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Oct
10
2024
By Tapan Sidhwani
Crypto at Vanderbilt: The Rise of VandyBlockchain

Crypto at Vanderbilt: The Rise of VandyBlockchain

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Image provided by Abhay Khanna for use in this article Whether it’s through Bitcoin’s raging bull markets or through various memecoins like Dogecoin or Shiba Inu, cryptocurrencies have frequently made their way into the headlines  over the last ten years. A key factor in catalyzing this “crypto gold rush” is blockchain  technology: a decentralized public ledger used for transparent information sharing and transaction recording. In simpler terms, a big magic notebook everyone can write in and see, but nobody can edit.  VandyBlockchain Origins The rise of blockchain technology has expanded its impact far beyond just the financial world, reaching academic…
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Oct
02
2024
By Nathan Park
A Guide to Investment Banking at Vanderbilt University

A Guide to Investment Banking at Vanderbilt University

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Photo credit to Patrick Weissenberger on Unsplash The Fast-Paced World of Investment Banking Recruitment at Vanderbilt At Vanderbilt University, the pursuit of a career in investment banking (IB) begins long before graduation. For many ambitious students, the journey starts as early as freshman year, with the recruiting process often kicking off over a year in advance for coveted summer internships. The timeline for investment banking recruitment is notably accelerated. Undergraduates typically find themselves in the thick of recruiting for junior year summer internships during the spring of their sophomore year. This early start can catch many off guard, emphasizing the…
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