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It is difficult to say what percentage of the tech industry is women because there is no clear definition of what constitutes the tech industry. Generally speaking, the tech industry includes companies that develop and commercialize technology, as well as companies that use technology to provide services or manufacture products.
There are a number of surveys and reports that have attempted to estimate the percentage of women working in the tech industry, but the results vary widely. A survey conducted by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2015 found that 26% of workers in the computer and mathematical occupations were women. However, a report from the National Center for Women & Information Technology found that, in 2016, only 26% of professional computing jobs were held by women.
It is clear that the tech industry has a gender diversity problem. While the exact percentage of women working in tech is difficult to determine, it is clear that women are underrepresented in the industry. There are a number of initiatives aimed at increasing the number of women in tech, such as programs that provide training and mentorship for women interested in careers in tech.


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February 20, 2013 7:54 PM | John Polson
Braid developer Jonathan Blow will bring The Witness to the PlayStation 4, he announced at Sony's press event today. Specifically, PlayStation 4 will be the only console The Witness will appear on during the game's "release window," Blow said.
Blow also revealed the game's first trailer at the PlayStation 4 event. The trailer is under heavy stress, but it is embedded after the jump.
The developer stated on Twitter that its blog "is completely hammered and inoperable due to the PlayStation 4 coverage," and it appears that the trailer may experience similar issues.
Blow clarifies on Twitter, "Because we are a small team, there was going to be a de facto console exclusive; we can only target so many platforms...So in terms of the consoles, we just had to pick which one we were going to be on first."
The trailer's YouTube page says that it "will be released on the PC, iOS, and PlayStation 4... and eventually, several other platforms." The initial release was last scheduled for some time in 2013.

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Four stationary charging stations for electric cars were installed in Kharkiv..
Owners of electric vehicles have the opportunity to find chargers at the following addresses:
- Ozeryanska Street, 62
- Prospect Traktorobudivnykiv 1B
- Chebysheva Street, 42
- Derevyanko Street, 19A
Another electric charger functions on the street Oshchepkova, 34 (Vysoke village, Kharkiv region).
For a complete list of charging stations for electric vehicles in Ukraine and in the world please check the map of Electrical refills.
The imported electric cars are becoming increasingly popular among our countrymen. Among the reasons – lack of harmful emissions, reliability and durability of the engine, the ability to charge from a conventional power supply, a high coefficient of efficiency.
It should be noted that earlier two charging stations were installed on the territory of the International Airport “Kharkiv”.


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|Thursday, 13 September 2012|
|BARCELO ANNOUNCES WINNER, EXTENDS PETRO-CANADA GAS PROMOTION|
|Lynn Larocque wins, promotion extended until Sept. 30|
Barcelo Hotels and Resorts has announced the winner of its Petro Canada Gar promotion. Lynn Larocque, Casselman Travel, Ontario was the winner for the week of September 3 and received a Barcelo Huatulco $25 Petro Canada gas card.|
Barcelo is also extending its promotion to Huatulco for two extra weeks. The promotion is valid for new bookings made up to Sept. 30, 2012 and applicable for stays from Nov. 1 to Dec. 23, 2012.


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Grocery stores are coming.
Locally owned grocer Cox Farms Market is expanding to Oak Cliff. The organic market, which has a store in Duncanville, has leased 11,000 square feet in the Sylvan Thirty development at Sylvan and Fort Worth Avenue, former site of the Alamo Motel. “With its focus on farm-fresh produce and natural food products, its local family heritage, diverse customer appeal and its strong history of community involvement, Cox Farms Market is the perfect anchor for our project,” Sylvan Thirty developer and East Kessler resident Brent Jackson says. “This is not your typical big-box retailer.” The original Cox Farms opened 20 years ago on South Main in Duncanville, and the Fort Worth Avenue store will be the company’s second. It is expected to open in fall 2012.
Walmart is also planning to move into our neighborhood. The mega-corporation plans to build a new store, smaller than its typical Neighborhood Market concept, on Fort Worth Avenue at Colorado, site of the former Colorado Place Apartments. Those apartments were torn down in 2009 to make way for a mixed-use development that never materialized. This is one of 15 new stores Walmart plans to open in Dallas.
In other grocery news, Urban Acres recently added a new prepared foods chef, Nicole Van Camp, formerly of Bolsa. Owner Steven Bailey says the food will be local, organic prepared food and will include meals such as grilled salmon or chicken, soup, roasted vegetables, a stir fry kit that can be heated at home and chili. “The way we’re trying to do it is whatever we’ve got coming in from the farms and the store, we’ll do something with it,” Bailey says. Van Camp is a vegetarian, so there will be many vegetarian menu items from which customers can choose. The store also has new business hours: weekdays 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 469.248.2270, urbanacres.wordpress.com, 1301 W. Davis.
A new consignment shop, Eclectic Studioz, recently opened in the Bishop Arts District. Owner Noreen Sheets has been planning to open her own shop for a year. Sheets says she used to work in a friend’s store similar to hers and she enjoyed meeting people and seeing the merchandise come in. “I just love talking to people and just having fun,” Sheets says. She chose a location in Oak Cliff because initially a friend had asked her to share a store space, and when she realized she wanted her own shop, she enjoyed the friendly atmosphere of the Bishop Arts District. “I live in Plano, and I’m amazed at how many people I already know just being here,” Sheets says. The store is open Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 469.644.9471, eclecticstudioz.com, 239 W. Seventh.
The 2011 Etsy Dallas team recently was announced. Some of the neighborhood members include Julie McCullough Kim, owner of Make Shop and Studio and Indie Genius, and founder of Etsy Dallas Stephanie Hindall, who is behindTefi Designs. The new team will be at the third annual Spring Bash April 30 at Southside on Lamar from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. The free event includes 60 artists and crafters, a DJ, full bar, DIY crafting, free photo booth, and $5 parking. There will be plenty of handmade items to purchase and the event is wheelchair, stroller and pet friendly. etsydallas.com.
Smoke restaurant chef Tim Byres recently won Food & Wine magazine’s title “The People’s Best New Chef” for the Southwestern region. Byres was the only Dallas chef nominated. 214.393.4141, smokerestaurant.com, 901 Ft. Worth.
Repotted will host a free class April 2 from noon-3 p.m. with guest speaker “Tropical John” Thomas. “He’ll do a two-hour talk on organic gardening, and then he’s going to spend two more hours after the talk helping customers, and he will tell them anything they want to know about any of the organic products we have and how to use them,” says shop co-owner Jamie Laws. Thomas will discuss common problems that can be overwhelming to a novice gardener, such as compost and pest problems. The shop’s spring and summer hours are weekdays 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday noon-5 p.m. 214.948.4770, repotted.co, 700 W. Davis.
Methodist Dallas Medical Center recently announced that Laura Irvine is taking over for former president Michael A. Mayo. Irvine began her career as an administrative resident at Methodist Dallas in 1996 and has served as vice president of Methodist Charlton and, most recently, as president of the Methodist Mansfield hospital since 2005. “They’re doing a search right now for a new president at Methodist Mansfield, where [Irvine] is president, and then as soon as that person is named, she’ll move over here,” says Kathleen Beathard, Methodist vice president of public relations and marketing. Currently, the Dallas interim president is executive vice president and chief of operations officer Pam Stoyanoff. “I think the community, once they know Irvine, they will be happy to have her working on their behalf,” Beathard says. “She’s known in her past role at Mansfield for being very active in the community, very involved in a lot of different initiatives, so the community can expect to see a lot of her.” 214.947.2900, methodisthealthsystem.org, 1441 N. Beckley.
Do you know of a neighborhood business renovating, expanding, moving, launching, hosting an event, celebrating an anniversary, offering a special or something else noteworthy? Send the information to firstname.lastname@example.org or call 214.292.0487.


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Everyday each of us lose about 50 to 100 hairs, but if you’re experiencing more than that or if you notice patches of baldness, that could be a sign that you are in the beginning stages of hair loss. While hereditary hair loss is a common type that over 80 million men and women in the United States suffer from, there is a type of hair loss that is on the rise, which is alopecia areata.
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease where the body attacks its own hair follicles. This causes smooth, round patches of hair loss on the scalp and other places on the body. While most people will see hair regrow, some individuals have treatments done that help regrow hair more quickly. Even when your hair grows back, you can lose it again. There is no cure for this disorder and the effects can be a devastating blow to one’s self-confidence.
Pharmaceutical companies have been working hard to find a remedy that will help men and women affected by this disorder. Two companies, Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc. are both in the process of testing a new drug which will be the first FDA-approved drug to treat alopecia areata.
Mid-stage trials for Concert Pharma’s drug were put on clinical hold by the FDA this week to request more data. This is a setback, but safety concerns were not raised. Aclaris Therapeutics says it has recently started mid-stage trials.
Currently there are options for those who suffer from alopecia areata which include hair care products that contain minoxidil, and FDA-approved ingredient that can stop hair loss and stimulate hair growth. There is also laser hair therapy that stimulates hair follicles to promote hair regrowth. There are also medical wigs that look incredibly natural and are designed feel comfortable all day. If you suffer from alopecia, you are not alone and until there is a cure available, you do have choices to restore your hair and your self-confidence.


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Vodafone is to add a video-sharing service to its Live! mobile phone portal.
The Vodafone Live! video service will allow customers with camera-enabled mobile phones to record and upload video to the site. Videos can be uploaded via MMS, or WAP, to the Live! portal.
Vodafone said it plans to introduce a system whereby users are paid a small amount each time their videos are downloaded.
Vodafone subscribers will be able to access the service using their mobile phone, as well as a computer.
The service is due to be launched at the CeBIT computer show in Hanover, Germany, in March.
During CeBIT, Vodafone also plans to launch a service through which its customers can use their handsets to cast votes, play games or watch shows via the Live! portal.


