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On Oct. 1, 2015, the payment card industry introduced new liability rules designed to make EMV (Europay, MasterCard and Visa) credit cards the preferred standard for in-store retail shopping. The reason behind this decision was simple: chip-enabled EMV cards are very difficult to clone, making them incredibly effective at preventing credit card fraud within brick-and-mortar stores.
In fact, they are so effective that the industry now penalizes those whose continued use of legacy cards and terminals results in in-store fraud.
However, these EMV security features become irrelevant when shopping online, by mail-order or by phone. Card-not-present (CNP) transactions rely on the same information that traditional credit cards use, including:
- Account holder names
- Billing addresses
- Credit card numbers
- Expiration dates
- Card verification values (CVVs)
As EMV credit cards become more widespread throughout the brick-and-mortar world, how has this affected CNP fraud?
Card-Not-Present Fraud in an EMV World
Because in-store retail fraud has become much more difficult, thieves continue to explore less secure ways of abusing sensitive financial data. Note that CNP fraud hasn't become intrinsically easier. However, purchases made via Internet, phone and mail represent lower-hanging fruit when compared to in-store transactions.
In other words, card-not-present fraud has become relatively easier.
Even before the EMV deadline went into effect, CNP fraud represented nearly 50 percent of total credit card fraud in the U.S. Though shortly after the deadline passed, online credit card fraud started to skyrocket, with experts predicting a 100 percent increase in CNP fraud through 2018.
Focusing just on e-commerce transactions, the $10.7 billion in fraudulent losses witnessed in 2015 is expected to reach $25.6 billion by 2020. When you factor in mail orders and phone-based transactions, the numbers are higher still.
And this phenomenon isn't limited to the U.S.:
- From 2008 to 2013, Canada saw a 54 percent decrease in in-store EMV fraud, accompanied by a 133 percent spike in card-not-present fraud.
- The EU saw a 300 percent rise in CNP-related fraudulent activity.
Not all of these increases can be directly attributed to EMV adoption, however. Online shopping continues to rise, with e-commerce sales expected to be $178 billion higher in 2017 than they were just four years prior.
More online sales will invariably lead to more online fraud. Yet with the right tools, it’s possible to dramatically reduce card abuse within your e-commerce store.
How BluePay Can Help Reduce CNP Fraud Within Your Business
Preventing card-not-present fraud completely may not ever be possible. Online shopping grants thieves unprecedented anonymity, speed and convenience.
However, there are commonsense steps you can take to dramatically reduce your exposure.
At BluePay, we offer a suite of fraud-prevention tools designed to make your payment environment as uninviting as possible to would-be thieves. Remember that criminals go after less secure channels. Thus, the more safeguards you have in place, the less attractive you become as a target.
Some of our most popular security solutions include:
- Credit card tokenization, which instantly substitutes your customers' financial data with one-time tokens that only the payment processor can decode.
- Point-to-point encryption (P2PE), which encrypts payment data the moment the card is swiped, while in transit over the network, all the way through to authorization.
- Fraud management filters — these controls allow you to automatically set parameters for the volume, frequency, transaction amount and location of all credit card payments made within your business.
To learn more about our advanced suite of CNP fraud solutions, contact BluePay's payment security team today for a free consultation.


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Have you been to the new Blick location in the "up-and-coming" Mid-Market district? Well, here's your chance. Blick is having their annual Blick Madness event on Thursday, featuring 20-percent off all non-sale items, along with fun demos and a chance to win Prismacolor products on the Blick prize wheel.
Also, be sure to enter their Grumbacher spooky art contest (sounds fun), and Thursday is your last chance to enter to win a Scion.
According to their flyer, there also might be food and music on Thursday. Call or visit the store for more details.

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Vince Shares Plummet After Management Announces 'substantial Doubt' That It Can Continue As a Going Concern
Vince Holding Corp. shares plummeted 41% after the company said Friday that there's "substantial doubt" the luxury clothing brand can continue as a going concern, due to its inability to comply with the leverage ratio under its term loan facility. The company is taking steps to remediate "material weaknesses" in internal controls of its financial reporting, it said. Vince reported fourth-quarter net loss of $162.1 million, or $3.28 per share, compared with income of $1.8 million, or 5 cents per share, last year. The FactSet consensus was for a 4-cent loss. Sales for the quarter totaled $63.9 million, down from $81.8 million last year and below the $74.5 million FactSet consensus. Same-store sales including e-commerce were down 20.5% for the quarter due to traffic declines, fewer transactions, and lower average order value. Chief Executive Brendan Hoffman also said the company was hurt by delayed Spring product and off-price shipments. The company has suspended 2017 sales and EPS guidance, he said. Vince shares are down 79.4% for the past year while the S&P 500 index is up 15.1% for the period.
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Dingwuddles.com is a new video clip directory and the founders of Dingwuddles are coming to Cambridge on 22 March to launch the new video CV and job vacancy sections of the directory.
The focus is on local jobs for local businesses. Through the use of video CVs and videos of job vacancies, local business owners can easily and quickly find motivated job seekers with the right personality and skills for the job.
Business Promotion on Dingwuddles
Local businesses can help revitalise their high streets by using video promotion and recruitment to give their businesses a strong, differentiating, personality. “Employing enthusiastic and motivated staff is fundamental for local businesses who want to survive the recession” says Dingwuddles founder Georgette Smith, “It’s essential for businesses to be creative and innovative in how they present themselves to their customers.”
Recruitment on Dingwuddles
The launch of video CVs and vacancies on the Dingwuddes directory follows the recent success in Essex for video promotion of local businesses, items for sale and events, activities or attractions. These sections have quickly become popular. Georgette Smith says “ we found customers just get Dingwuddles, they want to be on it, they want their customers to see what makes them better than their local competition!”
So what is Dingwuddles.com going to be up to in Cambridge? Well there is a whole raft of activities involving local people businesses, business associations, student groups, event organisers, markets and the colleges.
The launch of Dingwuddles.com in Cambridge will give local people and businesses the opportunity to have their CV or a job vacancy filmed for free. If you would like to have a free CV filmed or your business is looking for local staff. Call 07949 221 967 and book your free filming slot!


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Apple has blasted a court order to provide the FBI with a de facto backdoor into its operating system and vowed to appeal the decision. How this case is decided will have a significant impact on privacy in the digital age.
A prominent researcher says that since more than 50% of the world’s population are city dwellers — a number that’s projected to reach 70% by 2050 — demand for smart city services will be increased by the Internet of Things (IoT).
Researchers used an artificial intelligence algorithm to unlock the mysteries of worm regeneration. Their study could pave the way to a cure for aging, and increase the rate of discoveries made by artificial intelligence.


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HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. – Microban International and Poly are pleased to announce the launch of the new Poly Rove DECT™ IP phone solution, the first and only phones to feature built-in Microban® antimicrobial product protection. This newly developed product family is designed to stay cleaner for longer, giving you the confidence you need to collaborate in high-touch work settings.
The Poly Rove family – including Poly Rove 30 and Poly Rove 40 phones – features Microban’s antimicrobial technology to fight the growth of product damaging bacteria without affecting the phones’ appearance, functions or durability, for a 99 percent cleaner phone surface. The antimicrobial technology is integrated during manufacturing, which inhibits the growth of bacteria for the lifespan of the device, so you can communicate with total peace of mind.
“Microban is incredibly proud to partner with Poly to bring to market phones and conferencing devices that feature our patented antimicrobial protection,” said Michael Ruby, vice president of business development at Microban. “With Microban’s ‘always on’ technology now incorporated into the Poly Rove family, we’re delivering product protection that empowers Poly customers all around the world.”
“Our partnership with Microban is a prime example of our commitment to prioritizing the confidence of our customers and employees in every workplace, including our own,” said John Lamarque, vice president and general manager of the voice collaboration and professional headset business unit at Poly. “By combining the product protection by Microban with Poly’s expertise in wireless DECT security and audio, people can feel confident while using our devices as they get back to work in warehouses, retail centers and hospitals around the world.”


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Go ahead and push your LSD beer in Minnesota. But cross into Wisconsin or North Dakota and you will have the feds making sure you follow the letter of the law.
That's the lesson learned by operators of the Minneapolis-based Indeed Brewing taproom, which wanted to market its Lavender, Sunflower Honey and Dates brew with the visual emphasis on the L, S and D.
Everything was fine selling the honey ale with the flashback-inspired acronym solely within Minnesota, said Indeed co-founder and co-owner Thomas Whisenand. But once Indeed revealed its intention to sell and market the ale across state lines in Wisconsin and North Dakota, a thin sliver of the federal government was leery of the Timothy Leary allusion.
Any out-of-state marketing by Indeed — on the cans, posters or other promotional material — could not highlight the letters L, S and D. Whisenand said that's what a bureaucrat with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau told him.
"We're not trying to promote drugs or anything like that," said Whisenand, the psychedelic artwork on the cans notwithstanding. "It's a funky beer with a funky name. We're just trying to have fun."
Fun or not, it was a bad trip back to the drawing board for the LSD cans and even the kegs' labeling in pursuit of a COLA, as in certificate of label approval.
The ale's rollout in 16-ounce cans and kegs to Wisconsin and North Dakota is imminent, so "we're up against a bit of a deadline," Whisenand said.
The approved cans still have the initials L, S and D lined up north to south, but "they are not bolded or anything like that," Whisenand said.


