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LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world’s largest luxury products group, said Tuesday that revenues increased 5 percent to approximately $12.15 billion in the first half of 2008. With comparable structure and exchange rates, sales increased 12 percent, the Paris-based conglomerate said.
The company said it received “excellent” results in Asia, the United States, and Europe for the first half of 2008.
Profit from recurring operations increased by 7 percent to approximately $2.4 million for the first half of 2008. At constant exchange rates, profit from recurring operations increased by 19 percent. Group share of net profit increased by 7 percent for the period.
“The first half results once again demonstrate the exceptional appeal of our brands as well as the effectiveness of our strategy, particularly remarkable given the adverse currency and economic environment seen during this period,” said Bernard Arnault, LVMH chairman and chief executive officer.
The “Watches & Jewelry” group grew by 7 percent to about $650 million, the company said. At constant exchange rates, growth was 15 percent. Profit from recurring operations rose by 30 percent.
“TAG Heuer confirmed its momentum with the success of its Grand Carrera line,” the company said. “Zenith saw sustained growth in its high-end classic watch collections. Christian Dior watches strengthened its synergies with fashion and jewelry. Chaumet grew thanks to the launches of Class One ‘Croisiere’ and the new creations in its Attrape-Moi collection.”
In addition, the company said De Beers continued its sustained growth with the expansion of its store network.
The first half also was notable for the acquisition of the Hublot brand, which the company says complements LVMH’s watchmaking portfolio.
In its outlook, LVMH said that even in an uncertain economic and monetary environment, it will continue to grow thanks to both the numerous product launches planned before the end of the year and to its geographic expansion. These factors allow the group to confirm its objective of a tangible increase in its 2008 results.
“LVMH thus proves its exceptional capacity to grow thanks to the strength of its brands, the responsiveness of its organization, and the talent of its teams,” Arnault said. “Reassured by the strong momentum in the first half of the year, the group approaches the second half with confidence. It will rely upon the creativity and quality of its products as well as the efficiency of its teams to pursue further development in its historical markets as well as in high potential emerging markets. All these elements enable us to confirm our objective of a tangible increase in results for 2008.”Follow JCK on Instagram: @jckmagazine
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#VWGate - automotive industry crisis rocks GermanyComments
The emissions scandal that has shaken Volkswagen Group is to undermine the image of the German firm and threaten the country’s economy.
The resignation of CEO Martin Winterkorn will not calm the storm and more employees are likely to follow the ex-chief out the door. On social networks, the famous slogan of the brand, Das Auto, has been the subject of heavy criticism, and the scandal has been given the Twitter hashtag of #VWGate. The firm faces many a bad joke and has a huge task to tackle – that of regaining investor and consumer confidence.
In 2011, Environmental group Greenpeace showcased its VW: The Dark Side ad when Volkswagen opposed key European climate change laws. To sign their petition Europe vs CO2 “to join the thousands who believe in cutting new car pollution”, click here.
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Good morning from London. Our most read now is 'VW’s deception is a warning to every company' http://t.co/KCKgfnOddcpic.twitter.com/TqmOPpX78O— Financial Times (@FT) September 24, 2015
Ready for our leisurely Sunday drive #VW#TDI#dieselgate#diesel#Volkswagenpic.twitter.com/SEJ2dOxA56— Sean Bennell (@Scorchez) September 21, 2015
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In conjunction with the launch of its Digital Wallet Database, Aite Group has announced a new awards program, the Digital Wallet Innovation Awards. These awards will honor and recognize innovation achieved by digital wallet providers that are changing the way that commerce is done. Award recipients will be industry leaders that identify and implement new products, capabilities, and levels of automation and effectiveness that remove friction and add value to the consumer and merchant commerce experience. They are the pathfinders in the digital payment space. The winners will be selected by a global panel of experts on digital payments and wallets, and the awards will be announced August 27, 2019, at MPC19 at the Swissôtel Chicago.
Nominations are now being accepted across five categories as follows:
- Customer experience
- Merchant experience
- Product design
- Value-added services
- Market adoption
Submissions will be accepted through May 31, and the following requirements will need to be met in order to nominate:
- Only digital wallet providers or individuals with explicit consent from their organizations can submit the nominations.
- Nominated innovations must be in production.
- All nominees must be willing to allow Aite Group to publicly announce and describe their initiatives, should they win.
“We are excited to announce this new awards program in conjunction with the Mobile Payments Conference,” said Thad Peterson, senior analyst at Aite Group. “Digital wallets are leading an explosion of innovation in the payment ecosystem, and it’s great to have an opportunity to recognize the leaders of this revolution.”
“We’re honored to partner with the payments industry thought leaders at Aite Group to showcase innovators in digital wallet solutions at MPC19,” said Marla Ellerman, executive director of the Mobile Payments Conference. “Enabling frictionless mobile payments is our primary focus of the event, so the Digital Wallet Innovation Awards and the results of Aite Group’s research will be a high point for the fintech decision-makers and innovators in attendance.”


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Think the Murcielago is getting long in the tooth? Well it is. But the Murci's advancing age looks positively pre-pubescent next to the Diablo. Wait a second, you say? The Diablo hasn't been built in nearly a decade now. Well Lamborghini hasn't – not the automaker we know in Italy, anyway. But its underpinnings still carry on in a land far, far away from the factory in Sant'Agata Bolognese.
2010 Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni – Click above for high-res image gallery
Lamborghini's pushing to ring up 3,000 sales per year, about 500 more than they currently move. Were they to drop a new Miura, revived LM002, or some other new model, they'd likely reach that target without any problem. Lambo Capo Rupert Stadler isn't in favor of spending the considerable development dollars it would take to bring a new model to market. Before coming out with a new car, it's more prudent for Lamborghini to sell its capacity of Murcielagos and Gallardos first.
Before there were the Lamborghinis of today, who's styling is an acquired taste, there were cars that were universally acknowledged as strikingly handsome. Now, you can own a piece of Lambo history and get one of the last not-so-hideous Lambos before they put all their chips behind the Countach and it's successors. For those of you who love the Miura, we know that the Urraco, Silhouette and Jalpa aren't quite the pinnacle, but they're still a darn sight better than the scissor doors, ridiculous
Pistonheads claims that they've been hearing rumors from sources they trust that Lamborghini is planning to greenlight the Miura as a limited-production halo car, a la the Enzo, Carrera GT, SLR, etc.


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This is one giveaway that people who love pasta are not going to want to miss.
Barilla is celebrating National Pasta Month in October by giving away Pasta Season packs that include eight boxes of classic pasta cuts, pasta-themed accessories and cooking utensils and recipes.
“While Halloween gets all the credit in October, there’s no denying everyone’s love for pasta, whether that’s traditional pasta, chickpea, lentil, or others. And now pasta lovers can celebrate the endless pasta-bilities all month long,” Barilla said.
The giveaway starts at noon on Monday, Sept. 26. The packs will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
A favorite Little Debbie snack is now a cereal with chocolate and peanut butter.
Schools can win a free, delivered lunch from Subway. Here’s how to nominate them.
Krispy Kreme’s fall orchard collection includes a new treat that is not a doughnut.
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It’s been announced that Connecticut has received federal approval for the launch of sportsbetting and online gaming. Confirmed by a tweet from Governor Ned Lamont, players across the state will soon be able to wager on sports both online and in person.
How Sportsbetting Will Work in Connecticut
Gaming operators in the state will be able to partner with third-party sportsbetting brands. The Connecticut Lottery will be teaming up with Rush Street Interactive, DraftKings and FanDuel to launch betting skins, and it will operate 15 retail sportsbooks across the state.
Connecticut tribes will also operate online and land-based betting platforms. Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment has signed an agreement with Kambi, while Mashantucket Pequot will be working with DraftKings. The two tribes will also be permitted to run online casino platforms, while the CT Lottery will run iLottery.
This critical step in the process of modernizing our gaming landscape here in Connecticut ensures that our state will have a competitive, nation-leading marketplace for wagering both in-person and online. (2/3)
— Governor Ned Lamont (@GovNedLamont) September 9, 2021
A Very Lucrative Market
It is estimated that Connecticut’s online gaming and sportsbetting market could be worth $418 million. This will present the state with plenty of useful tax revenue as online gaming licensees will be required to pay an 18% tax rate for the first five years – and, then 20% after that. Sportsbetting and fantasy sports operators will pay 13.75%.
Taxes will then go towards the general fund. This covers:
- Personnel Costs: this section of the fund covers the salaries and benefits of state government employees, as well as teachers’ pensions and retirement funds
- Municipal Aid: this money goes towards cities and towns for local purposes, and much of it goes towards education
- Medicaid: this is a health program for individuals with disabilities and those with low income
- Debt Service: this portion of the fund is used to repay previous borrowing by the state
- Other Areas: the first four areas make up 78.5% of the general fund. The rest is spend on social service programs, art and tourism, economic developer and environmental protection.
This will certainly be a huge boost to the state’s economy, and benefit residents in a wide variety of ways.
When Will Residents Be Able to Wager?
While the arrival of sportsbetting in Connecticut has missed the start of the NFL season, residents won’t have to wait too much longer. It has been reported that online gaming and sportsbetting could be available in the state by October.
“We think we can be live in the next two weeks and my new target is the third week of the NFL season if everything lines up. But it really relies on the licensing process at this point and how fast we can get through that,” – Rodney Butler, Chairman of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation.
Lawmakers in the state were very invested in getting sportsbetting up and running as quickly as possible. Just over a week ago, the Regulations Review Committee voted in favour of adopting emergency regulations that would speed things along.
Now that the approval of sportsbetting has been fast-tracked, players can look forward to wagering on their favourite teams very shortly.


