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ADNOC has deployed Neuron 5, its industry-leading artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled process optimization technology, to hundreds of pieces of equipment at its onshore Northeast Bab (NEB) field and ADNOC Gas' Taweelah gas compression plant. Developed by ADNOC's Thamama Excellence Centre, AIQ and AVEVA, the innovative solution autonomously monitors the performance of critical equipment, enabling process optimisation and preventive maintenance, reducing operational downtime, increasing efficiency and reducing the need for time-consuming manual inspections. Neuron 5 uses advanced AI models and deep learning algorithms to interpret data received from sensors on critical equipment, including pressure, temperature and vibration, to predict maintenance needs and…
A decade ago, federal officials drafted a plan to stop Medicare Advantage health insurers from overbilling the government by billions of dollars, but then abruptly rescinded it after an “uproar” from the industry, newly unsealed court documents show. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued proposed rules in January 2014 that would require health insurance plans to identify overpayments by CMS when reviewing patients' medical records and reimburse the government. But in May 2014, CMS abandoned the idea without any public explanation. In newly unsealed court testimony, CMS officials repeatedly cited concerns about industry pressure. CMS's 2014 decision and…
Lego sales to grow 13% in first half of 2024; Company gains market share in flat toy market; CEO sees double-digit sales growth for full year; Lego to open stores in ChinaCOPENHAGEN (Reuters) – Danish toy maker Lego said on Monday sales of its colourful plastic bricks outpaced the overall toy market in the first half of this year, helped by strong demand in Europe and North America.Lego's sales surge contrasts with a stagnant global toy market and weak sales at rivals such as Mattel (MAT.O) (opens in a new tab), which makes Barbie dolls, and Hasbro (HAS.O) (opens in…
The sudden arrest of Telegram co-founder, Russia-born Pavel Durov, after disembarking from a private jet in Paris last Saturday night has thrust the once-minor social network into the spotlight like never before.Durov's arrest, following an investigation by the Paris prosecutor into organized crime, child sexual abuse images, fraud and money laundering on the platform, also raises the stakes for the European Union, which has enacted some of the world's most ambitious laws to police the internet, notably the Digital Services Act (DSA). The DSA, which will take effect in November 2022, targets online platforms that are, in EU Commissioner Thierry…
Dear Abby: My young adult daughter came out as transgender a few months ago. My husband and I, as well as her siblings, support her and love her unconditionally. She recently decided to break the news to her grandparents, sending them a heartfelt email with some resources for grandparents, one of whom was fully supportive, immediately began using the correct name and pronouns, began researching, and continues to treat her as the wonderful young person she is. The other grandparents sent me an email saying, “We love you because you're family, but we don't really support you.” We haven't been…
Pope Francis leaves on Monday for a four-nation tour of Asia, a 12-day trip he calls a “show of strength” for the 87-year-old pontiff, with climate change and Catholic-Muslim dialogue high on the agenda.VATICAN CITY, Aug 29 (Reuters) – Pope Francis leaves on Monday for a visit to four Southeast Asian island nations, an ambitious trip to spur global action on climate change that may test the mettle of the 87-year-old head of the world Catholic Church.Francis will travel about 33,000 kilometers (20,500 miles) for 12 days from September 2 to 13, visiting Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor and…
With just one week to go, Asia's must-attend event for the global fruit and vegetable business, reserve your seat now and get ready to experience the best of 'fresh' in Hong Kong. Asia Fruit Logistica is ready to return to Hong Kong from 4-6 September 2024 to reunite its global fresh produce business in Asia. Asia's largest fresh fruit and vegetable trade fair will return to AsiaWorld-Expo and is expected to be its biggest and best exhibition yet, according to a media release from organisers Global Produce Events. “We are thrilled to welcome the vibrant community of global fresh produce…
August 28, 2024 12:32 PM Amitabh Bachchan's family office acquires stake in Swiggy; financial details not disclosed. Actor Amitabh Bachchan's family office has acquired a small stake in quick commerce giant Swiggy, The Economic Times reported. Details of the financial deal were not disclosed but the paper claims it is significant. This comes amid growing interest in the quick commerce industry due to the growing demand for faster delivery services. Actor Amitabh Bachchan meets fans at his 'Jalsa' residence in Mumbai. (PTI) This comes after reports that the company was seeking an initial public offering (IPO) targeting a valuation of…
Starmer and Scholz are 'on the same page' Published at 08:09 BST08:09 BSTNils Schmidt, foreign affairs spokesman for Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democrats, told our colleagues on Radio 4's Today programme.He said Mr Scholz and Mr Starmer were “more or less on the same page” when it came to Britain's relationship with the EU.”The German government is constantly working to bring the UK closer to Europe and to boost cooperation between the UK and the European Union in as many areas as possible, from trade to student mobility and defence.” “And of course the idea is to lay the groundwork…
The owner of a Delhi-based mobile accessories brand has faced backlash after he shared his experience of making deliveries to customers and how he felt when the customers thought he was a regular delivery boy. Akash Bansal on Monday narrated his experience of cash on delivery in the national capital using X. Akash Bansal's excitement quickly turned to disappointment while delivering an order in Delhi. (Instagram/@akashbnsal) {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} In the post, Bansal said that his company recently received a cash-on-delivery order for Rs 3,200. When he realised that the delivery address was close to his office, just a…