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An Inquiry into Cloud Computing Business Practices: The Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comments

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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The FTC just released a Request for Information (RFI) on the business practices of Cloud Computing Providers.

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  • The FTC just released a Request for Information (RFI) on the business practices of Cloud Computing Providers.
  • The RFI is a tool to gather information and inform the FTC’s understanding of cloud computing – we're interested in hearing about issues from users of cloud services, academics, civil society groups, industry participants, and more.
  • The public is invited to submit comments on any issue related to cloud computing, with a particular focus on issues related to market power, business practices affecting competition, and potential security risks.
  • Cloud computing is a central part of the economy, with companies projected to spend $576 billion on cloud computing in 2023.
  • Below, we discuss three key areas of interest in cloud computing – each of which is reflected in our RFI questions.
  • [9] Cloud computing provides customers with powerful tools and may come with a range of security risks.
  • [16] The FTC is also interested in hearing about issues related to market power and business practices affecting competition.

Business fined £200,000 for making over 1.7million unlawful calls

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Monday, February 20, 2023
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The ICO’s investigation also found evidence to suggest that It’s OK Ltd were potentially targeting elderly individuals.

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  • The ICO’s investigation also found evidence to suggest that It’s OK Ltd were potentially targeting elderly individuals.
  • “We are always happy to support legitimate companies who want to comply with the law.
  • Last year, we released updated direct marketing guidance to help those very businesses.“We are always happy to support legitimate companies who want to comply with the law.
  • I was informed that my current service plan was due to expire and it needed to be renewed.
  • I renewed it and I have been told that I am not eligible to receive an engineer visit for a service.
  • It’s OK Ltd has received £194.40 from me a pensioner and will not provide a service.
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    “Tried to rush me into renewing warranty on washing implying warranty had expired recently.

R. Douglas Leonard Jr. Appointed to Lead ANAB as Executive Director

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is pleased to announce that R. Douglas Leonard Jr. has been appointed as executive director of its wholly owned subsidiary, the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), effective November 21. ANAB is the largest multi-disciplinary ISO/IEC 17011 accreditation body in North America, with comprehensive signatory status across the multilateral recognition arrangements of the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC).

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  • has been appointed as executive director of its wholly owned subsidiary, the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), effective November 21.
  • As executive director, Leonard will provide the strategic leadership to position ANAB at the forefront of international accreditation, assuring the integrity of services, advancing ANAB's vision and mission, and striving for sustained growth and diversification.
  • A veteran of the conformity assessment community, Leonard has served as co-interim executive director of ANAB since December 2021 and in the capacity of ANAB vice president of product, inspection, laboratory, and related activities since 2015.
  • ANAB also announced that Warren Merkel will join ANAB as vice presidentpolicy, effective November 21.

Rich Talent Group promotes two Principals

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rich Talent Group (RTG), executive recruiting firm known for its track record of building diverse leadership teams and boards, announced two promotions into the role of Principal this year: Roxie (Shealy) Rum and Sunny Zhang.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rich Talent Group (RTG), executive recruiting firm known for its track record of building diverse leadership teams and boards, announced two promotions into the role of Principal this year: Roxie (Shealy) Rum and Sunny Zhang.
  • In addition to bringing new leaders onboard, RTG has always been committed to nurturing talent and promoting from within," said Jana Rich, Founder and CEO, "Over the years, both Roxie and Sunny have demonstrated the ability to partner with a broad range of clients and recruit incredible talent.
  • They will play an integral role in our firm as we continue to help our clients build extraordinary leadership teams."
  • Rich Talent Group partners with today's visionary companies to build transformative leadership teams and boards that help change the world.

Summons to the Extraordinary General Meeting of shareholders in Castellum AB (publ)

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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This means that the Extraordinary General Meeting will be conducted without the physical presence of shareholders, representatives or external parties and that shareholders will only be able to exercise their voting rights by postal voting in advance of the Extraordinary General Meeting in the manner described below.

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  • This means that the Extraordinary General Meeting will be conducted without the physical presence of shareholders, representatives or external parties and that shareholders will only be able to exercise their voting rights by postal voting in advance of the Extraordinary General Meeting in the manner described below.
  • Please note that notification to the Extraordinary General Meeting can only be made by postal voting.
  • The completed and signed form shall be sent to Castellum AB (publ), "Extraordinary General Meeting", c/o Euroclear Sweden AB, Box 191, 101 23 Stockholm, Sweden.
  • no later than November 28, 2022, to Castellum AB, "Extraordinary General Meeting", Box 70414, 107 25 Stockholm, Sweden, or by email to [email protected] .

Summons to the Extraordinary General Meeting of shareholders in Castellum AB (publ)

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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This means that the Extraordinary General Meeting will be conducted without the physical presence of shareholders, representatives or external parties and that shareholders will only be able to exercise their voting rights by postal voting in advance of the Extraordinary General Meeting in the manner described below.