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By the summer of 2014, South Boston will be the home to the city’s newest indoor rock climbing gym.
Rock Spot Climbing recently announced its plans to open a location at 30 Old Colony Ave.
“The South Boston location will showcase a fully-stocked retail outlet, host outdoor guided trips, and offer member-only discount packages,” Lary Norin, co-owner of Rock Spot, said in a statement. “Rock Spot gyms have become a cultural and social haven for the communities we serve and the South Boston location will be no exception.”
The company is already operating gyms in Hyde Park, Lincoln, RI, and South Kingston, RI.
The Old Colony location is expected to operate from 10 a.m. to midnight, with climbing options for all ages and abilities.


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Changes to UCPWA’s annual awareness and fundraising event “Casual Day”
In years past, UCPWA’s has hosted a Casual Day awareness campaign, where we encourage individuals and businesses to purchase a t-shirt to wear them on a specified day. We’re still selling t-shirts, but this year we are letting everyone choose their own Casual Day. Orders for t-shirts will be accepted until May 31st (payment must accompany order) and delivery on June 15th.
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US stocks drop as budget cuts loom
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- March 02, 2013
US stocks have moved lower as Washington appeared headed for sharp mandatory spending cuts that could slow the economy in the wake of failed budget talks in Washington.
An hour into trade on Friday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 34.98 points (0.25 per cent) to 14,019.51.
The broad-based S&P 500 declined by 4.87 points (0.32 per cent) to 1509.81, while the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite lost 18.54 (0.59 per cent) to 3141.65.
US markets are bracing for $US85 billion ($A83 billion) in spending cuts after President Obama and congressional Republicans failed to compromise on a less austere deficit reduction program.
Markets were also impacted by the rise in unemployment in the 17-nation eurozone to 11.9 per cent in January, according to Briefing.com.
"It is a reminder that fiscal austerity bites, particularly when it is paired with tax increases," said Briefing economist Patrick O'Hare.
Best Buy gained 1.4 per cent after it topped earnings expectations by a wide share, even as it reported a decline in same-store sales.
The market brushed off projections that first quarter earnings were "under significant pressure," as the company put it.
Clothing retailer Gap climbed 3.0 per cent after reporting profits and revenues above forecast levels. The company's chief executive said its goals for 2014 include "leveraging our global brands to gain more market share." Gap also boosted its dividend.
Deckers Outdoor, which sells the popular UGG and Teva brands of shoes, soared 12.6 per cent after announcing record annual revenues. The company footwear, anticipates full-year revenues jumping seven per cent next year.
American International Group, or AIG, fell 0.2 per cent after the insurer was downgraded by Evercore Partners.
Bond prices rose. The 10-year Treasury bond declined to 1.85 per cent from 1.89 per cent late Thursday, while the 30-year retreated to 3.05 per cent from 3.09 per cent. Bond prices and yields move inversely.
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A HAND-PICKED team of city magistrates will oversee all murders, sex crimes and other major cases in a historic shake-up of the state's justice system.
FIRST PICTURES: One pedestrian has died and another has been seriously injured after being hit by a car that crashed into the ANZ bank at the Marion Shopping Centre.


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If you push each member of Google?s new family of robotics together into a group, then stand back and squint your eyes real hard, you can almost make out the faint image of what the eventual GoogleBot is going to look like.
Somewhere in the very near future the GoogleBot, working by the thousands at Foxconn plants like the one in Shenzhen, will, undoubtedly, bear a strong family resemblance to Meka Robotics’ M1 Mobile Manipulator.
The M1 Mobile Manipulator is a great base to which other family members can easily and quickly add their own high-tech DNA or transplant entire body parts.
Andy Rubin probably has designer sketches of Googlebot hanging in a secret office somewhere.
Meka Robotics was co-founded in 2006 by Aaron Edsinger and Jeff Weber.
REDORBIT &WSJ:?These days, Meka?s sophisticated robotics hardware includes human-sized heads, arms, hands, torsos and full-body systems with advanced control innovations such as torque control and measurements at each joint. And all of Meka?s robots run off Meka M3 and Robot Operating System software, which allows for real-time communication.
But the company?s biggest success to date is likely its M1 Mobile Manipulator ? a $340,000 robotic humanoid that incorporates all of Meka?s hardware.
Designed to lift and carry objects, the M1?s arms move seamlessly and are equipped with strong grippers and an advanced control system that allows the arms to slow down upon human touch. A customizable head with a Kinect 3-D camera, along with other digital cameras, is included for detecting objects. The unit?s base is an omnidirectional platform with a mechanical lift that allows the torso to move vertically.
Co-founded by Edsinger, Redwood Robotics focused specifically on refining Meka?s robot arms.
?Designing arms is part of the story,? said Edsinger, now a robotics director at Google.
With Google?s acquisitions, Edsinger believes that robotics innovation is on the rise.
Although the technology behind Meka?s robots was considered novel just a few years ago, what distinguished the company from a burgeoning robotics landscape ?was designing robots on human scale that had a focus on aesthetic packaging,? Edsinger noted.
Meka?s robots are also inspired from the co-founders? time as artists, when Edsinger (who holds a bachelor?s degree in computer science from Stanford University) and Weber (a trained industrial designer) were visual artists building anthropomorphic robotic sculptures for participation in theatrical performances.
?As artists we valued aesthetics and design, and human interaction, and how these robotic systems relate to people,? Edsinger said.
Mobility, moving hands and arms resolved
The existence of the M1 Mobile Manipulator may well be the reasoning behind GoogleBot ubermeister, Andy Rubin?s recent New York Times quote that ?breakthroughs would still be necessary in areas like software and sensors, […] but hardware issues like mobility and moving hands and arms had been resolved.”
NOTE: Not many people know that Andy Rubin is Android. Back in the 90?s when he was working at Apple, Rubin was nicknamed Android by his colleagues because of his passion for robotics. Rubin went on to found Android Inc, which Google acquired in 2005 to form the foundation of its mobile OS division.
And then came Foxconn
According to the Wall Street Journal, which cited unnamed sources, Foxconn has been working with former Android executive Andy Rubin since last year “to carry out the U.S. company’s vision for robotics.”
Foxconn Chairman Terry Gou met with Rubin in Taipei recently and they discussed new robotic technologies, the report said. Gou expressed excitement over new automation technologies Rubin showed him and Rubin also asked Gou to help integrate a technology company that Google is acquiring.
The Wall Street Journal report also said the targets of Google?s new robotics team are in manufacturing ? such as electronics assembly, which is now largely manual ? and competing with companies like Amazon in retailing.
The cooperation comes as Foxconn has been striving to accelerate automation efforts at its factories amid challenges of rising labor costs and workplace disputes in China, where it has more than a million workers.
Foxconn?s chairman has reiterated his ambitions to build factories with robots in recent years as the company seeks to transform itself into a high-tech manufacturer focusing on high-margin, capital-intensive products such as automobile and medical equipment.
Analysts said the partnership makes sense as Foxconn, the world?s largest contract manufacturer of electronics devices, can provide Google the best testing ground for its new robotics technology.
They said Google is expected to build a new robotic operating system for manufacturers, just like the Android operating system for mobile computing devices. A successful robotics operating system would further strengthen Google?s position in the technology industry.
?Foxconn needs Google?s help to step up automation at its factories as the company has the lowest sales per employee among the contract makers, given its large workforce,? said Wanli Wang, an analyst at CIMB Securities.
?Using robots to replace human workers would be the next big thing in the technology industry. Not just Google, other major technology companies such as Microsoft and Amazon also have been developing robotics technology to capture the future growth opportunities.?
Maybe such low sales per employee was the reasoning behind Apple switching production to its iPhone 5 and IPad-mini to another manufacturer.
Things are happening fast on the Google robot front. A quick entry into the marketplace with a GoogleBot that works and works cheaply would instantly establish Google as the foremost co-robot maker in the world.
And the M1 Mobile Manipulator may get its own statue in Silicon Valley.


