Publications

Albudaiwi, D., Boqamaz, B., Alhumaidi, Y., Alfhadel, M., and Gadelrab, H. F. (2026). COVID- 19 and Twitter Dynamics in GCC Countries: A Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis. Journal of the Social Sciences, 54(2), 335-356. https://journals.ku.edu.kw/jss/index.php/jss/article/view/3131.

Working papers

"The Rotating Bureaucrats Effect: Game-Theoretic Approach to Fight Corruption with Minimal Regulation"

Abstract: In certain markets where entry requires licensing, corruption, in the form of bribes, can be employed as a means by incumbents to deter potential entrants. Consequently, an analysis of firms' behaviors in such contexts can provide valuable insights to shape the design of these markets and mitigate the influence of corruption. This research aims to explore how the presence of bribery opportunities shapes firms’ behaviors, with the primary objective of enhancing market structure and diminishing the influence of corruption. Using a first-price sealed bid auction analogy, I analyze markets with an existing incumbent and one/or multiple potential entrants. My finding suggests that the Subgame Perfect Nash Equilibrium (SPNE) of such games is highly sensitive to the number of potential entrants and the characteristics of the bureaucrat(s). Additionally, having at least three potential entrants, before reviewing entry applications, and maintaining bureaucrats' independence, can ensure that the incumbent won’t be able to deter any of the potential entrants from entry.

"The Social Benefit of Anonymity"

Abstract: In preparation.