Week in Tech: Week in Tech: Laser eyes, Apple's home invasion, and a new era for Spotify
You know how the air feels when a thunderstorm is coming? This week’s a bit like that, but we’re expecting things with Lightning connectors instead of lightning bolts. Apple’s about to unveil plans to control your home, car, wrist and the odd computer too, Spotify’s getting into TV, Netflix is getting a new look and LG’s covered things in cows. Putting Apple into everything Apple’s coming for your house. It’s
David Stockman explains why the stock and bond market could be on the verge of a collapse.
The science of batteries If you own a smartphone – and if you’re reading this then chances are you do – then you’ll be all too aware of the nightly ritual of plugging in your mobile to charge it ready for the morning. Few of today’s top models can last more than a full day of steady use, with current lithium-ion technology struggling to keep pace with the growth in
The U.S. Federal Reserve is likely to stick with plans to raise interest rates later this year, with progress towards its employment and inflation goals helping allay concerns over the economy’s recent weakness, current and former Fed officials say.
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The science of batteries If you own a smartphone – and if you’re reading this then chances are you do – then you’ll be all too aware of the nightly ritual of plugging in your mobile to charge it ready for the morning. Few of today’s top models can last more than a full day of steady use, with current lithium-ion technology struggling to keep pace with the growth in
The U.S. Federal Reserve is likely to stick with plans to raise interest rates later this year, with progress towards its employment and inflation goals helping allay concerns over the economy’s recent weakness, current and former Fed officials say.
With the indexes drifting at the top of its range, the stocks making new all-time highs suggest the market is sniffing out a continued deal boom.
Wal-Mart Stores Inc said its U.S. units were asking meat suppliers to reduce the use of antibiotics in animals, joining the list of U.S. companies that have responded to consumer and government concerns over the excess use of drugs in livestock. Walmart U.S. and Sam’s Club U.S. will also ask suppliers to provide annual reports on antibiotics management and animal welfare, the world’s largest retailer said on Friday. Public health
Wal-Mart Stores Inc said its U.S. units were asking meat suppliers to reduce the use of antibiotics in animals, joining the list of U.S. companies that have responded to consumer and government concerns over the excess use of drugs in livestock. Walmart U.S. and Sam’s Club U.S. will also ask suppliers to provide annual reports on antibiotics management and animal welfare, the world’s largest retailer said on Friday. Public health
