Thursday, September 30, 2021 On September 23, 2021, the New York City Council passed six bills – a first-of-its-kind legislative package for workers in the odd-job economy – that seek to protect the city’s food delivery men. The bills, each of which amends New York City’s administrative code, have been sent to Mayor Bill De […]
Month: September 2021
Neiman Marcus alerts millions of online customers to security breach
The company said in a statement Thursday that it is informing 4.6 million customers that information associated with their online accounts may have been obtained by a third party in May 2020. This information includes contact details, payment card numbers, gift card numbers, and usernames and passwords, said Neiman Marcus. Of the 4.6 million customers […]
Casper’s # 1 Insurance Agency Grows Its Team!
Courtesy Agent 307 (aka Eric Brinkerhoff) is looking to hire an account manager for his local State Farm insurance office, which has just been voted the # 1 insurance agency for the 4th year in a row in the Casper Star-Tribune Reader’s Choice Awards! Job overview Do you have aspirations to run your own business? […]
FL Agriculture Commissioner to ban use of foam plastic products
FLORIDA – Say “goodbye” to those Styrofoam cups that help keep your drinks cool and those Styrofoam containers that help keep your take out orders warm. Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried said the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services was drafting an amendment to state laws that would phase out the use of polystyrene […]
Tesla loses China fraud case in latest key market setback
A Chinese driver has successfully sued Tesla for fraud over his purchase of a used Model S, adding to a series of setbacks for electric car pioneer Elon Musk in one of his most important markets. A Beijing court found that Tesla misrepresented the condition of the car Han Chao bought for 379,700 yuan ($ […]
Allianz Suisse Life signs reinsurance agreement with Resolution Re
The reinsured business is a closed portfolio of run-off policies with no new business and includes 4.0 billion Swiss francs (approx. £ 3.18 billion) of total liabilities. The reinsurance transaction has been approved by the Federal Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) and covers market and insurance risks. In a press release from Resolution Life, it […]
Legacy signaling protocols: the challenge for network operators
Network operators in the UK, Europe and the rest of the world have in recent years witnessed an increasing demand for network traffic, requiring minimal latency and high Quality of Experience (QoE). Coupled with the ever increasing demand for IoT and smart devices supporting Industry 4.0 which is expected to get involved in many aspects […]
HomeMaid AB (publ) (NGM: HOME B) 28% share price hike doesn’t quite add up
Despite an already solid race, HomeMaid AB (publ) Shares (NGM: HOME B) have taken off, gaining 28% over the past thirty days. Last month completed a massive 222% increase last year. Given that its price has gone up, given that almost half of businesses in Sweden have price-to-earnings (or “P / E”) ratios below 22x, […]
Senators step up pressure on Congress to pass federal privacy law
By Allison Grande (September 29, 2021, 10:33 p.m. EDT) – The top Republican on the U.S. Senate Trade Committee on Wednesday denounced pressure from the Federal Trade Commission to use its powers to strengthen online privacy , saying only Congress has the power to create such rules and backing a bipartisan call for lawmakers to […]
Apple Joins Cyber Readiness Institute as Co-Chair to Improve SME Cyber Readiness
The Cyber Readiness Institute (CRI) welcomed Apple as the organization’s co-chair. Apple joins CRI to continue its mission of helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMBs) as critical components of global supply chains improve their cyber preparedness and become more secure. “We are very pleased to welcome Apple as co-chair of the Cyber Readiness Institute,” said […]
Aon sues former employees who have joined his rival
Last week, Aon PLC filed a poaching complaint against four former transportation insurance executives who joined McGriff, the retail brokerage unit of Truist Insurance Holdings Inc., last year. The four employees – Josh Thompson, Daniel Johnson, Annette Nitti, Jack Cole and Holly Williams – violated clients’ post-employment restrictions in the restricted stock units they received, […]
REUTERS IMPACT Tesco lets UK-Spain train tackle trucker crisis
A Tesco logo is pictured outside a Tesco supermarket in Hatfield, Britain October 6, 2020. REUTERS / Peter Cziborra / File Photo LONDON, Sept. 29 (Reuters) – Britain’s largest retailer Tesco (TSCO.L) plans to expand its use of a train service to bring goods from Spain to the country, which has helped it cut back […]
