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Myriam Joire recently arranged prominent leaker Max Weinbach on her podcast as well as additionally both talked thoroughly pertaining to Google’s adhering to prices cellphones, the
Pixel 6 in addition to 6 Pro.
Pixel 6’s Whitechapel chip will certainly not be any kind of type of faster than the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC
Weinbach verified records pertaining to the
interior Whitechapel chip for the Pixel 6 family. He assumes that Google has really picked a special chip to far better make use of AI in addition to expert system. This stays in accordance with a 2020
document that specified Whitechapel would definitely include devices taken full advantage of for the Hill Sight company’s machine-learning modern-day innovation.
According to the details shared on the podcast, the chip will definitely consist of customized neural handling systems (NPUs) in addition to Photo Signal Cpu (ISP). Every Google phone from the Pixel 2 to the Pixel 4 consisted of an interior gadget uncovering cpu to improve electronic photography as well as additionally numerous other features yet in 2014’s timetable came without an included cpu in addition to depend totally on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon SoC.
While making use of AI-focused devices appears superb for Pixel’s camera, which has really continuously counted added on software application than devices, do not prepare for an amazing enter device effectiveness regarding existing front jogger cpus.
The Whitechapel chip will most likely be made by Samsung using the 5nm treatment as well as additionally Weinbach specifies it will definitely port in between the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 as well as additionally the Snapdragon865
Pixel 6 Pro may consist of a new, bigger significant webcam noticing system
Google is furthermore obviously finally mosting most likely to utilize a new in addition to bigger noticing system for the main digital video camera. Per an
earlier leak, the device will definitely have a primary 50 MP noticing system, an ultra-wide-angle gadget, in addition to an 8MP periscope telephoto lens with help for 5x optical zoom.
Onto numerous other requirements, the Pixel 6 Pro is expected to have a 120 hz Quad HD screen, a 5,000 mAh battery, an in-display finger print customers, as well as additionally mmWave 5G. The Pixel 6 will likely consist of a smaller sized Complete HD display with the precise very same refresh rate in addition to a smaller sized battery.
To be a lot more specific, the Pixel 6 Pro will definitely consist of a 6.7-inch rounded AMOLED panel, as well as additionally the usual variation will definitely have a 6.4-inches degree screen, if earlier documents are to be believed. The phones might in addition include ultra-wideband (UWB) modern-day innovation.
Google is furthermore planning a green Pixel 6 alternate obviously
Many many thanks to a flurry of
leaked makes, we recognize that the Pixel 6 duo will definitely have a three-tone design as well as additionally a rectangle-shaped back webcam bump. The orange variation seen in the leaks might not be so orange as well as additionally white. Rather, we will likely see a peach, sand (think Not Pink Pixel 3), as well as additionally gold mix. An green variation in addition to a silver in addition to black variant are furthermore obviously on the cards.
If all exercises as well as additionally Google does not run into a chip deficiency problem, we can prepare for to see the Pixel 6 in addition to Pixel 6 Pro in October. Or else, the intro may acquire pushed to November.
Pixel Watch will definitely be presented together with the new front joggers. It will purportedly be underpinned by a 5nm Samsung chip, perhaps the one which is in addition expected to power the
Galaxy Watch Energetic 4.
Pixel 6 will definitely have a Samsung Galaxy S series-level marketing and advertising budget
Google shows up deeply bought its new front jogger timetable in addition to is probably to obtain all the stops. The company is apparently mosting most likely to market the new phones boldy as well as additionally it turns up that it is taking into consideration Samsung’s market share. This contrasts drastically with its in 2015’s
uninteresting purposes in addition to the preparation job suggests that the new devices will definitely be amongst the
finest phones of 2021.
Weinbach furthermore shared some information worrying the
Pixel 5a, which will likely be exposed in August. The leaker specifies that it will perhaps establish you back above the Pixel 4a, which would definitely be a drag as leaks recommend it will definitely be a reduced restoration at finest over its forerunner. Wireless payment will definitely not be contained.
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’ business is seeing some stability. Whether markets believe it is another matter.
The meme-stock driven events of a year ago were wild, to say the least, for Robinhood, and for markets in general. Since then, though, by some measures, things have been relatively steady for the upstart online brokerage: Robinhood has now produced roughly the same results in equities and options trading for three quarters in a row: about $50 million in equity transaction-based revenue and more than $160 million for options.
Even crypto revenue, which dropped sharply from the second to third quarter, only fell a bit into the fourth quarter, to $48 million. Average revenue per user was just a dollar lower in the fourth quarter, at $64, than in the third quarter.
Perhaps this could give investors a base to work from as the company’s market value continues to decline. Its market capitalization Thursday was only two-thirds greater than the available cash and equivalents it had at the end of 2021.
Sustainability might be somewhat elusive, though. Already, Robinhood said it anticipates total net revenue to be below $340 million in the first quarter of this year. That would be down from $363 million in the fourth quarter. The company said that it began 2022 seeing trading activity below what it saw in the fourth quarter. Though it has seen an uptick in engagement in the last few days, the company warned that it was too soon to say whether that is the new trend.
The case for Robinhood’s shares being a steal rests in part on its customers now being valued relatively very cheaply, at less than $500 per net funded account, well below the thousands of value for an account at online brokerage shops such as E*Trade in the past, and certainly at giant
Even if customer growth stagnates, Robinhood still could see much more revenue from customers with products such as retirement accounts, spending-and-saving tools, faster money movements, expanded crypto services, and more, and justify a higher valuation.
Robinhood is still putting some important pieces of its infrastructure in place, too. It is now allowing customers to transfer outside assets into the firm, so its most loyal customers might become far more valuable.
It is also aiming to extract more revenue from lending out shares in the market, adding so-called “fully paid” stock lending. The existing lending program was already about 8% of fourth-quarter total net revenue. The company will also earn more, due in part to its cash pile, as interest rates rise.
Even so, some of Robinhood’s potential new revenue sources ultimately could still be driven by customers’ willingness to put money to work. That willingness is a huge question mark for 2022.
It is hard to judge how many of its products will be up and running and would still see significant growth if people became more defensive and cautious and their savings dwindled; even retirement products such as Individual Retirement Accounts could be affected by a risk-off mentality.
Crypto remains a big wild card too. Robinhood said on Thursday that it has updated its pricing agreements with crypto market makers and added another venue to increase competition, which was resulting in bigger rebates.
That could point toward higher revenue on steady crypto activity. But given how huge volume in this market was at times last year, new pricing might not necessarily mean overall crypto transaction revenue will grow in 2022 if activity keeps trending lower. The coming all-customer release of the company’s crypto wallet could be a swing factor.
The prospects are there for many new or improved revenue streams, but Robinhood’s stock is trading sharply lower in after-hours activity. It seems that the market wants to see it before it will believe it.
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We're very pleased that CES once again chose Stickam to stream these conference sessions
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) January 5, 2011
Stickam.com, the pioneer of live streaming video and the largest live community on the Internet, today announced it will be the exclusive provider of video streaming of the Media Money Makers program and the SuperSessions at the 2011 International CES, the world’s largest consumer technology tradeshow. Owned and produced by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®, the show will be held in Las Vegas, January 6-9, 2011.
CEA expects over 120,000 attendees at this year’s show, with 2,500 exhibitors showing off the newest technology gadgets and consumer electronics. More than 250 educational sessions will take place over four days, showcasing the knowledge of 800 expert speakers. Through the exclusive partnership, Stickam.com will allow all viewers to watch the action from CES.
Stickam.com will be providing delayed streaming of the Media Money Makers program held in conjunction with CES. Taking place on Thursday, January 6 and Friday, January 7, Media Money Makers presents insights from some of the most successful innovators from Hollywood, Madison Avenue, Wall Street and Silicon Valley about reliable business models for monetizing content across the most promising platforms - from smartphones to broadband-enabled HDTVs.
Speakers include Jordan Haffner, President, New Media, Electus; Mitch Singer, Chief Technology Officer, Sony Pictures Entertainment; Alan Wurtzel, President, Research & Design Media, NBC Universal; Michael Smith, General Manager of The Cooking Channel; Amy Banse, SVP, Comcast; Vivi Zigler, President of NBCU Digital Entertainment; Vivian Schiller, President and CEO of National Public Radio; Actors Kevin Pollak and Amy Aquino; Carlton Cuse and Damon Lindelof, Writers and Co-Executive Producers of Lost; Writer-Producer Shawn Ryan; and Marc Hustvedt, President of Tubefilter, Inc., who will interview a panel of “You Tube Superstars.” Please see the full schedule Media Money Makers panels at http://www.cesweb.org/conferenceProgram/search/results.asp?categoryID=2050.
Home viewers will be able to watch interactive playbacks of the panels within a few hours of each session’s conclusion at http://stickam.com/ces2011.
“We’re very pleased that CES once again chose Stickam to stream these conference sessions,” said Arthur Greenwald, Co-Producer of the Media Money Makers sessions. “Stickam has a well-deserved reputation for reliability and top production values, and that’s just what you need for a major event like this.”
Stickam will also present exclusive streamed playbacks of all of the CES conference SuperSessions. This series of panels and speakers includes FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski, Conan Executive Producer Jeff Ross, Dancing With The Stars Executive Producer Conrad Green, Master Storyteller Tim Kring, Electronic Arts Managing Director Bill Young, AT&T Director of Mobile Strategy Mel Coker, AT&T Chief Technology Officer John Donovan, Best Buy Chief Technology Officer & GeekSquad Founder Robert Stephens, and many more. Please see the full schedule of SuperSessions at http://www.cesweb.org/conferenceProgram/SuperSessions.asp.
“We’re very excited that CES has chosen Stickam to be its exclusive streaming provider for these sessions again this year,´ said Hideki Kishioka, Executive Director of Stickam.com. “We are honored to make this fantastic content available to those who are unable to attend the panels in person, or to attendees who want to be able to watch a panel again.”
