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Meta Platforms Inc. reiterated its menace to tug its fashionable Fb and Instagram companies from the European Union if a brand new transatlantic information switch pact doesn’t materialize.
Meta Platforms Inc. reiterated its menace to tug its fashionable Fb and Instagram companies from the European Union if a brand new transatlantic information switch pact does not materialize.
Its newest warning comes amid an imminent information circulation ban it already faces from Eire’s information safety watchdog, which oversees the tech giants based mostly within the nation. The Irish Knowledge Safety Fee may subject a key determination on a potential ban of EU-US information transfers underneath so-called customary contractual clauses within the subsequent three months, Meta mentioned in a regulatory submitting, which may threat paralyzing transatlantic information flows.
SCCs, as they’re recognized, are designed to guard customers from having their personal information shipped overseas with out their consent.
The EU and US in March broke a impasse to achieve a tentative deal on a brand new data-transfer pact after a earlier accord was struck down by the bloc’s high court docket over issues US businesses may listen in on the knowledge with out sufficient privateness safeguards. Negotiations on a brand new pact will not probably conclude earlier than subsequent yr, by which period the Irish may have already got issued their ban on the SCCs.
“If a brand new transatlantic information switch framework is just not adopted and we’re unable to proceed to depend on SCCs or rely on different various means of knowledge transfers from the European Union to the US, we are going to probably be unable to supply a lot of our most vital services and products, together with Fb and Instagram, in Europe,” Meta mentioned in a US regulatory submitting.
This “would materially and adversely have an effect on our enterprise, monetary situation, and outcomes of operations,” it added.
The controversy over information transfers dates again to 2013 when Edward Snowden uncovered the extent of spying by the U.S. Nationwide Safety Company. A shock 2020 ruling by the EU’s highest court docket toppled the so-called Privateness Protect, a trans-Atlantic switch pact, over longstanding fears that residents’ information wasn’t secure from American surveillance.
Whereas using SCCs was upheld, the EU Courtroom of Justice’s doubts about American information safety additionally made this a shaky various. The Irish information watchdog from the beginning forged doubt on the legality of this various software.
The watchdog in a preliminary determination in February mentioned transfers to the US underneath SCCs “ought to be suspended” and it “has since been additional refined” this determination and despatched it to the opposite 26 EU watchdogs for his or her enter, Meta mentioned within the regulatory submitting.


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Marketers have tried to take advantage of World Cup fever, with some striking gold and others hitting rock bottom. When it comes to exchange-based trading, which is much more behind the scenes than public tweets, the World Cup's impact is also felt.
According to Smaato, a mobile real-time bidding (RTB) exchange, ad volume on social channels and mobile games decreases when a World Cup game is being played. While there are some talented multitasking consumers out there, the majority spend more time focused on the game and less on their phone and apps, Smaato theorizes.
The other reason that volume of traffic in RTB is down, per Smaato, is that more direct campaigns are running during the World Cup because publishers were able to score higher-priced premium campaigns direct with advertisers, leaving fewer impressions for the open exchanges.
However, both the social and gaming categories
have driven more RTB revenue for mobile publishers during the World Cup, with social up between 15% and 18%.
The company attributes this growth to an increase in eCPM, fill and bid depth, noting that “low supply and high demand drives the price.”
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Australians are more reliant on their mobiles than ever before, with 88 percent of people working outside of their regular hours through their device according to a recent survey.
Around 41 percent of respondents said they check their phone on or before 7am, with almost half checking their phone for messages as soon as they wake up – even on weekends the Good Technology study revealed.
The survey found 35 percent check their phone and email while in bed and 32 percent last check their phone at 10pm or later.
Nearly 40 percent of respondents claimed they need to use their mobile outside of regular hours to keep on top of their workload, while only four percent said it was to impress their boss.
Good Technology APAC vice president Jim Watson said the growing reliance on mobile devices across the nation has increased the need for companies and individuals to manage their use effectively.
“For example, ensuring that sensitive company information is kept secure, while still giving employees the freedom to use their mobile devices the way they want to be productive and connected in both their professional and personal lives,” he said.
“No-one wants to lose all their family photos because the corporate IT department need to wipe the device due to a security scare,” he added.
With technology enhancing productivity and providing a greater flexibility between work and personal life, Watson believes it is important for workers to remain in control and not let their mobile rule them.
“Mobility has ‘unchained us’ from the office so that we can all be productive and connect from anywhere, anytime—whether that’s at home, in the office, while waiting for your coffee at the shop or taking in a child’s cricket game. The idea is to be able to enjoy more of life by being mobile,” he said.


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Google Android controls 81 percent of the smartphone market, according to new data from research firm IDC, putting it well ahead of all other competitors in the space.
“Android and Windows Phone continued to make significant strides in the third quarter. Despite their differences in market share, they both have one important factor behind their success: price,” Ramon Llamas, Research Manager with IDC’s Mobile Phone team, wrote in a statement accompanying the data. “Both platforms have a selection of devices available at prices low enough to be affordable to the mass market, and it is the mass market that is driving the entire market forward.”
That commentary seems like a dig—however intentional—at Apple, which has refused to make a cheap iPhone despite pressure from Wall Street investors (who want Apple to flood the market with cut-rate iOS devices, which they think will boost revenue) and competition from Android manufacturers (who are busy flooding the market with cheap Android devices). “We’re not in the junk business,” Apple CEO Tim Cook told Bloomberg earlier this year. Even the plastic-bodied iPhone 5C, ostensibly Apple’s “midrange” smartphone, sells for an unsubsidized price of $550—pretty steep, particularly in the developing world.
Apple has also declined to join in the “phablet” phenomenon, in which manufacturers produce devices with super-sized screens. “Almost all successful Android vendors have added one or more 5-7-inch phablets to their product portfolios,” Ryan Reith, Program Director with IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, wrote in a statement. “In 3Q13, phablet shipments accounted for 21 percent of the smartphone market, up from just 3 percent a year ago. We believe the absence of a large-screen device may have contributed to Apple’s inability to grow share in the third quarter.”
Despite its supposed “failure” to embrace cheap and giant smartphones, however, Apple’s shipment volume (in IDC’s estimation) actually grew from 26.9 million units in the third quarter of 2012 to 33.8 million in the same quarter this year. That’s well ahead of every competitor except for Android, although Windows Phone has enjoyed significant growth over the past twelve months. IDC estimates Apple’s current hold on the smartphone market at 12.9 percent, ahead of Windows Phone at 3.6 percent, BlackBerry at 1.7 percent, and undefined “others” at 9.6 percent.
In other words, Apple might be losing out to Google when it comes to smartphone market-share—but that doesn’t seem to be hurting its actual sales.


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Travelers are too busy to sit at computers to book their vacations — it’s going mobile, said experts with Expedia Inc.
The online travel services provider (Nasdaq: EXPE) held a seminar with industry partners on Sept. 24 that highlighted trends businesses should know about online travelers.
One of the most astounding facts was that transactions generated via mobile online bookings — or booking a vacation via a phone or tablet — was expected to reach $26 billion in the U.S., said Neha Parikh, U.S. and Canada president and general manager with Expedia’s Hotels.com.
For comparison, online travel vacations booked via mobile platforms in 2011 was only $2.6 billion and reached $8 billion in 2012.
That means experts believe tourists who use their iPhones, iPads, Android devices or Blackberrys — seriously, who still has a Blackberry? — to book their next trip to Central Florida will increase by a staggering 225 percent next year.
“That’s because more than 30 percent of customers use mobile apps to find deals,” said Parikh. She called the shift to more online booking both an evolution and revolution of the online travel market, and urged travel providers and hoteliers not to ignore the effectiveness of their business’ mobile platforms.
That’s especially the case for Orlando’s emerging international markets of Brazil and China, as well as the region’s staple countries of Canada, United Kingdom and Mexico.
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If you tried to cop those , the odds were against you. Reportedly, 5 million people signed up to get a pair, but only 8,000 were available.
Yeah, that resale price is going to be exorbitant (at the time of this post, the last sale was for a cool $12,800 on StockX)—off an already healthy $2,200 retail price.
Christian Dior Couture chairman and CEO of Pietro Beccari told WWD that 5 million people signed up for the raffle for a chance to cop either the LO (those were $2000) or HI version of the Air Jordan 1 OG DIOR that first appeared at the fashion brand’s Fall 2019 Men’s runway show in Miami.
Only 8,000 were available to civilians while an additional 5,000 were given away to top Dior clients. So consider this limited availability, and that hefty resale price, if you manage to get your hands on a pair and dare to rock them on these streets.
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3G and 4G spectrum auction after successful major mobile phone users anxiously waiting for the launch of 3G service. According to reports received spectrum despite winning commercial launch of 3G service may take two to three weeks. Licenses to mobile phone companies to pay arrears more than 30 days have been. Important to mention here that even the mobile phone user to use 3G service, but they do not need a new SIM already Sim can get this service.
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Hummingbird Property, a new client with a tech and machine learning background, is set to shake things up in Cape Town. I worked with them for a few months, helping increase their visibility and brand awareness. It’s still early days but the future looks promising. Just like big names such as Pam Golding or Rawson Property started small, Hummingbird also has humble beginnings.
There are many players in this property market space including Easy.com, Remax, Property24 and Private Property among others. With disruption on the horizon, it’s important to stay informed about industry changes. Even though I’m not particularly interested in property ownership myself, though I wouldn’t mind owning some commercial or hot-desking space. Here’s hoping that Cape Town could become our own Silicon Valley – bustling with businesses under better weather conditions!


