Lesser-Known Technology Jobs With Growing Salaries
In today’s talent market, having cutting-edge technical skills and/or a CS degree is potentially a ticket to a lucrative career in programming, software development or engineering. But what if you’d rather do something different? Will you have to give up the opportunity to make big bucks? Not necessarily. Here are some examples of lesser-known tech […]
Why JLL Acquired an IBM-Powered Real Estate Technology Services Firm
Last week we reported on a much-overlooked acquisition by JLL of a digital building management consultant named ValuD. We felt that this was a significant move by JLL since ValuD was one of the largest providers of IBM technology. While no terms were disclosed the purchase of such a large consulting firm demonstrates that JLL […]
Technology to help Lahore tackle crime, terrorism
Project, the first phase of which was launched in January 2018, includes installing 8,000 cameras at nearly 1,700 important points Lahore: Lahore is working to be the safest city in Pakistan through its pioneering Security Safe City Project. An ambitious programme to tackle crime and terrorism, using state-of-the-art technology, has been rolled out by the […]
New technology turns glass bottles into sand, reduces waste
A machine developed in New Zealand is changing how a Nebraska business recycles PALMYRA, Neb. — Glacial Tills Vineyard & Winery, nestled in the rolling hills of Palmyra, Nebraska, goes through quite a bit of glass. The winery and cidery produces about 6,000 gallons of wine and 35,000 gallons of hard cider per year.With events […]
Foreclosed homes are appreciating faster than the typical U.S. home
Foreclosed homes aren’t as good a deal as they once were Homes that were foreclosed on during the recession are rising in value at a breakneck pace, much faster than the typical U.S. home. The median crisis-era foreclosed home increased 10.3% in value over the past year, versus just 6.5% for the median home overall […]
Costco shares tumble 5.5% after earnings but analysts see few causes for concern
Costco’s high-income, loyal customers and growing e-commerce business are providing insulation Costco Wholesale Corp. shares fell 5.5% on Friday after the company warned about internal controls on its financial reporting, but analysts say the warehouse retailer is insulated from most threats by its loyal customer base and other factors. Costco COST, -5.55% said it expects […]
Homeland Security says it has no reason to doubt spy-chip denials by Apple, Amazon
Companies strongly deny bombshell Bloomberg News report alleging Chinese spying The U.S. Department of Homeland Security said over the weekend it has “no reason to doubt” statements from Apple Inc., Amazon.com Inc.’s AWS and Super Micro Computer Inc. and others denying that some of their servers were compromised by Chinese spy chips. “The Department of […]
So how many people actually pay America’s estate tax?
A new report alleges that the Trump family dodged taxes on Fred Trump’s estate President Trump’s family may have had a very complicated way of processing estate taxes over the years. But very few families actually are taxed on their estates. The state of New York on Tuesday launched an investigation into President Donald Trump […]
French Connection says it could be sold
Struggling fashion chain French Connection has confirmed speculation that it may be up for sale. It issued a statement on Monday saying it is “currently reviewing all strategic options… which include the potential sale of the company”. It adds, though, there is no certainty an offer will be made for the company. Sports Direct and […]
UK economy is ‘stuck in a rut’ says business body
The UK economy is “stuck in a rut” because of uncertainty over Brexit and weaker confidence, according to a group representing British businesses. In a survey, the British Chambers of Commerce found that firms in the services sector, which represents 76% of UK GDP, had “given up” hiring staff. It also said that the UK […]