Key Points: 
  • This means that the Extraordinary General Meeting will be conducted without the physical presence of shareholders, representatives or external parties and that shareholders will only be able to exercise their voting rights by postal voting in advance of the Extraordinary General Meeting in the manner described below.
  • Please note that notification to the Extraordinary General Meeting can only be made by postal voting.
  • The completed and signed form shall be sent to Castellum AB (publ), "Extraordinary General Meeting", c/o Euroclear Sweden AB, Box 191, 101 23 Stockholm, Sweden.
  • no later than November 28, 2022, to Castellum AB, "Extraordinary General Meeting", Box 70414, 107 25 Stockholm, Sweden, or by email to [email protected] .

THE GENERAL INSURANCE ANNOUNCES MULTIYEAR MARKETING PARTNERSHIP WITH NBA G LEAGUE AND G LEAGUE IGNITE

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. and NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The General Insurance, the NBA G League and G League Ignite today announced a multiyear marketing partnership that makes The General the exclusive auto-insurance partner of the NBA G League and G League Ignite. The collaboration creates a unique opportunity for The General to connect with G League audiences through creative storytelling, digital activations and community engagement efforts.

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  • -- The Collaboration Tips off with an Upcoming Docuseries Debuting on Dec. 5,"The Break
    NASHVILLE, Tenn. and NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The General Insurance, the NBA G League and G League Ignite today announced a multiyear marketing partnership that makes The General the exclusive auto-insurance partner of the NBA G League and G League Ignite.
  • "We're thrilled to tip off this new marketing partnership with the G League and Ignite.
  • "We're pleased to welcome The General as a partner of the NBA G League and Ignite," said George Wilson, Head of Partnerships at the NBA G League.
  • NBA G League Ignite is a first-of-its-kind team dedicated to developing top young prospects in preparation for the NBA Draft.

Buildkite Raises $21 Million to Invent the Future of DevOps

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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PERTH, Australia, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Buildkite, an industry-leading software development company, today announces the completion of a $21 million USD Series B funding round to help the company on its mission to unblock every software developer on the planet.

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  • Over the last nine years, Buildkite's platform has quickly become the most performant way to build, test, and deploy software at scale.
  • This provides DevOps teams the ability to achieve closer performance parity to production systems through utilization of their own resources while keeping their source code within their walls.
  • Buildkite democratizes the craft of software development by giving back control to developers.
  • Buildkite is the fastest and most secure way to build, test, and deploy software at any scale.

Stuffed Puffs® Unveils Must-Have Nostalgic Collab with Cinnamon Toast Crunch™

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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BETHLEHEM, Pa., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Stuffed Puffs® unveiled a tastebud-bursting snack experience like never before. Meet Stuffed Puffs Big Bites® Cinnamon Toast Crunch™ Filled Marshmallows! In partnership with General Mills and available exclusively at Walmart, this marks the first time these two favorites have been melded together for an irresistible, cinnamon cereal-coated delight.

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  • Meet Stuffed Puffs Big Bites Cinnamon Toast Crunch Filled Marshmallows!
  • We've taken the best part of eating cereal, the awesome Cinnamilk at the bottom of the bowl, packed that flavor into the center of a Stuffed Puffs, and coated them with crunchy crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch," said Mike Tierney, Founder & CEO of Stuffed Puffs.
  • Exclusively launching at Walmart, Stuffed Puffs Big Bites Cinnamon Toast Crunch Filled Marshmallow is their first-ever co-branded product, marking a huge milestone for the young brand.
  • To learn more about Stuffed Puffs and Cinnamon Toast Crunch, please visit www.stuffedpuffs.com and @stuffedpuffs on Instagram and TikTok.

Virtual- Ports Introduces a New One Hand, One Tool Laparoscopy Maneuvering Approach at MEDICA

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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HOD HASHARON, Israel , Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Virtual-Ports Ltd a medical device company announced today the launch of its new end-to-end laparoscopy surgeon support system at the MEDICA Dusseldorf conference. The launch is a result of a holistic change in the company's blueprint to a new clinical approach and rebranding. The company's technology was initially designed specifically for single port laparoscopy surgery and has now expanded towards traditional and robotic assisted laparoscopic surgery, able to significantly reduce surgeon dependency on assistance and tools, while increasing intra-surgical flexibility which the company calls "The Freedom to Operate", leveraging a single-hand use device for reduction in procedure complexity and improved outcomes as proven by over 25K performed procedures.

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  • HOD HASHARON, Israel, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Virtual-Ports Ltd a medical device company announced today the launch of its new end-to-end laparoscopy surgeon support system at the MEDICA Dusseldorf conference.
  • The launch is a result of a holistic change in the company's blueprint to a new clinical approach and rebranding.
  • This shift results in reduced healthcare systems' cost and enables more minimally invasive procedures to be performed per day with better overall results.
  • Founded in 2006, Virtual Ports team is dedicated to empower surgeons with streamlined, advanced and innovative devices that aid laparoscopic procedures with secured organ maneuvering and visualization.