In the United States, the debate over a universal basic income is an exercise in “first world problems.” If we simply give ...

The nation's second-most populous county has extended its guaranteed income program through 2026. Thousands of low- and ...

On November 20, the Cook County Board of Commissioners unanimously decided to extend its guaranteed income program for the 2026 fiscal year. The move unlocks a monthly cash flow for thousands of ...

Reporting live from Chicago, Kelly Saberi told viewers that Cook County has now secured $7.5 million for a new guaranteed ...

As Americans struggle with the high cost of living, an old idea is getting a fresh look. In dozens of pilot programs around the country, policymakers and researchers are exploring what happens when ...

As artificial intelligence accelerates automation across industries, policymakers are grappling with the economic ...

A Coinbase and GiveDirectly pilot is giving $12,000 in USDC (a stablecoin) to low-income New Yorkers. The program takes inspiration from universal basic income experiments.

Learn how a basic income program in Indianapolis is providing financial relief and empowering low-income families to meet ...

Participants in the cash transfer experiment will receive a $800 monthly no-strings-attached payment and an $8,000 lump sum.

As an artist who brings complex stories to life through theater, I understand the power of storytelling to shape how we see the world — and what we believe is possible. Narratives can inspire hope, ...

On November 20, the Cook County Board of Commissioners unanimously decided to extend its guaranteed income program for the 2026 fiscal year. The move unlocks a monthly cash flow for thousands of ...