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Microsoft has confirmed to OXM it has delayed Kinect Star Wars and the awesome R2D2-inspired limited-edition Xbox 360 with Kinect bundle.
Both titles were originally slated for release this holiday season, and no new date has been provided.
"Microsoft and LucasArts have elected to move the launch of Kinect Star Wars beyond holiday 2011 to ensure the full potential of this title is realized," a spokesperson told the site. "This move applies to both the Kinect Star Wars stand-alone game and the Kinect Star Wars Limited Edition Console.
"We will communicate additional timing information at a later date."
While it has already been noted that there isn't a new date for the title, OXM seems to understand it will arrive sometime after the first of the year.
At any rate, we need to ask for something else besides that cool Xbox 360 for Christmas now.


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The fast food industry in California is facing a major change as a new state law that sets worker conditions and minimum wages up to $22 an hour for fast-food employees in the nation’s largest state is set to go to a referendum next year. The measure, known as the FAST Act, was signed last year by California Governor Gavin Newsom and was set to go into effect on January 1. On Tuesday, California’s Secretary of State announced that a petition to stop the law’s implementation had gathered enough signatures to qualify for a vote on the state’s 2024 general election ballot.
The closely-watched initiative could transform the fast-food industry in California and serve as a bellwether for similar policies in other parts of the country, proponents and critics of the measure argued. Chipotle, Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, McDonald’s, In-N-Out Burger, and KFC-owner Yum! Brands each donated $1 million to Save Local Restaurants, a coalition opposing the law. Other top fast-food companies, business groups, franchise owners, and many small restaurants also have criticized the legislation and spent millions of dollars opposing it.
The law is the first of its kind in the United States and authorized the formation of a 10-member Fast Food Council comprised of labor, employer, and government representatives to oversee standards for workers in the state’s fast-food industry. The council had the authority to set sector-wide minimum standards for wages, health and safety protections, time-off policies, and worker retaliation remedies at fast-food restaurants with more than 100 locations nationally. The council could raise the fast-food industry minimum wage as high as $22 an hour, versus a $15.50 minimum for the rest of the state. From there, that minimum would rise annually based on inflation.
Advocates of the law, including unions and labor groups, see this as a breakthrough model to improve pay and conditions for fast-food workers and overcome obstacles unionizing workers in the industry. They argue that success in California may lead other labor-friendly cities and states to adopt similar councils regulating fast-food and other service industries. Less than 4% of restaurant workers nationwide are unionized.
Opponents of the law say it’s a radical measure that would have damaging effects. They argue it unfairly targets the fast-food industry and will increase prices and force businesses to lay off workers, citing an analysis by economists at UC Riverside which found that if restaurant worker compensation increases by 20%, restaurant prices would increase by approximately 7%. If restaurant worker compensation increased by 60%, limited-service restaurant prices would jump by up to 22%, the study also found.
The fate of the law now rests in the hands of California voters, who will decide in the next general election whether or not to implement it. The outcome of the vote will have far-reaching implications for the fast food industry and its workers in California, as well as potentially serve as a model for other states looking to improve working conditions and wages for fast food workers.
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After a bankruptcy-induced, cream-filled spongecake drought, Twinkies are once again making their way to store shelves and are expected to be available as early as next week. But the secret ingredient that should give the snack-food icon staying power this time around isn’t what is in the Twinkie, itself.
It’s the make-up of the company that will be churning out the cream-filled treats, along with Hostess CupCakes, Ho Hos, Ding Dongs, Zingers, Suzy Qs, Sno Balls. All this, according to a report in today’s editions of The Wall Street Journal.
Gone are the union contracts and the $1.3 billion in debt that squeezed the old Hostess and helped lead to the liquidation of its brand, the paper reports. As a result, new Twinkie's owner and CEO C. Dean Metropoulos is seeking to aggressively grow Twinkie’s rectangular-shaped footprint by stepping up distribution, marketing an innovation.
"Wherever you find a Snickers bar or M&Ms, you should be able to find a Twinkie," Metropoulos, who has revived other iconic brands, including Pabst Blue Ribbon beer, tells the Wall Street Journal.


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AI-driven advanced analytics to empower merchants in the new retail era
Due to the severe impact of COVID-19 pandemic over the past six months, many retailers and brands have been forced to re-consider their operation strategies and prepare for more uncertainties down the road.
According to a report by international professional service firm Deloitte, around 96 percent of surveyed companies worldwide agreed that advanced analytics was vital to their organisations, with 49 percent asserting it would help in key decision-making processes. As the retail industry is facing tough challenges under the epidemic, retailers are eager to understand complex inventory management through big data. To support businesses going through this change, Chain of Demand created an AI-driven decision-making solution to set retailers on the right path.
Chain of Demand is a predictive analytics company. Seasoned team comprises professionals with retail industry backgrounds, and data scientists, some of them with experience in tracking SARS. The company helps businesses navigate the crisis with retail-focused insights and artificial intelligence-driven predictions. Chain of Demand offers retailers opportunities to integrate AI into their business seamlessly, thanks to the complimentary COVID-19 Retail Tracker that comes with the service. The module helps collect all kinds of retail related data under the epidemic. According to the company, the service has allowed clients to increase forecast accuracy by up to 85 percent, while the merchandise planning process has been profoundly streamlined by more than 168 times.
Thanks to Chain of Demand’s advanced analytics solution, companies are empowered to lead the new retail era with the knowledge and capability to manage their inventory effectively in the new retail era.
- An AI-driven decision solution helps companies to manage inventory through big data use
- Increased forecast accuracy by up to 85 percent
Chain of Demand is a predictive analytics company focused on the fashion industry to improve profitability, reduce inventory waste, and effectively formulate sustainable development strategies. Their exclusive AI algorithms make excellent use of big data to predict market demand, empowering retailers and brands to reduce markdowns, to improve bottom-line and sustainability of the operation.


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AMD's New Ryzen Embedded R1000 CPUs Fuel Diminutive Sapphire, Simply NUC Mini PCs
is rolling out a couple of new Ryzen Embedded R1000
system-on-chips (SoCs) to flesh out its existing lineup. The new entries slot in at the lower end and include the Ryzen Embedded R1305G and Ryzen Embedded R1102G. These new SoCs provide customers with a new thermal design power (TDP) range of 6-10 watts, whereas the previous two entries—Ryzen Embedded R1606G and Ryzen Embedded R1505G—both checked in at 12-25W.
The lower TPD range offered by the new models can lend themselves to fanless designs, which in turn can open new markets for the Ryzen Embedded R1000 family.
"AMD is ushering in a new age of high-performance computing for the embedded industry," said Rajneesh Gaur, corporate vice president and general manager, Embedded Solutions, AMD. "We are doing this with cutting-edge technology to display immersive graphics in 4K resolution with AMD Ryzen Embedded processors, and we are now offering access to high performance in power-efficient solutions with these new low-power Ryzen Embedded R1000 processors."
Starting with the beefier of the two, the Ryzen Embedded R1305G wields 2 cores and 4 threads with a 1.5GHz base frequency and a max 2.8GHz boost clock. It also sports 3 Vega
compute units (CUs) clocked at 0.8MHz to 1GHz. It has a configurable TDP range of 8-10W.
The lower end Ryzen Embedded Embedded R1102G features 2 cores and 2 threads clocked at 1.2GHz to 2.6GHz. It also has 3 Vega CUs clocked at the same 0.8MHz to 1GHz range. Its TDP checks in at 6W.
The Ryzen Embedded R1102G can power two individual displays, where as the rest of the lineup, including the Ryzen Embedded R1305G, can power up to three individual displays. All four Ryzen Embedded R1000 series SoCs are built around AMD's first-generation Zen
CPU architecture, with onboard Vega graphics.
In addition to the new SoCs, AMD said some more customers have jumped on board the Ryzen Embedded R1000 platform with mini PCs, including Sapphire and Simply NUC. As it pertains to Sapphire, the company announced new BP-FPS and NP-FPS products built around a 4x4 form factor, which Simply NUC took and shoved inside a pair of new mini PCs.
"With the AMD Ryzen Embedded processors, our goal is to provide customers with the seamless compute power needed for designers to achieve new levels of versatility and efficiency for embedded computing," said Stephen Turnbull, director of product management and business development, Embedded Solutions, AMD. "We are excited to see SAPPHIRE use the AMD Ryzen Embedded processors to deliver innovative products, such as the BP-FP5 and NP-FP5 embedded boards, delivering a stable balance of low power consumption and optimized performance for the embedded markets."
AMD says its new Ryzen Embedded R1000 processors will be available to order at the end of March.


