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US raises concerns on India's decision to impose import curbs on technological devices

India's imports of PCs/laptops, tablets, Wifi Dongles, Smart Card Reader, and Android TV Boxes were worth USD 8.8 billion in 2022-2023.




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Kolkata audit firm develops proprietary solution to match services with MNC peers

Chartered accountancy firm LB Jha & Co claimed that 'LBJ Audit Ez' is a "breakthrough" for it as it can interpret a huge quantum of data necessary for scrutinising books of large corporations




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Better audio meetings from BT MeetMe with Dolby Voice

Make your audio meetings are more inclusive, easier to participate in and easier to manage. With HD quality voice, noise suppression and voice separation, our new BT MeetMe with Dolby Voice service takes audio conferencing to a different level. And because this is an IP call, it complements your Unified Communications strategy. Integrating with Cisco WebEx and Microsoft Lync, so that you can use it with what you have already invested in and save money on access costs.




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BT One Collaborate - Conferencing and collaboration services

People have high expectations of how they should be able to collaborate at work – driven by the impact of advanced technologies on the entertainment experience. We make things simple, and give users the best experience




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Global inbound call services

You need to make sure that when a customer calls, they get a response first time, every time. If you fail, your customer might soon become somebody else’s. Inbound Contact global can help




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Centre to develop tech for highspeed, ultra-low latency 5G services

To further ensure high-speed and ultra-low latency services required in 5G, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) on Saturday said it has signed an agreement with Linearized Amplifier Technology Services and Vedang Radio Tech.




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We practice digital at the fore, human at the core: Shalini Warrier, Federal Bank

In an interview with ETCIO, Shalini Warrier, Executive Director, Federal Bank shares how their Digital CoE fosters a multi-disciplinary approach to banking, how it works together with the business to identify new opportunities, tenets of a bank-fintech partnership and how technology is at the fulcrum of every banking innovation.




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Light tames lethal heart disorders in mice and virtual humans

Using high-tech human heart models and mouse experiments, scientists at Johns Hopkins and Germany's University of Bonn have shown that beams of light could replace electric shocks in patients reeling from a deadly heart rhythm disorder.

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Ecommerce logs 24% Q2 growth as premium products click; slowdown hits low-priced items

The 24% quarterly growth follows a slower-than-expected 16% growth in the January to March quarter, as reported by ET in May. While certain segments like pharma and eye wear have grown at a faster clip, senior ecommerce industry executives said there is an emerging trend of slowdown in online sales of low-priced items across categories like fashion, appliances, etc.




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Create flexible, adaptable cloud services with BT Cloud Compute

Cloud Compute is our latest cloud based data centre service allowing you to self-service and access cloud based infrastructure globally.It's all about choice and flexibility, building the service you need as for long as you need it. Setting up infrastructure that perfectly aligned, faster than ever with near instant provisioning times across private and public availability zones.




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Etihad Airways: Assuring special service levels for high-flying guests

A BT cloud-based virtual contact centre helps Etihad deliver own-language service excellence to guests from 37 countries




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CtrlS Datacenters says to offer access to Oracle AI, Cloud services

CtrlS will offer connectivity through two dedicated 100G Partner ports.




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Is 'learn to code' just empty advice now that AI does the heavy lifting? Here’s Google’s take

Google's head of research, Yossi Matias, emphasizes the enduring importance of coding skills in an AI-driven world. While acknowledging AI's growing role in software development, Matias argues that basic coding knowledge is crucial for understanding and leveraging AI's potential. He compares coding to math, suggesting that both are fundamental for navigating an increasingly tech-reliant society.




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Mobile app helps adolescents access health services in B'desh

Millions of adolescents in Bangladesh will be able to access health information and services through two online portals launched at the National Adolescent Health Conference.




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Microsoft says new computing service for chemicals can slash R&D time

The new offering uses a combination of existing quantum computers, artificial intelligence and conventional high-performance computing systems.




