Author: Aaryan Haria

Aaryan co-runs the Etonomics podcast. He is especially interested in the relationship between economics and finance, particularly how monetary and fiscal policy are used to address topical economic challenges. He explores his passion for economics as a committee member of the Keynes Society and Entrepreneurship Society.
Development, International

Foreign Aid: The Double-Edged Sword

The coronavirus pandemic, dubbed the ‘Inequality Virus’, will push a further 150 million people globally into poverty by the end of 2021. The pandemic’s negative repercussions have been worst felt in low-income countries (LICs), where they have been described as ‘a serious setback to development progress’. Foreign aid has been at the forefront of supporting developing countries for many years, reaching ‘an all-time high of … Continue reading Foreign Aid: The Double-Edged Sword

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Business and Technology, Finance and Markets, Podcast

What is Behind Bitcoin’s Recent Rally?

Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, has caught the world’s attention (again). Infamous for its volatility, it has faced scepticism from institutions and finance leaders. However, during the last year alone, Bitcoin has jumped from lows of $4000 to highs of almost $42000. What explains the eye-catching increases? Bitcoin was created in 2009 by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto at a time when the world was experiencing … Continue reading What is Behind Bitcoin’s Recent Rally?

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