Iris Barker
Science & Technology
Laptops and Smartphones Tells About your Actions Translating Noise and Signals
Laptops and smartphones not even connected to the Wi-Fi may tell about your actions to attackers without your knowledge. The reasons are the weak signals and noise that produce gadgets…
Published on May 18, 2015
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Jim Rogers On The Coming Water Wars
A well-known American businessman and investor Jim Rogers said that in many parts of the world a real war over water, which is now becoming more and more valuable resource…
Published on May 18, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Finter Bank to Pay $5.41 Million in U.S. Tax Agreement
Finter Bank Zurich agreed to pay a fine of 5.4 million dollars for concealing accounts of Americans who evaded taxes.
Published on May 15, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
Christie’s Weekly Sales Exceeded $ 1 Billion for the First Time
Auction houses Christie's, Sotheby's and Phillips have sold art objects for a record $ 2.7 billion in just one week and a half of spring auctions in New York, which…
Published on May 15, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
Uber to Become the Most Expensive Startup
American Uber Technologies, which owns popular taxi service, is going to attract investment of $ 1.5 billion. This can bring the company to the title of most expensive startups in…
Published on May 14, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Why Americans Wind Up its Chinese Businesses
US corporations are actually reducing the investment in China's economy. The main reasons of the decline in investment activity were Chinese government’s barriers to entry to market, as well as…
Published on May 14, 2015
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
El Niño: A Serious Threat
Farmers, commodity traders and experts on climate expect significant fluctuations in the weather this year and the potential damage to agriculture and the mining industry in different countries due to…
Published on May 13, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Alcohol and World’s Economy
Alcohol is one of the leading causes of ill health and premature death all around the world. It accounts for 1 in 17 deaths and much of accidents leading to…
Published on May 13, 2015
By Iris Barker
Science & Technology
Audi Launched a Factory Transforming Carbon Dioxide into Synthetic Diesel
Representatives of Audi announced that their pilot plant, a kind of mini-Chemical Plant located near Dresden has produced the first batch of synthetic diesel fuel "e-diesel". The raw material for…
Published on May 12, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
Bill Gates: Sell the Dollar, Buy the Yuan
As the founder of Microsoft, Bill Gates, put it, if you choose between the dollar and the yuan, the priority is given to the Chinese currency. In an interview with…
Published on May 12, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Facebook’s New Search Engine and its Information Bubble
Social network Facebook is testing the application's built-in search, through which it will be possible to insert a link to update the status without the use of search services such…
Published on May 11, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Russia Goes to Arctic Expedition Once Again.
Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev signed a decree on the allocation of more than 205 million rubles to ensure the work of the drifting station "North Pole", according to the…
Published on May 11, 2015
By Iris Barker
Science & Technology
L’Oreal’s Artificial Scin
Beauty conglomerate L'Oreal announced a partnership with the American company Organovo for creation of 3D-printed human skin for research and testing of new cosmetics. Gartner analysts predict that the bioprint…
Published on May 8, 2015
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Russia Turns to China Instead of Europe
Xi Jinping’s visit in Russia turned out to be very fruitful: a number of documents on deepening cooperation in trade and economy were signed, including gas. However, an agreement on…
Published on May 8, 2015
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
The US and Europe: On the Threshold of GMO War
The United States accuses Europe of trying to undermine food security in the world; the EU proposes new rules that would allow any of the 28 members to abandon the…
Published on May 7, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
iPhone Presses Android in China and Europe
Nearly 33 percent of new Apple smartphone users in five major European countries in terms of population (after Russia) - Great Britain, Germany, France, Italy and Spain - are former…
Published on May 7, 2015
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Van Gogh Painting Fetches $66m at Sotheby’s
Yesterday Sotheby`s trading in art Impressionist and Post-Impressionist auction house brought the total revenue of $ 368 million. In November last year Sotheby`s earned at the artists of the same…
Published on May 6, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Google Apps to Help Traders Analyze Financial Markets Data
The American company SunGard Data Systems will use Google’s software to provide traders with a deep analysis of the data from financial markets, reports Bloomberg.