Delayed and on demand streams of all CES 2011 SuperSessions and Media Money Makers sessions will be found at http://www.stickam.com/CES2011.
Created in 2005, Stickam is the pioneer of the live interactive video streaming space. With over 7 million registered members, we are home to the largest live community online. The Stickam platform enables anyone to stream live video to audiences large or small, from a computer or mobile device. Our white label service allows anyone to integrate live video streaming services into their own web sites and mobile applications, and our live pay-per-view platform allows hosts to charge for tickets or subscriptions to their live events. Stickam makes the world a smaller place by empowering the global internet community to come together and share the moment live. For more information, please visit http://www.stickam.com.
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The geopolitical order has been shifting in 2015: Middle-Eastern refugees are flooding into Europe, and the seasonal cycles of nature show signs of disruption and change that is unpredictable and threatening everywhere in the world. Radical ideologies fight for influence, nationalist sentiments are on the rise in Russia, China, and Europe. The stock market has not done very well, and antibiotics are beginning to loose their effectiveness. In many regards, more research and technology seems to be our only hope. The world population reached 7.4 billion people in 2015. What are some of the trends for 2016?
2015 was the year of the refuges. Syria’s civil war started in 2011, and has been the main driver of mass displacement. More than 4.2 million Syrian refugees fled the country, and 7.6 million are uprooted within Syria. The countries bordering conflict zones host the lion’s share of the refugees, like Jordan or Turkey. This leads to growing resentment and the politicization of refugees.
The four year old Syrian conflict now extends to Europe, and Germany alone absorbed 1.1 million refugees in 2015. This poses a major problem. With a total population of 81 million, there is now a one-to-eight ratio of foreigners, and the migration has not yet reached an end. The people who came are not other Europeans: They are mostly Muslims, coming from a war-torn country, they don’t speak German, and they don’t understand how the German society works. The task of integrating them is enormous.
The 28 European Union countries together currently have a population of 503 million people. The total foreign-born population residing in the EU in 2014 is 33 million people, which is 7% of the EU population. 1 By comparison, the foreign-born population in Japan is 1.63% of the total population, and the number of people living in the USA who were born outside of the country reached 13.7% in 2015, and is projected to hit 14.9% in 2025. I think it is fair to say that the European turmoil about refugees is somewhat exaggerated. An influx of young people will be beneficial for Germany, and from an economic viewpoint, the arrival of the refugees has a strong stimulating effect with excellent long-term benefits for a country with declining population numbers.
Worldwide, the refuge problem is bigger than it ever was since World War II. The number of people fleeing their homes has surpassed 60 million, mainly driven by the Syrian war and other protracted conflicts, according to the U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). Today, 1 in every 122 humans is fleeing from their homes, The total figure at the end of 2014 was 59.5 million. An estimated 34 million people were internally displaced as of mid-2015, about 2 million more than the same time in 2014. A civil war in Jemen erupted in March 2015, and created a refuge wave of close to a million people. Antonio Guterres, U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees, said in a statement: “Never has there been a greater need for tolerance, compassion and solidarity with people who have lost everything,”
Acceleration of change?
It is not hard to predict that 2016 will be a transformative year. But does change really accelerate? Ray Kurzweil claims in his classic book The Singularity is near(2006) that social and political systems will change fast under the influence of even faster rollouts of technological innovations. The confluence of computer science, robotics, and nanotechnology will lead to cascading effects that impact everything from food production to airline design, and especially to warfare. He even claims that the rate of change is exponential, because systems will begin to learn from their own adaption process, and their advances can be passed on to the next generation of machines. In contrast, humans mostly take their capabilities and insights with them when they die, so human progress is much slower. Voice recognition or self-driving cars are examples of machine progress, and self-driving cars will transform traffic as well as city planning. The key question is still: how do we measure change, and what are our criteria? What do we consider to be progress? And how will humans use the rapidly growing technological possibilities? The change in human culture and international order is still uneven and unpredictable. We will get richer and poorer at the same time, and in 2015 we also moved backwards in several ways, and we witnessed more tragedies of historic proportions.
The end of smartphones
The arrival of Amazon Echo in late 2015 made it clear that AI is now beginning to take over the household. I bought a model early in 2015, and it is a truly amazing little machine. Its natural language interface understands how to do many common activities, such as searching the net, getting weather and travel guidance, setting reminders, or operating wifi-enabled appliances like light switches, heaters, etc. These devices work as voice-enabled personal assistants and they sound like human beings.
Artificial intelligence (AI) interfaces will appear everywhere, and smartphones will begin to be phased out in five years from now. 2 Smartphones will disappear because they are impractical, and they are just a screen in your hand that takes you away from your environment. The emergence of cloud-based intelligence and holographic technology will make them obsolete. 3
Network technology everywhere
The Ericsson report predicts the following ten trends for 2016 and beyond:
- The Lifestyle Network Effect. Four out of five people now experience an effect where the benefits gained from online services increases as more people use them. Globally, one in three consumers already participates in various forms of the sharing economy.
- Streaming Natives. Teenagers watch more YouTube video content daily than other age groups. Forty-six percent of 16-19 year-olds spend an hour or more on YouTube every day.
- AI Ends The Screen Age. Artificial intelligence will enable interaction with objects without the need for a smartphone screen. One in two smartphone users already thinks that smartphones will be a thing of the past within the next five years.
- Virtual Gets Real. Consumers want virtual technology for everyday activities such as watching sports and making video calls. Forty-four percent even want to print their own food.
- Sensing Homes. Fifty-five percent of smartphone owners believe bricks used to build homes could include sensors that monitor mold, leakage and electricity issues within the next five years. As a result, the concept of smart homes may need to be rethought from the ground up.
- Smart Commuters. Commuters want to use their time meaningfully and not feel like passive objects in transit. Eighty-six percent would use personalized commuting services if they were available.
- Emergency Chat. Social networks may become the preferred way to contact emergency services. Six out of 10 consumers are also interested in a disaster information app.
- Internables. Internal sensors that measure well-being in our bodies may become the new wearables. Eight out of 10 consumers would like to use technology to enhance sensory perceptions and cognitive abilities such as vision, memory and hearing.
- Everything Gets Hacked. Most smartphone users believe hacking and viruses will continue to be an issue. As a positive side-effect, one in five say they have greater trust in an organization that was hacked but then solved the problem.
- Netizen Journalists. Consumers share more information than ever and believe it increases their influence on society. More than a third believe blowing the whistle on a corrupt company online has greater impact than going to the police.
Source: 10 Hot Consumer Trends 2016. Ericsson ConsumerLab, Information Sharing, 2015.
Statistics for this website
This website continues to grow rapidly. Here are the numbers for 2015: 4
- 76,269 unique visitors, with 1.44 visits per visitor. (measured by unique IP numbers). This is an increase of more than 20,000 visitors compared to 2014.
- 121,889 total visits, 1,305,064 number of pages called, and 3,8 million total hits.
- I created 23 posts in 2015, which brings the total number to 81 posts today. This was my most productive year so far in terms of this website. Here is a sitemap page.
- I also added 19 pages (pages are different from posts, which are only written by me. Pages contain quotes from various authors as well as longer texts). Now the website has a total of 408 pages.
- The search phrase that brought the most traffic to Trialectics.com is “characteristics of human rights,” which lands visitors on a post from January 2015 about Human Rights.
- I did not make any changes to the layout or the structure of this website, other than the regular updates. It is running on WordPress version 4.4.
My year in review.
2015 has been a good year for me, with several trips and many diverse interests and activities. A year-end review always leaves me wishing I had done more in various areas. My curiosities change before I ever get to the bottom of my book list. The authors who will get more of my attention in the upcoming year are Leo Strauss, Walter Kaufmann, Emmanuel Levinas, Carl Schmitt, Hans Blumenberg, and Bruno Latour. Also on the horizon are Timothy Morton, Judith Butler, and Jeffrey Sachs. I still don’t have a strong interest in returning to the field of psychotherapy and Lacan, because the world affairs are so captivating, and witnessing the historic changes through the lens of political philosophy remains my focus.
- “European migrant crisis” on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/European_migrant_crisis?wprov=sfia1. ↩
- This estimate is supported by a survey of more than 5000 smartphone customers in nine countries by Ericsson ConsumerLab. You can find it in the fifth edition of Ericsson’s annual trend report, 10 Hot Consumer Trends 2016 (and beyond). ↩
- Here are some attitudes and trends that influence the direction of technological change:
- 44% of smartphone users think an AI system would be as good as a teacher.
- 30% would like an AI interface to keep them company.
- 30% would rather trust the fidelity of an AI interface than a human for sensitive matters;
- 29% agree they would feel more comfortable discussing their medical condition with an AI system.
- Smartphones are Impractical. Constantly having a screen in the palm of your hand is not always a practical solution, such as in driving or cooking.
- Battery capacity limits. One in 3 smartphone user wants a 7−8 inch screen, creating a battery drain vs. size and weight issue.
- Not wearable. 85 percent of smartphone users think intelligent wearable electronic assistants will be commonplace within 5 years, reducing the need to always touch a screen. And one in two users believes they will be able to talk directly to household appliances.
- Virtual reality and 3D technology is better. The smartphone users want movies that play virtually around the viewer, with virtual tech support, and VR headsets, especially for sports.
- More than 50 percent of consumers think holographic screens will be mainstream within 5 years — capabilities currently not available in small handheld devices. ↩
- I am using AWstats software to track the statistics. ↩


