The Steep Cost of Gender Bias
A study from Oregon State University College of Business suggests the best way to eliminate gender bias is to remove humans partially from the hiring process.
- Published in Education
A Robot Will Connect With You Now
Artificial intelligence programs that consolidate data could change perceptions of automated assistance.
- Published in Tech
Rural Connections
Maupin’s publicly owned fiber-optic network has made COVID-19 challenges more manageable and could accelerate the exodus of workers from cities.
- Published in Tech
Ashland Benefits From Buy-Local Campaign
As federal assistance to small business stalls, the Ashland Chamber of Commerce designs buy-local programs to support struggling stores.
- Published in Restaurants and Retail
Holiday Markets Rise to COVID Challenge
As the coronavirus halts holiday market traditions, new practices emerge to help vendors boost sales.
- Published in Restaurants and Retail
Pandemic Benefits Local Ranchers
COVID-19 poses an existential threat to meat producers. By staying small, local ranches could be the answer to an ailing meat business.
- Published in Farms and Forests
Drones on Demand
A Bend delivery drone production company could play a critical role in the distribution of vaccines.
- Published in Tech
COVID-19 Tests Farming Models
Family farms turn to e-commere to stay afloat.
- Published in Farms and Forests
Pandemic Boosts Livestream Sector
An increase in people watching content livestreamed over the internet has caught the attention of advertisers seeking new audiences.
- Published in Arts and Entertainment
Changing Course on Global Trade
A Biden administration would likely improve international trade relations.
- Published in Economy and Finance