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Where does bitcoin fit in the currency crisis?
At every turn, Bitcoin supporters say their anonymous cryptocurrency is the solution for countries in currency crisis. Despite its other shortcomings, bitcoin has a use in places like Argentina, but
Petrobras scandal threatens to topple Rousseff
Dilma Rousseff’s mandate as President of Brazil is under serious risk of a premature ending. Her legitimacy and legality could be soon challenged, first by an Impeachment called by the
Five major challenges facing Russia’s gas giant Gazprom
The leadership of Gazprom — the state-owned company which in the past has accounted for about one-fifth of Russia’s budget revenues—is upbeat about the energy giant’s prospects, formally pursuing a
Weekly Risk Outlook
US Secretary of State sells Iran deal to the GCC. Ukraine granted second tranche of IMF bailout. GOP candidates struggle with Donald Trump in first Republican debate. Stocks to plunge
Several industries hit by conflict in the Sinai Peninsula
The expanding conflict in the Egyptian Sinai will likely lead to an increasingly fragile economic environment in tourism, shipping, and energy sectors. The battle that took place on July 1st
Latin American Domestic Politics Could Hamper TPP
While various Latin American nations have expressed support for the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), internal political turmoil and scandals in various nations threaten to undermine trans-regional efforts at trade liberalization. Much
Do Taiwan’s 2016 Elections Threaten Ties with China?
With Taiwan’s pro-independence presidential candidate firmly leading in the polls for the upcoming 2016 election, tensions between Beijing and Taipei could escalate as Taiwan’s recent pro-China stance is reversed. For nearly eight
Is Power of Siberia a pipeline of the future?
The Power of Siberia pipeline is a 4,000 km natural gas pipeline. Upon its expected completion in 2019, it will be the largest fuel network in the world and fully
Collapsing currency signals need for reform in Colombia
The Colombian economy is faltering after years of oil-driven economic bonanza. Now, more than ever, a government-led national discussion to restructure and strengthen strategic import-competing industries is necessary. In a
Third bailout generates new political divison in Greece
After long and difficult negotiations, the SYRIZA-led government managed to reach an agreement with Greece’s creditors on a third bailout program. However, one of the main implications in Greece’s fluid