Democrats’ fight between Medicare and Medicaid escalates
With Alice Miranda Ollstein Editor’s Note: POLITICO Pulse is a free version of the POLITICO Pro Health Care morning newsletter, which is sent to our subscribers each morning at 6 a.m. . Take action on the news with POLITICO Pro. – Democrats argue over cuts to Medicare or Medicaid targets, with some arguing that the […]
Center for Internet Security (CIS) Releases Community Defense Model v2.0 for Cyber Security
EAST GREENBUSH, NY, September 29, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Businesses Naturally Want to Know the Effectiveness of CIS Critical Security Controls® (CIS controls®) – 18 high-level controls containing 153 backups that provide a priority path to improve a company’s cybersecurity posture – are against the most widespread cyber attacks. The Center for Internet Security, […]
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: A Faithful Response to Payday Loans
Payday loans are low amount loans due on the borrower’s next payday. In Minnesota, the 2020 Minnesota Department of Commerce report showed the average payday loan amount is $ 380, and the cost of borrowing that amount for two weeks is a dreadful 273% APR. . In Beltrami County, there were 4,109 payday loans averaging […]
Oman Insurance Company Approved for DIFC Syndicate-in-a-Box
Oman Insurance Company (OIC) and Asta, Lloyd’s principal third-party managing agent, have received approval in principle from Lloyd’s to launch Syndicate 2880 as part of the Syndicate-in-a-Box (SIAB) initiative. The syndicate will operate on the Lloyd’s platform under the Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC). The Dubai-based insurer OIC will provide leadership and monitoring capacity on […]
Movement to Securities Regulation Spreads Across Canada
For investors and consumers of financial services, the titles used by professionals can be confusing and to date have largely been unregulated, but that is starting to change. In July 2020, Saskatchewan adopted the Financial Planners and Advisors Act (the Saskatchewan Act), which was closely based on Ontario law Financial Professionals Title Protection Act, 2019 […]
5 personal cybersecurity tips
Cyber attacks evolve, thanks to cybercriminals equipping themselves with new skills and capabilities – in this scenario, from the business to the unsuspecting Internet user; learning about cybersecurity is a must. Let’s dig it. According to Statistical, there were over a thousand data breaches in 2020. By comparison, the number was only 662 in 2010. […]
Security agencies offer advice on VPN selection
The National Security Agency and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency on Tuesday recommended that by choosing a virtual private network, companies avoid selecting non-standard VPN solutions, carefully read the vendor’s documentation, and verify that a product supports them. strong credentials and authentication protocols and disables weak ones. These were among the recommendations made by […]
Attorney General Bonta issues consumer price gouging alert following declaration of state of emergency in Shasta County due to Fawn fire | State of California – Department of Justice
OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued a consumer alert following the governor’s declaration of a state of emergency for Shasta County due to the Fawn fire, which has burned 8,559 acres to date, destroying homes and evacuating thousands of residents. Attorney General Bonta reminds all Californians that price increases during a state […]
Risks associated with QR codes: cybersecurity experts urge caution
TORONTO – With the growing popularity of QR codes in restaurants and other businesses during the pandemic, privacy and cybersecurity experts are urging Canadians to be cautious in their use of technology. While the technology has been around since the early 1990s, “quick response” or “QR” codes have seen a rapid resurgence during the pandemic. […]
Markel Corporation unveils the terms of the buyback transaction
“The subsidiaries of Markel Corporation will provide funding of up to approximately US $ 150 million to facilitate the repurchase transaction of the segregated on-sale funds accounts,” the insurance group said. “In addition, a subsidiary of Markel Corporation will provide tail risk coverage that will allow the return of approximately US $ 100 million of […]
Consumer Identity Access Management Market 2021 – Latest Detailed Analysis Report
SAN FRANCISCO, California, USA, September 28, 2021 /EINPresswire.com/ – Across the world, the continued digitization of businesses has spurred the need for consumer identity access management (IAM) technologies. These are crucial authentication and authorization technologies to deliver a unified and seamless customer experience. Consumer Identity Access Management capabilities consist of various processes related to registering […]
