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Trading At Noon: Banks And Tech On The Radar
October 17, 2012 1:42 pm | by Reuters | VideosReuters' Lisa Bernhard and Ernest Scheyder take a look at unexpected earnings from Bank of America as Citigroup post-Pandit looks positive, and a 'big deal' in the chip space as chip makers look to be on the cutting edge, especially as consumers get more and more into mobile devices.
Apple Vs. Google Is "Defining Fight"
October 16, 2012 2:20 pm | by Reuters | VideosThere are four tech titans, according to Google Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt—Google, Apple, Amazon, and Facebook. The biggest battle of the information age right now is between Apple and Google, and they are locked in a ''defining'' battle as two of the dominant players in the technology industry, Schmidt says.
The Future Of Rechargeable Batteries
October 15, 2012 1:59 pm | by CNN Money | VideosLithium ion batteries are in everything from smartphones to laptops to electric cars, and the biggest complaint about these batteries is that they just don't last long enough. Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory are developing car and smartphone batteries that can hold 50 percent more energy.
Bugatti Veyron Vitesse: Fast. Expensive.
October 12, 2012 1:56 pm | by CNN Money | VideosHere's a car you're not going to see very often—the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse. More than just a special edition of the Veyron Grand Sport, this Bugatti souped-up this super car with 16 cylinders and 1,200 horsepower. And for $2.5 million, you get what you pay for.
Fiscal Cliff Could Lead To Global Recession
October 11, 2012 12:35 pm | by CNN Money | VideosIMF chief economist Olivier Blanchard says a recession is unlikely unless lawmakers don't act soon and the United States plunges off the fiscal cliff. Blanchard lays out the whole scenario in this brief, yet informative, CNN Money video.
"Magic" Carpet A Hi-Tech Safety Net For Elderly Care
October 10, 2012 4:43 pm | by Reuters | VideosScientists at the University of Manchester have developed a prototype carpet containing plastic optical fibers which can detect the pressure exerted by someone when they fall or change their gait while walking. The carpet is connected to a computer system and is designed for use in assisted living facilities where fall-related injuries are common.
Mind-Controlled Aircraft No Longer Unthinkable
October 10, 2012 4:42 pm | by Reuters | VideosComputer scientists at Zhejiang University in China have developed a way to fly a drone with the power of their thoughts. The team says their technology will eventually allow people with disabilities to operate machines and live more independent lives.
Three Ways To (Usefully) Lose Control Of Your Brand
October 10, 2012 4:40 pm | by Ted | VideosThe days are past (if they ever existed) when a person, company, or brand could tightly control their reputation. Tim Leberecht offers three big ideas about accepting that loss of control, even designing for it—and using it as an impetus to recommit to your values.
Futuristic Gizmos Show Japan Hasn't Lost Its Tech Edge
October 10, 2012 4:38 pm | by Reuters | VideosGadgets galore—many uniquely Japanese—were on display at the busy CEATEC fair, the largest electronics exhibition in Asia, just outside Tokyo. Reuters' Jon Gordon gets hands-on with the most intriguing of the bunch on display, including everything from the "weird" to the "wacky."
3XSQ: Alcoa Warns And Yum Profits
October 10, 2012 12:43 pm | by Reuters | VideosIn today's 3XSQ, take a look at an early read on U.S. earning season, which started with a warning from Alcoa, a profit turned for Yum! Brands, and plans to slash costs at Federal Express. And then check out Amazon's new Netflix-like video library, and how dinosaurs can come to life with a new "dino app."
Race To Save EADS-BAE Merger
October 9, 2012 12:27 pm | by Reuters | VideosWith the deadline fast approaching, the race is on to keep BAE's mega-merger with EADS from hitting the ground. A stand-off between European governments over state shareholdings threatens to destroy the deal between the UK arms firm and Airbus parent as plans are made to give both sides extra time.
Oracle: Big Data And How It Transforms Big Business
October 8, 2012 12:58 pm | by New York Times | VideosOracle sells more software to businesses than any other company in the world. The company's CEO, Mark Hurd, recently spoke to the New York Times about investing in big data, what it means for Oracle, and what it means for its customers.
GE CEO: U.S. Starved For Investment
October 5, 2012 1:41 pm | by CNN Money | VideosGE CEO Jeff Immelt says the U.S. economy is starved for investment and political deadlock in Washington is to blame. According to Immelt, there are critical decisions that need to be made in Washington to ensure that the U.S. engages in an investment-led recovery.
ECONOMY 2012: U.S. Manufacturing Not Dead
October 4, 2012 10:56 am | by Reuters | VideosManufacturing, and manufacturing jobs in particular, have come into focus with the presidential election. But will the sector become a major driver of the economy? Sappi Fine Paper CEO Mark Gardner says, despite the slow economic recovery, he is adding jobs to his company's payroll and expects growth in manufacturing businesses to pick up over the next 12 months.
What To Expect At PACK EXPO
October 3, 2012 4:52 pm | by packexpovideo | VideosPMMI's Marketing Manager, Christine Maple, explains the attendee highlights for 1.2 million square feet of exhibit space, featuring integrated processing-packaging solutions, breakthrough technology, on-site demonstrations, and revolutionary product launches, opening new possibilities for improved safety, security, sustainability, and cost savings.
