Jobless claims fall to lowest since late April
The drop was led by a sizable decline in Michigan, indicating continued demand for workers despite economic concerns.
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Microsoft’s $20B AI deal will shake up how we work
This is Microsoft’s second-largest acquisition after its $26 billion deal for LinkedIn.
Coronavirus will finally give artificial intelligence its moment
The centralization of more corporate data in the cloud is also precisely what’s needed for companies to develop AI capabilities from better predictive algorithms to increased robotic automation.
Treatment for burnout is still an uncomfortable topic in the workplace
The global economy loses $1 trillion a year in productivity as a result of depression and anxiety but those seeking treatment often face stigmas to getting help.
Senate approves paid family leave for federal employees
Offering family leave doesn’t actually hurt the bottom line, and may even pay off in the long run.
Employers shouldn’t fear expansion of Medicare
Big businesses most likely fear big Medicare expansion in large part because it would lead to a significant tax increase. But looking at any tax increase as an enemy is a mistake.
A Humana deal would escalate the insurance arms race
Everybody is playing diversification catch-up to UnitedHealth, which has spent billions on everything from a PBM to ambulatory surgery clinics.
Computer models say that diversity helps companies
Differing groups of problem solvers — groups of people with distinct tools — consistently outperformed groups of the best and the brightest, Bloomberg View Columnist Justin Fox found in his research.
The recruitment economy hinges on poaching workers
Wisconsin is trying to attract a Foxconn factory even though it doesn't have enough workers.
