By: Ammar Asad Introduction Amid the ever-changing landscape of international diplomacy, China’s engagement with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) is a major transformation. This key development could chart a new course for international maritime policy and influence, with considerable implications for U.S. maritime interests across the expansive and dynamic […]
By: Jeremy Montoya Cryptocurrency Risks In the wake of the sentencing of Sam Bankman-Fried, ex-CEO of the crypto-exchange FTX, the financial community across the globe is reminded again of the reality of the risks associated with cryptocurrency. The crypto craze is back and is gearing up to be stronger than it was over two years […]
By: Lakshmi Sanmuganathan Amidst Israel’s ongoing military campaign in Gaza, Palestinians continue to bear the brunt of civilian casualties. Since October 2023, more than 29,000 Palestinian civilians have been killed and another 70,000 injured. Further, systematic attacks on hospitals, limited humanitarian access, and blockades on vital medical supplies have significantly hindered the capacity of Gaza’s […]
By: Emily Gross TikTok was first introduced in China in September of 2016. In 2018, it was the most downloaded app, and as of 2022 TikTok had over 3 billion downloads and over 1 billion active users every month. I first heard about TikTok sometime in early 2020, when a co-worker mentioned the app and […]
