While a sweeping investigation by Portland officials has not resulted in any fines and/or penalties, a criminal investigation by the DoJ is still on. As per officials from the city of Portland, Oregon, a sweeping investigation into Uber Technologies Inc’s… Read More ›
Sustainability
As Hurricanes Hit U.S. Crop, Top Cotton Buyers Flock To India
After fierce storms in the United States, the biggest exporter of cotton, affected the size and quality of the crop, dealers in India said that the world’s top cotton buyers, all in Asia, are flocking to India to secure supplies…. Read More ›
Report Says Major Disruption From Digital Start-Ups Faced By Insurance Firms In Most Sectors
Due to the emergence of a number of insurance technology (insurtech) start-ups, according to a report, insurance firms are facing increasing competitive pressure on all fronts. The sector is being forced to rethink its model with the integration of technologies… Read More ›
In Bid To Keep Rural Elderly On The Move, Japan Trials Driverless Cars
A vehicle that residents have never before seen, a driverless shuttle bus, is now visible on the sleepy roads lining its rice fields of the Japanese town of Nishikata. In areas where elderly residents struggle with fewer bus and taxi… Read More ›
BlackRock rejigs its human resources to streamline revenue sources
The move introduces some fresh blood in its top management. According to an internal memo from BlackRock Inc, the world’s largest asset manager, it has reshuffled its top regional management and has placed new new leadership at the head of… Read More ›
Allergan Plc’s deal with a Native American tribe could potentially face scrutiny from U.S. Congress
In a huge blow to generic drug makers, Allergan Plc has transferred its parent rights to a Native American tribe, which is treated as a sovereign nation in U.S. law, in order to shield its patents from civil lawsuits. In… Read More ›
Britain to unconditionally commit to security cooperation within Europe
A document which details Britain’s future commitments, including security, with EU has been released by the British government. In a development of far reaching consequences, Britain has stated it was unconditionally committed to the security situation in Europe. These disclosures… Read More ›
Post Brexit custom checks could cost Britain north of $5.28 billion
A report prepared by the Institute underscores the needs for stability for British businesses and highlights potential pitfalls. As per the report of a think tank that was released on Monday, the introduction of post-Brexit customs checks could cost traders… Read More ›
In Indian Media Push, Amazon And Netflix Fight Each Other
Proof of a rising foreign presence in India’s fast-growing online entertainment business is the drama series Inside Edge, launched by Amazon to rave reviews in June. In the hope of capitalising on the explosive recent growth in smartphone penetration and… Read More ›
Candymaker Mars set to curb greenhouse gas emission across its supply chain
Many companies in the U.S. are moving ahead with plans to cut greenhouse gas emission and meet their individual climate change targets. As a means to achieve its green house gas emissions target and other sustainability issues, candy manufacturer Mars… Read More ›