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Hyundai announces availability of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in 2014
Hyundai just announced that beginning in the spring of 2014, they will make available hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in the limited US markets of Los Angeles and Orange County. Hyundai will offer these vehicles through selected dealers for $499/month over a 36 month term, with $2999 down. Perhaps the most interesting aspect of the offer is that the deal comes with unlimited free hydrogen refueling. That part of the deal is designed to remove any range anxiety of the potential buyer, something that continues to inhibit many who are considering buying electric vehicles. And if there is ever a problem with the fuel cell, Hyundai will pickup the vehicle and provide a loaner, then deliver the vehicle back to the customer’s home or business at no charge after the service is complete.
The initial set of dealers are in Tustin, Anaheim, Carson, and Van Nuys. More Hyundai dealers will follow as the program gains traction and spreads across the US as more hydrogen refueling stations are made available. According to the California Station Map, in California there are currently 9 hydrogen fueling stations available to the public, 19 hydrogen fueling stations in development, and 12 stations that are private or for demonstration purposes.
The announcement from Hyundai touts the advantages of fuel cell vehicles, calling them the next generation of electric vehicles. Not only do these vehicles provide a 300 mile driving range, comparable to petroleum based vehicles, but they are rated lower than electric vehicles for their well-to-wheel emissions rating. And here’s the kicker for the c-store fuel manager: these vehicles are capable of refueling in under 10 minutes, “similar to gasoline”, according to the Hyundai announcement.
No doubt this is a program geared toward the early adopter. And it’s not likely that next year will be the year to add hydrogen fuel to your fuels portfolio. But it is an important milestone to record; from here on in we will watch the reality of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles unfold into mainstream.
Yet to be determined: what kind of margins can the retail fuel marketer expect to see in a hydrogen fuel offering?


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Marksman Design has developed branding for Sinnamon, a premium cider due to be launched next month by FD Brands. Marksman creative and managing director Bharat Parmar says: ‘Cinnamon is traditionally a cold weather product for autumn and winter, while cider is completely the opposite. Therefore, it was a bit of a tough nut to crack, but it was an exciting product which needed a very different approach.’ FD Brands is planning to introduce three more flavoured ciders in the future, which Marksman Design will again be naming and branding.
A new gallery devoted to the intersection of science and art has opened with its first exhibition, Hooked, which delves into the psychology behind addictions, from drugs to gambling and
From colourful, decorative wall-tape aimed at renters through to a way to capture memories of lost loved ones – we round-up some of the best exhibition stalls at this year’s
As Carlsberg unveils a sleek new branding design this month, alongside updated packaging that looks to reduce its plastic waste production, we speak to Taxi Studio about how the beer
The £50m refurbishment project has been led by architectural firm Stanton Williams, and features areas that the public can use without having to buy a ticket to a performance.


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One Call of Duty fan has gotten so tired of the hackers and cheats plaguing Warzone that they’ve decided to make their own version of the battle royale, complete with Roze skins!
Despite the best efforts and ban waves from Activision and Raven Software, hackers are still pretty prevalent in Warzone lobbies.
Whether it’s something as simple as a wallhack and aimbot, even cheaters themselves can’t avoid running into someone who has hacks on their side.
While many fans have opted to play something else – with many switching to Apex Legends – there are some who have stuck around. Though, for one fan, they’ve used the cheating epidemic as a chance to develop their own version of Warzone, and it’s actually pretty spot on.
The creative idea comes from Usman Siddiqui, who created a ‘Warzone clone’ in 48 hours and it’s actually not too far away from the real thing.
Showing off the creation on YouTube, Usman has got the Warzone hud, weapons, floor loot, buy stations, and supply boxes down to a tee – even getting the sound effect from when you open a box during a match.
To really put it over the top, the bot enemies are dressed up in those pesky Roze skins, so as you attempt to grab a victory, you can get some payback on those annoying outfits.
Since showing off his creation to the Warzone community, Usman has gotten plenty of support and praise. “I’d play yours before I’d install Warzone again! LoL,” said one player. “From the looks of it, I’d like to play this game,” added another.
While the mod might not be as polished as the real thing, it’s hard not to tip your cap to the CoD for what he’s been able to achieve by himself and with only two days of work. It’ll be interesting to see if it goes any further.


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New awards scheme recognises brands and their agency and media partners.
Dame Carolyn McCall, the chief executive of ITV, is to be the chair of judges for Campaign’sinaugural Brand Leadership and Partnership Awards.
The new awards scheme recognises and celebrates brands and their agency and media partners for their work in leading the industry and their chosen sector.
ISBA, the trade body for advertisers, and the IPA, the trade body for agencies, are supporting Campaign’s BLPs in recognition of the importance of industry leadership and collaboration.
Brands and their partners will be able to enter the awards, with judging taking place at the end of summer, ahead of a lunchtime awards ceremony in November.
There are several marketer-only leadership categories, including CMO of the Year, and more than a dozen sector-specific partnership categories, including automotive, financial services, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, retail and travel.
For the partnership categories, the winning entry will receive two trophies: one is awarded to the brand that is showing leadership in its chosen field, and a second to its agency or media partner, which has been key to helping the client achieve its strategic aims.
McCall, who is one of the UK’s most experienced business leaders, has been the chief executive of ITV since 2018. She is a former chief executive of both easyJet and of Guardian Media Group and was made a DBE in 2016.
“I am delighted to be the chair of Campaign’sinaugural Brand Leadership and Partnership Awards,” McCall said. “Businesses have a vital role in driving positive change and they can achieve so much more when they collaborate with partners, as we have seen during the pandemic.
“I am looking forward to the judging process and seeing all of the brilliant work that brands have been doing with their agency and media partners and beyond – because great leadership and partnership are key to delivering business results as well as building a more sustainable, equitable world.”
Gideon Spanier, UK editor-in-chief of Campaign,said: “For brands to succeed in today’s demanding and fast-changing marketing world, they need inspirational leadership and a willingness to collaborate with industry partners, which is why Campaign has created the Brand Leadership and Partnership Awards. We want to recognise and celebrate the companies that are leading the way, in collaboration with your agency and media partners, in building your brands, driving business success and creating positive change.”
The judges of the BLPs will be a mix of client-side business leaders and marketers, agency chief executives and chief strategy officers, and leaders from media owners and platforms.
For further information about Campaign’s Brand Leadership and Partnership Awards, contact email@example.com
Visit the awards website, here.


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A possible strike at 15 east coast ports, including the Port of New York and New Jersey, is worrying businesses across the country, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.
Since March, the International Longshoremen’s Association has been negotiating with the US Maritime Alliance Ltd., which represents ports and shipping companies, and a major roadblock is the Alliance’s desire to cap bonus payments made to the union that’s meant to supplement workers’ salaries and health care, the Journal reported. As many as 14,650 longshoremen are prepared to walk off the job when the current contract expires December 29 at midnight, according to the report.
Port authorities are not a party to the negotiations, but they are watching closely. The Journal quoted an official from the Georgia Ports Authority in Savannah saying that a strike would cut Georgia’s port traffic by 80 percent. Marketplace’s audio report (embedded below) added that nearly half of the cargo shipped to and from the United States goes through these ports, while the Houston Business Journal quoted a trucking firm vice-president saying that some of the traffic might re-route to California, which could potentially alter supply chains permanently.
The Houston Chronicle reported that the ILA sent its members a memo which said a strike on December 30 is “expected”. Should they strike, union members would still handle some types of goods. The Chronicle said cargo that fits in shipping containers would not be handled, while items too large to fit in the containers and perishable goods would be loaded and unloaded.
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According to a recent report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “e-suv market by propulsion, type, and seating capacity: global opportunity analysis and industry forecast, 2021–2030,” The global e-SUV market was valued at $35.57 billion in 2020, and is projected to reach $252.72 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 25.1%. Asia-Pacific was the highest revenue contributor, accounting for $13.93 billion in 2020, and is estimated to reach $111.07 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 27.0%.
Changing consumer perspective toward improved vehicle safety, high integration of high-end technologies in vehicles, and government policies to promote electrified vehicles are key factors that drive demand for e-SUVs. On the basis of type, global market is divided into compact crossover, crossover, mid-size, and full size. The compact crossover segment holds a leading share in the global market, owing to growth in consumer preference toward compact SUV solutions with compact sizes and designs as it is mid solution between sedan passenger vehicles and large sports utility vehicles. Moreover, battery electric SUVs are being popular amongst the end users, owing to its operational competence along with low noise and optimum fuel efficiency.
Region wise, Asia-Pacific dominated the market share as well as it is expected to be a growth leader in the global e-SUV market. U.S. is expected to be a leader in the North America market during the forecast period owing to growing penetration of the electric vehicles and growing inclination towards utility vehicles. India, Germany and China serve as the emerging market for eSUV. The global e-SUV market is a fairly consolidated market with limited number of players holding majority of the market share in the global market. Majority of the market participants are strategically involved in product launch, point venture, and product development activities.
COVID-19 Impact Analysis
- The COVID impact on the e-SUV market is unpredictable, and is expected to remain in force till the first to second quarter of 2021.
- Adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic have resulted in delays in activities and initiatives regarding development of innovative e-SUV products globally.
- The COVID-19 outbreak forced governments across the globe to implement strict lockdowns and made social distancing mandatory to contain the spread of the virus. Consequently, several organizations started the work from home programs. This led to sudden fall in demand for e-SUV use across the globe.
- Moreover, nationwide lockdowns forced e-SUV manufacturers to partially or completely shut their operations.
Key Findings Of The Study
- By propulsion, the hybrid vehicle segment is expected to register significant growth during the forecast period.
- By type, compact crossover segment is projected to lead the global market in terms of market share by the end of the forecast period.
- By Seating Capacity, the 6 seater and above segment is projected to lead the global market, in terms of market share, by the end of the forecast period.
- By region, Asia-pacific dominated the global e-SUV market in 2020 in terms of market share.
Key players operating in the global e-SUV market include BMW Group, BYD Company Limited, Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company, Groupe Renault, Honda Motor Co., Ltd, Kia Corporation, Tata Motors, Tesla, Volkswagen AG, and Volvo Car Corporation.


