金融法制建设中的刑法突破——以网络洗钱为视角

随着我国金融市场建设和网上金融服务的不断发展,网络洗钱犯罪随之而来,并呈现出不断扩大的趋势。刑法在面对这种新型犯罪时表现出滞后性,未能及时、科学、有效地打击金融犯罪。以网络洗钱为视角,以金融法制建设的刑法功能理论为依据,研究打击网络洗钱犯罪的刑法规制和突破点,即完善其刑事立法及刑事司法制度并建立预防犯罪机制,提高刑法及时性与震慑力来预防与惩治网络洗钱犯罪。     

洗钱对我国外商直接投资的影响--基于上市公司面板数据的实证研究

以2007－2012年我国外商持股上市公司为研究对象,以知识资本模型和知识资本—洗钱模型为基础,对比离岸国家（地区）与非离岸国家（地区）对我国的外商直接投资,研究洗钱对我国外商直接投资的影响。结果表明：洗钱对我国外商直接投资有显著影响,绝对市场规模对外商直接投资进入我国制造业、房地产及整体行业有抑制作用;相对市场规模对外商直接投资进入我国制造业、批发零售业、房地产及整体行业有促进作用;劳动力丰裕度严重抑制外商直接投资进入我国制造业、批发零售业、房地产及整个行业;贸易成本和距离均与我国外商直接投资量成反比。     

信息通信技术对服务业“成本病”的影响研究——基于OECD国家生产率的增长核算分析

本文采用增长核算方法对1980-2003年部分OECD国家的服务业和制造业劳动生产率增长进行了贡献率分析。研究结果表明,信息通信技术(ICT)资本加深对服务业劳动生产率增长的贡献率远高于对制造业的贡献率,服务业劳动生产率增长落后于制造业的主要根源在于全要素生产率。ICT不能完全根治"成本病",但可以在一定程度上缓解服务业"成本病"。     

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Theory and Practice in a Developing Country Context

After providing an overview of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) research in different contexts, and noting the varied methodologies adopted, two robust CSR conceptualizations – one by Carroll (1979, ‘A Three-Dimensional Conceptual Model of Corporate Performance’, The Academy of Management Review 4(4), 497–505) and the other by Wood (1991, ‘Corporate Social Performance Revisited’, The Academy of Management Review 16(4), 691–717) – have been adopted for this research and their integration explored. Using this newly synthesized framework, the research critically examines the CSR approach and philosophy of eight companies that are considered active in CSR in the Lebanese context. The findings suggest the lack of a systematic, focused, and institutionalized approach to CSR and that the understanding and practice of CSR in Lebanon are still grounded in the context of philanthropic action. The findings are qualified within the framework of existing contextual realities and relevant implications drawn accordingly. Dr. Jamali is Assistant Professor of Management at the Olayan School of Business, American University of Beirut. She holds a BA in Public Administartion from the American University of Beirut, and a Ph.D. in Social Policy and Administration, from the University of Kent at Canterbury, UK. Her research interests encompass corporate social responsibility, public private partnerships, learning organizations and women issues. She worked as an expert consultant on projects funded by the World Bank, the US Agency for International Development, NGOs, and other regional and local public and private firms. She is the author of numerous studies and international peer reviewed publications in various international journals, including the Journal of Management Development, the International Journal of Public Sector Management, the International Journal of Quality and Reliability Management, Business Process Management Journal, Public Works, Management and Policy and Women in Management Review. Ramez Mirshak Graduated with honors from the American University in Cairo (AUC) with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration in February 2001, then worked for two years in Egypt in the field of marketing and management. In 2004–2005, pursued his Masters of Business Administration at the American University of Beirut (AUB), researching primarily issues relating to change management and corporate social responsibility under the supervision of Dr. Dima Jamali, then joined a leading international financial institution as a regional Management Associate, while maintaining links with AUB and working on several research based projects.     