Huawei strengthens cybersecurity contribution and cooperation in Indonesia
[Indonesia, Jakarta, 28 September 2021] Huawei Indonesia reaffirmed its commitment to supporting cybersecurity knowledge sharing by yesterday renewing the Memorandum of Understanding on cybersecurity cooperation with Indonesia’s highest cybersecurity body, the National Cyber and Crypto Agency of the Republic of Indonesia (BSSN). Huawei Indonesia and BSSN have entered into a new Tripartite Cooperation Agreement (PKS) […]
Bemidji City Council Hears Presentation on Payday Loan Laws
BEMIDJI – Bemidji City Council met for a working session on Monday, during which members learned about the state of Minnesota’s payday loan laws. The presentation was given by the Minnesotans for Fair Lending organization. According to the presentation, Minnesota law allows a typical two-week payday loan of $ 380 to cost up to $ […]
Filipino investigation confirms huge support for vaping
Tuesday, September 28, 2021, 1:41 p.m.Press release: CAPHRA “The Philippine Senate will be on the people’s side when it approves the most progressive vaping legislation in Asia-Pacific,” said Nancy Loucas, executive coordinator of the Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA). His comments follow the publication of a survey conducted by ACORN Marketing […]
Fairwinds Estate Winery Sue Insurance Company Over Deceptive Policy and Refusal to Pay | Local News
Smoke from the glass fire can be seen in this photo, one of the last taken before the tasting room at Fairwinds Estate Winery was destroyed by the fire. This photo shows the main building at Fairwinds before the Glass Fire hit. Fairwinds Estate Winery after the glass fire. The cellar tasting room was destroyed […]
Many tenants will receive help when eviction protections in California end this week
SACRAMENTO – Some eviction protections in California expire this week, but low-income tenants who are behind on their rent can continue to hold their homes by applying for a state rent relief program, officials said Monday. State law passed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic protects low-income tenants from eviction if they pay at least […]
Customers get agreement to £ 590million class action lawsuit over BT charges
By Richard Crump (September 27, 2021, 5:48 p.m. BST) – The UK antitrust court on Monday cleared litigation accusing BT of imposing unfair landline tariffs as a class action lawsuit of £ 589million ($ 810million) , concluding that the claim has a prospect of success which should be tested at trial. The court agreed to […]
Cyber overview | Professional security
Industrial Control Systems (ICS) cybersecurity threats remain high and increasing in severity, according to the InfoSecurity Training Organization SANS 2021 OT / ICS Cybersecurity Report. In response, a growing majority of organizations have matured their security postures considerably since the last SANS survey in 2019. Yet almost half (48 pc) are unaware if their IT […]
Beazley Unveils New CUO | New Zealand insurance company
Beazley announced the appointment of Bob Quane to the position of Director of Underwriting, subject to regulatory approval. Quane will take up his duties on October 11 and will be based in New York. Quane has over 30 years of underwriting management experience. He joins Beazley from AXIS Capital, where he was CUO of the […]
Native Americans Strike Back Against Tribal Lenders
Native Americans are taking a stand on behalf of tribal lenders amid an attack by special interest organizations attempting to bankrupt local businesses serving an often overlooked community. A Native American advocacy group says opponents of tribal loans are promoting a “false and often racist narrative.” For years, the National Consumer Law Center, a self-proclaimed […]
How are cartels different from monopolies
Last week, India’s Competition Commission found that three beer companies – United Breweries Ltd (UBL), Carlsberg India Pvt Ltd (CIPL) and Anheuser Busch InBev India – had agreed to fix beer prices for a full decade – between 2009 and 2018. As a result, the ICC imposed a penalty of Rs 873 crore on companies […]
Makabayan block unveils bets | Investigator’s News
(FILE) Bloc Makabayan during a press briefing in the House of Representatives on October 9, 2019. INQUIRER.NET FILE PHOTO / NOY MORCOSO MANILA, Philippines – Members of the Makabayan bloc in the House of Representatives have unveiled their candidates for parliamentary elections next year. Bayan Muna, founded by the former rebel and representing Satur Ocampo […]
The Marines reluctantly let a Sikh officer wear a turban. He says it’s not enough.
