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Australia’s Freedom Foods Group, which is in the midst of a review of its accounts, has announced the departure of a third senior executive in as many weeks with the resignation of company secretary Trevor Allen.
Freedom Foods, which produces free-from cereals and snacks, and also fresh milk, milk drinks and plant-based beverages, told the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), on which it is listed, that Allen will be replaced on an interim basis by Scott Standen.
The new man is a director of GRT Lawyers and has been seconded to the company until 30 October.
Allen will continue as a non-executive director.
Freedom Foods did not say in its announcement today (14 July) whether Standen’s temporary appointment is linked to its ongoing investigation in relation to its financial position.
At the end of last month, Freedom Foods said it had engaged professional firms Ashurst and PwC to assist with that investigation.
In a call with analysts on 25 June, the company said it was probing the possibility of fraudulent activity after booking fresh write-downs, which followed the departure of its CFO Campbell Nicholas and a leave of absence for CEO Rory Macleod, who has since resigned.
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Pfizer plans to kick off an auction process for its consumer healthcare business in November, paving the way for a potential $15 billion-plus sale of the headache pill to lip balm business, sources close to the matter told Reuters. Several global companies, including GlaxoSmithKline and Reckitt Benckiser, have expressed interest in bidding for the unit, which had sales of about $3.4 billion in 2016. The prospective sale, which is being led by Centerview Partners, Guggenheim Securities and Morgan Stanley, was first mooted on Oct 10, when Pfizer said it was considering strategic ...
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The production of one of the most popular GPUs on steam is reportedly ending. Nvidia is said to have stopped manufacturing the GeForce RTX 2060 and RTX 2060 Super graphics cards.
The GeForce RTX 2060 was launched back in 2019. After its launch, the GeForce RTX 2060 was rebranded two times, once in the year 2020 as the GeForce RTX 2060 Super and later in the year 2021 as GeForce RTX 2060 12 GB.
Aside from the GeForce RTX 2060 Super, which launched to replace the RTX 2070. The RTX 2060 12 GB instead was launched to tackle the GPU shortage issue during the crypto mining boom and helped Nvidia clear out the remaining Turning stock.
The launch of RTX 2060 was quite successful back in 2019 and has taken the spot of the second-best GPU on Steam hardware survey after GTX 1060. On the other hand, the GeForce RTX 2060 Super was not as successful but still made its way on the steam list, coming below the RTX 2070 that it replaced.
According to sources in the Asia Pacific (ChannelGate), Nvidia has stopped supplying GeForce RTX 2060 and 2060 Super chips and has asked its vendors to limit the supply of these cards. The RTX 2060 used to be the cheapest RTX card on the block, which is now being replaced by the RTX 3050 instead. Furthermore, the budget option from the RTX 4000 series will soon make its way to the market.
The GeForce RTX 2060 and 2060 Super will remain on shelves and in the used market until stocks last. Though after the crash of the mining boom, GPU demand has dropped, and so has the pricing. So it’s easy to get your hands on a brand new GPU or snag a good one on the used market.
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This has been quite the week for PC hardware leaks. We’ve been hearing a lot about Threadripper, Intel 10th Gen, Cascade Lake-X and various motherboards but now, we are also getting early news of upcoming graphics cards. Specifically, new GPUs based on AMD’s Navi architecture.
Over the weekend, we began seeing evidence for new Navi based graphics cards thanks to datamining driver updates. Notably, references to Navi 12 and Navi 14 were found, which are new GPUs as the RX 5700 series is based on Navi 10. Speculation pins these as the ‘high-end’ versions of Navi that Lisa Su previously confirmed to be in development. However, we now have some evidence of a lower-end Navi graphics card coming to market instead.
As spotted by German site, ComputerBase, HP’s website and a few retailers were updated with listings for new tower desktops featuring the RX 5300 XT, which has not been announced at this point in time. According to HP’s available documentation, this sport 4GB of GDDR5 memory too, making it one of the entry-level graphics cards.
Occasionally, hardware makers will make OEM-only products that are supposed to be sold in pre-built systems and not individually. With that in mind, we don’t know if the RX 5300 XT will be more widely available on the market for DIY PC builders. However, it is also worth noting that HP’s desktops were listed as being available in October and there is some evidence to indicate that AMD will have a new GPU around then.
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text: Forbes found itself at the centre of a social media storm this week over the publication of its list of America’s most innovative leaders. The issue? Its list of 100 people featured just one woman. After coming under fire on Twitter, the editors acknowledged that the methodology they used to compile the list was flawed. “Women, as we all know, are poorly represented at the top of the largest corporations (just 5% of the S&P 500) and fare even worse among growing public tech companies,” said Forbes chief content officer Randall Lane. “In other words, for all our carefully calibrated methodology, women never had much of a chance here.” Later, Lane announced a task force (to be led by Forbes’ Caroline Howard) to investigate and recommend how to ensure future lists and projects are designed fairly. With this issue striking a chord around the world right now, we thought it was time to highlight some of the women leading innovation in Asia – women who may not always make it on to lists, but who do deserve to be celebrated. 1. Jenny Lee, managing partner at global venture capital firm GGV Capital Singapore-born Jenny Lee established GGV’s first office in China. She has been instrumental in investing and helping eight early-stage start-ups go public on the New York and Hong Kong stock exchanges as well as on the Nasdaq-style ChiNext board of the Shenzhen Stock Exchange. In China, Lee’s investment portfolio ranges from drone maker Ehang, developer of China’s first autonomous flying taxi, to Liulishuo, operator of an artificial intelligence-powered English-language learning app. 2. Shi Jianping, Research Director at SenseTime China’s AI unicorn Sensetime has a female director. Shi Jianping, who says in her website bio that her goal is to find solutions to real world problems using computer vision techniques, leads the autonomous driving Research & Development team in SenseTime. She has published 12 papers in high-impact journals, including CVPR and ICCV, and has a doctorate from the Computer Science and Engineering Department at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. 3. Shi Yan, a farmer and founder of China’s first community-supported agriculture (CSA) farm Shi Yan is a farmer in China, and the founder of China’s first community-supported agriculture (CSA) farm. Shi, who has a doctorate from the Renmin University School of Agricultural Economics and Rural Development, chose to go back to the farm, growing organic food without pesticides and distributing them to city consumers. The community is an environmental-friendly system that connects farmers and city consumers together by allowing consumers to subscribe to a harvest that delivers food to them. 4. Fu Qiaomei, a professor at the Chinese Academy of Sciences Chinese geneticist Qiaomei Fu gained an interest in biology as a teenager. She was later the first to sequence nuclear DNA from an early modern human. Being a professor at the Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, she is a leading scientist in exploring the genetic roots of humankind. Her findings have helped human beings better understand the ancient population structure and our connection with distant ancestors. 5. Qu Fang, Co-founder of Social Commerce Xiaohongshu Qu Fang, a native of Wuhan, quit a well-paid job as a supply chain executive and founded China’s social commerce site Xiaohongshu with Stanford business school graduate Charlwin Mao in 2013. Xiaohongshu began as an app to help travellers plan their overseas shopping lists. It is now one of the most popular shopping review communities in China, valued at US$3 billion in its latest fundraising and has investors including Alibaba Group Holding and Tencent Holdings. 6. Gong Rujing, the founder and chairwoman of AI medical company Happy Life Tech and its affiliate Yidu Cloud Gong Rujing is deeply engaged in NGO projects such as voluntary teaching and environmental protection when she was studying at the London School of Economists. She then founded big data unicorn Happy Life Tech (HLT) in 2013 in China. The company is working on an artificial intelligence medical network that aims to transform the relationship between humans and disease. Its affiliate Yidu Cloud has collaborated with over 700 hospitals in China and has a valuation of around 12 billion yuan (US$1.7 billion). 7. Michelle Sun, CEO of First Code Academy Michelle Sun wants to empower the next generation to become creators with technology. Sun, who first learned coding at a women’s only camp, founded First Code Academy, the coding school for young people in Hong Kong in 2013 and which now spans Macau, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Singapore, and Taiwan. The school teaches kids as young as four years’ old how to code and create mobile applications. Coding is the computer language employed to build the software, websites, and apps that people use on their smart devices every day. For more insights into China tech, sign up for our tech newsletters , subscribe to our Inside China Tech podcast , and download the comprehensive 2019 China Internet Report . Also roam China Tech City , an award-winning interactive digital map at our sister site Abacus .


