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The Digital Undertow: How Technology Quietly Reshapes Our Social Worlds*
Risks and rewards of generative AI in creative industries like film and TV
Professors Greta Hsu and Beth Bechky explore generative AI’s impact on creative industries, looking at both the immediate, surface-level benefits, as well as the deeper, less visible consequences—the digital undertow—and the implications for business leaders.
Carbon Tech Versus the Accounting Profession: The Race for Leadership
Video of Emeritus Distinguished Professor presenting on “Carbon Tech Versus the Accounting Profession: The Race for Leadership” at the 2024 Accountability in a Sustainable World Conference, a virtual forum on Sept 25-26, 2024.
Game Over? How Customers Respond When Mobile Banking App Rewards Go Dark
Digital incentives in financial services boost engagement, not a gimmick
Does gamification in banking really work? Assistant Professor Mike Palazzolo blogs about the impact of rewards on app usage, bill payments and loan repayments when a Latin American bank paused its program.
The State of Artificial Intelligence Regulation in the U.S.
Distinguished Professor Hemant Bhargava and UC Davis undergraduates advocate for greater AI regulation
Distinguished Professor Hemant Bhargava explains how the rapid rise of AI has sparked urgent calls for regulation, with state governments in the U.S. taking the lead, as revealed by recent data.
The Impact of Climate Change on Financial Markets: Lack of Consensus Perils Investors
Professor Paul Griffin say 30+ years of academic research falls short
Despite three decades of research, academia lacks consensus on climate-related financial risk. Emeritus Distinguished Professor Paul Griffin co-wrote a study that identified key papers, highlighting ongoing uncertainties that disadvantage investors and hinder policymakers.
Tesla Fires Its Supercharger Team. Crazy? But Why?
Elon Musk shocks by axing Tesla's 500-strong Supercharger team. Why? Distinguished Professor Hemant Bhargava explains if it’s Musk's bold vision, strategic imperative or another whim like Twitter layoffs.