Virtual Teams and Multiple Media: Structuring Media Use to Attain Strategic Goals

Work environments have grown substantially more complex over the years. Teams are increasingly distributed, and presented with a variety of different communication technologies, e.g., e-mail, instant messaging, cellular phones, pagers, and intranet applications, for use in distributed collaborative activities. Further, individuals often belong to multiple teams concurrently. This study explores how virtual team members structure their use of multiple media to attain strategic goals in complex work environments. A grounded theory approach was used to analyze data gathered from forty interviews of information technology workers. Our results indicate that there are two primary structures individuals employ when making use of multiple media: sequential and concurrent. Sequential combinations are of three types: redundant, serial, or complementary, while concurrent combinations are of two types: independent or complementary. Further, individuals strategically use multiple media to accomplish specific communication goals beyond simply transmitting the message, such as message acknowledgement, enhancement of mutual understanding, and participation in multiple communication interactions. The implications of these findings for research and practice are discussed.Both authors contributed equally to this paper.     

Exploring SME cybersecurity practices in developing countries

The continued use of information technology systems by small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in developing countries has the potential to bring significant benefits but, at the same time, expose them to online cybersecurity threats. Addressing these threats is, therefore, of paramount importance for developing countries, not only because SMEs are seen as the vehicle for employment and job creation, but because research on SMEs and cybersecurity in this context is limited. This study is a contribution toward addressing this gap.

The purpose of this study is, therefore, to explore SME cybersecurity practices and the challenges they face in developing countries. The goal is to sensitize practitioners and government institutions about the challenges and practices faced by SMEs, so that the various parties can work collaboratively in providing context-specific solutions to address these challenges and improve current cybersecurity practices. The study follows a qualitative enquiry approach to solicit information from three South African SMEs that had implemented cybersecurity practices. The findings show that an SME’s perception of cybersecurity is constrained by internal factors of budget, management support, and attitudes. Further findings show that SMEs’ cybersecurity practices are affected by the landscape of cybersecurity, as well as institutional pressures.     

National System of S&T Innovation: Dynamics of Manpower Building in a Catching-Up Economy

This study uses the National System of Innovation (NSI) as an analytical framework and introduces it as a catching-up economic perspective with a focus on Taiwan's current and future manpower environment, including the three basic elements of NSI in relation to science and technology (S&T). This study explores Taiwanese S&T manpower flow and distribution, as well as how the government facilitates the development of the technology network, narrowing the gap between catching-up economies and advanced economies through the NSI analysis. This study also investigates how the NSI factors affect one another, and how the interaction among government policy, the academic system, and the industrial sector promote Taiwan's S&T manpower development. Research conclusions and suggestions are also provided.     

Road safety impacts of the motorcycle in Brazil

Brazil has had high indices of traffic injuries and deaths since the 1950s, mostly related to the increasing and irresponsible use of the automobile. Upon approval of the Brazilian Transit Code (CTB) in 1997, traffic injuries and deaths began to diminish, despite an increase in vehicle fleet size, a phenomenon that had never occurred previously. Concurrently, starting in 1991 and with a great intensity after 1996, there has been a sizeable increase in motorcycle production and use, facilitated and encouraged by public officials. Between 1995 and 2000 annual sales figures for motorcycles doubled and reached 2 million units in 2008. Traffic deaths associated with motorcycles increased exponentially, rising from 725 in 2006 to 10,143 in 2010, eliminating the advances gained by the CTB in reducing auto-related injuries. This article analyses the process and its impacts on road safety. The first part summarises the main public policy decisions related to the theme. Part two analyses changes in traffic safety after the introduction of this new technology. Part three looks at the possible political, economic and social motives that lie behind this process. The final part suggests solutions to the great prejudice caused to society and the nation.     