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Apple in talks with NPCI, plans to launch UPI based Apple Pay service in India

According to RBI’s Bulletin for June, UPI transactions in May reached a record Rs 14.3 trillion in terms of value and 9.41 billion in volume. Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is expected to account for 90% of retail digital transactions volume in the next five years.




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Paper-based device spots falsified or degraded medications (video)

The developing world is awash in substandard, degraded or falsified medications, which can either directly harm users or deprive them of needed treatment. And with internet sales of medications on the rise, people everywhere are increasingly at risk. So, a team of researchers has developed a simple, inexpensive paper-based device to screen suspicious medications.

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New device could help improve taste of foods low in fat, sugar and salt

Scientists may be closing in on a way to let consumers savor the sweet taste of cake, cookies and other culinary delights without the sugar rush. In preliminary tests using a new device developed in-house that allows them to screen for odor compounds in real foods, they have isolated several natural aromatic molecules that could be used to trick our brains into believing that desserts and other foods contain more fat, sugar or salt than they actually do.

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New service improves cloud storage usage on mobile devices

A new service developed at Binghamton University, State University of New York could improve performance of mobile devices that save data to the cloud.

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First in UP, Agra police launches advanced digital court monitoring system

The Agra Police Commissionerate launched the Commissionerate Courts Monitoring System (CCMS) to enhance transparency and efficiency in judicial processes. The digital portal, developed under Commissioner J Ravinder Goud's supervision, provides real-time access to case information for citizens and police officers, aiming to streamline and digitize court case management.




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Global IT spending on banking, investment services to reach $652 billion in 2023: Gartner

Driven by the increased use of consulting services and infrastructure as a service (IaaS), IT services will be the largest spending category, forecast to reach almost $270 billion in 2023.




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TecRivulet transforms customer service with advanced helpdesk systems

It offers centralized request management, omnichannel integration, self-service capabilities, enhanced visibility for business partners, employee training and tools, powerful analytics capabilities, seamless integration with existing systems, and comprehensive service offerings.




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Elevating financial services in digital age: Hybrid multicloud approach

While, traditionally, the financial services sector has taken a cautious approach to cloud adoption, the tide is turning, and adoption rates are accelerating across all cloud models.




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Indian Public Cloud services market to reach $24.2 billion by 2028: IDC

The PCS market includes infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS), platform-as-a-service (PaaS) and software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions. Public Cloud adoption in India continued to rise as enterprises preferred public cloud services for their digital transformation initiatives, application modernization, and productivity enhancements.




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US-based cloud services provider mulls GIFT City presence

Eton Solutions, a cloud-based services provider, is establishing a Technology Center in GIFT City, Gandhinagar, supporting their international growth and leveraging GIFT City's regulatory environment. Executive Chairman Satyen Patel emphasized India’s importance, the diaspora’s service potential, and the country's billionaire concentration. The company also launched AtlasFive, an ERP platform, as part of their expansion strategy.




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Microsoft & CISPE reach settlement on cloud licensing dispute, raising industry eyebrows

The deal reportedly totals around 20 million euros but excludes major players like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud Platform. This has drawn criticism from both the companies.




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MP govt to hire pvt agencies for cloud services for data security

Urban Development Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya said the decision has been taken to ensure smooth cloud services in each department of the state and to ensure the safety of the government's data.




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153: What Even Is an Office?




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Top U.S. foodservice trends

Snack-oriented foods and baked goods continue to drive top levels of growth in foodservice today.




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US Foods debuts e-commerce application for foodservice

MOXē makes operator experience easier with an all-in-one application that offers enhanced speed, confidence, and control.




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Prospector Popcorn releases Pumpkin Spice flavor

The company's classic caramel popcorn is coated with pumpkin spice and a white chocolate drizzle,




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Almond Board of California hires Charice Grace as manager, trade marketing and stewardship

The Almond Board of California (ABC) welcomes Charice Grace to the organization as new manager of trade marketing and stewardship.




