The illusion of inheritance tax: why it serves only the state and the ultra-rich
Inheritance tax is presented as a tool for fairness. Politicians claim it prevents dynasties of wealth, ensures everyone contributes, and promotes equality….
The euro: a failed experiment with lasting damage
When the euro was launched at the turn of the millennium, it was hailed as a great leap toward European unity. A single currency for….
The delivery illusion: Delivery giants like Just Eat Takeaway, Deliveroo, and Uber Eats keep losing money yet keep expanding
In theory, companies exist to make profit. Yet in the modern economy, some of the biggest names in the food delivery sector, Just Eat Takeaway,….
The illusion of expertise: how fake coaches and influencers profit from empty promises
In a digital age where algorithms reward attention over authenticity, an entire industry has emerged around the illusion of success. Self-proclaimed “coaches,” “mentors,” and “influencers”….
Central Bank Digital Currencies: A Tool for Control, Not Freedom
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) represent one of the most significant developments in monetary policy in recent decades. Positioned as a modern solution to improve….
Pensions: A System That Takes More Than It Gives
Pensions are often presented as a secure and necessary system to ensure financial stability in retirement. Governments and financial institutions claim that pension schemes protect….
Amsterdam: Debt, Prestige, and the Bill for the Rest of the Netherlands
Amsterdam is known as a city of progress, innovation, and cultural wealth. But behind the gleaming facades of the historic center and ambitious projects lies….