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Research shows that 62% of Americans believe the federal government should set the standard for what labels must be included on products consumers buy. Legislation introduced by Reps. Adam Kinzinger (R., Ill.) and Kurt Schrader (D., Ore.), the Accurate Labels Act, would provide clear, accurate and meaningful nutrition information to consumers by preventing companies from issuing inaccurate labels that mislead consumers.
The Accurate Labels Act would amend the Fair Packaging & Labeling Act to ensure that consumers continue to benefit from the nutritional and allergy information on packaging today. Kinzinger and Schrader introduced this legislation in June 2018, along with a Senate companion bill, and have introduced the bill again because confusion has increased.
“Oftentimes, due to various state laws, items are incorrectly labeled with warnings about harms that do not exist. This inaccuracy creates confusion and fear for the consumers, desensitizes the public from heeding serious warnings on health risks and imposes unnecessary and costly regulatory burdens for producers,” Kinzinger said. “The Accurate Labels Act is a commonsense measure to guarantee clear and accurate product labels for consumers.”
The Coalition for Accurate Product Labels (CAPL) noted that, since 2017, there have been 62 proposals in 17 states that would require warning labels or ingredient listings that are based on questionable science and may cause unnecessary confusion and concern for consumers.
For example, New York City; San Francisco, Cal., and Baltimore, Md., proposed warning labels on all sweetened beverages, even though the Food & Drug Administration says sugar “can be a part of a healthy dietary pattern.” Also, several cities and states, such as Hawaii, have required or proposed warning labels on cell phones despite the weight of scientific evidence that cell phone use is safe. California requires warning labels on a variety of everyday products — even coffee was subjected to a warning label — often without regard to the best science or real-world exposure rates.
The Accurate Labels Act ensures that consumers have access to accurate and easy-to-understand product information by: establishing science-based criteria for all additional state and local labeling requirements; allowing state-mandated product information to be provided through smartphone-enabled “smart labels” and on websites where consumers can find up-to-date, relevant ingredients and warnings, and ensuring that covered product information is risk based.
CAPL reported that more than four in five (83%) Americans support using digital disclosure through smartphones or websites as a transparent way to access accurate, detailed information on the products they use.
“American consumers are demanding more information about the safety of the products that they purchase for their families,” Schrader said. “That’s why I’m proud to join my colleague, Rep. Kinzinger, in introducing bipartisan legislation to establish science-based criteria for labeling requirements to ensure that consumers are given accurate information about the products that they use every day. We want to make sure our constituents have confidence in the information they are receiving so they are able to make informed decisions about the products that they use.”
This legislation is supported by CAPL, which includes the American Chemistry Council, the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives and the National Products Assn., among many other trade organizations.
“Fewer than 18% of Americans believe states and cities should be able to impose whatever labeling regulations they want,” National Council of Farmer Cooperatives president Chuck Conner said, adding that the Accurate Labels Act "will help ensure that consumers are able to rely on labeling information, and it will put a stop to the labeling chaos and misinformation that creates confusion, drives up costs and creates unreasonable regulatory burdens for farmers, manufacturers and small businesses.”
More than half of Americans (56%) believe that if states or cities want to impose their own requirements on product labels, additional labeling mandates must be based on sound science and legitimate risk to people using the product. Meanwhile, 18% believe that states or cities should be able to impose whatever requirements they want, and 15% do not think states or localities should be able to impose new requirements at all.
Congress passed the Fair Packaging & Labeling Act in 1966 to help ensure that packages and their labels provide consumers with accurate information about the products they buy. The law requires labels on consumer products to include the name and place of the manufacturer, packer or distributor, the quantity of contents in weight, measure or numerical count and a statement that identifies the commodity (e.g., detergent, sponges). FDA and the Federal Trade Commission enforce the law.
“Americans deserve access to accurate information about the products they buy and use,” American Chemistry Council president and chief executive officer Chris Jahn said. “Unfortunately, an increasing number of states and localities are requiring misleading labels that imply risks where none exist. The [Accurate Labels Act] will provide consumers with transparent and science-based information about products by requiring states and localities to ‘show their work’ when it comes to the science behind their labeling mandates.”


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A new Motorola phone appeared on a performance testing platform, where the platform revealed that the company is preparing to launch the new Motorola Edge 30 Neo phone, which appeared with its specifications and performance test results.
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Geekbench confirms the Motorola Edge 30 Neo name, as the listing revealed that the phone managed to score 664 in single-core tests and 1,848 in multi-core tests.
According to the listing, the phone will run Android 12, in addition to that, it will come with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, but we can expect more options at launch.
Regarding the processor, the phone will be powered by a Qualcomm processor, as the list did not reveal exactly the processor, but reports indicate that it is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 processor or Snapdragon 750G, the chipset will have six cores clocked at 1.8 GHz and one at 2.21 GHz.
The leaks stated that the phone will have a 6.5-inch screen, in addition, it will have a 64-megapixel main camera with OIS support, in addition to a 4,020 mAh battery.
Previous leaks claimed that the Hat will come at a price of 400 euros, equivalent to 417 US dollars, and it is expected to be launched in the coming period.
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Intel today disclosed key technical details of its upcoming wireless broadband chip for WiMax products, which will enable long-distance, high-speed wireless Internet access for homes and businesses.
The upcoming wireless component, code named "Rosedale," is expected to be the first "system-on-a-chip" design for cost-effective customer premise equipment (CPE) that supports IEEE 802.16-2004 (previously known as IEEE 802.16REVd). CPEs are placed at a home or business to transmit and receive a wireless broadband signal providing Internet connectivity. IEEE 802.16-2004, also known as WiMax, is an emerging wireless standard that promises to provide broadband connectivity at DSL speeds across long distances.
Intel said it has begun sending sample Rosedale product to key customers.
"High-speed DSL and cable broadband access are only available to a fraction of computer users globally," said Scott Richardson, general manager of Intel's Broadband Wireless Group. "WiMax will make it possible to build cost-effective, high-speed wireless connections to homes and businesses be they in urban or rural environments. Intel has focused its WiMax development efforts on making it easier and more cost effective for the next generation of computer users to wirelessly access the high-speed Internet."
The new Rosedale chip was designed with a high level of integration, in an effort to streamline the design process and reduce the cost of customer premise gear, the company said. Rosedale will include the 802.16-2004 MAC and OFDM PHY, an integrated 10/100 MAC, inline security processing and a TDM controller interface which enables applications such as broadband Internet streaming data and voice. Integration of these features reduces the size of the electronics since there are fewer chips required, and speeds validation and testing of the device, allowing system designers to develop CPEs more quickly and easily. Lowering CPE costs makes it more affordable for business and residential users to adopt WiMax, driving broader adoption.
The Rosedale wireless broadband interface will support the newly ratified IEEE 802.16-2004 standard, which will make it easier for carriers and end-users to select equipment from different vendors. WiMax Forum, an industry group chartered to test and certify interoperability among WiMax products, is expected to hold initial interoperability testing and certification programs in 2005.


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Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood confirmed Monday that the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) labeling of nine tokens traded on Coinbase as unregistered securities prompted the firm to sell a portion of the shares it held in the cryptocurrency exchange.
On July 26, Ark Investment sold over 1.4 million shares in Coinbase worth $75 million. According to the fund’s website, Wood’s company still holds over $451 million worth of shares in the company.
Ark Investment has had a history of buying Coinbase stock since it debuted on the Nasdaq in April of 2021. By the end of June, it was the third-largest shareholder of Coinbase, holding 8.95 million shares, Bloomberg reported.
Wood said she made the move because the price of shares in Shopify had meanwhile fallen and seemed like a favorable alternative amid confusion over how Coinbase would deal with regulators.
Wood told the financial news service that she questioned how many tokens Coinbase would have to delist from its exchange if the company decided not to register them, and how the company’s business model could be impacted if it did.
She also clarified that charges the SEC levied against individuals for allegedly running an insider trading scheme did not influence Ark Investment’s decision to sell shares in Coinbase. One of the people charged in the case is a former Coinbase product manager who had prior knowledge of tokens that would be newly listed on the exchange.
Since the firm parted with some of its holdings in Coinbase, the exchange’s stock price has increased by 84% from $52.93 on July 26 to $97.67 as of this writing. The stock recently rallied on an announcement that Coinbase struck a deal with asset manager Blackrock, providing cryptocurrency trading technology to institutional investors on Blackrock’s Aladdin platform.
Even though Coinbase has notched strong gains in its stock price as of late, shares of the company are still down 61% from the beginning of this year, when they went for around $251 per share on Wall Street.


