Tag: economic inequality
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Big Pharma, Big Loopholes: The Unseen Impact of Tax Strategies on Global Healthcare
The recent revelations about pharmaceutical firms stashing profits in Europe’s tax havens have once again kindled a heated debate about corporate ethics, tax policies, and their real-world impacts on drug prices and patient care. With 15 of the largest pharmaceutical companies amassing profits of €580 billion over five years, while deploying intricate tax avoidance structures,…
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The Overlooked Cracks Beneath AI’s Glossy Surface
A recent article on the impact of AI on society has ignited a wildfire of discussion among various stakeholders, including technologists, regulators, and average folks concerned about their livelihoods. It’s crucial to delve into the heart of these discussions to understand whether AI is indeed transforming society for the better or if we’re merely glossing…
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Why Banning Medical Debt from Credit Reports is a Step in the Right Direction
The announcement to propose banning medical debt from credit reports in the US is being praised by many as a significant step towards addressing the broader issue of medical bankruptcy. Medical debt is unlike any other kind of debt; it often arises from circumstances beyond an individual’s control and can cripple financial stability. This proposal…