“It got pretty routine and there were very few problems. This is what makes the response of the Marines in this case so surprising, ”said Giselle Klapper, a civil rights lawyer with a rights group, the Sikh Coalition, which has helped Sikh troops demand exceptions. But the Marine Corps doesn’t like to retreat and has […]
Property insurance sales boost Mapfre’s confidence
The NON-life insurer Mapfre Insular Insurance Corp. saw growth in its property insurance business as more Filipinos insured their homes, turned into offices after the government restricted mobility. As one of the largest property insurance providers in the country, Mapfre saw its property insurance sales increase 8.47% to 350.89 million pesos in 2020 from 323.48 […]
Police will take control of student safety after school reopens | Kerala News
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government has made the police responsible for ensuring the safety of students when the school reopens on November 1. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijyan said on Saturday that instructions had already been given to the state police chief and the health and education departments to prepare a detailed plan in this regard. “The […]
Tricked into a sneaky subscription trap? Know and use the rights on your side
WHAT RULES SHOULD A MERCHANT PLAY? Here are a number of rules that EU-based traders must follow. Under the European Consumer Rights Directive, before a consumer is bound by an online contract, certain information must be provided by the trader in a clear and complete manner. In the case of a subscription, this information should […]
California rent relief contractor’s deal gets more lucrative
Despite a slow initial rollout of rent relief money, the state of California is extending and more than doubling its contract with the outside contractor it hired to deliver the money to tenants and landlords. The contract with Horne LLP, a Mississippi-based accounting firm specializing in disaster relief, has grown from $ 51.7 million when […]
An overview of commercial insurance in the UK
If you are not convinced that business insurance is worth it, this blog post will help you change your mind. It’s a common misconception that just because your business has been profitable in the past, you don’t need to get coverage. The reality is, you never know when an accident or disaster might strike and […]
Has Mark Zuckerberg’s full control over Facebook become a handicap? | John naughton
For the loyalists of C-Span, the public service media network that covers the US Congress, Tuesday was an interesting day. The Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Competition Policy, Antitrust Laws and Consumer Rights held a hearing on social media companies, which in most cases meant Google and Facebook. It was intriguing in several ways. On the […]
What Causes Security Camera Interference
CCTV interference vary from slight power loss to complete power loss. Unfortunately, even minor and trivial issues can already compromise the safety of your home. As a homeowner, you should strive to maintain a security camera system that works well all day, every day. FBI statistics even show that burglars attack every 30 seconds. What […]
Americans are the most loyal to these insurance companies
Shopping around auto insurance quote is important for drivers because many insurers charge more money to people they think aren’t likely to compare prices. New insurance options may also have become available, or a driver’s circumstances may have changed over time so that another insurer may be less expensive. While it’s usually a good idea […]
Is it fair to cancel the Robeson Regional Agricultural Fair?
I have watched and listened to the comments since the cancellation of the Robeson Regional Agricultural Fair. Most people, while disappointed, understand that the reason for the fair’s cancellation was in the best interests of public safety. Others, let’s just say, are not so understanding. Also, keep in mind that after this decision was made, […]
Lawyers and Experts Recommend Reforms to Kansas’ Inadequate Payday Loan System
TOPEKA – A consumer finance expert recommends that Kansas reform payday loans that could save consumers more than $ 25 million a year while maintaining access to credit. These loans have come under criticism in states across the country, with some going so far as to ban them. The data suggests that while the majority […]
Radient Technologies Inc. provides update on its overdue financial statements
Receive instant alerts for news on your actions. Claim your 1-week free trial for StreetInsider Premium here. Edmonton, Alberta – (Newsfile Corp. – September 24, 2021) – Radient Technologies Inc. (TSXV: RTI) (OTC Pink: RDDTF) (“Beaming“or the”Society“) is pleased to provide the following update regarding its press release dated July 29, 2021 (the”Default ad“), in […]
The regulator thwarts Asia Insurance
The regulator thwarts Asia Insurance No new customers because the survey finds insufficient liquidity The Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC) ordered Asia Insurance 1950 to temporarily stop recruiting new clients from September 23 after an investigation suggested the company did not have sufficient liquidity to settle claims and a capital ratio lower than the […]
Notable developments in privacy law over the past year – Privacy
To print this article, simply register or connect to Mondaq.com. It’s a simple fact: people value their privacy. At its core, privacy means being safe from outside intrusions and keeping our personal information to ourselves. In recent years, in part because of pressure from privacy advocates, comprehensive laws designed to protect the personal information of […]
Passage safety in the spotlight | Otago Daily Times News Online
Southland visually impaired community highlights issues with pedestrian crossings requiring maintenance on International White Cane Safety Day. Observed every year on October 15, it is in recognition of the international symbol of blindness and independence. Blind Citizens NZ Southland branch representative Carolyn Weston said this year that the branch wanted to highlight the importance of […]
