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The FCC’s move to promote consumer choice and innovation by unlocking TV set-top boxes could have some unintended consequences say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wharton research shows that the framework used by antitrust authorities to find cartels is biased -- but the extent of the skewing is not as big as once thought. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new book by Wharton’s Jerry Wind and Catharine Hays provides a roadmap for companies to effectively communicate with consumers through every possible touchpoint. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abolitionist Harriet Tubman will become the face of the $20 bill a move that has powerful symbolism about the changing U.S. society. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A settlement with the U.S. EPA and others could bring some respite to the German automaker but bigger challenges will follow say Wharton experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Musical icon Prince who died suddenly last week at 57 was a pioneer in the industry not just for his artistry but also for his path-breaking and prescient approach to managing his brand and business model. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the largest U.S. health insurer exiting most state exchanges the focus is on how the industry could recast its business models to stay profitable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Wharton research paper looks into the optimal structure of partnerships that would yield the best results when tackling large-scale socio-economic problems in emerging markets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should menstrual care products be taxed? Several states are thinking about abolishing the so-called ‘tampon tax’ in a bid for gender equality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Opportunity International a microfinance group likes to go where others don’t to start banks when ”nobody in their right mind was thinking you could ” says David Simms former head of the U.S. unit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week the U.S. Supreme Court backed a ruling in favor of Google Books. While the growing digital library is a boon for Google and may benefit the public interest it raises concerns about privacy and competition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Almost nobody can fully understand big companies’ dense complex and overlong financial statements and all those issues are only getting worse. That part is obvious. Why it’s happening is not. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new book by University of Virginia professor Edward Lengel explores the business acuity of the first U.S. president. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eight years after the Great Recession top U.S. banks are still not ready to cope with the aftermath of another financial crisis according to a report from the Federal Reserve and the FDIC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RealtyMogul CIO Timothy Li explains the attraction of real estate crowdfunding and why he believes a shakeout is not imminent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alec Ross traveled the equivalent of “25 circumferences of the globe” to identify the industries that he says will shape the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tesla’s impressive bookings for its next electric car suggest that it may be close to tapping the mainstream market. But the company may need to rethink parts of its business model to do so experts say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The U.S. government’s latest move to discourage inversion deals where companies relocate to friendlier tax regimes treats the symptoms of the problem but doesn’t fix the underlying issues say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PwC CFO Carol Sawdye battled cancer at 25 and lived through the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Those experiences changed how she viewed her career and life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The value of a patent is determined largely by the worth of the underlying invention. But how it is classified also affects its valuation according to Wharton research. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A controversial North Carolina state law that cancels a city’s move to protect LGBT rights has highlighted the increasing power and scope of corporate and CEO social activism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Colm Murphy group strategy director for advertising agency Droga5 discusses the process behind a successful campaign and how to keep fresh ideas flowing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The so-called “Panama Papers” track “dark money” flows globally over nearly four decades. They offer a rare opportunity for the U.K. the U.S. and other countries to check wrongdoings by anonymous firms say experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeffrey E. Garten’s new book From Silk to Silicon pinpoints the 10 key people who changed the world and ushered in new eras of globalization. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

European private equity exits hit a record 84 billion euros in 2014 due to receptive public markets and increased corporate M&A an EY study shows. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.