Future Economics

Major disruptive changes are coming to the future of food and agriculture. Trends and technologies in place before the COVID-19 pandemic have been accelerated. Automation, robotics, and blockchain will be critical elements of a disruptive future for food and agriculture. But even more important disruptions will come from technologies pushing to meet the rising global demand for calories and protein. With the global population likely to increase by 2 around billion through 2050, the future of agriculture is fraught with challenges that we must rise to meet. In The Future of Food and ...

This audiobook provides a comprehensive exploration of the circular economy, a sustainable alternative to the traditional linear economic model. Listeners will learn key principles, strategies, and innovations driving circularity across industries. Through case studies, practical applications, and expert insights, learners will gain actionable knowledge on waste reduction, resource recovery, sustainable design, business models, and policy frameworks.

The Devil's Last Dance By M. Fenton Deutsch The world is teetering on the edge of chaos. Former leaders are becoming dictators, billionaires are fleeing to Mars as Earth burns, and nuclear powers rattle their weapons. Artificial intelligence is advancing faster than our wisdom can keep up, and environmental systems are crashing. Democracy is crumbling, while mass starvation accelerates, barely mentioned in the media. It’s enough to make even the most optimistic question everything. But what if this moment isn’t the end of the world? What if we’re witnessing the dismantling of the old ...

The interviews contained within this book span three Crypto Hipster Podcast seasons. From the beginning of Season One today, the role of the media covering the crypto industry has shifted. In its early days, crypto was largely associated with illegal activities like drug trafficking and money laundering. To an extent, some politicians and banking executives want you to continue to think that because of their own self-interest. The media highlighted these activities and painted a negative picture of the crypto space. Over the years, the media's understanding of the crypto industry has grown ...

The founder and executive chairman of the World Economic Forum on how the impending technological revolution will change our lives. We are on the brink of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. And this one will be unlike any other in human history. Characterized by new technologies fusing the physical, digital and biological worlds, the Fourth Industrial Revolution will impact all disciplines, economies and industries - and it will do so at an unprecedented rate.

In a world buzzing with Bitcoin and blockchain, the age-old concept of money is undergoing a radical transformation. Crypto Conundrum isn't just another crypto explainer. It delves into the philosophical heart of a revolution that's reshaping everything we thought we knew about money, trust, and the power structures of our economic systems. Get ready to: Uncover the hidden nature of money, and how crypto both complements and challenges what came before. Grapple with trust in the digital age: can you truly trust a system designed to have no one in charge? Explore the dizzying highs and lows ...

In the light of historical review, decades from today future generations will need to know that there was dissent against this story of the CoVID-19 pandemic. I am proud to be one of the few voices dissenting against the distortion of science which has characterized the coronavirus infection. Let us allow data-backed, scientific evidence to have its say, unfiltered by self-interested propagandists that are exploiting the public’s incomprehension of scientific matters. You can declare yourself free from this infectious virus panic and hysteria. I'm doing my best to teach as many as who ...

The Cold War seemingly ended in a decisive victory for the West. But now, Noah Feldman argues, we are entering an era of renewed global struggle: the era of Cool War. Just as the Cold War matched the planet’s reigning superpowers in a contest for geopolitical supremacy, so this new age will pit the United States against a rising China in a contest for dominance, alliances, and resources. Already visible in Asia, the conflict will extend to the Middle East (U.S.-backed Israel versus Chinese-backed Iran), Africa, and beyond.

Thomas Coleman had excelled in everything that he attempted, even becoming a billionaire by his mid-30’s. Now, he was going to attempt his greatest adventure. He would fly in a large experimental spacecraft with a team of skilled specialists further than any man had ever traveled to the Asteroid belt to mine an asteroid reputed to be filled with extremely valuable metals. Thomas started this journey with the help of the world’s richest man with the intent of changing the world for the better with this new source of badly needed minerals. However, not everyone was happy about this ...