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Most advisers expect tele-interviewing to form a part of all protection sales in the future, an IFAonline poll suggests.
Of the 300 respondents, 53% said they believed tele-interviewing will be the undisputed king of the protection underwriting process, despite concerns surrounding non-disclosure and wet signatures.
A total of 25% said they were unsure if tele-interviewing would be a part of all protection sales in the future, while 22% said they thought other methods would supersede it.
The poll was sparked by an AXA report last year which suggested consumers are five times more likely not to disclose important medical and lifestyle information on paper applications than tele-underwritten forms.
The provider analysed data from more than 9,500 applications for protection products throughout 2007 and found non-disclosure that could potentially lead to a claim being declined with 5.78% of paper applications.
This compared to 3.48% for electronic applications and 1.23% for tele-underwriting applications.
Mike Taylor, chief underwriter for AXA, said: “Non-disclosure is a huge issue for the protection industry and anything we can do to reduce it can only be a benefit to both consumers and advisers, who can then have faith that protection products will pay out.
“We believe that tele-underwriting can increase confidence within the industry, and this is reinforced by our own claims record, with no major benefits declined on tele-underwritten cover.”
However, the issue of tele-underwriting is not without its critics, particularly surrounding the issue of wet signatures.
Some firms argue it is vital the customer personally signs off the application to prevent further dispute over a claim, but others say there is no need for a wet signature if firms have efficient audit trails.
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KoronaPay partners with Clear Junction to boost its presence in the UK remittance market
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KoronaPay, the EU-based online money transfer service with over 13 million users worldwide, has partnered with Clear Junction, the global payments solutions provider, to offer its users a wider choice of international remittance options.
KoronaPay is one of the most extensive international transfers services with $1 billion in monthly remittances. The company has 13 million users and is acquiring over 10,000 new users weekly, offering payments across 79 countries in Europe, the CIS, the Middle East, and Asia. By partnering with Clear Junction, it can take advantage of the UK’s Faster Payments infrastructure, enabling KoronaPay to receive funds from individuals paying in pound sterling and immediately release the funds for collection in the destination country. Unlike traditional wire transfers that take several days to process and bear substantial charges, this solution is a fast, reliable and affordable way to send money outside the UK.
In the World Bank Bilateral Remittances Matrix, the UK is the fourth largest donor country globally. Furthermore, despite the challenges of Brexit and COVID-19, in 2021, the country managed to issue more work visas than in 2020 (+55%) and pre-pandemic 2019 (+9%). These numbers clearly show the continued popularity of the UK among labour migrants and indicate solid prospects for the UK remittance market.
Gleb Kozlov, CEO at KoronaPay, said: “The UK is one of the priority markets for KoronaPay as we expand our offering in Europe. Being able to process transfers in GBP using the infrastructure and expertise provided by Clear Junction is a major competitive advantage for us and a more convenient and efficient remittance experience for our users. The UK has enormous growth potential for us, and we will do our best to ensure the highest level of service there.”
Dima Kats, Chief Executive of Clear Junction, said: “Clear Junction is delighted to partner with global payment service providers to help them expand their remittance and money transfer services to individuals across the UK. We are selective about the types of financial institutions we work with, but KoronaPay is clearly a highly respected business that provides much-needed services to people around the world. We look forward to assisting the team in expanding their coverage across the EU and enjoying a long and fruitful partnership.”
After the initial launch, KoronaPay and Clear Junction will be exploring additional opportunities to expand their collaboration, including support for Euro payments across the EU. KoronaPay now expects the total volume of remittances from Europe in 2022 to exceed 2019 levels by 10-12%. At the same time, the share of online remittances continues to grow due to the convenience and attractive pricing of digital remittances.
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Author Lisa Lillien, aka Hungry Girl, reveals how you can satisfy your dessert craving with gooey apple pie cones and salted caramel whoopie pies that are under 200 calories each.
Sherri Shepherd joins Rev. Sharpton to discuss what inspired her to write her new book about how to live healthy and save yourself from diabetes.
The “Top Chef Masters” judge shows the anchors how to whip up delicious and creative ice cream sundaes like the Southern peach, which features pound cake and a bourbon-brown sugar sauce.
New York Times Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Michael Moss, author of "Salt Sugar Fat" discusses how the food giants search for the perfect amount of salt, fat and sugar to keep consumers coming back for more.
We’re all guilty of it – those bad health habits and mistakes that become part of our daily routine. Dr. Roshini Raj of Women’s Health magazine reviews just how bad some common health mistakes are, including popping pain relievers and loading coffee with sugar.
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L&T to sell stake in plastic machinery biz to Japanese co
Mumbai: Continuing with the strategy of rationalising its portfolio by exiting non-core businesses, engineering major Larsen & Toubro (L&T) today said it has sold its entire stake in L&T Plastics Machinery (LTPML) to a Japanese company Toshiba Machine Company Ltd.
"L&T today signed a share sale and purchase agreement, pending final closing conditions, with Toshiba Machine (TMC), Japan, to sell its entire stake in L&T Plastics Machinery Ltd. The move is in line with the L&T's strategic road-map to exit non-core businesses and rationalise its portfolio," a company statement said.
The company has, however, not divulged details of the valuation of the deal with Toshiba.
Earlier, L&T had divested stake in its ready-mix concrete, cement and other non-core businesses.
LTPML, a wholly owned subsidiary of L&T, manufactures and markets injection moulding machines.
"With a significant installed base of injection moulding machines across various sectors such as automotive, packaging, stationery among others, the company enjoys strong brand recognition and has valuable on-going customer relationships," it said.
TMC is involved in the manufacture of injection moulding machines and other machinery and has manufacturing units in Japan and China, and primarily caters to the Asian and North American markets.
"As a part of its strategy to expand globally with a focus on developing countries, TMC has decided to acquire L&T's stake in LTPML," the company added.


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Elements Eight have launched Republica, a brand-new addition to their range which sees them move beyond St Lucia for the first time.
In March 2016, Groupe Bernard Hayot announced their acquisition of St Lucia Distillers, and now with the news of this packaging update we are starting to see the signs of the new owner’s influence coming though
When Tiki Bars and Rums Brands Collide… Mahiki Coconut Rum Liqueur has been around for a long time and has been previously presented in several different ways.
The second instalment of the Tributo Collection, a series of the finest rums from Havana Club’s aged reserves, was recently unveiled at the Cuban Habanos Festival and will have a limited release of 2,500 bottles globally.
Gruppo Campari have released the Appleton Estate Joy Anniversary Blend, a 25-year-old limited edition rum, which celebrates Joy Spence’s 20th anniversary as Master Blender.
October 2016… A unique rum was revealed to the world at the Boutique RumFest in London. An expression of rum that has a rather amazing providence, but is both extremely small batch and not released by a multinational drinks corporation.
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2021 started with large volumes of avocados from Mexico and relatively low prices slightly above $20 for 48 size two-layer packs.
2021 is currently seeing the most avocado volumes in the last seven years, driven by increases in Mexico.
Mexico is reporting over 1.6B pounds growth this year, up 160M more pounds than 2020. Mexico grows more than six times the next largest grower, California.
Production in California is down 27% this year. As Mexican volumes imported into the U.S. decreased over the year, prices started to rise in July.
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Digital payments provider Sightline has confirmed that IGT will deploy its proprietary mobile loyalty platform, JOINGO, as the preferred mobile app solution for casino operators leveraging IGT casino management technology.
The agreement builds on the existing delivery of cashless gaming solutions using Sightline’s digital commerce platform Play+ and IGT’s suite of products including the IGT ADVANTAGE casino management system, the Resort Wallet and IGTPay cashless solutions and the PlaySports platform.
IGT’s SVP Global PM VLT, Systems, Payments & Poker, Ryan Reddy, stated: “As the adoption of cashless solutions continues to grow in our space, questions around mobile app strategy come up more and more.
“Working with Sightline to offer their industry-leading mobile loyalty platform allows us to answer those questions while giving us the chance to focus on what we do best, providing our partners the best products to deliver the best experience for their customers.”
Sightline’s SVP Mobile, Kirk Olson, added: “Sightline is constantly looking at ways to innovate to improve the customer experience. Expanding our relationship with IGT enhances our ability to transform the casino gaming industry.
“Leveraging IGT’s leadership across the gaming industry with Sightline’s best-in-class technology will provide casinos nationally with an innovative, guest-friendly experience that will accelerate the adoption of cashless gaming.”
Sightline’s mobile loyalty platform JOINGO enables casino brands to create their own unique mobile apps which nearly 100 casinos have utilized nationwide. JOINGO’s cloud-based system allows operators to send targeted messages, create geofences, and view advanced analytics through personalized and interactive mobile campaigns.
In October, IGT and Sightline announced Play+ as a funding method for IGT’s land based cashless wagering solutions, Resort Wallet and IGTPay. By adding Play+ into IGTPay, players can fund their Resort Wallet accounts via Play+ and then use those funds for gaming and entertainment at casino properties.


