US Tariffs and Game Theory: Harnessing the uncontrollable urge to heed the price increase siren songs
March 17, 2025
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March 17, 2025

Sometimes it takes only one headline for an industry to stiffen its muscles and buckle up for a ride through a vast sea of uncertainty.  We live in the times of headlines aplenty, when executives and policy makers around the world are forced to adjust their course with decisions that will affect millions of constituents […]

written by Konstantinos Karampelas and Korbinian Borchert
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The Game Theory Behind AI: The Paradox of Why DeepSeek’s Efficiency Breakthrough Won’t Stop the Spending Race
February 4, 2025
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February 4, 2025

When DeepSeek unexpectedly outperformed existing AI models, the world took notice. It wasn’t just an incremental improvement – it was a fundamental shift. The most shocking part? DeepSeek achieved this with significantly fewer resources than anyone thought possible. For a moment, the implications seemed clear: if AI could be trained more efficiently, the insatiable demand […]

written by Dr. Sebastian Moritz
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The CSDDD: A New Chapter in Global Supply Chain Responsibility
December 5, 2023
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December 5, 2023

After the introduction of national regulations in various countries, including France and Germany (LkSG), the forthcoming European Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), set to be unveiled in 2025, will establish new standards. This article delves into the CSDDD, its connection with the LkSG, and the way forward for businesses.

written by Anna-Sophia Tenkleve, Tobias Lehmann & Tobias Riehm
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Navigating Carbon Pricing: The CBAM Impact on Procurement Strategies in the EU
October 12, 2023
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October 12, 2023

The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is set to reshape the landscape of carbon pricing and emissions regulations. This article explores the impact of CBAM on Procurement departments and highlights key aspects of navigating the CBAM effectively and contributing to a sustainable, low-carbon future.

written by Changeon Lee & Maximilian Zott
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