The dangers are manifold: Terrorism. Judges who think they're God (and who are anti-God). Rising economic challenges from China and India. Immigrants and young Americans who know little about American history and values. Can America survive? Yes, says Newt Gingrich, and we as Americans can do more: We can create a safer, more prosperous, and healthier America for our children and grandchildren. How? By enacting a 21st Century Contract with America.

Following the 2008 financial crisis, the Federal Reserve's monetary policy placed much greater focus on stabilizing the market than on helping struggling Americans. As a result, the richest Americans got a lot richer while the middle class shrank and economic and wealth inequality skyrocketed. In Engine of Inequality, Karen Petrou offers pragmatic solutions for creating more inclusive monetary policy and equality-enhancing financial regulation as quickly and painlessly as possible.

The American Dream is close to being replaced by a living nightmare. Key commodities that are essential to our daily lives and that are widely believed to be abundant are running critically short. Even worse, the Chinese are doing what they can to monopolize the world's dwindling resources. The U.S. is now largely dependent on our greatest economic rival for rare earth elements as well as a host of other minerals - all of which are absolutely essential to the development of alternative energies....

Jack West is a hotel staff member in Washington DC. One rainy morning, he walks into a room and finds a corpse. Homicide detectives discover that the corpse belongs to Ivan Montgomery, a secret service agent. As the detectives link up with agent Tillman, they begin to find evidence that leads them to believe the current financial collapse is being brought about by foreign spies. The president will need to act fast to identify the spies, find the killer, and prevent a complete economic collapse. But with corruption running rampant in high positions of power, including his own staff, who can ...

In this interactive book for energetic, creatively minded 8-12-year-olds, innovative thinker and lifelong entrepreneur Jess Ekstrom engages young creators through inspiring stories, journaling prompts, and fun ideas that if they want something to be different in the world, they can do something about it today!

The Unity Economy Unlocking the Future of Work, Abundance and Purpose in an Infinite Universe By Brent N. Hunter What if the secret to global peace, prosperity, and purpose isn’t more consumption — but more contribution? In this groundbreaking vision for a better future, author and futurist Brent N. Hunter unveils a radical yet practical economic blueprint rooted in abundance, unity, and service. The Unity Economy is more than a book — it's a paradigm shift. Blending cutting-edge technology with timeless wisdom, Hunter introduces readers to a new kind of economy — one powered by ...

Este libro es un mapa confiable para ayudarte a alcanzar tus objetivos financieros. Con un lenguaje claro, ejemplos prácticos y un contenido rico, este libro es un aliado esencial en la construcción de un futuro financiero más seguro y prometedor.

In this audiobook, we will explore the emergence of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) in the United States, with a specific focus on the Federal Reserve's FEDNOW initiative. We will delve into the concept of CBDC and its potential impact on the economy, discussing both the benefits and challenges associated with its adoption.

The crisis that followed the collapse of Lehman Brothers marked the fourth systemic transformation of capitalism since the late 18th century. Capitalism was not destroyed by the crisis, but it was irrevocably changed. This provocative audiobook shows how the forces that precipitated the financial meltdown of 2007-2009 are now creating a new and stronger version of the global capitalist system. This system will continue to be led and shaped by the U.S. if its businesses and politicians play their cards well.

Economists and financial wizards William Sterling and Stephen Waite take an in-depth look at how America's baby boomers have transformed the nation's - and the world's - economy, and how that transformation must inevitably - and radically - alter its course as the boomers age. The authors show listeners that there are strategies they can use, both as private individuals and collectively as a nation, to stay ahead of the all-important demographics curve and prosper during the "age wave".

FedNow is a real-time payment service being developed by the US Federal Reserve to enable faster, more efficient, and secure payments. This audiobook provides an in-depth look at FedNow, covering its features, implementation and rollout, impact on financial institutions, businesses, and consumers, regulatory landscape and compliance, security and privacy considerations, and future outlook.