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For the first time, Amazon will be opening a popup bar. It will be located in Tokyo’s most happening district, Ginza. There won’t be a menu for the liquor popup bar, but according to the Amazon Japan website, beer, wine, whisky, cocktails, sake, and shochu will be served. Amazon’s popup liquor bar will be open to the public from October 20 till October 29. Also Read - Amazon Prime Day sale deals revealed: Discount on OnePlus Nord CE, Mi 11X, Samsung Galaxy M42Also Read - Ban Shein products sale on Amazon India: Delhi HC sends notice to centre
Amazon’s bar will have seating for 78 people, and employ an ordering system with suggestions for different drinks available. Amazon will also appoint sommeliers to help customers decide which wine to drink. In terms of pricing, the drinks offered will range between 500 Japanese Yen (approximately Rs 300) to 1,500 Japanese Yen (approximately Rs 900) for one glass of alcohol. Food will be served as well at the bar which will start at 500 Japanese Yen. The bar will open in the evenings only from 5:00PM till 11:00PM with the last order at 10:30PM.
Although a menu won’t be provided, you can expect alcohol from companies like Jack Daniel’s, Taittinger, Corona, Carslberg, and the famous Japanese YEBISU beer. You will also find the popular rice wine, sake, from different companies. Also on offer is another famous drink from Japan, shochu. With this popup bar, Amazon will be promoting the alcohol available on its Japan platform for purchase. ALSO READ: Amazon Echo, Echo Dot, Echo Plus, Alexa-powered smart speakers launched in India, prices starting Rs 4,499
Amazon’s new venture comes after reports of the e-commerce platform planning to start a self-delivery system popped up. According to a Bloomberg report, Amazon aims to use this ‘Seller Flex’ service for two-day delivery orders and reduce work at its warehouses. Amazon has already begun trials of this self-delivery service, and is expected to officially roll out by 2018. Amazon’s delivery of products is currently handled by UPS and FedEx. But with Seller Flex, Amazon will oversee the entire delivery process. RELATED: Amazon reportedly testing self-delivery service in the US


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(NAPSI)—When it comes to identity fraud, there’s good news and bad news. The bad news is the number of victims is at its second highest level in six years; the good news, the amount stolen is at its lowest in the past six years, according to Javelin Strategy & Research. Identity fraud remains a serious issue as fraudsters have stolen $112 billion from consumers in the past six years. That equals $35,600 stolen per minute, or enough to pay for four years of college in just four minutes.
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NEW YORK — A New York judge has ordered Apple to modify its contracts with publishers to prevent e-book price fixing and has appointed an external compliance monitor to review the company’s antitrust policies.
The order was issued Friday by federal Judge Denise Cote.
She is ordering Apple to make various changes to its contracts to ensure it does not repeat the kind of price fixing that resulted when it colluded with publishers in 2010.
The judge ruled in July that the collusion occurred despite Apple’s insistence that it acted fairly. The Justice Department said Friday it was pleased with the order. It said consumers will benefit from lower e-book prices.
Apple spokesman Tom Neumayr says the company will appeal the July decision. He says Apple did not conspire to fix e-book pricing.
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Bitcoin and also gold owner Dan Tapiero, claims it is still very early to broach prevalent crypto fostering as the percentage of customers about the remainder of the populace continues to be reduced. Tapiero makes the statements while describing a research study, which puts Nigeria at first of nations with the greatest variety of participants that claim they have or are making use of cryptocurrency.
According to the research study, 32% of checked Nigerians claim they made use of or had cryptocurrencies in 2020 while in Japan, which is last on the checklist, just 4% claim they had cryptos in 2020. The study, which was performed by Statista, reveals that nations with arising economic climates like Vietnam (21%) and also South Africa (17%) have a lot more participants that claim they made use of or had cryptos in 2020. Spain (10%) is the only industrialized nation where the portion of participants that have or made use of cryptocurrencies reach double-digit numbers.
In the USA, which seemed the emphasis of Tapiero’s tweet, the portion of participants that validate having or making use of crypto is just 7%. In his tweet, Tapiero that is the Founder at 10T Holdings presumes that the globe is presently seeing the crypto which is “still at the birth of a brand-new worldwide possession course.” Some Twitter customers fasted to quiz the approach of the research study and also Tapeiro confesses that “there are nations that belong on this checklist that are not detailed.”
Still, an additional Twitter, Alexander Burgei firmly insists that the “information is truly clear” which fostering is currently occurring however “just in useless nations, as a back-up to devaluating money.” While fostering is currently occurring in some nations, the Twitter customer claims “it will certainly not be genuine till it ´ s taken by the Western powers and also China.”
On The Other Hand, in an earlier tweet, Tapiero declares that “it is the start of completion for financial institutions” and also advises them to either “adjust or die.”
Time to pivot in the direction of the electronic possession ecological community. Bitcoin is the immaculate security at its centre. The entire brand-new globe currently maturing along with the tradition system.
Tapiero’s statements come as fintech and also repayment companies remain to consume right into the financial institutions’ share of market capitalization. According to information shared by Tapiero on Twitter, fintech, and also repayment companies just made up much less than 10% in 2010. This number has actually expanded to almost 30% share of the marketplace capitalization.
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Kevin Rose, Member of the Board for Sales, Marketing and Aftersales commented, “This is an historic day for Bentley and it is a great testament to all the work which has gone in to producing Bentayga, the fastest and most luxurious SUV in the world. The customers joining us for the event have followed the Bentayga journey since we proposed the idea of a Bentley SUV, and were among the very first in the world to put their names down on the order book for First Edition cars – many before they…
The convertible version of the new Audi R8 has debuted at the New York Auto Show. Weighing substantially more than the hardtop model, the convertible with the same drivetrain still has an impressive 0 to 100kmph time of 3.6 seconds.
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Three teenagers have built a nifty summary tool that could potentially help high-school students study more efficiently and save hours of reading. Available for iOS, Summize is an intelligent summary generator that will automatically recap the contents of any textbook page (or news article) you take a photo of with your smartphone.
Short version of the FBI’s latest statement on the Apple encryption case: Never mind! Not even a month and a half after the Federal Bureau of Investigation convinced a judge that without Apple’s help, it could never unlock theencrypted iPhone 5c used by San Bernardino murderer Syed Rizwan Farook last year, the agency announced it had gotten into the phone without Apple’s help.
A fatal crash on the Flugplatz section last March involving a spectator caused the Nürburgring track management to impose speed limits on the 14-mile Nordschleife, or North Loop. Per the track’s official website, when the track opens again for the 2016 season for a VLN race on April 2nd, these limits will be lifted.
“It’s all the same, only the names have changed,” Jon Bon Jovi memorably sang, and it sure will apply to the next incarnation of the Fisker Karma. That’s what the rumor mill says, anyway. A writer identified as JCMorrill on the Fisker forum Fisker Buzz says he (or she) has gotten some information by spending a “couple hours last week with the managers setting up the new factory.” Anyone who liked the old Fisker Karma (perhaps not its creditors) will be pleased.
After it was leaked online, the next generation of the Maruti Suzuki Swift has been spotted testing. This is the first time that a prototype of the car has been seen in the flesh. Even though the car was heavily camouflaged, you can still see some of the design elements that were seen in the leaked images like the overall shape, new headlights and the hidden rear door handles, which are now on the upper corner of the window.
Apple on Monday debuted iPhone SE, the long-awaited 4-inch form factor refresh that borrows liberally from iPhone 6 and 6s parts bins to offer consumers a low-cost iPhone option with very few sacrifices. However, the SE is missing one key feature: 3D Touch.