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Adobe has released scheduled security updates for its Reader, Acrobat, Flash Player and ColdFusion products on Tuesday in order to fix many critical vulnerabilities, including one that is already actively exploited by attackers.
The Android threat landscape is growing in both size and complexity with cybercriminals adopting new distribution methods and building Android-focused malware services, according to a report from Finnish security vendor F-Secure.
China's reputation for security may have been marred by recent U.S. accusations of state-sponsored hacking but the nation is still a safe place as a tech subcontractor for foreign businesses, according to one of China's largest IT outsourcing vendors...
Intel is introducing new ideas to secure the public cloud, offering a service in which online files can be accessed after users are verified by an authentication scheme including face and voice recognition.
Hackers are finding it pays to call ahead before sending malware-laden email.
Mobile security vendor Lookout plans to start flagging as adware mobile apps that use aggressive ad networks if they don't obtain explicit consent from users before engaging in behavior that potentially invades privacy.
Kim Dotcom has ordered the removal from his Mega file-storage service design plans for a controversial one-bullet plastic gun.
Colleges and universities are being encouraged to scrutinize their systems to keep them from being hijacked in DDoS (distributed denial-of-service) attacks.
A vast debit card fraud scheme that allegedly netted $US45 million has been linked to the hacking of credit card processors in the US and India.
Hackers who commandeered The Onion's Twitter account used simple but effective phishing attacks to obtain passwords, according to a writeup by the publisher's technology team.
New legislation introduced by a group of U.S. lawmakers would require mobile application developers to obtain consent from consumers before collecting their personal data and to secure the data they collect.
Adobe has warned users of its ColdFusion application server platform of a critical vulnerability that could give unauthorized users access to sensitive files stored on their servers.
Domain registrar Name.com forced its customers to reset their account passwords on Wednesday following a security breach on the company's servers that might have resulted in customer information being compromised.
Microsoft has released a temporary fix for a zero-day vulnerability in Internet Explorer 8, which was used by hackers in a prominent attack against the U.S. Department of Labor's website.
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A trend is starting to emerge: Advanced technologies are being made available first as cloud services that organizations can invoke easily via an API, rather than having to figure out how to deploy and master themselves. The latest example of that trend is a cloud service from AlchemyAPI that takes advantage of machine learning and computer vision technologies to allow publishers and providers of ad networks to more easily monetize content.
ConnectYard, a leading social engagement solutions provider, has just announced the launch of a brand new RESTful Web API which makes it possible for developers to create third-party applications as well as integrate ConnectYard functionality into other existing platforms.


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To attract customers, Tiki and Lazada not only use “quick promotions” and constant discounts, but they launch their own “tricks”.
Occupying the entire 3rd floor at a Grade A office building in District 10 (HCMC), Tiki’s headquarters was full. Although having just moved an office since the beginning of this year, Mr. Tran Ngoc Thai Son – Founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors Tiki said that it might be necessary to rent another floor.
However, the office block is only a small part of the expansion of infrastructure, especially the capacity of the domestic startup’s fulfillment centers.
“In the past, every time I opened the newspaper, I saw a discussion about how money was invested in Tiki, why so much losses, so here, our capital to invest in infrastructure, operating systems, warehouses. “Mr. Son explained that the company has more than 30,000 meters2 warehouse and expect 6-8 months to have 100,000 m2, after a handshake with Unidepot.
In Vietnam’s e-commerce market, Tiki is the one who started the battle of delivery speed, with “Tiki Now”. With the expansion of warehouse capacity platform, the speed still seems to be “ace” to entice shoppers of this page.
“Part of our long-term strategy is faster and more”Mr. Son confirmed. Currently, Tiki has more than 100,000 products delivered in 2 hours and is expanding the service to 3 hours, day to day delivery to increase the number of products from several hundred thousand to millions of products.
Tiki 2 hours in turn entails services such as “Shopee receive 4 hours”, “Sendo 3 hours delivery” or even Lotte.vn launched “Fast delivery” in 1 hour, 3 hours and 24 hours. “Today I placed a book in Shopee’s 4-hour delivery list at 9:40 am but 10:40 pm received the goods, earlier than expected.”Ms. Han Le received the goods in District 1.
However, Tiki’s list of fast-delivery products is still the largest in e-commerce sites, because of the characteristics of the “Managed Marketplace” model, which means all goods must go to Tiki’s warehouse before being delivered. space. That is also the reason why the company needs to pour more money into the warehouse.
Meanwhile, in some other floors, the “marketplace” model usually allows sellers to actively deliver goods, so it is difficult to guarantee time. The products that are included in the fast delivery list are mostly just groceries or books. That is why they find other ways to entice customers.
For example, Lazada, a foreign veteran on the market, recently “transformed” towards “showbizization”. By the end of June 2019, Lazada changed its brand identity to a heart shape. Regional leader Lazada said this was part of a strategy to implement shoppertainment.
“We are capturing the” pulse “of the region by observing the behavior, approaches and how consumers use our shopping platform. At the same time, pioneering e-commerce in redefine the experience of both buyers and sellers through new features and creative tools “, Said Mary Zhou, Marketing Director of Lazada Group.
Since last year, Lazada has caught the eye very quickly when the trend of sales through “livestream” headlining appeared on Facebook. This e-commerce platform also rushed to hire artists, celebrities, influencers on social networks to organize “livestream” to evaluate products, sell, play games with viewers … Up to now, this site is still working hard to organize such events.
At the end of March 2019, the concept of “shoppertainment” was pushed to the climax with a birthday party featuring superstar Dua Lipa, performing in Indonesia. Lazada Vietnam hired a group of young artists to come live to stream, attracting viewers’ attention. That event attracted 12 million views across Southeast Asia. Lazada’s regional sales for 24 hours on March 27 increased 15 times compared to the average sales.
In addition to increasing entertainment, To solve the problem of consumer confidence, which is easily shaken by poor quality shops on the floor, Lazada Vietnam also launched the JBP (Joint Business Plan) strategy to distribute genuine goods of big brands.
That is the reason that only from May 2019 until now, this floor has continuously announced strategic cooperation with a number of brands such as Realme, Lock & Lock, Bosch or FrieslandCampina Vietnam … to open the main stores. Estée Lauder label or Sulwhasoo …
In a recent comment on Tech In Asia on how to attract users in Southeast Asia, Mr. Nguyen Quang Thuat – Director of Sen Do Order Processing Center pointed out three core elements: understanding Mobile is the “king”, understands the complexity of logistics and offers flexible payment options. In today’s e-commerce game, the action must be “big game”.
“Play big to seize the opportunity. There is no more” wait and see “type, experiment type or small bets. It is important to think bigger about the digital ecosystem to seize the opportunity and not is left behind “he said.
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Stephen Allen, a tattoo artist and owner of Crybabies Tattoo in Shreveport, La., alleged in a Dec. 31 complaint that EA infringed a copyright by using an image of Williams on the cover of “NFL Street,” a game first released in 2004. The game cover,...


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Instagram has a new rival! The Vero app, an ad-free social network, lets users share photos and provide links in the descriptions, but also allows them to recommend books, films and TV shows to their followers.
This network is growing more popular globally, and many celebrities have already started using it.
The app was launched in 2015 by Ayman Hariri, a Lebanese billionaire heir and businessman, the second-youngest son of tycoon Rafic Hariri, former Prime Minister of Lebanon. In his interview for CNBC, Hariri said that he launched the app frustrated with the number of ads popping up on Facebook and Twitter.
Vero attempts to be Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Spotify in one place. Posts can take the form of an image, a text or a link, and are sorted chronologically, a great advantage over Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Vero differentiates between friends and followers and provides three options: close friends, friends and acquaintances. As soon as you accept a request from another profile, you can assign one of the three titles to it. When uploading an image, you can pick which group can see it.
Vero is free at the moment, but will start being charged for soon. Those with subscriptions will not be shown ads. If you are one of the first million users, you will be able to use the app for free forever, and if not, the subscription is only a few dollars a year.


