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Encyclopaedia Britannicas Transformation SCOTT BERINATO: Welcome to the HBR IdeaCast. I’m Scott Berinato. I’m joined today by Jorge Cauz, president of the Encyclopaedia Britannica Company. It was one year ago that Jorge and his executive staff made the momentous decision to cease publishing the printed set of the Encyclopaedia Britannica, a 244-year-old product.
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WorkIndiaUS elections: Kamala Harris launches scathing attack against 'unhinged' Trump over alleged Hitler remark - Times of IndiaAt TOI World Desk, our dedicated team of seasoned journalists and passionate writers tirelessly sifts through the vast tapestry of global events to bring you the latest news and diverse perspectives round the clock. With an unwavering commitment to accuracy, depth, and timeliness, we strive to keep you informed about the ever-evolving world, delivering a nuanced understanding of international affairs to our readers. Join us on a journey across continents as we unravel the stories that shape our interconnected world.Read More
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WorkWork WorkWorkWorkHow much fun can you take at your work conference? - WSJ PHOENIX—The conference at the 950-room JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort in early October had everything hotel industry folks could want: Panels with the CEOs of Marriott, Motel 6 and Wyndham. Outlooks on the economy, room rates and travel trends. WorkWorkAmerican Airlines just got fined $50 million for mistreating passengers with wheelchairsUnder the penalty, American will have to pay a $25 million fine to the Treasury, as well as a $25 million credit toward investments in equipment to curb incidents of wheelchair damage, investments in a systemwide wheelchair tagging system to reduce wheelchair delay, the deployment of a hub control center to coordinate wheelchair handling, and compensation for affected passengers during the investigation period. WorkWorkWorkTesla's Third Quarter Earnings Report Robust Profit IncreaseTesla, which is led by Elon Musk, accounts for almost half the electric cars sold in the United States and is a bellwether for electric car demand. Battery-powered vehicles, which have no tailpipe emissions, are considered critical to fighting climate change. WorkWorkWorkChina May Chafe as North Korea Sends Soldiers to Fight UkraineNorth Korea’s provocative behavior has already contributed to a trilateral security alliance between the United States, Japan and South Korea signed at Camp David last year. The pact, which China has likened to an Asian NATO, has added to Beijing’s feeling that it is being constrained and encircled by the United States and its allies. WorkWorkWorkWatch CFPB Director Rohit Chopra speak at DC Fintech WeekThe CFPB's new rule garnered mixed reviews from trade groups. The American Bankers Association raised concerns around data security, while the Financial Technology Association â whose members include Plaid and PayPal â said the regulation "will increase competition, improve consumers' choices, and drive momentum for future innovations that benefit customers." WorkPutin calls for alternative international payment system at Brics summitAgathe Demarais, a sanctions specialist at the European Council of Foreign Relations, said: “At this stage it is hard to imagine a widespread development and adoption of Brics financial tools globally. The US dollar’s domination of the global currency landscape is entrenched, both for trade transactions and foreign exchange reserves; more than 80% of global trade transactions are invoiced in US dollars, which also accounts for nearly 60% of central banks reserves. WorkWorkWorkExclusive: Flock Safety paid over $300 million for 17-month-old drone startup AerodomeGarrett Langley, founder and CEO of Flock Safety, said the expansion into drones is a no-brainer. “Anyone who’s seen a drone-as-first-responder program in action knows that this technology will play a central role in the future of public safety,” he said in a company blog post. “No other technology helps law enforcement officers get eyes on the scene faster than a drone.” WorkDuckDuckGo will be making more early-stage investments in privacy-focused startups | TechCrunch“This is the first time we’ve talked about our investments and the overall strategy around it directly,” the spokesperson continued. “We wanted to make this announcement to formalize this work that has been happening behind the scenes for a while, and signal to startups, potential partners, and the larger tech community that our door is open to anyone who wants to work with us on a more private Internet.” WorkDisrupt 2024 full Side Events schedule | TechCrunchDescription: Explore the intersection of technology, art, and innovation with industry leaders. Meet our panel of experts in design thinking, food engineering, space tech, sustainable materials, museum tech, AI, and more. WorkDisrupt 