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Economy stalls as profits fall
The national economy is set to slow further as companies struggle to turn a profit and the housing sector shows signs it has peaked.
While the Reserve Bank is poised to keep official interest rates steady at a record low 2 per cent today, figures point to the economy’s struggle to get out of second gear.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics reported sales by manufacturers and the wholesale trade sectors fell in the three months to June 30 while their inventories were steady.
In a sign of the struggles facing corporate Australia, gross profits fell 1.9 per cent in the June quarter to be almost 4 per cent lower over the past year.
Mining business profits dropped almost 10 per cent in the three-month period. It was the sixth consecutive quarterly drop in profits for miners.
Since peaking at more than $23 billion in the December quarter of 2013, mining profits have tumbled by a third.
Figures from the bureau show exploration by mining companies in WA has fallen to its lowest since 2006. In the past year, exploration spending in WA has fallen by a quarter.
The fall in mining profitability is not unexpected, with the Reserve pinning its hopes on the housing sector.
But Housing Industry Association new home sales figures show even this may have already peaked.
Through July, new sales were down marginally and have fallen 3.5 per cent from what appears to have been the peak of 8120 reach in April.
New home sales in WA have fallen for three consecutive months and are at their lowest since November 2013.
The Australian sharemarket, after finishing higher last week despite opening with a $60 billion fall in value, suffered another day of turmoil yesterday.
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Nokia announced that they will be delaying the release of their N91 music mobile phone to the first quarter of 2006. The firm originally planned the launch of the N91 for the last quarter of this year, just in time for the Christmas season. However, Nokia now states that the postponement is to ensure that its music phone is compatible with an extremely wide array of music platforms and will be a true mobile music device.
“What we basically decided is that we will postpone it a few weeks, push it out to Q1 and do this Microsoft DRM implementation solidly,” according to VP of Music at Nokia’s Multimedia division Jonas Geust.
Microsoft’s Digital Rights Management (DRM) platform provides users more control over the transfer of audio files between their PC and mobile phone. And so unlike Apple and Motorola’s iTunes mobile phone (where users can only transfer audio files from their PC to their mobile phone), Nokia wants N91 users to be able to freely select how to get their music, be it from CDs ripped to a PC, from online Internet stores, or from their mobile network operator.
Nokia’s N91 mobile phone is said to feature a 4GB hard drive that can store up to 3,000 songs. It will operate on high-speed 3G and wireless LAN networks.


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Elon Musk’s proposal to ask businesses and government bodies to start paying for using Twitter could be in direct conflict with his utopian idea to allow free speech on the platform, according to experts. Paying customers, including companies and governments, may ask for greater control in return for their money.
Musk gave a glimpse of what could be a possible new revenue line for Twitter, going forward, on Wednesday, in a series of tweets. The billionaire businessman wants to charge businesses and government bodies using the platform.
This comes after Twitter’s board agreed to the takeover of the company by Musk at $44 billion last month.
“Ultimately, the downfall of the Freemasons was giving away their stonecutting services for nothing…,” Musk wrote on Twitter.
He added: “Twitter will always be free for casual users, but maybe a slight cost for commercial/government users.”
Experts, however, believe that to achieve a successful paid model for its services, the microblogging site would need to polish the product first, which might also be in conflict with Musk’s free speech ideas.
Sanchit Vir Gogia, Chief Analyst and CEO, Greyhound Research, told BusinessLine: “This move was very much expected, but when you plan to charge it needs to be a better product. Also, it’s a tricky road to walk on for Twitter if they want to have free speech.”
“If they plan to make governments pay, they would require Twitter to provide full access to the platform, which means letting them promote their select narrative and agenda that they stand for. Overall, for paid services to work for both enterprises and government bodies, Twitter will need to work on polishing the product, marketing services, add sophisticated tools and improve quality. Twitter would also need to let companies link Twitter handles with websites.”
According to Gogia, in its present form, Twitter has a long way to go in terms of refining its products, given that social-media peers such as Facebook and Google have institutionalised advertising within their business models, which is not the case for Twitter yet.
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“Musk clearly sees Twitter differently with bigger monetising possibilities than what the current management had envisaged. His recent tweet about his intent to have Twitter levy a usage fee for commercial and government users, while keeping it free to casual users, is not surprising,” Lloyd Mathias, Business Strategist and Investor, told BusinessLine.
He added: “However, it will be interesting to see how users react. Remember that some of the world’s largest social-media platforms – Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, TikTok – all with a significantly larger user base than Twitter, are free and monetise largely, mainly through advertisers.”
If Twitter goes ahead, it will set the platform free from its dependence on advertisers — which is not a bad thing — and could well become its USP. However, will the revenue it secures from commercial and government users be good enough to keep it viable or will many of them migrate to other free platforms that could offer them greater reach? This remains to be seen, said Mathias.


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Frank Alvarado, 43, of Chicago, has pleaded guilty before U.S. Senior District Judge William Skretny to trafficking in counterfeit goods.
U.S. Attorney William J. Hochul, Jr., said Alvarado faces a prison term of up to 10 years and a fine of up to $2 million when he is sentenced Aug. 10. Assistant U.S. Attorney Kathleen A. Lynch said on July 17, 2013 Alvarado showed up at an Amherst jewelry store and offered what proved to be a counterfeit “pre-owned” Rolex watch for sale. He had identification and a social security card and a local address and phone number.
The jeweler examined the watch and paid Alvarado $2,200 by check which the suspect immediately cashed at a nearby bank, Lynch said. In later examining the watch an expert at Rolex Watch, U.S.A., determined it had a counterfeit Rolex “Crown Device” mark and its movement was not that of a watch manufactured by Rolex, she said.


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Thirty miles from the nearest grocery store, and what can be hours away from any law enforcement, Thomsen explained to Simonian how he recently gave chase to two men who were stealing his father’s.
Inside the civic center, bikers streamed into the indoor show, checking out Harley-Davidson motorcycles, motorcycle seats, handlebars, foot pegs, exhaust pipes, fuel tanks, grips, lights, forks,
Those plans include some modernization with the addition of new bathrooms and septic tank. He also will build a covered outdoor. replacing the rodeo arena to the south to cater to Sturgis.
Sherwin had the Japanese delivery truck, which is classified as a motorcycle because of its three wheels. Sherwin previously worked in the car business, doing paintless dent removals. He had been.
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"That’s the good thing about bikes though; they can get a few more miles out of a tank of gas." The decrease in the amount of vendors in Sturgis helps some businesses. "We have a small restaurant that.
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The apparel chain filed for bankruptcy in January and closed its e-commerce site and stores.
The Taco Bell/MTV offer tops the charts for campaigns run by Scanbuy.
What do 70,000, Taco Bell and MTV have in common? 70,000 is the number of times each week over a six-week period this summer consumers scanned a two-dimensional bar code on the side of a Taco Bell product to get exclusive MTV content.
Newly released figures from Scanbuy show that during a six-week period this summer consumers who bought a large drink or meal at Taco Bell scanned a two-dimensional bar code on the items 427,994 times, making the Taco Bell/MTV promotion the biggest single campaign this year for Scanbuy Inc., the company that provided the codes. In comparison, the largest single campaign in 2010 resulted in only 65,591 scans, says Scanbuy, which offers the ScanLife 2-D bar code scanning app.
The Taco Bell/MTV Big Box Remix promotion used Quick Response codes, a type of 2-D bar code that enables smartphone users with a QR code reader app to point their cameras at the code and be automatically linked to mobile content. In this instance, the code opened a web site where consumers could view MTV clips.
“With the QR code we were able to bring a unique and engaging experience to our Big Box customers via access to exclusive MTV content,” says Ronalee Zarate-Bayani, Taco Bell digital marketing lead. The QR code acted as a digital portal, she says.
The Taco Bell/MTV promotion is just one example of a Scanbuy QR code campaign this year. As of Sept. 30, Scanbuy says consumers use the ScanLife app to scan 20 million codes, a 440% increase from the 3.7 million scans during the first nine months of 2010. These scans include Scanbuy campaigns as well as any number of other QR code scans performed by ScanLife users.
Also revealing is a shift in the type of products that consumers scan. In 2010 grocery items comprised 14% of scans, but so far in 2011 account for 40%. Scanbuy says this illustrates how consumers have adopted scanning as part of their daily shopping behavior.


