Can Biden Rebalance US Middle East Policy?, the Challenges in NFT Gaming, and More

July 14, 2022

U.S. President Joe Biden, Israeli caretaker Prime Minister Yair Lapid, and Israeli Defence Minister Benny Gantz stand in front of Israels Iron Dome defense system-1

Can Biden pivot to normalcy in the Middle East?

America’s hot and cold approach to the Middle East has left it ill-equipped to shape the geopolitics of the region. Natan Sachs explains how Joe Biden’s trip could contribute to a maturation and rebalancing of U.S. policy in the Middle East.

A non-fungible token displayed on the website of NFT marketplace OpenSea

Addressing the policy challenges raised by NFT gaming

In March, hackers stole $625 million from the blockchain that powers the popular video game Axie Infinity, raising important questions about the nature of NFTs in gaming. Joshua Foust discusses risks associated with this technology and what the federal government can do to mitigate the harms.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a rally in Washington Township

Trump creates a dilemma for journalists

“The free, unafraid journalist remains, even in the political uncertainty of our time, one of the pivotal foundations of continuing democratic rule in the United States.” As Donald Trump contemplates another run for the U.S. presidency, Marvin Kalb reflects on the important role of journalists in the 2024 election.