Published on May 6, 2015
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
China’s Game of Chess in Antarctica
China is making great strides in the Antarctic, as the country is trying to get the maximum level of influence on the last unclaimed piece of land, tells The New…
Published on May 5, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
Instagram and Facebook to Use Nokia Maps
Facebook, which is considered one of the main contenders for the purchase of maps Nokia HERE, agreed to use them in the mobile Web version of social network Messenger, Instagram…
Published on May 5, 2015
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
US Presidency New Candidates: Former CEO and Neurosurgeon
Carly Fiorina, 60 years old, has been HP’s executive director in 1999-2005; under her leadership, HP has become the largest computer manufacturer in the world. She retired from HP after…
Published on May 4, 2015
By Iris Barker
Science & Technology
Samantha Cristoforetti is the First to Try Space-Brewed Coffee
Astronauts on the ISS brewed a few cups of espresso on a unique coffee machine, which was recently brought into orbit. The device will be used to study the behavior…
Published on May 4, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
Tesla Comes Up with Something New
The head of Tesla and SpaceX Elon Musk (№100 in the ranking of the richest people in the world according to Forbes, the state - $ 11.9 billion), introduced a…
Published on May 1, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Nepal: Disaster after Disaster
After the earthquake, Nepal, experiences a shortage of everything, and first of all - clean water. Without an increase in aid it could start "disaster after disaster," points out UNICEF.
Published on May 1, 2015
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Where the Happiness Lies
According to World Happiness Report 2015, which revises a number of influential economists, the happiest people live in Switzerland, Iceland, Denmark and Norway. And just only one of these countries…
Published on April 30, 2015
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Chinese Built a Skyscraper in 19 Days
A company from China has built a 57-storey skyscraper in 19 working days.
Published on April 30, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
‘Chinese Apple’ Abandons Most Annoying Marketing Techniques
Lin Bin, CEO of Xiaomi vowed to stop the practice of ‘flash smartphones sales’ via the company's website and start the free sale of gadgets.
Published on April 29, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
Francois Michelin, the Former Head of Michelin Company, is Dead
François Michelin, who headed the French company - tire manufacturer ‘Michelin’ - for 47 years, died. This was reported in the company’s press release. Former top manager was 89 years…
Published on April 29, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
Amazon Announced the Launch of Site for Corporate Clients
Tuesday, Online retailer Amazon announced the opening of the site for corporate clients Amazon Business, according to Bloomberg. This project is a continuation of the e-commerce service Amazon Supply, launched…
Published on April 28, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Exit from the EU Would Cost Hundreds of Billions to the UK
Britain will lose $ 224 billion in the case of leaving the European Union - this Bertelsmann Foundation’s research data brings the British newspaper The Independent.
Published on April 28, 2015
By Iris Barker
Science & Technology
Tiny Robots Able to Carry Loads with Super Strenght
Researchers at Stanford University have presented a series of tiny robots that can climb vertical surface like a gecko, and lift loads weighing significantly more than their own weight.
Published on April 27, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
China Launches Investigation against Sinopec President
President of China Sinopec Group, one the largest oil companies of China, Wang Tianpu is under investigation on suspicion of "serious misconduct", said the anti-corruption agency on Monday.