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2017 has been a whirlwind of a year for retailers to say the least, with most of the conversation surrounding how brands need to think digitally first. However, this morning in a panel discussion at eTail East, Drew Green, CEO of Indochino, a made-to-measure menswear company, ended the session with a telling statement.
“I think in the next five years, every online brand will be offline in way or another,” Green said.
In addition to Green, the panel included Kevin Lavelle, founder and CEO of Mizzen + Main; Cheryl Kaplan, president and co-founder of M.Gemi; and Emily Hofstetter, vice president, business development and communications at Bombas. All of the panelists shared their thoughts on the importance of connecting a data-driven digital strategy with offline events. The brands represented on the panel — Indochino, Mizzen + Main, M.Gemi, Bombas — may have started by successfully creating a strong online community, but offline tactics have helped them grow their customer bases.
Kaplan said that offline retail allows online brands to connect one-on-one with customers and capitalize on experiential retail, creating an experience the customer won’t forget. “I think it's very important to think creatively and flexibly,” she said.
Hofstetter followed by saying retailers need to have a specific goal in mind before using resources — i.e., time and money — to go offline.
“You need to understand your purpose for going offline," she explained. "Have a pop-up for a reason. Our pop-ups have helped us convey our brand’s story and to connect with the audience. We’ve approached offline as a way to have consumers engage with us.”
Lavelle reiterated the importance of a well-thought-out offline strategy, adding that there are many ways to approach an offline strategy as an online brand. “Most importantly, I think you have to know how to capitalize on a timeline and know your resources,” he said.
Lastly, Green offered up his top tip to the audience, saying, “I think the keyword for an online-only brand is ‘commitment.’ You really need to commit the company as a whole to an omnicommerce strategy.”


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Rwanda has marshaled two strategic partners in the World Economic Forum (WEF) and The World Bank, to host The African Drone forum and Flying competitions. The event is slated for the 5-7th of February 2020.
Themed as “Transforming mobility through technology.”
An overview of the event showcases a symposium, an exposition, and a flying competition.
This forum will showcase cutting edge drone technology, merge industry experts and regulators during the symposium. Leading drone companies will be challenged in flying competitions that are poised to raise a spectacle.
Other partners supporting the event are the World Economic Forum, World Bank, UKAID, Republic of Korea, UNICEF, and the World Food Programme. A host of several other small African drone organizations will be present.
Rwanda earned the right to host the competition given its favorable policy frameworks that allow such drone applications.
The continent is also accustomed to the success story of Zipline, a drone firm that delivers medical products through the use of fixed-wing drones to hospitals and health facilities. The company just hit a valuation of a billion dollars.
Drone technology has been touted for its ability to transform transportation, improve agricultural productivity, and a lot more. At the event, we are likely to witness the healthy debate on how to make this futuristic technology relevant to the continent’s future and socio-economic development.


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The first premium content for yet-to-be-released “free to play” first person shooter Dust 514 will arrive on the European arm of PSN tomorrow.
Capcom will release its eight-game Digital Collection bundle – complete with two Street Fighter titles – on March 30th in the UK.
Ubisoft has released a physical starter pack for its browser-based game and popular girls' property Imagine Online.
Gamers will be able to download a five-game pack for charity this month – and pay what they like for it.
Buyers will be able to purchase four content packs for Saints Row: The Third in advance at a smaller price.
Though Battlefield 3 will undoubtedly offer a real graphical treat, DICE has warned that those without a hard drive on their Xbox 360 will not receive the same visual experience ...
Microsoft has dated its first DLC for recent release Gears of War 3.
Warner has announced some exclusive content that will only be available to customers who pre-order Batman: Arkham City from GAME or Gamestation.
The UK’s leading supermarket Tesco has landed the rights to a tasty freebie for Warner Interactive’s Batman: Arkham City.
Microsoft has officially confirmed the second DLC for Xbox 360 shooter Halo Reach.
Activision has announced the first details of its debut DLC for Call of Duty: Black Ops.
UK retailers will work together to raise £500,000 by stocking a new charity pack of video games.
Just over a month after it first debuted on Xbox Live, the first expansion pack for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is scheduled to arrive on both and PS3 ...
An update to the popular McAfee anti-virus software has left many owners of PCs running Windows XP SP3 unable to use their machines.
Sony has told MCV that SCEE policy is the reason behind why many of the boxed expansion packs that get released on Xbox 360 and PC only get a PSN ...
Amidst the huge aura of uncertainty that currently surrounds the Modern Warfare arm of the Call of Duty franchise, Infinity Ward has nailed down a March 30th release date for ...
Square Enix Europe has confirmed that all those who pre-order the upcoming Just Cause 2 will receive and exclusive limited edition version of the game.


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The UK’s digital regulator, Ofcom, has announced that it will investigate Amazon, Microsoft, and Google’s market position in the cloud services space. The regulator said this space is still growing, but it wants to identify competition concerns and stop them becoming “embedded” as the market becomes more mature.
During the process, Ofcom will gather the views of parties involved or interested in the market and then put together a final report with recommendations in the next 12 months. If it finds any issues, it can recommend to the government that regulations are changed, take enforcement action, and ask the Competition and Market Authority (CMA) to look into issues. It has already been working with the CMA as it plans the study and will carry on doing so throughout.
Aside from looking into cloud service providers, Ofcom will look into WhatsApp, Zoom, and FaceTime to see how they are shaking up calling and messaging. It also wants to see if their ability to interact (or lack of ability) raises any competition concerns too. It will also look into digital personal assistants, connected TVs, and smart speakers to see how they’re changing access to TV, radio, and online content. This research will help it identify any issues that it believes need addressing.
Ofcom published a timeline of events for this study, it said that in six months it will post a decision on a possible market investigation if necessary. In 12 months, it’s expected that the study will be published and this will include any recommendations that it decides to make.


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Intel has finally announced the name of their consumer high-performance graphics solutions – Intel Arc. The brand will be used by Intel to denote multiple upcoming generations of graphics hardware, software and services.
Intel has been working on their dedicated graphics technology for many years now, and it looks like it is close to being ready for release. The Intel Arc brand will first have products that are based on the Xe HPG microarchitecture, with the codename “Alchemist”. Intel also revealed the codenames for the future generations – Battlemage, Celestial and Druid.
Alchemist will reportedly feature support for hardware-based ray tracing and artificial intelligence-driven super sampling and DirectX 12 Ultimate. The first Alchemist SoCs are expected to be available in desktops and notebooks in Q1 2022.
Commenting on the announcement, Roger Chandler, Intel vice president and general manager of Client Graphics Products and Solutions, said:
Today marks a key moment in the graphics journey we started just a few years ago. The launch of the Intel Arc brand and the reveal of future hardware generations signifies Intel’s deep and continued commitment to gamers and creators everywhere. We have teams doing incredible work to ensure we deliver first-class and frictionless experiences when these products are available early next year.


