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[mariacallous]

As the Trump administration executes an aggressive deportation campaign across the United States, a growing number of US companies warn that the crackdown could threaten their operations.

Since January, more than 40 companies have mentioned the impact of deportations in filings to the US Securities and Exchange Commission, with many saying it could hurt the labor force, increase the risk of a recession, or create more economic uncertainty, according to 74 filings reviewed by WIRED. The impacted industries span a wide cross-section of the US economy, including food production, tech, and construction.

“Many farms employ hard-working, non-criminal employees who have not yet achieved legal citizenship,” reads one filing from ImmuCell, which develops and sells drugs for animals in the beef and dairy industries. “Significant deportations of these individuals could have a negative impact on the operations of our customers and of our source farms.”

It’s highly unusual for companies to mention deportations in filings to the SEC. Between June 2020 and January 2025, just six SEC filings mentioned deportations. From June 2015 to January 2025, that number rose to 22.

Since taking office, however, President Trump has made cracking down on illegal immigration a cornerstone of his policy agenda. White House deputy chief of staff for policy Stephen Miller has instructed Immigration and Customs Enforcement to work toward a minimum of 3,000 arrests of undocumented immigrants daily, and the agency has been orchestrating raids at workplaces, outside elementary schools, and even inside people’s homes.

The highly visible deportation campaign has sparked nationwide anti-ICE protests and helped energize the “No Kings” demonstrations that swept the country this past weekend. The Trump administration has reportedly told ICE to scale back its workplace raids, in part due to concerns over how they are affecting the agriculture, hospitality, and restaurant industries.

Zevin Asset Management, a “socially-responsible” investment firm that owns shares in Google’s parent company Alphabet, said in a proposal on behalf of two investors that mass deportations should prompt Alphabet to have a better “due diligence process” to determine whether its businesses "contributes to human rights harms in conflict-affected and high-risk areas.”

Google’s work as “one of the leading cloud computing providers” to ICE, US Customs and Border Protection, and the US government at large raised concerns of a “potential complicity in human rights harms” happening at the US Southern border, the proposal claims.

“These abuses include the separation of children from their parents, arbitrary arrests and detentions, poor detention conditions, and unlawful deportations to countries with poor human rights records,” the proposal claims.

Most of the other filings mention deportations in relation to risks to future business or net income.

Hawaiian Electric, the primary electricity provider of Hawaii, said in its SEC filing that “recession risks increase due to federal policies and actions, including trade policies, mass deportations, and spending cuts.” The filing cited an economic forecast from the University of Hawaii published in May that predicted “limited GDP growth for 2025 and a contraction in 2026, marking Hawaii’s first recession since the pandemic.”

Other filings suggested a recession could come even earlier. The community bank Hanmi Bank, under its holding company Hanmi Financial Corp., said in an SEC filing that “the combination of tariffs, rising inflation, deportations, global political unrest and tensions, and reduced credit availability” could cause “a mild recession in 2025.”

Some companies said that deportations could fuel labor shortages. Century Communities, a homebuilding company, said in its 2024 annual report that if it's unable to hire enough skilled tradesmen and contractors, it "may have a material adverse effect on our standards of service."

“Labor shortages may be caused by, among other factors, slowing rates of immigration and/or increased deportations since a substantial portion of the construction labor force is made up of immigrants,” the filing says.

A few companies mentioned deportations but said that they aren’t sure how the crackdown will impact their business. The holding companies for banks Bridgewater Bancshares, Heartland Bank and Trust Company, and Heritage Bank, for example, mention mass deportations in a list of factors that could affect their “forward looking statements,” which predict how well the banks may perform in the coming months. However, the companies stopped short of saying whether deportations would harm or help their businesses.

Other companies said that deportations present some risk to the economy but noted they do not expect it to cause widespread damage or hurt their business.

In a filing for Forum Investment Group’s real estate income fund, the firm said that “stricter immigration controls and deportations” could have mixed outcomes. The filing claims these policies could increase inflation, but possibly be a “boon for U.S. workers (higher wages)” or cool down “overheated housing markets.”

Some companies argued that their businesses could be at risk if their customers are affected by deportations. Pacific Airport Group, which operates through airports in Mexico and Jamaica, said that policies like mass deportations and restrictions on international travel would hugely impact airport traffic, and therefore the company’s bottom line.

“These measures could create uncertain economic conditions in Mexico, affecting leisure, visiting friends and relatives, and business travel, to and from the country,” the filing says.

Meanwhile, the cloud communications and financial services company IDT Corporation said that mass deportations could “negatively impact” its enterprise customers, like the remittance transfer service BOSS Money, and the money transfer and international call servicing company BOSS Revolution. Anything that disrupts people’s ability to work or travel outside their country of origin, IDT claimed, could hurt customers and therefore its business.

The discount store chain Pricesmart, which operates throughout Central America, said that mass deportations could have a devastating effect on an entire region. If there’s a major reduction in foreign workers sending money to their families in Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Honduras, those nations’ economies would suffer and so would Pricesmart stores, the filing said. Money from foreign workers, the company warns, is “a key source of income and poverty alleviation for millions of families.”