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Samsung Elec shares rise 2 percent after third-quarter earnings boost outlook
SEOUL (Reuters) - Shares in Samsung Electronics rose 2 percent on Monday, driven by expectations that the South Korean technology giant will continue to post solid earnings after its record-high profit in the July to September period, analysts said.
Some analysts raised their target prices for Samsung, expecting a strong recovery in its memory chip business to help offset slowing growth of smartphone profits in the coming quarters.
Samsung shares rose as much as 2 percent to 1,478,000 Korean won ($1,400) per share, the highest intraday level in a week.
(Reporting by Hyunjoo Jin and Jungmin Jang; Editing by Richard Pullin)
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DENVER, December 07, 2022 - Frndly TV, the leading affordable live TV provider for the whole family, today announced the service has topped the 700,000 subscriber mark.
“This is another banner day in the growth of Frndly TV,” said Bassil El-Khatib, Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Frndly TV. “We have focused on providing the best live TV service available at the most affordable price. We have more than tripled our channel offering and have done so with only a single $1 price increase since our launch.”
In topping 700,000 subscribers, Frndly TV has had subscriber growth of approximately 40% over the past year (in November 2021, Frndly TV announced it past the 500,000-subscriber mark).
Frndly TV is a small, employee-owned, independent streaming service that continues to grow while competing against other vMVPDs controlled by global media conglomerates. It has achieved this feat using disciplined marketing and programming tactics that deliver growth in an economic and sustainable manner.
Added Michael McKenna, Co-founder and Chief Programming Officer of Frndly TV: “One of our philosophies in creating Frndly TV was to work hand-in-hand with our programmers in bringing consumers who were priced out of the larger linear video bundles back into the pay TV ecosystem. The by-product of the limited offering is that our targeted subscribers are loyal to both Frndly TV and its programming partners. The result is higher viewing consumption of our partners’ content and lower churn for Frndly TV.”
Frndly TV has seen steady growth since its launch in October 2019 thanks to:
For 2022, Frndly TV has seen increased engagement in the platform with viewership per subscriber up almost 10% vs. 2021. Reactivations have increased 33% versus 2021. And, annual subscriptions have grown to more than 22% of Frndly TV customers.
We have focused on providing the best live TV service available at the most affordable price. We have more than tripled our channel offering and have done so with only a single $1 price increase since our launch. - Bassil El-Khatib, Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Frndly TV
About Frndly TV
Frndly TV is the first sub-$10 live, over-the-top television service built from the ground up with the American consumer in mind. Starting at only $6.99/mo., Frndly TV offers 40+ top-rated live TV networks including Hallmark Channel, A&E®, the History Channel™, Game Show Network, INSP, Lifetime®, UPtv, Curiosity Stream, The Weather Channel, GAC Family and others. Frndly TV delivers programming the whole family can enjoy at a price the whole family can love. For more information, visit www.frndlytv.com.


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Jerome Powell, president of the United States Federal Reserve (Fed), made a series of appreciations regarding Bitcoin (BTC) and spoke of the possibility of issuing a digital dollar in the future.
In recent months, the growth in the price of BTC was mainly due to its institutional and retail adoption as a store of value, that is, as savings. However, the leaders of the crypto ecosystem aspire for the leading crypto currency to achieve global adoption that turns it into an everyday payment method. In that regard, Powell commented:
“Bitcoin is essentially a substitute for gold instead of the dollar”
The US official explained that BTC “lacks key ingredients that would make it a useful currency,” so he does not see its inclusion in the financial system as a means of payment viable, to exchange for goods and services.
On the other hand, Powell singled out stable coins as a “superior” digital asset, emphasizing that it owes its credibility to the backing of the dollar. In a webinar organized by the Bank for International Settlements, he took the opportunity to slip that it is necessary to start developing regulatory frameworks for new financial tools.
“Stable coins may have a role to play with proper regulation, but that role will not be to form the basis of a new global monetary system,” Powell added.
Regarding the possibility of developing a digital dollar, the Fed president explained that a prior and careful “review” by the government and the general public is necessary to determine its acceptance and its applications.


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The Chinese video app Tiktok is threatened with new problems in the USA. The commissioner of a supervisory authority accuses the platform of forwarding US user data to Beijing. He substantiates his allegations with secret recordings of Tiktok employees.
A senior FCC member has called on Apple and Google to remove Tiktok from their app stores. In an open letter, FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr justified his move with blatant data protection violations. "Tiktok acts as a sophisticated surveillance tool that hoards vast amounts of personal and sensitive data," Carr writes. People in Beijing could access it "unhindered".
Users can record and distribute short videos via the Tiktok social media platform. It is especially popular with young people. Tiktok's parent company is the Chinese company Bytedance, in which the government in Beijing holds shares. "Tiktok collects everything from search history to keystrokes to biometrics, including fingerprints [...] and voice recordings," Carr writes.
He bases his allegations on voice recordings by Bytedance employees that the news portal Buzzfeed published. It follows that information from Americans was repeatedly accessed from Beijing, although Tiktok claims to only store data from the USA there. "Everything is seen in China," said a Tiktok official.
Tiktok is repeatedly confronted with data protection allegations. In his letter, Carr also refers to previous proceedings against Tiktok. Last year, the company paid $92 million to settle a lawsuit. At that time, dozens of plaintiffs accused the platform of secretly transferring large amounts of data to Chinese servers. Former US President Donald Trump had already tried to ban the app from the USA in 2020 - without success.
Carr is now personally calling on the heads of Apple and Google to remove Tiktok because the platform violates data protection standards. The companies have until July 8 to respond. Carr did not mention possible consequences if the deadline expires. The request is unusual because the FCC does not have direct jurisdiction over app store content.
Tiktok rejects the accusation of treating stored data carelessly. A spokeswoman said that while employees outside of the United States, including China, can be granted access to US user data, they can only do so "as needed" and under "strict controls."


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Polymers are everywhere, and in the modern world, many of them are manmade: materials such as polyethylene, nylon and PVC are part of our daily experience. EU-funded researchers have developed solutions to make polymer production in the chemical industry more efficient and more sustainable.
Published: 5 January 2017
Catalysts transform carbon-derived chemicals into ingredients for products that people use every day. EU-funded researchers have identified new enzymes and processes for low-waste bio-based catalysts - supporting chemical-based industries to use resources sustainably.
Published: 3 November 2016
Advances in nanomaterials hold the promise of new, better, more competitive products. The EU-funded 2DInterFOX project is seeking new insights into their behaviour - the results could help manufacturers develop new electronic and energy-related products, potentially boosting their competitiveness.
Published: 5 July 2016
The AircraftFire project is helping aircraft manufacturers and regulators better plan for and prevent fires with new aircraft designs that use composite materials. The data and integrated tool for predicting the consequences of an on-board fire are already available to manufacturers and regulators.
Published: 4 July 2016
For once, the clue is not in the name: Roman cement was not invented in Rome. But it is indeed cement, and more specifically one that was widely used in the 19th century. Many a European city prides itself on the architectural heritage shaped by Roman cement mortar, which has since fallen from grace. EU-funded research has paved the way for a revival.
Published: 14 June 2016
Guidelines for making concrete from recycled ingredients could help the construction industry reduce its environmental impact. An EU-funded project developed the guidelines based on tests of recycled concrete, recycled steel from old tires and natural fibres from sisal.
Published: 9 June 2016
The EU-funded BrightWall project has created a translucent concrete wall that allows in natural lighting without the associated loss of heat. This could help Europe cut its electricity usage to save money, conserve the environment and strengthen the economy.
Published: 10 May 2016
The T-REX project is sending outdated business practices the way of the dinosaurs by showing how closer cooperation between manufacturers and their clients can save resources and boost productivity. Up to 50% gains have been achieved thanks to real-time equipment performance-monitoring implemented by a Spanish project partner.
Published: 7 January 2016
Weather cladding and external wall panels made of flax, jute, and a resin from sugar cane waste? Yes indeed, if you want a durable, low-carbon solution... EU-funded researchers have developed innovative biocomposites based on such materials and demonstrated their potential in construction.
Published: 8 September 2015
With the help of EU research funding, three small businesses have been able to take a concept for more efficient, cheaper types of paints for hazardous, explosive work areas, develop innovative products, and successfully bring them to market. The new paints also eliminate the need for the metal particles and solvents normally used in such products - removing a potential health hazard.
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August 1st was a momentous day for frequent flyers: American Airlines became the last of the major carriers to switch to a revenue-based system for awarding points. That’s good news for business and first-class fliers: spend more money, get more points.
But it’s terrible for anyone in economy — or anyone who lucked into a good deal: spend less, get less. Luck into a cheap ticket to Japan, and what would have been a points bonanza — Japan is far! — might not net you much more than a pricy domestic ticket. American even rubbed some salt in the wound just last week by further cutting points accrual on some of its partner flights. Grousing has come from all corners of the frequent-flying Internet (sample headline: “10 Reasons I’m Considering Breaking Up With American“).
So what’s the solution?
In an interview with industry journal Skift, Brian “The Points Guy” Kelly says the news is, indeed, bad. But not apocalyptic. That’s because passengers still have a compelling way to accumulate points — it’s just not in an airplane cabin. The new game: points-allocating credit cards. These days, more points accrue from cards than flights.
For what it’s worth, Kelly told us last year that his card of choice is the Chase Sapphire Card. Still loyal to American? You want an AAdvantage/Citi card or their Aviator from Barclaycard. Chase offers a MileagePlus card for United, while Delta pairs with Amex for its SkyMiles credit card. Each one provides some mix of points, free bags and priority boarding.
The game isn’t over, but the way to win has changed. Keep up, and you’ll do fine. As Kelly noted, he just flew Singapore Airline’s Suite Class for $23.
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It looks like meat, but it is not meat. Do not call it meat then. COPA and COGECA, the two leading associations representing European farmers, have been focusing attention again on debate about meat sounding. The industry players have launched a communication campaign, called Ceci N’est Pas un Steak, to inspire the European Parliament. The aim “is not to hinder these products market”; it is rather to set “some clear guidelines about name classification”, in order to safeguard buyers and make them fully aware of what they are actually eating. It cannot be appropriate, in other words, simply applying the “vegan” adjective to a type of meat in order to sell something which is not actually meat.
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The European Parliament has been engaged in such discussion for over a year. Yet, talks to set the new OCM guidelines, to regulate and define a correct use of terms, are, for the umpteenth time, at a dead end. That is why the two associations have launched a new communication campaign, called Ceci N’est Pas un Steak. Farmers’ representatives asked the European Parliament to closely consider and assess the impact and consequences of such terminological generalization, which might bring about, in their opinion, a misleading marketing.
“Europe’s livestock industry does not aim at fighting against such development. We simply want to safeguard the job of millions of European farmers and livestock workers, which must be respected and acknowledged – pointed out Jean-Pierre Fleury, president of COPA and COGECA –. Speaking my mind, what we observe is a clear example of cultural diversion. In fact, some marketing agencies make use of it intentionally to mislead buyers by promoting the idea that replacing a product with another one will not have any impact on nutritional value. Although the journey is paved with good intentions, it is bound to open the door to further confusing terms which will come up in the future”.
- “Made of vegan leather is more sustainable”: one more joins the number…
- Sustainability: Kering’s choice to name (vegan) Emma Watson
- Italy’s Council of Ministers approves the “Leather” decree


