Female entrepreneurs in the technology industry face unique challenges, as the field continues to be male-dominated. A recent study published in Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal found that female founders do, in fact, face gender biases during recruitment, with job candidates perceiving them as less competent, agentic, and warm. As a result, woman-led startup ventures are perceived as being less likely to have what it takes to grow and to empower employees. However, the researchers did find that a gender-balanced leadership team can help to counter such biases and make the venture more appealing to job candidates.

Chinese construction and engineering contractors working as part of the country’s Belt and Road initiative face greater challenges in democratic countries, a new study shows.