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By telling retail giant Amazon.com that it owes $269 million in uncollected sales taxes, the State of Texas has waded into the national debate over taxing Internet sales. The state comptroller’s office said it has sent similar demands for payment to other online retailers.
Allen Spelce, a spokesman for the comptroller’s office, said he could not release the names of the others, but he said they are “high-profile” online retailers that have not been collecting sales taxes in Texas.
Traditional merchants and industry groups have praised Texas’ recent demand to Amazon, saying it’s about time that the world’s biggest online retailer is made to play by the same rules as everyone else.
“It’s really just a fairness issue,” said Steven Bercu, CEO of Austin bookstore BookPeople. “The state, for some reason I don’t understand, has been picking its favorite retailer, and for some reason it’s been an out-of-state retailer.”
“People walk in here, talk to our booksellers, get recommendations, learn about what would be a better choice for reading material — and then it’s not uncommon to hear them say, ‘I think I’ll buy it on Amazon and not have to pay any sales tax,'” Bercu said.
Texas handed Amazon a bill for $269 million the other day. We don’t know yet how much the other retailers have been dinged for, but I’ll bet it’s a nontrivial amount, and I’ll bet there’s still more where that came from. The main question is if, not when, these retailers remit, and whether the matter will ultimately be settled in the courts or the legislatures. Former Deputy Comptroller Billy Hamilton sums it up, and I couldn’t agree with him more:
In the early years of Internet commerce, Hamilton said, political theory seemed to be that promoting online commerce was more important than any lost sales tax revenue.
“I can remember making a speech in 1995 where I said, this is going to be a big problem for states if this online retailing takes off,” he said. “And somebody stood up and said, ‘You’re trying to strangle the baby in the crib.'”
Hamilton, however, said he was bothered by online retailers who acted as if “they had invented manna from heaven and that it should exempt them from the rules of gravity.”
Amazon and other online retailers took the stance, Hamilton said, “that because this was on the Internet and was an incredible business model and this was the future, that somehow that exempted them from any social or any other kind of obligation. When you got right down to it, to me it was a kind of an arrogance.”
Hamilton said the state’s recent demand that Amazon pay up shouldn’t be seen as the endgame in the debate over the issue.
“The comptroller is taking a shot,” Hamilton said. “I wouldn’t hold my breath or imagine this is somehow going to help this budget problem that they’ve got right now — because it’s undoubtably going to be litigated.”
The original justifications for exempting Internet sales from taxation are at least a decade out of date, and are having a significant impact on state and local budgets. Last I checked, even online retailers benefit from things like roads and law enforcement and other things that state and local governments provide, too. The one thing I’ll add is that ideally this would be addressed by Congress, since as I recall the original prohibition on sales taxes for online purchases came from Congress. Unfortunately, I can’t see that happening any time soon, so off to the courts we will surely go. Dan Gillmor has more.


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Bangladesh’s clothing industry, a vital component of the nation’s economy, has experienced significant growth over the past few decades. As the second-largest apparel exporter globally, the industry plays a pivotal role in the country’s economic development. However, this rapid expansion has brought to light several sustainability, compliance, and environmental issues that need urgent attention. This article provides an overview of these challenges and the ongoing efforts to address them, serving as a lead-in to three in-depth articles on the subject.
Sustainability Initiatives in Bangladesh Clothing Factories
The tragic Rana Plaza building collapse in 2013, which claimed over 1,100 lives, served as a wake-up call for the industry. The incident led to a surge of initiatives aimed at improving sustainability in Bangladesh’s factories. The government, international organizations, NGOs, and brands have all taken steps to enhance workplace safety, implement cleaner production processes, and empower workers.
Factories across Bangladesh have adopted significant sustainability measures, including water conservation, energy efficiency, safer chemical management, and better process control. These initiatives have not only reduced the environmental impact of the industry but also improved working conditions for millions of workers. However, the journey towards sustainability is not without its challenges. From financial constraints to training a large workforce and monitoring compliance across numerous factories, the industry faces several hurdles. Despite these challenges, there have been several successful sustainability initiatives in the Bangladesh clothing industry, demonstrating that impactful programs can be owned by the industry itself. If you’re interested in a more in-depth analysis of these initiatives, I recommend checking out our comprehensive article on sustainability efforts in Bangladesh’s clothing factories.
Compliance to International Standards and Certifications in Bangladesh’s Clothing Industry
Compliance with international standards and certifications is another critical aspect of Bangladesh’s clothing industry. Over the years, the industry has faced criticism over poor working conditions, low wages, and lack of compliance. However, in response to these issues, several international efforts have been initiated to improve compliance, including the Accord on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh and the Alliance for Bangladesh Worker Safety.
Many factories have obtained international certifications to demonstrate their commitment to compliance. These certifications serve as a testament to the factories’ commitment to improving compliance and meeting international standards. However, despite the progress made, the industry still faces several challenges in improving compliance, including building remediation and safety upgrades, training, developing adequate systems, policies, and procedures, and monitoring complex supply chains. To gain a better understanding of the journey towards compliance, refer to our extensive coverage of compliance to international standards and certifications in Bangladesh’s clothing industry.
Environmental Impact of Clothing Manufacturing in Bangladesh
The rapid growth of the clothing manufacturing industry in Bangladesh has had a significant environmental impact. Water pollution, air pollution, solid waste, and improper chemical management are among the major environmental issues associated with the industry. Efforts are being made to mitigate these effects, including government initiatives, industry initiatives, worker training and safety programs, and renewable energy and recycling efforts.
However, these efforts face several challenges and limitations. For instance, the central effluent treatment plant in Savar can only treat about 20% of the wastewater generated by surrounding factories. Moreover, many factory-level effluent treatment plants are not operated or maintained properly. Despite these challenges, the adoption of cleaner technologies can significantly lower the industry’s environmental footprint. To explore the issue further, dive into our detailed study of the environmental impact of clothing manufacturing in Bangladesh.
In the pursuit of sustainability, compliance, and environmental stewardship, the journey for Bangladesh’s clothing industry is ongoing. It is an intricate path, fraught with challenges yet interspersed with significant advancements. The continued and combined efforts from every stakeholder – the government, industry participants, international partners, and discerning consumers – are shaping the industry into a model of sustainability, adherence to regulations, and respect for the environment.
The trio of in-depth articles we’ve linked above dissect these issues and ongoing endeavors meticulously, bearing witness to the industry’s tenacity and dedication to transformative changes. However, to truly appreciate the strides made in Bangladesh’s clothing industry and to understand the depth of commitment to quality, compliance, and sustainability, we invite you to experience it firsthand.
At Brandex Sourcing, we epitomize this new direction. We have placed quality control, affordability, punctuality, and fair treatment of both our environment and workers at the heart of our operations. We encourage you to reach out to us for a quotation, let us provide you with sustainable and ethically produced apparel that doesn’t compromise on quality or timeliness. Contact us today and let’s work together towards a future where fashion and responsibility coexist harmoniously.


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Extent of rights unknown
Apple has acquired rights to over 200 patents and patent applications from Freescale Semiconductor, a report notes. Although assignment of the patents dates back to April 11th, it was only recorded on May 18th, and more recently discovered. Freescale was originally a division of Motorola, dating back to 1949, which also makes it one of the oldest semiconductor makers in the world. Motorola divested itself of Freescale in 2003.
The extent of Apple's rights to the patents is unclear. Apple has only publicly received an "assignment of assignors interest," which gives it a defense against other companies which might later try to make claims. It is unknown therefore whether Apple has secured full title, and whether rights were bought or obtained through other means.
Patently-O argues that a cash buyout is the most likely scenario. Whereas Apple has tens of billions of dollars in cash reserves, Freescale is said to have a debt worth billions of dollars that is now due. Before Apple stepped in, the patents were mortgaged and the release of security interest has yet to be recorded.
What Apple will do with the patents is another ambiguity. The company could simply want them as a defense against future lawsuits. The concepts are said to relate to computers and wireless devices, however, and Apple already handles some chip design in-house to produce its A-series processors.