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raincoast crisps brings back LTO pumpkin spice crackers

The artisan crisps reportedly blend flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg together with a crunch.




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Chesapeake Spice, Elite Spice triumph in SNAXPO 2023 Flavor Showdown

The two ingredients companies beat out stiff competition at the SNAC International event.




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TricorBraun appoints senior vice president and general counsel

Global packaging business TricorBraun has appointed Susan Bergethon as senior vice president and general counsel, effective immediately.




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Daiya rereleases dairy-free Pumpkin Spice Cheezecake

Dairy-free Pumpkin Spice Cheezecake is made with a sweet artisan crust and creamy pumpkin filling.




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Rich Products, Funfetti debut Cheesecake Single Slice

The 3.25-ounce Funfetti Cheesecake Slice comes 24 per case, with a shelf life of 365 days frozen and five days refrigerated.




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Bridor introduces five new vegan, globally-inspired breads for foodservice

Bridor, a global company dedicated to sharing the bakery cultures of the world, has expanded its Specialty Food portfolio with the launch of a new bread line.




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Little Northern Bakehouse Sweet Hawaiian Wide Slice bread

Maker of gluten-free and plant-based breads and bakery products, Little Northern Bakehouse is debuting Sweet Hawaiian Wide Slide bread which adds flavorful variety to their top-selling line of full-size loaves.




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The Rustik Oven launches Sliced Sourdough Sandwich Loaves

The new offering, available in both Sourdough and Multi-Grain Sourdough varieties, delivers the same signature, artisan-style taste and texture that fans of The Rustik Oven know and love.




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Pepperidge Farm Pumpkin Spice products return

The brand is bringing its Milano Pumpkin Spice Cookies and Pepperidge Farm Pumpkin Spice Swirl Bread back to shelves this fall.




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Fats and oils continue to weigh on consumers' packaged food choices amid pandemic pressures

Much has changed in consumers’ buying behaviors regarding foods, but their attention to the fats and oils in the packaged foods they purchase remains consistent, according to Cargill’s most recent FATitudes survey, conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic.




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Cargill, Frontline International partner to bring automated cooking oil management system to the foodservice industry

Recognizing that proper cooking oil management plays a critical role in achieving both objectives, Cargill has joined with Frontline International to develop the Kitchen Controller end-to-end, automated oil management system.




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ABA: Demand for soybean oil and other vegetable oils has exceeded supply while prices have skyrocketed

ABA recently released an infographic about the demand for soybean oil and vegetable oils. The demand has currently exceeded the supply, causing prices to rapidly increase.  




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Sunday Night Foods debuts premium chocolate ganache for foodservice

Dark chocolate ganache is now available in 8-pound, flexible pouches for chefs nationwide.




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BENEO launches first-ever instant functional rice starch for clean-label applications

BENEO, a manufacturer of functional ingredients, has announced the launch of its new precooked functional native rice starch, Remypure S52 P.




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Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream founder debuts better-for-you bars

The bars, composed of over 12 unique plants, at least six super fibers, and one fermented fiber, are designed to create and maintain a balanced microbiome and utilize upcycled fruit trimmings to create a healthy and sustainable product.




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Ice cream entrepreneur launches cool BFY bar brand

The founder of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams has launched a line of snack bars.




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Bimbo Bakehouse brings comprehensive solutions to foodservice and the in-store bakery

Throughout the year, whenever you pick up a sandwich away from home, there is a good chance you have Bimbo Bakehouse to thank for your bread.




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American Pie Council urges everyone everywhere to enjoy a slice on National Pie Day

Whether it is apple, pumpkin, pecan, blueberry, cherry, peach, Key lime, lemon meringue, coconut cream, sweet potato, mince or countless more, the sweet, savory tastes are as American as... well, you know.