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Shoppers will spend £120,000 a second in late rush
by SEAN POULTER, Daily Mail
Up to a quarter of the population is expected to indulge in the record £4.3billion binge in a race to buy all their presents and supplies before stores finally shut tonight.
Many customers appear to have left their gift buying as late as possible in the hope of picking up bargains, leaving them facing packed stores and long check-out queues.
To cope with the rush for Christmas food, the major supermarkets have brought in 50,000 extra staff.
However, today's consumer stampede could lead to ' mayhem', warned the British Retail Consortium (BRC).
'People live busy lives and they have pushed back buying to the very last minute this year,' said spokesman David Southwell.
'People see 6pm on Christmas Eve as the deadline and are pushing themselves to the limit. I suspect people will be hammering on the doors of the supermarkets.
'While people have been busy with work and family, there is also an element of hanging on to pick up a bargain. But the clock is ticking, the race is on to make sure all the food and presents have been bought and it will be mayhem out there.'
Barclaycard expected its customers alone will spend 10 per cent more than last year.
Overall, predicted a study from the Internet bank Egg, shoppers will part with around £4.3billion on Christmas Eve - £120,000 a second.
The late rush to spend offers a lifeline to stores. Although Christmas spending this year is likely to be 3-4 per cent above 2001, it is still way below expectations.
As a result, some chains have been marking down merchandise, particularly clothes and shoes, in the last few days to shift stock.
Among the big name sales is House of Fraser, where crackers have been marked down 20 per cent and designer label clothes are up to 50 per cent off.
Laura Ashley has also been running a full-blown sale, while scores of other retailers - from mobile phone shops offering 50 per cent off picture messaging handsets to Habitat and Gap - have been marking down prices.
There were no such problems at Marks & Spencer where the demand for food was so high that some stores were running short of fresh turkeys by yesterday.
Its flagship shop in Kensington, West London, ran out of Christmas puddings, which have won rave reviews in taste tests, by 2.30pm yesterday. It was also out of organic turkeys, packs of trimmings and fresh gravy.
A spokesman said: 'We are getting in deliveries throughout-the day. Shelves are constantly being replenished. Some stores will have particular shortages for short periods.'
It was a similar story at other major supermarkets, which were struggling to keep up with demand.
Barclaycard's study predicted that food sales today would be 70 per cent above a normal weekday.
Off-licences, electrical retailers and clothes stores would reap the same effect.
Top of the late buys is jewellery, with sales nearly doubling in the week before Christmas.
Ian Barber, from Barclaycard, said: 'Whether it's people putting off a trip to a packed high street or hoping for last-minute price cuts, it seems we are leaving giftbuying later than ever.
'At least we balance the pre-Christmas excess a little - supermarket spending just after Christmas is among the lowest of the year.'
Men are more likely to form the queues, with a third admitting they leave shopping until the last minute compared with only 15 per cent of women.
Shops in Wales and the West of England will be among the busiest, said Egg, with 32 per cent of those questioned planning a final spree. The most organised shoppers live in the North West, where 81 per cent have finished gift-buying with time to spare.
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GM and another foreign carmakers announced additional investment in the U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s bullying tactics appear to be working in favor of his bid to create more jobs in the country.
Google, having detached itself for the moment from the ‘google car’ project, the company has this dream being realized by a separate company called ‘Waymo’. The driverless autos (basically supercomputers on wheels) could turn into a general sight on the streets in a couple of years!
Google is purchasing around 100 Chrysler Pacifica minivans from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and will equip them with its self-driving tech, the first time a Silicon Valley company is working closely with a car manufacturer.
As the country’s employment rate improved, consumer confidence as well as spending has increased leading to increases in sales of most major carmakers in the United States in March – their best in 16 years.
Ferrari S.p.A's parent company, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, will be selling 10 percent of its shares to better compete with its rivals BMW and Volkswagen. Fiat Chrysler chairman also announced its intention to make Ferrari to be treated as a luxury-goods manufacturer instead of a regular car maker.
Fiat Chrysler has issued recalls for more than a million of its pickup trucks over several issues. One issue was identified through an investigation, and it has something to do with the side bags of the driver's seat that can easily inflate without the vehicle getting into a crash or a collision.
Fiat Chrysler has recalled thousands of Jeeps just two months after its massive recall of 1.4 million Jeep Cherokees in the United States. The latest recall from the automobile manufacturer was largely due to another software issue.
Fiat Chrysler CEO is very persistent about the merger with General Motors, convinced that combining both entities will generate about $30 billion per year in cash. Despite a claimed well-structured proposal, GM CEO has still refused.
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV (FCHA.MI) (FCAU.N) said it had priced an offering of 87 million common shares at $11.00 each as the carmaker seeks funds to cut debt and pay for an ambitious investment plan.
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) (FCHA.MI) (FCAU.N) said on Thursday it had launched an expected share offer and a $2.5 billion mandatory convertible bond as it seeks to reduce its mounting debt pile and fund an ambitious five-year investment plan.


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NEW DELHI: Textiles exports for the 2015-16 fiscal stood at $40 billion, falling way short of the $47.5 billion target, a senior official said today.
"The quantum of shipments from the textiles sector during 2015-16 was $40 billion," Joint Secretary in the Textile Ministry Sunaina Tomar told PTI.
The ministry has set an exports target of $48.5 billion for the current fiscal.
Last fiscal's shipments were also below the $41.4 billion exports achieved in 2014-15.
Meanwhile, Textiles Minister Santosh Gangwar today said the new national textiles policy, which aims to achieve $300 billion exports by 2024-25, may be unveiled soon.
The new policy also aims to create an additional 35 million jobs.
Keeping in view various domestic and international developments in the industry and the need for a roadmap, the ministry has initiated the process of reviewing the National Textiles Policy, 2000.
The minister also informed that around 3.75 lakh youth belonging to the textiles sector have been trained under the Integrated Skill Development Scheme (ISDS) and 70 per cent of the trainees have already got jobs.
India’s elevated core inflation, which strips volatile food and fuel prices from the headline, has kept borrowing costs high. Even though the RBI’s mandate is focused on managing headline consumer prices, core inflation has made its way into policy deliberations. The indicator has stayed above 6% for 17 straight months.
New Delhi, Mar 14 (PTI) American toy and clothing retailer Toys 'R' Us is said to have shut within 24 hours a store it opened in Hyderabad to mark its second entry into India over some legal complexities with the mall owner, sources said.


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Apple's new mobile wallet could help your customers pay with their cellphones. Apple Pay is a new payment platform that lets buyers use the new iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus or Apple Watch to pay for items or services without reaching for a plastic credit card. It's far from the first mobile wallet platform to launch on smartphones, but Apple's effort could help the technology hit the mainstream — and that has implications for small business owners. Apple Pay lets users link their phone or smartwatch with their bank account to provide a quick, easy and secure checkout system for your customers, so entrepreneurs should be ready for it. Here are the top three features for small business owners:
Apple Pay will let customers complete transactions without forking over cash or swiping a plastic credit card. The system works because the iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus and Apple Watch are the first Apple devices to include near-field communications (NFC) chips. The chips let you hold any iPhone or Apple Watch up to a contactless point-of-sale device at a retailer for quick and easy payment. Small business owners who want to accept Apple Pay will have to incorporate NFC readers into their checkout systems. The system will work with most U.S. credit cards when Apple's new iPhones launch on Sept. 19. Apple has already partnered with American Express, MasterCard and Visa, as well as many national banks, and dozens of major retail stores have pledged to support the platform.
Apple Pay could help eliminate the divide between online and offline shopping, since the same system will also let buyers pay for items on the Internet. Retailers will be able to incorporate Apple Pay into the online checkout systems on their website, as well as in a business's dedicated app, though the details for Apple Pay integration haven't yet been announced. For iPhone users, Apple Pay could be a handy alternative to other Web-based payment systems like PayPal. Small business owners would be wise to watch out for more information on how to incorporate Apple Pay into their e-commerce efforts.
Of course, customers won't want to use any new payment platform if they're not convinced that it's secure. Apple Pay uses several layers of security to help put buyers at ease. Here's how it works.
To set up Apple Pay with a payment card, consumers must first set up an account in Apple's iTunes Store. You can enter your information manually, or simply snap a photo of your credit or debit card with your iPhone to have your info automatically pulled in. Finally, you'll need to verify your account with your bank.
The first layer of security comes from the new iPhone hardware itself. When buyers are checking out with Apple Pay, they will hold their finger over the Touch ID fingerprint reader embedded in their device's home button. That ensures thieves can't use Apple Pay on a stolen phone.
The iPhone's NFC chip itself is designed to encrypt each user's payment information. Additionally, Apple Pay doesn't transmit your card data to the retail merchant. Instead, it uses a security code system that transmits a different code for each payment, meaning that stolen transaction data can't be used to make additional purchases. As a final layer of security, users can disable Apple Pay from their Web browser at home if their phone is lost or stolen, and then activate it again when they find their device or get a new one.


