Lessons learned from the EU’s algorithmic price war that ripped off consumers Manufacturers were using algorithmic price monitoring to determine when retailers were discounting prices and make their prices competitive.
Debunking five common stereotypes about older workers Despite age-related discrimination being prohibited by law, many employers hire younger applicants because of unfounded myths about age and productivity.
Childcare shake-up neglects family day care workers, so we must learn from garment workers’ experience Education Minister Simon Birmingham encourages families to shop around for cheap childcare, so many workers have to cut rates to attract families.
Research supports a four-day work week with five days’ pay A win-win for everyone: less hours and same pay for employees; lower costs, increased productivity and a boosted reputation for employers.
A ‘yeah-but’ mentality stalls progress on plastic bag ban The government-mandated ban of single-use plastic bags in supermarkets has been met with resistance by those with a “yeah-but” mentality.
There’s booming jobs numbers, but dig deeper and it’s not all rosy Employment indicators in Australia are increasing, but there's more to the story that impressive headlines, writes Richard Holden.
How quantum computers could steal your Bitcoin Puzzles used to protect bitcoin are so complex that current technology cannot crack them. But quantum computers could crack these puzzles in coming decades.
Secret ingredient that made Netflix a world beater could lead to its demise Netflix’s latest half-year results have disappointed the market, sending shares in the TV streaming giant down 13% in one night.
Why middle-aged entrepreneurs are better than young ones A recent publication in the National Bureau of Economic Research shows that middle-aged entrepreneurs are far more successful than younger ones.
Think carefully before buying Bitcoin – and don’t buy the ‘safe haven’ claims Typically, assets are valued based on the cash flows they produce. Bitcoin lacks this property, leading to ongoing debate as to the true value of Bitcoin.
Why plastic bag bans triggered such a huge reaction Woolworths' and Coles' plastic bag ban has been applauded by environmentalists, but were reportedly met with abuse and assault and claims of profiteering.
The rise of the ‘digital detox’ holiday: The trend changing the way we take a break For many people digital communication now trumps natural conversations. But a corrective to this addiction has emerged: the digital detox holiday.
