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Interdisciplinary Study of the Law · Private Law

A child rights-based approach to adolescents’ sexuality

A holistic child rights perspective is crucial to prevent criminalisation and undue state-sanctioned restrictions on adolescents’ sexual exploration both online and offline.

Tax Law and Economics

Is blockchain sufficiently trustworthy for public finance?

The word ‘blockchain’ can evoke images of scandals related to cryptocurrencies. So it might be surprising that some central banks are adopting Central Bank Digital Currency, a form of currency based on blockchain technology. Are governments venturing into issuing their own versions of bitcoin?

Embracing a new paradigm: A corporate shift towards (social) sustainability

The 21st century marks an era of global challenges forcing companies towards more inclusion of social and environmental considerations. What is behind this development and what challenges does it bring?

Public Law

International law in the conflict in Gaza/Israel: Meeting the challenges

The unfolding situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPT) and Israel underscores the importance of international law, and the terrible consequences of its disregard.

Tax Law and Economics

The online gambling industry: A case of unproductive entrepreneurship

Has the legalisation of the online gambling market in 2021 been a success? No, the government simply underestimated the drive for profits of online gambling companies.

Criminal Law and Criminology

Continuing the 'All Souls' conversation: first thoughts on Israel/Gaza from a criminal justice scholar's perspective

What stories to tell from a criminal law perspective, when justice seems so far away?