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Nissan Motor Company has expressed their serious concerns on the possible incentive cuts expected in different countries of Europe in the coming period. The representative of this Japanese Car Company in Europe yesterday announced the views of the company over the three year incentive cut phase proposal of Government. The more worried thing according to the company is the pricing of one of the most popular electric car model of the Company, Leaf.
“The moment the Government will begin to cut off the sales subsidy provision on electric cars, the phase out for the pricing of the cars is definitely expected. We are therefore trying to minimize the production cost in any of the other ways, but still it seems that the cut-offs will definitely raise the prices and would affect the savings of the car lovers”, said the Vice Chairman of Nissan Simon Thomas. “I hope that they will not cut it off totally but will pair back but still we have no rights to suggest them as we are right now having just three years agreement with them and in some of the countries of Europe we even have no formal agreements”, he added.Image via Wikipedia
The Nissan Leaf is strongly relied on these exemptions as they are facing stiff competition with Toyota Motor Company and Honda Motor Company. The company is jumping in the business in Portugal and Netherlands in December. This will be the debut for Nissan in Europe for the electric cars industries which have to fight with some of the popular gasoline engined cars. The electric cars will also be launched in UK just after two months of these countries. The Company is making cautious steps by seeing the challenge of incentive cuts.
The origin of the issue
The issue has been raised as the Governments in Europe are planning to pull back the subsidies and these changes are pressurized on them by the current financial scenario which makes them forced to save Government spending and to enhance the revenues. Many of the European Countries like Greece, UK have already proposed the cuts in many of the fields including sales subsidies.
Nissan is in the preparation of creating the batteries that can save lots of money of the owners and are planning to launch them earliest in the European markets as well.


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28 Apr 2021by Madeleine Barber
Aimed at tour operators and online travel agents, this webinar will give you the opportunity to learn more about travel technology provider intuitive’s newest solution, DealFinder
DealFinder is cutting-edge caching technology that will give you instant search capabilities online; improving user experience and increasing online conversion. The solution was launched last year and is live with leading online brands, such as the new Thomas Cook.
intuitive will be joining TTG for a webinar to showcase this new product and discuss how it can deliver the fastest and broadest search capabilities for holiday websites.
Andy Keeley, commercial director at intuitive, will be on screen to explain exactly how DealFinder can help tour operators and online travel agents improve their online search and booking capabilities, share why this solution is different and…


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With 35 studs booked for the ninth annual Elders Riverina Sheep Expo in Deniliquin, the August 18 event is at capacity.
Designed as a celebration of the region’s sheep and wool industry, the expo will be held at the Peppin Heritage Centre and Museum in George St from 10am.
It will feature sheep and wool judging, shearing competitions, a homage to the wool fashion industry and more.
Errol Horneman from Elders Deniliquin said as well as having display stock, many of the participating studs will also compete for the coveted prizes on offer — Riverina Merino Ram and Ewe of the Year and Riverina Performance Ram and Ewe of the Year.
This year’s feature breed is Dohne, and the event will also include the announcement of the Northern Clip of the Year.
Of the studs participating, seven will be Dohne, 12 are British breeds, and the rest Merinos.
And the many other attractions of the day will provide additional appeal, Mr Horneman said.
‘‘The blade shear will return for the third year, and we also have a fair few new suppliers coming along this year,’’ he said.
‘‘Bob the Butcher is confirmed to return who was popular with the crowd last year.
‘‘We also expect to have a few other attractions too, including on-site simple health checks.’’
There will also be the traditional wool fashion show and the Wonders of Wool exhibition.
‘‘The expo is a pretty prestigious event,’’ Mr Horneman said.
‘‘The whole idea of the expo is about supporting the industry and making sure it stays alive and well.’’
The expo kicks off about 10am and closes about 4pm. It’s held in the heart of Deniliquin’s central business district, at the Peppin Heritage Centre and Museum.
For more information, contact Elders Deniliquin on (03)58812211.


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Mercury News report on the community workshop discussing the future of the Warm Springs BART station area and the site of the former NUMMI plant. The City of Fremont is studying various land use options for the station area, currently a primarily industrial area.
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News reports discuss a proposal from a small Santa Clara company to keep the NUMMI plant in Fremont running by manufacturing electric vehicles. The plant is still set to close April 1.
Additional news on the plant closure can be found here.
Updated information on city efforts is posted here.
It’s now been announced, following uncertainty since GM’s June announcement to withdraw from the partnership. Toyota has decided to stop making cars at NUMMI in March.
As cited in the article, according to the East Bay Economic Development Alliance, this affects 4,700 workers at the plant in Fremont, along with an estimated 18,800 jobs at more than 1,100 supply companies in California.
Earlier GM announcement can be found here.
Construction on the BART warm Springs extension set to begin.
General Motors plans to quit a joint venture with Toyota to make cars at New United Motor Manufacturing Inc. in Fremont, a decision that threatens the survival of the West Coast’s only automotive plant and puts 4,700 factory jobs at risk.
Inside Bay Area reports that Toyota is considering manufacturing the Prius at the New United Motor Manufacturing Inc. (NUMMI) plant in Fremont.
NUMMI is a joint venture between GM and Toyota. With the bankruptcy of GM and the elimination of several of its brands, the future of NUMMI is uncertain, along with its 4,700 workers and an estimated 35,000 – 40,000 jobs the plant generates throughout California.
NUMMI is the largest employer in Fremont and the facility is located near the future Warm Springs BART station.


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Barnes & Noble
There may be a new chapter ahead for Barnes and Noble BKS. Chairman Leonard Riggio wants to buy the company's retail business. In papers filed just this morning, Riggio says he wants to acquire BN's stores and website, but not the division that makes the Nook e-reader. No price was disclosed. Barnes and Noble has not risen along with the recent tide in the broader market. The company will report earnings on Thursday.
It has been a disastrous morning for drug maker Affymax AFFY. It's down about 75% on news that it's recalling a drug to treat anemia. Affymax has been atop Market Pulse, meaning more people are tweeting about it than any other corporation. Apparently the drug in question was causing severe allergic reactions. Other companies in the Market Pulse top 5 include Barnes and Noble and Heska.
BP BP PLC isn't settling for less. It looks like the company will in fact go to trial today in a civil case stemming from The Gulf oil spill. Prosecutors spent the weekend bargaining with company reps. The latest offer would be a 16-billon dollar payout. BP may be pushing to pay penalties, which are tax deductible, instead of fines.
4 Stocks To Watch
First off Lowes LOW. The home improvement chain has just come out with earnings this morning. The company made 26-cents per share, beating estimates by 3-cents. Much of the revenue was a result of Hurricane Sandy. Lowes has seen its stock price climb since the summer. In fact its price to earnings ratio is now above 22.
Also reporting this morning is Hertz HTZ which has been on a similar climb. In fact it hit a 52-week high in trading after Friday's closing bell. This has been a transition time for Hertz which bought competitor Dollar Thrifty back in November. The company reported a $2.6 billion loss with that acquisition. That comes out to 9-cents a share.
Casino operator Caesars Entertainment Group CZR is reporting later today. Srares have been up more than 4% in premarket trading. The company stock has really popped in the last month. It also jumped on Friday when Nevada legalized online gambling. New Jersey's expected to do the same later this week.
And finally, GM GM which is cruising ahead of its competitors on the information superhighway. The automaker will announce today that it's equiping 2014 models with 4G internet access through the center console and backseat. The connection would be up to 10 times faster than what's available in other cars. So far GM stock has not fared well this year, down about 10%.


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[Seoul = WhoWired] June 16, 2011 - Fifteen Samsung Smart TVs are being sold in every minute!
On June 15th, Samsung Smart TV has finally reached the mark of accumulated 2 million sales only three months after its global release. Samsung Smart TV was introduced to the world stage in March, and it went on to pass 500,000 sales in early April, and hit 1 million sales before the month. In this record, Samsung Smart TV has been sold at the speed of 25,000 units in every day, and 15 units in every minute.
Geographically, 730,000 units have been sold only in North America, the largest TV market in the world, followed by 710,000 units in Europe including advanced markets like the UK, Germany, France. Even in the regions like Middle East, Africa, South-East Asia where Samsung Smart TV was introduced a bit late, 170,000 units have been sold so far, and it seems sure that the number doesn’t want to stop there.
This global success of Samsung Smart TV is considered to attribute to customers-suited product line-ups, optimized UI, creative smart functions and rich contents.
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New Delhi, January 12
American electric carmaker Tesla has registered its Indian arm amid indications that the company is set to enter the country’s automobile market.
According to a regulatory filing, the firm has registered Tesla India Motors and Energy Pvt Ltd with RoC Bangalore.
The company has been registered as an unlisted private entity with a paid up capital of Rs 1 lakh.
Vaibhav Taneja, Venkatrangam Sreeram and David Jon Feinstein have been appointed as directors of Tesla India, as per the Registrar of Companies (RoC) filing.
Last month, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari had said Tesla is set to start its operations in the country in 2021 and would also look at setting up a manufacturing unit based on demand.
Earlier on Tuesday, auto major Tata Motors denied tying up with the company for its India foray.
In November last year, replying to a Twitter user who asked about the progress of the company’s India plans, Tesla CEO Elon Musk had said, “Yea..Next year for sure”. — PTI


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Send your items about trunk shows, fashion events and style showcases in the Charleston area to firstname.lastname@example.org.
Jaime Moore of Summerville has launched Carolina Classic Clothing, featuring Etcetera, an everyday lifestyle brand for women. Etcetera is available exclusively via appointment and at a trunk show highlighting the fall collection Sept. 5-11. Preview the clothing online.
Moon and Lola is holding its grand opening celebration at 5 p.m. Saturday. The event will include hors d’oeuvres, refreshments and jewelry. It will take place at the store, 322 King St. in downtown Charleston.


