Economy

The fourth industrial revolution, Technological innovation and firm wages: Firm-level evidence from OECD economies

fourth industrial revolution

Introduction: In the realm of technological advancements, the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) blends the physical, digital, and biological domains, offering unprecedented opportunities to reshape economic and social systems (Schwab, 2017). This study delves into the impact of the 4IR on wage levels across 27 OECD economies, focusing on firms driving 4IR technologies, encompassing areas like genetics, artificial intelligence, robotics, nanotechnology, …

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The role of pre-migration human capital in the economic integration of immigrants in France

economic integration

The 2008 Trajectories and Origins survey forms the basis for a unique study on the socio economic integration of migrants in France. Instead of comparing immigrants to the general population, the focus is on understanding the factors influencing varying levels of employment and earnings among migrants, particularly examining the impact of pre-migration skills, including professional and language skills, offering valuable …

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Coworking spaces : New places for business initiatives?

Coworking spaces

Coworking spaces , increasingly prevalent globally, serve as hubs for collaboration and improved working conditions, benefiting self-employed individuals. However, there’s a notable research gap on entrepreneurs and salaried workers in these spaces, despite being a targeted demographic. This study addresses this void by exploring the interests and strategies of salaried workers and entrepreneurs in coworking spaces, particularly in small cities …

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The Role of Celebrity and Status in the Performance-Pay Relationship: Evidence from the ‘Big Five’ European Football Leagues

This research investigates the factors contributing to the frequent discrepancies between the performance of individuals within organizations and their corresponding salaries. The study particularly focuses on situations where actors or employees serve as highly visible representatives of their organizations. We propose that two intangible assets, namely celebrity and status, may influence the strength of the connection between individual performance and …

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