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Apple targeted in App Store antitrust damages suit that’s seeking…

A class-action damages claim is being brought against Apple on behalf of UK-based developers over its "anticompetitive" 30% fee…
Forbes - Education

Inspiring the Next Generation Of Makers through Watchmaking

The craft of working with one's hands is often forgotten in schools and society today. A history of time and watchmaking might…

When Your Employee Isn’t Reaching Their Full Potential

It can be frustrating to feel that your employees aren’t taking the initiative to do more with their talents. As their manager,…
Forbes - Education

Anonymous Donor Pledges A Second $500 Million Gift To Small Kansas…

McPherson College has announced receiving a second commitment of $500 million from an anonymous donor, who pledged $500 million…

Research: A Little Nature in the Office Boosts Morale and Productivity

Research on “micro-nature” — the incorporation of small, affordable natural elements into workplaces — demonstrates its positive…
WIRED Science

This Startup Wants to Give Farmers a Closer Look at Crops—From Space

A UK company cofounded by an astrophysicist combines AI with radar satellite imagery to keep track of vegetation, and eventually…
TechCrunch

Kitchen robot Botinkit raises $13M from DJI angel and others

Having worked in the food industry for several years, Shirley Chen saw firsthand the challenges of managing staffing and training…
Forbes - Education

Stanford President To Step Down After Review Finds Flaws In His…

Stanford University President Marc Tessier-Lavigne has announced that he will resign as president, after an investigation of his…

The Key to Great Strategies? Timing.

New York Times best-selling author Daniel Pink says timing plays an essential role in determining the success of your strategy.

The Best Leaders Are Also Technical Experts

Having a deep understanding your organization’s core business is part of leadership.
Forbes - Education

Ohio Will Spend $24 Million To Create Five University “Intellectual…

The state of Ohio is funding new "intellectual diversity" centers at five public universities. It's the latest example of…
Forbes - Education

Affirmative Action Gave Me Opportunity To Impact Millions Of People

U.S. Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action prompts my personal reflection on diversity's journey to true inclusion.
Forbes - Education

Making Sense Of The Latest Student Loan Cancellation Announcements

After the Supreme Court struck down its signature student debt scheme, the Biden administration tries to enact its agenda through…
Forbes - Education

Steve Blank, The ‘Father Of Modern Entrepreneurship’ Talks Startups,…

Steve Blank spoke on the future of entrepreneurship at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School, which is celebrating the…

How Software Companies Can Enter the U.S. Defense Market

Pentagon procurement procedures have long complicated commercial software companies’ entrance into the defense market difficult,…
Forbes - Education

Multi Million Dollar Gifts Received By Tulane, Florida Atlantic, And…

This week saw multi-million dollar gifts received by three institutions - the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee; Tulane…
WIRED Science

Weird Weather Is Making Air Travel Even Worse

Flight delays, cancellations, and violent turbulence are becoming increasingly common as extreme weather ramps up. Things are…

How a Remote Australian Mine Became a Gender-Balanced Workplace

While many industries have struggled to reach — and sustain — gender equality, progress has been particularly slow in mining and…
Forbes - Education

California State University Hires Mildred Garcia As Its New Chancellor

California State University has hired Dr. Mildred García to be its 11th chancellor. She will be the first Latina to head CSU, the…
Forbes - Education

Americans’ Faith In Higher Education Is Shaken. Leaders Can Create A…

How should we respond to the attacks against higher ed: continue the lay low strategy, or maybe go on the attack? Both carry…
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