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Driving from point A to point B in New York City is actually getting slower despite brand new bridges, tolls, congestion pricing, and public transportation options, and it has a lot to do with all the stuff we’re ordering online. A recent story in the New York Times outlines how massive growth in online ordering from companies like Amazon has added a whole new layer to the delivery truck traffic and parked vehicles that clog city streets each day. But the real news may be the new layer of infrastructure that’s being added to the city’s economy in the form of “last mile” fulfillment centers to get it all to consumers overnight.
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Previous rendering of Anable Basin, courtesy of WXY architecture + urban design
Soon after Amazon canceled plans to build a new headquarters in Long Island City, the city began reviving earlier plans to bring a mix of residential and industrial spaces to the neighborhood. Developers and city officials are still in talks over how the 28-acre site—which includes land owned by both the city and plastics company Plaxall—will be used. As Politico recently reported, the vision is starting to come into sharper focus with property owners now engaging the neighborhood and community board to help determine the future of the waterfront site.
Here’s what we know so far
Google Street View of the Maspeth site
As Amazon’s search for new warehouse space continues, the retail giant is looking to Queens again, as Crain’s reports. Several sources have said the company is considering leasing the site at 55-15 Grand Avenue in Maspeth, which can accommodate over 700,000 square feet of space. If the deal goes forward, Amazon would scrap the existing, former warehouse and build a custom distribution facility from the ground up.
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Earlier this week reports circulated that Amazon might be eyeing Industry City for new office space in Brooklyn, but the company’s search isn’t limited to one borough. As the Wall Street Journal reported, Amazon is searching throughout New York City for a space large enough to accommodate its growing workforce and is in talks with WeWork to lease space in the historic Lord & Taylor flagship store, which WeWork bought earlier this year. Spokespeople for both companies declined to comment, but sources say Amazon is considering leasing a part of the building or the entire 12 stories. The Journal also noted that Amazon is looking into other locations, including the Farley Post Office across from Penn Station.
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Months after breaking up with Long Island City, Amazon is scoping out locations in neighboring Brooklyn, as Crain’s reported today. Sources say the company is searching for “a massive space” to house a new logistics facility and is considering renting out roughly one million square-feet at Industry City in Sunset Park, though that wasn’t confirmed by anyone involved directly in the potential deal.
Manhattan West. Rendering via VisualHouse.
Retail disruptor Amazon has reportedly been looking at over 100,000 square feet of office space in the new One Manhattan West tower and supertall-to-be Two Manhattan West. According to the New York Post, the company is looking for “at least 100,000 square feet or much more” in the glassy skyscrapers that are part of a rapidly rising West Side development hot spot. When the Post asked Mayor de Blasio about the news, he told the paper that if Amazon moves forward with the plans, “they’re going to have to do it on their own.”
Unlike Queens, Manhattan will hardly notice
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Last week brought news that a $5.6 million Amazon conversion project is coming to the former Bulova facility at 26-15 Boody Street in Woodside, Queens that will turn the warehouse into a delivery center for the retail giant. Though the new project is expected to create 2,000 new jobs, an Amazon spokesperson told 6sqft they’re likely to be $18-$25 per hour jobs rather than the 25,000 $150K professional salaries the no-go Amazon HQ had promised.
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Two months after mega-retailer Amazon announced it was walking away from a lease at One Court Square, a Long Island City library branch that occupies space on the ground floor of the 53-story Citigroup building is facing the possibility of eviction according to non-profit publication The City. The lease on the 3,200-square-foot One Court Square branch of the Queens Public Library expires on August 31. The library has paid an annual rent of $1 since the building opened in 1989 as part of a deal with Citigroup, whose lease on the space ends in May of 2020, but a spokesperson for the library has said that the building’s owner has “indicated it is seeking market rent for the library space.” Last year, building owner Savanna was reportedly seeking $55 to $65 per square foot for space in the building.
A valuable community service in jeopardy
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According to a new poll conducted by the Siena College Research Institute, nearly two-thirds of New York state registered voters think Amazon’s decision to cancel its plans for a second headquarters in Queens was bad for New York. Sixty-one percent of the people who were polled say they would approve of the deal—in which Amazon would receive up to $3 billion in state and city incentives and create up to 25,000 jobs—if the company were to reconsider. The results are clear: “While some may have celebrated Amazon’s announcement to pull the plug, the vast majority of New Yorkers of every stripe thought it was bad for the Empire State,” said Siena College pollster Steven Greenberg.
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The $20 billion, 28-acre Hudson Yards megaproject has been in the news recently as its official March 15 grand opening approaches. The New York Times reports that the nation’s largest residential development has gotten more than a little financial help from the city government to get there. In fact, public records–and a recent study by the New School–reveal that the development has received nearly $6 billion in the form of tax breaks and additional government assistance, twice the controversial $3 billion in incentives held out to Amazon to entice the retail tech giant to bring its second headquarters to Queens.
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Controversial retailer Hobby Lobby plans first Boston area location
A controversial arts-and-crafts retailer that won a Supreme Court fight over employee-sponsored insurance coverage for contraceptives is planning to open a store in the Marketplace at Braintree, its first in the Boston area.
The Patriot Ledger reports no date has been set for the opening of the Hobby Lobby store, company spokesman Bob Miller said in an e-mail.
“We are still committed to bringing a store to the community and we are continuing to work towards that end,” Miller said.
The company will fill the space vacated by the Sports Authority store, which closed about 18 months ago.
Miller said the store would cover 43,000 square feet and is projected to have 35 to 50 employees.
Started in 1970, Oklahoma City-based Hobby Lobby calls itself the world’s largest privately-owned arts and crafts retailer. The company has more than 800 stores across the nation, with Massachusetts locations in Seekonk, Athol and Holyoke. The company said each of its stores offers more than 70,000 crafting and home decor products.
The company is also aggressively expanding. In a press release, it said it opened 63 new stores, including 12 relocated stores, in 2017. It plans to open 60 new locations with 2,500 new employees in 2018.
Hobby Lobby is also known for its challenge to a requirement under the federal Affordable Care Act that its employee health insurance plan provide coverage for contraceptives. The company, owned by evangelical Christians, said the requirement violated a federal law protecting religious freedom. In a 2014 ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court sided with Hobby Lobby.
The store is part of a revival the shopping center has been undergoing in recent years. It is located off Union Street and fronts on Route 3.
Kmart, one of the original tenants of the shopping center, closed in 2106. It has been replaced by two outlet stores: Nordstrom Rack and Sak’s Off 5th. The remaining space in the store will house 5.11 Tactical, a retailer of tactical clothing and gear. That store is scheduled to open in late February.
The former Borders bookstore, which closed in 2011, now houses Guitar Center and Five Below stores.
Other stores in the center include Best Buy, Bed, Bath and Beyond, Staples and Babies ’R Us.


