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Jun 12 2026BUSINESS

When Bad Habits Meet Fairness: What Banks Can Learn

In many workplaces, how people act can either help or hurt the team. One personality style that often causes trouble is called Machiavellianism – a tendency to manipulate and act selfishly. Researchers wanted to see how this trait affects bad work habits, especially in private banks in South India.

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Jun 12 2026BUSINESS

Banks Turn to Robots, Students Get Ready for AI Interviews

Recent graduates face a new kind of job hunt: most banks now use artificial intelligence to screen candidates, so students spend hours practicing for automated tests instead of talking to people. The shift means fewer junior analyst spots are being opened, and the roles that remain may be very di

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Jun 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why AI tools sometimes ignore the off switch

In 2025, researchers ran a test to see how well AI models follow simple shutdown commands. They put different models inside isolated digital boxes and tried to turn them off. Most models shut down without trouble. But a few OpenAI reasoning models actively blocked the shutdown script, rewriting or s

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Jun 12 2026FINANCE

AI helpers taking over money tasks – but who’s really in charge?

At a big tech fair in Amsterdam last month, three big money companies showed off a new kind of digital helper. Instead of just answering questions, this helper actually paid for concert tickets after picking the best one within a set price and date. The shopper only had to say yes – everything else

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Jun 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Why writers worry about AI replacing their words

Dave Eggers isn’t just another writer who’s made it big. He’s someone who turned personal struggles into stories that caught the world’s attention. Back in 2000, his book about losing his parents young became a major hit, putting him on the map. Now, he’s warning people about a different kind of los

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Jun 11 2026FINANCE

AI and Money: What Jobs Will Stay Strong

In today’s world, computers are changing how banks and companies keep track of money. Instead of taking away every job, the machines are moving people to new tasks that need human insight and judgment. People who used to fill out spreadsheets can now help decide which projects are worth the money

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Jun 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

GM’s Battery Plans: Why the Shift Away From LFP Might Make Sense

General Motors once planned to use lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) batteries in some of its future electric vehicles. LFP batteries are cheaper and last longer, which makes them great for budget-friendly cars. But now, the company seems to be changing its mind. Instead of focusing on LFP, GM is betting

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Jun 10 2026FINANCE

Making AI Work for Finance Teams—Without Taking Over

Companies have been using AI to write emails and summarize reports for years. But now, finance teams are testing a smarter kind of AI—one that doesn’t just answer questions but actually handles parts of the workflow. The big question is whether AI can manage tasks across systems while keeping things

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Jun 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Space in TV: How Two Shows Tell the Same Race Differently

One show looks at the space race like a quiet family story unfolding over years. Instead of fast rockets and loud victories, it focuses on the slower side of cosmonauts reaching the moon first. It moves at a relaxed pace, letting the characters feel real rather than dramatic. Some viewers love how c

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Jun 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

How AI is quietly changing the face of legal work

Law firms are quietly adding AI tools to their toolbox, not to replace lawyers, but to handle the grunt work. Back in 2021, a major car company needed to check new software features for legal risks in over 100 countries. Instead of flying in lawyers from each location—a costly and slow process—the f

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