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IRS Breach Exposes Household Data
May 27, 2015

The data from tax returns for roughly 100,000 households was stolen by cybercriminals who used the IRS’s online services to hack the database, the IRS said yesterday (May 26). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Despite Reports, Desktop Internet Is Alive And Well
May 27, 2015

Though the imminent death of desktop computing at the hands of a newly ascendent mobile has become a popular story over the last few years, as it turns out, those reports may be a little exaggerated. Desktop isn’t dying – in fact, when it comes to...

The Overwhelming Burden of Big Data
May 26, 2015

Some of the world’s largest companies, like Apple and Google, are touting their achievements in the world of Big Data and working to innovate in the Internet of Things space. But new research from B2B technology firm EMC reveals that even some of the biggest...

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China’s Banks Weary of P2P Lending
May 26, 2015

China’s alternative lending market remains only a small fraction of lending in the nation, but experts say P2P finance is poised to become a viable threat to the traditional lending sector. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

B2B eCommerce Rivalry Between China, India Heats Up
May 26, 2015

India Prime Minister Narendra Modi may be pushing for a rise in Made-In-India manufacturing, but competitive pricing from China often proves too good to pass up, especially in the eCommerce sector, according to the latest reports. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Late Payments Take A Heavy Toll On EU Employment
May 26, 2015

Across Europe, small businesses are struggling to grapple with getting paid on later terms by their large corporate buyers. While the topic has gained significant attention in the U.K., forcing lawmakers to address the issue with legislation, the problem is widespread across the EU. Get...

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New Startup Tackles The US Food Supply Chain
May 26, 2015

A new Pakistani startup is coming to the U.S., and the company aims to streamline the so-called last mile of the food distribution supply chain. Founded by Kash Rehman, Foodem was built with the understanding that the food supply chain is highly fragmented, leading to...

Munchery Meal Delivery Raises Money At $300M Valuation
May 26, 2015

The fast-food delivery model continues to gain validation, as Munchery, the San-Francisco-based service specializing in microwavable meals, is close to finalizing a funding round of as much as $85 million. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Microsoft’s Plan To Buy Salesforce Flops
May 26, 2015

While all signs were pointing to a Salesforce acquisition by Microsoft, it appears as though that deal has fallen through, CNBC reported, citing people said to be familiar with the matter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...