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That humble mobile phone could soon become an indispensable tool for a range of business applications, thanks to a new wireless technology.
Near-field communication (NFC), the short-range wireless standard based on having a radio frequency identification (RFID) chip embedded in the handset, is being tested extensively in many countries.
In Japan, for example, the technology has been successfully employed by wireless carrier NTT DoCoMo to allow customers to use their cell phone as a mobile wallet.
Industry observers believe that NFC has huge market potential.
Jay Hotti, chief technology officer at Network For Electronic Transfers Singapore (NETS), is convinced that NFC will be a powerful tool for both the mass markets as well as the enterprises. The electronic payments provider last year unveiled a proof-of-concept RFID-based mobile phone application which allowed users to make contactless payments with their handsets.
"With the high penetration rate of mobile phones, NETS believes that NFC would become a mainstream technology offered by major telcos," said Hotti in an e-mail interview with ZDNet Asia.
According to Hotti, there are various applications business organizations can build to leverage NFC-enabled mobile phones.
"Enterprises can look at introducing concepts such as electronic coupons or RFID tagged advertisements for discounts, as well as peer-to-peer transactions with other NFC-enabled devices," added the industry veteran. "They can also facilitate the convergence of services like equipping mobile phones with ATM functions."
Bernard Ng, a software developer with RFID and Java development experience, thinks that mobile phones with RFID are a great fit in the enterprise environment as the technology offer an extra layer of security for users.
Said Ng: "Mobiles are also already in use for two-factor authentication for Internet banking, Having NFC just makes it more convenient because it is much easier and less error-prone to place the phone near a reader than to transcribe a one-time password (OTP) embedded in an SMS."
Ng agreed that while mobile phones can be a liability because "people use it often and some of us lose it quite easily", he also believed that it makes for a strong security token.
"The phone is actually superior because we use it often and thus detect its absence earlier and can disable it remotely. If someone removes your SIM card, the authentication should be designed to fail, and if they put it back within cell phone coverage, home base should send a message to wipe out all sensitive content, including the capability to authenticate using NFC," Ng explained.Mobile makers eye opportunity
Handset manufacturers are also casting an eager eye toward NFC.
US-based Motorola signaled its intentions for the mobile market after the company's acquisition of Symbol Technologies in September. Though it has yet to announce any detailed plans, according to a Motorola spokesperson, the company regards NFC as an "extremely powerful proposition and are actively investigating the area."
Rival Nokia, meanwhile, said it is working toward making NFC a universally accessible technology.
The Finnish handset maker previously flirted with the thought of bringing NFC to its mainstream models. Earlier this year, the company also partnered with Malaysian service provider Maxis and Visa and Maybank to trial NFC for consumer payment using mobile phones.
Gerhard Romen, head of Nokia's NFC market development, highlighted two examples of NFC working on Nokia devices, such as the Nokia 5140 and the Nokia 3220 hand phones.
The first is a security application where, for example, a patrol guard doing his rounds would simply touch the checkpoint tag with his Nokia device. "When the Nokia device vibrates, he's notified that the information has been sent to the office," Romen said, in an e-mail.
In the second example of a potential healthcare application, Romen explained that a nurse would be able to prescribe medication to a patient by placing the phone near his tag.
Romen admitted that while NFC has a high potential for both businesses and consumers, the rising number of NFC-enabled products means interoperability could become an issue.
"The current expectation by analysts is that we will see some deployments and more pilots in 2007; also, 450 million NFC-enabled devices will be in the market by 2010-2011," said Romen, quoting a study from ABI Research.
The Finnish company, along with Sony and Philips, is now part of an alliance of companies working together to standardize the NFC system, called the NFC Forum. The Forum's goal is to enable each NFC-enabled device to be interoperable with one another.


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The girls seek damages from Backpage.com -- believed to sell the most online prostitution ads involving children in the country -- for creating an illegal online marketplace and policing it in bad faith. After Backpage.com published their pictures and sales pitches about them, the girls, ages 13 and 15, were repeatedly raped by customers.
The bill, known as the Trafficking Victims Protection and Justice Act, declares that 16- and 17-year-olds who are arrested for prostitution are victims in need of services, not criminals. Right now only youth through age 15 get that protection. Hitting your Sweet 16 birthday shouldn't mean that you no longer need justice.


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This is the place to stay up to date with what's happening in food regulation, legislation and worker safety. Worker injury and safety cases, updates on all things Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) act related and ammonia, carbon monoxide or other potentially hazardous substances leaking or spilling can be read under this tab.
A new guide to microbiological food safety aims to help food processors eliminate the pathogens in fruit and vegetables that cause food-borne diseases such as E-coli, salmonella and cholera.
Samples from every Chinese food shipment to the US and other countries will be tested for safety under new requirements by Chinese officials from 1 September, according to senior Chinese...
A court in Argentina has dismissed allegations against Danone that it had engaged in unfair trade practices in the country against rival Coca-Cola.
EU member countries are concerned about the feasibility of companies paying fees to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) for vetting ingredients, packaging and food contact materials for use in...
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (Fsanz) is considering five new ingredients and additives for use by the food industry, the regulator announced today.
The European Commission has now banned all UK exports of live animals, as well as meat and dairy products, after Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) was found on a UK...
Certification and testing agency NSF will buy CMi, under an agreement that would create a global food safety assurance company.
Increased charges in the UK for inspecting meat slaugherhouses and processing plants are set to come into effect next year.
A new international standard has been set for traceability along the food chain, setting out a complete system under which processors can get certification.
Tougher legislation and more inspections are needed to prevent the up to 200 food safety incidents reported internationally, according to two UN bodies.
The UK will begin charging meat processors fees for inspections and assessing plants based on the potential risk manufactured products pose to public health.
Proposed changes to international food safety standards could affect the way cheese makers sell their products worldwide.
A UK court yesterday fined Cadbury-Schweppes £1m (€1.5m) for knowingly allowing salmonella-contaminated chocolates to be sold to the public last year.
The EU is moving closer to implementing measures to protect the food chain from a terrorist attack, by publishing a discussion paper on stepped up security measures that would affect...
PepsiCo and several other soft drink manufacturers have agreed to a settlement in a lawsuit brought against the companies alleging their products contained cancer-causing benzene.
The European Parliament this week voted through four regulations relating to food ingredients - on authorisation procedure, additives, enzymes and flavourings - with notable amendments aimed at providing a heightened...
The European Commission should not relax international food safety standards for small food businesses, food technologists said in a statement this week.
The Global Organisation for EPA and DHA Omega-3 (GOED) has added its voice to concerns that the new EU hygiene laws will spell a European wide shortage of omega-3.
The adoption of 44 new and amended food safety standards by the Codex Alimentarius Commission signals the coming changes that member countries will make to their legislation over the next year.
As China unveils a raft of changes to food safety standards, its inspectors are investigating the excess additives and preservatives found in children's snacks made in the country.
New UK legislation lays down transitional migration limits for plasticisers in lid gaskets.
International food safety requirements can help make processors more efficient, according to a report by the UK's Red Meat Industry Forum (RMIF).
New Zealand's fight against campylobacter is beginning to show signs of promise, after years of problems, the national regulator said last week.
In a ground-breaking move to improve food safety, the European Food Safety Authority and the US Food and Drug Administration will team up to share scientific information.
International food safety standards on fish, eggs and infant formulas are likely to be adopted next week at the annual meeting of the Codex Alimentarius Commission.


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Sky has today launched Version 2 of its iPhone app, which has been downloaded more than 3 million times.
Bespoke content for the app includes picture galleries, interactive images, graphs, timelines and live blogging including Twitter updates.
A new section for technology news is now available as well as the standard tabs for UK news, world news, politics, business, showbiz and strange news.
Sky said the app will be supported by the channel’s new in-house content management system that powers all its digital platforms.
Andrew Hawken, head of editorial for Sky News Digital gave a sneak preview of the new app at Press Gazette’s News on the Move conference last week.
This is a big step forward for our iPhone app. We are constantly striving to make the user experience the very best across all our platforms. I know our customers will enjoy the more intuitive approach we’ve created within the app as well as the richer and more in depth news experience it offers.
Telegraph Media Group, meanwhile, has announced it will be launching new mobile apps for the iPhone and Android in coming weeks.
Telegraph print and iPad subscribers will be able to access the apps free of charge. New customers will be offered a free one-month trial when they register with the Telegraph, with a monthly charge thereafter.
The app will also be available for purchase directly through iTunes, via their auto-renewable subscriptions service.
A deal with ESPN will see video footage of all Premier League goals streamed to the app. There will also be a live match centre with football scores, results, tables and fixtures.
Edward Roussel, executive editor (digital), said:
The launch of these two new apps is a significant step forward in our strategy of delivering our award-winning journalism on all the key digital devices.
The apps have been designed to also give readers attractive new features including Premier League video and stats, a customisable homepage and offline reading at the touch of a fingertip.
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Cloud users can now enjoy a more robust video experience on the Mac platform, with the first RealPlayer
Cloud native app built for Mac OS X.
These solutions include a server plug-in to the RealSystem Server, offline and real-time software MPEG-4 encoders, content creation tools, and the EnvivioTV plug-in to the RealOne Player and RealPlayer
Our strategy is to integrate RealPlayer
Cloud technology into more devices, like Amazon Fire TV, that are changing the way people experience entertainment," said Rob Glaser, interim CEO and founder of RealNetworks.
Cloud, consumers no longer need to worry about converting videos, or carrying HDMI and USB cables to connect devices to each other to watch videos.
See a video demo of the RealPlayer
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Cloud, users will be able to watch their local and cloud videos on TV through Chromecast.
264 video conversion, DVD playback, and DVD burning is still available to those customers who upgrade to RealPlayer
SP Plus at a one-time cost of US$39.
RealNetworks will be rolling out RealPlayer
Cloud on other devices and in other territories and languages in the months ahead.
For anyone that wants to enjoy their favourite videos while mobile - whether it's taking a library of user-generated content (UGC) video clips to a party or showing off recently captured family videos - RealPlayer
SP takes the guesswork out of the process.
The newest version of RealPlayer
, announced today by RealNetworks, Inc.
Since 1995, the RealPlayer
has been at the center of people's online audio and video experience.
The addition of the RealPlayer
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MIAMI — Qatar Airways has unveiled today its long-awaited new Business Class product at the travel trade fair ITB in Berlin.
Named the QSuite, the new seat design was first unveiled by Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker.
The new product features the industry’s first-ever double bed available in business class, with adjustable panels and movable TV screens on the center four seats, which allow passengers to transform their individual space into a private suite. According to the airline these new features “provide the ultimate customizable travel experience that enables passengers to create an environment that suits their own unique needs.”
“Today I am proud to unveil the future of Premium travel with our new QSuite Business Class. Our unique and patented design is a world first in many ways and challenges industry norms by offering passengers more privacy, more choice and more personalization,” Mr. Al Baker said in a statement.
Besides the customizable suite, the new seat includes bespoke pillows, quilted mattress and White Company pyjamas, which altogether complement the customizable on-board seating experience.
In addition to the existing ‘dine on demand’ service, the new Business Class menu will now offer a selection of snack ‘sharing dishes’ available throughout the flight, allowing travelers to turn dining at 35,000 feet into a social experience. A wake-up Express Breakfast will also be available.
“This is truly Business Class as never seen before and is entirely in keeping with our Premium product and service philosophy. On Qatar Airways, you choose when you dine, and the menu options are varied, with something for everyone. You choose when you rest, and when you want entertainment, we offer more choices than any other airline. It only makes sense to give you the choice to make your own cabin-within-a-cabin, creating double QSuites or quadrants,” Mr. Al Baker said.
The new QSuite concept will be retrofitted on to the existing Qatar Airways fleet starting from June 2017, at an estimated rate of one aircraft a month.
Ahead of the launch, Qatar Airways had vowed to unveil “a new level of luxury” for business class, and it surely has delivered on that promise.


