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Mukhopadhyay, M. (2026, April 27). Leakonomics: The strange financial life of proprietary software once it escapes. Medium; InsiderFinance Wire. https://wire.insiderfinance.io/leakonomics-the-strange-financial-life-of-proprietary-software-once-it-escapes-905ce3f9733c

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This long-form essay on insiderFinance wire introduces "leakonomics," a framework for evaluating the deep strategic and financial consequences of proprietary software breaches. By drawing parallels to World War II precision bombing, the author argues that institutions often mistake technical secrecy for total control, only to face "friction" when reality intrudes. Beyond immediate legal or PR costs, these sources categorise the damage into eight distinct buckets, including adversarial learning, trust repricing, and the destruction of future options. The analysis moves past simple cybersecurity metrics to examine how leaks reveal an organisation’s true operating model and hidden vulnerabilities. Ultimately, the text suggests that a codebase is less like a static moat and more like a complex irrigation system, where exposure reveals the difference between formal architecture and messy, lived practice.

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Conference Name: Contemporary Issues in Emerging Markets Conference (CIEMC 2.0)

Jointly Hosted by IIM Bodhgaya & RUDN University Russia

Research Title: Scrolling Through Shock: Proximity Panic in Emerging Market Polycrisis

Author Name: Mayukh Mukhopadhyay

Author Affiliation: Indian Institute of Management Indore

Presented on April-2026

Research Summary

This research presentation investigates the concept of proximity panic, a phenomenon where digital media transforms local tragedies into immersive, shared experiences of personal vulnerability. Using the example of a flight crash, the study explains how social media engagement can disrupt institutional trust and distract from essential governance reforms during periods of global instability. The author identifies three primary drivers—relational insertion, digital mourning, and coordination fragmentation—that together hinder effective crisis management. To counter these effects, the paper advocates for emotional governance, suggesting that leaders must acknowledge public sentiment while reinforcing factual communication. Ultimately, the work aligns these strategies with Sustainable Development Goals to ensure that emerging markets maintain policy continuity despite digital disruptions. This theoretical synthesis provides a new framework for understanding how online emotional contagion directly impacts large-scale organizational and political stability.

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Mukhopadhyay, M. (2026). Scrolling Through Shock: Proximity Panic in Emerging Market Polycrisis. CIEMC 2.0. Jointly Hosted by RUDN University Russia & IIM Bodhgaya.

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How to Cite the Article

Mukhopadhyay, M. (2026, March 31). Beyond Sentiments: The Hidden Architecture of Financial Reasoning. Medium; InsiderFinance Wire. https://wire.insiderfinance.io/beyond-sentiments-the-hidden-architecture-of-financial-reasoning-2421f64daa87

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Abstract

The insiderfinance article examines the transition from basic sentiment analysis to the more sophisticated field of Financial Argument Mining in machine learning. While traditional tools merely classify text as positive or negative, this new approach seeks to deconstruct the underlying logic, claims, and evidence found in financial reports. By mapping the internal architecture of reasoning, analysts can better understand the duration and validity of market theories rather than reacting to superficial tones. The source further explores the use of multi-agent AI systems to simulate professional deliberation and stress-test investment theses. Ultimately, the article argues that the future of finance lies in quantifying causal explanations and temporal scenarios to improve long-term decision-making. These advancements aim to create a more disciplined institutional memory by holding financial arguments accountable to their original premises.

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Mukhopadhyay, M. (2026, February 28). A Quiet Race for Uncertainty. Medium; InsiderFinance Wire. https://wire.insiderfinance.io/a-quiet-race-for-uncertainty-dada3ada1e9c

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Abstract

This article explores how Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in the Global South, particularly in India, are becoming the quiet backbone of the quantum computing revolution. Rather than funding high-risk "moonshots," corporations are utilizing these centers to finance quantum readiness through existing operational budgets for security and analytics. This strategic shift allows organizations to build long-term expertise and infrastructure while navigating the immense financial and technical uncertainties of the field. By framing quantum research as a form of enterprise resilience, these hubs ensure that transformative computation is developed steadily and discreetly. Ultimately, the text suggests that these centers represent a new institutional logic where experimental science is successfully integrated into routine corporate strategy.

