While the theory of economics can be studied in its raw form, there are applications of it that prevail beyond the fundamental notion of “economics.” A principal theory in economic models is that firms maximize profits in competitive markets. Similarly,…
The Chinese government developed what it calls a “poverty alleviation program”—initially reported to target individuals living in poor, rural regions such as Xinjiang. The program would “compel” those living in poverty in Xinjiang to work for significantly reduced wages in…
The online world can be divided into two categories: what is real and what is fake. Be it the news, a dating profile, or a second-hand Rolex, digital consumers are constantly assessing authenticity. In a media-obsessed climate where everything is…
The United States and China are familiar foes in their constant fight for influence on the international stage. There have been conflicts between the two countries involving trade deals and tariffs, but there is one concern that has largely gone…
Americans are proud of their domestic incorporations, sourcing, and/or production and want to market as such. The Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) is a federal agency charged with the authority to regulate unfair and deceptive advertising in the marketplace. If a…
