Global Focus

Novozymes Wants to ‘Rethink Tomorrow’

For the Denmark-based biotech firm, the U.N. sustainable development goals are an inspiration as well as part of business strategy.

How Immigrant Entrepreneurs Pave the Way for Foreign VC Investments

Armed with knowledge and connections in their native countries, first-generation immigrants help open the door for venture capitalists to make investments abroad, according to new research coauthored by Wharton’s Exequiel[…]

Power Rankings: How the World Bank Influences Regulatory Policy

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New research examines the influence of the World Bank’s ease of doing business indicator, which affects policy through bureaucratic, international and domestic political channels.

Can Fintech Make the World More Inclusive?

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The potential gains for the start-ups driving fintech are obvious. But the possibilities for extending financial services to the under-served are already being realized and can be extended further, notes[…]

Rough Ride: Looking Inside the Tumultuous Rise of Uber

In a new book, New York Times reporter Mike Isaac chronicles the meteoric rise of Uber and the ultimate downfall of its hard-charging founder, Travis Kalanick.

What Smart Manufacturers Know About Bundling Products and Services

Jeff Kavanaugh, head of the Infosys Knowledge Institute, explains why manufacturers are moving toward a more service-style strategy to build a longer relationship with consumers.

Serving More Than the Brand: How Infosys Reimagined the Tennis Experience

With three of the largest tennis franchises under its belt, Infosys, an Indian IT services firm, wants to take its digital technology skills to other sports.

Why More Rate Cuts Could Help Prevent a U.S. Recession

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Wharton’s Jeremy Siegel interviews St. Louis Fed President James Bullard on monetary policy, economic growth, the inverted yield curve, the repo rate spike and more.

What’s Fueling the Smart City Backlash?

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Fears over privacy intrusions and unbridled development compromising the public interest are putting the brakes on some highly visible "smart city" projects. Increased transparency and stronger citizen engagement could help[…]

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