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Dec 15

2024

University Money, Dirty Hands? Tracing Campus Endowment Ties to Global Gambling Giants

How can a university preach responsibility by day and profit from addiction by night? That’s the question students in Australia asked when it was revealed the University of Sydney had invested millions in gambling companies. The expose sparked backlash not just because of the investments, but because of how little was known about them. Now, students across the U.S. are beginning to ask whether their own universities may be doing the same—with billion-dollar endowments often hidden behind vague financial labels. From Lecture Halls to Roulette Tables: How University Funds Flow into Gambling University endowments in the U.S. reached over $839 billion[...]

Posted 4 months ago

Dec 5

2024

The Regulation of Advertising: Protecting Consumers from Misleading Claims

Advertising is everywhere. On TV, on your phone, on billboards along the highway — it’s almost impossible to escape it. Companies use ads to tell us about their products, but sometimes, they don’t always play fair. Some ads make claims that sound too good to be true, and sadly, they often are. That’s why rules around advertising are so important. They help protect people from being tricked into buying things that don’t work as promised. Misleading advertising can be more than just annoying; it can cost people their hard-earned money or even harm their health. Authorities worldwide are paying closer[...]

Posted 4 months ago

Dec 4

2024

Behind the Numbers: Analyzing the Long-Term Economic Impact of New York’s Sportsbook Revenue on the State’s Infrastructure

The legalization of mobile sports betting has quickly transformed New York’s financial landscape. Since 2022, the state has collected hundreds of millions in tax revenue from sportsbooks, creating a new funding source for public programs. This influx of money has sparked debate—not just about its size, but about its impact. Is this revenue stream being used in ways that benefit communities long-term? Or is it simply filling short-term budget gaps? This article takes a closer look at how the money is generated, how it’s being spent, and whether it’s making a meaningful impact on New York’s infrastructure. The Rise of[...]

Posted 5 months ago

Nov 15

2024

Why Smart Finance Uses Blockchain Technology

Blockchain technology is becoming a crucial part of modern finance, offering a new way to handle transactions, reduce fraud, and increase transparency. With its decentralized and secure nature, blockchain is changing the way financial systems operate. Smart finance, which uses technology to optimize financial services, is tapping into blockchain’s potential to improve processes and create new opportunities. From enhancing security to transforming industries like sports betting, blockchain is playing a vital role in the evolution of finance. In this article, we’ll explore how blockchain is helping smart finance and why it’s becoming so essential. The Role of Blockchain in Reducing[...]

Posted 5 months ago

Nov 13

2024

Cryptocurrency and Financial Inclusion: Bridging the Gap

Let’s be real — in today’s world, you’d think everyone has easy access to banks, loans, and financial services, right? But that’s far from the truth. Believe it or not, around 1.4 billion adults globally don’t have a bank account (World Bank, 2022). Some folks live too far from the nearest branch, others don’t trust traditional banks, and plenty just can’t cough up the fees that come with keeping an account open. And here’s where things get frustrating: without access to basic banking, people can’t save money safely, get credit, or invest in their future. It locks them out of[...]

Posted 5 months ago

Oct 20

2024

The Legal Loopholes in Online Gambling Regulations: Political Will or Political Gridlock?

Despite the growth of online casinos and sports betting in the U.S., a key issue remains unresolved: legal loopholes that let operators bypass regulations. Many states have legalized online gambling to capture new revenue. But laws haven’t kept pace with the industry’s rapid changes. These gaps leave users exposed and weaken the legitimacy of the entire system. The question is whether this failure comes from political inaction, lack of will, or both. The Rise of Online Gambling and the Regulatory Lag Online gambling has expanded quickly. Many states moved fast to legalize it, but didn’t modernize their laws. New Jersey[...]

Posted 6 months ago

Oct 15

2024

Global Trends in Mobile Penetration: A Comprehensive Overview

Mobile phones are everywhere. No matter where you look — in cities, towns, or even faraway villages — people are using their phones for much more than just calling or texting. Phones today help us pay bills, learn new things, and even run businesses. The way mobile phones have spread across the world is changing lives at a fast pace. In this article, we’ll look at how mobile penetration is growing globally, what’s driving it, and how it’s even shaking up industries like gambling in Africa. Let’s explore how mobile phones are shaping the world we live in. Growth The[...]

Posted 6 months ago

Oct 14

2024

Trump’s Policy and Its Effect on Global Crypto Trading

Cryptocurrency has become a major part of the global financial system, and government policies play a big role in shaping how it grows. During Donald Trump’s presidency, the U.S. government took specific steps that had a strong influence on how crypto was traded, both in the United States and around the world. While the Trump administration did not create new laws focused only on crypto, its general approach to financial regulation, trade, and enforcement still impacted the crypto industry. One area that felt the effects was global crypto trading, including the growing field of Bitcoin casinos. Overview of Trump’s Crypto[...]

Posted 6 months ago