Legal - 28 Mar 2018
Regulating litigation funding in the public interest
Two legal inquiries are currently underway into litigation funding; but just how much regulation is enough?
Economy - 18 Mar 2018
‘Nice rice’ dishes up more food, profits and sustainability
A new farming technique that tackles global food scarcity has revealed increases in both rice crop yields and farmers’ profits. But its broader implications could lead to a more sustainable environment.
Digital disruption - 14 Mar 2018
Observing the Russian election
As the presidential elections get underway in Russia, a unique online platform providing real-time monitoring of internet performance may offer some insights.
Superannuation - 28 Feb 2018
When men talk about super, women stay silent
Australians turn to their co-workers for advice on super, rather than professionals. But there is a surprising gender aspect to this.
Health economics - 14 Feb 2018
Prisoners of healthcare: Intimidated patients are similar to hostages
Patients who feel unable to assert themselves in the presence of doctors and medical staff negotiate as if they are being held hostage.
Marketing - 14 Feb 2018
Buyer beware: greater bankruptcy disclosure required for franchisees
Bankruptcy rates among franchisees can be a dirty little secret for franchises: but there may be a simple fix.
Energy - 14 Feb 2018
Energy justice: What is it and why do we need it?
We devour energy at a truly ravenous rate; but it has an increasing social cost. How can policymakers balance these competing demands?
Accounting - 14 Feb 2018
Younger, female accountants among the most stressed
Accountants employed by consulting or law firms, along with young women, are reporting higher levels of workplace stress.
Economy - 12 Feb 2018
Has the World Bank got a problem with its poverty figures?
The World Bank has claimed a significant decrease in global poverty. But has it set the measurement bar too low?
Legal - 1 Feb 2018
People don’t know much about Australia’s High Court and that’s a worry
New research shows we are woefully ignorant about the function of the High Court. (Note to Australia: our Chief Justice is not Judge Judy.)
Auditing - 31 Jan 2018
Auditors under surveillance: are they sceptical enough?
We trust auditors to tell us whether a company is being truthful about its profit, losses, or solvency. Yet how sceptical of these claims are the auditors themselves?
Banking - 31 Jan 2018
Even in the new cryptocurrency world, cash remains king
In 1637, a mania for tulips fanned the world’s first speculative asset bubble. In 2018, Bitcoin looks a lot like this.