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    The Hidden Force in Global Economics: Sending Money Home

    The Hidden Force in Global Economics: Sending Money Home

    In 2013, international migrants sent $413 billion home to families and friends — three times more than the total of global foreign aid (about $135 billion). This money, known as remittances, makes a significant difference in the lives of those receiving it and plays a major role in the economies of many countries. Economist Dilip Ratha describes the promise of these “dollars wrapped with love” and analyzes how they are stifled by practical and regulatory obstacles.

    Subjects:
    Economics
    Keywords:
    Emigrant remittances
    Resource Type:
    Video
     
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    My Wish: To Launch A New Era of Openness in Business

    My Wish: To Launch A New Era of Openness in Business

    Anonymous companies protect corrupt individuals – from notorious drug cartel leaders to nefarious arms dealers – behind a shroud of mystery that makes it almost impossible to find and hold them responsible. But anti-corruption activist Charmian Gooch hopes to change all that. At TED2014, she shares her brave TED Prize wish: to know who owns and controls companies, to change the law, and to launch a new era of openness in business.

    Subjects:
    Business Ethics
    Keywords:
    Business ethics Corruption
    Resource Type:
    Video
     
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    Business Model Innovation: Beating Yourself at Your Own Game

    Business Model Innovation: Beating Yourself at Your Own Game

    It seems as though Uber upended the taxi industry in less time than it takes to drive across Manhattan at rush hour. How did they do it, and what can legacy companies learn from their example? Business transformation expert Stefan Gross-Selbeck distills the unique qualities of today's most successful start-ups and shares strategies for replicating this spirit of hyper-innovation and disruption in any business.

    Subjects:
    Management
    Keywords:
    Business enterprises -- Technological innovations New business enterprises
    Resource Type:
    Video