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Corona snowball effect threatens transport sector
Although there is still a lot of truck traffic on our roads, these are not golden times for the transport sector. The stagnation of economic life because of the corona crisis has its consequences here too.
“I fear a snowball effect from which the transport sector cannot escape,” says Lode Verkinderen. The director of the professional association Transport en Logistiek Vlaanderen (TLV) sounds the alarm bell in the newspaper De Tijd. “If the situation continues for another two to three weeks, I fear several bankruptcies. I see us ending up in the same statistics as the hotel and catering industry.”
“The transport of food for supermarkets and pharmaceuticals in Belgium is going well. It involves hundreds of rides a day. But that’s barely a few percent of total truck transport,” says Verkinderen. Transportation for the cultural sector, sports events, and retail chains, on the other hand, is at a standstill. The automotive sector is also at a standstill, so no transport is needed there either. TLV expects the construction sector to follow in a matter of days.
“The supply of goods to many sectors is drying up. What if, as in Italy, it is stipulated that all non-essential production must close its doors? Or if in our country no workers are found for the asparagus and strawberry picking? And all the transport there is lost too?” In that case, Verkinderen expects irreparable damage to the transport sector.
“We’ve always been in the top five most vulnerable sectors. The margins in the sector fluctuate around 1 to 2%, and I’m talking about the good companies,” says Verkinderen. An additional problem is the shortage of containers. “This makes it difficult for many goods that seep back into the port of Antwerp from China to be exported to the hinterland or other countries in Western Europe.”
Viapass calculated that since the corona measures, about a quarter fewer trucks drive on Belgian roads. Viapass is the Flemish government body that coordinates the collection of the kilometer charge for trucks.
“On a normal working day, we record between 25 and 26 million truck kilometers on our toll roads,” says Edward Claessens of Viapass in De Tijd. “Since March 18, that has dropped to 19 million. The number of trucks fell at the beginning of this week from an average of 142 000 on a normal working day to 109 000.”
That seems to be in line with the applications for temporary unemployment. “Recent figures show that 20 to 25% of Belgian transport companies have applied for temporary unemployment,” says Isabelle De Maegt, spokeswoman for the Belgian road haulage federation Febetra. “This means that at least one-fifth of the 103 000 people in the sector are temporarily unemployed, and one-fifth of the 71 300 Belgian trucks are stationary.”
De Maegt says she gets a lot of messages from transporters who are struggling. “Fortunately, no EU country has yet banned the transport of goods, although there are special rules for exports to Italy.”
Some measures try to relieve the pressure on transport. Due to the corona crisis, driving and rest times for drivers have also been eased. The Belgian government increased the weekly driving time from 56 to 60 hours. But this only applies to food and pharmaceutical products.
Also, the European Commission is asking the Member States to provide ‘green lanes’ at the borders. There, transporters would be able to cross the border quicker and with fewer formalities, and freight transport should be able to cross the border quickly without too much administration.
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Febetra receives many questions about valid driving licenses and technical inspections of vehicles. Some transport companies have missed extra training, as a result of which their driving license is no longer valid. Others have to take their truck to the inspection, but those centers are closed.
De Maegt: “The government has said that the inspection centers will reopen this week, but has not yet publicly announced this. But if all those papers are not in order, many carriers will no longer be allowed to load or unload in the chemical sector, because the rules there are stringent.”


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Three students in financial literacy program gain more than just financial knowledge
Ottawa, June 28, 2012 – Today, the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) announced the winners of its latest contest encouraging youth to enrol in The City, an online interactive resource that teaches students money management.
High school students Gina Paquette, Haileybury, Ontario; Molly Rainforth, Lacombe, Alberta; and Akshita Kaur, Surrey, British Columbia, will each receive a laptop computer.
“Congratulations to these students, who can now put into practice on their own laptop computers the budgeting and personal finance skills they learned in The City,” says FCAC Commissioner Ursula Menke. “The City gives them tips on managing their money and understanding their financial responsibilities.”
The students who participated in the contest had to complete four modules of The City and a follow-up quiz. The three winners were randomly selected from the qualifying contestants.
The City was developed by FCAC and the British Columbia Securities Commission to help educators teach young people the fundamentals of managing personal finances. The program teaches money management through eight characters facing common financial circumstances at different life stages. Students learn the difference between needs and wants, budgeting, managing money, building savings, using credit wisely, insurance and how to avoid fraud. Learning these lessons in the virtual world helps students to avoid making financial mistakes in the real world.
With educational materials and interactive tools, the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) provides objective information about financial products and services to help Canadians increase their financial knowledge and confidence in managing their personal finances. FCAC informs consumers about their rights and responsibilities when dealing with banks and federally regulated trust, loan and insurance companies. FCAC also makes sure that federally regulated financial institutions, payment card network operators and external complaints bodies comply with legislation and industry commitments intended to protect consumers.
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After 22 years at the helm of the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center, State Director Janet Roderick is retiring, effective March 31.
“I have had the privilege of working with a group of highly talented individuals here at UALR and with the SBTDC staff statewide who are committed to helping Arkansas entrepreneurs and small businesses succeed. I am confident the ASBTDC will continue to serve the state’s small business community well,” she said.
Roderick said she was particularly proud of the program’s growth in two critical areas – utilizing market research to assist clients and supporting technology-based entrepreneurs.
ASBTDC is a leader in the state and nation in using market and economic intelligence data, consumer psycho-demographic information and geographic information systems (GIS) mapping, according to Roderick. The center subscribes to 15 market research databases and licenses Esri GIS software.
“Arkansas small business owners and entrepreneurs have access to the same information and decision-making tools used by larger companies such as Nike, Home Depot and Target. These resources would typically be out of the price range of most small businesses, but through ASBTDC they pay nothing. Our consultants teach clients how to interpret the research and use it to make decisions,” she said.
The center has provided specialty consulting services to tech-based ventures since 2004 and added “Technology” to its name in 2008 to reflect its technology expertise and national accreditation.
Looking forward, Roderick believes more small businesses need to consider international markets. “Since 90 percent of the world’s consumers live outside the U.S., small business owners need to explore exporting,” said the member of the Arkansas District Export Council.
Roderick was state director of the Hawaii and Alaska Small Business Development Centers before coming to Arkansas. She has been active in the national association of SBDCs, known as America’s Small Business Development Centers, for 30 years, serving on the association’s board of directors and as chair of the Accreditation Committee. She is also a past president of the International Women’s Forum – Arkansas.
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Following up our recent discussion on the future of 3D TV and whether or not it would be “active”, “passive” or “glasses-free” 3D technology that wins, there’s news from Bloomberg that Toshiba has sold fewer glasses-free TV sets than it had hoped for.
Apparently Toshiba sold just 500 of the 20-inch model at about $2,940 each, and even less of the cheaper 12-inch set.
Despite the success of glasses-free (autostereoscopic) devices such as the Nintendo 3DS, the new 3D smartphones and 3D laptops, it seems that people aren’t willing to pay the high cost of having a small glasses-free 3D TV in their home.
The problem lies in the requirement of large television sets to be watched from multiple viewing angles and distances which is currently a limiting factor in the parralax barrier technology used in autostereoscopic displays. The problem is much less obvious for one user who’s a fixed distance and angle from the display, which is why the technology works much better with mobile phones, laptops and the 3DS.
According to Bloomberg, Toshiba engineers are racing to overcome a “mountain” of technical problems to bring larger glasses-free 3DTV’s to the market. They have already shown prototype 56-inch and 65-inch models, so perhaps the technology is one to keep an eye on. (sorry!)


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OECD slashes global growth forecasts
PARISThe OECD has cut its growth forecast for Turkey from 4.1 percent to 3.1 percent along with slashing the forecasts for the world’s most advanced economies, except Japan, but said growth should pick up later this year.
In its twice-yearly Economic Outlook, the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development forecast the Turkey would grew this year 3.1 percent but with a robust in the meantime the economy will grow by 4.6 percent in 2014.
Turkey’s growth rate exected to be just as the same as world economy which is also foreseen grow 3.1 percent this year before accelerating to 4 percent in 2014.
The most harsh news came for Europe as the leading international body warned the recession in Europe risks threatening the world’s economic recovery.
OECD said that protracted economic weakness in Europe “could evolve into stagnation with negative implications for the global economy.”The OECD again said it will shrink by 0.6 percent this year.
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One of the side effects of a corporate leaning agriculture policy has been the dearth of information found on the labels of consumer-bought produce, meat and other foods. But on September 30th, Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) will finally be put in effect for perishable food items. This will require all unprocessed meats, produce, nuts and other commodities to be appropriately labeled with the country where they were produced, empowering the consumer in the event of a pathogen outbreak but also enabling the consumer to find fresher, more local edibles.
In the last two decades, large food producers have been moving their operations overseas in an attempt to save on overhead, to countries where workers have fewer rights, earn much less and there are fewer health and environmental regulations. Agri-businesses have feared that the U.S. consumer will be uncomfortable with the safety of food produced in other countries, and therefore be less inclined to buy it. Since COOL was written into the Farm Bill in 2002, lobbying has kept it from being implemented in all foods except seafood.
We’ve been told that ceding our food production to international soil was just one of the realities of globalization. But the interest in buying local represents the opposite: a desire to take part in the authentic relationship with the people who produce our food. Beyond that, buying locally is becoming a reality of the current economy, requiring us to think about the oil inputs raising the prices of bringing our food to our table.
In recent years we have seen outbreaks of food-born illnesses, from avian flu to bovine spongiform encephalopathy (mad cow disease), only further exhibiting the need for the consumer to know where their food is coming from. While COOL gives the consumer one piece of the behind-the-scenes puzzle, hurdles still exist to getting full disclosure on our labels. Other potentially empowering information that labels might provide includes whether or not a food item has been genetically modified or whether produce has been irradiated (treated with radiation to kill disease-causing agents, a controversial practice that also destroys nutrients). Buying organic protects the consumer by law from GM food but not everyone can afford to buy organic all of the time. Also, the FDA does not require labeling of genetically engineered animals sold as food. Irradiated foods are required to be labeled, but the label can be miniscule, and foods that have only partially been irradiated don’t have to be labeled at all.
COOL is a big step in the right direction, but beware that any foods that have received the least bit of processing (roasted nuts, peanut butter, ground meat, sausage, trail mix) will be exempted from this law. Check out this tool for determining what will and won’t be labeled at the Consumer’s Union website.
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Aunt Bessie’s is tapping into demand for Yorkshire pudding wraps with its new frozen Yorkshire Bases.
Available now, the flat square bases are sold in a pack of two with an rsp of £1.50 and can be used in a number of ways, including as a wrap or a pizza base.
“Our new product offerings come at an exciting time for the business. We hope that our Yorkshire Bases will inspire our shoppers to create new and innovative recipes, using the bases with burritos, wraps, pizzas and more,” said Hannah Haas, marketing director at Aunt Bessie’s.
Yorkshire puddings have been growing in popularity since their emergence as a popular street food in the form of a roast dinner-filled wrap. As a result, manufacturers have been looking to diversify, which has seen them used as a pizza base and also a sweet dessert.
They have also featured across a number of festive ranges – both in food-to-go and more traditional meal occasions. Examples include the Roast in a Yorkshire Pudding Wrap from Eat and a Yorkshire Pudding Wrap from Lidl, which contains turkey, sausages, stuffing and cranberry sauce.