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Nimbit, a direct-to-fan marketing, sales and distribution platform for musicians, announced today that it has closed a $1.25 million series A investment round. The round was led by Common Angels and Hub Angels and, according to VP of Marketing Carl Jacobson, will be used to ramp up the company’s hiring efforts.
Nimbit adds to the cumulative $3.5 million of seed funding it raised during three prior seed rounds beginning in May of 2006. The seed rounds were also led by Common Angels and Hub Angels, with LaunchCapital and Rose Tech Ventures contributing.
Founded in 2002, the Massachusetts-based Nimbit is a one-stop shop for musicians looking to manage their own direct-to-fan marketing and commercial music efforts. And though Jacobson said that Nimbit may have been “a little early to the party”, there has been quite a bit of buzz in the last few years concerning shifts in music marketing and distribution — like the success of Radiohead’s releasing “In Rainbows” direct to fans via their website, for example — and it now seems that the market may be ready to adopt the direct-to-fan model.


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The AGS ‘2020B’ release in November will include the fruits of our lockdown efforts over these past few months, most of which have been leaked on these pages. Earlier this year, we debuted a new data set: Non-Resident Population. On any given night in a normal year, upwards of nine million people are found in hotels, second homes, the homes of friends and family, in recreational vehicles, or camping. The impact of the non-resident population on a site – restaurant or retail – can be substantial, often proving to be the difference of locational success and failure. AGS’ new Non-Residential Population database, which includes annual and quarterly estimate of where those tourists can be found, bridges an important gap in the analytical toolbox of site analysts. The 2020B release will feature updated Non-Resident Population data.
We looked at the Los Angeles area, specifically looking at the ratio of non-residents to residents, which you can see on the map below. To create this map, we used the grid level of geography, and overlaid it on Google’s terrain layer.
Of course, when people think about Los Angeles and tourism, they likely think of a few things: Disneyland, the beach, and Hollywood. Unsurprisingly, those attractions, and the mountain areas that many come to ski and snowboard on, are all tourist hot spots. Catalina Island, just off the coast, also proves to be tourist heavy.
We also see tourism activity is heavy on Lake Sherwood and in Westlake Village, California (located in Ventura County). In those areas, it is likely second homes in these areas that drive up the Non-Resident Population.
Low tourism activity can mainly be found in the suburbs of Los Angeles, in Ventura County, Riverside, and Palmdale, where most tourism is likely visiting friends and family.
Knowing where tourists go—and what part of the year they go there—is a critical part of any demographic-based marketing and site selection strategy.
Be on the lookout for the update to Non-Resident Population, and the rest of the 2020B update including our new five-year CrimeRisk projections and wildfire risk, coming in November.


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Internet TV streaming service Netflix CEO Reed Hastings said on the 18th that if Apple launches video streaming service, Netflix will not cooperate with Apple to authorize its own content, but also admits that competition is intensifying and content is being obtained. The cost is rising.
Apple will hold a spring presentation on March 25th, US time and March 26th, Taiwan time, at the Jubs Theatre. The market is out, Apple is expected to enter the video streaming platform market.
Netflix held a Labs Day event at its headquarters in Los Angeles on the 18th. The media focused on the impact of Apple’s possible entry into video streaming services. Hastin said that Netflix has been facing competition for more than a decade, with rivals being very large and well-funded companies, including Amazon, Disney, Warner and more.
Justin is optimistic that if there are great competitors, it will inspire Netflix to show the best performance, and competitors will have some strengths to learn, so that the competition can bring benefits. However, as competitors increase, the cost of getting content is getting higher and higher, although this is helpful for creators.
The media asked that many companies may publish content through Apple’s rumored video streaming service, and whether Netflix will also consider it; Hastings first praised Apple as a “great company”, but Netflix wants people to use Netflix. The service to watch Netflix content will not integrate Apple’s services.
He emphasized that Netflix is constantly thinking about what new programs can be developed and how to use new technology to make members happy. This is Netflix’s vision and an opportunity to continue to grow.
Netflix product director Greg Peters said that Netflix is growing fast in the international market, with a wide variety of content and programs broadcast globally. Netflix is not only a content producer or technology company, but should actually be regarded as an entertainment company. The key to the future is how to tell stories more convincingly.
Peters said that Netflix believes that good stories should be found all over the world, so set goals for the best in the content industry years ago. During Netflix’s expansion, Netflix continued to invest in creative stories outside the United States, and now there are many different cultures on the web, including programs from Spain, Germany, and Turkey.


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A Costa Cruises ship, the Costa Allegra, is adrift in the Indian Ocean after a fire on board the cruise liner.
Belonging to the same company that owned the ill-fated Costa Concordia, the blaze on the Costa Allegra started in the electric generators room at about 10.30am. The ship has been left without any electricity, the BBC reports.
The fire has been extinguished and although there were more than 1,000 passengers on board, no one was injured. However the Italian coastguard has said that the ship's engines have been damaged and the Costa Allegra has no means of propelling itself.
All passengers and crew members not engaged in the running of the ship have been sent to muster points "as a general precaution", the cruise company said.
At the moment, the Costa Allegra is around 20 miles from Alphonse Island. The ship, which is twenty years old, was due to reach the port of Victoria in the Seychelles tomorrow, the 28 February.
However now the cruise-liner is to be approached by "tugs and other naval and aerial units" after the Costa Allegra sent out a distress signal.


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iBall Slide PenBook 2-in-1 launched at ₹24,999: Specs, features
The iBall Slide PenBook comes with Intel Atom processor, 2GB of RAM and 32GB of built-in storage.
Domestic consumer electronics company iBall on Thursday launched a two-in-one "iBall Slide PenBook" in India Priced at ₹24,999, the Windows-based device is available via Amazon.in and retail stores.
The device with 10.1-inch, full multi-touch HD display and IPS technology sports 5MP auto-focus rear camera and 2MP front camera.
"iBall Slide PenBook" showcases a unique 'Windows Hello,' a quick fingerprint scanner feature. It also has'Cortana with Voice' that helps users remember their tasks.
"Our latest two-in-one 'iBall Slide PenBook' is a world-class offering with latest technology wonders of Windows inking, Hello and Cortana. It's the next level device for those who embrace digital innovations and look for the best in technology," said Sandeep Parasrampuria, CEO and Director, iBall.
It also comes with Intel Atom processor with processing speed up to 1.92 GHz and paired up with 2GB RAM and 32GB in-built storage expandable up to 128 GB.
The device comes with 6000mAh Li-Polymer battery. For connectivity, the PenBook supports Bluetooth 4.0, microHDMI, Type-C (on tablet), and USB 2.0 (on keyboard) x2. It also has dual speakers and dual mic.
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According to the announcement, “Professor Willow has discovered Togepi and Pichu hatching from Eggs! Starting later today, Trainers will have the opportunity to hatch these and several other Pokémon that were originally discovered in the Johto Region in Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver video games.”
Unfortunately it seems that for now that this isn’t the 100 Pokemon update that we’ve been waiting for. Instead it seems like Niantic has chosen to add more Pokemon bit by bit over the course of the next few months, so for now trainers will only have Togepi and Pichu to catch, and from the 12th to the 29th of December, a special edition Pikachu wearing a Christmas hat will also be available.
Based on the comments, it seems that quite a few players are upset at this supposed “huge” announcement, but we guess it makes sense. By steadily releasing new Pokemon, it helps to ensure that gamers are interested in the game, versus releasing all at once and seeing the hype die down a month or two later.


