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Imposter Syndrome in Higher Education: a hidden crisis‑threatening student mental health and success
Get PDFFOMO and green service purchase intentions : a stimulus-organism-response perspective
No full textPurpose – The study examines green service purchase intentions(GSPIs) of Indian consumersthrough the lens of the stimulus-organism-response (S-O-R) framework. The study considers environmental concern and green word of mouth (GWoM) as stimuli, fear of missing out (FOMO) as the organism and GSPIs as the response.
Design/methodology/approach – Using a cross-sectional survey design, the study uses a structural equation modelling approach to analyse 320 responses collected from the Indian consumers.
Findings – GWoM and environmental concern influenced FOMO and GSPI. FOMO mediated the relationship between environmental concern, GWoM and GSPIs.
Originality/value – This study exhibits the pivotal role of FOMO – both as a driver and a mediator of GSPIs – and establishesit as a driver ofsocially desirable behaviour, thereby making the study novel. The study also tries to evaluate FOMO as the organism, driven by novel stimuli, thereby advancing the literature on S-O-R theor
Terrorism as Imaginary: Creating Politics of Fear1
No full textIt has always been difficult, almost impossible, to reach a globally acceptable definition of terrorism. Historically, many terrorist organisations engaged in indiscriminate killing of random citizens, spreading chaos and fear. However, governments can also create and spread fear, lie, manipulate, and use the ‘politics of fear’ to restrict human rights, demonise opposition, limit, and even abolish democratic institutions to extend their grip on power. Authoritarian leaders have often stigmatised potential opponents, naming them ‘terrorists’. Some liberation movements, that in the past had radical fighters employing terrorist tactics, later denounced them and became acceptable and legitimate political actors. Therefore, terrorism is a crucial category to understand imaginaries and fears. This chapter explores the historical origins of terrorism, classifies various types, explains the role of religion and ideology, and provides various case studies to exemplify the imaginaries of terrorism and the politics of fear
Policy and regulatory frameworks for AI and global work : navigating the challenges
No full textThis chapter explores the policy and regulatory frameworks necessary for managing the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the global workforce. As AI technologies reshape industries, they present both opportunities and challenges, including labor displacement, ethical dilemmas, and regulatory fragmentation. The chapter examines the role of AI in transforming global work, highlighting key challenges such as fairness, transparency, and accountability in AI systems. It discusses policy frameworks from different global perspectives and the need for international collaboration to harmonize AI regulations. Furthermore, the chapter emphasizes the importance of human-centric AI policies that prioritize worker protection, ethical development, and equitable access. Key recommendations include investing in reskilling, establishing social safety nets, and fostering global cooperation to create a sustainable and inclusive future of work. This comprehensive approach aims to ensure that AI benefits workers and society, while mitigating potential risks
The Future of Work and Outsourcing : emerging trends and predictions
No full textThe future of work and outsourcing is shaped by technological advancements, globalization, and evolving labor models. Automation, artificial intelligence, and remote work are driving a shift from cost-focused outsourcing to strategic partnerships emphasizing innovation and agility. The gig economy and global talent pools are transforming traditional employment, while data privacy, ethical labor practices, and workforce development remain critical challenges. By embracing flexible work models, lifelong learning, and sustainable practices, organizations can leverage outsourcing for competitiveness and resilience in a rapidly evolving global landscape
Building Trust and Transparency in AI-Powered Robo-Advisors and Related Employment Avenues
No full textThe rise of AI-powered robo-advisors in financial services offers benefits like scalability and personalized investment recommendations. However, gaining consumer trust remains a challenge due to concerns about transparency, fairness, and accountability. Factors such as algorithmic bias, the “black box” nature of AI, and the lack of explainability contribute to a trust gap. Ethical design, regulatory compliance, and user-centric approaches are essential for building confidence in these systems. Explainable AI (XAI), transparency, and robust data privacy policies are pivotal to mitigating bias and fostering trust. Moreover, hybrid models integrating human expertise with AI can address consumer hesitations, while personalization and user education empower clients in decision-making. Future developments should emphasize ethical AI frameworks, real-time compliance monitoring, and global standards to ensure responsible financial advising. This paper explores strategies for cultivating trust and transparency to democratize financial services effectively