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Many local SMEs have seen exports surge after teaming up with global e-commerce platforms.
The Vietnam Agarwood Center, one of the leading local agarwood manufacturers and suppliers, has sent its products and materials to over 40 countries and territories around the world since seeking out e-commerce platforms a few years ago.
Alibaba.com has become its major export channel, receiving some 100 inquiries a month, 60-70 per cent of which become orders. “Vietnamese small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have strong manufacturing capabilities, while e-commerce is actually lowering barriers for the country’s more than half a million entrepreneurs to take part in global trade,” said Mr. Zhang Kuo, General Manager of Alibaba.com.
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Joining business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce platforms has helped many local exporters directly approach customers and seize opportunities in the global market while saving on traditional trade promotions.
“Online exporting has become the fastest way for businesses to procure orders quickly as e-commerce in the country has boomed in recent years,” said Mr. Pham Tan Dat, CEO of Miczone, the operator of cross-border trading platform Fado.vn.
“In the past, many businesses traditionally encountered cumbersome procedures and huge outlays of 15-30 per cent when seeking foreign partners or implementing trade promotion programs.”
M.i.i.n, an artificial eyelash manufacturer, also inspired other businesses with how its owner, Ms. Tran Bao Ngoc, saved her business from the brink within two weeks of working with Alibaba.com and is now receiving consistent large monthly orders from markets like the US and Russia.
Similarly, Mr. Vu Trung Son, Director of the Vietnam Agarwood Center, said 90 per cent of its customer portfolio now comes from Alibaba.com.
After officially setting up base in the country a few months ago, Amazon Global Selling Vietnam (AGSV), Alibaba.com’s largest competitor, has also been enabling local SMEs to expand their business to international markets.
The two giants have both committed to supporting SMEs by providing effective sales solutions on e-commerce platforms, like how to develop brands, find potential customers, and manage their online stores.
Vietnam has inherent advantages in manufacturing, especially in the fields of textiles, leather, shoes, and consumer products. “Together with local partners, AGSV will help businesses identify and seize opportunities to export domestic products, diversify global product lists, and contribute to the growth of Vietnam’s economy,” said Mr. Tran Xuan Thuy, AGSV Director.
“We have seen many succeed after launching or extending their business on Amazon, and the AGSV team will help them reach a wider marketplace, explore export opportunities, and receive educational support regarding professional cross-border e-commerce and operational skill sets.”
Among the many success stories of local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that transformed their businesses via e-commerce are Paper Color, Mary Craft, and Babu Handmade. Selling globally helps all reach out to a huge number of customers around the world, while saving on sales and marketing costs.
“We learned how to operate the business professionally based on customer feedback,” said Ms. Le Thi Thien Ngan, Founder and CEO of greeting card supplier Paper Color.
“We now export to more than 30 countries and territories and are continuing to grow our own branding. If the number of your customers purchasing via Amazon is growing you will also have more opportunities to sell your products to millions of other customers.”
Mary Craft’s sales, meanwhile, have grown by more than 150 per cent each year since it started selling on Amazon in 2015.
“Amazon helps me reach a wider global market,” said Founder and CEO Ms. Mary Nguyen. “In particular, Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) helps me meet orders from Amazon and other sales channels. FBA assists us in shipping products to customers within one or two days, which is great for business.”
Cross-border trade is growing strongly and together with traditional exports plays an important role in Vietnam’s international trade, according to data from the Ministry of Industry and Trade. Exports increased 2.51 times, from $96.91 billion in 2011 to $243.48 billion in 2018.
The Vietnam E-commerce Association (Vecom) has also noted that 32 per cent of all local SMEs have established business relationships with foreign partners through e-commerce channels.
Mr. Dat from Fado.vn said cross-border trade is still to catch up with the pace of the larger e-commerce sector in Vietnam, which grew at an astounding 35 per cent, but he believes it will see high growth in the time to come.
Underpinning this, authorities have been working on a legal framework for e-commerce and cross-border trade, and information and technology infrastructure and cross-border platforms in Vietnam measure up quite favorably against regional countries.
Moreover, Vietnam currently ranks fourth among the Top 10 countries globally with the largest number of suppliers on Alibaba.com, according to Mr. Tran Dinh Toan, Deputy CEO of OSB Holding, a local partner of Alibaba.com.
He also said exporting via e-commerce platforms brings economic efficiency and is suitable to the potential Vietnam’s SMEs possess. Looking to the future, Mr. Kuo from Alibaba.com told VET that it targets to work with 10,000 enterprises in Vietnam within the next five years.
“We have seen great potential in Vietnam as there are a large number of SMEs and they are boosting exports and moving into e-commerce,” said Mr. Thuy from AGSV.
“We also see some individuals looking to earn a second income from an online business. Feedback on Vietnamese products from global customers has been positive because of their high quality and reasonable prices.”
In view of the huge growth potential of Vietnamese vendors, AGSV expects momentum will continue into the future. “Vietnamese enterprises are well known for their manufacturing capabilities and Vietnam has a lot of young talent and strong online communities,” he went on.
“These are essential drivers helping manufacturers market and sell their products successfully on Amazon. We have seen many interesting stories in Vietnam over the last few years.”
Along with Vietnam’s strengths are also weaknesses, especially at SMEs, such as a lack of human resources support and technology, especially e-commerce and exporting tools, according to AGSV. Many also lack knowledge about cross border e-commerce and this is a focus for the Amazon company.
It plans to strengthen existing cooperative efforts with local partners such as the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (Vietrade), Vecom, local online communities, and service providers.
“At the same time, we will explore and establish new partnerships with more local partners to provide a comprehensive ecosystem, from finance, payment, logistics, and account management to brand registry, to make it easier for local vendor partners to grow their business globally with Amazon,” Mr. Thuy said.
Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Dung, Vice Chairman of Vecom, said local enterprises still have limitations in information and knowledge about e-commerce, especially cross-border trade, leading to difficulties and inefficiencies in online exports.
Online is yet to be common because businesses don’t have the skills to confidently sell their products via such channels. The Association has worked with many providers and consulting companies to support businesses in accessing websites to export products.
There are also certain barriers in global trade that are challenges, such as fraud and trade disputes, according to Ms. Toan from OSB.
Transactions are conducted without face-to-face meetings, so if a business is not familiar with the online environment or equipped with the necessary skills and international trade experience, there are certain implicit risks it must tackle.
He recommended the government complete the legal framework for e-commerce and introduce a comprehensive system of regulatory documents, focusing on promoting the application of e-commerce in key export industries in order to enhance market access and further expand scale, as well as building and developing an e-commerce payment system.
There should also be more practical support for Vietnamese exporters to join cross-border e-commerce trading platforms, which would improve their competitiveness internationally. VN Economic Times
The application of new technologies - artificial intelligence, big data, cloud computing and Internet of Things - is taking place across the globe.
The year-end online shopping frenzy has kicked off with giant local and foreign players like Lazada, Tiki, Sendo, and Shopee rolling out promotions since the middle of last month.


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Major Japanese snack-maker Calbee Inc. said Thursday that it will extend the “best before” date for its potato chip products by two months.
The company also said it will change the best-before labels for such products to display the year and month, instead of the current labeling that shows the year, month and date.
The changes were made possible because Calbee has improved the quality of the products by reviewing its manufacturing processes, ingredients and packaging materials, the firm said.
The company hopes that the changes will help address food loss, or food that can be eaten but is thrown away, which is becoming a social issue.
Calbee will extend the “best before” date for some 100 types of bagged potato chip products from the current four months to six months, starting with those manufactured Oct. 1.
For potato chips in tubes, the company will prolong the “best before” date from the current 12 months to 13 months, starting with those made Saturday.
Moves to reduce food waste and streamline inventory control are spreading in the nation’s food industry.
Ajinomoto Co. has introduced “best before” date labels that display only the year and month for its seasonings and powdered soups.
Calbee plans to extend “best before” dates and introduce labels that display the year and month for its other products in the future.
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Hewlett Packard (HP) beefed up its storage strategy on Wednesday with a $350m acquisition and a raft of new products. The company will acquire enterprise storage vendor, StorageApps, in an all-stock transaction.
StorageApps specialises in storage virtualisation technology, which HP will build into its Federated Storage Area Management strategy. A technology still under develpoment, storage virtualisation allows customers to manage multiple mixed vendor storage devices as if they were a single homogeneous device.
"StorageApps' speciality is virtualisation, which is one of the key drivers for storage growth and which should help HP's nascent storage offerings," said Deutsche Banc Alex Brown analyst George Elling.
HP also announced that from next year it will begin shipping a variety of storage products using the iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface) standard for linking data storage systems over IP.
In competition with Fibre Channel and SCSI, the iSCSI standard has won wide industry backing and should create more options for HP to offer its customers.
iSCSI allows storage devices to connect to existing IP networks, making more information available to more parts of the network. It also makes it easier for administrators to manage their storage area network systems remotely.
Enterprise Storage Group analyst Arun Taneja said it was important for HP to let its customers know that it was in step with iSCSI storage products being developed by the likes of IBM, EMC and Compaq.
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Indian Model Bhumika Arora is Breaking the Model MoldA very typical debate in the fashion industry is the obvious racial divide on the catwalk, but normally it is a black and white debate. A lot of races are being left out of the debate, however, and aren’t being represented on the runways either. In particular, there is a lack of models of South Asian descent. One woman is becoming the face of the revolution of racial justice in the fashion world, and that is Indian model Bhumika Arora.
Photo courtesy of Bhumika Arora via Instagram.
Arora was born in Karnal, India and has been an international model since 2013. Most recently the 27-year-old model made the rounds during fashion month this year and has walked for some of the biggest names in the industry, like Stella McCartney and Bamain.
When asked about the lack of diversity in the industry, Arora said to Style, “I honestly don’t know the exact reason—it could be a number of factors, but I hope that I can work hard and become part of a movement that keeps fashion as international as possible.”


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This was the second breach for the site in less than two years.
In reality, it's a wide variety of small business entrepreneurs and large legacy businesses, with a ton of independent contractors constantly flowing through the global network.
It's not bigger than Yahoo's abysmal security apocalypse, during which we just found out 500 million accounts were compromised in 2014.
Yet FFN's epic catastrophe far exceeds the likes of e Bay (145M), Anthem (80M), Sony (77M), JP Morgan Chase (76M), Target (70M) and Home Depot (56M).
The compromised information included sexual preferences and personal details, whether they are gay or straight, and whether they are seeking extramarital affairs, along with email addresses, usernames, dates of birth, postcodes and the unique internet addresses of users' computers.
In that instance, Tek Security had discovered the files on a darknet forum, and noted that AFF hadn't reported the breach.