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Information is all around us, and every business – from finance to healthcare and telecom to real estate – relies on the use of big data and analytics for information in the form of actionable insights to discover opportunities and improve business agility.
The future of retail also lies in big data analytics. Based on customer loyalty data, browsing patterns, social media, purchase history and demographic data, retailers predict trends and prepare for future demands. Using the power of big data, retailers now have a more thorough understanding of the customer’s product preferences and buying habits thereby providing a smarter shopping experience, building customer loyalty and offering a seamless and superior customer experience.
Brad Hariharan, regional director, Expotrade Middle East, said, “Retail, banking and telecommunications are some of the few data-intensive industries that are the growth drivers of big data and analytics. By harnessing the power of big data and analytics, companies gather data, uncover insights and create predictive models of trends with an aim of gaining a better understanding of customer behaviour and help drive sales. Effectively utilizing the advantages of big data and analytics allows organizations to focus on getting better results and providing a superior customer experience.”
With a large number of international retailers present, Dubai holds the coveted spot of being the world’s second most important retail hub. According to the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the UAE’s retail sector is expected to reach Dh200 billion ($54.4 billion) by 2017. Industry reports indicate that the big data and analytics market globally is expected to hit $203 billion in 2020, while other reports estimate big data spending in retail analytics alone is set to cross the $232 billion mark by this year end.
By mapping large amount of data to gain actionable insight on demographic, analytical, operational and transactional behaviour of the customers, retailers can benefit by anticipating customers’ needs and optimizing business opportunities, mitigating risk and retaining high-net worth customers. Being in sync with a customer’s requirement further allows retailers to offer personalized marketing solutions.
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text: News Politics & Social Issues Twitter Can't Get Over Ashley Biden's Inauguration Tuxedo "Good morning to Ashley Biden's tux." By Alyssa Hardy Alyssa Hardy Instagram Twitter Alyssa Hardy is a fashion and culture writer living in New York City. She was formerly the Fashion News Editor at Teen Vogue and the Senior News Editor at InStyle. She recently launched a newsletter titled "This Stuff," which publishes twice weekly. In each edition, readers find timely commentary on news stories and current events in fashion, along with personal essays and musings on trends and celebrity style, featuring personal anecdotes from Alyssa's life as a fashion insider.Alyssa is a staunch advocate for garment workers' rights, and has a deep passion for educating others about fashion's environmental impact — tones that can be felt throughout 'This Stuff.' Her work has been featured in InStyle, Vogue, NYLON, Refinery29, TeenVogue, Ladygunn, Fashionista, and Allure. She is currently working on her debut book, a non-fiction exploration of ethics in fashion titled 'Worn Out.' InStyle's editorial guidelines Published on January 21, 2021 @ 08:26AM Pin Share Tweet Email We have five words for you: Ashley Biden in a tuxedo. Last night, the first daughter attended her father Joe Biden's inauguration wearing a chic black Ralph Lauren tuxedo with a loosened bow tie. She completed the look with simple Chloe Gosselin signature Nicole pumps and a matching black face mask. Her hair was pulled into a tight high pony. Altogether it was a relatively simple ensemble, but it was a stark contrast to the other looks we saw from the evening. Her mother, Jill Biden, wore an all-white dress by Gabriela Hearst, and her nieces wore bright pinks and oranges with floral detailing. Of course, the internet approved in the most internet way ever – constantly tweeting about it. "Good morning to Ashley Biden's tuxedo," one person wrote. "That tux is spectacular," another added. All the Meaningful Inauguration Fashion You Missed While Staring at Michelle Obama Ashley wasn't the only child of a politician that got attention yesterday, though. Ella Emhoff, Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff's daughter, also stole the show in a quirky Miu Miu jacket.


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It followed an 1.4% uptick in May, but is still well below pre-pandemic levels.
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The declines were worse than what economists had expected.
Apr 15th, 2020
Global Economy Will Shrink 3%
The IMF says the global economy will shrink 3% in 2020.
Apr 14th, 2020
US Trade Gap Falls
The Commerce Department said Thursday that the gap between what the U.S. buys and what it sells abroad dropped 12.2%.
Apr 2nd, 2020
Economy Screeches to Halt
“We went from full throttle to 90% revenue loss in three weeks,’’ said one New Jersey business executive.
Mar 22nd, 2020
Beating Virus Means Causing US Recession
The faster and more painfully that ordinary economic life shuts down, the faster the health crisis can be solved.
Mar 18th, 2020
Industrial Production Up 0.6%
The economic impact of the coronavirus outbreak was not apparent in the February numbers.
Mar 17th, 2020
Corporate Debt Loads a Rising Risk
Having binged on borrowing, companies that are outside the financial sector owe $9.6 trillion in the United States.
Mar 12th, 2020
Virus Anxiety Grips Companies Worldwide
Around the world, COVID 19 is not just carrying sickness and death but also the anxiety and paralysis that can smother economic growth.
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US Trade Deficit Narrows
The Commerce Department said Friday that the divide between what the U.S. sells and what it buys abroad dropped 6.7% in January to $45.3 billion.
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“We don’t want to make it impossible to do business with us,’’ the president tweeted.
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June 30th is social media day, and to celebrate, we’re going to help you keep your account secure for a smart and safe browsing experience!
Statista reports that 60% of the world’s population, or over 5.18 billion people, has at least one account on social media. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Reddit and YouTube, just to name a few, have successfully captured the attention of the public with their alluring offers of connecting their users to virtually any individual on the globe within seconds. Additionally, social media contains large public forums and groups that connect like-minded individuals and allow anyone with access to a connected device to produce and share their own content. However, with the social benefits of the rising medium comes a cache of security concerns that grow in severity daily, especially as social media use continues to skyrocket.
Create a safe password
Keeping a safe password is an important key to keeping secure, as everyone knows; but creating a safe password is a different story. Sophisticated hacking programs can crack shorter passwords within seconds. According to research by Home Security Heroes, in 2023, a password containing just lowercase letters, up to eleven characters, can be cracked instantly by brute force. On the contrary, an 18-character password containing a mix of numbers, upper and lowercase letters, and symbols, would take even the most sophisticated artificial intelligence over six quadrillion years to crack.
What’s recommended by experts today is to establish an easy-to-guess passphrase. This can contain three to eight unrelated (but easy to recall) words, with a variety of capitalizations, symbols and numbers. Letters and symbols can be turned into numbers, e.g., the phrase “Sarah loves her Corgi” could be “5arAhl0v35H4Rc0RG!”. This is longer than previously recommended, but advancing AI technology has moved the meter on what constitutes a secure passphrase.
Check out our recent blog post, The critical importance of creating a secure password, to learn more.
Use a password manager
This common issue led to the eventual development of third-party password management applications, designed to safely store passwords and usernames, which are automatically filled into their respective field without any recall necessary on the user’s end. Some browsers such as Chrome and Firefox have password management built-in, and these password management services allow users to easily swap between devices and browsers. These passwords are locked behind one password, a “master password,” used either to log in to a third-party password management application or sign into a browser account.
These password managers, like all solutions, come with their roadblocks. Storing all your passwords in one place saturates the severity of an attack if someone were able to get hold of your “master” credentials, as they now have access to all your passwords and usernames. And these aren’t just social media sites, as banking, shopping and work-related sites potentially contain confidential financial and corporate information — all visible to anyone with access. This is why, as with every other method listed here, password managers should be used in tandem with other security measures.
Don’t give out personal information
Recent technology has made it even easier for hackers to impersonate anyone, so be cautious of any message requests from people you don’t know. Confirm in person or over the phone, if possible, any suspicious friend or message requests, and don’t give out any personal information on social media you wouldn’t want the public to know.
Enable login notifications
Every time someone logs into one of your social media accounts, or even attempts to, you’ll get a notification via email or text message about when and usually where the attempt happened, with some platforms even listing the device used. Every major social media site offers this service, and it’s a recommended way to keep track of any suspicious activity regarding your accounts. To enable this setting, navigate to your account’s privacy and security settings.
Turn on two-factor authentication
2FA requires all users attempting to log in to an account to input a code delivered via email, text or even audio. Most social media platforms offer 2FA, and it can also be accessed through privacy and security settings. This is one of the most secure methods of safeguarding accounts, although its effectiveness can be overstated. Potential security concerns associated with 2FA include interception via phishing, SIM swapping, and more.
When used together, all the above create a secure social media experience with a minimal-to-none chance of being hacked or compromised. Keep smart about what information you give out; whom you give it out to; and how to keep your passwords safe and uncrackable. Remain proactive in your fight against cyberthreats and keep your social media accounts and personal information secure.
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Kyrie Irving's alter ego Uncle Drew has his own colorway of the Nike Kyrie 1.
The sneakers, which first surfaced in September, popped up again this week before Thursday's launch of the latest Uncle Drew spot. Oftentimes promotional pairs like this will simply go the NIKEiD route, but the text along the Swoosh, unique tongue and graphic insoles prove that isn't the case here.
In all likelihood these Pepsi x Nike Kyrie 1 "Uncle Drew" sneakers won't be releasing – according images on social media they are limited to just 150 pairs.