2024 full Breakout Session agenda | TechCrunchThe only way to join these first come, first served Breakout Sessions is by registering for Disrupt 2024. Any pass grants you full access to these sessions. Register today and save up to $400 before prices rise at the door or get the Expo+ 2-for-1 Pass. Lock in your discounted ticket here. WorkWorkWiz hopes to hit $1B in ARR in 2025 before an IPO, after turning down Google's $23B | TechCrunchShould Wiz achieve the $1 billion ARR number before attempting an IPO — and if its underlying financials are strong and indicate more potential growth — it could indeed have a record-breaking public debut. Back in 2020 Snowflake broke records for its IPO as the biggest software IPO ever, when shares closed the day at a $70 billion market cap. This was on fast-growing revenues of $265 million and a net loss of $348 million. Snowflake investors haven’t maintained that exuberance, but the company is still trading at around a $39 billion market cap. WorkDisrupt 2024 full Roundtable Session agenda | TechCrunchThe only way to participate in these exclusive Roundtable Sessions is by registering for Disrupt 2024. Any pass, except the Expo+ Pass, grants you full access to these sessions. Register today and save up to $400 before prices rise at the door. Lock in your discounted ticket here. WorkWorkWorkSurge in Treasury 'Term Premium' Warns of Rising Bond Risks(Bloomberg) -- The US Treasury market, already mired in one of its worst losing stretches of the year, is flashing a fresh warning sign of mounting risks as yields surge.Most Read from BloombergClimate Change Is Killing Buildings in Slow MotionOman Sees an Urban Future Distinct From Dubai and Abu DhabiTransportation Policy Gets Left Behind in Presidential RaceHow Kyiv Became a Leader in Digital Services Amid Wartime StrainDhaka's Revolutionary Makeover Pits Visions of Peace Against VengeanceThe WorkHow the Biden administration botched Americas sanctions against Iran - The Economist A fortnight ago Iran aimed more than 180 ballistic missiles at Israel. Now Israel will respond, and the world is holding its breath. What it does next, and how Iran reacts, will determine whether the Middle East is engulfed by all-out conflict. For America the question is how to encourage restraint from Israel, limit escalation, curb Iran’s baleful influence and deter it from choosing to build a nuclear weapon. Unfortunately, as our investigation this week shows, the Biden administration has undermined one of America’s main tools. WorkLawsuit blames Character.AI in death of 14-year-old boy | TechCrunchAccording to The New York Times, Sewell Setzer III, a ninth grader from Orlando, spent months talking to chatbots on Character.AI’s AI role-playing app. Setzer developed an emotional attachment to one bot in particular, “Dany,” which he texted constantly — to the point where he began to pull away from the real world. WorkMan Charged in Attempted Trump Assassination Seeks Judge's Recusal“In the mind of the public, that Mr. Trump appointed your honor may add to the appearance of partiality given that he has publicly praised your honor for rulings in his earlier case,” the lawyers told Judge Cannon. “And were Mr. Trump to become president again, he would have authority to elevate your honor to a federal appellate court (including the U.S. Supreme Court) or to high-ranking positions in the executive branch.” WorkIn a Tight Presidential Race, Omaha Is Basking in Its Political Relevance“There are too many people across the United States who feel like their vote, their voice doesn’t matter,” said Ruth Huebner-Brown, who along with her husband was spray-painting blue dots on white yard signs in their driveway on Saturday and ferrying stacks of them to arriving cars. “And honestly, there’s some truth to that if you live in a completely red or completely blue state.” WorkAmerican Airlines is cracking down on flyers who cut the boarding line“We are in the early phase of testing new technology used during the boarding process, designed to make sure customers receive priority boarding with ease and helps the boarding experience by providing greater visibility,” an American Airlines (AAL-0.89%) spokesperson told Quartz. WorkMcDonald's stock gets a downgrade because the E. coli outbreak is a 'significant' threatIn a recent video posted to YouTube (GOOGL-1.44%), McDonald’s U.S. president Joe Erlinger stated that “most menu items are not affected” by the outbreak, highlighting that popular options like the Cheeseburger, Big Mac, and McDouble as safe to eat. The company is working with health officials and has temporarily halted the use of fresh slivered onions and quarter pound beef patties used in the Quarter Pounders during the investigation. TradeBriefs Publications are read by over 100,000 Industry Executives About Us | Advertise | Privacy PolicyUnsubscribe (one-click) You are receiving this mail because of your subscription with TradeBriefs.
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