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In a world where business disruptions from various sources seem to be the new normal, staying abreast of the latest trends in business continuity planning is essential. By doing so, organizations can quickly respond to any unexpected disruptions and protect their operations, employees, and customers from any damages. In this article, we will explore the latest business continuity news and the key components that businesses need to consider in their planning processes.
Business continuity has been defined as the capability to continue essential business functions during and after a disaster. It is a critical aspect of any organization's risk management strategy. The importance of business continuity planning cannot be overstated. It helps reduce the impact of an incident by ensuring a quick recovery, increasing resilience against future emergencies, and minimizing the organization's financial losses. Without a business continuity plan, an organization can face significant challenges in recovering from a disaster, and in some cases, it may not be able to recover at all.
Business continuity planning is not just about protecting the organization's assets; it is also about protecting the people who work for the organization. A well-designed business continuity plan can help ensure the safety and well-being of employees and customers during and after a disaster. It can also help maintain the organization's reputation and credibility by demonstrating its ability to respond effectively to an emergency.
Business continuity planning involves various elements that organizations need to consider to build their resilience against disasters. The key components include:
By implementing these key components, organizations can build their resilience against disasters and ensure that they are prepared to respond effectively to any emergency. A well-designed business continuity plan can help organizations minimize the impact of a disaster, protect their employees and customers, and maintain their reputation and credibility.
Technology is continually evolving, and organizations need to keep pace with ongoing updates to enhance their business continuity planning. For instance, automation can help to speed up response times and improve collaboration, while cloud computing and virtualization can improve the accessibility and portability of business-critical data and applications.
One of the latest technological advancements in business continuity is the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). These technologies can help organizations to analyze data and identify potential risks before they occur, allowing for proactive measures to be taken to mitigate the risks.
Another technological trend is the use of mobile applications for business continuity planning. These applications can provide employees with real-time updates and notifications in the event of an emergency, ensuring that everyone is aware of the situation and can take appropriate action.
Every industry has unique needs, and business continuity plans should be tailored to meet their specific requirements. Industry best practices are continually evolving, and organizations need to stay informed of the latest trends and innovations.
For example, healthcare providers need to ensure the continuity of patient care and cybersecurity. In recent years, there has been an increase in cyber attacks on healthcare organizations, making cybersecurity a top priority in business continuity planning for the healthcare industry.
Similarly, the financial industry requires robust risk management and business continuity measures to protect customer assets and reputation. With the rise of fintech companies and online banking, financial institutions need to be prepared for potential disruptions to their services.
Regulatory compliance is a significant obligation for most businesses, and non-compliance can result in substantial fines, penalties, and reputational damage. To stay compliant, organizations need to monitor regulatory changes and adapt their business continuity plans accordingly.
One of the latest regulatory changes affecting business continuity planning is the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union. The GDPR imposes strict requirements on the handling of personal data, including the need for data breach notification within 72 hours of discovery. Organizations need to ensure that their business continuity plans include provisions for complying with the GDPR.
In conclusion, staying up-to-date with the latest trends in business continuity is essential for organizations to ensure that they are adequately prepared for potential disruptions. By incorporating technological advancements, industry best practices, and regulatory compliance into their business continuity plans, organizations can minimize the impact of disruptions and maintain business operations.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on businesses worldwide, resulting in significant financial losses and operational disruptions. Organizations that had robust business continuity plans in place fared better during the pandemic, emphasizing the importance of effective crisis management and business continuity planning.
During the pandemic, businesses that were able to quickly adapt to remote work and online operations were able to continue operating, albeit at a reduced capacity. For example, many restaurants pivoted to takeout and delivery services, while retail stores shifted to online sales. These businesses were able to keep their employees safe while continuing to serve their customers, highlighting the importance of flexibility and adaptability in business continuity planning.
Moreover, the pandemic highlighted the importance of having a strong supply chain. Businesses that relied heavily on suppliers from affected regions were particularly vulnerable to disruptions in their operations. As a result, many organizations have started to diversify their supply chains to reduce their dependence on a single source.
Natural disasters such as hurricanes, fires, and floods can have a profound impact on business operations. Organizations need to plan for natural disasters and have measures in place to protect their employees, customers, and assets while ensuring continuity of operations.
For example, businesses in areas prone to hurricanes need to have a plan in place for evacuating employees and protecting their assets. They also need to have backup systems in place, such as generators, to ensure that their operations can continue even if the power goes out. Similarly, businesses in areas prone to wildfires need to have measures in place to protect their physical assets, such as fire-resistant building materials and defensible space.
Furthermore, businesses need to have plans in place to support their employees in the aftermath of a natural disaster. This may include providing mental health support and financial assistance to help them get back on their feet.
Political and social instability, terrorism, cyber-attacks, and economic disruptions can all affect business operations on a global scale. Organizations need to consider geopolitical factors when developing their business continuity plans, including alternative supply chain sources, geopolitical risk assessments, and developing emergency response plans.
For example, businesses that operate in regions with a high risk of terrorism need to have measures in place to protect their employees and assets. This may include hiring security personnel, implementing security protocols, and providing training to employees on how to respond to a terrorist attack.
Furthermore, businesses need to have plans in place to respond to cyber-attacks, which can have a significant impact on their operations. This may include having backup systems in place, implementing strong cybersecurity measures, and providing employee training on how to identify and respond to cyber threats.
In conclusion, the impact of global events on business continuity cannot be overstated. Organizations need to have robust business continuity plans in place to ensure that they can continue to operate in the face of disruptions. By considering the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, natural disasters, and geopolitical factors, businesses can develop effective strategies to protect their employees, customers, and assets while ensuring continuity of operations.
In conclusion, the importance of staying up-to-date on business continuity news can't be overstated. Organizations need to continuously evaluate potential risks and stay abreast of the latest trends in business continuity planning to ensure they have robust business continuity plans in place. By developing and implementing effective business continuity plans, organizations can protect their operations, employees, and customers, and minimize the impact of any disruptions.
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And after this deal’s announcement, almost any company that sells groceries is getting pummeled as investors brace for the competition brought on by Amazon’s entry into the space.
The most notable loser is Kroger (KR), the nation’s second-largest seller of groceries behind Walmart, down 13% in early trading on Friday.
Sprouts Farmers Market (SFM), an organic grocer which competes with Whole Foods, is also down 13%.
Walmart (WMT), which on Friday also announced a deal to acquire menswear retailer Bonobos for $310 million, was down 6% on Friday morning. In recent months, Walmart has been moving to more directly challenge Amazon’s business, namely its Prime membership offering by giving customers smaller minimum order sizes to qualify for free two-day shipping. Last year, Walmart bought online retailer Jet.com for $3 billion.
And so it seems that Amazon’s major foray into the food space is weighing on shares of almost any company that sells food, whether at the grocery, wholesale, or ancillary level.
“The acquisition of Whole Foods by Amazon announced this morning puts grocers on notice that Amazon is going to be a serious and formidable player on the grocery business,” said Mickey Chadha, a vice president at Moody’s.
Chadha added that smaller regional supermarket chains and independent grocers should feel the most pain from Amazon’s entry into the grocery space, and said the sector is, like the brick-and-mortar retailers, about to learn what happens when a player with the “financial capacity to price aggressively” like Amazon comes into the market.
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The enterprise software industry is undergoing a massive transformation – while the demise of many smaller players are getting postponed, I wrote that it may be that the industry may undergo mutation before consolidation and predicted structural changes ahead. David Roux, co-founder and managing director of corporate investment firm Silver Lake Partners finds that small startup companies need to rapidly grow beyond $100 million for being able to make money. Most companies that earn $100 million or less tend to lose money & he does not see the return of those days . when the software industry as a whole grew at 20 to 30 percent. Likeother mature segments of the computer industry such as storage and semiconductors, the growth levels for software industry shall also stabilise. The "dirty little secret of the software business" as he sees it is the fact that that the average selling price of software products has declined over the years. Cost saving measures have ensured that the software industry has returned to growth and profitability Only those enterprises that generate more than $5 billion in annual revenue, sustain profit margins greater than 30 percent. Companies that generate annual revenue of $1 billion to $5 billion in annual revenue drop down to profit margins of around 17 percent. Midsize companies that are producing revenue of $100 million to $1 billion can sustain 9 percent margins. But companies that can't quickly grow beyond the $100 million level are generally losing money. The question before small to midsize software companies is how quickly it could get to be a $5 billion business or bigger. These factors are behind the consolidationthat is going on in the software industry & the market share of the top three software vendors, Microsoft, Oracle & SAP have increased from 24 to 30 percent just in the past five years. Four years ago corporate IT departments devoted 65 percent of their budgets to maintenance of existing systems and 35 percent to acquiring new technology. Today maintenance spending has increased to 75 percent and new acquisitions are down to 25 percent. This means it will be harder than ever for small companies to win a share of this business. The software companies have a huge untapped source of credit that they could use to fund future growth & the software companies will steadily increase their use of debt to fund growth as the industry continues to mature – This could keep fanning the wave of innovation in enterprise software.
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NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- Google's ( GOOG - Get Report) CEO reshuffle, completed Monday, could herald a new era of innovation at the Googleplex, as geeky co-founder Larry Page takes the company's reins from Eric Schmidt. "I think it's a little too early to tell, but there might be a lot more focus on innovation with a technology products guy at the helm," said Yun Kim, an analyst at Gleacher & Company. "I think that things will be focused on product introductions."
Hired in 2001 to provide a mature foil to Page and his youthful co-founder Sergey Brin, Schmidt oversaw an eventful decade during his tenure as CEO. The former Novell chief guided the Internet giant through its 2004 IPO, was at the forefront of its censorship battles in China and managed the firm's push into mobile with its Android operating system. Google's stock rose more than 440% during the Schmidt era. More recently, however, the search giant's stock has barely moved -- shares are up just 3% over the past 12 months. Page, the big-vision guy known to push initiatives like attempting to digitize all the world's books, must win back Google's trailblazer status. "I think that over the last year or so, they have lost a step in how people perceive them to be an innovator," said Charles King, president and principal analyst of Pund-IT Research. "For example, they have been behind the curve in social networking." While nimbler Facebook and Twitter have racked up more than 500 million and 175 million users respectively, Google is playing serious catch-up. The Silicon Valley heavyweight has struggled to generate significant consumer interest via its Google Buzz, a service that lets users share photos, videos and updates. King expects to see Google sharpen its focus around new and emerging technologies, specifically in mobile devices and analytical tools. "There's a ton of places where Google could be a formidable player," he said. "I would expect that with Page's return as CEO, Google will be looking further afield for the next big thing." On the mobility side, King expects to see Google use its Android OS and search engine to provide a host of location-based advertising, reviews and recommendations directly to users' smartphones and tablets. In this way, consumers could quickly trawl through Google's vast troves of data while searching for a specific restaurant on, say, the streets of their locale. The analyst also sees a huge market opportunity for Google in providing cloud-based analytic services to small businesses, which would offer highly-focused search results based around industries, products and services. Opening up new revenue streams will be key; Google currently generates around 90% of its revenue from its core search business. One new front Google seems to be hitting hard is mobile payments. The company is reportedly working with MasterCard ( MA), Citigroup ( C) and VeriFone ( PAY) to enable consumers to pay for purchases via their Android devices. For Google, the move would help advertisers more effectively target consumers and allow merchants to push coupons and loyalty schemes to customers.


