2005 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economics Sciences, died yesterday at the age of 95. While not as famous as other Nobel-winning economists (such as Friedman, Stiglitz or Sen), Schelling was a cult figure within behavioural economics and international relations.
Schelling made a number of fundamental...
When you call up a business, you might get an automated customer service giving you options and helping you to do whatever it is you need to. This is a digital robot.
It’s common to see digital robots in these types of roles because the technology is getting cheaper and better, says Mary-Anne Williams, founder and director at UTS’...
The modern world is a complex place, even if we don't think it is.ShutterstockAnts are simple creatures. They live by simple rules: if you see a scrap of food, pick it up; if you see a pile of food, drop the food you are carrying. Out of such simple behaviour, an ant colony emerges.
We humans are like the ants. For all our sophistication, we react...
State governments have recognised that treatment for mental health should be subject to more modern regulation.from shutterstock.comEvery jurisdiction in Australia, except the Northern Territory, has been reforming its mental health laws in recent years. This is because governments have recognised that treatment for mental health should be subject...
Introduction For many businesses across the Gold Coast, staffing remains one of the most significant challenges. The region’s diverse economy, with its mix of tourism, construction, hospitality, and ...
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In a growing city like Melbourne, sustainability and efficient waste management are continually growing concerns. Of the numerous categories of waste, scrap metal and used vehicle batteries stand out ...
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Running a small business means every team member counts and when poor health leads to absenteeism or low energy, productivity and profits take a hit. Lost workdays, rising healthcare costs, and staff ...
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