[theyhavetakenovermylife]

Shadows Entwined: Part 5

BatmanVsTmnt!Leonardo x sidekick!reader

Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 / Part 6 Part 7 Part 8 Part 9 Part 10 Part 11 Part 12 Part 13 Bonus (18+)

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A/N: Boy, did this take longer than I had thought it would. Anyway, it is finally going again!💙

Also, how have I been so thick that I did not know commissioner Gordon is Batgirl’s dad?? My Batman loving little brother would hate me if he knew…

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You learn about a break in at Arkham Asylum and get a little closer to the leader in blue.

Warnings: None in this one. Just a little fun before the horror.

The reader and the turtles are 19.

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You watched curiously as the four mutant turtles started eating their pizzas, causing tomato sauce to be smeared all over their face. And you watched in amusement as they turned down Alfred’s offer on napkins, causing the poor man to enter yet another state of mental crisis. And here you thought your and Damian’s antics in the Wayne Manor was bad enough, but so far the turtles had already caused Alfred more trouble than you and your brother had ever done in a week.

Leo noticed the way you were looking at him and his brothers, and shot you a questioning look.

“Uhm…”, you said, holding a finger up to your face. “You got a little…”

“Oh!”, Leo said in sudden realization, quickly getting his face clean with the back of his hand. Once more you couldn’t help but laugh, and Leo found himself more focused on the beautiful sound instead of the pizza slice in his hand.

As Batgirl was about to take a bite of her pizza, and you finally managed to get a piece from Robin, Batman’s voice sounded behind you.

“Batgirl, Robin, (H/N). Shredder and Ra’s will be looking for something to replace the Cloud Seeder. Any leads on where they might find that?”

“Not right this second, no”, Batgirl said, quickly whipping the pizza grease from her face.

“Then that’s what you should be working on”, Batman said before walking away.

Suddenly the pizza in your mouth didn’t taste as great as it did a few seconds ago. You saw your brother stare down at the uneaten pizza in his hand, before he let out a sigh.

“Yes sir”.

“Come on, dude”, Michelangelo said, following Batman with a slice of pizza in his hand. “You can’t fight crime without partaking in a cheesy slice!”

“This isn’t the time for pizza”, was all Batman said, causing Mikey to stand back in shock and sadness, not believing what he had just heard. This prompted Donatello to comfort his brother with the same pizza slice, soothing his head while shushing him.

A familiar beeping rang out through the Batcave, with the well known bat logo taking over the big computer screen.

“The Bat Signal”, Batman said, turning back towards you and the rest of your bat family. “Robin, (H/N), Batgirl. Let’s move”.

“What about them?”, Batgirl asked, nodding towards the turtles.

“What do you mean, what about us?”, Leo asked, his eyes finding yours for a short second, causing your chest to feel a little lighter. “We’re coming with you”.

“Please no”, Robin said, rubbing the bridge of his nose. “If they come along she'll never keep her eyes straight!”, he exclaimed pointing in your and Leo’s direction. Your face suddenly felt hotter than the pizza slice you ate a few moments ago. You did not dare to look at Leo’s face, but had you done it, you would have noticed how his face has gotten just as hot as yours.

“I don’t know Shredder and I don’t know the Foot. Leonardo and his brothers are important assets”, Batman said, handing Raphael his sai back. “But, you’ll have to follow orders”. Batman eyes narrowed in on Leonardo. “This is still my city”. That comment did not go past the leader in blue. Batman wasn’t just talking about Gotham. He was talking about you as well. Asking Leonardo to follow his order on his ground, and his order when in regards to you.

“Deal”, Leo said, holding out his hand for Batman to shake on, only to be interrupted by Michelangelo, carrying the last of the uneaten pizza.

“We’re definitely gonna want road pizza!”

And with that you left the Batcave and went straight to the source of the Bat Signal. You did not find it surprising, to find the location to be Gotham City Police Department, and you found it less surprising when you saw Batgirl’s father standing on the roof, waiting, mumbling to himself like always.

“Hmm… Ninjas… As if he didn’t have enough problems in this city”, you heard commissioner Gordon say.

“Commissioner Gordon”. The old and tired commissioner turned at the sound of Batman’s well known voice. “What have you got for me?”

“It’s Arkham”, Gordon said, pulling a folder from his jacket. “The alarms went off an hour ago, but when…” He stopped, seeing the company that Batman had brought along. You, Robin and Batgirl was not an unusual sight for him, but four humanoid terrapins. That was something new. “What are those?”

“Teenagers”, Mikey smiled brightly.

“Mutants”, Donnie pointed out.

“Ninja”, Raphael growled.

“Turtles”, Leo finished.

“Have your boyfriend and his brothers been practicing or something?”, Robin asked you in a whisper, causing you to flick him over the head with your finger. Leo swallowed, acting as if he hadn't heard that.

Commissioner Gordon sighed, rubbing his temple, mumbling about a nice retirement where turtles didn’t talk.