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Video: MotoGP: MCN Exclusive Video Suzuki unveil 2008 MotoGP protoype
Suzuki rolled out its new 2008 prototype GSV-R V4 MotoGP machine at a test session in the Twin Ring Motegi earlier this week.
The bike, which was tested by development rider Nobuatsu Aoki, featured a new chassis and exposed exhaust system.
MCN was able to grab this exclusive video footage of the new bike, which has been extensively tested in Japan.
Nobuatsu Aoki has a wild card ride next month in Sepang’s Malaysian MotoGP, and could debut the 2008 contender if engineers have enough parts available in time for the October 20 clash.
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The Maldives, Seychelles, Antigua, Sri Lanka, Bali and Thailand all make the long-haul wish list for 2021, with Italy and Greece the short-haul favourites, according to Kuoni’s Travel Forecast 2021 report.
The luxury travel operator predicts the big overseas trip will be back for 2021, with advance bookings gathering pace, no doubt bolstered by optimism for the vaccine roll-out.
Apparently upgrading is a big trend as we all look to make 2021 holidays extra special. The average spend per booking rose by £683 from £8,549 in 2019 to £9,231 for 2021, based on advance bookings so far.
Kuoni says more people are upgrading to business class, adding helicopter transfers and extra experiences such as hot air balloon flights.
The Maldives tops the list of long-haul destinations in demand, buoyed by more direct flights and the appeal of isolated retreats with private pool villas.
Kuoni says more people are upgrading to business class, adding helicopter transfers and extra experiences…
The Seychelles are a top choice for couples looking for a castaway vibe – the islands (there are 115 in total) boast not one but two World Heritage Sites – and safari trips are also in demand. Kenya remains a perennial favourite, but Botswana enquiries are also building. It’s one of Africa’s best kept secrets, says the operator.
Looking ahead, Kuoni expects strong demand for Thailand, particularly winter next year. ‘Offering exceptional value for money and diverse experiences it is a great long-haul choice for families and couples and one that works equally well for some serious and stylish upgrading.’ it notes.
The Caribbean is proving a hit, with Antigua trending as the top island of choice.
Bali also makes the list, particularly for couples planning summer weddings. It’s one of the few long-haul destinations whose peak weather dovetails with the British summer, making it ideal for honeymoons.
Japan rounds out the top ten. Although the country has yet to re-open to visitors, there are early signs that it is set to return as a favourite buck-list choice. ‘Next year we expect strong demand for our Japanese Alps itinerary which combines spectacular alpine scenery with a stay at a hot-spring hideaway and visits to off the beaten track towns.’
“We’re seeing two types of travellers emerge, those who are prepared to book and travel at short notice and those who are planning much further ahead, aiming to travel in a year’s time or more,” says Kuoni CEO Derek Jones. “They’re enjoying making plans and are excited about the idea of heading off to see the world again.”
Top destinations for holiday travel in 2021
- The Maldives
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We’ve waited a long time to say this, but finally it’s time to dust off the swimwear, brush up on your dance moves and hit the beach. Not just because finally, those who are double jabbed can travel to Spain – and its uber-luxe hotspot Marbella – but because Ocean Club Marbella has reopened toContinue Reading
Blockbuster film director Roland (Independence Day, Godzilla, The Day After Tomorrow) Emmerich, is inviting guests to travel back in time for an anniversary sailing around the Greek islands on his vintage motor yacht, the Maid Marian 2. 90 years young after her latest refit, the vessel is one of only a handful of surviving pre-War classicContinue Reading
Two new luxury resorts have just opened on Kouri Island, in Japan’s subtropical southern prefecture of Okinawa, and we’re smitten. The properties, Away Okinawa Kouri Island Resort and Loisir Terrace & Villas Kouri both offer hillside views over emerald-green seas and picturesque beaches. Dubbed Love Island by Okinawans, because of two heart-shaped rocks (if youContinue Reading


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Chad Morganlander, portfolio manager at Stifel, explains why he is underweight on equities right now, saying that "valuations are somewhat stretched."» Read More
Matthew Kupfer, reporter at CBC News, says Canadians are trying to process the events of the shooting in Ottawa.
Guy Spier, president of Aquamarine Capital Management and author of "The Education of a Value Investor", says the finance industry has "failed broader society" and there needs to be more accountability.
Katie Koch, head of global portfolio solutions at Goldman Sachs Asset Management, says she expects the European Central Bank to carry out full blown quantitative easing.
Alexei Kudrin, former finance minister of Russia, says the country's central bank "will not participate" in currency interventions.
Alexei Kudrin, former finance minister of Russia, says the country's economy will face a "challenge" if the oil price hits $80 per barrel or below.
Christopher Granville, managing director at Trusted Sources, discusses the reform needed in the European Union energy market to make it more competitive.
Stephen Springham, senior retail analyst at Planet Retail, says new Tesco CEO Dave Lewis has a "massive task ahead of him" to turn around the struggling U.K. supermarket.
Philip Shaw, chief economist at Investec, says the weak economic data coming out of Germany has "overstated" the weakness in the euro zone's largest economy.
Matthew Roden, executive director of biotechnology equity research at UBS argued biotech stock valuations are still attractively valued even after their run higher.
Atul Lele, CIO of Deltec International Group says he is more worried about short term market rates rather than the Federal funds rate.
Valentin Marinov, director of FX strategy at Citi, says investors should still be long sterling against the euro.
Kristina Church, analyst at Barclays, says Peugeot will lose market share globally with a weak European macroeconomic situation weighing on the automaker.
Jeff Kilburg, founder and CEO of KKM Financial, says it will be "political suicide" if the Federal Reserve reignites quantitative easing.
Lawrence Lundy, ICT consultant at Frost and Sullivan, says iPad sales are falling because they are getting "squeezed" between Apple's Macs and the larger screen iPhone 6 Plus.
Catherine Wood, founder and CEO of ARK Investments, says "high octane" technology companies like Tesla and Netflix are gaining market share in their sectors and are attractive stocks to buy.
David Scranton, CEO and founder of Scranton Financial Group and Advisor's Academy, says institutional investors are "nervous" in the current volatile market environment.
Steve Mader, retail insights director at Kantar Retail, says Asos is not the right company for Amazon to consider acquiring as the U.S. e-commerce giant has expertise in that area already.
Peter Thal Larsen, Asia editor at Reuters Breakingviews, says it is "hard to see" how talks between students and officials in Hong Kong will resolve the protests.
Tom Elliott, international investment strategist at DeVere Group, says stock markets will recover and he is still overweight equities.
Adam Tanner, fellow at the Institute for Quantitative Social Science at Harvard University, discusses how casinos in Las Vegas collect data and what they use it for.
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NITN | @notintownlive | 04 Jun 2018
Kolkata, Jun 4 (NITN): The Bengal Chamber Of Commerce and Industries has hosted a musical evening with Rabindra Sangeet exponent Shama Rahman to commemorate their deep engagement with Bangladesh and partners with an expanding interchange and interaction both in business and culture.
The musical evening was hosted last month.
Bangladesh and West Bengal -two
regions on either side of a political and geographical divide often comes together in the spirit of Bengali ethos when it comes to celebrating Bengali New Year and celebrating our cultural heritage and pride Rabindranath Tagore.
Music and culture always fades the lines of boundary and unites the two Bengals in an emotional mood.
Subhodip Ghosh, Director General, the Bengal Chamber, said: "We already have been witnessing growing and warm ties between India and Bangladesh. Programs like these only serve to reassure and cement this close friendship."
- UNSW Sydney's team producing high-quality building products made from old clothing and mixed waste glass
- Fashion designer Agnimitra Paul opens exhibition to help women entrepreneurs
- Vocalist Sohini Roy Chowdhury regales audience at city concert
- Sanskriti University signs MOU with ICAR-NBPGR
- India urged to bridge gap between evidence and policy in tackling women’s cancers
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- Eco Adventure tourism is the next big thing for Indian tourism industry, says Priya Entertainments' MD Arijit Dutta
- Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya to unveil Santoor Ashram Foundation for Global Music Promotion in Los Angeles
- Rhitom Sarkar, slide guitar artist, is keen to take his melody to a wider audience
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US railroad operator Amtrak has launched a deal offering rooms for two for the price of one for a select range of destinations across America. The offer is valid for journeys made between January 7 and May 23, 2019.
Hong Kong, Nov 22 (NITN): Cathay Pacific is offering up to USD 1,000 off on Business Class as part of its Black Friday sale in US to Asia flights.
Ho Chi Minh City, Oct 24 (IBNS/NITN): Vietjet is offering two million super-promotional tickets priced from only VND0 (conditions apply).


