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Is AI really coming for our jobs and wages? Past predictions of a ‘robot apocalypse’ offer some clues

Written by Tom Coupe, Associate Professor of Economics, University of Canterbury

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Is AI really coming for our jobs and wages? Past predictions of a ‘robot apocalypse’ offer some clues

In a world of digital money, what’s the right etiquette to split the bill with friends?

‘Weights of gold in bullion’: how the ancients invested in precious metals

Deep in holiday debt? How to start repaying overdue credit and buy now, pay later bills

Can you ‘live long and prosper’ by learning economics from Star Trek? Or is that ‘highly illogical’?

Can you return gifts without a receipt or packaging? A legal expert explains

AI is transforming cybersecurity. Is your training up to date?

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

Share Cars up as Sydneysiders Cut Back on Expenses

Be careful what you claim for when working from home. There are capital gains tax risks

expect to be underpaid, bullied, harassed or exploited in some way

From Check-in to Touchdown: How AI and smarter systems are transforming the travel industry

Online Christmas shoppers fund climate and biodiversity projects via HealthPost's Click Sphere for Good initiative

US landmark settlement protects SMEs, highlighting flaws in the RBA's proposed blanket card surcharging ban for Australia

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