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Study reveals new technology for integrating sensing and control in soft robots

Soft robots with soft sensors and valves A research team has developed a novel “soft valve” technology that can integrate sensing and control functions in soft robots without using any electricity. The technology enables soft robots to perform tasks that require inherent safety and adaptability, such as picking up fragile items or assisting human movements. The soft valve is a tube-shaped component that can detect environmental inputs and precisely control…

How to raise a hi-tech whiz kid: Four books by Israeli experts

The world of technology is constantly changing and evolving, and it is important to prepare the next generation of innovators and leaders for the challenges and opportunities ahead. But how can parents introduce their children to the concepts and skills that are essential for the hi-tech industry? One way is to read them books that are not only entertaining and educational, but also inspire them to pursue their dreams and…

Myanmar Junta Asks China for Nuclear Technology Assistance

The military regime in Myanmar has expressed its interest in acquiring nuclear technology from China, according to a report by Radio Free Asia (RFA). The junta’s ambassador to China and North Korea, Tin Maung Swe, asked China to share its expertise in using nuclear technology in various sectors, such as agriculture, health and energy, at a China-ASEAN nuclear forum held in Guangxi last week. Junta Seeks Peaceful Use of Nuclear…

How To Get Promoted In Tech: Tips From A VP Of Engineering

Are you a tech professional who wants to move up the ladder and become a manager? Do you feel like you have the skills and experience, but not the recognition or opportunity? If so, you are not alone. Many engineers and tech leads face the same challenge of proving their value and getting noticed by their leaders. In this article, we will share some tips from Katie Delgado, VP of…

US Businesses in China Face Challenges Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Regulatory Uncertainty

Survey Shows Declining Optimism and Investment A survey conducted by the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai (AmCham Shanghai) revealed that American companies operating in China view tensions with Washington over technology, trade and other issues as a major hindrance for their businesses there. The survey, which was released on Tuesday, showed a continued downgrading of China’s importance as an overseas destination for investment, even though two-thirds of the 325…

Gen Z entrepreneurs: How young Aussies are turning their passions into profits

The rise of the side hustle generation More and more young Australians are embracing their entrepreneurial spirit and starting their own businesses, according to a new study. The 2022 ‘Future of Work’ report by GoDaddy, a web hosting company, revealed that 25 per cent of Gen Z Aussies – those aged between 18 to 26 – are running a side hustle this year. This is a 100 per cent increase…

Small Business Optimism Drops Amid Inflation and Labor Woes

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) reported a decline in small business optimism in August, as rising inflation and labor shortages dampened the outlook of entrepreneurs. The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index, a quarterly survey of U.S. small businesses, fell 0.6 points to 91.3, the lowest level since March 2021. The index has been below its historical average of 98 for 20 consecutive months. Inflation Concerns Top the List…

Business motorists hit by stealth tax as reimbursement rates remain unchanged

The government has been accused of relying on a stealth tax from hardworking business motorists who use their own vehicles for work purposes. The approved reimbursement rates, which are the maximum amount an employer can pay an employee for each business mile travelled without creating tax or national insurance issues, have not been updated since 2011/12. This means that many employees are effectively subsidising their employers by bearing some of…

IRS suspends new claims for employee retention tax credit amid fraud concerns

What is the employee retention tax credit? The employee retention tax credit (ERC) is a tax relief program that was enacted during the Covid-19 pandemic to help small businesses and tax-exempt organizations that paid employees during government-mandated shutdowns or experienced a significant decline in gross receipts. The ERC allows eligible employers to claim a refundable tax credit against certain payroll taxes for up to $5,000 per employee in 2020 and…

How Strategy and Leadership Can Help Businesses Navigate Change

The global economy is constantly evolving and presenting new challenges for businesses. To survive and thrive in this dynamic environment, organizations need to adopt a strategic mindset and a leadership approach that can help them adapt and innovate. This is the core idea of the book Strategy as Leadership: Facing Adaptive Challenges in Organizations, written by Roberto Vassolo and Natalia Weisz, professors at IAE Business School in Argentina. Strategy as…