Bemidji city council working session to focus on payday loans, council retreat
Bemidji City Council will hear a presentation from Minnesotans for Fair Lending. According to city documents, the group is asking the council to create and pass an ordinance that would protect consumers from high interest rates on payday loans. According to group data, more than $ 1 million worth of this type of low-interest, high-interest […]
CHES Special Risk Launches New Insurance Product for Cryptocurrency Exchanges
To meet the demands of the growing cryptocurrency industry, CHES Special Risk introduces a new insurance solution for the industry. Like any monetary asset, the risks of cryptocurrency must be protected. In recognition of this, CHES Special Risk worked closely with the London insurance market to develop the new product. With a capacity of US […]
Kakao Pay postpones scheduled $ 1.3 billion IPO to November
SEOUL, Sept. 24 (Reuters) – South Korean fintech firm Kakao Pay Corp said on Friday that it has decided to postpone its slated 1.5 trillion won ($ 1.28 billion) IPO. , to November from October. The news comes a day before the revised Financial Consumer Protection Law goes into effect, forcing financial services platform apps […]
New York City Delivery People Get Right to Better Tips, Bathrooms, and More | Gig economy
New York City lawmakers have passed a landmark package of bills aimed at improving working conditions for workers in the odd-job and food delivery economy. The first of its kind legislation, which targets app-based delivery companies like Grubhub, Uber Eats and Doordash, will set a minimum wage, allow workers to retain more tips, and limit […]
Illinois IDES testifies on unemployment fraud and cybersecurity at hearing Thursday
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WLS) – When IDES was inundated with claims at the start of the pandemic, it was understaffed and had an outdated computer system. This left the agency vulnerable to both a massive cyber attack and angry jobless residents. In a hearing Thursday, lawmakers asked IDES to update its progress State and federal unemployment […]
Overview of the global specialist insurance market up to 2030
DUBLIN, September 23, 2021 / PRNewswire / – The “Specialty Insurance Market by Type, Distribution Channel and End User: Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2021-2030” report was added to ResearchAndMarkets.com offer. Specialty insurance provides coverage for special, unusual and difficult insurance needs and for higher risk accounts. Events such as an unforeseen wedding postponement, […]
Consumer: Buyers Pay $ 10 Million Late Fee to Buy Now and Pay Later
New Zealanders pay more than $ 10 million a year in late fees for buy-it-now services, which are advertised as free for buyers, a survey of New Zealand consumers has found. Buy-It-Now and Pay-On-Pay services such as Afterpay, Laybuy, Zip, and Humm have become increasingly popular in recent years. They charge merchants a fee of […]
How These Electronic Communication Platforms Do It Right
The key is good customer service, a long-term plan and learning from mistakes. The e-commerce industry has recently been plagued with bad press with the activities of Evaly, EOrange, Dhamaka, etc. creating a huge confidence gap in the sector. However, a few places have done it right, building trust, taking responsibility and understanding what is […]
China continues to threaten India’s cybersecurity
Security analysts and war historians often cite that the next world war will be fought not on land, in the air or underwater, but virtually in the cyber world. China has for decades been a sworn enemy of countries like the United States and Europe. Chinese hackers have also entered Indian cyberspace a lot lately. […]
Marine insurers ready to “feel the pain” of the container crisis
Moss added that while China – where the majority of the world’s shipping containers are exported from – recovered from the initial effects of the pandemic, only a relatively small number of shipments have arrived at their legitimate destinations due to procedures. strict lockdowns in the US and EU. The “perfect storm” of the blockade […]
Native American lawyers push back attacks on tribal lenders – InsideSources
Otoe-Missouria Indian Tribe Native Americans are taking a stand on behalf of tribal lenders amid an attack by special interest organizations trying to push these local businesses that serve an often overlooked community into bankruptcy. A Native American advocacy group says opponents of tribal loans are promoting a “false and often racist narrative.” For years, […]
Rally of Consumer Actions, Led by Consumer Discretionary Actions – Consumers Report
Shares of retailers and other consumer services companies were higher, led by consumer discretionary stocks. General Mills recorded higher sales for the last quarter, although gross margin declined due to inflation and rising supply chain costs. Cheerios cereal and cake mix maker Betty Crocker has said he expects inflation to rise in the future as […]
Horror story building sparks calls for tougher Australian laws to protect consumers
It is presented as the great Australian dream. And certainly for millions of Australians, owning a home is the biggest financial commitment they will ever make in their life. Key points: Leading construction lawyer says inadequate laws fail thousands of homeowners every year Consumers say they had nightmares leaving them financially struggling and depressed There […]
Fraud in UK to level where it “poses a threat to national security” | Scams
Fraud in the UK has reached a level where it poses a ‘threat to national security’, according to the main banking organization, with £ 754million stolen from bank customers in the first half of this year – an increase by 30% compared to the same period in 2020. UK Finance said fraudsters capitalized on the […]
Relation Insurance Services, Inc. acquires the assets of Perry Insurance Group, Inc.