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Canpack, a manufacturer of aluminum beverage cans, has opened its brand-new facility located in Tocancipa, Colombia following an investment of around $150m.
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Videojet has introduced its latest CIJ product development, a 90° adjustable printhead, which has been designed specifically for use with the Videojet 1860 continuous inkjet printer,
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The ITA and the RMI, have jointly developed and published new Assessment Criteria for Tin Smelting Companies, which clarify a common upstream and downstream view of due diligence requirements for the tin supply chain.
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Aluminium packaging recycling body, Alupro, has urged caution to avoid unintended consequences of a Deposit Return Scheme.
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The bicycle, e-bike and bicycle parts and accessories industries have banded together to form the World Bicycle Industry Association (WBIA), in part to give the bike industry a voice in discussions over technology allowing communication between vehicles.
Founding members are the Bicycle Association Japan, the Bicycle Product Suppliers Association, based in the U.S., the Confederation of the European Bicycle Industry and the Taiwan Bicycle Association.
“Vehicle-to-vehicle communications are advancing rapidly and as an industry we were kept out of the discussion because we did not have a worldwide association,” said Moreno Fioravanti, the secretary general of the European Bicycle Manufacturers Association and an executive at Accell Suisse AG. “Now we do and we will be participating in these discussions going forward as e-bikes and light electric vehicles need to be a part of these discussions.” Fioravanti was the driving force creating the world group.
The discussions Fioravanti is referring to are taking place in Europe but involve issues and planning that may well migrate to the U.S. and elsewhere around the world. Namely, the European Union is progressing toward implementation of its Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) – which is slated to employ information and communication technologies in traffic management and enable various groups to use transportation systems in a safer, more coordinated, and smarter manner.
“While we don’t have a similar system to ITS in the U.S., we know that many things developed in Europe get adopted here in one form or another. So it’s important for the U.S. industry to know how things are developing,” said Larry Pizzi, WBIA’s second vice president. Pizzi is managing director of Raleigh Electric and serves as the Bicycle Product Suppliers Association’s vice president and chairman of its e-bike committee.
The association’s website is www.wbia.ch.
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Felt Launches New Online Sales Program
Joining other well-known bike brands including Giant, Felt recently announced that it has launched a new online sales program, dubbed Customer Connect, that allows buyers to spec out their bikes online and take delivery at their local Felt dealer.
Felt’s new program also includes a Buy Local Now option through its website that allows a purchaser to see if the bike they want is in stock at their LBS.
Felt said that when considering options for online sales, it felt strongly that local bike shops remain a vital part of the value proposition and the purchase process for the Felt brand.
“We think the IBD is an integral part of the business model,” said Adam Micklin, Felt VP of global sales and marketing. “We looked at programs out there. We felt that if a Felt customer wants a bike they need to have access to it, but it still needs to be consistent with our business. It needs to be the right bike with the right fit, and that happens through the dealer.”
The company said its program research showed that less than 1 percent of total bikes sold in North America are sold online. However, Felt realized that customers do a lot of their own research and shopping online.
“The fact that they’re researching the product online and if they choose to purchase it online we don’t want to say, ‘You can’t,'” said Tyler Meyers, Felt’s international sales manager. “We want to have a program and operational support to deliver the bike consistent with their expectation. It’s removing barriers to access but also saying, ‘We want you to work with the retailer because that’s where you get the best fit, or if you have questions or need service,'” he added.
It seems a near certainty that, following Canyon launching its direct-to-customers sales program in the U.S. last year, all the major bike makers will be watching closely and determining the best online sales programs for their brand(s).


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Hog Margin Watch: June Margins weakened over the first half of June as hog prices moved lower while feed costs were mixed with steady meal and higher corn prices. Despite the weaker trend in Lean Hog futures prices, near-term trends for both supply and demand remain supportive. Based on the latest USDA ERS data, retail pork prices reached another record in May at $4.89/lb., down slightly from April but up $0.50/lb. or 11.5% above a year ago. May was the third consecutive month that retail pork prices achieved record levels as inflation trends escalate. Bacon recorded its second-highest price ever during May at $7.36/lb. just behind April’s record at $7.42/lb. while boneless hams set a new record
at $5.17/lb. during May, up 5.4% from last year. Hog slaughter last week according to USDA was 2.372 million head, with the current week’s slaughter estimated at 2.35 million head which would be down 3.5% from last year. Hog slaughter seasonally declines in June and July, and based upon the March inventory report, slaughter should be down 1.0-1.5% from last year over the next 4-6 weeks. USDA will update their quarterly inventory report later this month on June 29. While hog weights also seasonally decline this year, the trend has been different for producer-owned pigs versus packer-owned hogs that now account for 40% of total supply. For the week ending June 10, the average weight of producer-owned barrows and gilts was 212.8 pounds, up 0.5% from last year while for packer-owned animals the figure was 222 pounds, 2.9% higher than a year ago. Our clients continue to target levels to add margin protection in forward production periods with flexible strategies that will allow for further margin improvement over time.
The Hog Margin calculation assumes that 73 lbs of soybean meal and 4.87 bushels of corn are required to produce 100 lean hog lbs. Additional assumed costs include $40 per cwt for other feed and non-feed expenses.


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VRstudios and Creative Works have launched a new VR-based multiplayer attraction
Fury will be marketed as the world’s first unattended, two-player VR esports attraction
The attraction made its debut at the IAAPA Expo 2021 in Orlando
The launch of Fury is part of a larger partnership deal between VRstudios and Creative Works
VRstudios and Creative Works have launched a new VR-based multiplayer attraction.
Described as the world’s first unattended, two-player VR esports attraction, Fury has been designed to deliver physically active experiences in a small footprint.
The VR gameplay options include “Hoops Madness,” which utilises real-world physics to deliver a VR basketball experience with authentic shooting and ball-handling.
Fury made its debut at the IAAPA Expo in Orlando this week (16-19 November).
Kevin Vitale, CEO and chair of VRstudios, said: “With Fury, we're making it easy for location-based entertainment operators to bring in a money-making, high-throughput attraction that combines the immersion of virtual reality gaming with the community building, events and competition.
“Creative Works’ experience with esports and impressive track record of promoting innovative VR attractions makes them a great partner for us.”
The launch of Fury is part of a larger partnership deal between VRstudios, creator of free-roam multiplayer VR attractions and Creative Works, a turnkey attraction developer.
Under the partnership, Creative Works has become an authorised distributor in North America for VRstudios’ products.
The two companies also plan to collaborate on future products for the visitor attractions market, leveraging VRstudios’ technology and products and Creative Works’ fabrication, distribution, and service capabilities.


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WILSON COUNTY, TN - Visitors to the Wilson County – Tennessee State Fair are in for some new experiences this year. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) is announcing the “Pick Tennessee Products Experience” that highlights the importance of agriculture and products made by Tennessee farmers and foresters.
"The new Pick Tennessee Products exhibit is sure to be a hit with all fairgoers,” Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, D.V.M. said. “We want them to understand and experience the vital role that agriculture and forestry play in our way of life and in our state's economy. TDA’s new exhibit and activities showcase the hard work of our farmers and foresters in a tangible way.”
Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about Tennessee’s various crops, livestock, and wood products as well as the history and evolution of agriculture in the state. The exhibit features interactive displays and demonstrations on topics such as cooking, forestry, floral arrangement, insects, and sheep shearing.
The highlight of the Pick Tennessee Products Experience is the Pick Tennessee Products store. Tennessee-made jams, cheeses, chocolates, popcorn, ice cream, sauces, teas, knitted wool products, hardwood cutting boards, and soaps are among the products available for purchase at the fair.
Youngsters are in for a treat with an educational and fun activity created just for them. The Kid’s Ag Scavenger Hunt is designed to give youth a comprehensive look at highlights from Tennessee’s agriculture industry as they collect a stamp at each stop on the map.
It’s not just kids who have added adventures this year. Adults will love the Agricultural Passport that takes them across the fairgrounds on a tour of Tennessee commodities. When all passport or scavenger hunt stamps are collected, fairgoers should head to the Pick Tennessee Products store where they will receive a free prize and a $5 discount on purchases of $20 or more.
The Wilson County - Tennessee State Fair runs from Aug. 17 – 26, 2023 at the James E. Ward Agricultural Center in Lebanon, Tenn.


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Google, now allowing trademarked terms to be bidded upon in their Google AdWords, has opened the door for international lawsuits by companies who fall “victim” to Google letting other advertisers buy search keyword advertising which is served when users search for the trademarked company name or products. Similar to France, where Google’s use of registered trademarks as AdWord was taken to court by Luis Vuitton, the internet travel agency “Bourse des Vols” and the AXA insurance group as well as by the American Blind & Wallpaper Factory in the United States, the marketing strategy of Google Ad Words will now be legally verified in Germany.
metaspinner media GmbH already obtained a preliminary injunction against Google at Hamburg district court, but Google refused to accept this injunction as a final regulation. Google rather continued to use the trademark “Preispiraten” against the preliminary injunction. In doing so, Google actually published ads for direct competitors concerning metaspinner media’s product “www.metaspinner.de” as well as the company’s free price comparison software “Preispiraten” which can be downloaded at “www.preispiraten.de” and allows an easy and speedy comparison of prices in several online-auctioneers with those of more than 600 online shops.
This is the reason that causes metaspinner media to protest. “It shouldn’t be possible that the company’s considerable expenditures to build up the brand ‘Preispiraten’ are exploited and siphoned off by advertising third parties and particularly by Google,” says metaspinner media’s attorney Stefan Maas. Third parties are using a high ranking concerning the trademarks used as AdWords, and on the other hand Google itself draws profit from these AdWords. So the benefits of both parties are based exclusively on the accomplishments of the trademark owner.
To prevent further infringements of rights and to sustain the preliminary injunction metaspinner media’s law office maas_rechtsanwaelte brought suit at Hamburg district court.
This will lead to the presumably first legal proceedings in Germany, where trademark and competition rights will face Google’s extraordinary lucrative marketing strategy. “Especially concerning its announced IPO, Google should clarify the legal foundation of its AdWord system,” says Christoph Berndt, CEO of metaspinner media GmbH. The court will have to clarify whether Google is justified to use registered trademarks and names for its own advertising and marketing purposes without authorization.