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A report from mobile analytics platform, App Annie indicate that in 2020, finance app downloads grew by 15% during the pandemic and mobile fintech applications outperformed banks by a factor of up to 10.8x globally.
It found that that “Finance apps were downloaded 4.6 billion times in 2020, with consumers spending 16.3 billion hours scanning their mobiles to check their finances.”
Per the report, downloads increased in April globally amid widespread shutdowns, with the most significant surge occurring in December: a clear indication of the pandemic’s impact on financial wellbeing.
“Notably, users took to fintech apps with enthusiasm, with fintech outperforming even the best banking apps by a factor of up to 10.8x. Investment and trading apps like Robinhood were among the top downloaded finance apps worldwide as many consumers took to day trading in the Covid era,” it stated.
CEO and co-founder of Liftoff, Mark Ellis, said Covid-19 and the ensuing financial uncertainty resulted in users spending massive amounts of time on finance apps throughout 2020, and more readily activating in-app, with rates up a third to 25.1%.
MTN, for instance, reported in the third quarter that Mobile money revenue grew by 27.3% and this was supported by an increase in the number of active users from new activations during the period, higher person to person transactional activity and broader penetration of more advanced services such as retail merchant payments and international remittances.
Again they recorded a 52.9% growth in digital revenue, also driven by the growth in the number of active subscribers as well as improvements to their video and gaming offerings.
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“After a depressing 1st half, we are likely to see cautious optimism this year”
The great Indian Festive season has started amid the COVID-19 pandemic. We all know what kind of a washout the first half of 2020 has been when it comes to businesses and even personal lives being completely disrupted. Given the strict Government directives on maintaining social distancing, the huge crowds of shoppers that usually throng the markets during this time might be a lot less this year.
In normal circumstances, brands look at the festive season as an opportunity to gain maximum ROI, leveraging the consumer sentiments during this time. However, the unprecedented conditions have dampened the economy so far. While some are sceptical about businesses picking up during the rest of the year, we are also seeing a general mood of optimism.
Amid such a scenario, Adgully has reached out to marketers and publishers across India to gauge the sentiments during the festive season this year as part of our special series on ‘Festive Mood’. Over the next few weeks, we will be bringing the views and insights from various markets on how marketers and publishers are endeavouring to trigger a revival and give a boost to festive sentiments.
In this interaction with Adgully, Sumit Sehgal, CMO, Sheela Foam, speaks about the market sentiments this festive season and how his company is preparing to woo consumers and the digital-first approach to marketing.
How do you see the consumer sentiments across the nation this year? Which markets are seen as leading the rebound and how? What factors will drive growth this festive season? How much do you see festive sales getting impacted due to COVID-19 this year?
Whilst the consumer sentiment remains low, the festive period is a good momentary period to forget the COVID scenario and indulge in the celebrations. After going through a depressing phase in the 1st half of the financial year, we are likely to see cautious optimism this year. The only constraint being lower disposable incomes this Diwali.
For us, initially the smaller markets were showing growth, but now the growth is visible everywhere. With the changed social scenario, home products like furnishings and appliances will see higher sales. The overall demand this year is likely to be the same as last year and this will be driven especially by a certain segment of the market which has seen a rise in disposable incomes due to savings over the last 5 months on fuel, entertainment, apparel and travel.
Almost 90 per cent of our stores are operational now in the leading markets and we are seeing good demand levels across. Some brands which create a credible hygiene story, which is manifested in the product, are likely to see higher take up rates. All Sleepwell and SleepX mattresses come with NeemFresche technology, which was launched 2 years back, to provide comfortable and safe sleeping solutions to our customers.
What kind of integrated marketing activities are you planning for the festive season? On which platforms will you be investing your ad spends more and Why? What kind of digital push are you looking at?
We are planning multiple initiatives, considering the change in consumer behaviour during the lockdown period. Digital First will be the way to go for both our brands – Sleepwell and SleepX. We will be scaling up the Sleepwell@Home service in the larger markets to provide a safer and differentiated experience to consumers in the comfort of their homes.
We are also exploring possible associations with some tentpole properties to remain salient during the festive season and be the top considered brand for the consumer.
On SleepX, we will be launching our new campaign, which will further strengthen our position in the mattress category. Foreseeing an increased demand for home furnishing products, we will be launching a new product line for the festive period.
Do you see retail footfalls increasing during the festive season, given that people are still not venturing out for shopping in a big way? What alternate routes are you looking at to shore up sales – such as e-commerce, online purchases, D2C initiatives?
Given the lockdown conditions and prolonged use of mattress in these past months, consumers are happy changing their mattresses, especially with the added benefit of selecting and buying from the comfort of their homes. We have launched an exchange offer, where consumers can change their old mattress for a new Sleepwell mattress. This offer is also available under the Sleepwell@Home program.
Market shopping will surely see an increase, giving us a semblance of the old times, though the footfalls may not measure up to the last season. Brands which adopt a safe and hygienic shopping experience are likely to get a larger share of footfalls. At Sleepwell, our retail stores are now ‘Safe Zones’, where we have implemented the highest hygiene standards and take complete precautions so that customers feel safe during shopping.
Online shopping will see a big jump as is the trend worldwide. We will be scaling up our visibility on digital, including an aggressive e-commerce push for Sleepwell and SleepX. We are also in the midst of Diwali planning with Amazon and Flipkart, which are likely to see sales much higher than last Diwali.


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The holiday season can be a hectic time, full of stress and anxiety. Right around now, it’s important to scale back and be mindful of how we are truly feeling and how we can relax as the season begins to ramp up. CBD may be incredibly beneficial for helping us get through the next month or two ahead, and may promote calmness, comfort, and focus. Keep reading to learn how our CBD products may help you take a step back and breathe!