WALNUT CREEK, Calif .– (COMMERCIAL THREAD) – Relation Insurance Services, Inc. (“Relation”), one of the largest and fastest growing national insurance agencies, today announced the acquisition of the assets of Perry Insurance Group, Inc. (“Perry”), based in South Carolina. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Perry provides personal and business insurance solutions to clients […]
Trump judges demand consumers aggrieved by ‘payday’ loans drop class action lawsuit and arbitrate individual claims: judges upheld, fears upheld
“Judges confirmed, fears confirmed”Is a series of blogs documenting the damaging impact of President Trump’s judges on the rights and freedoms of Americans. Cases in the series can be found by number and by judge at this connect. Trump Ninth Circuit Judge Danielle Forrest, joined by Trump Judge Lawrence VanDyke, overturned district court and ruled […]
Bill on the Consumer Authority (amendment) presented to Parliament
The Consumer Authority Bill (amendment) was presented to Parliament today (22). The Ministerial Advisory Committee on Trade, which met yesterday (21) under the chairmanship of Minister of Trade (Dr.) Bandula Gunawardana, agreed to present the bill to Parliament. The notification to the extraordinary journal relating to this (amending) bill was published on August 19, 2021. […]
My Vulnerable Father’s Struggle to Make a Bad John Lewis Television | Consumer rights
My parents, 90, disabled and visually impaired, ordered a TV from their local John Lewis store and paid for delivery and installation. Two days after installation, the screen went blank. My dad called the store and was told he had to report the defect through the website. In vain, he explained that he could not […]
How to protect the corporate network from spyware
Previously, it was easy for network administrators to identify business boundaries; they were usually where the external and internal networks meet. This made it easy for administrators to know where to place a firewall to ensure internal network security. Today, how do you separate smartphones from employees in the corporate network when they are used […]
Aston Lark continues its wave of acquisitions with the agreement of Abbey Murphy Insurance
The purchase of Deanspoint by the Goldman Sachs-backed insurance broker, which operates as Abbey Murphy Insurance, is part of the company’s continued expansion into Ireland and the UK. Based in Longford and Mullingar, Abbey Murphy Insurance provides personal insurance and business brokerage services. Its acquisition marks Aston Lark’s second in the Midlands. Financial details of […]
Potential Problems With Online Banking – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
Online-only banks are popular alternatives to traditional banks, offering services such as no overdraft fees and prepayment options. But if something goes wrong with your account, you can’t just go to a branch to fix it. As Consumer Reports discovered, finding someone to help you can be harder than you think. If you need to […]
Federal Court Upholds Payment Provisions of CFPB’s 2017 Payday Loan Rule | Weiner Brodsky Kider PC
The Western District of Texas U.S. District Court recently upheld the payment provisions of the 2017 CFPB rule regarding salary, vehicle title, and certain high-cost installment loans. The ruling confirmed the CFPB’s ban on certain payment practices by covered lenders that the CFPB deemed “unfair, misleading or abusive”. The payment provisions prohibit lenders from continuing […]
Markey joins Blumenthal, colleagues calling for development of historic FTC rules on consumer privacy, civil rights protection and cybersecurity
Today, U.S. Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) Joined Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, product and data security, and the group of eight other Democratic senators calling on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to advance a rule-making process to strengthen consumer privacy, strengthen civil rights […]
Biden announces measures to protect workers from heat risks
The Biden administration on Monday announced strengthened and expanded measures by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to address the risks associated with extreme heat exposure faced by workers indoors and in outside. According to a statement released by the Ministry of Labor, there has been “widespread underreporting” of heat-related injuries and deaths; 43 heat-related […]
Average consumer spend of $ 273 per month on subscription services: report
Consumers are spending more than ever on subscription services, according to a new report from West Monroe. West Monroe surveyed 2,500 consumers on how much they spend each month on a variety of subscription services, finding that people are spending 15% more than in 2018. The types of subscriptions have also grown as they grow. […]
Brenda Goh on China’s tech industry regulation.
