Emily Miller, Author at Riverdale Standard

Emily Miller

South Korea banks to support small businesses with $1.5 billion fund

South Korea’s major banks have announced a plan to create a $1.5 billion fund to help small businesses and self-employed people who are struggling amid the COVID-19 pandemic and rising interest rates. The fund is part of a broader initiative to share profits with society and fulfill their social responsibility. Banks respond to president’s call for co-existence The fund was announced on Thursday, a day after President Yoon Suk-yeol urged…

MarginPoint launches new platform to meet growing demand for maintenance tech

MarginPoint, a leading provider of cloud-based computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) software, has announced the launch of its new platform that aims to help businesses improve their maintenance operations and reduce costs. The new platform, which is available now, offers a range of features and benefits that make it stand out from other CMMS solutions in the market. What is CMMS and why is it important? CMMS is a software…

Ferd Invests in Ocean Technology Group General Oceans to Boost Blue Economy

Ferd, a Norwegian family-owned investment company, has announced its investment in General Oceans, a leading ocean technology group that provides solutions for offshore energy, aquaculture, and marine research. The investment is part of Ferd’s strategy to support the development of the blue economy, which refers to the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth and environmental protection. General Oceans: A Pioneer in Ocean Technology General Oceans was founded in…

Hi-Tech Automotive Brings Back the 1967 Shelby GT500 with Modern Upgrades

The 1967 Shelby GT500 is one of the most iconic and sought-after muscle cars of all time. The legendary car, which was a collaboration between Ford and Carroll Shelby, featured a 7.0-liter V8 engine that delivered 355 horsepower and a distinctive fastback design. Only 2,048 units were produced, making it a rare and valuable collector’s item. But what if you could own a 1967 Shelby GT500 that has been modernized…

Estonia’s New Border Fence With Russia: A High-Tech Security Upgrade

Estonia has completed the construction of a 40-kilometer fence along its southern border with Russia, as part of a larger project to upgrade its border security and surveillance systems. The fence, which is equipped with sensors and cameras, is meant to deter illegal crossings and potential provocations from Russia, amid rising tensions in the region. Why Estonia is Fortifying its Border Estonia is one of the Baltic states that border…

How Surveillance Technology Is Changing the World and Challenging Our Rights

Surveillance technology, such as facial recognition, biometric scanning, and data mining, is becoming more advanced and widespread in the world. While some argue that these technologies can enhance security, efficiency, and convenience, others warn that they pose serious threats to privacy, human rights, and democracy. The Rise of Surveillance Technology Surveillance technology is not a new phenomenon. For decades, governments and corporations have used various methods to monitor, track, and…

FTC bans Rite Aid from using facial recognition after false shoplifting accusations

Rite Aid, one of the largest drugstore chains in the U.S., has agreed to stop using facial recognition technology in its stores as part of a proposed settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The FTC alleged that Rite Aid violated the privacy and civil rights of its customers by using faulty and discriminatory facial recognition systems that falsely flagged thousands of people as shoplifters. Rite Aid’s facial recognition program…

How Ukraine is using low-cost drones to fight a high-tech war

The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been raging for more than eight years, and it has seen the use of sophisticated weapons and tactics by both sides. But one of the most striking features of this war is the role of drones, especially the cheap and simple ones that can be bought online or made at home. These drones are not only used for surveillance and reconnaissance, but also…

UNL College of Business receives $500,000 gift from Arizona couple

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) College of Business announced that it has received a generous gift of $500,000 from an alumna and her husband, who live in Arizona. The gift will support scholarships and professional development programs for students and faculty. A passion for education and business The donors, who wish to remain anonymous, are both successful entrepreneurs and business leaders. They have a strong connection to UNL, as the…

Harvard Investment Chief Explores Business Opportunities in Israel

A Five-Day Trip with Top Executives and Investors Adam Goldstein, the managing director of investment for the Harvard Management Company (HMC), participated in an exclusive trip to Israel this week. He joined 65 other business leaders and investors from various sectors and countries, who were invited by the Israeli government and the nonprofit organization OurCrowd. The trip was designed to showcase Israel’s innovation and entrepreneurship, as well as to foster…