Sunday, September 13
The Trump administration on Friday ordered a comprehensive review of Harvard University's federally funded research programs, and threatened to take title to or grant licenses from the school's lucrative portfolio of patents. In a letter to University President Alan Garber and obtained by Reuters, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick accused Harvard of breaching its legal and contractual requirements tied to the research programs and patents. Lutnick also said the Commerce Department has begun a "march-in" process under the federal Bayh-Dole Act that could let the government take ownership of the patents or grant licenses. Signed in 1980, that law ensures that Americans benefit from inventions funded through taxpayer dollars, a senior administration official said. "The Department places immen
In the high-stakes world of startups, Ashish Singhal — Co-founder of CoinSwitch and Lemonn — finds his entrepreneurial rhythm on the Formula 1 track and the tennis court.For him, these high-intensity sports aren’t just pastimes; they are masterclasses in precision, preparation, and mental resilience.In this edition of Mind Over Money, Singhal shares how split-second decisions, team coordination, and the ability to reset after setbacks translate seamlessly from sport to the volatile world of crypto and finance.From staying disciplined amid market swings to fostering a culture of consistency over fleeting brilliance, he reveals the playbook that keeps him — and his ventures — ahead of the curve. Edited Excerpts –Q) Ashish, you’re a big fan of Formula 1 and tennis, what is it ab
"In times like these, rather than getting shaken out, if you continue your systematic investments, they will yield results over time. So yes, while Trump tariffs took center stage this week, the markets have responded very maturely," says Mayuresh Joshi, Head Equity, Marketsmith India.How did you view the entire week? Yes, we faced a lot of challenges. It was a tricky week with so much news flow coming in from global markets. It was difficult to digest. But one thing I’d say — Indian markets now behave quite maturely, and we’re seeing a rational approach.Mayuresh Joshi: Oh yes, it was a roller-coaster week — one of the wildest rides you’d experience in any water park! The events that transpired, especially around Trump’s tariffs, led to the correction we’re currently witnessi