China has twice as many players like the United States has people – about 700 million of them. This ubiquity, especially among young people, worries the Chinese central government. So, earlier this month, it banned people under the age of 18 from playing video games for more than three hours a week. They could only […]
The security of energy supply is “not a problem”, insists the minister
Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng insisted that “the security” of the UK’s energy supply “is not a problem” – and warned that not all energy companies can expect to a government bailout. The minister also said he hoped to have a “very clear plan” to jump-start CO2 production this week, as shortages could lead to food […]
Business Travel Insurance Market Expected To Reach $ 20.19
Portland, OR, September 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – According to the report published by Allied Market Research, the business travel insurance market was estimated at $ 3.61 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach $ 20.19 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 19.2% from 2021 to 2030. The report provides an in-depth analysis […]
City carefully examines payday loan outlets, where they can operate
“I would prefer that the big banks offer the services offered by payday loans, but on more reasonable terms,” says Coun. Claire Riepma Barrie payday lending establishments will attract the kind of interest they can do without. City council passed a motion on Monday evening asking staff to investigate the possibility of allowing payday lending […]
Mayor Lightfoot offers budget for people going through hard times | Editorial
A new city budget is unveiled every year, many of them taking a little more out of our pockets to provide the same city services or less. We’ve seen the consequences, from Mayor Rahm Emanuel closing mental health clinics to Mayor Richard M. Daley dramatically increasing the cost of vehicle stickers. Running a big city […]
Concerns about the draft law on the protection of personal data
It has emerged from the print and electronic media that the government of Bangladesh has recently prepared a bill on the issue of personal data protection. Some very relevant questions regarding the bill are presented below. Section 2 of the bill includes definitions of several key terms, including data, anonymized data, personal data, data subject, […]
Mozambique Humanitarian Response Plan (HRP) 2021, Protection Cluster – Midyear Progress Report, January – July 2021 – Mozambique
THE CONTEXT The humanitarian situation in northern Mozambique is a protection crisis. Since October 2017, Cabo Delgado, the least developed province of Mozambique, has increasingly been the target of violent actions by non-state armed groups (NSAGs), resulting in violations of human rights and international humanitarian law, and forced displacement. and serious incidents of protection against […]
Ontario Superior Court Certifies National Class Action
Toronto, ON, Sept. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – On September 10, 2021, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice cleared a $ 300 million Canada-wide class action lawsuit against Aviva Insurance Company of Canada (“Aviva On behalf of policyholders who have suffered business interruption due to COVID-19. Each of the representative applicants Nordik Windows Inc. and […]
Visa launches new benefits for U.S. consumer credit cardholders
SAN FRANCISCO – (COMMERCIAL THREAD) – Visa Inc. (NYSE: V) today announced the addition of Shipt, Skillshare and Sofar Sounds – as exclusive benefits – for Visa consumer credit cardholders in the United States. Eligible cardholders can now get a free subscription to Shipt to receive free same-day delivery of groceries and essential household items […]
This Week in the Ninth: PowerPoints and Payday Loans | Morrison & Foerster LLP – Left Coast Appeals
This week, the court is relaunching an ERISA claim and forcing arbitration of a dispute over Internet tribal payday loans. WARMENHOVEN v. NETAPP, INC.The Court held that the PowerPoint presentations did not constitute plan documents and that, therefore, any representation they contained could not override ERISA’s default rule that social assistance plans can be changed […]
Platform economy makes Amazon the best fit for American football rights – Sportico.com
A recent report by Futbol with Grant Wahl CBS Sports, Turner Sports and Amazon are the favorites to win English broadcast rights for US Soccer, starting in 2023. The national federation is expected to select a single broadcast partner within the next 30 to 60 days. CBS Sports (with Paramount +) may seem like the […]
Consumer Reports – Alternatives to Payday Loans If You’re Having trouble making ends meet
Posted: Sep 20, 2021 / 6:18 PM EDT / Update: Sep 20, 2021 / 6:18 PM EDT CONSUMPTION REPORTS – If you’re struggling to pay your bills, you might want to consider a payday loan. But beware: even with some recent reforms, many of these loans still come with high fees and very high interest […]
Webster Groves Improves Cyber Security Measures and Announces New Domain: webstergrovesmo.gov | Webster Kirkwood Times
The City of Webster Groves is moving forward with significant cybersecurity enhancements to the city’s technology infrastructure by moving to cloud data on the Microsoft Government Community Cloud (GCC). With the transition, the city is also moving to a .gov domain name for websites and email addresses. Effective Thursday, September 23, the city’s mail and […]