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Players in Russia are reporting limited availability for LDPE in the first week of April, similar to the case across other PE markets in Europe. Supply constraints are seen lending support to firmer PE prices in the domestic market, as per ChemOrbis.
A Russian producer issued hikes of RUB4000/ton (US$65/ton) on their LDPE 158 and 108 prices for early April. However, players said that the producer’s early April offers are not valid anymore and new price announcements are expected in a week. Towards the end of last week, Russian traders reported that LDPE 158 was offered at levels as high as RUB90000/ton (US$1342/ton without VAT) cash ex-works Ufa inc VAT . Two other Russian producers reportedly concluded some deals for LDPE 158 and 108 at levels almost reaching up to this threshold on local terms last week, according to players. Talk of prices above the RUB90000/ton threshold started to be voiced this week as per ChemOrbis.
Planned maintenance shutdowns in the country are expected to tighten supply levels further in the April-May period. Belarus’ Polymir is not producing LDPE 108 and 102 at the present after shutting a 150,000 tpa LDPE line for a planned turnaround on March 28. The shutdown was scheduled to last for three weeks. According to preliminary reports, Kazanorgsintez plans to shut its LDPE 158 line from April 15, 2015 and LDPE 108 line in May. More precise information regarding this shutdown will be available later. Ufaorgsintez plans to shut a 100,000 tpa LDPE plant as well as their PP plant in May for 10 days due to a planned maintenance at their pyrolysis unit.


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Motorola’s newest smartphone, the Moto E40, is about to be released in India. The smartphone manufacturer has teased the debut of the Moto E40 in the nation with a teaser on social media. The teaser is titled “The Perfect Entertainer” and was put on the company’s website. However, Motorola has not announced the E40 smartphone’s precise launch date or crucial specs. However, a Romanian listing has revealed the Moto E40’s price and certain features.
Motorola announced the introduction of the Moto India on Twitter. However, the firm did not provide any specific launch dates.
- A 4,000mAh battery is believed to be included in the Moto E40.
- The Moto available in two colour schemes: grey and pink.
- The moto is said to have an 8-megapixel front-facing camera
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Separately, a Romanian e-commerce website has advertised the Moto E40, according to tipster Roland Quandt (@rquandt). The phone costs RON 779 and is available on eMag (roughly Rs. 13,600). According to the listing, the Moto smartphone is available in two colour options: Grey and Pink.
The dual-sim Moto E40 has a 6.5-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with 1,600×720 pixels resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate, according to the listing. The selfie camera is housed in a hole-punch design on the display. The device is said to be powered by a Unisoc T700 SoC with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. Android 11 will be installed on the E40 (Go edition)
The device will include a triple back camera arrangement, according to the eMag listing, with a 48-megapixel main sensor, a 2-megapixel macro sensor, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The Moto is equipped with an 8-megapixel camera for selfies.
An accelerometer, fingerprint proximity sensor, and light sensor are among the sensors onboard. The Moto E40 also includes a 3.5mm USB Type-C connector, according to the description. Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and GPS are all available connectivity choices. The phone is described as being 75.64×168.08×9.14mm and weighing 198 grammes, with a 4,000mAh battery.
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Bed Bath & Beyond, Walgreens and PetSmart are among the retailers selling through Google’s voice-activated devices.
Catering to “instant gratification for the time-starved,” New York City-based Kozmo.com is revolutionizing how consumers shop for and receive their goods. In 11 cities, including Boston, Chicago, New York and Los Angeles, Kozmo’s free delivery for such items as candy, drinks, CDs and more in less than one hour is a retail coup the U.S. has not seen since the debut of the pizza delivery man.
The business plan was born out of 28-year-old chairman Joseph Park’s frustration with expensive quick-delivery options for online shopping. Today, the 3-year-old company has deals with major video distribution companies-Columbia TriStar, Universal Studios, Warner Bros., Dreamworks and Twentieth Century Fox, all of whom are investors-as well as Amazon.com, which had a deal with Kozmo to deliver the first copies of the latest Harry Potter adventure story the minute they went on sale. It plans to replicate its Harry Potter coup with “The Beatles Anthology.”
Geri Spieler, analyst with the Gartner Group, says such deals are helping Kozmo redefine online retailing and delivery. “I was impressed with their business plan. They have deals with suppliers that allow them to compete on cost. Over time this will be sustainable,” she says, noting that the quick-delivery model still is a challenging business model.
While battling competition in this quick delivery space, Kozmo is in a good position. With a bank full of financing, A-list investors and Kozmo’s fresh plan to conquer delivery delays with instant service via bike messengers and vans that dole out goods from Kozmo’s own warehouses, the company is at the forefront of a new wave of e-retailing. Spieler says the jury is still out but “if they stay with the model and continue to go after the retailer as well, they could be the 800-pound gorilla in the market place.”
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A well-known investor finally understood the creation of Satoshi Nakamoto, and this is what it led to.
73-year-old securities market analyst and investor Mark Faber bought bitcoins for the first time in his life at the end of February. He said that for years he had been trying to figure out what cryptocurrency meant, and only recently he finally understood what was happening.
In addition, he is very happy that he did not acquire bitcoins at a price of 20 thousand dollars, but only slightly more than 3 thousand dollars. Having bought Bitcoins , the most famous Swiss analyst does not intend to stop in the process of studying cryptocurrencies – and this after many years, when he not only “tried” to understand, but also was known as a crypto skeptic. He also admitted that recently the head of Xapo, Venzes Caesar, convinced him to “plunge” into the world of cryptocurrency.
Faber believes that in the future there is a chance that Bitcoin (BTC) may "become the standard for financial transactions in the world." The analyst's opinion is very valuable: he predicted the stock exchange crisis in 1987, the so-called “Black Monday”, for a very long time and correctly.
However, Faber admitted that he now “bites his elbows”, that he did not buy Bitcoin when he was worth $ 200:
"Then I began to be interested in this phenomenon, but I did not understand anything at that time."
How many now bought Bitcoin Faber – on this topic, the investor refused to speak, but said that:
"You can invest as much money in cryptocurrency as you are not afraid to lose."
After a conversation with @wences (CEO of @xapo , who is a supporter of @ 21Lectures ), Marc Faber has invested in #Bitcoin .
Faber predicted the Stock Market crash in 1987 (Black Monday). Take note @Nouriel . https://t.co/EyfbK5S3yn
– Lucas Betschart (@lucas_lclc) March 8, 2019
The President of the Blockchain Association of Switzerland, Lucas Betshart, reacted to the news: he offered criticism of the cryptocurrency to Nuriel Roubini to follow the example of Faber and, after many years, finally buy Bitcoins and understand how they work.
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Swiss Dr BoomGloom Faber bought a bitcoin while considering a smartphone.
– CedRacine in BTC I trust (@cedracine) March 12, 2019
It is worth noting that Faber is a conservative, and according to some information, he does not even use a smartphone.
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Japanese exchange Coincheck halts trading of all coins except Bitcoin
Despite that, Bitcoin is also taking it on the chin as well. Prices are down almost 6% on the day near session lows. Ripple is down by more than 12% on the day now.
Coincheck is one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in Japan and had earlier halted withdrawals in all currencies. Then, they halted trading in NEM coins – which is the 10th largest cryptocurrency by market value based on CoinMarketCap.
Now, they’re saying that they’re halting trade of all cryptocurrencies except for Bitcoin. Something is amiss here. The exchange is not available for comments at this time, according to Bloomberg.


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Beauty business is booming in Northampton
The beauty business is booming in Northampton.
Since 2010 the number of hairdressers, barbers and nail bars has risen from 100 to 150.
Retail specialists say the trend is likely to continue as consumers seek to treat themselves to an experience rather than buy an item on the high street.
Many familiar high street names have disappeared. Toys “R” Us, Maplins and Poundworld have shut, while big brands such as House of Fraser, Mothercare and New Look are closing stores.
Across the UK the number of beauty treatment salons has rocketed from nearly 27,000 in 2010 to 43,000 in 2017, according to a register of UK businesses produced by the Office for National Statistics.


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Android 13’s final beta is live, the official release is next
Today Google has released the fourth and final beta of Android 13. The official release is next, and the company says we are now “just a few weeks away” from when that hits supported Pixel devices.
The fourth beta of Android 13 is meant for app developers to be able to perform final testing and development with the new release in mind. This build is actually a release candidate of Android 13 for Pixel devices and the Android Emulator.
Since Platform Stability was reached with the previous beta, all app surfaces have been final since then, including SDK and NDK APIs, app-facing system behaviors, and restrictions on non-SDK interfaces. Beta 4 / the Release Candidate going out today comes with fixes for previously reported issues, and should be the most stable pre-release version of the software.
Android 13 comes with new privacy features like a notification permission and a revamped photo picker, themed app icons, per-app language support, HDR video, Bluetooth LE Audio, and support for MIDI 2.0 over USB. There are also better tools for app developers to take advantage of tablets and large screen devices, extending upon what was built into Android 12L.
If your Pixel is already enrolled in Google’s public beta program, you should receive this new build as an over-the-air update in the following hours or the next few days. If you want to try out this build, you can do so by enrolling into the program here – once that’s done, the new release will be delivered to you in the same way as any other update.


