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Might consciousness and free will be the aces up our sleeves when it comes to competing with robots?

Our advantage lies in incommensurables, and it'll grow in importance.Franck V. on Unsplash

The rise of artificial intelligence has led to widespread concern about the role of humans in the workplaces of the future.

Indeed, Israeli historian, futurist and publishing sensation Yuval Noah Harari warns in his most recent book 21 Lessons for the 21st...

In a world of digital money, what’s the right etiquette to split the bill with friends?
Vitaly Gariev/UnsplashWe’ve all been there – splitting a bill at dinner, covering a mate’s coffee, or sendi…
‘Weights of gold in bullion’: how the ancients invested in precious metals
Sailko, CC BY-SA 3.0, CC BY“All I want is an income of 20,000 sesterces from secure investments”, proclaims a cha…
Deep in holiday debt? How to start repaying overdue credit and buy now, pay later bills
Christmas lunch is over, all the presents are unwrapped. Now comes the hard part: paying for it all.If you’re in that p…
Can you ‘live long and prosper’ by learning economics from Star Trek? Or is that ‘highly illogical’?
It might seem worlds away from the Earth we know. But can Star Trek teach us anything about the economics of our own society?…
Can you return gifts without a receipt or packaging? A legal expert explains
Yan Krukau/Pexels, CC BYYou’ve been given an ugly t-shirt and a book you’ve already read. But if you don’t …
AI is transforming cybersecurity. Is your training up to date?
Cyber threats are evolving faster than employee security training can keep up. Too many organisations still default to lega…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property
In the dynamic world of real estate, commercial properties hold a pivotal position. They represent not only a significant financial asset but also a crucial business investment. When contemplating the…

Harnessing the fossil fuel industry to combat climate change? It’s more than a pipe dream
ShutterstockMany might choke at the suggestion Big Oil could play a key role in saving the climate. But, culpability for past actions aside, it is worth considering how fossil fuel…
How women can thrive in business: Renee Gracie’s top tips
Empowering women entrepreneurs is essential for fostering economic growth, innovation, and social progress. Women-owned businesses contribute significantly to the global economy, yet many women still face substantial barriers to entrepreneurship…
Why you should treat workplace friendships like your diet – aim for balance and variety
Getty ImagesThe list of organisations abandoning the option of fully remote work for employees has grown recently, with the likes of Amazon, IBM, JPMorgan and Meta leading the charge back…

Richard Valente, VP of Customer Experience Strategy at TP in Australia, explores how IT-BPM outsourcing is revolutionising the travel sector throu...

Online shoppers with HealthPost’s Flora & Fauna have made 11,000 contributions towards climate and biodiversity projects when ordering parcel ...

Aussie SMEs warn RBA not to ignore global trends, with the current sledgehammer approach threatening business viability and increasing inflation ...