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When you think of the stock market, you probably think of industrial companies – manufacturers of cars, chemicals, machinery, etc. However, there are many sub-segments within the industry. Some stocks are more sensitive to economic conditions than others.
The term “cyclical” refers to stocks that tend to move in the same direction as the economy. For example, when the economy is doing well, and demand for goods and services increases temporarily, investors will begin bidding up shares of companies they perceive as likely to benefit from this upturn in demand. These are known as “consumer cyclical” stocks.
These are stocks related to consumers and their spending habits. Examples are companies that produce goods such as clothing or food that people tend to buy more when their incomes rise but not necessarily things like appliances or electronics that may be considered necessities.
In the last two decades, investors have witnessed the growth of many companies and new industries. However, these different investment opportunities come with a tradeoff between risk and return. A company that is considered riskier will have a higher potential for growth and a higher probability of failure. This article takes a closer look at some specific types of stocks you might want to consider when building your portfolio:
Canada Goose Holdings Inc.
On Friday morning, Canada Goose (NYSE: GOOS) issued an update regarding its profitability forecast for the fiscal year 2023. The company’s earnings forecast for the quarter ranged from $1.25 to $1.49 per share, which was much higher than the average prediction of $1.21 per share. The company provided revenue guidance in the range of $1.02 billion to $1.10 billion, which is in stark contrast to the revenue projection of $1.00 billion derived from the public consensus. The Canada Goose company has increased its earnings projection for the second quarter of 2023 from $0.02 per share to $0.11 per share. Working economists and analysts on Wall Street Speak Out The migration patterns of Canadian geese, commonly referred to as GOOS, have been the subject of significant research throughout the years.
Robert W. Baird raised their price target for Canada Goose in a research note published on Friday, May 20. The paper was made public. The previous price goal was $39.00, and the current one is $42.00. Wells Fargo & Company claimed in research published on Friday, May 20, that they now predict the price of Canada Goose to be closer to C$38.00 rather than C$45.00. The company revealed this information. TD Securities increased their price objective for Canada Goose from 49.00 Canadian dollars to 54.00 Canadian dollars in a research report published on Friday, May 20. In a research report issued on Thursday, July 21, Goldman Sachs Group dropped its price objective for Canada Goose from $26.00 to $20.00 and gave the company a neutral rating in a research report.
The report’s subject matter was the corporation. Last but not least, in a research note published on Friday, May 20, Cowen lowered their price objective for Canada Goose from $37.00 to $30.00 and downgraded the company’s rating from outperform to market perform. There have been six analysts who have recommended buying the stock, three analysts who have recommended keeping it in one’s portfolio, and one analyst who has rated it as a sell. According to Bloomberg, the firm is projected to attain an average recommendation of Moderate Buy and a consensus target price of $34.40. Additionally, the company has been given a price target of $34.40. The efficiency and reasonableness of the prices of Canada Goose items On Friday, NYSE shares started trading for $19.51 each. The lowest price for Canada Goose the last year was $16.65, while the highest price for Canada Goose the last year was $53.64.
The firm has a beta of 1.57, a market value of $2.05 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 30.02, and a PEG ratio of 0.45, so it is an attractive investment opportunity. In addition, the price-to-book ratio of the company is 0.45. The company’s moving average over the past 50 days is $19.24, and the moving average over the past 200 days is $22.02 in value. Canada Goose Is Often Mentioned When Discussing Investments in Institutions A Canadian goose has just touched down on the ground. Several hedge funds have recently changed the proportion of GOOS holdings in their portfolios by increasing or decreasing the amount of the asset.
During the second quarter, Walleye Capital LLC acquired a new stake in Canada Goose by purchasing 234,000 dollars’ worth of shares in the company. Acadian Asset Management LLC made a new investment in Canada Goose during the first three months of 2018, contributing about $286,000 to the company’s overall value. JPMorgan Chase & Co. boosted the proportion of Canada Goose stock owned by 928.9% during the second quarter. JPMorgan Chase & Co. is the current owner of 37,369 shares in the company. The current market value of these shares is $673,000. This is the consequence of the corporation’s purchasing an additional 33,737 shares during the most recent quarter to expand its holdings. The value of State Street Corporation’s holdings in Canada Goose climbed by 8.1% during the first three months of 2018. State Street Corp now owns 34,360 shares, valued at $905,000, after purchasing an additional 2,574 shares during the most recent fiscal quarter.
These shares were acquired in the firm’s most recent fiscal quarter. Last but not least, during the first three months of this year, USS Investment Management Ltd. acquired a new holding in Canada Goose for a price close to USD 949,000. To the tune of 42.99% of the outstanding shares, hedge funds and many other institutional investors are the owners. Canada Goose Holdings Inc. creates, manufactures, and distributes high-quality clothing for men, women, and children of all ages in Canada, the United States of America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, as well as Latin America. There are three different parts to the company: wholesale, sales to individual customers (called “direct-to-consumer”), and “other.”
Shoe Carnival, Inc.
The earnings report for Shoe Carnival, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCVL) was released to the public on Thursday. It was revealed that the company’s earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter came in at $1.04, which is $0.02 more than the average expectation of $1.02 provided by Fidelity Earnings. Shoe Carnival also had a return on equity of 32.77% and a net margin of 10.50%. The company had earnings of $1.54 per share during the same period the year before compared to the current year. Evaluation of the Operational Performance of Stocks During the Shoe Carnival, The stock price has decreased by 15% as a direct result of the data that Shoe Carnival reported for the first quarter of the year.
When trading started on Friday, a single share of SCVL stock was valued at $25.09 per share. The stock’s 50-day and 200-day moving averages are presently located at $23.17, while $27.59 is the current value for the 200-day moving average. The business’s market capitalization currently stands at $692.23 million, while its price-to-earnings ratio is 5.17 and its beta is 1.41. The amount awarded as the Shoe Carnival Dividend has been decided. In addition, the business recently announced and paid a quarterly dividend on July 25. This transaction took place. On July 11, each shareholder of record received a dividend payment of $0.09 per share, which was distributed.
This payment was made available. This past Friday, July 8, was the day the dividend was payable to shareholders. This leads to a dividend payout of $0.36 each year, giving the stock a dividend yield of 1.43%. This particular game at the Shoe Carnival has a payout percentage of 7.42%. The Shoe Carnival is discussed from the perspectives of Hedge Funds. If the shoe fits, it is a good idea to invest in Shoe Carnival for its dividend growth. Recent changes in the interests of significant shareholders in the corporation have led ExodusPoint Capital Management LP to make a new investment in Shoe Carnival during the second quarter by purchasing existing shares of the company for a total cost of about $868,000. Shoe Carnival received additional investment from Walleye Capital LLC during the second quarter.
The total sum of this transaction was close to 768 thousand dollars. In the second quarter, Jane Street Group LLC successfully increased the percentage of ownership it holds in Shoe Carnival by 281.4%. Jane Street Group LLC now directly owns 55,481 shares in the firm, which have a value of $1,199,000 due to the purchase of an additional 40,933 shares in the company during the most recent fiscal quarter. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans increased its holdings of Shoe Carnival shares by 18.2 percent during the second quarter. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans now has 16,804 shares of the company, which are currently valued at $363,000 following the purchase of an additional 2,588 shares during the most recent quarter. Last but not least, during the second quarter, Prudential Financial Inc. boosted the amount of Shoe Carnival stock owned by 8.2%.
This certainly should not be considered the least important item. Prudential Financial Inc. now directly owns 24,349 shares worth $542,000 because it bought an extra 1,851 shares during the last fiscal quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds currently hold a combined ownership stake of 64.18% of the company’s total shares. Wall Street economists have a bullish outlook on the economy’s long-term prospects. Several analysts have offered their opinions on the shares of SCVL.com (SCVL), which can be found here. The recommendation that Bloomberg had previously given for the shares of Shoe Carnival was modified from “hold” to “buy” in a report published on August 19. Monness Crespi & Hardt lowered their price objective on Shoe Carnival stock to $40.00 and assigned the company a “sector weight” rating in a report made public on Thursday, May 19.
You may get more information about the company by looking here. The Extravaganza of Footwear Shoe Carnival is a total pain in the neck operating at full capacity. A family in the United States owns and operates several retail establishments under the moniker Shoe Carnival, Inc. and its affiliated companies. This company sells a wide range of shoes for men, women, and children, as well as sandals, boots, and many different accessories. These footwear choices include formal, casual, appropriate for work, and athletic. On January 29, 2022, it operated 372 Shoe Carnival stores across 35 states and Puerto Rico and 21 Shoe Station outlets spread throughout the Southeast.
Burlington Stores, Inc.
The announcement of earnings for the prior quarter was made public by Burlington Stores (NYSE: BURL) on Thursday. The company reportedly announced profits per share (EPS) of $0.35 for the quarter, which is $0.12 more than the consensus projection of $0.23. The information was obtained from Briefing.com. The return on equity for Burlington Stores was 60.41 percent, while the net margin for the company was 2.80 percent. The revenue that Burlington Stores brought in during their most recent quarter was 10.3% lower than the previous year.
The firm reported a profit of $1.94 per share for the same period the year before, compared to the current year. The earnings prognosis for Burlington Stores’ third quarter has been raised to between $0.36-0.66 per share, and the earnings forecast for the company’s fiscal year 23 has been lifted to between $3.70-4.30 per share. Both of these figures reflect an increase over the previous projections. The value of an individual share in Burlington Stores has decreased by 10.2%. Investors’ sentiment regarding Burlington Stores, Inc. is moving in the direction of positivity now. When trading started on Friday, one share of Burlington Stores was valued at $147.01 per share. The moving averages for the stock’s price for the past 50 days and the last 200 days are currently at $151.98 and $179.71, respectively.
At the moment, the total value of the company, as measured by its market capitalization, is $9.71 billion. It has a price-to-earnings ratio of 39.31, a price-to-growth ratio of 12.66, and a beta value of 0.84. All of these metrics indicate that the stock is overvalued. The debt-to-equity ratio comes out to 2.06, the current ratio comes out to 1.26, and the quick ratio comes out to 0.53. All of these ratios are determined. Adjustments Made following analyst-predicted price ranges Recently, BURL has been in communication with a variety of brokerages and has received feedback from them. Barclays lowered their price objective for Burlington Stores in a research note that was released this past Friday. The initial price target of $176.00 has been replaced with a new one of $164.00, which is a lower number. Burlington Stores produced a research report on Burlington Stores on May 31, with a “buy” rating and a price target reduction from $292.00 to $220.00.
The report was on Burlington Stores. A “buy” recommendation was made on the report as a whole. In a research report published on Friday, Robert W. Baird increased their price objective on Burlington Stores from two hundred dollars to two hundred and five dollars in a research report. Burlington Stores was reclassified as an “overweight” firm by Wells Fargo & Company in a research report that was published on Thursday, July 7. In the analysis, the price objective for Burlington Stores was reduced from $210.00 to $200.00. Last but not least, in a research note that was released on Monday, Telsey Advisory Group announced that the price objective that they had previously set for Burlington Stores had been decreased from $250 to $218 while the firm continued to maintain an “outperform” rating for the company. This was done while the firm maintained a “outperform” rating for the company.
One equity research professional has said that investors should sell the stock, four have advised that investors should keep their present position, and fifteen have stated that investors should buy the asset. According to Bloomberg, the current average rating for Burlington Stores is a “Moderate Buy,” and the price objective for the firm is $210.95. This information was obtained from the company’s stock rating. The amounts of money that are brought in and taken out of institutions. The time has come to go shopping for stocks in Burlington since it is currently the right moment to do so. Recent months have seen several hedge funds and institutional investors adjust the proportion of their company’s stock. During the second quarter, LPL Financial LLC successfully raised the percentage of Burlington Stores stock that is owned by 13.3%.
Following the purchase of an additional 371 shares during the time in question, LPL Financial LLC now holds a total of 3,170 shares. The company’s shares currently have a market value of $432,000. (based on the trading done today). Echo Street Capital Management LLC increased its total ownership stake in Burlington Stores to 84.0 percent during the year’s first three months. After purchasing an additional 1,018 shares during the relevant period, Echo Street Capital Management LLC now has a total of 2,230 shares of the company’s stock, which is worth a combined total of $406,000. During the relevant period, these shares were acquired. During the first three months of the year, Burlington Stores increased by 22.5% in the investment portfolio managed by Captrust Financial Advisors.
During the quarter, Captrust Financial Advisors increased the number of shares they owned in the company by purchasing an additional 358, bringing their total number of shares owned in the enterprise to 1,949. The total value of these shares comes to $355,000. The National Pension Service raised its stake in Burlington Stores by 14.6% during the second quarter of the fiscal year. The National Pension Service now has a total of 2,383 shares of the company’s stock, valued at a combined total of $325,000 after purchasing an additional 303 shares during the quarter. This brings the total number of shares owned by the National Pension Service to 2,383. Last but not least, Mirabella Financial Services LLP spent about 313 thousand dollars during the first quarter to purchase a new investment in Burlington Stores.
This was the company’s most recent acquisition. The information regarding Burlington Stores can be found in the following. In the field of retail in the United States, Burlington Stores, Inc. is a well-known and respected brand name. In addition to offering accessories, toys presents, and outerwear, the company offers products for babies, homes, beauty, and ready-to-wear clothing for women, men, and young people in all sizes.


