The third edition of this acclaimed book continues to provide a discussion of key theoretical and policy issues in corporate finance law. It has been fully updated to reflect developments in the law and the markets. One of the book's distinctive features is its equal coverage of both the equity and debt sides of corporate finance law, and it seeks, where possible, to compare and contrast the two. This book covers a broad range of topics regarding the debt and equity-raising choices of companies of all sizes, from SMEs to the largest publicly traded enterprises, and the mechanisms by which those providing capital are protected. Each chapter provides a critical analysis of the present law to enable the reader to understand the difficulties, risks and tensions in this area, and the attempts by the legislature, regulators and the courts, as well as the parties involved, to deal with them. The book will be of interest to practitioners, academics and students engaged in the practice and study of corporate finance law.

Why do heroes fight each other? Why do villains keep trying even though they almost never win? Why don't heroes simply take over the world? Economics and comics may seem to be a world apart. But in the hands of economics professor and comic book hero aficionado Brian O’Roark, the two form a powerful alliance. With brilliant deadpan enthusiasm he shows how the travails of superheroes can explain the building blocks of economics, and how economics explains the mysteries of superhero behavior. Spider-Man's existential doubts revolve around opportunity costs; Wonder Woman doesn't have a sidekick because she has a comparative advantage; game theory sheds light on the battle between Captain America and Iron Man; the Joker keeps committing crimes because of the Peltzman effect; and utility curves help us decide who is the greatest superhero of all. Why Superman Doesn't Take Over the World probes the motivations of our favorite heroes, and reveals that the characters in the comics may have powers we dont, but they are still beholden to the laws of economics.

The power hungry disgraced politician Colin Wilson, now forced into exile, plots deadly revenge against the scientists who have twice defeated his attempts to snatch control of their revolutionary world changing technology. Against their better judgement the scientists are forced once again to use their peaceful technology as a 'weapon of defence' to safeguard their Island home. Under relentless attack from Wilson and the unprincipled Federation of Nations the scientists and the other Islanders once more demonstrate their willingness to sacrifice everything except their integrity to safeguard the future of their discovery. In their safe hands the technology will be used to benefit mankind but in the wrong ones will probably destroy it. Who will prevail in the final deadly battle for control in which the winner takes all?

Corporate law and corporate governance have been at the forefront of regulatory activities across the world for several decades now, and are subject to increasing public attention following the Global Financial Crisis of 2008. The Oxford Handbook of Corporate Law and Governance provides the global framework necessary to understand the aims and methods of legal research in this field. Written by leading scholars from around the world, the Handbook contains a rich variety of chapters that provide a comparative and functional overview of corporate governance. It opens with the central theoretical approaches and methodologies in corporate law scholarship in Part I, before examining core substantive topics in corporate law, including shareholder rights, takeovers and restructuring, and minority rights in Part II. Part III focuses on new challenges in the field, including conflicts between Western and Asian corporate governance environments, the rise of foreign ownership, and emerging markets. Enforcement issues are covered in Part IV, and Part V takes a broader approach, examining those areas of law and finance that are interwoven with corporate governance, including insolvency, taxation, and securities law as well as financial regulation. The Handbook is a comprehensive, interdisciplinary resource placing corporate law and governance in its wider context, and is essential reading for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers in the field.

Getting Rich Book Series "How to Get Rich: Take Over Your Money Control in a Few Simple Steps" is a comprehensive guide to achieving financial success and wealth building. The book covers all the essential aspects of personal finance and provides practical tips and strategies for achieving financial stability and growth. The book begins by helping readers understand their current financial status and assess their net worth, income sources, expenses, and debt situation. From there, the book provides actionable steps for building a strong foundation for financial success, including setting financial goals, creating a budget, saving money, and living frugally without sacrificing the quality of life. One of the key aspects of building wealth is investing for growth. The book provides a comprehensive overview of various investment options, including stocks, bonds, real estate, and others, and explains the concepts of risk and return. It also provides tips and strategies for building a diversified portfolio and making informed investment decisions. In addition to traditional investment options, the book also explores ways to create multiple streams of income through passive income sources, side hustles, and entrepreneurship. It provides advice on negotiating salaries, maximizing earnings, and building skills for career advancement. The book also covers important topics such as building a solid credit history, planning for retirement, managing taxes, and protecting your financial future through insurance and estate planning. It provides practical guidance on how to stay on track with your financial plan, monitor and adjust your investments, and make informed financial decisions for a secure future. Finally, the book provides tips and strategies for building and maintaining wealth, navigating the financial services industry, overcoming financial challenges, and living a rich life. It emphasizes the importance of financial education, staying informed, and finding reliable financial resources. Whether you're just starting on your financial journey or looking to take your finances to the next level, "How to Get Rich: Take Over Your Money Control in a Few Simple Steps" provides a comprehensive and actionable roadmap for achieving financial success and building wealth. With its straightforward approach, this book is an essential resource for anyone looking to take control of their finances and secure their financial future.

Derived from the renowned multi-volume International Encyclopaedia of Laws, this practical guide to cyber law – the law affecting information and communication technology (ICT) – in Japan covers every aspect of the subject, including intellectual property rights in the ICT sector, relevant competition rules, drafting and negotiating ICT-related contracts, electronic transactions, privacy issues, and computer crime. Lawyers who handle transnational matters will appreciate the detailed explanation of specific characteristics of practice and procedure. Following a general introduction, the book assembles its information and guidance in seven main areas of practice: the regulatory framework of the electronic communications market; software protection, legal protection of databases or chips, and other intellectual property matters; contracts with regard to software licensing and network services, with special attention to case law in this area; rules with regard to electronic evidence, regulation of electronic signatures, electronic banking, and electronic commerce; specific laws and regulations with respect to the liability of network operators and service providers and related product liability; protection of individual persons in the context of the processing of personal data and confidentiality; and the application of substantive criminal law in the area of ICT. Its succinct yet scholarly nature, as well as the practical quality of the information it provides, make this book a valuable time-saving tool for business and legal professionals alike. Lawyers representing parties with interests in Japan will welcome this very useful guide, and academics and researchers will appreciate its value in the study of comparative law in this relatively new and challenging field.

The contentious history of the computer programmers who developed the software that made the computer revolution possible. This is a book about the computer revolution of the mid-twentieth century and the people who made it possible. Unlike most histories of computing, it is not a book about machines, inventors, or entrepreneurs. Instead, it tells the story of the vast but largely anonymous legions of computer specialists—programmers, systems analysts, and other software developers—who transformed the electronic computer from a scientific curiosity into the defining technology of the modern era. As the systems that they built became increasingly powerful and ubiquitous, these specialists became the focus of a series of critiques of the social and organizational impact of electronic computing. To many of their contemporaries, it seemed the “computer boys” were taking over, not just in the corporate setting, but also in government, politics, and society in general. In The Computer Boys Take Over, Nathan Ensmenger traces the rise to power of the computer expert in modern American society. His rich and nuanced portrayal of the men and women (a surprising number of the “computer boys” were, in fact, female) who built their careers around the novel technology of electronic computing explores issues of power, identity, and expertise that have only become more significant in our increasingly computerized society. In his recasting of the drama of the computer revolution through the eyes of its principle revolutionaries, Ensmenger reminds us that the computerization of modern society was not an inevitable process driven by impersonal technological or economic imperatives, but was rather a creative, contentious, and above all, fundamentally human development.