Web's Best – September 2017

As Ivanka Trump's Political Influence Grows, so Does Secrecy Surrounding Her Fashion Brand's Business Ties in China

It is no secret that the bulk of Ivanka Trump's merchandise comes from China. But just which Chinese companies manufacture and export her handbags, shoes and clothes is more secret than ever, an Associated Press investigation has found. – Chicago Tribune / September 27

Debt Boom in India and China Threatens New Financial Crisis

Banks across the world are more vulnerable to a crisis now than they were in the build up to the credit crunch, the World Economic Forum has warned. – The Telegraph / September 26

Mike Novogratz Is Reinventing Himself as the King of Bitcoin

The man starting the biggest crypto fund says bitcoin will be the biggest bubble we’ve ever seen. – Bloomberg / September 26

Business Leaders Still Favour London as a Base

Business leaders remain confident in London’s status as a base for their companies, tipping the technology and creative sector as a key area for UK growth. – The Telegraph / September 20

Swiss Super-Rich Want Slice of Cryptocurrency Boom

Who are the investors eager to bet on bitcoin, and what plans do they have for their newly minted digital assets? – Swissinfo / September 13

Crypto Piggybank Foundations Proliferate in Zug

Around a quarter of the $1.5 billion raised by cryptocurrency crowdfunding ventures this year has found its way to Swiss foundations. Many people are crying foul, but is there anything sinister behind half a billion dollars finding its way into such structures? – Swissinfo / September 7