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Reliance Jio had launched its commercial services on September 5 and had notched up 16 million users in the first month of its operation.
Mukesh Ambani-promoted Reliance Jio crossed the 50-million subscriber mark in less than three months after its full-fledged 4G services launch in September. Airtel reached same milestone of notching 50 million subscribers in 12 years, Vodafone and Idea took 13 years each.
Reliance Jio had launched its commercial services on September 5, and had notched up 16 million users in the first month of its operation.
The subscriber base of Jio has already reached one fifth that of Bharti Airtel, which had 262.67 million mobile subscribers in October. According to the latest data by cellular association COAI, Vodafone had 201.90 million subscribers and Idea Cellular 180.25 million users.
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Carnival Cruise Line said Monday it will delay most of its North American cruises, including the Sunshine's departures from Union Pier in downtown Charleston, until at least Sept. 1 as COVID-19 fears continue to hammer the travel industry.
Only a handful of cruises will operate from ports in Florida and Texas starting Aug. 1, with all other cruises canceled through the end of that month. It's not clear exactly when the Sunshine will return to Charleston. The State Ports Authority has removed its calendar of cruise operations from it website, and Carnival's booking website does not show any available cruises from the Holy City through this year.
"We are taking a measured approach, focusing our return to service on a select number of home ports where we have more significant operations that are easily accessible by car for the majority of our guests," Carnival said in a statement.
"We will use this additional time to continue to engage experts, government officials and stakeholders on additional protocols and procedures to protect the health and safety of our guests, crew and the communities we serve," the cruise line stated. "We appreciate the understanding and support of our guests and travel agent partners and look forward to welcoming them on board as the environment for travel and tourism improves."
The 3,002-passenger Sunshine last carried guests on March 12, when it returned to Union Pier after a voyage to the Bahamas. The pleasure ship and its crew of about 1,100 had been docked at Columbus Street Terminal in Charleston until April 23, when it sailed to the Bahamas so crew members could find transportation to their homes.
Carnival said guests who have booked travel on canceled cruises will be notified by email of their options for a refund or credit for a future cruise with onboard perks.
The company has had a bumpy financial ride since its North American cruises were halted in March. It reported a $781 million loss in the first quarter, compared to profit of $336 million a year earlier. Carnival then sold an 8.2 percent share to Saudi Arabia's public investment fund at bargain prices to raise cash. The Federal Reserve's move in March to add liquidity to credit markets made it easier for Carnival to raise another $6 billion from investors at a lower interest rate than hedge funds the cruise line had been negotiating with were offering.
The ports authority is also taking a hit from the cruise shutdown. The industry accounts for about 5 percent of the maritime agency’s annual operating revenues, or roughly $8 million. Charleston hosted 262,776 passengers from the Sunshine and other pleasure ships making ports of call in 2019.
It’s not clear how the public will respond to cruising once the COVID-19 crisis is over. Carnival said in a regulatory filing that nearly half of customers whose cruises were canceled have accepted vouchers for future trips instead having their deposits returned. But the cruise line acknowledges its future is uncertain and it is offering steep discounts — as low as $50 per person, per day — to lure future passengers.
The industry voluntarily suspended operations from U.S. ports in March and the Centers for Disease Control later announced a no-sail order to all cruise ships. That order, which could be extended, is in effect until July 24 or until the Secretary of Health and Human Services declares COVID-19 is no longer a health emergency.


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With credit in a tight squeeze and the economy in free fall, the next few years should see the collapse of some small US PC makers and a restructuring of the rest of the industry, according to an industry research firm.
Richard Shim, personal computing research manager at IDC, told Computerworld that he expects a consolidation of the market. However, he doesn't think that the big PC players, like Hewlett-Packard, Dell and Acer, will gobble up smaller hardware vendors. Instead, he said those smaller players will simply fold up shop as the faltering economy keeps companies and individuals from buying new computers.
"It won't be so much about acquisition but the smaller players will just go away," said Shim, adding that he thinks the industry could lose fewer than 10 companies. "The big players are feeling the hurt as well. Right now, everybody is beating each other up in price. If some are going to die off anyway, what's the sense in buying them?"
Just yesterday, IDC reported it is projecting that worldwide PC sales will quickly drop off because the sagging economy is causing people to hold onto their savings while credit is unavailable. IDC noted that it expects PC shipments to inch upward by 3.8 percent in all of 2009, but added that the values of those shipments will drop by 5.3 percent. In the US, expectations are bleaker as IDC predicts that shipments here will decline by almost 3 percent in 2009 with low single-digit increases in the next few years.
Shim noted that he thinks MPC kicked off the consolidation early in November when the PC maker filed for bankruptcy. In mid 2001, the business was sold by parent company Micron Technology, and later changed its name from Micron Electronics to MPC. A little more than a year ago, MPC bought Gateway's professional business division.
And MPC won't be the only mid- to low-tier PC maker to fall, according to Shim. He said 2009, 2010 and maybe even 2011 will be tough years for the industry.
Just a few weeks ago, iSuppli slashed its 2009 growth forecast for worldwide PC shipments by nearly two-thirds because of the deteriorating economy. The analyst firm is now projecting that worldwide PC shipments will rise by 4.3 percent in 2009, down from its previous forecast of 11.9 percent growth. ISuppli also adjusted its expectations for 2010, dropping its initial prediction of 9.4 percent growth to 7.1 percent.
ISuppli's adjustment to its PC forecast came on the heels of the firm downgrading its estimates for global semiconductor revenue for the year. The researcher projected that 2008 semiconductor sales will decline by 2 percent to US$266.6 billion, from about US$272 billion in 2007. In October, ISuppli had predicted that 2008 semiconductor sales would grow by 3.5 percent over last year's. The researcher also predicted that the negative momentum will continue into the fourth quarter of this year, with the overall market expected to drop by 10.9 percent compared with the same quarter last year.
Shim noted in an interview on Thursday that the economic crisis likely will reset many vendors' business models.
"If you change selling prices, you need to find new ways to do business, like skimping on quality or coming out with new models," he explained. "A lot depends on how drastic the situation gets."