Robot Built Different : How It Affects Supply Chain Resilience
No full textTechnological evolution has driven the widespread adoption of industrial robots while increasing the resilience requirements of increasingly complex supply chains. However, the relationship between robot adoption and supply chain resilience remains underexplored. This study addresses this gap by empirically examining the impact of robot adoption on supply chain resilience, using a panel dataset of listed manufacturing firms in China from 2013 to 2022. The findings reveal that robot adoption not only significantly enhances a firm's own supply chain resilience but also exerts a positive spillover effect on the resilience of its upstream and downstream partners. Moreover, the study uncovers the moderating roles of enterprise innovation and digital strategies, which amplify the positive effects of robot adoption on supply chain resilience. By integrating technological, strategic, and network perspectives, this research offers novel empirical evidence on the interplay between automation and resilience in supply chains. The study's conclusions have important implications for both managerial practice and policymaking: while state-owned and high-tech enterprises should be encouraged to take the lead in robot adoption, firms more broadly can further enhance supply chain resilience by investing in innovation and digital transformation strategies
Duty to Notify an Impending Disaster on Earth and in Outer Space : obligation on third-party states
Get PDFFamously, the International Court of Justice in the Corfu Channel case affirmed Albania’s international obligation to notify was based on its knowledge, but the Court was silent on the third-party States’ duty to notify impending disasters based on their knowledge. Applying analytical and doctrinal methods, this paper argues that the third-party States’ duty to notify the international community of impending disasters occurring on Earth or in outer space is an emergent norm and should be an erga omnes obligation. Firstly, relying on general international law provisions, including those in environmental and human rights treaties, soft law instruments, principles of cooperation, historical responsibility, and common but differentiated responsibility, this article concludes that the third-party States’ obligation to notify an impending disaster is an emerging norm. Secondly, to support our claim, this article examines the duty to notify provisions in international disaster law and international space law documents. This paper is timely, as both Earth and outer space are becoming increasingly vulnerable to disasters due to human activities, and disaster risks can be prevented and minimized through knowledge-sharing, which should be mandatory. Such obligation on third-party States to notify the international community regarding impending disasters also aligns with global interconnectedness and helps in realizing sustainable development goals
‘Is Psychological Capital Conditional on Age?’: Role of Meaningful Work and Leadership
No full textThis study investigates the role of an employee’s age on the development of PsyCap through moderated mediation analysis. It extends by exploring various work characteristics, such as job resource (transformational leadership) and cognitive resource (meaningful work), in the motivational process of the job demand–resource model of psychological capital (PsyCap) at work. The sample of 350 IT/ITeS employees recruited using a purposive sampling technique belonged to major IT hubs in India. The results disconfirm the moderated mediation of an employee’s age on PsyCap; however, it emerges as a statistically significant moderator influencing perceptions of transformational leadership at work culminating into PsyCap. Cognitive resource of meaningful work also emerges as a crucial mediator in the relationship between transformational leadership and PsyCap. The novelty of the finding is attributed to the fact that an increase in age may not always promise increased maturity and ability to draw meaningful inferences, yet it may radically shift perceptions of various job resources and, consequently, hopefulness, optimism, resilience and efficacy related to their organisation. It broadens the scope of organisational literature by conjecturing the developmental perspective to the shift in the importance of different resources over time
Concept of Copyleft: free software, creative commons and open source
Get PDFThis article explores the evolving landscape of copyleft licensing in the digital era, highlighting its vital role in preserving intellectual freedom, collaboration and the open sharing of knowledge and creativity. Every organized creative venture is a result of the core thinking of an idea which took the shape of some kind of derivation giving the end result. Propounded by the theory of property and ownership, copyleft uses a piece and gives a fair share to its creators. Several information models have underpinned the concept, as it originally emerged as a licensing strategy within the broader framework of derivative creation cycles. In today’s digital landscape, where we seek creative solutions to satiate our ever-growing appetite for innovation and technology, it becomes imperative to thoroughly examine this concept and its practical applications