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Less than three years after it opened, Arkansas’ only Del Frisco’s Grille location is closing its doors for good. The upscale dining restaurant at the Chenal Promenade will hold its final dinner service on Sunday, June 10. A manager for the restaurant says the staff will hold a small goodbye party for their regular guests and fans that evening. Until the restaurant closes, all beer, wine and liquor is 50 percent off, which is quite a bargain. The property’s ownership says it is in talks with another group to take over the space, though they declined to say who that group is. The Dallas-based Del Frisco’s Grille chain has more than two-dozen franchises stretching from Massachusetts to Southern California.
After undergoing some extensive renovations, West Little Rock’s B-Side Bistro is open once again, this time under a new name. The menu and logo both read “The Happy Egg,” thought the restaurant’s Facebook page is still listed as B-Side. The brunch favorite closed for nearly two weeks to remodel the dining room and spruce up the look and feel of the space. The menu is still largely unchanged, including the charming bacon-wrapped French toast kebabs. B-Side Bistro (or The Happy Egg) is closed on Monday and Tuesday, but open from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
David’s Burgers is celebrating the opening of its tenth location in Central Arkansas. The local mini-chain opened the doors at its second Conway spot, at Lewis Crossing on Amity Road. Conway was the first David’s Burgers location to open back in 2012, and since then the excellent burger joint has opened restaurants in Little Rock, Cabot, Maumelle, Bryant and its flagship spot in North Little Rock. Believe it or not, David’s isn’t the biggest locally owned restaurant chain in Central Arkansas. That would be Shark’s Fish and Chicken, which has at least 12 locations.
Not many places care as much about wine as Petit and Keet. To mark the official start of summer, all this month Petit and Keet is holding Rosé Wednesdays. Called “Summer of Rosé,” each features a flight of three rosé wines for $14. The wine staff will be changing up the selections each week, so you can expect something different every time you go in. Summer of Rosé kicks off today and every Wednesday in June at 4 p.m. and goes until closing time at 10 p.m.
Tickets are still available for tomorrow evening’s Urban Farm Fest at Heifer International. This week we previewed the event and explained why Urban Farm Fest could be Heifer’s signature event going forward.
If you only ate at new restaurants the rest of the year, you could still get in at least a dozen before 2019 rolls around. Check out our rundown of newly opened and still-to-come restaurants looking to make their mark on Arkansas’ food scene.


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YouTube’s TikTok-like Shorts feature is rolling out in beta in the United States
TikTok has caused a massive ripple in the social media space. It managed to popularize the concept of short videos, similarly to what Vine made several years ago, and made it global, with the Android app having over 1 billion installs. And while companies like Facebook have already come out with their own alternatives, such as Instagram Reels, TikTok still manages to hold the crown for itself, despite tensions with other companies and even country bans and attempted bans from countries like India (where the app is completely banned) and the United States (where a ban was attempted). It has also spawned plenty of alternatives, with one of them being YouTube Shorts. YouTube Shorts were announced last year, and they are now rolling out in a beta stage to consumers in the United States.
YouTube first announced that this beta would be rolling out stateside in March as per chief product officer Neal Mohan (via The Verge). The feature first rolled out in India (where, again, TikTok is banned) several months ago when it was announced in September 2020 and has seen great success; the YouTube Shorts player apparently receives up to 3.5 billion views every day. It’s no surprise, then, that Google is rushing to roll it out in other markets as well. TikTok is forecasted to surpass 1 billion monthly active users in 2021. Furthermore, a big chunk of TikTok’s install base is in the United States, and Google is looking to tackle TikTok head-on with this feature.
While the Shorts beta was initially forecasted to roll out in the US in March, it seems like we may have gotten it a little bit earlier, as it’s already live on our end. A stateside release can also mean a potentially close global rollout, although Google is no stranger to region-exclusive features, so we may have to wait a little bit longer. Google has not yet provided a timetable on when the feature will roll out to everyone, as the beta will evidently only roll out to a select few, but it’ll probably be sooner than later.
If the feature is not available yet on your end, rolling into the beta program or downloading and sideloading a beta APK (which you can grab right here) should do the trick.


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Realme has already revealed that it will launch the Realme Buds Air on December 17 alongside the Realme XT 730G (rebranded Realme X2). What it has not revealed so far is the price of the Buds. That, however, is no more a mystery as the landing page of the same on Flipkart has accidentally revealed as to what the price of the Realme Buds Air is going to be.
Realme Buds Air price leaked ahead of December 17 launch
Though the Realme Buds Air got listed on Flipkart in the morning itself, it was only a few hours ago that the product page accidentally went live which gave us a glimpse of its price – INR 4,999. This is how much the Realme Buds Air would cost in India. It is worth noting that the alleged price is almost one-third of the price of the Apple AirPods the Realme Buds Air resemble.
Here are the shots that were taken from the Flipkart product page:
If the price is indeed correct, the Realme Buds Air are clearly going to be priced pretty aggressively.
The Realme Buds Air are going to be launched in three color variants – Black, White, and Yellow. The truly wireless earbuds will have touch controls and will feature a built-in voice assistant.
Meanwhile, we got a report surrounding the potential collaboration between Realme and LucasFilm to bring about a custom Realme X2 Star Wars Edition. In case you want to know more about the device, you can head to our existing coverage of the same.
What are your thoughts on the upcoming Realme Buds Air? Do let us know in the comments section below.


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Laura Ashley sofas now available at DFS
Home and lifestyle brand Laura Ashley now has a retail listing with the DFS sofa retailer.
DFS has introduced six classic Laura Ashley sofa designs to its range, including the Lynden and Marford, as well as a selection of footstools in 95 colours and styles.
Inspired by the heritage of the Laura Ashley archive, the sofa range can also be personalised with a selection of colours, fabrics, and foot options.
Laura Ashley said the move will extend its brand reach and introduce the product range to more consumers. The news comes as the brand prepares to celebrate its 70th anniversary next year.
Carolyn D’Angelo, managing director, Gordon Brothers Brands and president of Laura Ashley Global, said: “This launch marks an exciting milestone for the business as it is the first time our sofas will be available to buy from DFS. We look forward to introducing our sofa range to DFS customers, while offering our existing customers a new place to shop.”
With prices starting from £1,200, the sofa range will include six styles in 27 colourways, with up to five free swatches available to order.
Kellie Wyles, DFS head of upholstery and brands, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome Laura Ashley to DFS’ portfolio of brands. Our passion for balancing comfort and style with great value for money is the driving force behind our success so we’re confident the Laura Ashley sofa range will be hugely popular with our customers and we’re looking forward to what our partnership will bring.”


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A year after exiting BlackBerry, Thorsten Heins weighs in on his time at the smartphone maker and dishes on his current phone.
During the two-week campaign, proceeds from the sales of 25 apps with exclusive new content will be donated to fight the disease.
With new leadership and a $12 million funding round, the taxi-hailing app guns for ride-sharing rivals like Uber and Lyft.
Silicon Valley investor Adam Draper is refocusing his accelerator program solely on bitcoin, in hopes of taking the currency mainstream.
Thorsten Heins, who departed BlackBerry in late 2013, will now lead a wireless-charging company on the cusp of its global expansion.
Biotech startup Suneris has developed a plant-based polymer it says functions like "Lego building blocks for the body," drastically reducing the amount of time it takes to stop a wound from bleeding.
An expansion into China could put BlackBerry's security reputation at risk, John Chen tells Reuters.
Yishan Wong leaves community-curated news site after disagreement over location and cost of new office space, the company says.
Spotify's Daniel Ek says the world's top subscription streaming-music service added 2.5 million paying members in fewer than six months and has returned a total of $2 billion to the music industry.
Marcelo Claure says he's on a mission to make it clear that Sprint stands for the best value in wireless.


