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Quantum Internet: The Next Global Network Is Already Being Laid
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The Conversation
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Tuesday, February 18, 2020 8:24 AM EST
Google reported a remarkable breakthrough towards the end of 2019. The company claimed to have achieved something called quantum supremacy, using a new type of “quantum” computer to perform a benchmark test in 200 seconds.
You Need More Optionality, Not Less
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Roger Nusbaum
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Sunday, February 16, 2020 7:19 PM EST
Like many people, I cannot envision a scenario where I don't want to work but we are all vulnerable to the unexpected. The task of creating optionality takes many years or at least that should be the expectation, there aren't likely to be shortcuts.
The Economic Impact Of The Corona Virus
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David Morgan
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Sunday, February 16, 2020 4:21 AM EST
Nearly two decades have passed since a virus known as SARS emerged in China, killing hundreds of people and sparking panic that sent a chill through the global economy. The coronavirus virus now rampaging across China could be much more damaging.
It's Not A Good Time To Start A Business
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Mish Shedlock
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Saturday, February 15, 2020 7:03 PM EST
The Bloomberg Startup Barometer, a measure of business environment health, is in a steep plunge. The Bloomberg Startups Index is down 25.45% from a year ago, but it's down a massive 46.0% in just under 7 months.
Air Freight, Global Supply Chains And Sensitivity To China
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Menzie Chinn
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Saturday, February 15, 2020 4:24 PM EST
We share some pictures to envision the impact of covid-19: on US international trade by air and US sensitivity to disruption to air freight from China, by sector.
Positive Consumer And Business Sentiment Creating A Tailwind For Future Economic Activity
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David Templeton
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Saturday, February 15, 2020 1:14 PM EST
One area that remains favorable is the confidence of the consumer and small business owner. In this week's release of the NFIB small business Optimism Index, optimism rose 1.6 points to 104.3.
Job Openings & Labor Turnover Summary: Clues To The Business Cycle
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Jill Mislinski
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Tuesday, February 11, 2020 1:38 PM EST
The latest JOLTS report (Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary), with data through December, is now available.
Smaller Restaurants Forced Into Bankruptcy As Foot Traffic Collapses
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Tyler Durden
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Sunday, February 9, 2020 2:04 PM EST
Bar Louie and American Blue Ribbon Holdings, which owns Village Inn and Bakers Square, both filed for bankruptcy earlier this week, according to Bloomberg. Both cited lower foot traffic in the U.S. as the reason for their downfall.
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Think Like An Employer To Get That Job
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Bill Conerly
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Sunday, February 9, 2020 1:21 PM EST
You’re applying for a job, and maybe you even have an interview scheduled. How do you close the deal? Start by thinking like an employer.
Are You Responsible For Your AI-biased Business Decisions?
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Shelly Palmer
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Sunday, February 9, 2020 11:29 AM EST
AI models learn. That’s the great news. But they need proper feedback loops to continuously improve. Machines are not human, and they have no context.
Massive Manufacturing Disruptions Due To Coronavirus Include IPhone
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Mish Shedlock
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Sunday, February 9, 2020 10:51 AM EST
Global manufacturing, including the iPhone, is under severe strain because of coronavirus related work stoppage. China is effectively shut down and goods are now stranded in floating quarantines.
Coronavirus Disruptions Make Global Recession Almost Certain
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Paul Hodges
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Sunday, February 9, 2020 8:57 AM EST
Investors have been 'buying the coronavirus dip', assuming that stimulus is the solution for every problem Their confidence is about to be tested as the scale of the disruption becomes clear.
Four Ways To Recover Your Business
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Julie Cheung
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Saturday, February 8, 2020 5:30 AM EST
When faced with difficult times for your business, being adaptable in your way of thinking may even reveal an unexpected positive side to facing the challenges that are before you.
EC Coronavirus Starting To Weigh On 2020 Q1 Earnings Estimates
Article By:
Sheraz Mian
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Thursday, February 6, 2020 8:20 PM EST
Looking at Q4 as a whole, combining the actual results that have come out with estimates for the still-to-come reports, total earnings are now expected to be up +0.5% on +4.2% higher revenues.
US Labor Market May Have Peaked, According To The NABE Survey
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InsideTrade
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Monday, January 27, 2020 4:34 AM EST
NABE survey indicates labor shortages in the US market, though respondents remain bullish on expansion.
Michael Markowski: Wuhan Virus & The Potential Of A Market Crash
Article By:
Lance Roberts
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Monday, January 27, 2020 3:57 AM EST
The probability is very high that due to the Wuhan Coronavirus global equity markets will experience a severe correction or maybe even a crash very soon. It’s because the virus has not yet been discounted by the global markets.
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