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Q&A: Give workers a say in AI rollout, says union head
As AI spreads through the world's workplaces, the head of UNI Global Union says workers must have a say in its rollout.
Bangladeshi fashion suppliers adopt new technology to boost productivity. Workers want a fair share of the benefits.
Policy & Finance
Laura Lee to run first Asia-led climate philanthropy advisory
The former Credit Suisse executive has been appointed CEO of an organisation that aims to help close Asia’s US$815 billion climate finance gap.
Corporate Responsibility
AI is stifling demand for junior sustainability talent: recruiter
The use of AI to do entry-level tasks is exacerbating "massive talent pathway issues" that prevent junior professionals from gaining valuable experience, recruiter Paddy Balfour said at the ReThink conference in Hong Kong.
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