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Essential items like toilet paper and soap, as well as non-perishable food supplies will be making their way to Elders and other vulnerable people in 65 communities across NSW, starting this week.
The NSW Aboriginal Land Council and the NSW Government teamed up to deliver these supplies to some of the most remote communities in the state to help combat the effects that COVID-19 restrictions and panic buying are having.
NSWALC CEO James Christian told NITV News the first delivery of about 500 boxes is already in high demand.
"The registration system for these boxes opened this morning at 7am and within the first five hours we’d registered over 200 people to receive a box starting from this week," he said.
To begin with, the delivery service is focusing on the most vulnerable people in the communities, including Elders, and people over 60 with healthcare concession cards.
Mr Christian said these people are not just more susceptible to COVID-19 but they are also more likely to be impacted by panic-buying and face barriers to getting the essentials.
"To be able to get to the nearest shop, which in some cases will be over an hour or two hours return journey, that’s a challenge in itself," he said.
"But to then find that when they arrive at these shops and find that there is very little or nothing left on the shelves, is just impossible.
"They can't come back, they can't wait for the shelves to be restocked, they get that one opportunity.
"We identify that those people are most vulnerable and the aim is to get to them as quickly as possible. First delivery is starting this week.
"The box will contain up to two weeks of food - non-perishables - that can sustain an individual for up to two weeks and some hygiene products, things like toilet paper and soap and some other little bits and pieces that people really need at this time."
But Mr Christian said food insecurity is not just a problem because of the Coronavirus.
He said more needs to be done to make sure these communities have access to food all the time, not just during a pandemic.
"It’s not a substitute for these communities and individuals having access to a constant supply of affordable, healthy food," he said.
"This continues to be a problem that neither level of government, neither the NSW Government or the Federal Government, have been able to fix.
"These challenges have been in these communities for a very long time around access to food security.
"A lot of people would have heard that the Walgett store has burnt down for the second time in a matter of a year, they've got a pop-up store.
"But still by the time community members and particularly our elderly and frail, can get down to the store a lot of the product is already gone.
"They can't go to the nearest town to go to the biggest shopping centre that they can, they just don't have that luxury."


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The SciShow channel guy does a 9 minute introduction to 3D printing in a fast-paced and entertaining way. It's a great video to share with friends who might be curious about 3D printing.
3D Printer Stocks and Investing
Several companies which make 3D printers and 3D modeling software are publicly traded companies. The beauty of investing in 3D printer stocks now is that most of the world has yet to know what 3D printing is, let alone understand the future of this world-changing technology.
3D printer leaders like 3D Systems Technology (DDD) and Stratasys. Inc. (SSYS) are trade on the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq, respectively. Two new smaller companies just recently went public: Arcam AB (AMAVF) and ExOne (XONE). Organovo (ONVO) is a pioneer in the 3D bioprinter area.
Some 3D modeling software (CAD) companies that allows the creation of the digital files that serve as input for the 3D printers, are also public. For example, the biggest player is AutoDesk (ADSK); another player, the creator of the massively popular Solidworks software, is a product of a public company in France named Dassault Systèmes, that you can buy on the Nasdaq (DASTY).
This 3D printer stocks archive page will keep you abreast of the latest happenings in 3D printing investment opportunities.
This 15-minute webinar looks at the capabilities 3D printers will need to have to fulfill the dream of the third industrial revolution.
Skylar Tibbits gives a TED Talk on his research with 4D printing, where 3D printed parts can transform from one shape to another shape directly on their own
Gartner researchers are paid big bucks to make technology forecasts, and a new report says 3D printing is going to continue with its rapid spread and inviting price drops.
Here's a yet another infographic on 3D printing. The first half is good, but the second half, the future timeline, is way too conservative. But take a look for fun.
I heard author Hod Lipson speak at the White House Science of Digital Fabrication meeting at MIT’s Center for Bits and Atoms, and here was a guy who understood my space.
It may not be apparent according to the media, but numbers don’t lie, and Thingiverse numbers clearly indicate an exponential increase in the rate of uploads.
In this Expand discussion, great minds in the industry explain what they think the future of 3D printing looks like.
I see a lot of odd videos on Youtube about 3D printing, but this one takes the cake, and was just begging for me to have a little fun with it.
Dale Dougherty, Founding Editor and Publisher of MAKE magazine, started out his talk by simply stating: “Digital Fabrication is about how to help people make things.”
When asked it we are still far away from such all-in-one Fabbers, MIT's Dr. Gershenfeld says we are about twenty years out.
YES, it will change the world! Come on media, time to start calling these videos "3D Printing is Changing the World."
Unearthed from the the prehistoric days of 3D printing, before it was even called 3D printing, comes this 24-year old video of a GMA segment on the subject..
The future is a scary thing to some people. It's not what could go right, but what could go wrong. And RT seems quite afraid of bioprinting.
Sometimes the best way to learn about something is to sit back and listen to some really smart people talk to each other on the subject.


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FRANKFURT--Germany's chemical industry Wednesday confirmed its forecast for output and sales this year, after a strong first-half was boosted by domestic demand.
"The mood in the industry is good. Order books are filling up helped by the growing domestic demand," VCI President Karl-Ludwig Kley said at a press conference.
While domestic business has grown significantly in the first six months, foreign demand weakened in some regions, the chemicals association VCI, which represents over 90% of Germany's industry, said.
Overall chemical production grew 3% in the first half of 2014. VCI confirmed that it expects production growth of 2% this year.
In the first-half of 2041, chemical revenue was up 2% from a year earlier at EUR98 billion ($133.3 billion). Domestic demand for chemicals rose 3.5% on the year, while foreign demand grew just 1% for the period as there was hardly any growth momentum in Asia and South America.
Business from Asia grew only by half a percent, while foreign sales from Latin America fell by 11%. Emerging markets were no support for the business in the first half, Mr. Kley added.
Heide Oberhauser-Aslan contributed to the article.
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Barrett-Jackson have released their line-up for the 40th Annual Scottsdale Classic Car Auction in 2011, and one of the definite highlights will be the exciting and pristine collection of American muscle cars from leading car collector Keith Henderson.
"Keith has been a Barrett-Jackson consignor for many years and his vehicles always generate buzz during our auctions," said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson.
"These amazing muscle cars reflect his knowledge, expertise and ownership of some of the finest muscle cars in the world. The sale will definitely be a show stopper."
Amongst the lots are three standout vehicles that prove that 1970 was a very fine year for American cars, and all are sure to be popular with collectors when they go under the hammer.
First is a 1970 Chevrolet Camaro "Stage II" Cheverra that represents a true piece of automotive and racing history. An excellent example of Herb Adams VSE Cheverra and the superb engineering work done by Adams while at General Motors, the car will be a highly sought-after addition to any enthusiast's garage.
Second is a professionally restored brown on black 1970 Plymouth HEMI 'Cuda coupe, featuring a 426 cid HEMI V8 engine with a column shift automatic transmission. The muscle car produces up to 425 horsepower and is registered as one of one in Citron Mist paint.
"Since the Plymouth brand was retired in 2001, these classics have definitely caught the attention of even more collectors," said Gary Bennett, vice president of consignment for Barrett-Jackson. "They were well-liked during the late '60s and early '70s and continue to generate high interest at our auctions."
Third amongst the notable lots is a striking 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A with a rare pink on white colour combination. It has a 340 cid Six Pack V8 with a four-speed transmission, power steering and brakes and will be sold as a pair with a 2010 Furious Fuchsia Challenger number 135 of 400 manufactured.
As Henderson himself says, "These muscle cars will definitely be a wonderful addition to any collection because of their desirable sleek and stylish packaging as well as the power under the hood."
2010 has already seen some stunning muscle cars sold at auction with many reaching record-breaking prices, and as this collection gets ready to go under the hammer the anticipation will be building for enthusiasts and investors alike. With experts agreeing that collectible cars can prove to be a solid investment, the market looks set to go from strength to strength in 2011.
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"As previously announced, Super7 will host a "Skelebration" at our Skeletor's Lair pop-up shop during San Diego Comic-Con next week. The shop will be stocked with new and exclusive wares from Etnernia and joining the previously announced Lair items is the new MOTU ReAction Figures Carry Case!
The case features art by Jason Edmiston and comes with an exclusive Mini-Comic Variant of Mer-Man. This will be available for the first time at Skeletor's Lair next week!"


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In the program’s interview segment, we take a look at the question could the 2021 Cadillac Escalade be termed the most technologically advanced vehicle in America? With its leading-edge Super Cruise driver’s assist system that borders on self-driving and a wealth of other technological advances, one could make that case. Host Jack Nerad conducts an in-depth interview with Global Cadillac Escalade Product Manager to explore that topic and provide insight into the Escalade’s wealth of features.
In the car review segment, co-host Chris Teague recounts what he learned during his week-long test of the 2021 Subaru Outback. At the wheel of an Onyx Edition, he reveals how well Subaru pulls off luxury.
Also in the car review segment, Nerad discusses his first-drive in the all-new 2021 Honda Accord. One of a small number of journalists to drive the car before its release, he explains why Honda decided to lead with the Hybrid version of the Accord.
In the news Teague and Nerad debate the relative merits — and exterior style — of the upcoming BMW iX sports-activity vehicle. (It’s not a sports utility because “utility is too utilitarian for BMW.) And they also discuss the imminent arrival of the 2021 Lexus LS sedan.


