Still Too Big to Fail?
President of the Minneapolis Federal Reserve argues that banks still pose a threat of catastrophic failure.
Stricter Rules Bring Challenges but also Cash to Montana Day Care Centers
State authorities revamp day care regulations to meet federal standards and remain eligible for funding.
Making Profits by Disrupting the Regulatory Status Quo
Scholar explains the rise and expansion of startups that push the regulatory envelope.
Recalculating the True Value of Private Certifications
Penn Law Regulation Fellow shares research on costs and compliance underlying transnational regulatory schemes.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Aims to Lend Borrowers a Helping Hand
Agency proposes rule to stem cycle of loan payments generated by “payday” lending practices.
Self-Deception and Regulatory Compliance
Firms vary considerably in how they interpret regulatory commands and signals, posing enforcement challenges.
Ensuring a Fair Day’s Pay
A new Philadelphia ordinance allows the city to take steps to stop wage theft.
Exploring Regulatory Capture’s Unanswered Questions
Rent-seeking and profit-seeking behavior provide valuable insights into the concept of regulatory capture.
Prosecuting Corporate Criminals
Prosecutions of individual corporate criminals can, in fact, be successful—and are critical for attaining justice.
(Not) Prosecuting Financial Crimes
Holding companies accountable for crimes is essential, yet more must be done to end “too big to jail” concerns.
Productivity, Inequality, and Economic Rents
Curbing excessive economic rents might bolster productivity and address rising inequality.
Can Securities Regulation Stymie Conflict in Africa?
Challenges loom concerning the implementation of a Dodd-Frank provision requiring companies to disclose source minerals from war-torn regions.