Economy

The proxy-voting season kicks off on Wall Street     Activists are using shareholder votes to promote social agendas. JING ZHAO’S main occupation is translating Latin classics into Chinese. He runs a small think-tank, the US-Japan-China Comparative Policy...

Zurich Five reasons to live in Zurich, Switzerland By Simon Brandon The city offers an enviable quality of life, with outdoor adventures on its doorstep. Zurich has a beautiful location and a thriving financial sector — just...

'Forbes': Kylie to be USA's youngest self-made billionaire   "Forbes" magazine says Kylie Jenner will be the US' youngest self-made billionaire, male or female, as her cosmetic firm, television show profits and endorsement are valued at...

How to use social media to ensure business success Author: Gina Clarke Gina Clarke examines the best social media platforms for organisations looking to extend their reach. Social media is a huge precursor to buying power, so...

European leaders seek greater taxes for digital giants Author: Luján Scarpinelli   A number of European countries – led by France – are pushing to introduce a new reform that will tax companies like Google and Amazon...

Bitcoin price falls below $6,000 as banker signals crackdown Angela Monaghan   BIS head says cryptocurrency is a ‘Ponzi scheme’ that poses a threat to financial stability. The price of bitcoin yo-yoed wildly again on Tuesday, falling 14%...

Challenge Accepted: Issues Facing Legal Marketing Teams   Have you spent time in or around the legal profession? If so, you’ve probably heard your fair share of lawyer jokes. Unfortunately, most jokes about lawyers don’t paint attorneys...

Are you at risk of burnout? Why everyone needs a break from work Author: Angela Youngman   More and more CEOs risk burnout by overworking. We look at the causes, symptoms and how you can relax more... Are...