August 26, 2024 AI stocks are outperforming—but artificial intelligence isn’t going to save the economy anytime soon A new analysis from Vanguard suggests that AI stocks may be at unjustifiably high prices while we’re still headed for an economic soft patch in the near future. BY Sam Becker AI is everywhere, but it may not be … Continue reading AI stocks are outperforming—but artificial intelligence isn’t going to save the economy anytime soon
July 25, 2024 Headed for a soft landing? Here’s why our economy is so unusual right now A historic feat on the horizon, coupled with lingering bad vibes, together prove that the economy is still in a very strange state. BY Sam Becker Achievement unlocked? The United States’s economy grew faster than expected during the second … Continue reading Headed for a soft landing? Here’s why our economy is so unusual right now
July 05, 2024 The U.S. economy added 206,000 jobs in June while the unemployment rate rises to 4.1% Last month’s job growth did mark a pullback from 218,000 in May. BY Associated Press America’s employers delivered another healthy month of hiring in June, adding 206,000 jobs and once again displaying the U.S. economy’s ability to withstand … Continue reading The U.S. economy added 206,000 jobs in June while the unemployment rate rises to 4.1%
June 21, 2024 Autodesk’s Dara Treseder on the rise of the ‘intention economy’ Treseder talks Cannes Lions and AI in advertising on the latest episode of the ‘Rapid Response’ podcast. BY Robert Safian When Elon Musk, Karlie Kloss, Travis Kelce, and a who’s-who of media, branding, and tech execs all converge, there’s plenty of buzz. From … Continue reading Autodesk’s Dara Treseder on the rise of the ‘intention economy’
By Shalene Gupta December 04, 2023 Gender inequity is everywhere, from household chores and leisure time to salaries and now “green skills.” As climate change looms over us, skills that can help solve environmental problems are becoming increasingly valuable. However, a new report from LinkedIn finds that only 1 in 10 women have so-called … Continue reading Women are falling behind in the green economy. LinkedIn says the gender gap is getting worse
By Rakia Reynolds October 26, 2023 The ability to be creative is expanding and unfolding right before our very eyes. We are not just passive spectators—instead, we are active participants in this new normal. It’s our imperative (and a privilege) to be present in this moment in time as we magnify our capacity to … Continue reading How the democratization of the creator economy can help you
Unleashing Women Entrepreneurs: Boosting Global Economy Deanna Ritchie / Sep 27, 2023 On 21 September 2023, the United Nations (UN) demonstrated its commitment to inclusive funding by highlighting the importance of empowering female entrepreneurs to achieve gender equality and stimulate global economic growth. This undertaking includes implementing targeted measures that close the gender divide … Continue reading Unleashing Women Entrepreneurs: Boosting Global Economy
By Caitlin Dewey—Stateline September 20, 2023 Joshua Wood remembers days during the COVID-19 lockdown when New York City’s streets were practically empty, save for workers like him. That experience convinced the 25-year-old Brooklynite—who makes deliveries for both Uber Eats and a package delivery service—that the gig economy needed some urgent changes. Roughly one in … Continue reading New York, Seattle are among the cities eyeing stronger protections for gig economy workers
By Joe Berkowitz August 20, 2023 As the lights dimmed at Brooklyn Opera House, the audience braced themselves for a video interlude. Soon, the venue’s movie screen filled with the familiar visage of Ben Hosley, producer of the comedic film-appreciation podcast, Blank Check, whose live show had packed the house on this particular March … Continue reading How podcast producers became rising stars in the creator economy
By Jessica Bursztynsky August 11, 2023 Gig companies have finally moved past the initial COVID-19 challenges. This month’s second-quarter earnings report from Uber shows that rides have picked back up from pandemic levels in the U.S. market, while DoorDash’s financial results indicate food delivery is here to stay. Now, gig companies need to show … Continue reading Has the gig economy finally put Covid in the rearview mirror?
