Business, Politics
Are pharmaceutical companies ethical?
Pharmaceutical companies care about profit. Does it mean that they are not ethical or harming the developing world where access to cheap drugs is vital?
Are entrepreneurs born or made at university?
Debate on entrepreneurship education: Do universities help the entrepreneurial spirit? Are entrepreneurs born or made? How to become an entrepreneur? Vote!
Globalization pros and cons: economic, cultural, political
Economic, cultural, and political pros and cons of globalization. History of globalization. Discover implications and arguments in favor and against it.
Technological unemployment: Is technology destroying jobs?
Millions of job losses due to technological unemployment. Machines are changing work, destroying and creating jobs. Technology, innovation and labor market
Bitcoin pros and cons: cryptocurrencies the future of money?
Fad or revolution? Scam or profitable investment? Pros and cons of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, prices and the future of money. Bubble & speculation
Fair trade pros and cons: goals, facts and power relations
Fair trade (or Fairtrade) principles, goals, facts, products, pros and cons. Does it challenge or support existing power relations and development?
Uber business model: What is Uber?
What is Uber? Find out more about ridesharing and Uber business model. Uber disruption & regulations. Transporation service provider or online intermediary
Is Black Friday worth it? Black Friday pros and cons
Black Friday pros and cons. Christmas shopping season is here! Millions look for Black Friday tips. Are Black Friday and Cybermonday worth it? A scam?
Best airplane in the world: Boeing vs Airbus
Airbus vs Boeing: the biggest aircraft manufacturers compared. We debate and vote what aerospace company produces the best commercial plane in the world.
Government intervention: market failures and innovation
Is government intervention good? Should it be limited to fixing market failures and supplying public goods? At LSE we debate if it promotes innovation.
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TPP pros and cons. Is the Trans-Pacific Partnership good?
The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is highly controversial. We debate the pros and cons of this ambitious trade agreement. Join our poll & discussion
NAFTA pros and cons and controversy. Find out more about the history of this free-trade agreement, its impact on jobs, the economy and environment. Join us
Largest corporations in the world more powerful than states?
States vs the largest corporations in the world: Are multinationals rivaling the economic power of governments? Will private companies rule the world?
Animal testing is extremely controversial, more so in the cosmetics industry. We discuss whether animal testing is completely necessary or if we can ban it
Free roaming in Europe: the 90 day limit
Free roaming a reality in Europe? European mobile operators convinced the EU Commission to set a 90 day limit. Is it fair in a Digital Single Market?
Global financial crisis 2016? Brexit and recession
Are the economic consequences of Brexit going to trigger a new global financial crisis in 2016? UK recession, contagion and globalization. Vote!
Crowdfunding pros and cons: good for the industry?
Find out what are the pros and cons of crowdfunding, as well as the best crowdfunding sites. Are Kickstarter video games, board games and films good? Vote!
Find out which is the true fashion capital of the world: Milan, New York, Paris or London? We contrast their fashion weeks & famous designers. Pick a city!
Tax haven countries: restrict transactions?
Find out what are the most important tax haven countries and offshore centers. Join our discussion on regulation, tax avoidance and tax evasion. Vote!
Retirement age debate: raised or lowered?
Retirement age is becoming a heated debate. When is the best time to retire? Can governments afford current pension schemes? Is paid retirement in danger?
Are we witnessing the collapse of capitalism? Is capitalism the best economic system? We discuss its pros and cons of free market economy. Join our debate
Working hours and overtime are limited by law in most countries. Is limiting working time a good idea? If so, which should be the limit? Vote!
Should plastic bags be banned or taxed?
The plastic bags we use in supermarket pollute, but are very convenient. Should plastic bags for supermarkets be banned or taxed? Vote and join our debate!
TTIP pros and cons: threat or opportunity?
The negotiations around the TTIP may have great impact on the future of the USA and the EU. We discuss the TTIP pros and cons and if it is a good idea.
Is the financial crisis just the harbinger of change?
The global financial crisis can be seen as a temporary crisis or as the beginning of a fundamental change of model.
Be your own boss? Self-employed vs employee
Becoming self-employed is a big decision. If you want to be your own boss you should consider carefully the pros and cons of self-employment. Find out more
Airbnb pros and cons: valid business model or unfair competition?
Airbnb is very successful. Does this success come from a disruptive innovative business model or is it only unfair competition? Vote on the pros and cons!
London property bubble: Will it burst?
London property prices are among the highest in the world. We discuss if London has a housing bubble and the chances that it will burst soon. Vote & debate
Size zero models: should they be banned?
Super skinny size-zero models in ads and catwalks are controversial. Are they contributing to anorexia and other eating disorders? Should they be banned?
Is Transparency International's index of corruption valid?
Transparency International's index measures perceptions of corruption and relies heavily on the opinions of a small group of experts and business people.
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