Articles tagged with: Megan Brown
Statement from the Nota Bene Editorial Board
This issue of the Nota Bene marks our last of the semester. With that in mind, the Editorial Board would like take a moment to issue a brief statement relating to the contents of this week’s issue. In particular, one …
The Future of Online Currencies Remains Doubtful – Megan Brown
It sounds like a plot element from a futuristic science fiction novel—a currency existing online and created by a shadowy figure. But Bitcoin and its enigmatic creator are real, offering an alternative to PayPal, credit cards and the U.S. dollar, …
Third Annual C-LEAF Symposium Grades Dodd-Frank – Megan Brown
The Center for Law, Economics and Finance (C-LEAF) hosted its third-annual Fall Financial Regulatory Reform Symposium last Friday. The symposium brought together legal practitioners and industry analysts to discuss the efficacy and aftermath of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and …
Occupy DC Protests Grow, Remain Cordial by Megan Brown
If your commute to campus takes you past McPherson Square, you will have likely noticed a growing group of protesters in the area. Since October 1, Occupy DC has been camping in the square and holding daily meetings and marches …
Solyndra Scandle Causes White House Heartburn by Megan Brown
The downfall of Solyndra, the White House’s poster child for green jobs, continues to cause heartburn for the Obama administration as House Republicans press to use the situation to their advantage. Over the summer, solar energy company Solyndra, announced that …
Netflix Pushes for Net Neutrality by Megan Brown
Netflix hasn’t had an easy summer. The popular DVD-rental and video streaming website faced public outcry after announcing new billing plans and the breakdown of negotiations with media supplier Starz. A more daunting, long-term issue facing the company, however, is …
