Kraken – A Study Association For Operations Research at the VU Amsterdam
During the summer holidays, the students of the Kraken have a chance to go on a trip to the countryside and enjoy the beauty of nature. There are several things that students can do while they are on the trip. These activities include futures trading, Formal activities, and study trips.
Study trips
Getting out of your comfort zone and taking a long weekend trip to an unknown location is only an option for some students. However, some organizations like Kraken, a study association for Operations Research at the VU Amsterdam, make an effort for you. Aside from the standard study excursions, Kraken also organizes several activities to keep you occupied and motivated, like the Sinterklaas party and laser gaming. The organization is also active on social media, and it’s not uncommon to see students sharing photos of their trips on Facebook. As for the aforementioned weekend excursions, the organization has several valuable tips and tricks to ensure you have a safe and memorable time.
Aside from the usual suspects, Kraken also organizes several, if not hundreds, formal and informal activities. It’s not surprising then that it’s a great way to make new friends from other academic years or to rekindle old relationships.
A platform for copyrighted works
Currently, the law on copyright is quite simple: the author of a work has the right to claim compensation if someone uses their work without permission. However, this is becoming more difficult due to the Internet. To avoid legal hassles, purchasing copyrighted content is better than posting it on social media sites.
As the number of new media platforms continues to grow, some argue that the current copyright laws incentivize platforms to over-block content. This could hamper content diversity and hurt the platforms’ value proposition. It would also rob consumers of content.
Recent proposals to update the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) aim to increase the platforms’ liability. This could affect the growth of the media and their ability to prevent copyright infringement. The legislation would also require platforms to avoid the re-uploading of content taken down from the platforms. In addition, there would be an obligation on platforms to review content before publishing it. The legislation also would require platforms to use automation in their review.
Futures trading
Buying and selling futures contracts is a common practice on derivative exchanges. Buying futures is similar to buying spot assets, but they have higher volumes. Traders bet on the underlying asset’s price and then sell the contract at a predetermined price.
Buying futures is a way to earn money in both bull and bear markets. The gap between the spot and index price can increase, which leads to high volatility. The price can drop when a change in the growing conditions affects the underlying asset. However, the cost of futures can also increase, which increases the profit.
Futures trading is a form of derivatives trading that is more suitable for experienced traders. It has high volumes, low fees, and offers leverage—the risk of losing money increases when using high power.
End of operations
Unlike a traditional study tour where you stroll from one university to the next, Kraken offers a more active experience. During the semester, students participate in various activities ranging from impromptu dinners to themed parties and laser gaming. The best part is that you can interact with other students in a more casual setting. As a result, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn from your peers.
Kraken also has a formal and informal awards program where members can snag prizes like a trip to Brazil or an iPad mini. The awards program is a great way to learn more about the company and to get to know the other members of the Kraken family. Kraken is a great way to make friends and acquaintances much closer than the distance.