Insiders might rethink their CN $ 321 million investment in Koolearn Technology Holding Limited (HKG: 1797) now that the company has lost HK $ 1.1 billion in value
The recent 20% drop in prices in Koolearn Technology Holding Limited (HKG: 1797) The shares may have disappointed insiders who bought CN 321 million shares at an average price of CN ¥ 28.91 over the past 12 months. This is not good, as insiders invest based on the expectation that their money will appreciate over […]
Apollo Expands Accident Insurance Treaties With New Hires
Apollo Syndicate Management has appointed Paul Sandi to lead its new accident treaty team at Syndicate 1969, subject to Lloyd’s approval. Sandi, who has nearly 20 years of industry experience, joined Apollo from Canopius, where he was responsible for the accident treaty. He oversaw the creation of a new US treaty portfolio for Canopius. Previously, […]
Protecting consumer rights during Covid is ‘exhausting task’ – EU watchdog
When the pandemic rocked our world in the spring of 2020, Irish consumers quickly began to find out who their friends were. Some companies – facing a crisis of unimaginable magnitude – have managed to do the right thing for their customers. Refunds for events and vacations that had to be canceled due to Covid […]
Global Business Insurance Market Size, Global Industry Trends, Share, Demand, Growth Opportunities, Industry Revenue, Future, and Business Analysis by Forecast – 2027
“A SWOT analysis of Business insurance, Professional investigation report including analysis of major global players with CAGR and stock market rising and falling. “ The “Commercial insurance marketThe research report presents a comprehensive study of the global commercial insurance market. The report includes all the major trends and technologies playing major role in the development […]
3 stocks that could be worth $ 1,000 billion in 10 years
We now live in a world where the word “trillion” is used quite frequently – and not just when it comes to discussing the epic scale of government budgets. A few publicly traded companies have reached valuations of trillions of dollars, and many others are worth hundreds of billions. Among these could emerge a new […]
Consumer Durable Brands Expect Positive Consumer Sentiment This Holiday Season, Marketing & Advertising News, AND BrandEquity
cash back rewards, easy financing options like no down payment, and long-term EMI programs. (Representative image)”/>Manufacturers have plans to launch new models along with a 360-degree campaign, cash back rewards, easy financing options like no down payment, and long-term EMI programs. (Representative image) The consumer staples industry expects double-digit growth in holiday season sales this […]
Biden administration to deport Haitians in Del Rio, Texas
This week, the United States resumed deportation flights to Haiti under the public health order. On Wednesday, immigration and customs services repatriated around 90 Haitians. Among those deported were families with young children, according to the Haitian Bridge Alliance, a rights group, which also said they had been deported under Title 42. Many Haitian families […]
Ramki Ramanarayanan Joins Occams Group as Division CEO
Los Angeles, California, September 18, 2021 – (PR.com) – Occams Advisory, a leader in professional and consumer services, announced the return of Ramki Ramanarayanan to Occams as Division General Manager . Ramki’s return spurs Occam’s rapid emergence as a leader in mid-market B2B professional services and consumer-focused personal finance solutions. In August, for the 6th […]
Indonesia’s most wanted activist killed in jungle shootout: NPR
PALU, Indonesia – Indonesia’s most wanted activist linked to the Islamic State group was killed on Saturday in a shootout with security forces, the Indonesian military said, as part of a massive counterterrorism campaign against extremists in the remote mountain jungles. Ali Kalora was one of two militants killed in the raid, the Central Sulawesi […]
How businesses can leverage technology for optimal business insurance
Opinions expressed by Contractor the contributors are theirs. For many people, the only type of insurance they see as crucial is health insurance, and this is due to the amount of publicity given to this type of insurance in the media and public discourse. Of course, it is also because health is something that people […]
Delta Variant destroys late summer for restaurants and airlines: NPR
People line up to enter a restaurant in the French Quarter of New Orleans in early August. Mario Tama / Getty Images hide caption toggle legend Mario Tama / Getty Images People line up to enter a restaurant in the French Quarter of New Orleans in early August. Mario Tama / Getty Images It started […]
J ‘Something partners with Discovery Business Insurance to provide lifeline for devastated restaurant industry
Johannesburg – Mi Casa frontman J’Something says he’s devastated by the crippling food industry in South Africa. Since the nationwide lockdown was implemented in March last year, the industry has suffered tremendously, with thousands of restaurants forced to shut down permanently due to the lockdown. “The restaurant industry allowed me to go to school and […]
blockchain: How is blockchain technology helping deliver the future… now?
The environment around us is constantly evolving, transforming and challenging the status quo. From a “the future is now” perspective, powerful trends are shaping and reshaping lifestyles, stimulating new technologies, and changing both business and human behaviors. Keeping abreast of these changes and reacting accordingly is crucial for industries. The last decade has seen technological […]