Tepperspectives

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Is Entropy the New Key to Accounting?

Tepper School researchers introduce Accounting Classification Entropy, a novel measure derived from information theory that quantifies the structural information in corporate financial reports, which is proven to be significantly associated with stock returns, trading volumes, and financial analysts' resource allocation.

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Is AI Taking Jobs or Making Them Easier?

Tepper School faculty members Emily DeJeu and Brandy Aven discuss the future of artificial intelligence in the world of work.

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Changing the Game With NIL

In the latest Tepperspectives Podcast, Tim Derdenger joins us to talk about NIL, student athletes, and competition in college football.

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Why Secret Bids Help Taxpayers

Anh Nguyen, associate professor of economics, argues that not showing losing bids creates stronger competition in ocean oil and gas auctions, and generates more revenue for the government.

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AI in the Classroom: Build Skills, Not Shortcuts

Professor Emily DeJeu argues that general-purpose AI tools like ChatGPT can hinder student learning by encouraging shortcuts, but custom-built AI systems designed for pedagogy are proving effective at amplifying skill-building and deep engagement.

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Tariffs and Consequences

Tariffs have become a household word in the last few months, but the situation and questions around tariffs is getting more complex. Associate professor of economics Ali Shourideh discusses the current situation with US tariffs and their effect on businesses, consumers, and international trade.

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Financial Intermediation with Stablecoins

Simon Mayer discusses how conventional regulatory proposals focusing on low-risk reserve asset restrictions fail to resolve stablecoin instability due to a "risk paradox," and that capital requirements are a more effective tool to ensure stability and welfare when combined with overcollateralization using higher-return assets.