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San Antonio's snap-happy residents invited to upload and uplift at new downtown selfie studio
Starting this spring, social media-savvy San Antonians will have a new spot to snap selfies.
Palm 91, in St. Paul Square, is shooting to open its doors to Instagram-shooters during the last week of March or early April. The first floor of the 1120 East Commerce building is in production to become a phone photographer play land, decked out with eight aesthetically pleasing backdrops and installations, owner Dustin Ray told mySA.com.
Unlike other businesses in the growing selfie studio trend, Palm 91 is not a pop-up. With a long-term lease signed, it intends to be a permanent spot for locals and downtown visitors to take advantage of.
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Palm 91 themes will change seasonally, but will center around San Antonio and Lone Star State culture. Visitors can hop inside an 8-foot cowboy boot with a Texas flag design or say "Hola Y'all" from San Antonio with a picture in front of a wall Palm 91 collaborated with Texas Humor on.
Guests will have an hour to use the space that is illuminated with phone photographers in mind. Ray said he paid "special attention" to lighting and consulted with professional photographers to ensure customers would be able to snap a quality picture with ease.
While Palm 91 visitors will have everything they need to take a glossy photo, Ray said he hopes his business will serve as a platform for clients to share their candid life stories in the usually filtered world of social media.
Ray said opening Palm 91 is a "polar opposite" from his career as a ranch broker. The idea came out of the adversity he endured last year.
"Trauma has a way of doing that," he said. "What we're really hoping is that is serves as a platform for guests to share obstacles they've overcome and as a place where they can use to encourage others."
Palm 91 is being designed to be an environment that is "encouraging and promotes positive self image, self-worth." Ray hopes the first guests will upload and uplift, so the images from the studio can set the stage for more inspiration.
"That's really what it's all about," he said.
Along with picture-taking, the space also offers opportunity for private event hosting. Eventually groups will be able to take advantage of the patio, which boasts views of the Tower of Americas.
Ray is also excited about the East Commerce location, which gives Palm 91 the chance to be the entry point to St. Paul Square as well as close to downtown San Antonio.
Once Palm 91 opens, snap-happy guests will be able to book their hour session in person. Ray is expecting prices to be $25 for adults, $10 for pets and free for kids 10 and younger. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to non-profits, like the Children's Bereavement Center, Ray said.
The veteran-owned business will also offer free admission to basic training graduates in their uniforms, so they can get a keepsake photo with their family to honor their accomplishment.
Get a sneak peek in the gallery above.


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Blockchain technology is already being integrated into the online poker market, with many sites now accepting cryptocurrency payments. Now, there ate two companies that want to take things a lot further by expanding the reach of blockchain into land-based gaming world, as DeClub and Wide Rich Global makes plans to launch a blockchain casino system in Macau that will link online and land-based gaming destinations.
Together, Wide Rich Global and DeClub will build a blockchain-backed casino with funds from an initial coin offering (ICO) that aims to raise $1 billion. Once the sale of DEC tokens is completed, DeClub will apply for a Macau Junket Promoter license and aim to acquire several land-based casinos in Macau. 35% of the total has been raised so far, and the companies plan to expand their reach to acquire land-based venues in other Asian countries and across the Caribbean. Over time, the network will include a wide range of land-based venues that are all linked across a blockchain network.
The DEC coin will then be launched as a way to carry out transactions at both online and land-based casinos. Players will be able to convert DEC into other types of cryptocurrencies, and stablecoins will be offered as a way to help power the online casinos that are integrated with the online casinos.
This isn’t the first time that a land-based venture has attempted to make blockchain gaming technology work. In 2017, Dragon Corp’s ICO aimed to raise $500 million for its Dragon Coin. The money raised was to be used to build a floating casino. While it looking like a promising idea, the main contractor pulled out and the plan fell apart.
Since Wide Rich and DeClub aim to raise $1 billion, they are taking twice the chance and they could be setting themselves up for a big fall. However, since they are already over a third of the way to their goal, it may be a more successful venture than Dragon Coin.
Blockchain is considered a great match for the online gaming market, as it presents players with a way to interact with venues in a transparent manner. The same pros can be applied to the land-based casino market, as well, which would also link the two types of gaming in a “pan-gambling business ecosystem”.
Should a gambling site run on blockchain technology, all transactions must be verified using a public ledger. The ledger cannot be edited or manipulated which means that no fraud can take place on the network, adding another layer of safety to the gaming world.
There is definitely huge potential for blockchain technology to change both the online and land-based gambling markets. DeClub and Wide Rich are taking the first step towards this revolution, and only time will tell if they will be successful.


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- 29 Mar 1603:44 PMGlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd is looking at launching two or three combination vaccines in India in the near future, to address a host of paediatric disease.
- 31 Oct 1502:57 PMThe company had posted a net profit of Rs 128.67 crore for the same period a year ago, GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals said in a filing to BSE.
- 01 Oct 1512:52 AMGlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals has announced completion of its transaction with Novartis India today where GSK India acquires Novartis' vaccines business and divests its marketed oncology portfolio to Novartis India.
- 31 Jul 1503:28 PMGlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals today reported 5.09 per cent decline in its net profit at Rs 93.28 crore for the first quarter ended June 30, hit by supply constraints.
- 09 May 1512:36 AMThe company had reported a net profit of Rs 172 crore in the same quarter a year ago.
- 03 Feb 1504:00 PMThe company had posted a net profit of Rs 79.75 crore in the same period of previous year, GlaxoSmithkline Consumer Healthcare (GSKCH) said in a filing to the BSE.
- 23 Jan 1512:39 PMShares of GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals has surged 11% to Rs 3,480 on back of heavy volumes. The stock opened at Rs 3,150 and touched a new high of Rs 3,518 on BSE so far.
- 29 Dec 1412:17 AMDuring the acute slowdown in 2009, almost every major FMCG company in India reacted in the same manner.
- 02 Dec 1401:53 PMShares of select pharmaceutical companies Sun Pharma Advanced Research Company (SPARC), Wockhardt, GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals, Indoco Remedies and Natco Pharma have rallied between 5-10% on back of heavy volumes in otherwise subdued market on BSE.
- 06 Nov 1402:06 PMGlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals today reported 27.45% rise in its standalone net profit at Rs 128.67 crore for the third quarter ended September.
- 21 Sep 1412:04 AMOn Friday morning, China woke up to news that homegrown e-commerce giant Alibaba had raised $21.8 billion in its initial public offering - the largest by any company in the US.
- 19 Aug 1405:35 AMGSK Pharmaceuticals has been underperforming peers for the last few quarters and this does not look likely to change if the June quarter results are anything to go by.
- 01 Aug 1406:04 PMHealth food drink major GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare is planning to expand its reach in the country by penetrating the rural markets and adding one million more stores to its existing network of around 2.7 million stores in next 18 months.
- 02 Jun 1407:06 PMBritish pharmaceuticals giant GlaxoSmithKline has agreed a $350-million deal with Adaptimmune to help develop and sell the biotechnology firm's cancer drugs, the companies said today.
- 24 Apr 1412:50 AMThe multi-billion dollar three-way deal of Novartis with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) and Eli Lilly is likely to trigger merger control approvals from various anti-trust authorities, including a scrutiny by Competition Commission of India (CCI), industry
- 23 Apr 1412:58 AMSwiss drug major Novartis’ multi-billion-dollar overhaul through deals with two multinational firms — GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) and Eli Lilly — is likely to have an impact on the Indian market, too, as all the three companies have12:47 AMGlaxoSmithKline's $1-billion open offer to raise stake in its Indian arm, GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals, had received a shot in the arm from foreign institutional investors (FII), shareholding data for the March quarter showed.
- 18 Apr 1412:02 AMGlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals today posted 42.87% decline in its net profit at Rs 96.54 crore for the first quarter ended March 31, 2014, as the company continued to be impacted by the revamped price control order.
- 29 Mar 1412:49 AMAfter Crocin Advance, it’s the turn of GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Pharmaceutical’s top-selling paracetamol brand Calpol syrup to come under the regulator’s scanner for allegedly overcharging consumers.
- 10 Mar 1403:50 PMGlaxoSmithKline plc has increased its stake in its publicly-listed pharmaceuticals subsidiary in India (GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited) from 50.7% to 75%, following by the recent open offer.
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Krispy Kreme-starved Minnesotans hungry for doughnuts were able to get their sugary fix thanks to an enterprising young entrepreneur.
Jayson Gonzalez, 21, was able to deliver those sweet glazed doughnuts from Krispy Kreme while spreading joy to deprived Minnesotans one box of doughnuts at a time.
Krispy Kreme closed its last store in Minnesota in 2008, the Pioneer Press said .
Gonzalez came up with the idea to drive to a Krispy Kreme in Clive, Iowa, to pick up boxes of Krispy Kreme and deliver them to Minnesotans while traveling to Iowa to coach in a soccer tournament, according to the Pioneer Press .
After coming across a Krispy Kreme during his trip, Gonzalez posted to Facebook Marketplace to see if anyone in Minnesota would be interested in getting some doughnuts.
In just a few days, Gonzalez told the Pioneer Press that he received more than 300 responses.
Gonzalez did not respond to a request for comment from CNN.
He launched a Facebook page called Krispy Kreme Run Minnesota and began to take orders. He would use the page to communicate with customers, and update followers on quantities and pickup locations.
The account has amassed more than 5,000 followers.
A box of a dozen original glazed doughnuts from Krispy Kreme starts at $9.49, according to its website. The Pioneer Press said that Gonzalez resells them from $17 to $20 per box, depending on the variety.
The money Gonzalez makes via his delivery service will be used to help pay for his education at Metropolitan State University in St. Paul, where he is studying accounting, according to the Pioneer Press .
The drive from the Twin Cities to Clive is more than 250 miles and takes approximately four hours. A typical run for Gonzalez would start on a Saturday at 2 a.m., when he would begin his 4-hour trek to Iowa to pick up the doughnuts, according to the Pioneer Press .
Gonzalez can fit 100 boxes of doughnuts into his Ford Focus, according to the Pioneer Press . Once loaded, he would begin his return trip while alerting his followers of the pickup locations on his route. Most pickups are done in the parking lot of a local Target, the Pioneer Press said .
After 19 successful runs, Gonzalez wrote in a post on his Facebook page that he was told by Krispy Kreme to "shut down operations."
The company tells CNN that it was concerned that the doughnuts were not meeting its quality standards due to the long drive from Iowa to Minnesota.
However, after an outpouring of support, the company is now working on a deal with Gonzalez to allow him to become an independent operator.
"Today, we reached out to Jayson to express our appreciation for his love of Krispy Kreme and admiration for his entrepreneurial spirit," a spokeswoman for Krispy Kreme tells CNN. "We are going to help him achieve his goals, which include being debt-free when he graduates in 2021, in part by selling Krispy Kreme Doughnuts.
"We wish Jayson great success and we're thrilled to help him achieve it by donating 500 dozen doughnuts when he re-starts his business."


