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The idea of Universal Basic Income keeps appearing in debate, however, there are various arguments surrounding it. What is Universal Basic Income (UBI)?

It is a form of cash transfer to every member of society without any conditions or criteria attached to it. Primary characteristics of UBI It is paid on an individual basis to every person regardless of social status or income.It is unconditional in nature.Payments are made on a regular basis to ensure a steady income flow. The transfer is designed in such a way that it […]

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McDonnell Foundation helps fund St. Louis’ basic income program through December

The St. Louis city skyline as viewed from Grand Center. The James S. McDonnell Foundation has announced that it is providing $1 million to help fund the city of St. Louis’ Guaranteed Basic Income program through December after the program was halted this summer due to a lawsuit. The James S. McDonnell Foundation has announced that it will fund St. Louis’ Guaranteed Basic Income program through December after it was halted this summer.

The pilot program began in December 2022 and provides 540 low-income families with monthly cash payments of $500 to help with food and other household needs. Families […]

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University gatherings focus on Africa’s hunger crisis

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GHANA SDGs: Students positive about HE, doubt poverty will be erased AFRICA Gene editing key to food crises, but what about political will? As the world marked World Food Day on 16 October, attention was also given to the urgent need to combat the escalating hunger crisis in Africa.In Cape Town, the International Social Justice Conference and Summit brought together leading researchers, policymakers and civil society representatives to tackle growing food insecurity.Universities were recognised as key […]

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Congressional candidate, U. alum Fahad Akhtar discusses views on student loans, 2-party politics

Photo by @fahadforcongress / InstagramCongressional candidate and Rutgers alum Fahad Akhtar spoke with The Daily Targum about his campaign as a Common Sense Independent and his policy positions. Rutgers—New Brunswick alum Fahad Akhtar is running as a Common Sense Independent candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in New Jersey’s Sixth Congressional District.

He is challenging 31-year incumbent Rep. Frank Pallone Jr. (D-6), Republican candidate Scott Fegler, Green Party candidate Herb Tarbous and Libertarian candidate Matthew Amitrano.

Akhtar said he is focused on issues that affect the quality of life of potential constituents, such as homelessness and student debt. But he […]

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Portugal: AI offers unique opportunity to boost production – McKinsey

Portugal has a “unique opportunity” to make a “leap in productivity” and close the gap with the EU and US averages by 2030 using the rapid adoption of automation and artificial intelligence (AI), a McKinsey study released on Monday concluded.

“The adoption of this technology could be a great opportunity for Portugal,” said Duarte Begonha, a partner at McKinsey & Company.

Portugal “has shown productivity levels in its contribution to GDP [Gross Domestic Product] below those of the EU [European Union] and US averages since 2010 (0.6% vs 1.3% EU vs 2.1% US)”, says the study “Future of Work: Automation with […]

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Social Europe: Can Universal Basic Income really improve mental health? The surprising results are in

Disculpa, pero esta entrada está disponible sólo en inglés . Social Europe, 21 October 2024

Interest is surging in the idea of a Universal Basic Income (UBI) – a regular income paid by the government to each adult member of society, regardless of their personal or financial circumstances. But can it achieve its stated goals of reducing poverty, improving working conditions and increasing well-being? Thanks to a global flurry of pilot programmes putting these claims to the test, answers to this question are starting to trickle in.

In 2020, 1,000 low-income individuals in the US states of Texas and Illinois […]

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How does universal basic income make any sense?

Man, UBI wouldn’t be nearly that much, but lets use your value. It would be on a sliding scale, not just a set amount.

So, in your example, and just using rounded numbers as an example. No job is $1000/month, and earning up to $24000/year is $1000/month

For every $1000/year made above that, UBI drops by $10/month. So if you make $25000/yr, you get $990/month. If you earn $50,000, you earn $740/month. If you earn $100,000/yr, you earn $240/month. And once you hit $124,000/yr, you no longer get a UBI. Neinet3141 • 2h ago •First, the idea is that universal basic […]

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The Evolving Mindset of Machine Vision

Zebra PG Machine Vision When machine vision in manufacturing emerged decades ago, it seemed science fiction came to life. Despite the power of machines that could “see” and interpret, manufacturers were hesitant to embrace machine vision. A general lack of awareness plus steep investments fueled this hesitancy to leverage machine vision as a solution.

Times have changed. With decades of experience working with machine vision, I’ve witnessed interest soar in manufacturing machine vision solutions along with transformative generational changes. The question used to be “Can it be done?” Now, it’s “How will we do it?” Let’s take a look at […]

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Top HR Trends in 2024: Embracing Automation for Efficiency

Once viewed as a department primarily driven by human intuition and manual processes, HR now finds itself at the forefront of technological transformation. The intersection of digital tools and people management has led to automation practices that optimize processes, reduce errors and give HR professionals valuable time to focus on strategic initiatives. This shift is changing the way organizations manage their workforce, creating greater efficiency and accuracy across the board. Image by Freepik Trend 1: AI-Powered Talent Acquisition

Thanks to the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into talent acquisition strategies, recruitment is undergoing a radical transformation. At a […]

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SASSA Universal Basic Income Without Income Verification In 2024-25: Know Eligibility

SASSA Universal Basic Income Without Income Verification In 2024-25 The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is set to introduce a major change in the country’s social welfare system with the implementation of a Universal Basic Income (UBI) for 2024-25.

As part of this transformative program, the UBI aims to ensure a minimum level of income security for all citizens, providing essential financial support.

In this article, we’ll explore the expected grant amounts, eligibility criteria, and the potential impact of this new system. Overview of the SASSA Universal Basic Income 2024-25 The idea of a Universal Basic Income (UBI) stems from […]

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