Operators of online marketplaces tend to have identity crises in jurisdictions with recently enacted payment services regulation. They have the temptation to wish away the fact that their businesses are ultimately payment services businesses. This brief note examines recent developments in UAE financial regulation that bring further clarity about the distinction between “pure tech plays” and payment services in the UAE and outlines four different courses of action for navigating the gray area.

Una reseña crítica sobre la hora de los lobos, la nueva novela de Mario Mendoza. Se trata de una adición desconcertantemente mala a la bibliografía de este escritor que se ha convertido en un autor de culto.

All the pictures of the 2024 trip to South Korea are finally processed. 142 ended up seeing the day of light out of a total of 1041. This is a selection of 35 that are probably my favorite, with some commentary.

On April 16th, the European Commission released for consultation a preliminary decision that would force Google to share its search data with competitors. Here is my quick take on why the debate is so consequential and why it requires striking a fine balance between preserving incentives for innovation, ensuring market contestability and sheer fairness.

Una nota sobre el “contenido” del divulgador cientifico Felipe Cárdenas (@felipedendron)

A travel note about Robben Island and why it is worth a visit.