Advanced technologies and international business: A multidisciplinary analysis of the literature

Advanced digital technologies, such as the Internet of Things, blockchain, big data analytics and augmented reality, are gradually transforming the way multinational firms do business. Due to the extent of this transformation many scholars argue that the integration of these technologies marks the commencement of the fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0). However, the question how these advanced technologies impact international business activities needs further attention. To this end, we adopt a multidisciplinary approach to review the related literature in international business (IB), general management, information systems, and operations research. We include the two latter fields, because advanced technologies have received more attention in these bodies of literature. Based on our analysis, we discuss the implications of these technologies for international business. Further, we highlight the drivers of technology utilisation by multinational firms and likely outcomes. We also provide future research avenues.     

Uneasy Alliances: Lessons Learned from Partnerships Between Businesses and NGOs in the context of CSR

Interest in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has proliferated in academic and business circles alike. In the context of CSR, the spotlight has traditionally focused on the role of the private sector particularly in view of its wealth and global reach. Other actors have recently begun to assume more visible roles in the context of CSR, including Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) which have acquired increasing prominence on the socio-economic landscape. This article examines five partnerships between businesses and NGOs in a developing country context that fall in the realm of CSR. The article starts with a literature review, delineating foundational underpinnings that have to be carefully designed and crafted to promote the success of collaborative ventures. An empirical study of five selected partnerships between businesses and NGOs in Lebanon is then presented, allowing to derive interesting insights into types of existing alliances, their relational characteristics as well as salient factors considered most determinant of success or failure in this regard.     

Reviving calm technology in the e-tourism context

Tourism industry practitioners should understand the controversial nature of the information and communication technology (ICT) proliferation to ensure that ICT solutions do not consume too much of consumer attention, thus jeopardising enjoyment of tourism services. The concept of calm technology or calm design serves this purpose. Calm design suggests that technology should quietly recede in the background and come into play with users when and if required, thus delivering and/or enhancing a desired consumer experience. Although this concept is of relevance to e-tourism, it has never been considered within. This is where this paper contributes to knowledge as, for the first time, it introduces calm design into the e-tourism realm and critically evaluates the determinants of its broader adoption within the tourism industry. It places calm design in the e-tourism context, discusses its implications for customer service management, supply chain management and destination management, and discloses opportunities for future research.     

CSR Information Disclosure on the Web: A Context-Based Approach Analysing the Influence of Country of Origin and Industry Sector

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has become a much-discussed subject in the business world. The Internet has become one of the main tools for CSR information disclosure, allowing companies to publicise more information less expensively and faster than ever before. As a result, corporations are increasingly concerned with communicating ethically and responsibly to the diversity of stakeholders through the web. This paper addresses the main question as whether CSR information disclosure on corporate websites is influenced by country of origin and/or industry sector. Analysing the websites of 127 corporations from emerging countries, such as Brazil, Chile, China, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Thailand and South Africa, it becomes evident that both country of origin and industry sector have a significant influence over CSR information disclosure on the web (CSRIDOW). Based on the data studied, country of origin has a stronger influence over CSRIDOW than industry sector.

基于ZigBee的搜救人员特征信息无线传输系统设计与应用

为了保证灾难现场搜救人员的自身安全,提出一种基于单片机和ZigBee技术的搜救人员特征信息无线传输新技术。着重了介绍了无线传输单元的设计原理、硬件组成以及实现方法。同时,提出了改善ZigBee传输距离的方法,使得传输距离大于100 m,速率达到50 kbit/s,可以较好地满足现场应用要求。     

Modeling the Role of a Coordinator as a Medium of Communication in 2-Player Conflicts

This paper discusses the role of a coordinator in the 2-player conflict where the information on players' preference is incomplete. It is assumed that the coordinator has a priori prospect of feasible alternatives. First, the method of the graph model for conflict resolution (GMCR) is extended to apply to this conflict with incomplete information, and the coordination system for the conflict with incomplete information is proposed. The process operated by the coordinator uses Extended Robustness Analysis that specifies the critical conditions for the stability and Pareto efficiency of an alternative. Finally, the methodology is applied to the conflict between hydropower generation and environmental interests.     

