Public Policy

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella talks about artificial intelligence, how technology can democratize expertise, and the perils of remote work in an attention economy.

A significant variation in mortgage rates makes it hard for Black homebuyers to build housing wealth. A change in risk assessment could help.

U.S. acting Comptroller of the Currency Brian Brooks predicted a V-shaped recovery but said a second stimulus may still be needed.

Ed Golding advocated for fair housing at the Federal Housing Authority and Freddie Mac. His legacy: Decades of housing finance reform.

What voters read and retain varies by age, gender, race, and socioeconomic status — which in turn can influence politicians and policy.

A new study suggests that a universal basic income provided stability to impoverished Kenyans in bad times. Could UBI work elsewhere?

In areas where Uber operates, car owners saw fewer unemployment claims and credit delinquencies from 2012 to 2016.

New research shows aggressive Fed intervention in the financial markets can wind up increasing asset price volatility.

A new book looks at how social media is reshaping the world for good and bad — and how to protect society and democracy from its threats.

Data from France shows that unemployment benefits can encourage entrepreneurs to open up new businesses and boost the economy.