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Lyft enters the scooter race by launching in Denver
Lyft enters the scooter race by launching in Denver.
Ride share company Lyft is entering the scooter arms race, marked by launching its scooter rental program in Denver on Thursday.
The company, which tries to differentiate itself from its competitors by stressing sustainability and social justice issues, is launching its two-wheeled vehicles later than its competitors. Early entrants into the scooter market moved stealthily into markets like San Francisco and Santa Monica, often before municipalities could craft regulation. As a result, cities like San Francisco responded with a ban, while making companies apply for permits for a pilot program.
This was not lost on Lyft.
"We’ve obviously taken time to look at what works well what doesn’t work so well," Caroline Samponaro, Lyft's Head of Bike, Scooter & Pedestrian Policy told ABC News. "We were looking for ways that Lyft could add value. We’re not just thinking about bikes and scooters, we're thinking about how to make multi-modal trips more possible for most people."
Multi-modal trips involve more than one kind of transportation.
"People think, 'If I ride a bike to work I have to ride a bike home,'" Samponaro said. "We can help piece together commutes in new ways. Forty percent of car trips in the U.S. are less than two miles. If we want to decrease congestion, bikes and scooters become amazing tools."
Denver was an ideal launch city because of its buses and light rail system already available as public transit, Samponaro said. Riders of either of those systems can get a discount on scooter and bike shares.
Lyft co-founders John Zimmer and Logan Green detailed their ambitions in a Medium post on July 16, stressing transportation equity and sustainability.
"Lyft Bikes and Scooters will be our most affordable transportation options, and will extend mobility to communities that have historically been underserved," the founders wrote in their post.
In addition to distributing scooters to such neighborhoods, Lyft personnel will collect and redistribute the scooters to communities more in need of transport options, Samponaro said. Although Denver does not have a helmet law, the company will give some away for free at the Lyft Hub at 1401 Zuni Street starting on Sept. 7 on Wednesdays and Fridays.
To rent a scooter through the Lyft app, you have to be 18. You scan your drivers license, and are charged a $1 unlock fee and then 15 cents per minute for a rental period for up to 30 minutes.
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Leaks hint at Pokémon GO and Starbucks collab
Leaked images from a hub for Starbucks employees suggests that a big Pokémon GO event with the coffee giant could begin this very week. The images appeared on Reddit and hint at some exciting new things to come for Niantic's smash hit game.
The event coincides with a potential Pokémon GO update on Thursday. Many suspect that this latest change to the game will finally introduce Generation II Pokémon -- the beasts that were originally catchable in Pokémon Gold and Silver. The leaked image states, "The world of Pokémon GO is about to expand with new Pokémon and a new Starbucks beverage!"
Many Starbucks locations are expected to transform into Pokécenters and gyms, and an exclusive Pokémon GO Frappucino will be available for purchase for thirsty trainers. Starbucks is prepping for an increase in traffic to many of their stores. The employee memo notes that Starbucks baristas should familiarize themselves with the beverage, practice making it, and try it themselves before the event goes live on December 8.
While we can't say for sure if new Pokémon will be roaming around Starbucks locations this Thursday, it does look like Niantic and Starbucks have something exciting up their sleeves, and it could be as good a time as any to take a walk to your local store.


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Volkswagen Group has acquired 90 % of Ferrari N.V. for a sum of of $13 billion after buying out private shareholders and Exor N.V. Piero Ferrari will still retain his 10% in the company which faces major restructuring in coming weeks.
Speaking to GTspirit, VW’s Chairman of the Board of Management, Matthias Müller said that the deal comes after months of negotiating with Sergio Marchionne who has since resigned from his post as Chairman and CEO of Ferrari. Muller has been trying to get hold of Marchionne since February but the Ferrari CEO has foiled all efforts.
“The discussion to buy out Ferrari has been ongoing ever since the company separated from Fiat S.p.A in 2015,” said Muller. When asked if Marchionne was part of the deal, “Marchionne has proved very hard to deal with, i have no problem working with him, there is a post awaiting him at VW offices and we could use his knowledge to take VW Group to a new level,” he added.
Ferrari has just launched the 812 Superfast which is said to be the last N/A V12 from the Italian car maker. But that could change as VW wishes to keep the image of the prancing horse intact, including the N/A engines for another decade.
Full details of this report can be found on the Volkswagen site here.


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The charity Only Watch raises money for the research and development of treatment against neuromuscular diseases, particularly Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Their activities have been organized around a biannual event since 2005. Unique timepieces that are specially developed by Fine Watchmaking brands including Hublot since its creation, are the subject of a worldwide exhibition from Monaco to Dubai, Paris, London, New York, Tokyo, Singapore, Hong Kong and Taipei, before being sold at an auction led by Christie’s, in Geneva. The proceeds from the sales are entirely donated to the charity’s research.
“A huge THANK YOU to Hublot and all those who have said YES to Only Watch since its creation in 2005. This human adventure is a demonstration of the generosity and trust which allows the work to be supported by dozens of scientists across the world and has now led to a decisive phase, which is clinical trials in patients.”


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Bandai Namco’s Digimon Survive, which has experienced numerous delays, has finally been given its western release date as well. Its Japanese launch was recently announced as well, and it’s now been confirmed that the western release is just a day later, on July 29.
The news was announced by the producer of Digimon Survive, Kazumasu Habu, through a video where he apologized for the game’s delays and confirmed that the development team is planning to share more news on the game soon.
Announced in 2018, Digimon Survive celebrates the Digimon anime’s 25th anniversary, and focuses on the journey of Takuma Momozuka as he gets transported to a mysterious world full of monsters and danger. The game is a tactical RPG with a focus on storytelling and turn-based battles, with players controlling Takuma and Agumon through their journey.
Digimon Survive will launch on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.


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News articles about Tilly's (NYSE:TLYS) have trended somewhat negative on Saturday, according to AlphaOne Sentiment Analysis. AlphaOne, a unit of Accern, rates the sentiment of news coverage by reviewing more than 20 million news and blog sources in real time. AlphaOne ranks coverage of public companies on a scale of negative one to positive one, with scores nearest to one being the most favorable. Tilly's earned a daily sentiment score of 0.00 on AlphaOne’s scale. AlphaOne also gave news coverage about the specialty retailer an impact score of 60 out of 100, meaning that recent news coverage is somewhat likely to have an impact on the stock’s share price in the near future.
TLYS has been the topic of several research analyst reports. B. Riley reaffirmed a “buy” rating and issued a $13.50 price target on shares of Tilly's in a research report on Tuesday, March 14th. Roth Capital set a $15.00 target price on Tilly's and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research report on Tuesday, January 31st. Zacks Investment Research raised Tilly's from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Saturday, April 15th. Finally, Mizuho cut their price target on shares of Tilly's from $12.00 to $10.00 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a research note on Tuesday, March 14th. Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and two have given a buy rating to the company. Tilly's has an average rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $11.50.
Tilly's (NYSE:TLYS) opened at 8.56 on Friday. Tilly's has a 1-year low of $5.49 and a 1-year high of $15.29. The stock has a 50 day moving average of $9.07 and a 200-day moving average of $10.97. The company has a market cap of $246.21 million, a PE ratio of 21.40 and a beta of -0.41.
Tilly's (NYSE:TLYS) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Monday, March 13th. The specialty retailer reported $0.22 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters’ consensus estimate of $0.21 by $0.01. The firm had revenue of $160.22 million for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $159.62 million. Tilly's had a net margin of 1.41% and a return on equity of 5.17%. The business’s quarterly revenue was up .7% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.21 EPS. On average, equities research analysts predict that Tilly's will post $0.34 earnings per share for the current year.
In related news, major shareholder Tilly Levine sold 20,000 shares of Tilly's stock in a transaction on Tuesday, February 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $10.98, for a total value of $219,600.00. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, insider Hezy Shaked sold 10,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, April 18th. The shares were sold at an average price of $8.43, for a total transaction of $84,300.00. The disclosure for this sale can be found here. In the last quarter, insiders sold 235,000 shares of company stock worth $2,267,600. 53.41% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.
Tilly's Company Profile
Tilly’s, Inc is a destination specialty retailer of casual apparel, footwear and accessories for young men, young women, boys and girls. The Company offers an unparalleled selection of relevant brands, styles, colors, sizes and price points. The Company’s apparel merchandise includes branded, fashion and styles for tops, outerwear, bottoms and dresses.
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We keep hearing that the housing market is making a recovery, but the proof is in the pudding, right?
Take a look at these statistics, and you'll agree that the market is headed in the right direction:
- The Federal Housing Finance Agency says the national average home price will increase 5% this year.
- Experts estimate that nearly 5 million existing homes will be sold in 2013, which would be 7.5% more than last year.
- New home sales are expected to be 36% higher this year, when compared to 2012.
So, for just the second time since 2005, building permits and starts, sales of new and existing homes, and overall home prices are all likely to rise this year. The housing market has been struggling ever since it collapsed in 2008, so what factors have contributed to the turnaround?
1. Fewer distressed properties
During the peak of the housing bubble, many Americans who could not afford to purchase a home received mortgage approval and bought one anyway. Lenders got greedy, and it backfired. Millions of homeowners lost their properties to foreclosure, and banks were left with vacant homes that they could not sell for even a fraction of the home's worth. The result was a housing market that was flooded with distressed properties. The only buyers interested in purchasing those homes were investors and do-it-yourselfers looking for a steal of a deal. The excess of homes meant there were more properties for sale than there were people interested in buying them, which caused home prices to plummet. Last year, 1 out of every 3 sales was either a foreclosure or a short sale. In 2013, distressed sales should only account for 1 in 5 home sales.
2. Lack of inventory
These days, there are more buyers interested in purchasing a home then there are properties for sale. At the current sales rate, it would only take 4.2 months for all of the homes currently listed across the nation to sell. Inventory hasn't been this low since April 2005. That lack of inventory has driven home prices higher, and many buyers are being forced to outbid their competitors to get a home. After the housing market collapsed, many homeowners found themselves owing more on their mortgage than the home was worth. These “underwater borrowers” are financially unable to sell their homes. So, fewer homeowners are listing their homes for sale now than in years past, and the market is no longer flooded with distressed properties – meaning we’re seeing a seller’s market.
3. More new home starts
While buyers may not like bidding wars, a lack of inventory is good news for home builders. Across the nation, builders who specialize in new home construction have noticed an increased demand, so they are breaking ground on new homes as quickly as possible. Experts estimate 500,000 new homes will be built this year, and that helps the housing market multiple ways. First, it creates more inventory, so more buyers will be able to find something within their price range. Second, it increases the workload for everyone involved in building a home – like the builders, the architects, the appliance makers, the furniture stores, the carpet manufacturers, and the landscapers.
4. Increased consumer confidence
When you add up all of the benefits of the three reasons listed above, the end result is increased consumer confidence. As the economy recovers, more Americans begin to have job security. For homeowners who are behind in their payments, the financial stability allows them to catch up and avoid foreclosure. For consumers who were already stable with their finances, they’re now more likely to make a large purchase, like a new home. Since inventory is low, home prices will continue to rise, and may get high enough that some underwater borrowers who previously couldn't list their home can now afford to sell it. In the meantime, new home sales will increase (and create more jobs in the industries we mentioned above).
A full housing recovery is still a long way away, but if current trends continue, the end is at least in sight!
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San Jose, Calif. -- VeriFone Systems announced Thursday that outdoor retailer Eastern Mountain Sports has successfully piloted the VeriFone GlobalBay iPad solution in four stores and is readying a 2012 rollout.
The VeriFone GlobalBay platform is a software-as-a-service offering that enables a suite of next-generation mobile retail software for retailer-to-consumer interaction and leverages retailers' existing POS, e-commerce and store systems.
"The VeriFone GlobalBay App is central to our continued efforts to provide the best customer experience in the industry," said Will Manzer, CEO, EMS. "This solution provides us with the flexibility to deliver the right product and activity content where it's needed – while working with customers."
The VeriFone GlobalBay Retailing App for iPad offers configurable features and improves the interaction between store associate and consumer while enhancing the overall in-store selling experience.