Published on April 27, 2015
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
European Leaders are Optimistic about Greece
German Chancellor Angela Merkel promised to do everything necessary to keep Greece in the Eurozone. She stated this in Bremerhaven, speaking to members of the local organization of the Christian…
Published on April 24, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
Apple Watch: Now on Sale but Impossible to Buy
Although April 24 is indicated as the start of sales, purchasing the watch in the day occurred to be impossible. Two weeks ago, the company started taking pre-orders. Those, who…
Published on April 24, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Saudi Prince Promised Bentley to Pilots Bombed Huthis
The representative of the royal family of Saudi Arabia, Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal in honor of the completion of the military operation in Yemen has promised to award 100 participating…
Published on April 23, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
Petrobras Lost $ 17 billion on Bribes
Brazil's state oil company Petrobras has written off about $ 17 billion due to corruption scandal and poor planning. The company, whose debt is approaching $ 90 billion, plans to…
Published on April 23, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Bulgaria Signed an Agreement to Build a Gas Pipeline with Romania and Greece
Bulgaria signed an agreement with Romania and Greece on the construction of the connection between the national gas transmission system, known as vertical gas corridor. It is reported by Wall…
Published on April 22, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
BMW Ranked Most Reputable in 2015
German carmakers BMW and Daimler AG, as well as the American Internet company Google Inc. became the leaders of the world ranking of companies with the best reputation. American research…
Published on April 22, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
BlackRock: Forget Gold, It’s Better to Invest in Contemporary Art
Housing in London and Manhattan and contemporary abstract art - that's what makes today a serious and credible competition in the field of gold insertion capital.
Published on April 21, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Only the Beginning: The First State-Owned Bankruptcy in China
Chinese transformer manufacturer Baoding Tianwei, China South Industries Group’s unit, announced its own default caused by the failure to repay the bonds on time, according to Bloomberg. Tianwei has become…
Published on April 21, 2015
By Iris Barker
Science & Technology
NASA Launched a Program Searching for Extraterrestrial Life
Today, NASA's employees launched a special "Climate Programme", which tries to find extraterrestrial life in the universe. This project is unique in its kind.
Published on April 20, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Shale Revolution in the United States Will Suffocate by the End of 2015
OPEC forecasts a further rise in oil prices this year, as the cartel has managed to win over the shale gas revolution in the US.
Published on April 20, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Emirates will buy Rolls-Royce engines for $ 9.2 billion
British company Rolls-Royce agrees to sell the Trent 900 to the UAE air carrier - the company Emirates - and ensure their continued service.
Published on April 17, 2015
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Ministers of Four Countries Called for the EU to Solve the Problem of Africa Migrants
According to the Minister for EU Affairs of Italy, France, Germany and Slovakia death of illegal immigrants in the Mediterranean requires resolute action and a "unified and coherent migration policy."
Published on April 17, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
OPEC Raised its Forecast for Demand for its Oil in 2015
The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) raised its forecast for demand for its oil this year, as the failure of OPEC to maintain world prices by reducing production begins…
Published on April 16, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Ron Paul: US is on the Brink of a Catastrophic Financial Crisis
The US economy may crush, and main reason for it would be dollar economic "bubble"collapse. It is not clear exactly when this happens, but it is obvious that it would…
Published on April 16, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
Ernst & Young to Settle the Lehman Brothers Collapse Lawsuit for $ 10 Million
Ernst & Young auditor is willing to pay $ 10 million to settle the prosecutor's office in New York lawsuit associated with the collapse of Lehman Brothers investment bank in…
Published on April 15, 2015
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
US Cyber Forces Seek Experts to Attack Foreign Objects
US may not have the capacity and resources to protect against serious cyber attacks and full-scale electronic warfare, admitted Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense and Global Security Eric…
Published on April 15, 2015
By Iris Barker
Economics
Eurozone Banks Expect Growth in Demand for Credit as a Result of QE
Eurozone banks expect a high demand for loans from companies and home buyers in the coming months, as the European Central Bank monetary emission improves financing conditions, a study has…
Published on April 14, 2015
By Iris Barker
Business & Finance
Ford Gets Rise in Sales
In the 1st quarter of 2015, the American automaker Ford Motor Co. increased sales in Europe by 12.5% compared to the same period last year, according to Associated Press.
Published on April 14, 2015
By Iris Barker