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Gear4DJs Seeks New Team Members After Successful 2015
After another successful year that saw its Black Friday sales skyrocket, Gear4DJs is continuing to expand its team as it moves into the New Year. Despite having recently filled new roles in sales and marketing, the company is currently on the lookout for a new warehouse assistant to help meet the demand for orders.
Following a positive 2015 – which saw its Black Friday sales up on last year by 240% – Gear4DJs has been busy shipping orders out across the country. But despite having recently expanded its workforce with new roles in sales, warehouse and marketing, the company’s Brighton-based team was still swept of its feet!
This year has also seen Gear4DJs pushing its online presence with new website updates and media campaigns, with team member Rachel – who has worked on projects for brands including Topshop and House of Fraser – having undertaken the role of marketing intern.
Christmas is fast approaching and the team at Gear4DJs is working hard to deliver quality products to all of its customers on a daily basis. In order for the company to continue to thrive and be successful, it wants to recruit new assistants to work as part of the warehouse team.
Want to be part of the Gear4DJs team? More information on the latest warehouse assistant vacancies role can be found on the Gear4DJs website.


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After months of rumors, Xiaomi 12 Lite has been officially released. Xiaomi Azerbaijan’s Instagram account announced that it has accepted pre-orders for the device, but curiously there is no mention of the device on the Xiaomi Azerbaijan website.
Xiaomi Azerbaijan’s Instagram account says that from now until July 8, users can pre-order Xiaomi 12 Lite through Xiaomi’s official website in the country, but there is no pre-order link on the website at the moment.
The Xiaomi 12 Lite will feature a 6.55-inch, 120Hz refresh rate OLED panel with HDR10+ support. In terms of cameras, the device will feature a 108MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera, a 2MP macro camera, and a 32MP front-facing camera.
Under the hood, the Xiaomi 12 Lite will come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G processor that will likely be paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. On the software front, the Xiaomi 12 Lite will boot up Android 12-based MIUI 13 out of the box. Lastly, the Xiaomi 12 Lite will come with a 4,300mAh battery that supports 67W fast charging via a USB Type-C charging port.
The Xiaomi 12 Lite is expected to be priced between Rs 24,000 and Rs 30,000 in India. The device is most likely to launch in the global market in July and could enter the Indian market sometime in the third quarter of 2022.


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ST. CATHARINES, Ont. — Ontario Premier Doug Ford says the province is providing extra money in a bid to hold automaker Stellantis from pulling out of creating an electric-vehicle battery plant in Windsor, Ont.
Stellantis and LG Power Answer introduced utmost occasion that they had been construction the $5-billion plant, however have in fresh days cancelled development and warned they had been enforcing contingency plans since the federal govt hasn’t lived as much as an promise.
The CEOs of the 2 corporations wrote utmost pace to Top Minister Justin Trudeau, announcing Ottawa had showed in writing 5 instances that it could fit manufacturing incentives underneath america’ Inflation Aid Operate, however has no longer delivered on the ones constancy.
However the federal govt has been pressuring Ontario to tone in as smartly, announcing the province additionally has to pay its “fair share.”
Ford has stated he’s upset with how the government has treated the problem for the reason that province didn’t form the ones manufacturing subsidy constancy, however stated he’s operating with officers in Ottawa.
“I will confirm we’re putting more money on the table,” he stated then an unrelated announcement in St. Catharines, Ont.
“This is all about saving jobs and giving people the quality of life they deserve in southwestern Ontario.”
The premier wouldn’t say how a lot, to bring to give protection to the ones jobs.
Building at a portion of the NextStar Power plant – a three way partnership between the automaker and LG Power Answer (LGES) – used to be halted Might 15 then the corporations accused the government of no longer residing as much as guarantees to check incentives contained within the U.S. Inflation Aid Operate. The automaker additionally warned that it used to be making contingency plans – an indication that it used to be prepared to exit the mission around the border.
The plant, anticipated to make use of 2,500 society and slated to start manufacturing nearest occasion, would be able to generating 45 gigawatt-hours of lithium ion cells and modules every year to feed Stellantis vegetation in Canada and the U.S.
Building at the module portion of the plant used to be cancelled, however paintings endured somewhere else on web page.
The automaker has been accusing Ottawa of reneging on a up to now made agreement, alleging the government had “not delivered on what was agreed.”
Stellantis’ frustration with the life of federal govt negotiations perceived to warmth up then Canada signed a trade in April 21 of this occasion with Volkswagen for a battery gigafactory in St. Thomas, Ont. The government has dedicated to serve as much as C$13.2 billion ($9.8 billion USD) in production tax credit to VW thru 2032, past Europe’s greatest carmaker is making an investment as much as C$7 billion to develop the plant.
The incentives just about fit the ones within the Inflation Aid Operate, which contains an incentive of US $35 consistent with kWh of mobile manufacturing and a US $10 consistent with kWh incentive for battery module manufacturing.
Cells and modules are two distant portions, each to be assembled on the Windsor web page.
Volkswagen will obtain disagree federal aid for battery modules made in St. Thomas., in keeping with Hans Parmar, a spokesperson for Innovation, Science and Financial Construction Canada.
In the meantime, the province post C$500 million for each offer, Ford up to now stated, and is making sure roads and effort for the vegetation.
Flavio Volpe, head of the Canadian Automobile Portions Producers’ Affiliation praised the premier.
“Doug Ford stepping up in a crisis is on brand. And I wouldn’t expect the premier to make a statement if he wasn’t certain we solved this,” Volpe stated. “We’re again on course. With a bit of luck we will pick out up the momentum we began with this trade in.
“All we’ve signaled to other investors is that details matter. We don’t have a standing tax credit, so you’re going to have to negotiate terms, and get it right the first time.”
The inside track happy Unifor Native 444 President Dave Cassidy, who represents hourly staff on the Stellantis Windsor Meeting Plant, the place minivans are these days made however will quickly be swapped out for unused electrified product.
“Like my father always told me, stick and stay and it’s bound pay. I expected this. I knew he’d [Ford] come through. He’s been very clear about it,” Cassidy informed Automobile Information Canada. Cassidy stated he has been in usual touch with the premier.
“This is a great day, that we’ve just solidified this.”
Stellantis declined remark at the subject Friday.
With recordsdata from Automobile Information Canada and the Canadian Press.


