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Eurasia Review 

Chinese E-Commerce Platforms Poised To Rival Amazon’s Empire – Analysis

By John Deighton and Leora Kornfeld

If Amazon is worried about competition from China, it only has itself to blame. In 2013, Amazon introduced its third-party marketplace platform to Chinese manufacturers. Unwittingly, it showed them what it takes to challenge Amazon itself.

As China’s economy grew after its opening in the late 1970s, so did its production capacity. But the United States saw no threat because there were periodic episodes of concern for the safety of Chinese-made products. Читать дальше...

Wardsauto.com 

New Corvette Stands at Pinnacle of Power

The ZR1 starts with the same architecture as Z06’s LT6, which GM claims is the most powerful naturally aspirated production V-8 ever, then adds twin turbochargers.

NBC4i.com 

Do vice-presidential picks matter to voters?

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Republican vice-presidential nominee JD Vance is holding solo rallies around the nation and presumptive Democratic nominee for president, Vice President Kamala Harris, has yet to name her running mate. But how much do those picks matter? “Historically, who the number two person is doesn't really much matter because most voters vote [...]

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Stock Radar: Pharma stocks back in focus! Sun Pharma likely to surpass April 2024 highs

Sun Pharma Ltd rose by over 17% since June 2024, hitting above Rs 1,300 levels. Experts suggest that if the momentum continues, the stock could reach Rs 1,700. Pharmaceutical stocks are gaining attention as safer defensive options amid a volatile market. Short-term traders are advised to consider it for potential gains.

Scoop 

Employers And Payroll Providers Ready For Tax Changes

New Zealand’s payroll providers have successfully prepared to ensure 3.5 million individuals will, from Wednesday next week, be able to keep more of what they earn each pay, says Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Revenue Minister Simon Watts.

Scoop 

Oyster Property Group Appoints Independent Director

Oyster Property Group has announced the appointment of Independent Director, Rachael Newsome, to its Board, further enhancing the firm’s risk management and governance capabilities.

Eurasia Review 

Satellite Oversight: Ensuring Europe’s Renewable Energy Security From Above – Analysis

By  Jack McGovan

Solar panels and wind turbines had to be shut down in Greece for a short period in May this year because the national electricity grid wasn’t able to absorb the amount of energy being produced.

For electronic engineer Effie Makri, this pointed to one of the main issues with the switch to renewable sources of energy.

‘As renewable energy sources are more widely adopted, renewable energy infrastructure shutting down is going to be more widespread,’ said Makri. Читать дальше...