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Economy & Finance

Moneyland

Oliver Bullough

In 2007, Bradley Birkenfeld exposed a massive Swiss tax evasion scheme, ending the era of Swiss financial secrecy but sparking new challenges. His revelations led to stricter U.S. regulations requiring foreign banks to disclose American clients' financial details or face penalties, curbing some tax evasion but leaving loopholes. The Common Reporting Standard (CRS) improved global financial transparency by automating data sharing, yet many poorer nations, like Angola, lack resources to act on this information. Meanwhile, the United States, a non-CRS participant, has become an attractive tax haven, refusing to reciprocate data-sharing obligations. As corruption transcends borders, kleptocratic practices persist globally, with offshore havens like Nevis and U.S. states like Nevada and South Dakota offering secure shelters for hidden wealth, perpetuating inequality and financial secrecy.

15 min

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Einblick

Worum geht es?

This book delves into the hidden world of global financial corruption, exposing how loopholes, secrecy, and systemic flaws enable the wealthy and powerful to evade accountability. Through gripping real-life cases—from whistleblowers dismantling Swiss banking secrecy to kleptocrats exploiting offshore havens—it unveils the mechanisms that allow illicit wealth to flourish. With a sharp focus on the intersection of finance, politics, and law, it reveals how corruption transcends borders, impacting even the world's most unsuspecting corners. A compelling exploration of the dark underbelly of global finance, it challenges readers to confront the pervasive systems that perpetuate inequality.

Buchzusammenfassung

Oliver Bullough is an award-winning non-fiction writer from Wales whose work has focused extensively on Russia and Eastern Europe. His writing has appeared in The New York Times and The Guardian, and on the BBC. He is also the author of The Last Man in Russia and Let Our Fame Be Great.

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Alle Bissen

6 Bites

How Global Finance Escaped Control

Havens of Secrecy: How Corruption Hides Wealth

Lavish Corruption: Angola’s Wealth Amid Poverty

Corruption Without Borders: The Global Reach of Kleptocracy

Unmasking Global Corruption and Hidden Wealth

America’s Hidden Tax Havens: The Rise of Trusts

Private Government

Elizabeth Anderson

This book challenges conventional views of the workplace, exposing the hidden authoritarian structures that govern many modern jobs. It delves into the extensive power employers wield over employees, both inside and outside the office, and draws striking parallels between corporate hierarchies and undemocratic systems. Through a thought-provoking exploration of labor dynamics, it examines the imbalance of authority, the limitations of "at-will" employment, and the overlooked consequences of private governance. Ultimately, it invites readers to consider workplace democracy as a compelling alternative to the status quo.

16 min

When to Rob a Bank

Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner

Every year, millions of parents grapple with the challenge of naming their newborns, but do names carry deeper significance? From peculiar patterns like the criminal connection to the middle name Wayne to the meteoric rise of unconventional names like Nevaeh, the power of names reveals unexpected trends. Beyond this, the book delves into surprising human behaviors, from pricing oddities and environmental misconceptions to the hidden risks of everyday activities. With a mix of humor and sharp analysis, it uncovers the fascinating ways economics, psychology, and societal norms intersect in our daily lives.

12 min

The Society of the Spectacle

Guy Debord

In a world dominated by the spectacle, this book delves into how modern society has been reshaped by a relentless barrage of images, consumerism, and distorted narratives. It explores the profound impact on our perception of time, history, and identity, revealing how authentic experiences are replaced by shallow representations. Through an engaging examination of ideology, culture, and the paradox of connection and isolation, the book challenges readers to confront the forces shaping their reality and reclaim a more meaningful existence.

10 min

Command and Control

Eric Schlosser

This book delves into the gripping history of nuclear weapons, tracing their development, deployment, and the harrowing accidents that nearly reshaped the world. Through vivid storytelling, it explores the relentless arms race, the precarious balance of Cold War politics, and the human errors that exposed the fragility of global security. With a focus on pivotal moments and the individuals who shaped them, it offers a compelling examination of the immense power and profound risks tied to humanity’s most destructive invention.

18 min