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Two class-action lawsuits were filed against Apple this past week; one representing tens of thousands of high-tech workers, another representing owners of 27-inch iMacs with allegedly faulty screens. In the first case, other defendants in the lawsuit have already cashed out, while in the second, an angry music teacher prepares to go the distance. Will either case bring enough to court to make Apple have to open the checkbook?
Some people really have a hard time dealing with change. It seems whenever a popular software platform releases a new version, the interwebs are flooded with people whining about how much better everything was before (we’re looking at you, people on Facebook). Usually, when the next update comes around, these are the same people complaining about the changes again, and the irony there speaks for itself. With the recent release of iOS 7, the biggest change to iOS since its inception, Apple certainly opened itself up to those who love to complain about anything new or different, and the criticisms had to be expected. But was Cupertino prepared for one hater to lawyer up?
When Tim Cook led the big Apple Event last month announcing the new iPhone 5c and iPhone 5s, a lot of comparisons to his predecessor were made. Almost universally, it was declared once again that Tim Cook lacks whatever magic Steve Jobs had on stage. However, perhaps Tim Cook will do a better job of not breaking future patents with his lack of stagecraft; sometimes the ability to project a powerful "reality distortion field" has unintended consequences.
When the jury gathers in November to determine the new amount that Samsung owes Apple for copying the iPhone and iPad, Samsung would like it very much if no one was allowed to tell the jury about how it copied the iPhone and iPad. Also, Apple has decided to break down and take care of Breaking Bad viewers who didn't know they had to pay twice for the final season. Another week of adventures for the Cupertino legal team!
It is no secret that Apple heavily controls which apps are approved for download or sale in the iOS App Store. To some, Cupertino controls so much that it is a point of criticism, claiming Apple maintains a walled-in garden that prevents innovation. Many others, however, enjoy the high quality apps that are safe and work flawlessly with their devices. The issue becomes much more fuzzy, however, when Apple approves an app that violates someone's intellectual property or rights; if damages were incurred, who should pay? Invariably, Apple, along with their golden checkbook, is called onto the legal pitch, which is just what happened a few days ago in Thailand. Will Apple escape with just a yellow card, or will they settle this dispute with a penalty check?
America is addicted to AMC's Breaking Bad, a series that launched in 2008 and has seen its viewership double in the last year alone. Now in the middle of its last season, the series is one of the most hyped, watched, and talked-about cable television shows in the United States. However, something about the way AMC has cooked up this last season is causing some bad blood, and one consumer decided the best thing to do is to lawyer up and sue Apple.
Apple's cash hoard is well publicized. It is the stuff of legends — so much so, you'd almost expect there to be a dragon sitting on top of it, guarding it from would-be burglars. We don't live in a world where you can feast, sing some songs, and then set off with a band of dwarves in search of long forgotten gold; we just clog up the courts with frivolous lawsuits instead. And sometimes, that dragon guarding Cupertino's gold, more commonly known as the legal department, is more than enough to put an end to the journey of those seeking what they falsely believe is their share of the treasure. Let's take a look at the end of two such non-epic quests for Apple's gold.
Samsung, hoping to spring back from last summer's colossal courtroom defeat at the hands of Apple, stretched its latest legal strategy too thin and had it bounced by the judge. Also, many news organizations were hoping that the trial would force Apple and Samsung to let them peek behind the curtain at the finances of each company; they would have gotten away with it, too, if it wasn't for a meddling judge who stepped in at the last minute. Let's catch up on the courtroom drama with this week's Law & Apple.
Last month, we found out that two former Apple retail store employees were suing the mothership, alleging that Apple insists employees wait around, off the clock, to have their bags checked, before they can leave. When Apple did not respond right away, there was some hope that perhaps Cupertino would just settle out of court and change its store policies. Well, Apple did finally respond, and it's taking a totally different approach. Read on.
The so-called Patent War has been raging for years, since Steve Jobs described Google's Android operating system as "grand theft" and notoriously declared his willingness to "go thermonuclear war" to "destroy Android, because it's a stolen product." Those are fightin' words, make no mistake. Instead of calling out Google directly, however, Apple targeted the handset manufacturers. There have been dozens of lawsuits filed, and even more appeals, and following the headlines can get rather confusing. Some have even gone so far as to say no one is winning yet, but they are flat-out wrong. Without question, Apple has been simply dominating these Patent Wars, and here is why.


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DENVER — The Fouth of July is a time for patriotism, but also a time for scammers to take advantage.
Companies cash in on the Fourth of July holiday with great sales happening all week, but when you’re shopping online, beware of fake retail sites with deals that just seem too good to be true.
Experts say stick with familiar websites or well-known stores.
Use a credit card — it’s safer than a debit card — and never provide a checking account number to an unknown site.
Be aware of patriotic phishing emails that pop up in inboxes.
Some appear in the form of a e-card, but actually contain files that can secretly install spyware on computers to obtain sensitive information.
Consumer protection experts say to protect yourself, never open any e-card unless you know who it’s coming from. Delete cards requesting money.
Krista Ferndelli of the Better Business Bureau consistently warns “just take that extra second to consider if it makes sense.”
Be wary of any ticket vendor asking you to pay for concert or event tickets with a bank transfer. That’s a red flag that you’re dealing with a scam artist.
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Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. officially kicked off the 4th Annual “Savor the Bronx” Restaurant Week today at The Bronx Beer Hall in the Arthur Avenue Retail Market.
“Savor the Bronx” Restaurant Week, produced by the Bronx Tourism Council and co-hosted by the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation (BOEDC), showcases the borough’s best eateries by offering special values and discounts.
“We have so many great flavors in our borough, and I hope everyone—visitors and locals alike—will take advantage of this promotion and try something new. Our borough has an amazing food culture, and ‘Savor the Bronx’ is a great way to explore our epicurean delights,” said Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr.
“Savor The Bronx Restaurant Week is our way of featuring some the borough’s best eateries. We invite visitors to sample a few and enjoy the diverse flavors we have here,” said Olga Luz Tirado, executive director of the Bronx Tourism Council.
This 12-day event, which runs from November 3rd to November 14th, is the perfect opportunity to explore your taste buds and Bronx. From Italian cuisine in Little Italy to seafood on City Island, from sushi in Mott Haven to burgers in Kingsbridge and everywhere in between, “Savor the Bronx” offers everyone a chance to enjoy the diverse flavors our borough has to offer.
During the press conference The Bronx Beer Hall highlighted its new menu while also providing samples from two borough breweries: Gun Hill Brewery’s Void of Light Stout, which recently won a gold medal at the 2014 Great American Beer Festival; and Jonas Bronck’s Beer Company’s New York Chocolate Egg Cream Stout, which includes the iconic Fox’s U-Bet chocolate syrup among its ingredients.
In addition, Chef King Phojanakong of Small Axe Peppers was on hand to provide samples of The Bronx Hot Sauce, a new product that is made using peppers grown in community gardens across the borough.
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The leak was obtained by PriceKart and it reveals that the Samsung Galaxy M30 will follow a similar design language as we have seen in Galaxy M20 and Galaxy M10. And now, the official-looking renders of the Galaxy M30 have been leaked online, which does confirm some of the leaked features and specifications of the M30.
In fact, the technical specifications (almost) complete of the Galaxy M30 have been leaked, from a rather reliable source, which collaborates with the famous portal slashleaks.
The leaked schematic layout of the Galaxy M30 clearly specifies that the phone will carry Infinity-V display design at the front.
Google Pixel 4 may get this iPhone feature
You can not use Dual SIM, Dual Standby to be on two calls at the same time, or have two text messages going on simultaneously. Ideally, phones would have Dual SIM Dual Active (DSDA) capabilities but those require two wireless radios instead of one.
On the rear side, we can also find a fingerprint sensor and the device will be measuring 159 mm x 75.1 mm. Furthermore, the upcoming device is said to be featuring a 6.38-inch display which will sport a 2220 x 1080 pixels resolutions and under the hood, there will be an Exynos 7904 chipset.
Moving on to the imaging department, like the Galaxy M20, the Galaxy M30 is also likely to get a triple camera setup consisting of a 13-megapixel primary camera and a 5-megapixel secondary camera mated to a third 5-megapixel sensor that is used for depth sensing information. On the back, it has a dual triple camera setup with a 13MP main camera and 5MP ultra-wide angle sensor with a rear fingerprint scanner. The 2.5D curved glass features an infinity-V notch for the 16 MP front-facing camera.
Ports include a USB Type-C port, Bluetooth, 4G with VoLTE and much more, with no headphone jack. The device will be fueled by a 5000 mAh battery with support for fast charging via the type-C port. The handset is expected to run Android 8.1.
A journalist from the BBC said negotiations between Thailand and Bahrain led to the agreement to drop the extradition request. Hakeem Al-Araibi, who is a Bahraini citizen, fled to Australia in 2014 and was granted political asylum.
The north Londoners are five points off the top of the table as they try to catch pace-setters Liverpool and Manchester City . With Leicester 1-0 down, James Maddison earned the visitors a penalty at Wembley after he was fouled by Jan Vertonghen .
Villa took off the silver dress to reveal a new one underneath - a brick-print gown with the words, "Build The Wall", on the back. Along with photos showing the dress from both sides, Villa tweeted , "I don't care what anyone thinks".
In this setup, the 2020 Legacy hits 60 miles per hour from a standstill in 6.1 seconds and returns 24 mpg city and 32 mpg highway. Estimated fuel economy for the engines is 9.8 city and 7.4 highway L/100 km; and 8.7 city and 6.7 highway L/100 km, respectively.
Norman Powell also had 14 points, while Kawhi Leonard (11) and Pascal Siakam (10) also scored in double figures. He has been linked with a move to the New York Knicks , the LA Clippers as well as the Los Angeles Lakers.
Because, going into every game thinking they can win it has not been the most conspicuous of aims since Sir Alex Ferguson retired. We lost at home to Middlesbrough at home in the treble-winning season over the Christmas period. "They wasted time.
The superstar accused Grammy producer Ken Ehrlich of lying about discussions with Grande about performing at Sunday's ceremony. Ehrlich told The Associated Press on Thursday that Grande had told producers that she didn't have adequate time to prepare.
But last week's official estimates were disputed both by march organisers and an independent estimate carried out for news media. Today, there have been more clashes between riot police and protestors on the street, with tear gas and grenades deployed.
Well, they hadn't seen Smith as a blue Genie until a Sunday night Grammys commercial... and the internet is going bonkers. Disney released a new trailer for their upcoming live-action adaptation of Aladdin at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards .
Michelle Obama gets raucous applause at 2019 Grammy Awards
Though the music was getting increasingly loud, she spoke about how anyone can achieve their dreams and she's achieved hers. Alicia Keys had some powerful women by her side during the opening monologue of the 61st annual Grammy Awards on Sunday.
Senator Amy Klobuchar joins crowded presidential race
But she did bemoan the conduct of "foreign policy by tweet " and said Americans must "stop the fear-mongering and stop the hate". She said the country's "sense of community is fracturing" today, "worn down by the petty and vicious nature of our politics".
Turkey building collapse death toll rises to 17
Thirty residents were inside the building, which contained 14 apartments, when it collapsed Wednesday, Anadolu said. Dozens of rescuers were working at the site with a crane lifting huge blocks of concrete to clear the rubble.
Coca-Cola launching brand new flavor
While Coke has experimented with many different Diet Coke flavors, the original Coke hasn't seen a new addition in over a decade. They considered a few options, including raspberry, lemon, and ginger, which performs well for the company in Asia.