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Video: Holiday Market Up and Running
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) -There was a good turn out this morning in Columbus as dozens of vendors came out to sport their Holiday goodies at the fifth annual “Hitching Lot Holiday Market”.
The Hitching Lot Farmer’s Market Advisory Board and Main Street Columbus announced the 2012 Holiday Market. There were local artist, bakers, crafters and live music. The Farmers market season ended in October but this special event has market goers enjoying locally grown and locally crafted items just in time for Thanksgiving. It was an open event for the public.


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"You've got to continually evolve," Janish said. "We try to do the best job we can and let the work speak for itself."
As a result of those strategies, the independent Apple retailers are guardedly optimistic that they can survive over the next ten years.
"I don't believe we're extinct," said Alberto Palacios, manager of Create More in San Francisco. "We get a lot of customers who come into the store and say, 'I didn't think Apple allowed other sellers.' Others come in and say, 'Oh yeah, you were the Apple Store before there was an Apple Store.'"
Back in Colorado, Andy Gold has moved on. He has created a Website used by high school athletes and the NCAA to match students to college sports programs. But he remains wistful.
"I'm still a loyal Apple user," Gold said. "Everything related to my Website is such. My love of the Apple product has never changed, whether it's the iPhone, iPad, or iPod. That's part of my DNA, I guess."
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Stuyvesant Plaza to hold sidewalk sale | Business
Guilderland - On Saturday, June 23, merchants at Stuyvesant Plaza will bring their goods outdoors during the plazas first sidewalk sale of the year.
For over 40 years the merchants at the plaza have celebrated summer by holding sidewalk sales.
Almost all of the 60 retailers take part in this sale that draws huge crowds.
The sale is from 9-6p.m.
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FB Stock: 3 Reasons to Be Bullish on Facebook, Inc. in 2016
Here’re Three Catalysts That Could Lift Facebook Stock in the New Year
Facebook, Inc. (NASDAQ:FB) is the undisputed king of social media. Many were skeptical about Facebook stock after the company’s initial public offering, questioning how a free-service social media web site could pull revenue growth from its basic business model. But now FB stockholders are getting the last laugh, with shares closing in on all-time highs this week.
Dose Facebook stock have even more upside? Definitely. Here are three ways the company is revolutionizing its future growth. I believe if the moves rightly pay off, Facebook stock is going to continue the upward trajectory in 2016.
The latest bombshell out of the Facebook headquarters is the introduction of a new search feature called Search FYI. The social media giant has reportedly indexed over two trillion public posts on the web site and the company skipper, Mark Zuckerberg, decided to bring them to use. The daily searches on Facebook stand at a whopping 1.5 billion.
With Search FYI, users will be able to search more than just pages, groups and friends. Now they will be able to search public posts from around the world to follow what people are saying on popular matters. This will come as a massive blow to Twitter, Inc. (NYSE:TWTR), which is usually cited as the more mature platform for news. This will also bring Facebook head-to-head with Alphabet’s Google search engine, as users will carry out their ordinary searches within the app without having to leave it to hop over to Google.
The company has rolled out the service this week but hasn’t yet monetized it. Count on it, though, that you will soon be seeing ads on search results, too. This will become another big source of revenue from within the company’s core business.
The “Buy” Button
The second feature that Facebook rolled out earlier this year is its shopping page that the company is in the process of testing. The web site has introduced a “buy” button for products of some selected merchandise advertisers in the U.S. The ads appear in users’ newsfeed and users can directly buy products on Facebook without having to leave the web site.
The best part is that buyers share their information with Facebook only, not the merchandise sellers, meaning the information stays in safe hands. This is a huge step in the e-commerce world where Facebook will be directly challenging giants like Amazon.com, as sellers will make a move to reach out to Facebook’s over billion users. Facebook is poised to pull out massive ad revenue from this initiative.
Finally, the third biggest move of this year is the rumored launch of a YouTube-like “Video Channel” within Facebook—a new tab in the menu section for users to watch, save, and recommend videos. Facebook has already introduced a “suggested videos” feature, similar to YouTube’s suggested video feed, that pops up when users click on a video in their news feed—a great way to increase views.
The popularity of online video streaming can be gauged from the fact that all big Internet giants are trying to capture the biggest share in this market. We have lately seen Alibaba buying China’s equivalent of YouTube, Youku Toudu, seeing great value in the business model.
The monetization opportunities in the video streaming space are likewise endless. Not only can you win from ads, but also make money off of “no ads.” Google has recently launched an ad-free subscription service, YouTube Red, allowing users to stream YouTube videos free of ads for a monthly fee of $9.99.
This will be a great opportunity for Facebook to further ramp up its ad revenue. Companies that spend millions on TV commercials can now target the generation of social media that spends more time on YouTube than before TV screens.
Here’s the Bottom Line on Facebook Stock
Facebook boasts the highest number of average monthly active users (MUAs) at 1.5 billion, a number the competing social media companies, Twitter and LinkedIn, receive even in over three month’s time.
Facebook earnings have been growing at an attractive rate and I see the growth to further increase over the next year. The stock has shown great returns side-by-side its revenue growth and is expected to multiply in value by 2016 when the dividends from its three big moves this year start to pay off.
Long story short; there’s likely a lot more upside left in Facebook stock.