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The South Korean giant is one of the first chipmakers to use AI to create its chips. Samsung is using AI features in new software from Synopsys, a leading chip design software firm used by many companies. “What you’re seeing here is the first of a real commercial processor design with AI,” says Aart de Geus, the chairman and co-CEO of Synopsys.
Others, including Google and Nvidia, have talked about designing chips with AI. But Synopsys’ tool, called DSO.ai, may prove the most far-reaching because Synopsys works with dozens of companies. The tool has the potential to accelerate semiconductor development and unlock novel chip designs, according to industry watchers.
Synopsys has another valuable asset for crafting AI-designed chips: years of cutting-edge semiconductor designs that can be used to train an AI algorithm.
A spokesperson for Samsung confirms that the company is using Synopsys AI software to design its Exynos chips, which are used in smartphones, including its own branded handsets, as well as other gadgets. Samsung unveiled its newest smartphone, a foldable device called the Galaxy Z Fold3, earlier this week. The company did not confirm whether the AI-designed chips have gone into production yet, or what products they may appear in.
Across the industry, AI appears to be changing the way chips are made.
A Google research paper published in June described using AI to arrange the components on the Tensor chips that it uses to train and run AI programs in its data centers. Google’s next smartphone, the Pixel 6, will feature a custom chip manufactured by Samsung. A Google spokesperson declined to say whether AI helped design the smartphone chip.
Chipmakers including Nvidia and IBM are also dabbling in AI-driven chip design. Other makers of chip-design software, including Cadence, a competitor to Synopsys, are also developing AI tools to aid with mapping out the blueprints for a new chip.
Mike Demler, a senior analyst at the Linley Group who tracks chip design software, says artificial intelligence is well suited to arranging billions of transistors across a chip. “It lends itself to these problems that have gotten massively complex,” he says. “It will just become a standard part of the computational tool kit.”
Using AI tends to be expensive, Demler says, because it requires a lot of cloud computing power to train a powerful algorithm. But he expects it to become more accessible as the cost of computing drops and models become more efficient. He adds that many tasks involved in chip design cannot be automated, so expert designers are still needed.
Modern microprocessors are incredibly complex, featuring multiple components that need to be combined effectively. Sketching out a new chip design normally requires weeks of painstaking effort as well as decades of experience. The best chip designers employ an instinctive understanding of how different decisions will affect each step of the design process. That understanding cannot easily be written into computer code, but some of the same skill can be captured using machine learning.
The AI approach used by Synopsys, as well as by Google, Nvidia, and IBM, uses a machine-learning technique called reinforcement learning to work out the design of a chip. Reinforcement learning involves training an algorithm to perform a task through reward or punishment, and it has proven an effective way of capturing subtle and hard-to-codify human judgment.
The method can automatically draw up the basics of a design, including the placement of components and how to wire them together, by trying different designs in simulation and learning which ones produce the best results. This can speed the process of designing a chip and allow an engineer to experiment with novel designs more efficiently. In a June blog post, Synopsys said one North American manufacturer of integrated circuits had improved the performance of a chip by 15 percent using the software.
Most famously, reinforcement learning was used by DeepMind, a Google subsidiary, in 2016 to develop AlphaGo, a program capable of mastering the board game Go well enough to defeat a world-class Go player.


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Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) was up 0.19% to Rs 531.05 after the company announced auto sales figures for November 2019 on Sunday, 1 December 2019.
The scrip fluctuated between gains and losses as it traded in the range of Rs 523.95 and Rs 533 so far during the day.
M&M said its overall automotive sales (domestic+exports) stood at 41,235 vehicles in November 2019, compared to 45,101 vehicles during November 2018, down by 9% on a year-on-year basis.
Total domestic sales fell 7% to 38,614 units while the total exports slumped 26% to 2,621 units in November 2019 over November 2018.
M&M's Farm Equipment Sector sold 21,032 units during November 2019, down by 19% from 25,949 units in November 2018.
Domestic tractor sales in November 2019 were down 18.86% to 20,414 units, as against 25,159 units during November 2018. Exports for the month shrunk 21.72% to 618 units in November 2019 from 790 units November 2018.
Commenting on the performance, Veejay Ram Nakra, chief of sales and marketing, Automotive division, M&M said, "The month post festive season is historically a lean month for the automotive industry. Consumer demand, especially for passenger vehicles, typically picks up in the year-end that is in December. Therefore, we expect December to pan out better for the automotive industry."
M&M's consolidated net profit fell 78.3% to Rs 348.14 crore on a 5.9% decline in net sales to Rs 23,935.93 crore in Q2 September 2019 over Q2 September 2018.
M&M operates in automotive segment comprising of sales of automobiles, farm equipment and sale of spare parts.
On the technical front, the stock's RSI (relative strength index) stood at 30.14, indicating weakness in the stock. The RSI oscillates between zero and 100. Traditionally the RSI is considered overbought when above 70 and oversold when below 30.
The stock was trading below its 50-day moving average (DMA) placed at Rs 568.12 and also its 200-day moving average (DMA) placed at Rs 608.80.
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What you need to know
- Twitter has fired two executives and placed a freeze on non-essential hiring.
- CEO Parag Agrawal fired the two executives amid expectations that they too will leave the company when Elon Musk's buyout is completed.
Twitter has today fired two executives amid a shakeup that will also see the company place a freeze on hiring amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding the potential buyout by Tesla CEO Elon Musk.
The news started to be made public after product lead Kayvon Beykpour announced on Twitter that he had "been asked to leave" by current Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal. That's the same Agrawal that Musk has already made noises about replacing if and when his buyout is completed. Beykpour was on paternity leave at the time of the firing.
The truth is that this isn’t how and when I imagined leaving Twitter, and this wasn’t my decision. Parag asked me to leave after letting me know that he wants to take the team in a different direction.The truth is that this isn’t how and when I imagined leaving Twitter, and this wasn’t my decision. Parag asked me to leave after letting me know that he wants to take the team in a different direction.— Kayvon Beykpour (@kayvz) May 12, 2022May 12, 2022
Next, The Verge reported that Bruce Falck, general manager of revenue and the person inc charge of product in terms of business users, was also fired by the CEO. Falck confirmed the firing in a tweet that has now been deleted.
The Verge has since gotten hold of a note Agrawal sent to Twitter employees, confirming the firings while also suggesting that it was because goals had "hit intermediate milestones that enable confidence" in the company's ability to meet them.
A Twitter Spokesperson has also confirmed that Twitter has placed a freeze on hiring unless a role is deemed to be critical.
Twitter is currently in the middle of a sale to Tesla's Musk, with a total of $44 billion set to change hands — assuming the deal is completed. If it is, it's expected that Agrawal will no longer stay in place while talk of Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey's return could yet turn out to be on the money.
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