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Pawsitivity at Work: Perks & Pitfalls Of Creating Pet-Friendly Coworking Spaces

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Here are some potential benefits and challenges to help you make an informed decision about embracing the pawsibilities of a pet-friendly coworking space. Introducing a pet-friendly policy to your coworking space isn’t just about accommodating pets; it’s about enhancing the entire shared experience.

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The Ethical AI Debate Intensifies as Musk Takes OpenAI to Court

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In a legal move that spotlights the growing tensions over the overall direction of artificial intelligence development, Elon Musk has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman. The lawsuit claims that OpenAI has strayed from its original mission of advancing AI for the public good — prioritizing profit, and Microsoft, instead.

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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

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They create a document retention policy that clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long. Sticking to a set record retention policy eliminates guesswork and promotes efficiency. Businesses and nonprofits of all sizes should possess a written-out document retention policy. Such action raises concern about cover-ups.

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Hefty fine for Amazon has implications for employee surveillance policy

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Weighing up the interests of the employer against the interests of its employees led the regulator to deem that such data processing had no legal basis and was therefore in contravention of GDPR law. All companies must consider whether it is legally sound and justifiable to be monitoring staff.

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Almost Everyone Is Ignoring NYC’s AI Hiring Law

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The Cornell University study was analyzed by The Wall Street Journal, and it highlights a worrying trend: Out of nearly 400 companies operating within NYC, only 18 have posted the information required by the regulation. The city’s law could be a forerunner for similar regulations to be established by policy makers in the U.S.,

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4 Challenges in Navigating Remote Work Layoffs

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The four key challenges of remote work layoffs are impersonal emails, legal requirements, returning equipment, and difficulties assessing performance. Companies must have clear policies and procedures in place to ensure that this process is as smooth and efficient as possible.

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Should Flexible Working Be A Right, And Not Just A Privilege?

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On the other hand, employers have legitimate concerns about the manageability of flexible working on a widespread scale, including challenges related to coordination, sustaining company culture, information security, and ensuring that performance standards are met. With remote work becoming a blue state privilege in some regions of the U.S.,