Derrick Cui
Alumni (2021–22)
9 articles · since November 2021
The History of AI in Economic Research, written by AI
BRB Shorts Economics / InvestingThe history of using AI in Economic Research is a modern but exponentially-improving field.
Ethereum's Merge Doesn't Matter
BRB Shorts Economics / InvestingEthereum’s Merge is late at best and irrelevant at worst. The blockchain space is rapidly changing, and Ethereum is not keeping pace.
The Price of Immortality
Economics / InvestingIt seems that even in a bearish economy, there is still more money chasing innovation driven by limited, bright minds. Perhaps that might not come as a surprise.
A Love Letter to The Economist
EditorialsThe Economist is an imperfect, classical-liberal publication that over-analyzes problems and sometimes makes grand predictions on limited information. Yet, it still remains my favorite publication by far.
A Card For Cal, By Cal: Firstcard
Sponsored CommunityFirstcard is the first specialized, fee-less card that offers up to 15% cash-back at stores around Berkeley, from Berkeley Social Club to Cafe Strada to Games at Berkeley and everything in between.
Special Drawing Rights During COVID-19
BRB Shorts Economics / InvestingIn August 2021, the IMF released $650 billion worth of SDRs to all nations to mitigate the impact of COVID on government balance-sheets. Yet a lack of oversight means free currency was spent indiscriminately.
A Dummy’s Guide to Decarbonize America
BRB Shorts Economics / InvestingBiden’s two big spending bills with an estimated $3 trillion price tag are large, ambitious projects to modernize the US with the focus of decarbonization.
The Empirical Revolution in Economics
Economics / InvestingThe field of economics is undergoing a revolution, becoming more relevant, accurate, timely, and empirical by using technology to track everything, all the time.
Paradoxical Pricing: The Unusual Realities of the Video Game Market
BRB Shorts Economics / InvestingLearn about the arbitrary nature of deciding video game prices. Economics columnist Derrick Cui uncovers the irrational decisions producers make when picking a price and consumers make when purchasing a game.