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Never lose track of your kids again! LG KizON is a wearable device to be worn by kids, primarily younger children pre-school age, that works just like Find Your iPhone.
It’s a wristband that can be programmed for your kids to instantly call you with no need to remember phone numbers; just a push of a button on the band. You can also set the KisON to send you location updates throughout the day. The band uses a combination of GPS and Wi-Fi to work out where it is in the world, and texts the co-ordinates back to an app, which translates them into a map location.
LG has extensible tested the wristband and they ensure it does not contain toxic or hazardous chemicals or components.
KizON has launched in Poland and will spread through the rest of Europe. Parents are still waiting to hear whether the LG bracelet will make it to America.


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2016 Honda CR-Z on Sale November 3, Priced at $21,130
TORRANCE, California – The 2016 Honda CR-Z hybrid hatchback arrives at Honda dealerships on November 3, with a starting price of $21,130, including an $835 destination charge.
The pricing reflects a $165 increase over the 2015 CR-Z.
The new top-of-the-line 2016 CR-Z EX-L with a continuously variable transmission and heated seats starts at $25,925, including shipping.
Targeting the Hyundai Veloster, Scion tC and Volkswagen Beetle, the upgraded CR-Z includes new styling inside and out.
The redesigned front end features “an edgier, more chiseled look,” according to Honda.
A new standard item is a 7-inch Display Audio touchscreen with functions similar to those on a tablet computer.
Upgraded cabin treatments include a new brushed metallic finish to the door handles and center console.
An electric parking brake and Smart Entry with push-button stop-start is now standard on the CR-Z.
New accessories include LED foglights with blue accents and a fuel-tank lid garnish.
Edmunds says: Car shoppers will see a modest price increase on a spruced-up 2016 CR-Z.


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Emirates unveils new White Cover
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EMIRATES SkyCargo has teamed up with a leading US research institute to develop a ground breaking new product for the shipment of temperature-sensitive cargo, as part of its commitment to provide shippers with the highest standard of service.
It is a low-cost, lightweight, breathable and reusable protective ‘White Cover’ designed to shield these shipments from heat during door-to-door transport.
With its hub in the hot climes of the Middle East, Emirates SkyCargo has always had to pay special attention to its temperature-sensitive traffic.
This is the first time this unique type of protection, which completely encloses the shipment, has been used for the airfreight of temperature-sensitive goods,” said Therese Puetz, manager cargo business development & projects.
“It works on the principle of solar radiation and offers significant thermal protection. It also allows cooling of the shipment during transport and cold storage operations,” said Puetz.


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The supply chain may be the last stubborn holdout to digital transformation. Ask any logistics frontline worker, and they’ll tell you their outdated technologies create more manual work than they have time for. Transportation and logistics industry experts understand this, and Raconteur suggests that “the supply chain is at the centre of a new digital age.”
But the technology itself won’t save us — especially when disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic throw a wrench into our operations. Building supply chain resilience must start with a culture shift from the enterprise level down. What will such a shift look like? And how can organizations take the vulnerabilities the pandemic exposed and turn them into a benefit?
Building resilient supply chain models
Supply chains were top of mind last year as COVID-19 disrupted them. The pandemic showed many in the C-suite just how vulnerable many of these infrastructures are. But the virus spread only exacerbated issues that were already growing; from the tensions of global trade wars to natural disasters, our products and material production clearly experienced some friction in the past year. If we learned one thing from 2020, it’s that supply chain leaders must take a fresh look at generally accepted best practices related to outsourcing and on-demand ordering, as well as other models that were highly cost-effective but that turned out to be higher risk. McKinsey reports that even a 30-day supply chain disruption for the average company can result in an up to 45% EBITDA loss that year.
Organizations can reduce that risk by creating supply chain redundancies and leveraging new technologies to streamline efficiencies. But these approaches within a more agile approach to supply chain could actually create new revenue opportunities. We saw manufacturers shift their focus during the COVID-19 crisis to new production models of needed goods and services, such as masks and hand sanitizer. The production facilities themselves can be revenue generators that create new revenue streams for organizations. For organizations that adopt new technologies, these tools could offer third-party supply chain access to data or information that could strengthen these relationships. The idea is that resilient supply chains are an active circle that ebbs and flows in a continuous, self-feeding, redundant loop. However, this process must begin with an exercise that reassesses supply chain risks within the context of another global disaster like COVID-19.
Reassess supply chain risks in the context of COVID-19
It seems like each new disaster, whether regional or global, is another reminder to test the resilience of our supply chain. There have been few global disrupters quite like COVID-19, which tested our raw materials, vendors, production, and transportation processes to the point of breaking. Stress-testing our supply chains based on the depth and breadth of supplier interconnectivity, dependencies, and substitutability should now be a critical part of regular disaster recovery and planning in your organization.
COVID-19 took many companies by surprise. The effect on our invisible lower-tier suppliers, particularly those in China, was devastating. Other companies learned that their reliance on one preferred vendor was foolhardy; in simple language, putting all your manufacturing eggs in one basket was a recipe for an epic failure. The problem, we realized, is that many supply chain decisions are made upstream based on price or convenience.
Today’s lesson is to build redundancy into all levels of your supply chain. This is a continuous process simply because a large supply chain is never static; it’s a living ecosystem. Organizations must supplement traditional sourcing with real-time data and new locally-based approaches to lessen risk — before the next COVID-like event occurs.
Digitize to improve supply chain performance
The only answer, when trying to create this new type of supply chain that’s more agile and redundant than in the past, is digitization. According to 83% of CPOs, digitization is critical to improve procurement and the supply chain. How can organizations embrace this necessity? How should culture change?
A new type of supply chain productivity, dubbed “active performance management” (APM), focuses on real-time visibility in your supply chain, daily strategic and operational performance planning, and end-to-end accountability. These goals require digitization across the supply chain, something many companies lack. But the time is now to push for these changes; McKinsey shares some grim news: “We estimate that as much as $4.6 trillion in trade flows may be rebalanced across geographies in the coming years.”
With everything from climate disasters to political upheaval threatening our global supply chains, the adoption of technologies that give us real visibility to manage risk is the only thing that may save us from another COVID-like disruption. Organizations seeking to create new levels of resilience in their supply chains should consider consulting the Windsor Group Sourcing Advisory. Our team brings decades of experience to your most difficult challenges. Contact us to find out more.


