Tag #Technology

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Social Media, Brand Image, and Crisis Management: McLuhan's Legacy in Modern Business

The article analyzes how Marshall McLuhan's communication theories apply to modern business, highlighting the crucial role of social media, the importance of aligning words with actions to mitigate crises (illustrated by Orpea and Body Minute), and the need for transparency in responding to negative...

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Germany to See Massive Expansion of Automated Parcel Stations

German parcel delivery companies DHL, GLS, and DPD plan to significantly increase the number of automated parcel stations by 2030, offering consumers more convenient pickup options and potentially reducing traffic congestion in cities.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Therapy Bots: A Boon or Bane for Mental Healthcare?

AI-powered therapy bots, offering accessible mental healthcare, raise ethical concerns regarding their capacity to adapt to individual needs, emulate human qualities, and replace human therapists; studies show short-term benefits but question long-term efficacy.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Inovestor Identifies Three High-Quality Canadian Stocks

Inovestor, a Canadian fintech company, identified three Canadian stocks—Dundee Precious Metals (DPM-T), Nuvista Energy (NVA-T), and Brookfield Business Partners (BBU-UN-T)—meeting its criteria for high quality, value, and growth, based on metrics such as Stockpointer score, earnings growth, return o...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Loneliness in Crowds: Study Reveals the Complexities of Isolation

A recent study of 756 people using a smartphone app to track emotions showed loneliness is prevalent even among those surrounded by others, challenging assumptions about social interaction and isolation, highlighting the need for meaningful connections.

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No Poverty
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German Private Electric Vehicle Adoption Plummets in 2024

HUK Coburg insurance data reveals a sharp decline in private electric vehicle adoption in Germany during 2024, with only 4% of insured drivers switching to electric cars, compared to nearly 7% in 2022; this is linked to factors including the end of subsidies, high prices, limited models, and lack of...

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Climate Action
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UK Gig Workers Campaign for Algorithmic Transparency in Food Delivery Apps

In the UK, gig workers are campaigning against food delivery apps Uber Eats, Just Eat, and Deliveroo for greater transparency regarding their opaque algorithms that determine work assignments and pay, citing inconsistencies and arbitrary account deactivations, leading to financial instability and st...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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UK Government Launches AI Suite "Humphrey" to Boost Civil Service Efficiency

The UK government is launching "Humphrey," an AI suite for civil servants, including tools like Consult (summarizing public feedback, saving approximately £100,000 per project) and Parlex (predicting MP responses), as part of a wider digital services overhaul announced after last week's AI Opportuni...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Greek Banks Respond to Fee Reduction Mandate with New Transaction Packages

Greek banks introduced new transaction packages with added services to offset reduced fees on money transfers and bill payments mandated by the government, effective immediately; measures include zero charges for payments to public entities and a maximum €0.50 for transfers under €5,000.

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Reduced Inequality
cnbc.com
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Tesla's Brand Value Plunges 26% Amidst Musk Controversy

Tesla's brand value dropped 26% to $43 billion in 2024, marking a second consecutive year of decline, primarily attributed to an aging vehicle lineup and CEO Elon Musk's controversial public image, negatively impacting consumer perception and potentially future sales.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Citroën Expands Takata Airbag Recall to All of Europe

Citroën is recalling over 869,000 C3 and DS3 vehicles in Europe due to faulty Takata airbags, beginning with a phased approach in late January and prioritizing older vehicles in northern regions before extending to other European countries by June.

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Good Health and Well-being
europe.chinadaily.com.cn
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Xiong'an Streamlines Business Licensing with Cross-Regional Online System

Xiong'an New Area successfully piloted a cross-regional online business licensing system, enabling Starbucks to obtain permits remotely, significantly reducing time and costs compared to previous in-person application processes; this initiative, part of broader efforts to optimize government service...

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