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A few months back our CEO Chad Ingram joined starter story to share what Distro does and how it got started. Below are a few things they discussed.
Distro is a marketplace that connects tech startups with top software engineers from over 200 countries around the world.
Recently, Distro’s CEO Chad Ingram sat down with the podcast Starter Story to discuss how the company got started and how it’s helping tech startups achieve their goals. Here are some of the key takeaways from their conversation.
What is Distro?
At its core, Distro is a marketplace that allows tech startups to find, hire, and pay software engineers from around the world. Distro’s platform enables startups to access top talent in locations where they may not have a physical presence, helping them to scale their businesses quickly and efficiently.
Who are Distro’s customers?
Distro’s customers are typically tech startups who already have a tech infrastructure, leadership, funding, and are looking to scale their businesses. By partnering with Distro, these startups can access the talent they need to build and maintain their software products, without having to worry about the logistical challenges of hiring and managing a remote team. All hires in the platform are full-time roles.
How did Distro get started?
According to Ingram, Distro was born out of a need he saw in the market for a platform that would help tech startups access top software engineering talent from around the world without having to hire a software development services company. After working in the startup world himself, Ingram saw firsthand how difficult it could be to find the right talent for a growing company.
To solve this problem, Ingram founded Distro with the goal of making it easier for startups to find and hire the talent they need to succeed. Since its founding, Distro has grown to become a leading marketplace for software engineering talent, with customers around the world.
How is Distro helping startups scale?
By providing startups with access to top software engineering talent from around the world, Distro is helping these companies to scale their businesses quickly and efficiently. With Distro’s platform, startups can tap into a global talent pool of experienced engineers who can help them build and maintain the software products they need to succeed.
In addition, Distro’s platform takes care of the logistics of hiring and managing a remote team, so startups can focus on their core business goals. By providing a seamless hiring and payment process, Distro is making it easier than ever for startups to access the talent they need to succeed.
In conclusion, Distro is a powerful tool for tech startups looking to scale their businesses with global talent. By connecting startups with top software engineers from around the world, Distro is making it easier than ever for these companies to achieve their goals and grow their businesses. If you’re a tech startup looking to take your business to the next level, consider partnering with Distro today.
Read more about the article on Starter Story here.


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4 Implications of Microsoft’s Acquisition of LinkedIn
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Microsoft’s recent acquisition of LinkedIn has created ripples in the world of technology. I believe the deal between Microsoft and LinkedIn could have 4 major implications for the corporate world. LinkedIn could help shore Microsoft’s sagging mobile initiatives.


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The Ocean Shipping Reform Act, bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Sens. Amy Klobuchar (a Minnesota Democrat) and John Thune (a South Dakota Republican) designed to help fix supply chains and ease shipping backlogs, unanimously passed the U.S. Senate March 31.
March 29, the U.S. House of Representatives passed its version of the bill as part of a broader legislative package that authorizes Coast Guard programs, marking the third time the House has passed the legislation. The House initially passed the companion bill in December of last year as a stand-alone measure and as a part of its version of a China competitiveness bill in February, the America COMPETES Act of 2022.
While both bills grant the FMC the authority to regulate ocean carriers, the House and Senate bills have differences that will have to be reconciled.
“Congestion at ports and increased shipping costs pose unique challenges for U.S. exporters, who have seen the price of shipping containers increase four-fold in just two years, raising costs for consumers and hurting our businesses,” Klobuchar says in a news release announcing the bill’s passage in the Senate. “Meanwhile, ocean carriers that are mostly foreign-owned have reported record profits. This legislation will help American exporters get their goods to market in a timely manner for a fair price. By passing this bill, we are one step closer to leveling the playing field for American manufacturers and consumers.”
“South Dakota producers expect that ocean carriers operate under fair and transparent rules,” Thune ads. “I’m glad the Senate unanimously passed this important legislation that would level the playing field for American farmers, exporters and consumers by making it harder for ocean carriers to unreasonably refuse goods that are ready to export at U.S. ports. Especially with record inflation in prices of goods, this legislation would also benefit consumers by promoting the fluidity and efficiency of the supply chain.”
The senators say the Ocean Shipping Reform Act will level the playing field for American exporters by making it harder for ocean carriers to unreasonably refuse goods that are ready to export at ports.
Prior to the vote, Klobuchar called on her colleagues to pass the legislation, highlighting the significant supply chain disruptions and vulnerabilities U.S. exporters face as international ocean carriers unreasonably decline shipping opportunities while reaping record profits. Thune also spoke on the Senate floor prior to the vote, calling for the bill’s swift passage and noting the long-term positive changes that would benefit exporters, importer, and consumers.
The legislation has been endorsed by the American Association of Port Authorities, Washington, which represents more than 130 port authorities across North and South America, as well as by the Agriculture Transportation Coalition (AgTC), the National Retail Federation, the American Trucking Association, the California Association of Port Authorities, the Minnesota Soybean Growers Association and the Minnesota Corn Growers Association.
The bill’s sponsors in the Senate say the Ocean Shipping Reform Act will:
- require ocean carriers to certify that late fees—known in maritime parlance as “detention and demurrage” charges—comply with federal regulations or face penalties;
- shift burden of proof regarding the reasonableness of “detention or demurrage” charges from the invoiced party to the ocean carrier;
- prohibit ocean carriers from unreasonably declining shipping opportunities for U.S. exports, as determined by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) in new required rulemaking;
- require ocean common carriers to report to the FMC each calendar quarter on total import/export tonnage and 20-foot equivalent units (loaded/empty) per vessel that makes port in the United States;
- authorize the FMC to self-initiate investigations of ocean common carrier’s business practices and apply enforcement measures, as appropriate; and
- establish new authority for the FMC to register shipping exchanges.


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Walmart is expanding its employee-only voice assistant technology to associates at more than 5,000 big-box stores nationwide, TechCrunch reported. App "Ask Sam," originally developed for subsidiary Sam's Club, now offers digital guidance to Walmart workers looking for store maps, price checks, product locations, sales information, and more.
Introduced last year, the app was designed "as an additional way to help associates find the answers they need to do their jobs more effectively and better serve customers," Walmart's Chief Product Officer Meng Chee wrote in a blog announcement. "Our goal as a product organization is to create products, services, and platform capabilities that make our associates' and customers' lives easier."
Ask Sam has proven helpful during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the latest guidelines and dropping knowledge directly to users' fingertips—no typing required. And it will only become more sophisticated over time, leaning on its machine learning tech and a team of human engineers to improve accuracy.
For an added layer of security, Ask Sam features an Emergency Alert Button—"empowering managers to make quick decisions during high-stress situations," Chee said. "With the push of a button, clear and instructive emergency notifications are sent to all associates on and off the clock." That could mean the start of local lockdown procedures, moving employees and customers to a secure area inside the store; instructions to evacuate the facility; or a simple "all clear" to resume activities and report to shifts as normal.
"The safety and well-being of our associates and customers is our No. 1 priority," according to Chee, who touted the Emergency Alert Button as "one of the many steps we've taken to enhance our safety measures." "Maintaining a customer-centric mindset and willingness to experiment will allow us to continuously improve and innovate," he added.
It's unclear whether a version of Ask Sam will ever roll out to customers. Walmart last year partnered with Google to launch Voice Order—its answer to Amazon's Alexa grocery shopping. Using any Assistant-powered device, simply say, "OK Google, talk to Walmart" to start adding products to your digital cart.
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It was another powerful day of conversations about book publishing in the province on Alberta Book Day in the concourse of the Federal Building. Honourable Leela Aheer, Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women joined the celebration. In her speech she underscored how the book publishing industry has a significant economic impact, creating jobs and supporting local business.
18 publishers came from across the province to showcase their books to the hundreds of people who came through to see the books and talk about our work. Those fortunate enough to attend were given two tickets and were able to exchange them for any two books of their choice. UAlberta Press gave away almost 100 books, showing the range of our publishing program.
During the course of the day, we did a number of tweets about our recent publications that started with the phrase, “Alberta is…”. Check out #ABBookDay to see how books reflect our province and our communities.
We want to thank Minister Aheer, both for her support of Alberta Book Day and for her electrifying speech about the place of books in the cultural landscape of our province. The day closed with publishers being acknowledged by members of the legislative assembly—being in the Visitor’s Gallery is always a remarkable experience!
Thanks also to our colleagues who staffed the display: Douglas Hildebrand, Alan Brownoff, Cathie Crooks, and Tanvi Mohile.


