Global Focus

Can Fintech Make the World More Inclusive?

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 this opinion piece.

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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[…]

Curbing Climate Change: 30 Solutions That Could Make an Impact

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A new report by experts at the University of Pennsylvania offers solution-oriented proposals for tackling climate change at the federal, state and local levels.

Expecting the Unexpected: How Companies Can Prepare Now for Calamities

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Wharton’s Howard Kunreuther and Michael Useem explain why some firms find creative ways to cope with disasters while others do not.

Can Cybercriminals Be Stopped?

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A new book by journalist and cybersecurity expert Kate Fazzini reveals the true nature of cybercriminals beyond the headlines.

Bye Bye, Barneys? Why Luxury Is the Latest Retail Casualty

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Rising commercial rents and the demise of the department store model pose an existential threat to Barneys and other icons of high-end retail.

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