Blogs.
Wondering what we are up to next or what's on our minds? Check out our latest blogs. This is where you can gain a peek into the world of RED BEAR and find our latest thinking along with practical tips on negotiation and collaboration.
30 Jun, 2025
The second round of negotiations for the Free Trade Agreement between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Japan commenced this week in Tokyo, offering a compelling real-world...
The past week delivered a masterclass in negotiation dynamics across industries—from union halls to professional sports to international trade corridors. As negotiation experts,...
The recent NJ Transit engineers' strike that brought rail service to a halt for three days offers a compelling case study in how understanding underlying motivations—what RED BEAR...
The WNBA Players Association's current collective bargaining negotiations offer a masterclass in organizational power—specifically, how groups can leverage unity and timing to...
The ongoing labor dispute between DHL and its unionized workers offers a compelling case study in how artificial intelligence is fundamentally changing the landscape of modern...
23 Jun, 2025
When cyber criminals encrypt your business-critical data and demand millions in ransom, you might feel powerless. But even in the most extreme negotiation scenarios, understanding...
From AI-powered negotiations to international trade breakthroughs, the most successful outcomes are coming from strategic positioning rather than traditional power plays.
The World Trade Organization's efforts to reinvigorate services trade negotiations offer a masterclass in complex, multilateral negotiation dynamics. When Ambassador Adamu...
When AI Agents Negotiate: Why Human Principles Matter More Than Ever How Stanford research on AI-to-AI negotiations reveals the enduring importance of RED BEAR's foundational...
Vietnam and the United States have concluded their third round of trade negotiations in Washington D.C., marking significant progress in talks aimed at avoiding a crippling 46%...
When Arsenal stepped away from negotiations for Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres, many fans saw it as a missed opportunity to land one of Europe's most promising forwards. But from...
13 Jun, 2025
It's been a fascinating week for negotiation watchers. From marathon diplomatic sessions in London to local government disputes that turned "toxic," the past five days delivered a...
12 Jun, 2025
Right of first negotiation agreements have become a staple of biopharma licensing deals—a seemingly elegant way for Big Pharma to secure optionality on promising assets while...
When Pittsburgh Steelers superstar T.J. Watt skipped mandatory minicamp this week, most fans saw a disgruntled player flexing his muscles. But negotiation experts see something...
In the high-stakes world of professional sports, negotiations often come down to more than just dollars and performance stats. Two ongoing situations—Chelsea FC's pursuit of...
The recent Finnair pilot union agreement proves a critical point that most negotiators miss: extended timelines aren't negotiation failures—they're strategic opportunities.
6 Jun, 2025
From NBA trade deadlocks to international diplomacy, this week's headlines offered a masterclass in negotiation dynamics. Whether you're managing supplier relationships, closing...
When Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) issued a firm denial on June 4, 2025, regarding reports of stalled negotiations with General Electric over the local production of GE414...
Recent groundbreaking research from the University of Cambridge has uncovered a startling truth: your personality traits could be undermining your effectiveness in business...
New research involving 524 participants reveals how negotiators consistently sacrifice long-term welfare for short-term gains—even when future consequences are severe. A...
When Al Hilal successfully navigated complex negotiations to secure a Manchester United star, they demonstrated negotiation mastery that extends far beyond the football pitch....