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Researchers studying sleep are willing to pay people $1,000 to channel Liz Lemon and work on their nighttime routine for three months.

Sleep Junkie, a research firm affiliated with mattress retailer Amerisleep, LLC, is looking for volunteers for a study to see if the old myth that che

Sleep Junkie, a research firm affiliated with mattress retailer Amerisleep, LLC, is looking for volunteers for a study to see if the old myth that cheese causes nightmares still holds true. After eating the various cheeses and falling asleep, participants will have to write an evaluation of their dreams, nightmares, and overall sleep quality when they wake up. Participants, known as dairy dreamers, must be at least 21, sleep alone, maintain a consistent sleep schedule, and own a smartwatch or fitness tracker, according to the job application. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

Asia While traders await rate decisions, markets are mixed.

On Monday, Asian stocks were mixed as traders struggled to maintain momentum from last weeks rally. The Federal Reserves preferred inflation gauge ros

On Monday, Asian stocks were mixed as traders struggled to maintain momentum from last weeks rally. The Federal Reserves preferred inflation gauge rose at its slowest pace in more than a year in December, according to data. The European Central Bank and the Bank of England are also expected to make announcements this week. US Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen said she is still concerned about the US economys prospects. Oil prices rose due to increased demand expectations as China eased Covid controls. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

Forwarders digest for Maersk North America for January 2023.

The Maersk Communications Team investigated the most recent predictions for the coming year. Here are some key trends to keep an eye on and plan for i

The Maersk Communications Team investigated the most recent predictions for the coming year. Here are some key trends to keep an eye on and plan for in the coming year. There has never been a greater need for domestic and international freight forwarders to be resilient. In 2023, sustainability will remain a key freight forwarding industry trend. 71% of global consumers are making changes to live more sustainably and purchase more sustainable products. Over the next few years, the global digital freight forward market is expected to grow at a 23% annual rate. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

On a framework to rebalance their alliance, Renault and Nissan agree.

Renault Group and Nissan have reached an agreement on a basic framework for rebalancing their decadesold partnership. Renault will reduce its controll

Renault Group and Nissan have reached an agreement on a basic framework for rebalancing their decadesold partnership. Renault will reduce its controlling stake in Nissan from 43 percent to 15 percent, while Nissan will participate in a new Renault electric vehicle spinoff. An announcement could come as soon as February 6. Nissan will invest in Ampere, a proposed Renault spinoff that will house the French automakers EV and software operations. The spinoff will primarily focus on developing and selling fullelectric vehicles that meet stringent European emissions regulations. More equality could usher in a new era dubbed Alliance 2.0 by some. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

For its first buildtorent project in Australia, Lendlease collaborates with QuadReal in Brisbane.

Lendlease has a $28 billion BTR pipeline and has completed over 2,600 apartments in the sector worldwide. The partnerships plans for Brisbane include

Lendlease has a $28 billion BTR pipeline and has completed over 2,600 apartments in the sector worldwide. The partnerships plans for Brisbane include 443 buildtorent units on 37 levels, with a mix of studio, one, two, and threebedroom apartments. Lendlease is currently planning to build 1,500 residentialforrent apartments in Chicago, New York, and London. Last November, the Vancouverbased company broke ground on a 37level project in Toronto for 1,000 renters. The Brisbane development will provide residents with premium amenities and communal spaces, such as a 25metre lap pool with a beach edge and podcast and music recording studios. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

To increase its presence in South Asia, The Economist partners with Mint.

The Economist Group UK, publisher of The Economist, and HT Media, publisher of Mint, have formed a multiyear partnership to bundle their premium busin

The Economist Group UK, publisher of The Economist, and HT Media, publisher of Mint, have formed a multiyear partnership to bundle their premium business subscriptions. The agreement will give Mints premium subscribers access to The Economists global analysis, as well as The Economist access to Mints growing subscriber base. According to Puneet Jain, CEO of HT Digital Streams, a wholly owned subsidiary of HT Media, the collaboration will result in mutual benefits for the publishers. Users of Mint are among the most discerning readers who are interested in India and the world. The Economist, based in London, is a news magazine with a growing presence in AsiaPacific. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

Will a European ban on Russian diesel increase fuel prices worldwide?

The European Union ban goes into effect on February 5, following its embargo on coal and most Russian oil. Diesel prices have already risen since the

The European Union ban goes into effect on February 5, following its embargo on coal and most Russian oil. Diesel prices have already risen since the start of the Ukraine war, and they may rise again. Europe could look for new sources, such as the United States, India, or Middle Eastern countries. According to the EUs top energy official, markets have had time to adjust since the ban was announced in June. Europeans appear to have stocked up on Russian diesel ahead of the deadline, as imports increased last month. US suppliers have increased supplies to record levels, increasing from 34,000 barrels per day at the start of 2022 to 237,000 in January. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago      

Cofounder of Mad Paws provides growth tactics for startup companies.

Alexis Soulopoulos, cofounder of Mad Paws, discusses how the pet sitting website grew from humble beginnings to an Australian success story. Since its

Alexis Soulopoulos, cofounder of Mad Paws, discusses how the pet sitting website grew from humble beginnings to an Australian success story. Since its inception in 2014, Mad Paws has served over 328,000 customers and provided over two million pet care services. At the upcoming E2E Summit in February, Soulopoulos will discuss his approach to scaling the company. We signed up so many users essentially for free with very little money, says Nick Soulopoulos, cofounder of pet booking site Mad Paws. Next month, Soulopoulos will speak at the E2E Summit in London. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 months ago