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Nov 22 2024BUSINESS

How China's Overconfident Bosses Boost Digital Changes

China's digital evolution has been significantly impacted by an unusual trait in its managers: overconfidence. During 2011-2022, researchers noticed that top managers who were a bit too sure of themselves actually drove deeper digital transformations within their companies. The key? They invested mo

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Nov 21 2024BUSINESS

What's Next for Apollo if Marc Rowan Becomes Treasury Secretary?

Imagine Apollo Global Management without its current CEO, Marc Rowan. That's a possibility if Rowan takes on the role of US Treasury secretary. This shift could significantly change the company's leadership and potentially open up massive financial opportunities. Rowan has been at the helm of Apoll

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Nov 21 2024BUSINESS

How Mergers and Acquisitions Boost Productivity through Digital Transformation

Mergers and acquisitions, often referred to as M&As, are like a superpower for businesses. They help companies grow bigger, get better at what they do, and perform more efficiently in a competitive market. Now, here's where things get interesting: data is becoming a crucial part of how businesses op

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Nov 20 2024SCIENCE

Exercise and FTIR: Unlocking Molecular Secrets

Physical activity is no secret weapon for health and performance. But recently, scientists are digging deeper. They're not just looking at the sweat or the pumped muscles, but at the tiny changes happening inside our bodies during exercise. Enter Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy, a fan

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Nov 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

Food and Tech: How Two Companies Are Boosting Malaysia's Digital Economy

In 2024, Malaysia's digital economy is expected to hit a whopping US$7. 88 billion! That's a lot of money. Two companies, Good Foodie Media and Involve Asia, are playing a big part in this growth. These companies are part of MDEC's FOX Programme, which helps high-growth businesses become tech supers

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Nov 20 2024BUSINESS

Green Tech and ESG: How Chinese Firms Are Leading the Way

The manufacturing industry has long been known for its environmental impact. But times are changing. Many companies are now looking to go green. They want to make sure their business practices are good for both people and the planet. This is where something called ESG performance comes in. ESG stand

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Nov 19 2024TECHNOLOGY

Smart Tolls: Using AI to Beat Traffic Jams

Traffic congestion is a massive headache for cities around the world. Traditional toll systems try to ease this problem with static pricing, but they fall short when traffic demand changes. So, what’s the solution? A new approach using artificial intelligence might be the answer. Scientists have be

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Nov 18 2024BUSINESS

AP to Slash Staff by 8% Amid Media Industry Shifts

The Associated Press (AP), a well-known news agency, is cutting 8% of its staff. This includes both layoffs and voluntary buyouts. The memo sent by AP president Daisy Veerasingham mentioned that the media sector is going through a major change, and the AP wants to focus more on digital news. The cut

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Nov 18 2024SPORTS

Indiana's New Players Shine in Early Season Wins

Indiana Hoosiers basketball team is off to a flying start with three wins under their belt. The secret? They've brought in some talented players from other teams. Myles Rice from Washington State and Kanaan Carlyle from Stanford are among the new faces making a big impact. Together with Oumar Ballo

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Nov 15 2024SCIENCE

Why Are Mitochondria's Splicing Skills Weaker in Parasitic Plants?

Mitochondria, the powerhouses of cells, have their own genome. This genome works closely with the nucleus to manage crucial genes for energy production. One key process is splicing, where plant mitochondria cut and reconnect pieces of genetic material. This study looked at 25 of these splicing event

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