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As consumers reap the benefits of growing services like on-demand television and free telephone calls over the Internet, one local company may be a less obvious profiteer: Ciena Corp.
The Linthicum-based telecommunications equipment company rode the technology wave in the 1990s, dazzling Wall Street with an initial public offering in February 1997 that gave Ciena the highest first-day value at that time for a venture-backed startup. But when the tech bubble burst in 2000, it wasn't long before Ciena, too, started to feel pain.
Now, nearly five years since the company was last profitable, Ciena's chief executive says this will be the year the business sees a profit on an "as adjusted" basis. Ciena says its effort to expand its business beyond the core equipment it provides for fiber-optic networks has brought in a host of new clients and added new products to sell to existing customers such as AT&T; and Verizon.
Some analysts, though, question how successful Ciena's strategy of growth by acquisition has been. But the company argues that not adding those new businesses would have been an even riskier path to take.
"We're stronger now from both a broader technology perspective and from a customer base," CEO and President Gary B. Smith said during a recent interview in his corner office.
In Ciena's early days, the company was known for long-haul transport gear, which carries data from one side of the country to another, and switches for fiber-optic networks. The switches are essentially the on- and off-ramps on the information superhighway, packaging information to be shipped in e-mail, videos or other formats from coast-to-coast and readying the information to be delivered as it comes off the highway.
But the market for those products dried up during the technology downturn, when carriers realized their networks were overbuilt.
There was already too much fiber cable in the ground. As the economy turned, Ciena suffered several rounds of layoffs and saw its 2001 losses reaching $1.8 billion.
Its comeback strategy, the company said, was to grow its product line through acquisitions. Ciena's customer base now includes 22 of the 30 largest carriers, seven of the top 10 cable companies, and more than 50 enterprise customers, Smith said.
The company has about 1,500 employees, including about 600 in the Baltimore area.
During the past five years, Ciena acquired a half-dozen telecom companies in deals valued at more than $2.1 billion. The largest of those deals was in 2001 when Ciena spent $1.1 billion on privately held Cyras Systems Inc., a California company that makes optical switching systems for metropolitan networks, rather than long-haul (or coast-to-coast) networks.
Then the company made a $397.8 million deal in 2002 to buy ONI Systems Corp., which makes transport equipment to ship data in metropolitan and regional (or tri-state) areas. That acquisition was the first to significantly shift Ciena's focus to include metropolitan networks, the company said. It brought a suite of products for those networks and customers, including Qwest and Progress Telecom, the company said.
The strategy continued in 2003 when Ciena paid $46.2 million to buy Akara Corp., which handles data storage for businesses. Akara's technology moves companies' information to off-site locations to be protected in the event of a disaster. In other words, its technology is the U-Haul truck that moves information from corporate headquarters to a safe, remote spot.
Customers for this product include mostly hospitals and financial companies, Ciena said.
"We placed bets on where we thought the longer-term growth would be," Smith said, noting that Ciena's revenue has grown for the past eight consecutive quarters.
But will those bets pay off? The company has not had a profitable year since 2000, and its last profitable quarter ended July 31, 2001. Smith knows that gambling on new technology and on the telecom market can be dicey.
"That's the risk - you're burning your balance sheet," he said. "You're burning cash, and you've got to have some of those bets pay off."
But Ciena still has a financial cushion. At the end of its fiscal fourth quarter, Ciena had $952 million in cash and short-term investments - $35.9 million less than it had at the end of the previous quarter.
Its stock is up 43 percent this year, closing at $4.35 yesterday.
The company predicts it will come out of the red (on a pro forma basis) this fiscal year, which runs from Nov. 1 to Oct. 31. Pro forma numbers do not include expenses such as restructuring costs and are often different from numbers derived by generally accepted accounting principles required by government regulators.
Ciena, which is scheduled to report earnings for its fiscal first quarter today, will not say when it expects to be profitable under generally accepted accounting principles.
While some analysts agree with the company's financial predictions for this year, not all tout Ciena's strategy to get there.
Simon M. Leopold, a senior vice president at Morgan Keegan & Co. Inc. who follows Ciena, believes the company's plans to diversify rather than depending on a single sector is a good one. "That said, I don't think they're having the success that one would hope, having entered what would appear to be more promising subsectors," Leopold said.
Tim Daubenspeck, a senior networking equipment analyst for Portland, Ore.-based investment bank Pacific Crest Securities, says Ciena's acquisition strategy has been "more unsuccessful than successful."
Daubenspeck said the 2004 Catena Networks acquisition has not gained any traction from a revenue and product acceptance standpoint, and the 2003 WaveSmith Networks acquisition has contributed little to Ciena's revenue.
Catena's equipment allows customers to add high-speed Internet access to their existing phone lines, and WaveSmith makes switches that collect information and move it onto the network.
But Ciena's 2004 acquisition of Internet Photonics appears to be working, Daubenspeck said. That company combines and moves data, video and other traffic along fiber-optic networks.
Daubenspeck expects Ciena to turn a slight pro forma profit in the October quarter of this year, which he attributes to the company's improved efficiency in manufacturing and an increased demand for bandwidth.
Indeed, Ciena executives say the convergence of voice, data and Internet services will be a plus for the company. With services like digital subscriber lines and on-demand video becoming more prevalent in homes, the need for bandwidth is increasing - along with the demand for Ciena's products, Smith said.
Several carriers are upgrading their fiber-optic networks to be able to offer new applications, such as Voice over Internet Protocol technology that lets consumers make free phone calls over the Internet, and to stay competitive with the cable companies, analysts said. Verizon Communications Inc., for instance, now offers television service in some areas.
What these upgrades add up to, Ciena executives and some analysts agree, could be good news for Ciena, which sells equipment to make those improvements. British Telecom, for instance, is building a new network dubbed the 21st Century Network, and Ciena is one of its suppliers.
"From the point of view of a vendor like Ciena ... that carriers are going to be increasing their capital expenditure is wonderful stuff," said Lisa Pierce, a vice president for Forrester Research who specializes in business-class telecommunications services.
The market for "next generation" telecommunications equipment, which Ciena makes, was $6.9 billion last year, according to Yankee Group estimates. It is expected to grow into an $11 billion market by 2009.
Instead of just having a phone line and, perhaps, a DSL line into homes, telecommunications companies are bringing services such as high-definition television.
But the existing networks won't necessarily be able to manage all the services coming into homes in the future, said Nick Maynard, a senior analyst in the communications network infrastructure division for the Yankee Group.
"Those transformations in services are pushing on the networks and they are currently unable to meet the future demands and capacity increases that are going to be coming down the road over the next two to three years," Maynard said. "Ciena is well-positioned to be able to support that transformation."


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SCCI addresses strengthening economic ties with Karnataka
The Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) of Sharjah has explored ways of strengthening fiscal, investment, and commercial ties and extending the opportunities for cooperation with the Karnataka State of India.
This came during the meeting between Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, President of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, and Perikal M Sundar, President of the Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce & Industry, recently held at the SCCI premises (FKCCI).
Karnataka towards enhancing the economy alongside UAE
Also present at the meeting were senior officials from both sides, including Mohammed Rashid Al-Dimas, SCCI Board Chairman, Mohammad Ahmed Amin Al-Awadi, SCCI Director-General, and Dr. Kiran Kumar, FKCCI Director.
The meeting discussed several issues of mutual concern, including improving the economic, investment and industrial relations between Sharjah and Karnataka and broadening the possibilities for cooperation between the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Sharjah and the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Karnataka to help the private sector in both countries making better use of the investment opportunities available.
Al Owais stresses on the importance of such economic ties
Abdullah Sultan Al Owais said, “The bilateral relations between the UAE and India are a deeply-rooted one and are based on mutual respect and common interests in several fields, especially the economic field,”
He pointed out that the UAE is one of India’s main trading partners in the Middle East, while India is the first trading partner of the UAE, underlining the Chamber’s intention to pursue investment opportunities in the developing export sectors of Karnataka.
In exchange, Perikal M Sundar praised the close and long-standing links between India and the UAE and, in particular, Sharjah and Karnataka, explaining that the meeting aims to improve bilateral cooperation and, through investment inflows and collaborations between both sides, to take commercial and business ties to new heights.


