Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET) Announces Major Fund-Raising Initiatives

The transcript covers a conference where INET's achievements and future plans are discussed. A significant funding announcement is made, with contributions from Bill Janeway and George Soros, ensuring INET's sustainability. Both contributors express their commitment to INET's mission and the importance of addressing economic challenges. The event concludes with acknowledgments and a call to action for future efforts.

What was one of the main achievements of INET mentioned in the introduction?

• Challenging conventional wisdom in economics

• Launching a new economic model

• Creating a new currency

• Establishing a global bank

What was the total amount of new funding announced for INET?

• $250 million

• $200 million

• $150 million

• $100 million

Who contributed $25 million to INET's core funding?

• George Soros

• Rob Johnson

• Bill Janeway

• Anatole Koletsky

What is Bill Janeway's profession?

• Politician

• Venture Capitalist

• Economist

• Professor

According to Bill Janeway, what is the nature of the capital he invested in INET?

• Grant

• Equity

• Debt

• Loan

What event in 2008 led to the founding of INET?

• The Oil Crisis

• The Euro Crisis

• The Global Financial Crisis

• The Dot-com Bubble

What does George Soros hope to achieve with his contribution to INET?

• Stability and financial security for INET

• Immediate financial returns

• A new economic theory

• A political campaign

What challenge does George Soros mention regarding INET's future?

• Lack of public interest

• Political opposition

• Fundraising challenges

• Technological limitations

What is the main focus of the closing remarks?

• Expressing gratitude and confidence

• Discussing economic theories

• Announcing a new project

• Introducing a new speaker

Who played an extraordinary role in helping the funding come together, according to the closing remarks?

• George Soros

• Bill Janeway

• Anatole Koletsky

• Rob Johnson