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Tax day isn't the only deadline you have to remember... which by the way is April 18 this year. Many workers have until March 15 to use up their health-care flexible spending account.
These FSA's allow you to use pretax dollars to pay for medical and dental expenses not covered by insurance. There are some new rules that affect how much you can contribute to Flexible Spending Accounts, and how you can spend the money. They include:
- As of January first, it's now tougher to spend money in your flex account by stocking up on things like aspirin and cough syrup.You can no longer use FSA money for over-the-counter drugs without a prescription.
- How much you can spend isn't changing this year... right now contributions are federally capped at $5000. But the max will shrink to $2500 in 2013. So if you're planning an expensive elective medical procedure that's not covered by insurance, consider doing it this year or next.
At most companies, any money left over in your account is forfeited. That's probably why only about 20% of eligible employees sign up for flex accounts.
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Singapore has a thriving fintech ecosystem and is regarded as one of the leading hotbeds of fintech innovation globally. But this wasn’t always the case – these are recent developments, made possible by strong government will and an assembly of various other factors, says Varun Mittal, EY Global Emerging Markets FinTech Leader.
In this interview with Unravel, Mr Mittal, who is also the author of Singapore: The Fintech Nation, walks us through the evolution of the fintech ecosystem in Singapore. He talks about the role played by culture and the fear of failure, young entrepreneurs looking to push boundaries, active investor interest, and most important of all, state support in birthing and nurturing the Singapore fintech ecosystem, which is the envy of many around the world.
Unravel: What is the importance of fintech to Singapore? How important is fintech in the broader Singapore-as-a-smart-city story, or in terms of innovation?
Varun Mittal: Singapore has always been a trading hub. When you’re a trade and commerce hub, financial services follow through. There are things which are dependent on borders, and there are others that are not, and capital is one of them – it can move overnight from one location to another, but factories cannot. Singapore sits at the crossroads of China, India and the ASEAN market, and financial services are needed to enable trade and commerce. In the past five to ten years, there’s been an unprecedented democratisation of financial services.
In my view, the development of fintech requires capital, distribution and trust. In Singapore, the capital has always been available since it has been a large centre of commerce for decades now. Distribution became commoditised with the internet and the mobile reaching everywhere—be it ride hailing, e-commerce, food delivery and the like—and providing the foundation for the next generation of financial services to be built on top. Finally, any kind of financial services requires trust. As consumers engage with newer services, they need to be able to trust these services in order to use them more often. Across Singapore and much of Asia, we have seen lifestyle and financial services merge, and in many cases, trusted, established brands are providing some kind of financial services as well, providing what can be called “fin-life”. The blurring of boundaries between financial services and lifestyle, enabled by technology to make it seamless and easy, has all contributed to fintech development here.
Singapore has some unfair advantages as well. No other country in the world has one financial services regulator across all financial sectors, be it investment, insurance, micro-lending, or anything else. As a result, Singapore has a one-stop shop, enabling regulations to flow seamlessly – whether it is digital KYC, cloud, all of the enablers flow seamlessly because it’s a one-stop solution.
Unravel: How was fintech development in Singapore accelerated?
Mr Mittal: I have covered this extensively in my book where I argue that one key aspect is the kiasu nature of Singapore. So kiasu refers to a fear of failure, or a fear of losing out. I believe this has served Singapore well in the context of fintech development. Israel became a startup nation because of chutzpah, or a sense of fearlessness arising from extreme risk in adversity.
Singapore has a very different background. It has been dictated by restraint and a fear of failure, given the circumstances of its de-merger with Malaysia. There has always been a desire to do things right—or not do things wrong—and that fear becomes a big strength when you operate in a regulated industry. In other words, every step of the process has been managed carefully in Singapore to ensure nothing goes wrong.
So, I think Singapore has seen a bunch of things coming nicely together – a little bit of recent history, some strong macroeconomic trends, strong regulatory support and cultural aspects of Singapore as a society. Singapore has successfully become a knowledge economy, and financial services fit like a glove on it.
Unravel: One criticism levelled at Singapore is that while it has a fantastic ecosystem for fintech development, we haven’t seen something new coming out of it. Do you agree? And if this is the case, is it a problem?
Mr Mittal: I’ll start with the context of the question. There is a difference between innovation and invention. So, when you say something new, that’s invention; innovation is when you’re creating a new dimension to a product or service, by creating either new distribution, new monetisation, new pricing, new commercialisation or new distribution models. All the so-called inventions can be traced back to a traditional product. In financial services, we don’t invent services.
You invent much in this space. It’s an intellectual debate, which is why the premise is the nature of the industry and this limited invention scope.
So saying that nothing new is coming out of Singapore is not really a criticism. It is a fact. But that effective distribution, pricing, commercialisation, are more valuable, is also a fact – and we see that happening in Singapore.
Unravel: How do you expect digital banks to change the financial services landscape in Singapore? From an SME standpoint, some of the benefits seem obvious (such as greater access to capital)? But what about from a consumer banking standpoint?
Mr Mittal: Singapore has 700,000 plus gig economy workers who don’t have a social security net because they don’t necessarily pay CPF. The signs are the gig economy will become more prominent in the near future, so we need newer solutions that are designed for savings. This is just one example of what I hope the digital banks look to bring to the table. The existing financial institutions can do it, but digital bank players are can be key because a lot of the gig economy workers are already plugged or embedded into the systems owned by these new digital banks being set up – for example the Grab-Singtel digital bank. In these cases, the new banks are already sitting on data, so they can incrementally offer new services.
Similarly, Singapore has upwards of 300,000 foreign construction workers who all need telco services, are sending money back home and want some level of savings protection. So, this large segment of the population also needs service solutions. The digital banks are not necessarily designed to serve ultra-high net worth individuals with a cutting-edge private wealth offering, for example, but to serve the unmet and underserved needs of the population.
And like you said, many SMEs fall into this category.
There is a nudge, but not a granular control.
Unravel: Has fintech in Singapore evolved? If so, how? Has it disrupted the financial services sector, or been supportive of it?
Mr Mittal: I think I’d sum it up by saying that it started as a revolution some years back, but gradually moved to a process of evolution, and we could argue we are in a phase of reconciliation now. I think both the traditional financial institutions and the fintechs have much to gain through reconciliation and collaboration.
I believe that the older fintech mindset of “breaking down” banks has wilted and reality has set in that banks have several inherent advantages of their own. Startups also value a certain scale of business and understand that a fintech app will not go viral.
On the other hand, I think the banks did not expect such rapid adoption of fintech services. But now that it has happened, there’s been a realisation on their part that many fintechs are removing all kinds of artificial barriers and that customers could move aggressively.
So that’s why I say we are in a phase of reconciliation.
Unravel: What is the next frontier for fintech in Singapore? What do you think it will do or achieve?
Mr Mittal: We will see a lot more happening in the areas of payments and wealth. I think digital wealth, wealth exchanges and the like will see a lot of activity. What fintech should do is focus a lot more on insurance, because there is much that can be done in that space. We have seen quite a lot of activity in the broader region in the micro insurance space, but more can be done. Across ASEAN, insurance penetration is very low.
Unravel: Do you see intergovernmental cooperation towards fintech development and adoption within the region?
Mr Mittal: That will not happen because the needs of countries are very different. The needs of Singapore are drastically different to the needs of Indonesia and a few others. That said, I think there is a role for Singapore as the testing bed for the most complex ideas in the fintech space. Importantly, I think Singapore is crucial as a source for talent and in accessing the global markets for capital and investment.
* In Part II of this conversation, Mr Mittal speaks about the impact of COVID-19 on fintech development in ASEAN.
Varun has been working at the cross-section of digital business building and financial services. He is currently a partner at Ernst & Young, leading global emerging markets fintech and ASEAN digital banking practices – supporting fintech startups, financial institutions and regulators. Previously, he was the first marketing and sales employee at helloPay (acquired by ANT Financial, Alibaba Group), led payments for Samsung in ASEAN and developed regional mobile payment solutions at Singtel Group. Varun is co-founder of the Singapore Fintech Association & ASEAN Fintech Network. He has written multiple books covering the journey and evolution of Singapore as a global fintech hub.


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Back in December, I posted two items to the Search Engine Watch Blog that encouraged UK PR firms to learn SEO at SES London 2009. With the Search Engine Strategies conference just three weeks away, I figure that now is a good time to remind my UK public relations colleagues why they must attend this must-attend event – even after official confirmation that Great Britain is in recession.
My first post was entitled, “Half of British and Irish Marketers Use SEO for PR Purposes.” It reported on new research by Citigate Dewe Rogerson that found 51.4% of marketers in the UK and Ireland use search engine optimization (SEO) tactics for public relations (PR) purposes. However, the research also found that over four in 10 marketers in the UK and Ireland said that they did not have the in-house digital skills to develop a sound online PR strategy.
My second blog post was entitled, “Online PR Industry in UK Can Learn Lessons from SEO Industry.” It reported on a new Online PR Industry Benchmarking Report by E-consultancy that found about half of companies that outsource online PR are using PR agencies, but the other half are using search marketing agencies or web development agencies to develop and deliver their online PR strategy. The report also found, “Agencies and specialists should note that levels of client satisfaction are not encouraging and they may need to improve their Online PR knowledge and offering.”
So, if UK PR firms and UK public relations specialists want to do more than muddle through Britain’s economic downturn, then they need to attend Search Engine Strategies London, which will be held Feb. 17-20, 2009, at the Business Design Centre, 52 Upper Street, Islington.
Now, I would urge public relations specialists to attend the opening keynote by Matt Mason, Author of “The Pirate’s Dilemma”, and the Orion Panel, “Measuring Success in a 2.0 World”, on Tuesday, Feb. 17. And I would recommend that they attend the Orion Panel, “SEO: Where to Next?”, on Wednesday, Feb. 18. But I’d advise UK and European marketers, corporate decision makers, webmasters and search engine marketing (SEM) specialists, including pay per click (PPC) advertisers and search engine optimization (SEO) consultants, to attend these sessions, too.
However, if I were organizing a virtual track for just my PR peers, there are a number of sessions that I’d strongly encourage them to attend.
On Tuesday, Feb. 17, they should go to:
• Universal & Blended Search
• WebTrends Workshop
• Online Video Update – The Next Wave
• Analytics: Data Into Action
On Wednesday, Feb. 18, they should go to:
• SEO Through Blogs & Feeds
• News Search SEO
• Video & Podcast SEO
• Link Building Basics
• Keywords & Content: Search Marketing Foundations
On Thursday, Feb. 19, they should go to:
• Brand & Reputation Management
• Social Media Optimization
• Duplicate Content & Multiple Site Issues
• Beyond Linkbait: Getting Authoritative Mentions Online
• Local Search Marketing Tactics
On Friday, Feb. 20, they should register for these training workshops:
• Reaching Your Audience Through Blogs
• Link and Reputation Workshop
UK PR firms and UK public relations specialists will also want to visit some of the exhibitors that will be at SES London 2009. This includes PRWeb, which is recognised as a leading online news and press release distribution service worldwide.
John Mulligan of SEO-PR interviewed Jiyan Wei of PRWeb at SES San Jose 2008. Wei talked about the public relations benefits of providing press materials online and the ease with which PRWeb customers can set up their own newsrooms complete with releases and other media.
All this should convince UK PR firms and UK public relations specialists that they must attend this must-attend event. (And if they register for SES London 2009 by Monday, Feb. 2, they can save £100!)


