Why AI Art Leaves Us Unimpressed
When people believe art is generated by AI, they feel less awe and empathy than they do from identical works attributed to human creators.
Building Futures: Leon Cooperman ’67 on Why He Chooses to Give Back
At Columbia Business School, stories of access and opportunity are woven into the fabric of the community. Few illustrate that more clearly than the journey of Leon Cooperman ’67, whose commitment to planned giving reflects a legacy of gratitude and forward-looking generosity.
The Merchants of Joy: The Families Who Run New York’s Christmas Tree Market
The Merchants of Joy invites viewers into the world of the five family enterprises that bring New York its Christmas trees each year. The documentary reveals how these families balance legacy, logistics, and leadership in a business that appears simple from the sidewalk but is far more intricate behind the scenes. It is an intimate look at the family decision-making that shapes one of the city’s most beloved holiday traditions.
Columbia Business School Hosts 14th Annual Coming to Terms: Negotiating Joint Ventures Workshop
On Friday, November 21st, 2025, Columbia Business School welcomed more than 80 graduate students from Columbia, NYU, MIT, and Harvard for the 14th annual Coming to Terms: Negotiating Joint Ventures workshop. Co-hosted by the Paul Milstein Center for Real Estate and the MIT Center for Real Estate, the full-day program gave students an immersive look into the strategy, structure, and negotiation dynamics that define real estate joint ventures.
17 Years After the Financial Crisis, Can Fannie Mae Ever Truly Go Private?
Former Fannie Mae leaders Hugh Frater ’85 and David Benson unpack the politics and paradoxes of taking the mortgage giant out of government conservatorship.
Video Call Glitches Can Cost You a Job — or Your Freedom
Even minor glitches during video calls can make people seem uncanny and untrustworthy, raising serious questions about digital equity.
How AI Is Changing the Way We Shop Online: New Columbia Business School Study Finds Generative AI Boosts the Online Shopping Experience
From smarter search to clearer product info, AI features tested on millions of shoppers made it easier for people to navigate choices and complete purchases