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Sony China names new CEO
Sony China Co Ltd appointed Hiroshi Takahashi as its new CEO. He will take charge from April 1. He was previously the president of
New chairman for CITIC Securities
CITIC Securities Co, the Chinese brokerage that's been the focus of government investigations after last summer's $5-trillion stock-market rout, has appointed a new board of directors led by a chairman hand-picked by its largest shareholder. CITIC Group Corp's Zhang Youjun and six other executives have been appointed directors of the new board for a three-year term, the brokerage said in a statement to the Shanghai Stock Exchange. CITIC Group nominated Zhang in November to stand for election as chairman to replace Wang Dongming, whose retirement was announced by CITIC Securities at the time. The brokerage said then Zhang would join the board, part of a CITIC Group-driven restructuring of the brokerage that will lead to tighter control from its State-owned parent, according to people familiar with the matter. Wang, who joined the brokerage in 1995 and was appointed chairman in 2002, told about a half-dozen shareholders in Beijing he remains confident about China's capital markets and the future of the company under Zhang's leadership.
Hu to take over at Bank of Shanghai
Bank of Shanghai has promoted Hu Youlian, vice-president, to president. His promotion came as part of the latest personnel changes in senior management. The lender's initial public offering was approved on Dec 30, with the market expecting a successful float to be Hu's primary task. The post of president had been vacant since last February. Hu, 53, was responsible for retail and Internet finance business after he joined Bank of Shanghai. The profit contribution of the bank's personal finance business rose to 14.9 percent last year from 9.3 percent in 2014 during Hu's term as vice-president, according to the lender's annual report. Hu was previously deputy chief of the finance and accounting division at the Jiangsu branch of China Construction Bank.
Electrolux ABCEO to quit
Electrolux AB said Chief Executive Officer Keith McLoughlin will step down in favor of Jonas Samuelson after the Swedish manufacturer failed to land a $3.3-billion deal to buy General Electric Co's household goods business following a 15-month pursuit. McLoughlin, 59, cited family reasons for his decision to retire and move back to the US, where he will continue to work for Electrolux on a consultancy basis, the Stockholm-based company said. Samuelson, who heads the company's major appliance operations in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, will continue to focus the maker of fridges, ovens and dishwashers on product development and cost control.
Valeant selects interim chief
Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc. named Howard Schiller to run the company as interim chief executive officer, tapping a board member and former top executive to help restore the company's image while Michael Pearson remains hospitalized with severe pneumonia. Bob Ingram, a board member and former Glaxo Wellcome CEO, will become interim chairman, also replacing Pearson, Valeant said. The timing of Pearson's return from medical leave remains uncertain, said the drugmaker, which initially disclosed his hospitalization on Christmas Day.
Yang becomes World Bank MD
The World Bank has appointed China's Yang Shaolin as its managing director and chief administrative officer, China's Finance Ministry said. Yang is currently the director general of the Department of International Economic and Financial Cooperation in the Ministry of Finance. He is in charge of economic and financial cooperation between China and international financial institutions as well as foreign governments. The position of MD-and-CAO has been created to bring together the WB's functions like organizational strategy, budget, planning, information and technology.
Adidas looks to new playmaker
Adidas has named Henkel's Kasper Rorsted as its new chief executive, boosting its shares as investors expressed hopes that the Dane has the credentials to boost profits at the German sportswear firm. Rorsted, 53, will leave Henkel in April after eight years at the consumer goods firm and take charge of Adidas on Oct 1, succeeding Herbert Hainer, 61, who has headed the firm for 15 years as the longest-serving boss of a leading German company. Hainer had come under fire as Adidas has lost market share to Nike, particularly in the key US market, and suffered from falling golf sales and its exposure to Russia, prompting the board to launch a search for a successor.
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So-called starchitecture—and the backlash against it—may be the talk of the town in design circles, but ask a designer for his or her three favorite buildings and you'll get some surprisingly under-the-radar answers. Here, a look at some treasured buildings across the world.
International CES, held every January in Las Vegas, is more than a tradeshow: It's a cultural phenomenon in which consumers, press, and companies converge to learn about the newest technology that will shape our lives. Stay tuned all week as Dwell reports from CES, and in the meantime, take a look at our top home tech picks since last year's show.
It's full steam ahead for Dwell's first-ever Your Rooms We Love competition, where we're culling photos of readers home to include in an upcoming issue. This week on Instagram, we want to see your countertops; here are eight modern Dwell counters for inspiration.


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On 3rd March PricewaterhouseCoopers claimed that Chinese mainland business executives are more optimistic about their companies' revenue growth amid a global recovery and opportunities emerging from the Belt and Road initiative.
Some authorities found 33 percent of 182 business executives, covered by the China part of its global CEO survey, said they are "very confident" about the outlook of their companies' income in the next 12 months, up from 25 percent last year. "Despite turbulence in 2016, the Chinese mainland's chief executives are more confident of opportunities for growth over the next 12 months," said Siu Fung Chan, PwC China consulting partner.
Meanwhile, 31 percent of China's executives said they believe the global economy will improve over the next 12 months, higher than the global level of 29 percent. But they picked uncertain economic growth, access to affordable capital and overregulation as three top concerns or risks that threaten companies' earnings.
This is the latest news from Shanghai daily which reveals that achieving business goal in mainland is not just a day dream but a pragmatic thing that you can totally realize. Nearly 60 percent of the mainland executives are looking forward to the opportunities that emerge from the Belt and Road initiative, especially in infrastructure development. The initiative was proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping in 2013, with visions to connect Asian, European and African countries more closely and promote mutually beneficial cooperation.


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DENVER – Owners of the most stolen vehicles in Denver are facing more trouble after one major insurance company says the risk is too high to insure them.
Progressive Insurance says it has suspended new policies in the Denver area on certain models from Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia due to the alarming number of these vehicles being stolen in the Denver area.
Customers who want to receive a quote on the company’s website will receive a message saying: “Based on the information provided on the vehicle, we are unable to provide you with an order at this time.”
An insurance agent in Denver told Denver7 that Progressive Insurance has placed restrictions on certain Hyundai/Kia models due to their high theft rates in the city, which are among the most stolen vehicles.
A spokesperson for Progressive Insurance told Denver7 that the risk of insuring this car is very high at this time.
“We are committed to providing affordable insurance solutions to consumers based on the level of risk and ensuring that our policies are cost-effective. Due to the theft risk that some Hyundai and Kia vehicles have, it often makes these vehicles difficult to insure, so we have changed our procedures for accepting new business for four types. We will continue to monitor the situation, and we are hopeful that we will be able to review our decision if the risk of theft decreases and public awareness has improved,” said a company statement.
Progressive did not provide details on the new restrictions, including which years or models are affected.
Owners of Denver Hyundai and Kia are also seeing increased payments from insurance companies.
Carole Walker with the Rocky Mountain Insurance Association said it’s unfortunate for the owners of these vehicles, but insurance companies need to take risks to keep premium rates low for their customers.
“They’re also looking at the market we’re in,” Walker said. “Colorado is now at the top of the list of car thefts. So, your car insurance company is looking at that accident, knowing the cost, how much it will cost to repair and restore the car, and whether it will be stolen, and then destroyed or damaged when it is stolen.”
And the way these cars are hacked – using a USB stick – and how easy it is to do, is getting a lot of attention on social media sites like TikTok.
Videos posted to the app under “Kia Challenge” or “Kia Boyz” show stolen cars with hoods removed and USB cables plugged into the ignition.
A spokesman for the Colorado Metropolitan Auto Theft Task Force told Denver7 thieves have been using USB cables to steal cars for years, but viral videos have led to an increase in crime.
Only in Denver, from 2018 to Aug. 7 this year, car thefts are up nearly 160%, according to the Denver crime map, and Hyundai and Kia models are in the top 10 of the most stolen cars in the state. the first quarter of this year.
Insurance companies look at this and decide how much of the risk to insure the owner or if it is worth the risk at all.
“Unfortunately, when you have a model that’s known to be a thief, that’s what insurance companies choose to pay out, which can be high,” Walker said. “Then if they can insure the car at all.” They may just think the car is too dangerous to give it to other customers. “
In a statement to Denver7, both Kia and Hyundai said their 2022 models are equipped with immobilizer technology to prevent theft.
TikTok told Denver7 how viruses are violating its policies, and any videos related to crime will be removed from the platform.
Owners of these vehicles are forced into these situations but luckily, there are options for those who are looking at higher costs or objections.
“We always encourage Coloradoans to shop,” Walker said. “We’re fortunate to continue to have a competitive insurance market in Colorado. So, one company can’t afford another risk, another company can.”


