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The Weird New World of NFTs

For those who have regrets about missing out on the rise of cryptocurrency, the next big thing is here – NFTs, or non-fungible tokens. But instead of trading currency, these tokens come in the form of pictures and video clips. While unconventional, they might just be the next digital gold, says Maryland Smith's David Kass.

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Improving Patient Health, One Amazon Alexa at a Time

Imagine a world where your Amazon Alexa checks on you to make sure you’ve taken your medication and alerts your provider with clinically important information. With the advent of new technology such as telehealth, a team of Maryland Smith researchers want to make this a reality, strengthening the connection between patients and providers.

Alumni

Growing through Open-Mindedness

Working for a global company requires growth and an openness to learn.

Alumni

How I Got Here: Blueprint for Making a Difference

For Chris Grant, ’13, revitalizing Baltimore isn’t just a career, it’s a calling.

Smith Research

How To Get Women To Speak Up More At Work

New research finds don't women speak up as much as men in organizations, but they can gain confidence to do so if they see women leaders speak up first.

Smith Research

The Cost of Being Transparent

New research shows that information public companies reveal in SEC disclosures cuts down their competitive advantage faster.

Smith Research

With Great Power Comes Great Job Demands, Stress

New research finds that having power at work is a double-edged sword: it makes your job more demanding, which has both good implications and bad implications, simultaneously.

Smith Research

Need To Delegate At Work? Pick the Popular People

New research finds that employees with more friends at work will be better at getting things done and asking for help when they need it.

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The Rocket Scientist and the Tax Court Exemption

It’s not rocket science, but could it be a clever scheme to make a living and avoid the IRS?

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Behind The Dynamics of What We Buy

New research pair the data collected at checkout at major retailers with the “why” behind consumer purchases.

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Didn’t File Early? 2 New Reasons Why It May Pay To Wait

It's often smart to file your tax returns early. But is that the case this year?

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Lessons from Citi’s Revlon Error

A recent $500 million “clerical error” at Citigroup exposes an inherent weakness in big banks that provides lessons to be learned.

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