Exploitation

In many Native American communities, there's a fear that any knowledge shared with scientists could end up in published reports—which could, in turn, lead to a familiar story of plundering.

• By Terri Hansen

The practice, called dynamic pricing, is intended to ration scarce goods and services, but it primarily harms consumers by making it easier for companies to fleece them.

• By Ramsi Woodcock

The units are supposed to be protected from steep rent hikes. But thanks to a loophole, owners can seek big rent increases anyway.

• By Cezary Podkul