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Curiosity Unlocked explores businesses, financial markets, economic systems, and the ideas shaping them through analytical and structured thinking.

Don't Stick To The Status Quo

Have you ever wanted to get up and get going but couldn't? Maybe because you already had tasks to complete, like finishing an assignment, organizing your closet, or exercising. We often hear motivational speakers urging us to step out of our comfort zones, but can we really do it? What stops us from changing our routines? Why can't we just decide and act? The answer is simple: Status Quo Bias . Status quo bias is a cognitive bias that makes us prefer things to stay the same. We place more value on what we already have and tend to stick with it. This bias explains why we often resist change in our daily lives. It’s the reason we get so attached to our routines that doing anything different seems almost impossible. The Evolutionary Roots This bias is deeply rooted in our neural psychology and has evolutionary justifications. Early humans developed habits and routines that ensured their survival. By following the same set of rules and processes, they could efficiently hunt and pro...

The Japanese Cult

Japan enjoys global recognition for its traditional arts, and in recent years, it has carved out a distinct place in pop culture, notably through anime, manga, and video games. With a history marked by periods of rapid growth, societal transformations, and even challenging the dominance of global superpowers, Japan's evolution serves as a testament to its remarkable dynamism. In this blog, we delve into the journey of this small island nation, which has captivated the world's attention. So, get ready for an insightful exploration! The genesis of Japan's post-war transformation can be traced back to the aftermath of World War II. In 1945, following the devastating bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by the United States, Japan surrendered and aligned itself with the US-led coalition. Despite the irony of the situation—where the nation that inflicted destruction also played a pivotal role in its recovery—Japan received support from Uncle Sam, who spearheaded the country'...

The ABCD of food

We consume food. Food is the basic necessity that never goes out of demand. Food is essentially the most powerful commodity. So naturally someone who controls food, controls the world. But is it possible that food can be controlled? Something so basic as food which can be grown in your back yard cannot decide who is the leader. But there are some companies that have precedence over the entire food industry. The four dominant agricultural trading firms are the ABCD. They command the entire food industry directly and indirectly. The grain trade is capital intensive. They invest heavily in storage facilities and port and transport infrastructure. The commodity market kings - ABCD - are four diverse companies named: A- ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) B- Bunge C- Cargill D- Louis Dreyfus You eat their products everyday. The corn in your flakes, the wheat in your bread, the orange in your juice, the chocolate in your cup; all are the hand downs of these companies. If yo...

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