Divergent and Convergent Idea Generation in Teams: A Comparison of Computer-Mediated and Face-to-Face Communication

Many tasks and decisions in business, including management consulting, are performed in group settings. Computer-mediated communication (CMC) tools (e.g., Lotus Notes) are increasingly being used by businesses to support teams in a variety of settings. Considerable research in information systems has demonstrated the advantages of electronic brainstorming (EBS) for generic tasks involving only divergent thinking. However, it is unclear whether the benefits of CMC extend to tasks that require both divergent and convergent processes. Per task–technology fit theory (TTF) (Zigurs and Buckland 1998), the use of computer-based group communication support tools, including chat systems in wide-spread use today, may be less effective for convergent processes than for divergent processes. This study experimentally compares the performance of computer-mediated and face-to-face (FTF) teams on tasks requiring both divergent and convergent processes. Consistent with theoretical predictions, the results revealed that computer-mediated teams outperformed FTF teams in the divergent aspects of the tasks, while FTF teams outperformed computer-mediated teams in the convergent aspects of the tasks.     

OBE-CDIO理念在高职院校实训课程改革中的实践

目前高职院校实训课程教学中存在一些问题,要以培养符合社会需求的学生为目标,根据用人需求等因素制订人才培养方案;要以项目为中心,重构实训课程体系;要围绕人才培养目标进行课程的组织与设计。以OBE-CDIO理念构建的实训课程体系克服了传统实训课程设计与教学的缺点,同时借助信息技术手段,能够有效提高学生实习实践兴趣,提升工程实践能力。     

ESP视阈下科技创新概念传播模型构建及商业化探索

科技创新概念是基于原创性的科学研究或知识创新的过程,提出新概念、新思想、新理论、新方法、新发现和新假设,以新的视角来重新认识已知事物,诠释科技与人之间的联系,调节科技发展与现有人类社会对科学发展的认知以维持动态平衡。在互联网高度发展的新时代,"泛媒体"与科学新概念相结合达到了良好的知识传递效果。本文从科技创新概念与"泛媒体"传播的角度出发,结合特殊用途英语(ESP)科普作品的实践研究,提出适合时代发展的科技创新概念传播模型,从共同发展的角度提出多元化规范性理念,为实现新的商业精准模式进行分析探索。     

Spear phishing in a barrel: Insights from a targeted phishing campaign

Executives in many industries have fallen prey to socially engineered attacks known as spear phishing. Using highly targeted emails, social engineers trick victims into performing unintended actions by masquerading as legitimate actors. To shed light on effective spear phishing training, we conducted a multi-round experiment. Our results indicate that training users with individual loss messaging might increase the effectiveness of the training. Additionally, we found potential evidence that organizational training can lead to increased overall spear phishing awareness, even for those not directly trained. Despite these promising results, however, individuals’ susceptibility to highly targeted spear phishing attacks remains troubling for practitioners and researchers.     

天地一体化信息网络在我国民航领域的应用设想

天地一体化信息网络工程将构建全球覆盖的安全、高效、实时、宽带数据传输网络,基于天地一体化信息网络的新一代机载通信、导航、监视系统是未来我国民用航空电子系统发展的重要趋势之一,可以显著提升机载航电系统能力,为航空运输的安全性、经济性、环保性、舒适性带来巨大的变革。在分析国外航空卫星系统在民用航空领域应用现状的基础上,针对我国天地一体化信息网络在民用航空领域的应用差距,提出了基于我国自主卫星系统的天地一体化信息网络在民用航空领域应用的建设设想、实施步骤及适航考虑。     

突发通信中基于叠加训练的信道估计方案

针对无线突发通信中频带利用率低、信道参数获取困难等问题,提出了一种应用于突 发通信的叠加训练信道估计与检测方案。该方案将信息和训练叠加发送,通过预失真发送信 息符号使得训练与信息在频域正交,收端采用一阶统计信道估计和最大似然符号检测,并设 计了抗直流干扰的信道估计方案。仿真表明,新方案在消除训练序列的频带开销的情况下获 得了较好的信道估计和符号检测性能,与采用时分复用训练的方案相比,其有效吞吐率更优 。