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The German company SoundCloud has existed for about nine years. All this time, the project team has been actively engaged in expanding the functionality of its service and attracting new users. Actually, SoundCloud representatives managed almost all of their plans. The service began to use not only ordinary people, but also the largest organizations like NASA. But unfortunately, despite its popularity, SoundCloud could not achieve financial success. Now the service is generally close to closing due to the chronic shortage of specie.
In order to avoid the threat of termination of work, the company’s management decided to cut 40% of staff, as well as close offices in London and San Francisco. But this may not help, since SoundCloud runs out of money. This problem has been discussed repeatedly by various media, including The Financial Times
. And although representatives of the service claim that everything is not as bad as it seems from the outside, everything does not look too good. But SoundCloud is not just some kind of service, there are 135 million audio records stored on the company's servers, including the most valuable materials.
SoundCloud user base has tens of millions of people. Monthly resource is visited by 175 million people. Having heard about the problems of the service, some users decided to form a “team of rescuers” who will be engaged in saving files. All records from the SoundCloud servers volunteers call the "digital heritage" of humanity. Of course, not all files correspond to this beautiful term, but losing such a huge base would be ridiculous.
Unfortunately, volunteers are not able to save all 135 million sound recordings. And not because they are lazy or they consider some audio recordings to be less valuable. And because the storage of such a volume of data will be very expensive. We need dozens, if not hundreds of servers, and we need money for their operation, and considerable ones. Volunteers do not have this money, so they are going to save only files that got to the service earlier than others (and which, most likely, are not found anywhere else), as well as files that are most popular.
The initiators of the project to rescue the database of sound recordings of the service claim that SoundCloud servers store more than 1 petabyte of data. At the same time, according to AWS, the volume of all records related to SoundCloud is much higher.
Anyway, if you take 1 petabyte of data as a starting point, then you will need from $ 1.5 to $ 2 million to store them. In any case, the money will have to be spent, but still the total amount will be much less if you take the plan of the “rescuers” as a basis.
Now the project team is studying the database of sound recording service. Representatives of the project say that in most cases they have to deal with gigabytes of data (volunteers back up data from other sites), but in this case they got a real “whale”, which will be hard to cope with.
In order to find the money for the storage of files that will be decided to save, the project team launched a crowdfunding campaign
. The collected money will be spent not only on the preservation of records, but also on the fact that anyone could listen to them. At the service now you can listen to any file, and volunteers-archivers plan to achieve the same.
The service management has already managed to declare that the company will not shut down, but plans to continue
actively: "Last week we had to make several difficult decisions, but we did this in order to leave SoundCloud an independent, strong company." The fact that the service will work now and in the near future, his representatives have repeatedly told on different resources. The only thing they forgot to mention is how exactly the company plans to survive.
In principle, to continue the work, management can even go on to sell the service. But its price has dropped significantly over the past few years. For example, in 2014, the cost of SoundCloud was estimated at $ 700 million. Now the order of numbers is completely different. Previously, the desire to redeem SoundCloud showed Twitter, Spotify and several other companies, but none of these possible transactions were closed. In the latter case, the Spotify service refused to buy because its management did not consider it a good idea to spend big money before going
to the IPO.
Well, it only remains to wait and hope that the optimism of the SoundCloud management is justified, and the service will indeed continue to work.


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We want and need them. But we also mistrust and fear them.
So what to do about the Chinese?
In the uneasy aftermath of the tentative United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, the question has new urgency.
Continuing U.S. protectionist threats demonstrate that Canada needs to make new friends in the world of trade and to break its unhealthy dependence on a single customer.
Engaging in trade talks with China – the world’s No. 2 economy and main engine of growth in Asia – is the obvious way to do that.
And this week Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Canada is ready to shift its attention to China now that it has secured a renewal of its mostly tariff-free access to the U.S. market. But he also cautioned about the pitfalls.
“We have to be very thoughtful about the way we do that, and not for external reasons, but for our own internal reasons and values,” he told The Globe and Mail in an interview this week. “We know there are real challenges involved in trade with China. And being alert to those ... is completely logical.”
The risks are significant. It is not always clear that China is our friend. There are concerns about national security, the behaviour of Chinese state-owned enterprises, China’s skirting of trade rules, and the interplay of human rights and the rule of law in China.
And there is the USMCA, which may be an impediment to getting a free-trade deal with China. The agreement gives the United States and Mexico, or any two signatories, the ability to boot out a member country on six months’ notice if they don’t like the details of any trade deal negotiated with “a non-market country,” such as China.
One option is to coax China to join the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a free trade area that covers Canada, Mexico and nine other Pacific Rim countries. Beijing is reportedly showing renewed interest in this regional pact amid deteriorating trade relations with the United States, which quit the TPP last year.
There are other possibilities short of full free-trade talks with Beijing. A new report by the Ottawa-based Public Policy Forum urges the federal government to pursue more limited “sectoral agreements,” starting with agriculture, food and natural resources, according to the report, Diversification Not Dependence. Doing so “offers a model for diversifying more rapidly, getting wins on the board, building capacity and avoiding the risk of attempting to leap before we can walk,” says the report, which incorporates input from more than 80 Canadian business leaders, academics and public policy experts.
But easing regulatory burdens on selling soybeans or lumber in China is a long way from free trade. As the report points out, World Trade Organization rules bar countries from offering tariff breaks to other countries unless they are part of a broad agreement covering “substantially all trade.”
Canada need to be ambitious if it is serious about diversifying away from the United States – the destination of nearly three-quarters of this country’s merchandise exports.
U.S. President Donald’s Trump’s assault on the global trading order offers a rare opportunity to make inroads in China, where Canada has been losing market share for more than two decades. The U.S.-China tariff war gives Canada leverage it didn’t have a year ago. We offer China an alternative source for many essential resources and agricultural it now buys from the United States.
Strategically, both countries are more motivated than ever to reduce their reliance on the United States. And Beijing may not be as picky about the details as it was last year when efforts to launch formal free trade talks stalled over Canadian demands that the pact include labour, environmental and gender rules.
Perhaps the best reason to pursue a deal with China is to test what the USMCA’s “non-market country” clause is really about.
Canadian officials insist that nothing in the agreement limits what Ottawa can do, including pursuing free trade with China. They insist the clause is there mainly for domestic U.S. consumption and to encourage the three North American partners to share information about their trade dealings.
If that’s so, Canada should seize the moment, assert its sovereignty and explore just how far China is willing to go to open its markets.
We’ll soon find out what Beijing really wants from us, and whether it’s worth the bargain.


