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Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (PURPA) — Research Starter
The Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (PURPA) was enacted in response to the energy crises of the mid-1970s, particularly following the oil embargo by OPEC. This legislation aimed to…
Unicorn (finance) — Research Starter
In finance, a "unicorn" refers to a privately held start-up company that has achieved a valuation of $1 billion or more. The concept was popularized in 2013 by venture capitalist Aileen Lee, who…
Core competency (management science) — Research Starter
Core competency in management science refers to a significant strength of an organization, derived from its unique skills and experiences. Coined by C.K. Prahalad and Gary Hamel in 1990, the concept…
Trading Card Collecting — Research Starter
Trading card collecting is a popular hobby that has its roots in the late 19th century, originally serving as marketing tools for products like cigarettes and tea. Over time, trading cards evolved…
International Banking — Research Starter
International banking refers to banking transactions that occur across national borders, playing a crucial role in the modern global economy. As financial institutions increasingly participate in this…
Certified emissions reduction (CER) — Research Starter
Certified Emissions Reduction (CER) is a quantifiable unit of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions that is either reduced by sources or removed by sinks, specifically under the Clean Development Mechanism…
Video Rental Outlets Gain Popularity — Research Starter
The rise of video rental outlets marks a significant evolution in the entertainment industry, beginning with the development of the videotape recorder (VTR) in the late 1940s. Initially, VTRs were…
Eastman Kodak Is Found to Be in Violation of the Sherman Act — Research Starter
The violation of the Sherman Act by Eastman Kodak highlights significant issues in antitrust law as it pertains to monopolistic practices in the early 20th century. Originally restructured as a trust…
Thalidomide Tragedy Prompts Passage of the Kefauver-Harris Amendment — Research Starter
The Thalidomide Tragedy refers to the severe birth defects caused by the sedative thalidomide, which was marketed in the late 1950s and early 1960s, particularly affecting unborn children. In response…
Nike, Inc — Research Starter
Nike, Inc. is a prominent global corporation based in Beaverton, Oregon, specializing in the design and marketing of athletic footwear and apparel. Founded in 1964 by Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight as…