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Internet of Things (IoT)
Obviously, it has an additional retail element, although it may not look obvious immediately.
According to a 2018 survey by Forbes insight/Intel, the company still has a lot of room for development.
When 211 senior leaders asked about retail already having a lot of technology connected to it, less than 12% said yes, about 7% said the solution is currently being installed.
But there is no doubt that the benefits of connected commerce are equally important.
When asked if the retail IoT solution created a return on investment, 76% of respondents said it was --
68% of respondents said retail technology improved the quality of life of the public.
The good news is that some of the world\'s leading cities are looking at what is possible. In London—
According to a study by Juniper Research and Intel, ranked second in the world in smart citiesthe super-
The Connected Cities program is helping small and medium-sized enterprises, including retailers.
Accelerate broadband access through coupons.
Here\'s how the power of IoT technology and data collection has rocked retail while consumer activity is integrated into the entire smart city experience.
There is no cashier here, and it may not be very common to see a store without a cashier today, please wait.
Globally, visionary and adventurous retailers are installing projects that only promise to increase in numbers in the coming months and years.
In 2017, Intel announced the launch of responsive retail IoT technology and invested $100 million in driving retail innovation.
\"A year later, as our response technology was adopted by retailers in nearly 60 stores with 2,000 sensors, we saw measurable results, 26 partners aligned with the vision will expand in a variety of environments, \"said Joe Jensen, vice president of Intel\'s IOT Group and general manager of the Retail Solutions division.
What will the frictionless retail look like?
In China, the retail giant Jingdong has created what is called a \"future store\", which uses responsive retail technology, marked by speed and convenience, to see busy consumers as a shopping experience.
From facial recognition that allows store access, to safe biometric checkout, to smart sensors that track the movement of store customers --
Helps optimize product layout
Technology not only redefined how Jingdong\'s customers shop, but also redefined how retailers serve their customers with the best efficiency.
Thanks to the Internet of Things technology, the inventory accuracy of JD locations can reach up to 98%.
Early returns from cashiers in the United States
Free retail is equally impressive.
Standard cognition opened its first public cash register in San Francisco in Septemberless store.
Amazon also continues to make progress in this area.
Amazon Go hopes to grow from a pilot location in Seattle to 10 pilot locations by the end of 2018, opening 3,000 cashiers
According to a report released by Bloomberg on 2021, stores were reduced by September.
The vision of CEO Jeff Bezos mentioned in the Bloomberg article is to \"eliminate meals --
Time jams in busy cities \"-
Human traffic jams if you want
Mortar Shopping in the process.
The new concept aims to eliminate the hazards that exist for each shopper: checkout line.
The Amazon Go pilot store in Seattle, which combines machine vision, IoT sensors, and mobile apps, swipes at the entrance to the store, creating the so-called \"Go out\" technology.
\"When shoppers put items in shopping bags, they are counted by the system (
Or subtract them when returning to the shelf)
And charge the Amazon account they linked.
This allows customers to simply leave the store after the shopping is completed, and in the process, Amazon collects data to capture and leverage customer insights.
Another example of smart retail may sound like a supermarket science fiction novel, but will soon become a ubiquitous reality: buying groceries by photographing subway walls.
In South Korea, Tesco has launched a successful experiment called \"Virtual Subway store\", where office workers use smartphones from two
Dimenagar \"grocery shelves.
\"Wait for them at home: grocery delivery.
The future of shopping in smart cities by bus
Maybe in the near future
Shopping by public transport will be a historic journey.
The American Outdoor Advertising Association is \"understanding the potential role of smart cities and outdoors [OOH]
Advertising \"describes a scenario where a smart device that consumers transmit from a bus route can triggerthe-
Moment information that consumers can use.
This information may include \"upcoming destinations, reminders about previous purchases, and points --of-
\"There is interest along the way,\" the report said . \".
\"This\" Urban face \"provides important insights into a range of organizations, including government agencies and businesses, who may wish to provide an ultra-
These reminders can save valuable time for consumers.
There\'s nothing worse than going out and running errands and it turns out that you forgot something. Because hyper-
According to the data generated by specific consumers, targeted information will be relevant to them, and consumers will welcome them as personalized reminders.
The problem closely related to this is how brands reach consumers when traveling around, whether in a shopping mall or at an airport (
Or these days, both at the same time).
In order to achieve this goal, intelligent retail is
Plus the leap beyond print advertising and the old advertising era
\"Digital marketers and brands have always wanted to target very specific audiences, and traditional media have not helped them for years,\" Maroun Ishac said . \" Business development director, Intel Retail Solutions division.
But thanks to \"numbers outside the home screen \"(DOOHs)
Marketers can reduce their goals to the most granular level.
\"Imagine if the DOOH screen becomes an audience and context-aware,\" Ishac said . \".
\"It\'s really important.
\"Imagine, for example, a digital flag, changing its message based on who passed it, and collecting data based on interaction --
Including how long the consumer has watched and what the response based on facial expressions looks like.
\"The future of digital signage depends on our ability to help brands reach their target audience,\" Ishac notes . \".
\"The good news is that with the help of Intel, we can analyze a lot of data sets.
We know where consumers have been, where they are now, where they are going.
And use it to target them with the right information at the right time.
\"Retailers, data, and 5g: better business planning, as Ishac suggests, the heart of any retail operation lies in its data --
The rich flow of continuous upwardto-the-
The second data generated by sensors, computer vision and computing analyzes the data at the source of the collected data, rather than sending the data through the Internet for processing.
Retailers are obsessed with walking traffic and demographics, the key information that the internet of things can provide to them.
In particular, computer vision can play a role in collecting numbers, such as the number of customers around buildings.
Ultimately, data records generated by consumersCarry equipment-
Smart watches and smartphones, for example
Sensors will be triggered in the store, allowing retailers to gather information that drives marketing efforts.
According to allmapdata, this includes the average shopping time of each customer in a series of visits and the Law of Return shoppers.
\"Data science and analytics allow us to collect data generated by an attribute and create a warehouse of great value with persistence and purpose,\" Chris Happ wrote.
Founder and CEO of Goby, a company focused on intelligent building technology.
\"For example: what if you could count the number of men and women passing through the entrance to art, bohemian style? This data set—
A trendy business, if you want.
Show how the block is a magnet for trendy dining, art and nightlife.
To this end, the upcoming 5g revolution (
Or the fifth generation.
Mobile communications will focus more on data and accompanying analytics than ever before.
In addition to increasing capacity-
As more retailers use more connected devices to access the Internet, this is a must --
5g will be more at an amazing speedgigabit-per-
The second territory
The delay is less than 10 ms.
Remember, none of these technologies are hypothetical --
Most of it has been put into use.
According to the figures of the survey, the enthusiasm of merchants and the early response of consumers, the idea of smart city retail comes down to one word: sales.
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Boost for beer brand
Drinks sector heavyweights back low-cal lager brand
Gen!us is expected to launch in draft
The Glasgow-based founders of light craft lager Gen!us are marking the second anniversary of its launch with investment from two drinks industry heavy hitters.
Gen!us Brewing, established by Jason Clarke and Charlie Craig, has received a significant investment from former Molson Coors global chief executive Mark Hunter, and David Wither, founder and chairman of the Montpelier Group.
The low calorie lager was launched in April 2018 and is brewed by Marston’s at its Eagle Brewery in Bedford.
Sales have been rising on the back of a rising trend in healthier drinking, which saw UK sales of ‘No & Low’ alcohol beer grow £15.2million in 2019.
Mr Craig, co-founder and operations director of Gen!us Brewing, said: “Securing investment from two of Scotland’s most respected figures within the drinks industry is a huge vote of confidence and a great way to celebrate a successful first two years.
“The Gen!us mission is to make healthier drinking a pleasure, not a compromise. Both Mark and David recognise that today’s consumers want a great beer that’s part of a healthy lifestyle.
“Of course like every drinks brand, coronavirus, has hit our on-trade business, however we’ve quickly adapted to focus on our online channel where sales are rocketing.”
Mr Hunter, who recently retired as president and CEO after 30 years at Bass and Molson Coors, said: “There’s a lot of great work happening in the No & Low alcohol space and Gen!us Brewing is a brand that is paying attention to the evolving lifestyle changes of drinkers all over the world.”
Montpelier Group’s Edinburgh venues include Tigerlily and Indigo Yard.
Mr Wither said: “I’ve seen huge changes in the beer industry since we started in the 90’s. Craft beer has raised people’s expectations of flavour but not everyone wants their strong ABVs and calorie content. I can see huge potential for Gen!us, especially when it launches in draft.”


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The vexing Detroit Pistons ended their first season at new Little Caesars Arena by missing the playoffs for the eighth time in nine seasons, but the offcourt side of the business marked a triumphant return to downtown Detroit.
The team's chief marketing and revenue officer, Charlie Metzger, told Crain's that the team doubled its corporate sponsorship revenue for this season despite leaving its own building, The Palace of Auburn Hills, after 29 years to instead share an arena controlled by the Detroit Red Wings.
The increase also came despite having fewer advertisers at their new home, which they often struggled to fill, compared with The Palace. The companies advertising with the Pistons downtown are willing to pay more, Metzger said.
The Pistons didn't disclose corporate revenue or other financial data, but Metzger did say the team intends to further boost income using several strategies. Notably, the team is in talks with its first Chinese corporate sponsor, an automotive firm the Pistons are not yet revealing, in a bid to capitalize on what the league has told Detroit is more than 10 million Pistons fans in China.
The team also is using data gathered this past season from its inaugural use of "Nielsen Sports Social 24" which is the digital audience analytics tool from Nielsen Co. that the Pistons say will allow them to revamp their advertising rate card beginning next season.
Metzger said the team will use the data to show sponsors the ROI they're getting from spending on the Pistons' 20-plus "digital content franchises."
"What really sets us apart is our digital firepower," Metzger said. "We are constantly challenging ourselves to explore what's next for our partners, whether that might be new social platforms or technology like augmented reality. We are a content company and a great way for partners to raise their profile and grow their business."
Two major deals helped fuel the Pistons' corporate advertising income. First was the decision by Troy-based Flagstar Bancorp Inc. last year to spend at least $5 million annually for three seasons to put the bank's logo on a patch worn on the players' game jerseys as part of the NBA's experiment with uniform advertising. That deal also included digital and traditional sponsorship elements, making Flagstar the Pistons' single largest corporate sponsor, Metzger said.
In fact, in a sign of where sports advertising deals have shifted in recent years, 55 percent of Flagstar's inventory with the Pistons is digital rather than static signage or old traditional branding platforms, Metzger said.
Second, the Pistons have a deal with Henry Ford Health System to sponsor the team's new headquarters and training facility now under construction in New Center. Financial terms of that deal haven't been disclosed, but the investment is known to be heavy and its details will continue to unfold as the building comes online in 2019. The hospital system also became the team's official health care provider.
Jeep also is a major Pistons sponsor.
"New assets like our jersey partnership with Flagstar, our naming rights partnership for the Henry Ford Detroit Pistons Performance Center with HFHS, and our digital firepower and the ability to create customized content for Jeep have driven our growth," Metzger said.
Savvy digital growth, major new deals, better ROI analytics, B-to-B customer service and a focus on the large millennial age cohort are the backbone of the revenue growth, Metzger said.
"It starts with the power of the NBA and the demographics of our fan base — multicultural millennials with a global perspective. We can reach this audience better than any other platform," he said. "On top of that, our business-to-business programs are helping our partners build relationships and drive their business forward. We do that better than anybody. It's about innovation and ROI."
Relocating to Detroit boosted the business strategy, Metzger added, prompting both new and richer deals from current advertisers.
"The decision to move the club back to Detroit has been received incredibly well," he said. "We actually have fewer partners than when we were at The Palace, but the relationships are deeper and more encompassing. Long-standing partners like Belfor and Blue Cross Blue Shield have increased their commitment with us. We have new partners like McDonald's, Art Van and Lear who are seeing positive results with us in the first year of our relationship."