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Organizers of the U.S. Sailboat Show say an estimated 50,000 people attended and dozens of boats were sold last weekend during the 43rd edition of the annual event in Annapolis, Md.
There were more than 600 exhibitors, and organizers said attendance equaled or slightly exceeded that of the 2011 show.
“On Friday, we sold double the amount of product of any day of any show,” said Dave Nickerson of Scandia Marine Products.
Organizers reported standing-room-only audiences in seminars and said the show’s Take the Wheel program sold out all three days, produced at least one boat sale and welcomed people from 30 states, Brazil and Canada.
“We met with folks from around the globe,” said John Miklovis of Steiner Binoculars.


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The Peninsula Hotel will take a trip back in time this weekend as the second Guernsey Retro Festival takes over, celebrating all the best bits of the '50s, '60s and '70s.
There will be live music, dancing, classic vehicles as well as a celebration of the fashion of that era.
"The 60s and 70s were overflowing with wondrous clothes, from the geometric shift dresses and bright colours of the unconventional mods to the floral patterns and bell bottomed flares of the free loving hippies," a spokesperson for the festival said.
"Fashion, music and social change dominated the 1960s and youth subcultures such as the 'Mods & Rockers' surged. This was the first time ever that teenagers could and would dress significantly differently from their parents.
"Twiggy was a leading style icon as she embraced a boyish silhouette which contrasted the curves of the 50s. Never in history had the length of women skirts been shorter and the mini-skirt became an important symbol in the movement towards women's rights.
"The liberated fashion indicated more progressive views of the new generation."
Local collector, Grace Ruddy, has agreed to display her extensive collection of '60s and '70s clothing at the festival, including designs from Thea Porter, Ossie Clark, Bill Gibbs, Pucci and Jean Varon, along with many other original items - some of which have previously taken pride of place at the V&A Museum in London.
With the help of vintage fashion enthusiast, Joni Free, a collection of the dresses will be on display at the Peninsula on 15 and 16 August. But, for anyone who can't make it to the festival this weekend, a fashion show of the full collection will be held on 20 September in Market Square, as part of the Guernsey Retro Festival's next planned event.
In the meantime, those passing through Town have the chance to spot part of the collection in the window of Health Connections.
Pictured: The festival is taking place at the Peninsula Hotel.
Organisers are keen for all festival-goers to support the retro theme by dressing up themselves, and a dedicated rail of retro-inspired clothing will be available at the event.
Other retro stalls will include flares and earrings from local designer, Maisie Bisson, and a hippie selection of clothes and jewellery from Lucy Corbin of Gaias Web and Saiko.
"The event promises to be a nostalgic weekend of laughter and good times, and a big celebration of community spirit," the spokesperson added. "So, dust off your bell bottoms and get out your boogie shoes, dazzle us with your glittery dresses and don those gold lame hot pants, and come and join in the fun!"
The festival will run from Friday 14 to Sunday 16 August at the Peninsula Hotel. Tickets are £5 per day or £10 for the entire weekend, with an option to camp at the site for £25 for two including breakfast or book a room for £90.
Tickets can be bought from Beau Sejour or Ray & Scott's on the Bridge.
Further information on the event can be found HERE.
Pictured top: Those passing through Town have the chance to see part of a retro clothes collection at Health Connections in Smith Street.
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The Google Pixel 2 XL is slower to charge in a sufficiently cold environment but isn't forthcoming about that fact, according to a number of user reports, as well as some testing conducted by Android Police. The Android flagship reportedly doesn't draw anywhere close near its maximum possible power once the temperature of its battery drops below approximately 20°C (68°F) and instead falls from around 16W to 10W before further declining to below 4W if its battery doesn't heat up. Regardless of whether it's charging at its most efficient speeds or not, it will still display the "charging rapidly" notification if used in conjunction with its official charger.
According to limited testing, a decline in charging speeds is largely expected behavior of many contemporary handsets but not to the degree observed with the Pixel 2 XL. It's presently unclear whether the smaller Pixel 2 is also throttled in a comparable manner when its battery becomes cold enough. In theory, the fast charging technology employed by Google's 2017 flagships can allow for them to draw up to 18W of power. The Mountain View, California-based tech giant confirmed it's investigating the issue but only through the prism of the possibly misleading notification that labels 4W charging as being "rapid." The company should be capable of recalibrating the speeds that trigger the notification with a minor software update. The limitation imposed on the charging speed of the Pixel 2 XL is understood to be an intentional component of the battery management techniques Google employed while designing its latest Android-powered devices.
The batteries fueling the Pixel-2 series devices have reportedly been experiencing some issues following the release of the February security patch earlier this month, with a number of users complaining the battery lives of their handsets have degraded after the new update has been installed. Some owners of the smartphones also reported their units started heating up with the new software and are even becoming noticeably hot while on standby. The Alphabet-owned company has yet to specifically address those claims and it's presently unclear whether the new security patch for the Pixel 2 lineup is even the actual culprit responsible for the reported issues.


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Due to a technical error, purchases with EC and credit cards have not been possible at some drugstores, supermarkets, petrol stations and retailers for days. Payments with Apple Pay or Google Pay cannot be made either. Often only cash payment is still possible.
Customers in the German retail sector are still sometimes confronted with problems when making payments by giro or credit card. "The disruptions continue," said a spokesman for the financial service provider Concardis on Thursday afternoon. "We continue to wait for signals from Verifone."
A spokeswoman for the payment service provider Payone made a similar statement. Since Tuesday evening, there have been significant nationwide restrictions on the processing of transactions at H5000 card payment terminals from the manufacturer Verifone.
The US company first commented on the problems on Thursday and announced a solution. "We will shortly provide a software update for our customers to fix the problem and will inform our customers as soon as this is available," said a spokesman for Verifone Germany. According to the information, the terminal type H5000 is mainly used in Germany. We apologize for the inconvenience and are working to resolve the issue with the highest priority.
According to Payone, the cause of the disruption is a certificate error within certain versions of the software provided by Verifone. The payment service provider does not expect that the announced software update can be implemented quickly because - according to previous information - manual intervention at the terminals is necessary. "This complex process can therefore not be carried out ad hoc in the area, but will take a long time," it said. We want to support our customers with this.
The Concardis spokesman said something similar: "We try to support the retailers affected as much as possible, for example by exchanging terminals where possible".
As a result, card payment is currently not an option in some retail outlets. The discounter Aldi Nord, for example, announced on Wednesday that card payments were not possible in some branches or elsewhere in retail due to the disruption. "Our provider is still working at full speed on a solution," it said on Thursday about the current status.
The drugstore chain Rossmann and Edeka also reported problems on Wednesday. According to their own statement, Aldi Süd, Lidl and the Rewe Group, i.e. the markets of Rewe, Penny and the Toom Baumarkt, are not affected. The German Retail Association (HDE) had emphasized that companies depend on the smooth running of the payment processes.
The Federal Association of Electronic Cash Network Operators (BECN) pointed out that the cause of the disruption was not one of the network operators or the cards used, but only affected the specific terminal type. "The cause of the misconduct has been identified by the manufacturer in the meantime. The terminal manufacturer is currently working on being able to initiate measures to rectify the error," said the association's website.
The Federal Association of German Banks, representing the German banking industry, made it clear that the terminals in question are completely unavailable for all payment types, but that the corresponding type only accounts for a small proportion of all devices used in Germany.
According to "Lebensmittel Zeitung", large chain stores in particular are concerned that the distribution of a software patch will take several days given the limited capacities. Because even if the first branches can accept card payments on Friday or Saturday, it could take until Monday morning for others.


text: Adidas has launched its first branded fitness app. All Day, available for iOS and Android, is meant to help users stay fit and healthy through tutorials covering a wide range of contents, from yoga moves to healthy recipes. The app also allows to track health-related aspects such as movement, nutrition and sleep. The holistic approach to fitness that the new app is meant to convey is the result of collaborations with experts in different fields. As for nutrition, users can get tips from Candice Kumai, the American professional chef, while Adriene Mishler advises on yoga sessions and Stephen Cheuk, the celebrity trainer, on work-out and virtual work-out sessions. The selection of music for both work-out and relaxation is curated by DJ Nina Las Vegas. Also in the wearables market, Adidas acquired Runtastic, a digital health and fitness platform, in 2015. The company has announced plans to shut down its MiCoach fitness service by the end of 2018 in favor of Runtastic's new platform.