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Colds and flus are very common, but the real costs on businesses and the overall economy is extraordinary. This infographic is designed to show anyone that they need to foster healthier practices in the workplace. As well as to raise awareness about the financial impacts of colds and flus.
Promoting a healthy work environment is essential in the workplace for everyone. I want to share these statistics to enlighten Americans and everyone in the world so that they can have a better understanding of how important it is to stay healthy not only in terms of staying physically healthy, but in terms of financial health. I thought our readers would enjoy these facts and share the infographic with their families, friends, coworkers and employers.
The economic impact of colds and flus is at or above that of many chronic conditions, such as high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, asthma, osteoporosis and migraine. While the total economic impact of colds (around $40 billion) adds up to $127 per person, per year, the cost of flus clocked in at just under $200 per worker in 2012-2013. Fortunately, these costs can be mitigated. The concept behind providing this information is to understand how colds and flus impact us economically and inspire a healthier lifestyle for all Americans. Read on below…
Original source of infographic: http://www.bdnutritional.com/news/124-the-economic-impact-of-colds-and-flus-is-or-above-many-chronic-conditions


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Veganism is making a strong impact on the food industry. It is becoming the preferred choice of vegans due to several health benefits. Besides health benefits, consuming vegan food also benefits the environment.
A piece of great news for plant-based fans is, the iconic Dodger Dog has introduced a new Vegan Dodger Dog smoked with maple hardwood chips.
It is a protein-pea-based hot dog and offers the same amount of protein per serving as other hot dogs.
The vegan dodger dog is prepared with plant-based ingredients by Field Roast, owned by Greenleaf Foods. It is an Illinois-based company that produces a variety of plant-based proteins under Field Roast and Lightlife brands. The President of Field Roast’s parent company Greenleaf Foods, Dan Curtin, said,
“The Dodger Dog is one of the most iconic hot dogs in America, so we’re excited to offer a plant-based version that’s just as crave-worthy.”
He further added,
“Field Road is proud to partner with the Dodger organization to bring the Signature Stadium Dog to Dodger Nation and we know that it will quickly amass its own league of loyal fans.”
Field Roast initiated a new-plant based hot dog at 19 Wienershcitzel trial locations. This hot dog chain is located across Texas, California, and New Mexico. The plant-based hot dog can be used in different options, including a pickle spear, ketchup, tomato, sport peppers, and signature barbeque sauce.
As more fans are demanding plant-based options, stadiums across the US have started to differentiate their concession options. Vegan Dodger Dog offers natural smoked flavor and nutritional servings.
Corey Norkin, Dodgers’ Vice President of Global Partnerships, said-
“Our fans are increasingly looking for high-quality and delicious plant-based options, and we are excited to add Field Roast’s products to our enhanced Dodger Stadium concession lineup.”
The company claims that the dodger dog is the first pea-protein-based hot dog in the country. It will be sold at grocery stores nationwide in the pack of six.
The traditional meaty Dodger Dog is still the top-selling entree at Chavez Ravine. But it became popular in recent weeks. However, this new dish is also becoming everyone’s favorite due to several reasons.
Veganism is growing in popularity, and people are declaring it as the best nutrition choice to control blood pressure and other health problems.
Vegetarian is not just a type of diet, but more of a lifestyle. It’s a healthier choice you make for the people, for the animals, and for a better planet


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London, [24th July, 2023] – The London Strategy Centre (LSC) is proud to announce a momentous strategic partnership with HashMove, aimed at revolutionising trade between the United Kingdom and the Arab World. This landmark collaboration will see LSC, provide expert guidance to implement HashMove’s cutting-edge electronic logistics platform at the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce. The implementation is set to enhance trade efficiency, foster stronger economic ties, and usher in a new era of seamless logistics management.
At a historic juncture, the partnership coincides with the enactment of the UK Electronic Trade Document Act, a product five years in the making, which has received Royal Assent, officially becoming an Act of Parliament (law). The Act marks a significant milestone in the UK’s mission to digitalize Trade Documents, paving the way for a fully digitalized trade document system (please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-economy-to-receive-1-billion-boost-through-innovative-trade-digitalisation-act for more details).
Mr. Abdeslam El-Idrissi, the Deputy Secretary General and CEO at the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce, expressed his enthusiasm for the strategic partnership, stating, “This collaboration between London Strategy Centre and HashMove represents a significant step forward in our commitment to promoting seamless trade between the UK and the Arab World. With the support of LSC’s strategic expertise and HashMove’s state-of-the-art digital logistics platform, we are confident in elevating trade operations, fostering business growth, and strengthening economic relations.”
Mr. Sarfraz Alam, Group CEO of HashMove, also shared his thoughts on the collaboration, stating, “We are thrilled to join forces with London Strategy Centre in our shared vision of advancing global trade through digital transformation. By integrating our platform at the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce, we aim to streamline logistics operations, provide real-time visibility, and enable businesses to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world. This partnership represents a significant leap towards fostering economic growth and sustainability.”
Dr. Imran Zawwar, CEO of London Strategy Centre, commented, “We are delighted to partner with HashMove in this transformative initiative. Our mission is to empower businesses with strategic insights and innovative solutions, and together with HashMove, we will drive the successful implementation of their electronic logistics platform at the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce. This strategic digitalisation will undoubtedly enhance trade facilitation and open up new avenues of collaboration.”
The strategic partnership between London Strategy Centre and HashMove signifies a remarkable milestone in leveraging technology to drive trade efficiency and collaboration. By digitising logistics operations, the partners aim to bolster UK-Arab World trade and position businesses for success in the evolving global trade landscape.
For media inquiries and further information, please contact:
HashMove is a leading B2B digital logistics platform that revolutionizes the way businesses manage their international & local trade and it’s logistics operations. By offering an integrated Multi Modal and user-friendly solution, HashMove simplifies logistics complexities, enabling seamless cross-border transactions and fostering collaboration across the supply chain.
For more information about HashMove [email protected]
About London Strategy Centre (LSC):
London Strategy Centre is a renowned strategic consultancy firm, empowering businesses with innovative solutions and insights. With a team of seasoned experts, LSC provides specialized guidance and support to organizations seeking to drive growth, efficiency, and transformation.


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Overall Hero February 2022 sales declined by almost 30 percent. Scooters are just not clicking for them. Exports were the only savior!
Hero Motocorp have revealed their sales numbers for February 2022. The only saving grace that can be said is the Export numbers registered by the company.
The company has registered Gross Sales of 3,58,254 units in the month of February 2022, down a significant 29.12% compared to 5,05,467 units they managed in February 2021.
Hero February 2022 Sales
Motorcycles – The motorcycle sales dropped by 27.01%, dropping from 4,63,723 units last year to 3,38,454 units in the month of February 2022.
Scooters – The scooters fared even worse. Their sales contracted by a massive 52.57%. Sales dropped from 41,744 units in February 2021 to a meager 19,800 units in February 2022.
The Domestic Sales, therefore, saw a decline of 31.58%, only registering 3,31,462 units in February 2022.
The Exports were up by 27.37%, registering 26,792 units in February 2022.
Motorcycles – Following the trend, the motorcycle sales dropped by 5.42%, down from 3,57,845 units sold in January 2022.
Scooters – The scooter sales dropped by 12.51% – declined from 22,631 units sold in January 2022.
The Domestic Sales followed suit, declining by 7.58% MoM.
The Exports showed a positive trend. They grew by a significant 22.81%, growing from 21,816 units registered in January 2022.
The Total Sales MoM, however, declined by 5.84%.
Continuing the trend, the YTD Domestic Sales decreased by 16.37% while the YTD Exports expanded by a fairly impressive 67.45%.
Hero MotoCorp are working up introduce their first electric 2-wheeler in the market which will, most probably, be a scooter this month.


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Sony steps up to the scrimmage line first with its "Game Before the Game" event Wednesday night. A to-be-announced player from the Oakland Raiders will face off against a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in "NFL GameDay 2003," Sony's pro football game for its PlayStation 2 console.
Wagering types may want to pay attention. The outcome of the Sony event has mirrored the actual Super Bowl each of the seven years Sony has done it, including last year, when New England Patriots receiver Troy Brown trounced St. Louis Rams receiver Isaac Bruce.
Electronic Arts won't try to predict the future but should serve up some laughs with its "Madden Bowl" on Thursday night. A platoon of NFL stars--including Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick and San Francisco 49ers receiver Terrell Owens--will go at one another in "Madden NFL," EA's market-leading pro-football title.
The NFL players will also have a chance to be humiliated by Justin Cohen of New Jersey, winner of the "Madden Challenge," EA's recent nationwide tourney to crown the top "Madden" player.
EA did try to predict the Super Bowl outcome early last September by simulating the 2002 season numerous times in "Madden NFL." The game correctly saw the Raiders part of the upcoming matchup, but it forecast a victory by the St. Louis Rams.
Football games have become one of the most lucrative and competitive segments of the video game industry, with numerous companies hoping to grab a chunk of the $178 million that EA raked in with the last version of "Madden."