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“It’s Not Learning to Code but Solving Problems That’s Essential”

Data scientist Rumman Chowdhury speaks up for ethical AI: “AI reflects information we give to it. It is a message, a mirror”. She reminds that data is not an objective truth, and that is why it needs to be used ethically. AI helps correct inequality when used right, but produces it when misused.

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Seven Deadly Misconceptions About Preparing for Mergers and Acquisitions

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Startups Stemming from the Aalto MBA

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The Digital World Requires New Skills Also from Bosses – Should a Director Know How to Code?

When management fails to understand new technologies and the principles of data analytics, business opportunities will be lost. “A good director is a magician and bridge builder versed in the language of the data team and business alike”, says researcher Jukka Luoma from Aalto University.

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Faking It a.k.a. Fear of Nudity

31.10.2012, Risto Pakarinen

Faking It a.k.a. Fear of NudityGymnophobia (from Greek γυμνός - gumnos, “naked” and φόβος - phobos, “fear”) is a fear of nudity.

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In the workplace we are all equal. Right. Sure.

31.10.2012, Joanna Sinclair

In the workplace we are all equal. Right. Sure.Does equality matter to the brightest talents? Do competitive go-getters care whom they beat in the race to the top?

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An Ambassador Speaks: Equal Emphasis on Competition and Equality

31.10.2012, Joanna Sinclair

An Ambassador Speaks: Equal Emphasis on Competition and EqualityProfile spoke with His Excellency, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Finland and Estonia, Mr. Dongsun Park.

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What have you learned about wise leadership, Lars G. Nordström?

31.10.2012, Riitta Sirén

What have you learned about wise leadership, Lars G. Nordström?Lars G. Nordstöm is Chairman of the Board of the power company Vattenfall and Board Member of the shipping company Viking Line and the financial group...

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Not So Fast! a.k.a. Fear of Speed

31.05.2012, Risto Pakarinen

Not So Fast! a.k.a. Fear of Speed“Tachophobia is the condition of having an abnormal, extreme, and persistent fear of speed, that is, the experience of traveling quickly.”

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What have you learned about advocating green energy, Megawaty Khie?

31.05.2012, Sheralyn Tay

What have you learned about advocating green energy, Megawaty Khie?Megawaty Khie turned her management expertise and passion for technology to the renewable energy sector.