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While Facebook's Libra project was said to already have 28 founding partners when unveiled last month, that isn't quite the case, according to Visa's CEO and board chairman, Alfred F. Kelly, Jr.
In a Q3 2019 earnings call on Tuesday, Kelly responded to a question on his firm's involvement with the Libra project from Bryan C. Keane, an analyst at Deutsche Bank Securities.
Keane asked, "Just wanted to ask on Facebook's Libra, there's some confusion in the market on how to think about that. Is it a strategic partner for Visa or potential disruptive threat? Just curious your thoughts and level of expected Visa involvement in Facebook Libra."
Playing down the firm's involvement with Libra, Kelly responded that "it's important to understand the facts."
The Libra Association’s group of 28 launch partners includes Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Uber, Lyft, Coinbase and others.
“Implied in this project is that wherever the Visa or Mastercard logo are accepted, Libra would follow suit,” Dante Disparte, head of policy and communications for the Libra Association, told CoinDesk at the time. “In so many ways it’s a great leap forward for cryptocurrencies and, in many respects, a mainstreaming of this asset class.”
Going forward, the decision to fully join Facebook's cryptocurrency project would be decided by a "number of factors, including obviously the ability of the association to satisfy all the requisite regulatory requirements," Kelly said.
Kelly emphasized in the call that "it's really, really early days" and much has still to be finalized regarding Libra. He finished on a positive note for Facebook, however, saying:
The CEO's comments come as confirmation of a New York Times piece from late June that cited unnamed sources at seven of the firms as saying that they had signed nonbinding agreements with Facebook.
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Late Wednesday, the chip manufacturer claimed in a filing the U.S. federal government has actually informed the company it has actually enforced a brand-new licensing need, effective immediately, covering any exports of Nvidia’s A100 and upcoming H100 items to China, including Hong Kong, and Russia.
Nvidia’s A100 are made use of in data centers for expert system, information analytics, and high-performance computing applications, according to the company’s site.
The government “indicated that the new license need will certainly resolve the threat that the covered items may be used in, or diverted to, a ‘army end use’ or ‘military end user’ in China as well as Russia,” the declaring stated.
The nvda stock (https://fintechzoom.com/stock-market-2/united-states/nasdaq/nvidia/) – 0.02% (ticker: NVDA) shares were down 7.9% to $139.04 quickly after the marketplace opened up on Thursday. F.
Fellow chip manufacturer Advanced Micro Devices amd stock earnings +0.40% (AMD) claimed it also obtained word of the brand-new united state licensing requirement, yet that it does not anticipate the change to have a substantial impact on its organization. Its stock was down was down 5.1%.
In Wednesday’s filing, Nvidia said it does not sell any items to Russia, however noted its present expectation for the third fiscal quarter had consisted of regarding $400 million in possible sales to China that could be affected by the new certificate need. The business additionally stated the brand-new constraints may influence its capacity to create its H100 product on schedule and also can potentially require it to relocate some operations out of China.
In an extra filing Thursday morning, Nvidia stated it had obtained permission from the united state government for exports and also in-country transfers in China that are required for the advancement of the H100 item.
A Nvidia agent informed in an e-mail: “We are working with our clients in China to satisfy their planned or future purchases with different items as well as might look for licenses where substitutes aren’t enough. The only current products that the new licensing need puts on are A100, H100 as well as systems such as DGX that include them.”.
The most up to date advancement follows a collection of weak financial results from Nvidia. Recently, the business offered an income projection for the October quarter that was considerably below expectations, pointing out a challenging macroeconomic environment and a rapid slowdown of demand.
Nvidia’s stock has declined by about 53% this year, vs. the 34% drop in the iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX), which tracks the efficiency of the ICE Semiconductor Index.


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AgriFORCE Growing Systems Ltd. AGRI an IP-focused AgTech company has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Delphy Groep BV, a Netherlands-based AgTech consultancy firm, for US$29 million through a combination of cash and stock. This definitive agreement follows the binding LOI as previously announced in October 2021.
"We expect the combined company will emerge as a global player with top-tier R&D capabilities, a more diverse product pipeline, increased IP development capabilities, and a broader footprint," said Ingo Mueller, CEO of AgriFORCE Growing Systems.
Delphy, which has global operations and over 200 employees, achieved 2020 annual consulting audited revenues of more than US$26 million and EBITDA of US$3 million (IFRS-based) and expects to end 2021 with revenues of US$28 million.
Jacco van der Wekken, CEO of Delphy, said: “We believe that partnering with AgriFORCE will help accelerate our global expansion plans and further establish our industry leadership."
- Delphy has generated strong historical financial performance and consistent growth. AgriFORCE plans to build on this growth through expansion of Delphy’s consulting operations, establishing an R&D center in North America, facilitating higher penetration of its Asian markets and expanding AgriFORCE’s operations in international markets.
- Accelerated deployment of the AgriFORCE GrowHouse and related IP by leveraging Delphy’s extensive experience, established customer base and industry relationships.
- Delphy’s deep industry knowledge and experience complements AgriFORCE’s M&A strategy by being uniquely positioned to identify regional and international AgTech opportunities.
- Delphy is at the forefront of knowledge and IP development and research, which the Company plans to augment with increased revenue from technical solutions in the controlled-environment agriculture (CEA) vertical.
- Ability to expand AgriFORCE’s IP development and increase innovation through Delphy’s Improvement Centers, its R&D facilities and its relationships with governments and premier AgTech universities.
- Delphy brings a team of industry leaders in AgTech and a market-leading consulting brand to AgriFORCE.
The transaction closing is expected to occur within 60 days of the signing date. Post-closing, it is anticipated that Delphy will become a subsidiary of AgriFORCE and will be operated by its current management team.
Recent AgriFORCE Activity
In December 2021 AgriFORCE signed a definitive contract with Humboldt Bliss, Ltd., an agriculture and aquaculture business based in Barbados, to deploy its proprietary automated growing system and IP. Humboldt entered into licensing and partnership deals with a US-based multi-state dispensary operator and Cannabis Global Inc. CBGL, a company focused on multiple growing verticals within the global cannabis & CBD industry.
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Sara Lee Corp. has appointed Luc Volatier as SVP supply chain and operations of its international coffee and tea business effective April 1.
Fresh & Easy Tuesday made its Sacramento, Calif. debut with the opening of two new stores in the region. The retailer plans to open five new stores in the Sacramento area this month.
E-commerce sales continue to grow and have a major impact on multichannel retailers, according to new report from The Retail Industry Leaders Association.
After three consecutive months of improvement, the Consumer Reports Index for March slipped to 46.1, from 49.6 last month.
Walgreens customers can now access exclusive offers when they check in at any Walgreens store through Foursquare.
A supermarket chain in the Northeast is the latest to enter the mobile application game.
Safeway is projecting that 2012 will be a good year for the retailer.
Higher front-end sales for the month of February helped counter-balance lost revenue from Express Scripts prescriptions, Walgreeens reported Monday.
In the wake of tornadoes that hit communities in Kentucky on Friday, retail pharmacy chain Rite Aid has donated to a local Red Cross chapter to assist victims.
Stop & Shop customers in New England and the New York Metro area helped the retailer give back more than $22 million in 2011 into the hundreds of communities in which they operate.


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Jelly Belly bringing back limited-time pop-up event
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. (CBS 58) -- Jelly Belly is bringing back its popular pop-up event, Sweet Scene.
In honor of the Jelly Belly Carnival, Sweet Scene will now be open daily from June 28 through July 31 from 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
For $10, guests can strike a pose in scenes that combine fun, color, and candy, all while enjoying free samples along the way.
Scenes where guests can snap a photo include:
- Under a canopy of colorful umbrellas
- Sitting on a dreamy swing
- Sitting on a bench with the one and only Mr. Jelly Belly
- In front of a giant 40-flavor Jelly Belly gift box
- On a golden throne
Sweet Scene tickets can be bought online or on-site at the Jelly Belly Visitor Center at 10100 Jelly Belly Lane Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin 53158. Children three and under are free.