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We are excited to announce that EMPSEB will be held as a hybrid conference this year!
Attendees will have the option to attend either online or in-person at FSC Millport in Scotland. We have introduced this option to ensure EMPSEB 28 is an inclusive and sustainable event. We are mindful that online attendance can feel isolating and we are working hard to make sure that online attendees are given a full EMPSEB experience:
There will be no distinction between in-person and virtual talks - virtual talks will be included in the appropriate attendee talk sessions and will be presented live to the in-person and virtual attendees.
We will ensure all of the social activities are fully available for virtual attendees to take part in or we will organise an engaging alternative.
For all panels, we will have a live Q&A that online attendees can participate in.


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City Beats shoe store in southeast robbed
Police released a video of two men suspected of robbing the City Beats shoe store in southeast last Thursday. One suspect seems to have a gun in his pocket.
Residents say the shoe store is popular and many people support the owners.
"It's not like they're taking all the money and running somewhere else,” says Paul Trantham. “They put back into this community. It is very unfair to them that they have to experience this for a second time."
Last November, masked armed robbers rushed the store terrorizing the family with handguns, demanding more money than they could get from the registers.
That was November. Since last week's robbery, police are trying to keep closer watch. Armed robberies in this immediate neighborhood now are 47 percent higher than a year ago.
"I guess the businesses now struggle just to survive and hope that maybe the next robbery won't lead to a homicide. It is horrible what's going on,” says Phil Pannell, president of the Congress Heights Civil Association.
The masked robbers from November are all in jail awaiting sentencing. All pleaded guilty after police were able to trace them.


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TRA gives Etisalat customer service centre 5-start rating
The UAE Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has awarded a 5-star gold rating to Etisalat’s customer service centre located at Marina Mall in Dubai for its exemplary customer service under the TRA’s ‘Erteqa’ program.
TRA’s ‘Erteqa’ was launched in June 2016 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE and Minister of Presidential Affairs, for the aim of ensuring the provision of high quality services to customers in all service centres of licensed telecom service providers, in cooperation with Etisalat and du.
Each telecom service centre is assessed and ranked based on six main criteria: accessibility of the service centre, the facilities provided by the centre, how the employees deal with customers, the mechanisms of products and services presentation, the efficiency and effectiveness of the services provided and their response to the needs of the customers, and the inclusion of the innovation element in all stages of service provision. The process involves mystery shoppers as well as general customer feedback.
In this context, H.E. Hamad Obaid Al Mansoori, TRA Director General, said: “Erterqa” is a national initiative under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs of the UAE. It is an actual interpretation of TRA’s efforts to achieve happiness, which has become the strategic priority of our country and our wise government. Therefore, it is our duty to enhance and coordinate efforts and cooperation to provide the best services, to achieve customer happiness in the UAE. “Erteqa” initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to provide high quality services to customers in all service centers of accredited service providers. We are confident that this initiative will contribute to raising the standards of the operators in terms of human capital, or the utilization of the latest smart technologies in this field.”
Saleh Al Abdooli, CEO, Etisalat Group said: “Etisalat has continuously focused on creating an efficient and enhanced the retail environment to provide digital services to give our customers an enriched experience. Such a recognition highlights our efforts and investments in bringing transformation and innovation across our retail ecosystem with the use of futuristic technologies and solutions.
The Marina Mall customer service centre’s latest achievement is a testimony to their hardwork and commitment to provide high quality services and implement a smart store concept, focusing on transforming a brick and mortar retail environment to a digital and seamless experience for customers. We will continue to secure every opportunity to bring in this transformation by adapting the latest retail technologies, tools, expertise and resource, and increase customer satisfaction levels.”
Etisalat rolled out its ‘Smart Stores’ concept in 2014 to digitally and ergonomically transform existing stores as well as those opening in new locations across the UAE. Since its launch, this new quality improvement approach has continuously focused on offering customers a more personalized experience and improved quality of service across its network of stores.
This is the fourth time an Etisalat Customer Service Center is awarded the gold ranking. The TRA awarded Etisalat service centres with a gold rating earlier this year, including the centre located in Dubai (Sheikh Zayed road) and Ras Al Khaimah (Al Nadiya and Al Hamra Mall).
‘Erteqa’ initiative is one of the various programs implemented by TRA to achieve customer happiness. It falls under the ‘Esaad’ initiative, launched by TRA earlier, which includes various initiatives planned to be launched consecutively to attain people’s happiness, as well as to achieve major upgrade in the provided services by the centers, and raise the standards of the operators in terms of the human element and the utilization of the latest smart technologies in this field.


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By now we've all been told of the negative impacts of sedentary office jobs. Some have gone so far as to call sitting the new smoking. Ergonomics experts recommend standing for 15 minutes every hour to help improve health and furniture maker Humanscale has developed a new app in tandem with the technology company Tome to quantify the benefits.
An exhibition at the UQAM Centre de Design in Montreal, on view February 19-April 12, 2015, asks students and emerging designers to reinterpret the Swiss cuckoo clock. Here are a few of the clever designs.
The "merry pranksters" of British design, FAT Architecture, called it quits after 20 glorious years of eye-popping Postmodernism. Now, co-founder Sam Jacob asks graduate students at Yale University to critique FAT's work via drawings inspired by other famous architects.


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Partnership to bring games from DGC’s B2B iGaming division to Caesars Sportsbook and Casino in multiple states
Digital Gaming Corporation (DGC) today announced a partnership with Caesars Digital to add its exceptional portfolio of superior online casino games to Caesars Sportsbook and Casino. DGC’s content will first launch on Caesars Sportsbook and Casino in New Jersey before expanding into Pennsylvania and Michigan starting in the third quarter of 2023.
The additions include highly engaging and entertaining slots such as Gold Blitz and Squealin Riches, which are already proven player favorites, along with the popular Assassin Moon, Blazing Mammoth and Thunderstruck Wild Lightning.
“Caesars is a leading global brand and we’re delighted to be working with such a highly respected casino operator,” The Chief Commercial Officer for DGC’s B2B iGaming division, Neill Whyte, said. “Our games have consistently proved popular in the United States because we make sure we’re delivering the kind of content that players in that region want and we’re eager to show Caesars customers all our top-quality content.”
“DGC’s impressive and award-winning portfolio of premium games will deliver engaging and entertaining experiences for our players,” the iGaming Senior Vice-President for Caesars Digital, Matt Sunderland, said. “We’re excited to launch these titles on Caesars Sportsbook and Casino in New Jersey and look forward to bringing them to customers in even more states.”


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RIM CEO uses the Samsung Galaxy S III for a second phone
While Mr. Heins currently uses the Samsung Galaxy S III so that he can "stay educated about the market," he says that he used to own an Apple iPhone so that he could "understand touch devices at the entry level". Heins says that he changes his second phone on a regular basis. And while there are probably a ton of jokes that you could use in this situation, think about to the isolationist regime of Mike Lazaridis and Jim Balsillie. Just reading some of the comments that have been attributed to the co-CEOs just as the Apple iPhone was first hitting the market made it pretty clear that neither of them had taken the time to examine the device.
the rushed launch of the 'half-baked' Storm showed that there was a whole new consumer segment to the smartphone business, led by the Apple iPhone, that the Canadian manufacturer was missing. The good news is that the CEO seems hell-bent on keeping BlackBerry 10 under wraps until it is absolutely ready to be launched.
Judging from the response, positive feedback and excitement that occurred when some of BlackBerry 10 was introduced during May's BlackBerry World, there is a large part of the smartphone community that is dying to see the rest of BlackBerry 10 and hopes that RIM lasts until the new handsets are rolled out. With someone at the top that sees what the public wants and is buying, there is a good chance that this time, RIM will get it right.
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Some 290 finalists in the INMA Global Media Awards competition were revealed yesterday, with clear themes of pandemic community outreach, brand-building, subscriptions and data innovation at the heart of the shortlist.
The 2021 competition by the International News Media Association (INMA) garnered 644 entries from 212 news brands in 37 countries. The finalists hail from Africa, Asia/Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and North America.
Leading the finalist list were entries from India (47), United States (36), Austria and Norway (22 each), Australia, New Zealand, and Sweden (with 19 finalists each).
Companies that led the INMA shortlist include Bennett, Coleman and Co. Ltd. (17), Russmedia (17), NZME (15), and News Corp Australia (14).
First place winners, regional winners, and the global “Best In Show” will be unveiled 3 June in a virtual announcement.
This year’s INMA Global Media Awards include 20 categories focused on excellence in news brands, media platforms, subscriptions, business development, and data and insights. The competition judges similar brands with groups for national news brands, regional news brands, and – for the first time – groups.
Judging for the Global Media Awards, which have been presented by INMA since 1937, was held in February with 44 media experts from 22 countries focused on breakthrough results, unique concepts, strong creativity, innovative thinking, and winner synergies across platforms.
The 644 entries in this year’s Global Media Awards competition are live on INMA.org in the association’s Best Practices archive. Finalists may be viewed publicly, while all other entries are reserved exclusively for INMA members. INMA has 6,500+ “best practices” from the past decade of Global Media Awards competitions, sortable to finalists and winners, category, year, and country.Click here
to view the finalists.