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M-GO Brings First Video Browsing App to Samsung Gear VR, Powered by Oculus
M-GO Advanced App Debuts at Samsung Unpacked Event Ahead of the IFA Consumer Electronics Unlimited Tradeshow in Berlin
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|September 3, 2014 09:31 AM EDT
BERLIN and CULVER CITY, Calif., Sept. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- M-GO, a premium digital movie and TV streaming service, today announced a new virtual reality browsing app for video content discovery called M-GO Advanced. M-GO Advanced is launching as the first video browsing app on Samsung Gear VR which is powered by Oculus and was announced earlier today at Samsung's Unpacked Event leading up to the IFA Consumer Electronics Unlimited Tradeshow in Berlin.
M-GO Advanced puts people in a virtual reality space where they can search, discover and navigate through exciting premium movie and TV show content from major Hollywood studios, with future plans in the works to develop the experience into a virtual video store.
"This app is a perfect marriage of emerging and mobile technology, providing a new way for people to enjoy digital media entertainment," said Adam Balest, M-GO Technical Product Lead. "M-GO Advanced is creating a new paradigm that blends the best of physical and virtual experiences into one offering."
Launching later this year, M-GO Advanced provides a visually tactile interface that responds to a person's actions. People can visit "rooms" which house different genres like Sci-Fi or comedy and categories such as new releases or deals. Each room presents a different environment which is characterized by the specified genre's motif; a person visiting the Sci-Fi room will see futuristic details like glossy panels, metal and technology motifs.
"Samsung Gear VR seamlessly blends industry-leading mobile technology with advanced virtual reality capabilities to create an incredible platform for new apps," said Chan-Woo Park, Vice President of Product Strategy Team in Mobile Division at Samsung Electronics. "We believe this unmatched, immersive environment offers an ideal mobile platform for the rich, entertainment content of M-GO Advanced."
At launch, a person will be able to navigate room to room by fluid, gliding movements – turn their head to the left and right or tilt up and down to increase the user interface option and spatial recognition. M-GO Advanced provides a crisp and clear virtual reality space that features poster art, trailers and still images from popular movie and TV shows where people can bring these elements to the forefront to get a closer look, or place other features in the background.
M-GO Advanced was announced today in partnership with Samsung and will be available for download later this year. The app will be demoed at the Samsung boothat the City Cube Berlinwhere people can experience the Sci-Fi room's futuristic setting and check out the latest poster art, still images and trailers for the genre.
M-GO is a premium pay-as-you-go digital movie and TV streaming service that makes it easier than ever to browse, rent, buy and watch the newest and best selection of movies and TV shows on your screens. As a joint venture between DreamWorks Animation and Technicolor, M-GO was created by people who love entertainment for people who love being entertained. With both technology and entertainment in the company's DNA, M-GO's mission is to transform the world of digital entertainment on the viewer's terms. M-GO has secured content deals with Hollywood's major studios which drives its always growing library of the newest releases – the earliest it is available at retail - as well as a deep catalogue of hidden gems and classic favorites. M-GO is available on major platforms and functions on a full spectrum of operating systems ranging from Android to iOS to Windows. M-GO is pre-loaded on Samsung's Smart TV's, Blu-ray players and Wi-Fi tablets, LG Smart TVs and Blu-ray players, VIZIO's Smart TVs, Blu-ray players, Wi-Fi tablets and digital media players, and Roku streaming players. For more information, please visit: www.mgo.com.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, tablets, PCs, cameras, home appliances, printers, LTE systems, medical devices, semiconductors and LED solutions. We employ 286,000 people across 80 countries with annual sales of US$216.7 billion. To discover more, please visit www.samsung.com.
About Oculus VR, Inc.
Oculus, a Facebook (NASDAQ: FB) company, is revolutionizing the way people experience video games and other digital content. The company's first product, the highly anticipated Oculus Rift, is a virtual reality headset that allows players to step inside the game. It provides an immersive, stereoscopic 3D experience with an ultra-wide field of view and super low latency head tracking. For more information, visit: www.oculus.com.
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"Software-defined storage is a big problem in this industry because so many people have different definitions as they see fit to use it," stated Peter McCallum, VP of Datacenter Solutions at FalconStor Software, in this SYS-CON.tv interview at 18th Cloud Expo, held June 7-9, 2016, at the Javits Center in New York City, NY.
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Extracting business value from Internet of Things (IoT) data doesn’t happen overnight. There are several requirements that must be satisfied, including IoT device enablement, data analysis, real-time detection of complex events and automated orchestration of actions. Unfortunately, too many companies fall short in achieving their business goals by implementing incomplete solutions or not focusing on tangible use cases.
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WebRTC is bringing significant change to the communications landscape that will bridge the worlds of web and telephony, making the Internet the new standard for communications. Cloud9 took the road less traveled and used WebRTC to create a downloadable enterprise-grade communications platform that is changing the communication dynamic in the financial sector.
In his session at @ThingsExpo, Leo Papadopoulos, CTO of Cloud9, discussed the importance of WebRTC and how it enables companies to focus...
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Will Barbie go from Malibu Dreamhouse to the White House?
Everyone’s favorite 11.5-inch fashionista, who currently has more than 130 careers, has thrown her bubble gum-pink hat into the race. Of course, she had some help – specifically, from acclaimed designer and CFDA winner Chris Benz.
Benz is the one who created the pint-size plaything’s pink suit with red, white and blue trim and matching wedge shoes that enable her – for the very first time in 53 years – to support herself upright on her two plastic feet without a stand. No longer will she need the help of countless American girls hoisting her up from the waist! This candidate, America, stands on her own.
Benz, dubbed “The Prince of Color,” said he wanted to play homage to the Barbie dolls he knew and played with at his grandmother’s house in the ’80s – big hair, bright hues, smart suits – along with the signature elements of his own collections, known for colorful and classic American sportswear. Barbie’s Benz outfit, he told TODAY.com, “seems very comfortable but powerful.”
Benz admits fashioning the doll’s newest incarnation wasn’t all that different from his day job. “It’s actually the same process as designing for a real woman. You’re taking into consideration the things she already has and doesn’t have, where she’s going to be going and wearing these things.”
And the shoes? They’re just a miniature replica miniature of Benz’s classic wedge slingback platforms from his spring 2011 collection. (Thankfully, they’re big enough to hold the magnets necessary to help Barbie stand tall.)
This isn’t the first time Barbie has set her eyes on politics. Her first presidential campaign was actually in 1992, and she’s run every four years since, including in 2002, with help from political pal Elizabeth Dole.
This time around, however, the plastic pol seems to be taking style more seriously. And Benz thinks he know what President Barbie’s first official act should be.
“We love the idea that she should paint the White House pink,” Benz told TODAY.com. “It would be a major accomplishment.”
The “I Can Be …” 2012 President Barbie doll, which comes in Caucasian, Hispanic, African-American and Asian ethnicities, will be available for pre-order beginning April 5 at mattelshop.com and at retail stores in August.


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In 2011, shipping cost decreased at about 400 USD/ TEU. If shipping companies continue to maintain the cost level, they may face risk of bankrupt. At the beginning of this year, transport cost changed unbrokenly. At the beginning of March, transport cost from Vietnam to Europe increased up to 1.400 - 1.500 USD/TEU but decreased 1.200 - 1.300 USD/Teu at middle of month.
Currently, shipping companies announced that they will collect additional fee at beginning of April, so transport cost to Eurpoe may increase to 1.500 USD/TEU.


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Browns is tipping Celine, Bottega Veneta and Lemaire as hot picks for AW19's 'cool classics' style, and it's adding a raft of new names to its line-up, as well as backing the return of the on-trend knee-length boot.
The luxury brand’s Autumn/Winter 2019 collection has been designed by the brand’s in-house team, while the first pieces designed by Lutz Huelle for Delpozo will be unveiled in the summer as part of the Resort collection.
British fashion brands Roksanda and Peter Pilotto will host a standalone showroom in Chinese fashion trade show Ontimeshow during Shanghai Fashion Week later this month thanks to a new partnership secured by the BFC.
Creative director at Delpozo since December, the German designer went back to the roots of the Spanish house with a collection that combined comfort with structural pieces, all created for his vision of a "voyageuse".
Burberry has become the latest luxury label to announce a new programme focused on boosting its diversity and cultural sensitivity after criticism of a hoodie that appeared to trivialise suicide and lynchings.
Asics and Vivienne Westwood have teamed up to create an exclusive capsule collection of footwear styles for the Asics and Asics Tiger brands. The first two styles will launch online and in stores in April.


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Why You Absolutely Have To Use Credit Repair For Short Sales
Homeowners are finding out some disturbing news after short selling their houses. They are being held from becoming a homeowner again due to their credit report reporting a “Foreclosure” after completing a short sale rather than distinguishing it as a “Short sale.” Senator Bill Nelson is demanding two federal agencies to solve this glitch in two months or he will go straight to the president to clear this issue.
When is the last time you read through your credit report? Per my previous article, I mentioned that credit bureaus themselves estimates 70%-90% of all credit reports contain errors and mistakes. What if you had a foreclosure stamped on your report even after going through the long and hard process of a short sale?
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Sony announced a new 1TB limited edition PS4 bundle that will be released alongside of the Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 game on November 6th.
The $449 bundle will feature a 1TB Playstation 4 console with Black Ops 3 themed graphics, a limited edition themed controller, a physical copy of Black Ops 3, and a digital voucher for the Nuk3town bonus map.
The console will include the signature Black Ops “III” graphic on the top with more graphics on the front of the machine representing the campaign, multiplayer, and zombie modes.
“Last month’s beta on PS4 was a phenomenal success,” Activision’s GM of Call of Duty Rob Kostich said in Sony’s release, “We want to thank the amazing PlayStation Nation for its feedback, for its participation, and for making Black Ops III the largest beta in PS4 history! Black Ops III is without a doubt the most ambitious game that Call of Duty has ever created — Treyarch is pushing the boundaries across each and every mode of play on PS4.”
He continued, “From day one, it has been designed to push the franchise to new heights on next generation hardware. We cannot wait for you to experience Black Ops III for yourselves on November 6th, and we hope you like the Black Ops III Limited Edition PS4 as much as we do!”
The limited edition controller can be purchased separately and will go on sale Nov 6th for $64.99.


