Privacy advocates and conscientious citizens are advised to provide comments “on whether a codified no-blocking rule is needed to protect such freedoms.” On Thursday, FCC Chairman Ajit Pai released a 58-page draft document that details the reversal of the landmark… Read More ›
HR & Organization
Boeing petitions U.S. government to launch anti-dumping probe against Bombardier
The move underscores the ferocity of the competition in the booming airlines industry. On Thursday, Boeing asked the U.S. Commerce Department to investigate into alleged unfair pricing and subsidies received by Canadian airplane manufacturer Bombardier, thus adding to the growing… Read More ›
Apple likely to launch money transfer service later this year
Once this kicks in, the usage of Apple could see a significant jump. Recode has reported citing sources familiar with the talks, Apple has held talks with payments industry partners on launching a money-transfer service which will allow its flagship… Read More ›
Transitory regulatory framework required: ABPI
The British industry is hoping to closely coordinate and work with the European agencies to retain their edge. However unless they can work up a miracle and secure passporting rights, access to the bloc’s single market will be elusive. Pharmaceutical… Read More ›
Trump Administration launches probe into dumping of cheap aluminum imports citing national security concerns
The probe has the potential to impact China’s economy. No wonder they are concerned at the development. In a significant development with broad implications, the U.S. Commerce Department has launched an investigation to determine whether China and other countries are… Read More ›
Exxon fined $19.95 million for Texas refinery pollution
Exxon is mulling its legal options. U.S. District Court Judge David Hittner has ruled that ExxonMobil Corp will have to pay $19.95 million as a penalty for pollution released from its Baytown, Texas, refining and chemical plant complexes between 2005… Read More ›
One of Europe’s strongest economies still prefer the safety of cash
While many European, American and Australian respondents of the Ipsos survey conducted on behalf of ING bank website eZonomics prefer going cashless, the survey shows that Germany has recognised the dangers of slipping into a cashless society, despite its lucrative… Read More ›
Toshiba considering second-tier accounting firms as it auditor, to replace PwC Arata
Within less than a year Toshiba has had a turnover of 2 auditors. Japan’s business daily, the Nikkei has reported that Toshiba Corp will be replacing its auditor PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Arata. The development comes in the wake of Toshiba struggling… Read More ›
The Trump administration likely to protect semiconductor, ship building and aluminum industries citing national security concerns
The Trump administration is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that American business interests are protected from those trying to exploit loopholes and weaknesses in existing treaties. Wilbur Ross, the U.S. Commerce Secretary has told the Wall Street Journal that… Read More ›
Top officials from the ‘Five Eyes’ network meet in New Zealand
The annual gathering of Intelligence officials from Britain, U.S. New Zealand, Canada and Australia come in the wake of North Korea upping its noise levels in the Asia-Pacific region. In a momentous development the results of which will no doubt… Read More ›