ICIC 2026 @ IIM Ranchi, 20-21 Feb 2026

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Paper Title - Podcast or Perish: Long Form Conversations as the New Red Carpet

Author Name - Mayukh Mukhopadhyay

Author Affiliation - Executive Doctoral Candidate, IIM Indore

Conference Name: International Conference on Indian Cinema

Conference Theme: Social Realities & Managerial Insights

Conference SubTrack: Film Distribution and Marketing

Hosted by: IIM Ranchi

Hosted on: 20-21 February 2026

Conference Page: https://iimranchi.ac.in/icc/

Research Summary

This presentation explores the growing importance of long-form podcasts as a replacement for traditional red-carpet marketing in the modern film industry. The author argues that because human attention is a finite resource, the depth and authenticity of extended conversations are more effective at building audience trust than short trailers. By applying a conceptual ADO model, the research examines how psychological factors like parasocial relationships and source credibility convert passive listeners into committed moviegoers. Examples from Netflix, Marvel, and Bollywood illustrate a strategic shift toward using audio as a tool for world-building and brand loyalty. Ultimately, the sources suggest that the digital intimacy of podcasting has become the new primary infrastructure for movie promotion and cultural influence.

MUF 2026 @ IIM Calcutta, 13-15 Feb 2026

Conference jointly hosted by DECISION Journal, IIM Calcutta and "Fact or Value" Forum

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This research explores the phenomenon of nostalgia washing, where digital platforms transform curated memories into perceived historical truths. By utilizing the ADO framework, the research examines how algorithmic curation and high-definition aesthetic remastering create an idealized version of the past that feels more authentic than actual history. This process is particularly impactful in the Global South, where a lack of trust in formal institutions allows "felt" truths to replace objective data. Ultimately, the source argues that these emotional narratives are weaponized to support claims of social decline, blurring the lines between personal heritage and factual record. The study highlights how the digital past is being re-engineered to shape current moral and political imaginations.

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This teaching case analyzes SIP Abacus, a prominent Indian skill-building organization that utilizes franchise models and mental arithmetic to foster child development. The core focus is a strategic dilemma regarding high student churn during the initial year of training. This attrition stems from a misalignment between the repetitive nature of early manual exercises and the high expectations of parents seeking immediate results. To address this, the case explores modernizing the brand through STEM partnerships and the integration of AI technology for better progress tracking. Ultimately, the sources examine how to balance pedagogical rigor with commercial sustainability in the competitive field of supplementary education.

2nd IIM Nagpur Case & Research Conference 2026

Theme: “Advancing Business Transformation through Cases and Research”

Pre-Conference Workshop: Feb 6th, 2026

Conference: Feb 07th & 08th, 2026

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This teaching case examines the growth of takeUforward, an EdTech startup founded by Raj Vikramaditya to democratize coding interview preparation. The sources trace the platform’s evolution from a YouTube side project into a profitable, bootstrapped business that serves millions of learners. Despite its success, the venture faces a strategic inflection point involving technical infrastructure failures and a heavy reliance on the founder’s personal brand. Management must now decide between focusing on AI-driven product depth or pursuing aggressive international expansion to global markets. The case highlights the operational difficulties of scaling a lean team while maintaining a "learner-first" philosophy without external funding. Ultimately, it explores the challenge of transitioning from a content creator to the leader of a sustainable, professionalized organization.

2nd IIM Nagpur Case & Research Conference 2026

Theme: “Advancing Business Transformation through Cases and Research”

Pre-Conference Workshop: Feb 6th, 2026

Conference: Feb 07th & 08th, 2026