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US: GM reportedly talking partial Saab sale to BAIC
- GM reportedly discussing partial Saab sale with BAIC
- Other Saab bidders will have to show financing
- BAIC could use older Saab tooling for China production
General Motors is talking to China's fifth largest car maker, BAIC, about a partial sale of assets associated with its Saab brand, including tooling and technology, sources "with direct knowledge of the discussions" have told a news agency.
Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Group made clear it has no interest in acquiring Saab's production hub in Trollhattan, Sweden, according to the anonymous Reuters sources.
Under the proposed deal, BAIC, which lacks its own car brand, would set up production in China based on an older generation of Saab vehicles, including the 9-5 and 9-3 models, the sources said.
Swedish media reports last Friday said Saab had already sold the production equipment for the outgoing 9-5 models to BAIC.
Sweden's Ny Teknik newspaper, quoting unnamed sources, reported a deal had already been struck between Saab and the Chinese automaker for the production tools for the old 9-5 sedans, Reuters said on 4 December.
The reports said Saab had begun dismantling the production line for the old sedans in October as part of a plan to send the equipment to China and make way for its new 9-5 line due to go into production early next year. Saab itself had declined to comment.
Todays Reuters report said the partial sale of Saab technology to BAIC would likely clear the way for a liquidation of other assets held by the brand, including its headquarters, and could threaten more than 3,000 jobs in Sweden.
At the same time that GM is talking with BAIC, it is also vetting several other bidders that have expressed an interest in buying all of Saab, the sources told the news agency.
BAIC and GM both declined to comment.
Reuters noted that BAIC had said it remained interested in Saab as part of an industry-wide push by Chinese carmakers to upgrade their technology and expand production.
GM has said it will not discuss any Saab negotiations because of confidentiality agreements with potential bidders.
Reuters sources added that GM's board wants to see that any potential bidder has financing lined up by the end of December and will set a strict time limit for any deal.
Although the Swedish government could still intervene to tip the balance, those tough conditions and the fast timetable make it more likely that a partial sale of Saab to BAIC will be the only viable option for GM, one of the sources said.
It was not immediately clear if any Saab-derived models built by BAIC would be sold in a way that showed their association with the historic brand, one source said.
The valuation of the intellectual property BAIC would be buying also was not immediately known.
GM's board has said it will take until the end of December to consider whether it can conclude a deal to sell Saab.
Last week, BAIC obtained a US$2.93bn line of credit from the Bank of China, the report added.
Beijing-based BAIC has Chinese joint ventures with Daimler and Hyundai Motor.
Dutch specialty car maker Spyker Cars and privately owned Renco Group, backed by US financier Ira Rennert, have both also expressed interest in Saab.
Reuters noted that US automakers have offered tooling for outdated models to car companies in emerging markets before.
Earlier this year, when it was still owned by private equity firm Cerberus Capital Management, Chrysler tried unsuccessfully to sell the tooling for its once-popular PT Cruiser to a range of Chinese automakers, executives said.
GAZ builds an updated previous-generation US Chrysler sedan line in Russia, selling it as the Volga Siber.


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Co-founder, managing partner, Jump Capital
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Adding a variety of foods to diet is neither good for health nor for weight reduction and a diverse diet may not be the healthiest one finds a new study.
Diet has been an important aspect for primary prevention of diseases as well as managing lifestyle non-communicable diseases. The goals of dietary guidelines have shifted dramatically from prevention of clinical nutrient deficiencies towards recommendations to limit intake of specific nutrients (e.g. saturated fats, sodium) in the context of the growing obesity epidemic and awareness of dietary contributions to increasing burden of obesity, diabetes, and CVD.
From time to time dietary recommendations have been released not only for upgrading general health but taking care of specific diseases. It is generally perceived that encouraging people to eat a wide variety of foods to ensure they meet all their dietary needs is healthy. But the Scientific evidence does not support this notion and in fact, some studies suggest that a diverse diet may increase food consumption and the prevalence of obesity.
Marcia C. de Oliveira Otto and colleagues have conducted a study to find out utility and benefits of a diverse diet which has been published in the American Heart Association journal Circulation. The conclusions of the study are –
- There is no evidence that greater overall dietary diversity promotes healthy weight or optimal eating.
- There is some evidence that a wider variety of food options in a meal may delay people’s feeling of satiation (fullness), increasing the amount of food they eat.
- Limited evidence suggests that greater dietary diversity is associated with eating more calories, poor eating patterns and weight gain in adults.
“Eating a more diverse diet might be associated with eating a greater variety of both healthy and unhealthy foods,” said Marcia C. de Oliveira Otto, Ph.D., lead author in his statement. “Combined, such an eating pattern may lead to increased food consumption and obesity.
“Selecting a range of healthy foods, which fits one’s budget or taste, and sticking with them, is potentially better at helping people maintain a healthy weight than choosing a greater range of foods that may include less healthy items such as donuts, chips, fries and cheeseburgers, even in moderation,” said Otto, who is also assistant professor in the Department of Epidemiology, Human Genetics and Environmental Sciences at UTHealth School of Public Health in Houston.
The dietary recommendations should emphasize adequate consumption of plant foods, such as fruit, vegetables, beans and whole grains, low-fat dairy products, non-tropical vegetable oils, nuts, poultry and fish, and limit consumption of red meat, sweets and sugary drinks. The best way is to follow The American Heart Association Dietary Recommendations and the DASH Diet which are both examples of healthy eating patterns.
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With hundreds of members of Toronto’s tech community consistently meeting up at TechToronto every month, it’s safe to say that there’s no shortage of interest in an event that gathers lessons learned from fellow entrepreneurs.
TechToronto‘s organizers are taking that similar energy and format to launch SalesTO, a meetup targeting sales professionals to help them gain insight into improving sales practices. The first SalesTO meetup includes talks from Nasseem Saloojee of Top Hat, Katie George of Vidyard and Kyle Norton of Vision Critical. Kenny Goldman from HIRED will be hosting and moderating the panel discussion.
“Over the last six months we have constantly been asked by local founders where can they find great salespeople and/or how can they improve their current sales capabilities,” said Alex Norman, TechToronto’s co-founder. “Based on the overwhelming demand we decided to create SalesTO so our community can help itself by having world class sales people share best practices, tips, and lessons with each other via panels, key note presentations and of course, networking.”
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has warned his country would boycott electronic goods from the United States in retaliation for recent sanctions imposed by Washington over the detention of an American pastor.The Turkish president has repeatedly been photographed while using Apple products such as iPhones and iPads. And he made his now famous speech on the night of the July 2016 failed coup calling citizens out into the streets through Facetime, an iPhone app.
But in a televised speech on Tuesday, Recep Tayyip Erdogan didn’t want to be reminded of that while announcing a move to shun US electronic goods in the future.
“We will boycott electronic goods from the United States,” the president said, raising the stakes in a spat with Washington following the detention of US pastor Andrew Brunson on terror-related charges.
“If the US has the iPhone, there’s Samsung on the other side,” Erdogan said, referring to the top South Korean smartphone maker.
“And we also have our Venus and Vestel,” he said, with regards to Turkey’s own domestic brands.
Heading off an attack
His remarks came after the lira’s plunge had turned into a rout toward the end of last week after US President Donald Trump announced the doubling of tariffs on Turkish steel and aluminum imports.
Erdogan said Turkey was facing an economic attack and a “bigger, deeper operation” to hurt the domestic economy as he showed no sign of making concessions to the United States.
“They don’t hesitate to use the economy as a weapon,” the president commented, referring to the US.
Erdogan admitted that his country had problems such as a widening current account deficit and inflation of almost 16 percent. But “thanks to God, our economy is functioning like clockwork,” he maintained.
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Could the Federal Reserve cut interest rates as early as next week? A legion of lawyers counting on all those TV ads to get in on huge class-action lawsuits. Plus, pet supply company Chewy readies its IPO in a $50-billion industry.