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The Korean automaker Hyundai is always on the lookout for ways to expand its lineup of vehicles. Reports have now emerged indicating that Hyundai might be developing a small pickup truck that could compete with the likes of the Ford Ranger, Chevrolet Colorado and Toyota Tacoma.
The information comes from an anonymous source who works for Hyundai in South Korea. This source claims that the company has already begun work on a small pickup truck and is planning to bring it to market in the near future. The source also revealed that the truck would be based on the company’s existing Tucson SUV platform, which is currently used for the Hyundai Santa Fe.
Hyundai has not yet officially confirmed these rumors, but if they are true, then it could be a great opportunity for the company to expand their lineup and compete with other automakers in this segment. Small pickup trucks are becoming increasingly popular among consumers, as they offer practicality and affordability without sacrificing performance or capability.
Hyundai has been known for producing reliable and affordable vehicles, so if they were to bring out a small pickup truck, it could prove to be a hit with buyers. The company already produces several SUVs and crossovers, so adding a small pickup truck to their lineup would be a logical step forward.
While there is no official confirmation from Hyundai yet about whether or not they are making a small pickup truck, all signs point towards them doing so. If true, it could prove to be an excellent addition to their current lineup of vehicles and help them compete with other automakers in this segment. We will have to wait and see what happens.
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Hyundai is a well-known car manufacturer that produces a wide range of vehicles, including sedans, crossovers, SUVs, and trucks. The company has been in business for more than 50 years and has earned a reputation for reliable and affordable vehicles. As such, many people wonder if Hyundai makes a small pickup truck.
For many years now, the automotive industry has been dominated by the ‘big three’ – Ford, General Motors and Chrysler. Other auto manufacturers have struggled to break into the mainstream market, but one company that is making significant inroads is Hyundai. The Korean car manufacturer has enjoyed significant success across the world, especially in North America, and there have been rumors that they could soon be entering the pickup truck market.
The question of whether Hyundai has a small pickup truck has been asked by many car enthusiasts for years. While Hyundai does not currently make a small pickup truck, it may soon. The company has been rumored to be considering the development of a compact pickup truck that would be very similar to the popular Toyota Tacoma or Nissan Frontier.
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Hyundai is no stranger to the pickup truck game, having had a stake in the market since 1998. The Korean automaker has been producing its light-duty Santa Cruz and midsize Santa Fe models since then. But with the American pickup truck market booming, Hyundai is now looking to invest even more resources into developing a full-size pickup truck.
Kia Motors is reportedly considering making a small pickup truck in the near future. This would be the first time that Kia has ever made a pickup truck, as it is mainly known for its family-friendly sedans and SUVs. The Korean automaker has been pushing the boundaries of its lineup in recent years, and this could be another step in that direction.
Hyundai is a South Korean automotive manufacturer that has been selling cars, vans, and SUVs in the United States since 1986. While they offer a wide range of vehicles, they do not currently make a pickup truck. However, there have been rumors that Hyundai may be developing one for the future.
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Amazon opens online grocery back up to more customers
An invite-only requirement had been added a month ago. It's now largely gone.
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said it's removed its waitlist for online grocery deliveries and pickup in most cities, a change that will allow more customers to get food delivered to their homes during the coronavirus crisis.
The e-commerce heavyweight a month ago said new Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods customers would have to sign up for an invitation to use these online services and would be notified when they can shop. The change was necessary to respond to "unprecedented" demand, as well as restricted capacity due to social distancing measures. The company had said it would work to increase its capacity and invite new customers every week.
"We've removed the invite list in most cities, and more than 80% of eligible Prime members are able to shop without requesting an invitation," an Amazon spokeswoman said in a statement late Tuesday. "We continue inviting new customers every week."
Earlier Tuesday, Amazon confirmed it was speeding up its delivery times, following long delays, and was able to manage more goods coming into its warehouses. All these changes point to Amazon now slowly moving back to more normal operations, after it struggled to respond to a surge in customer orders and factor in 150 new safety protocols for its workers during the pandemic.
More online grocery availability should be a welcome addition for Prime customers, especially the elderly, who are particularly vulnerable to the virus. During the first months of the pandemic, demand for online groceries has spiked, after such services had been largely ignored by most US customers for years. Now these services are seen as a valuable lifeline to get weekly food orders and help people avoid having to go into supermarkets. That's made it increasingly difficult for customers to snag a coveted time slot for a grocery delivery from FreshDirect, Amazon Fresh and other services.
Adobe on Tuesday reported a 110% rise in daily online grocery sales in the US in April, compared to March. Also wine, beer and spirit purchases online jumped 74%, Adobe said.
Amazon's latest operational changes come after the company in March added major restrictions to its logistics network as it tried to manage the sudden surge in orders. It prevented new shipments of nonessential items -- like musical instruments and toys -- from coming into its warehouses, and significantly slowed the delivery times for such products, in some cases by up to a month.
Amazon finance chief Brian Olsavsky late last month said demand remained high and he warned that he still didn't know when more one-day shipping service would be available again. Now it appears that the company's hiring of 175,000 new workers has had a positive impact on Amazon's ability to regain its footing during the pandemic.
Watch this: Grocery stores have a plan to get back to normal


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The Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., announced a $50,000 investment in Toronto’s Ecohive to raise awareness of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs).
Ecohive is using the funding to develop Torque Network, a mobile application for the Electric Vehicle (EV) community. The new app will provide EV owners, enthusiasts and industry experts with a digital space to learn about EVs, grow their network and communicate with each other through chat features and moderated forums.
The app is now available on the Apple iOS store for download in Canada.
Federal funding is provided through Natural Resources Canada’s Zero-Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative, supporting the government’s target to have all new passenger vehicles sold in Canada be ZEVs by 2040.
More affordable EVs
The government has invested over $600 million to make EVs more affordable and charging infrastructure more accessible.
This includes establishing a coast-to-coast network of fast chargers and installing chargers in localized areas.
This investment supports natural gas refuelling stations along key freight corridors, hydrogen stations in metropolitan centres, the demonstration of next-generation charging technologies and the development of enabling codes and standards.
The government is providing incentives of up to $5,000 to increase affordability for Canadians to buy EVs and full tax write-offs for businesses purchasing them.
These initiatives complement Canada’s climate plan, A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy, which will further accelerate ZEV adoption through an additional $150 million for infrastructure and an additional $287 million for purchasing incentives for Canadians.
The government continues to support green infrastructure projects, aiming to create middle-class jobs, advance Canada’s low-carbon future and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.


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Alan Wake 2 is digital only and fans are already saying they won't buy it
Remedy has undermined its Alan Wake 2 launch date announcement by revealing that it’ll only be available as a digital download.
One of the bigger reveals at last night’s PlayStation showcase was a gameplay trailer for Alan Wake 2, which also confirmed its October launch date – just as one of its voice actors predicted.
Starring Wake himself, and new protagonist Saga Anderson, the two embark on their own journeys involving a serial killing and a horror story come to life. Despite the nightmarish premise, this game is a dream come true for fans who’ve been waiting since 2010 for a new Alan Wake adventure.
However, the excitement quickly turned sour in the wake of the trailer as developer Remedy admits that Alan Wake 2 will only be available as a digital download.
There are also no plans for a physical release, so this isn’t a Metroid Prime Remastered situation where it’ll launch digitally first and then as a boxed release later on.
As for why this is the case, Remedy’s reasons are threefold. First is the uncomfortable truth that more and more people are moving towards buying their games digitally.
Not to mention the industry is unsubtly trying to drag us into an all-digital future with Sony and Microsoft’s current consoles offering cheaper digital-only hardware.
Remedy also argues that not releasing a disc version saves money and means they don’t have to make the game more expensive to buy. For the record, Alan Wake 2’s standard edition costs £39.99 on PC and £49.99 on consoles.
A deluxe edition that comes with an expansion pass and some extra cosmetics is being sold for £54.99 on PC and £64.99 on consoles.
The third and final reason is that Remedy didn’t want to ship a physical version that would still require a digital download, like some modern games do.
‘We did not want to ship a disc product and have it require a download for the game – we do not think this would make for a great experience either,’ says Remedy.
Despite Remedy’s best efforts to spin this decision as a positive, Alan Wake fans are clearly angry and disappointed with the decision. Some are even swearing off the game entirely.
It’s also easy to imagine it wasn’t really Remedy’s choice and that the decision was made by publisher, and Fortnite creator, Epic Games.
Let’s also not forget that the original Alan Wake was struck from digital stores due to expired music rights; if the same ever happens to Alan Wake 2, then it’ll become completely inaccessible to anyone who hasn’t already bought it.
Alan Wake 2 launches for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC on October 17.
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Evidence has emerged that payment giant PayPal is creating a US dollar-backed stablecoin.
On the morning of January eight, the newspaper Bloomberg Reporters found numerous lines of code in PayPal’s iOS app referring to some thing named “PayPal Coin”. Accompanying data displays that the coin is a US dollar-backed stablecoin.
PayPal is exploring the rollout of its personal stablecoin, in accordance to the organization, which confirmed the advancement just after proof of the move was uncovered inside of its iPhone app. https://t.co/s9Ib61k0Xm
– Bloomberg (@company) January 8, 2022
However, commenting on the over findings, a PayPal spokesperson mentioned the over lines of code came from an inner organization hackathon, which was held a short while ago. Specifically, it is a competitors inside of the blockchain, cryptocurrency and digital currency division of PayPal to discover new remedies that have likely for the organization, but are not a hundred% certain that they will be implemented.
Even so, by replying to the interview CoinDesk In September, a PayPal rep acknowledged that the payment giant is targeted on stablecoin advancement and that if it decides to launch the plan, it will very first need to have to get a nod from US authorities.
PayPal is one particular of the far more crypto-pleasant names in the payments area. In November 2020, the organization announced that it would accept payments in four significant cryptocurrencies, namely Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Litecoin (LTC), and Bitcoin Cash (BCH), and then broaden to contain the app. portfolio in 2021.
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