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Ann Kronrod

Associate Professor of Marketing, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, UMass Lowell
Ann Kronrod is an Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing, Entrepreneurship and Innovation. She earned her Ph.D. in Marketing and Cognitive Science of Language from Tel Aviv University, and later completed her education as a Postdoctoral Researcher at MIT, Sloan School of Management. Prior to joining UMass Lowell, Ann Kronrod was an Assistant Professor at Michigan State University, and then Visiting Assistant Professor at Northeastern University and at Boston University. Ann Kronrod is a marketing researcher with extensive background in linguistics. Her research interests span a wide variety of subjects that can be categorized as marketing communication, consumer behavior, word-of-mouth and pro-social marketing. She often integrates her knowledge of linguistics in her research.

As Yelp turns 20, online reviews continue to confound and confuse shoppers

Oct 08, 2024 16:47 pm UTC| Insights & Views Technology

For the past 20 years, Yelp has been providing a platform for people to share their experiences at businesses ranging from bars to barbershops. According to the company, in that time the platform has published 287 million...

Economy

Global Public Debt Surpasses $100 Trillion: IMF Report Insights

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected that the worlds total public debt will exceed $100 trillion for the first time in 2024, driven by increased government spending and slower economic growth. This alarming...

Bank of Japan's Interest Rate Outlook: No Immediate Hikes Expected

BOJs Current Rate Stance A recent Reuters poll reveals that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) will likely maintain its interest rate at 0.25% through December 2024. This decision comes despite nearly 90% of economists...

Malaysia's Upcoming Budget: Anticipated Subsidy Cuts and New Taxes

As Malaysia prepares to unveil its 2025 budget, analysts predict significant subsidy cuts and the introduction of new taxes to bolster its fiscal position amid expected declines in government revenue. Prime Minister Anwar...

Gold and Copper Prices Decline Amid Strong Dollar and China Concerns

Gold prices experienced a slight decline during Asian trading on Tuesday, continuing a downward trend fueled by a robust U.S. dollar and expectations of smaller interest rate cuts. Gold Prices Under...

World Bank Report: Debt Crisis Deepens for the World’s Poorest Countries

Rising Debt and Economic Challenges The World Bank has released a concerning report highlighting that the 26 poorest countries, which are home to 40% of the worlds most impoverished people, are facing their highest debt...

Politics

Sheriff Joe Arpaio Drops Legal Bombshell: 'I Sued VP Harris & President Biden Over Their Vicious Attacks'

Former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio has officially filed a lawsuit against Vice President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden. Arpaio, a controversial figure known for his hardline stance on crime and illegal...

Joe Rogan Drops Bombshell: 'The Establishment is Terrified of Trump's Plan with Elon Musk!'

Joe Rogan claimed that the establishment is terrified of former President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musks potential plan to overhaul the governments efficiency. Rogans remarks quickly sparked debate, as he...

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Drops Bombshell Endorsement: ‘Donald Trump is the Clear Choice Over Kamala Harris!’

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk publicly endorsed former President Donald Trump over Vice President Kamala Harris, citing concerns about leadership and executive competence. Musks tweet, which quickly gained traction on...

Kamala Harris Leads Donald Trump by 3 Points in Latest Poll: ‘The Race is Far From Over!’

A new general election poll released by Reuters shows Vice President Kamala Harris leading former President Donald Trump by 3 percentage points as the 2024 presidential race intensifies. According to the Ipsos poll,...

Speaker Mike Johnson SLAMS Biden-Harris Over Hurricane Helene Response—'CBS Edited Out Victims' Pleas!'

House Speaker Mike Johnson has accused the Biden-Harris Administration of failing to provide timely aid to victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. Johnson shared his frustrations on social media, claiming that...

Science

China's Scientists Reportedly Crack Major Encryption Algorithms Using D-Wave Quantum Computer

In a groundbreaking development, Chinese researchers have reportedly used a D-Wave quantum computer to crack encryption algorithms once thought unbreakable. The breakthrough raises concerns over the future of digital...

Starlink Services to Remain Free in Hurricane-Affected Areas for the Rest of 2024

Elon Musk announced that Starlink services will remain free in regions affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton for the remainder of 2024. This decision follows Starlinks critical role in providing communication support...

Global Space Powers Gather in Milan, Private Sector Joins the Race for Lunar Dominance

This week, the worlds space agencies convene in Milan, with private companies like SpaceX vying for a share in the new global space race. Discussions focus on lunar exploration, NASAs Artemis program, and Europes efforts...

SpaceX Achieves Historic First by Catching 232-Foot Super Heavy Booster in Flight

SpaceX made history on October 13 by becoming the first company to catch a 232-foot rocket mid-flight. During Starship Flight 5, the launch tower successfully captured the Super Heavy booster, showcasing the robustness of...

SpaceX Warns $4 Million Daily Loss If Starship Launches Are Halted Due to Lawsuit

SpaceX could lose $4 million per day if a lawsuit halts Starship launches in Texas. The lawsuit, filed by environmental group Save RGV, challenges SpaceXs water deluge system. The company argues that delays would impact...

Technology

Tesla Semi Worldwide Rollout Confirmed by Musk as Global Demand Surges

Tesla Semis global release has been confirmed by Elon Musk, marking a pivotal moment for the electric vehicle giant. Despite skepticism surrounding its autonomous capabilities, recent tests prove the trucks impressive...

Litecoin ETF on the Horizon? Canary Capital Joins XRP in Altcoin ETF Pursuit

Canary Capital has officially filed to launch a Litecoin ETF, positioning the veteran cryptocurrency alongside XRP in the quest for ETF approval. The filing underscores Litecoins long-standing security and reliability amid...

Bitcoin’s Path to $80K Before US Election? Bitwise CIO Expects a Fast Track Amid Harris' Crypto Nod

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan suggests that Bitcoin could hit an all-time high before the US elections. Recent market momentum, sparked by Kamala Harris supportive stance on cryptocurrency, has driven speculation about a swift...

Uber Eyes Tesla's Cybercab Robotaxi—Is Autonomous Ride-Sharing the Next Big Thing?

Tesla and Uber are in talks to potentially deploy the Cybercab Robotaxia self-driving, two-seat vehicleon Ubers ride-sharing platform. Ubers CEO has expressed a strong desire to partner with Tesla, signaling a major shift...

The JJJJound x ASICS GT-2160 Launches on Halloween; Marvel’s Doctor Strange adidas Collab Revealed

Sneaker enthusiasts are in for a treat as the JJJJound x ASICS GT-2160 launches on Halloween, bringing minimalist design and unique materials. Meanwhile, Marvels Doctor Strange casts a collaboration with adidas and Size?...