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COMMENTARY: Why ‘price gouging’ isn’t as bad as we think
By Rob Breakenridge Radio Host Global News
At the risk of coming across as a cruel and heartless monster, it would appear as though a case needs to be made against laws banning so-called “price gouging.”
Most people, I suspect, have a rather low opinion of those who would seek to profit on the backs of those adversely affected by a natural disaster. While such moralistic impulses are understandable, not all well-intentioned policies have desirable outcomes.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, the office of the Texas attorney general is investigating upwards of 600 complaints of price gouging in the Houston area, most involving bottled water and gasoline. In one high-profile instance, Best Buy was forced to issue an apology after a photo taken at one of its stores showed a 24-pack of bottled water selling for $42.96.
The exact same thing happened in Calgary in the aftermath of the devastating 2013 floods. Home Depot was forced to apologize after photos emerged on social media of 24-packs of bottled water selling for $42.
Bottled water is an interesting example. In bulk, bottled water can be purchased for what works out to less than a dollar a bottle, often even less than 50 cents a bottle. Yet, when sold individually, it’s quite common at movie theatres, concerts, sporting events, amusement parks, hotel mini bars, and elsewhere to pay four or five dollars a bottle — or even more.
Given that, the outrage over the Best Buy price seems a little misplaced. Perhaps they should have just opened up the pack and sold the bottles separately.
But what is the value of a bottle of water in the first place? Or, more to the point, what was the value of those particular bottles of water? We, of course, rely on market forces to determine what we consider to be the “normal” value of such commodities, but these extreme situations don’t necessarily represent a failure of those market forces.
Excessive demand coupled with scarce supply has inflated the value of the product. We could, as price gouging laws do, simply demand that the retailer leave the price unchanged from where it was previously. Unfortunately, that may prove to be counterproductive.
This is something that many economists have studied quite extensively. And not just conservative or libertarian economists, either. In 2012, for example, in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, prominent progressive economist Matthew Yglesias wrote a piece arguing that anti-price gouging laws were “hideously misguided.”
He noted that such laws merely “exacerbate shortages and complicate preparedness. Letting merchants raise prices … creates much-needed incentives for people to think harder about what they really need and appropriately rewards vendors who manage their inventories well.”
In other words, the higher prices help ensure that such resources are allocated based on need, rather than first come, first serve. It also helps ensure that people are not hoarding or buying more than they need. By tempering demand, supplies won’t be depleted as fast. Is it not better to have paid a slightly inflated price for bottled water than to encounter empty shelves?
Moreover, it sends an important signal to the market that the shortage exists. As economist Don Boudreaux has observed, “higher prices are … not the problem; they reflect the problem.”
The solution, therefore, is to increase the amount of available supply — and higher prices provide a necessary incentive. In a 2015 study, economist Steven Suranovic points out that “the market does a remarkably effective job of allocating the scarce goods fairly and helping to eliminate the shortage more quickly.”
Emotion, though, is a powerful force, and I doubt the public revulsion around “price gouging” is going to disappear anytime soon. In fact, it’s likely that a fear of public shaming and negative media coverage keeps this phenomenon relatively limited.
However, it seems clear that circumventing market forces in pursuit of some vague goal of perceived fairness actually leads to worse outcomes for those we’re purporting to help. That should count for something.
Rob Breakenridge is host of “Afternoons with Rob Breakenridge” on Calgary’s NewsTalk 770 and a commentator for Global News.


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With e-commerce on the rise during the pandemic, companies across every industry are focused on delivering their goods speedily and efficiently. For construction wholesalers specifically, the pandemic has highlighted the need for a reliable source of supplies and materials that can be delivered at the last minute.
As a result, those in the construction industry have been forced to adapt and innovate at record speeds.
One of the companies spearheading such innovation is Los Angeles-based shipping logistics startup Curri. Last week, the company announced that it raised $6 million in a Series A to continue expanding its last-mile delivery fulfillment service.
Curri enables construction workers to get supplies delivered to them on demand or at a pre-scheduled time. The company delivers everything from heavy machinery and large appliances to pallets and pipe bundles. Items can be delivered by car, truck or flatbed, and users can reserve materials and select their preferred delivery method on Curri’s mobile app.
Last-mile delivery is typically fragmented. Wholesalers usually rely on a web of in-house fleets or local couriers to finish out a job which, in turn, can lead to more mistakes and miscommunication. Curri’s service aims to eliminate roadblocks, centralize shipping procedures and speed things along for everyone involved in the process.
“Last-mile delivery logistics is the last step of the process and key to customer satisfaction. It is also both the most expensive and time-consuming part of the shipping process,” a spokesperson for the company said in a statement.
Curri’s platform monitors delivery touch points and provides users with real-time notifications pertaining to the status of their shipment.
“Suppliers who don’t have the ability to make urgent, on-demand, or long-distance deliveries are leaving sales on the table and risk losing customers and business to suppliers who do. Fleet Augmentation is the secret weapon of suppliers who care about getting material in their customer’s hands, fast,” Matthew Lafferty, co-founder and CEO of Curri, said in a statement.
Curri plans to invest the additional capital in expanding the size of its team. The company is currently on the lookout for dozens of drivers to join its nationwide delivery fleet.
Founded in 2018, Curri launched in all 50 states last spring. When Built In last spoke with the company last May, the “Uber for construction companies” said it was experiencing a rapid pace of growth. The company plans to widen the range of services it offers on its platform as it continues to scale.
“We were already growing, but we started growing faster because of this. What it’s doing is squeezing growth trajectories that would have taken two to three years into a single year,” Lafferty told Built In last year. “The industry wants to be more, it has a desire to be more efficient. I just think the timing was right for something like this.”
Curri has raised $6.2 million in financing to date, according to Crunchbase. The Series A was led by Brick & Mortar Ventures with additional participation from Rainfall Ventures and Initialized Capital.


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The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD), the Number One Bank in the UAE, has joined hands with MoneyGram International (NYSE: MGI), a leading global money transfer company, to become the first MENA bank to allow mobile phone international remittances to more than 200,000 locations across 190 countries and territories around the globe .
The agreement between MoneyGram and NBAD will make it easier and more convenient for consumers in the UAE to send money transfers via their mobile phone to family and friends around the world. The partnership also gives MoneyGram access to NBAD’s account holders in the UAE and extends the benefits of safe and reliable money transfer services to a new category of consumers.
Arrow money transfers, including MoneyGram international remittances, can be carried out from a current account and prepaid cards.
Almost two years after NBAD introduced its Arrow service, the countrys first mobile phone money transfer and payment service, the Bank has integrated Arrow with MoneyGram to enable consumers to transfer funds directly from their NBAD or a prepaid account to persons outside the UAE via mobile phones.
UAE has been recognised as a major source of remittances worldwide. The World Bank recently estimated remittances from the UAE to be between US$15 billion and US$20 billion in 2009 with potential to continue growing in the coming years. In GCC, the size of the remit market is nearly US$50 billion.
UAE also has one of the highest mobile phone penetration rates in the world as the rate for mobile phone users in the UAE stood at more than 190% of the population.
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expatriates in the UAE remit money to
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said Saif Al Shehhi, the Senior General Manager of Domestic Banking Division at NBAD. NBAD understands a key component to delivering quality service is by being a leader in innovation. The Arrow mobile phone payment service and its expansion into international remittance is another example of NBADs innovative leadership in the market place.
With more than 4 billion mobile phones in use around the world today, we recognize the critical role that mobile technology is playing in the evolution of the remittance market. This partnership with NBAD reinforces our commitment to deliver innovative mobile money transfer products and services and provide consumers with more accessible, affordable and secure options to send cash around the world, said Nigel Lee, MoneyGrams executive vice president for Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific.,
The expansion of the Arrow service to international remittances with MoneyGram constitutes the third phase of enhancement and improvement to Arrow. In the first phase, introduced in November 2008, Arrow allowed customers to access their bank accounts via mobile phones to pay, send, and receive money domestically 24 hours a day.
NBAD developed the Arrow service with Luup, a world leader in the mobile payment industry.
In the months that followed the initial introduction in November 2008, NBAD and Luup increased the range of its services outside NBAD current account holders to include transfer from prepaid cards linked to salary (Ratibi cards), and to non-NBAD customers who could transfer funds from their prepaid cards. Offering international remittances through MoneyGram is the culmination of 18 months of work that NBAD and Luup have undertaken in developing this service.
NBAD strives to provide services and products that genuinely deliver utility and value to consumers. Given how many people need to remit money to other countries, this service greatly meets a need in the market place, said Ahmed Al-Naqbi, the Senior Manager of Channels and Electronic Banking Services at NBAD. As UAEs Number One Bank, NBAD is on the forefront of bringing to the market the latest banking technology to provide customers with a fast, secure, reliable and convenient banking experience.
“This new partnership with NBAD will start to define the use of Mobile remittances in the UAE as well as the region,” said Richard Meredith, MoneyGrams Regional Director for Middle East, Pakistan & Afghanistan. “This service demonstrates one of MoneyGrams core values in making remittances convenient.”


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CHARLESTON – ABC Supply has filed suit against a Charleston roofer over allegations he owes more them more than $7,000 for supplies purchased in 2017.
ABC Supply Co. Inc. filed a complaint in Kanawha Circuit Court against Robert Bowles, also known as Bobby Bowles and trading and doing business as Precision Roofing Systems, alleging breach of contract and unjust enrichment.
Bowles entered into a credit agreement with ABC on July 19, 2017, to purchase supplies, according to the complaint. ABC alleges Bowles has yet to pay for the merchandise that amounts to $7,318 plus interest.
ABC seeks monetary relief of $7,318 plus accruing interest, $1,097.70 in attorney's fees and all other just relief. It is represented by John Keating of The Amato and Keating Law Firm PC in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
The case has been assigned to Circuit Judge Tod Kaufman.
Kanawha Circuit Court case number 19-C-949