“It’s okay Jim”, Batman comforted the commissioner. “They’re friends”. Jim Gordon took a second look at the four mutant turtles, thoughts spinning in his head, until Batman brought him back to reality. “Arkham?”

“Right”, Gordon breathed out, fixing his glasses. “When my people tried to move in they were attacked by ninjas. Like the ones that have been knocking over laboratories”.

“Shredder”, Leo grumbled, punching his left fist into the palm of his right hand.

“We got the perimeter locked down, but we have to assume there’s hostages inside”, commissioner Gordon continued, looking back down into his folder. “Guards, doctors, nurses. I need you too…” Jim Gordon looked up to find that all of you had already left. No trace of the people he just had been talking to. “Sure”, he mumbled to himself. “Leave before I finish, pff, that never gets old”.

You jumped and ran from one roof to another, right in the heels of Batman and Leonardo, listening as they were discussing the information commissioner Gordon had just provided.

“The Foot have been robbing high tech laboratories all week”, Leo said as you ran across the rooftop. “It doesn’t make sense for Shredder to take over an asylum all of a sudden”.

“It doesn’t matter”, Batman said, keeping his eyes ahead of him as you got closer to the edge before the next building. “Arkham and its inmates are too dangerous to take any chances”.

You jumped over the edge and the alley underneath, seeing the moon light cast shadows on the street below, before continuing onto the next roof. You heard as Mikey laughed and roared, riding his skateboard like a mad man.

“Last one there pays the pizza!”, he called out to Robin as he rode past him.

“It’s not a race!”, Robin yelled back in annoyance.

“Not with that attitude it isn’t”, Batgirl said, bringing out her grappling hook, before shooting away over the night sky.

“You gotta step it up, little brother! Otherwise I would like a family size!” you smiled, increasing your speed so you could get ahead of him, inching ever closer to Leo’s side. His blue eyes catching a glimpse of you out of the corner of his eye. “What do you say, Blue? Last one there have to do push ups?”

“Just because I’m a turtle, it doesn’t mean that I am slow!”, he called after you as you raced ahead, a smile spreading over his face.

“I’ll have to see you ahead of me before I’ll believe it!”, you called out, jumping to the next building, your hair flowing behind you as you did so.

Doing his best to ignore the burning look from Batman, Leo sped out, jumping right after you. A laughter escaped you as you noticed he was catching up. Wasn’t all of you on a daring mission on your way to Arkham Asylum, with your father’s heavy gaze right behind you, Leo wondered what he could do when he caught up to you. Would he dare to hug you? Just the mere thought was enough to make him scold himself mentally. Just a moment ago he had thought of what Shredder’s plans might be, and now he wanted to hug you.

Leo watched as you jumped onto yet another roof, a level further down than the one you just came from, way ahead than the rest of Leo and the rest. Disappearing from his vision, Leo couldn’t help but get a little worried. He increased his speed even further, before jumping down to the same roof. But Leo’s worry only grew further when he couldn’t find you on said rooftop. A mild panic managed to settle into Leo’s head, worrying what could have happened to you. Did the Foot take you? Or Ra’s al Ghul? What would Batman say? Were you okay?-

“Boo!”

Leo jumped and turned, finding you laughing your warm laughter. He couldn’t help feeling relieved, seeing your happy smile in front of him. But how you managed to sneak up on him was a mystery. Yet another thing he wished to learn about you.

“I’m sorry, Leo”, you said, holding your stomach in laughter. “I couldn’t help myself”.

“No, it’s okay”, he said, taking the time to admire your face and your smile, just as Robin jumped over your heads and landed on the roof, his feet still moving as he ran.

“You gotta step it up, big sis!”, he yelled over your shoulder. “I doubt Turtle Boy can pay for my deep pan!”

Leo caught a glimpse of your face turning deep red under your mask, before you started running after your adopted brother.

“You little maggot!”

Leo couldn't help but chuckle as he started running after the two of you. Maybe it wasn’t so bad to be dreaming about hugging you. Especially not if you looked that adorable with a red face.

[the-blind-assassin-12]

WIP whatever day it is

After a long and depressing drought I am finally making some progress with my writing again (those 300 word valentine's day drabbles shook the rust off!) so I can finally share some snippets!

Over the last *checks notes* 3.5 weeks *gulp, sorry!* I was tagged in wip posts by @sp00kymulderr @grogusmum and @maggiemayhemnj but had nothing at all to share, but I'm fixing that now! Thanks for the tags friends!

Going with one long snippet from Dagger - my very late entry in @jolapeno's Dearuary event that I am aiming to finish next:

It was true that you had become a jewel in CMI’s crown in regards to closing piracy cases and making sure that mining protocols for safety, productivity and loss prevention were being carried out. But there were still some who remembered  how you came to work at the bureau in the first place. There were still some who called you a poacher, a pirate, a backstabber. There were some who cherished any chance they got to remind you - or anyone who would listen - that you only had your job because you had been caught violating mining law on Bahkroma Green, and that you were hired as part of a dated program that sought to get inside the minds of the criminals they were tracking down. Of the twenty agents hired through that program, you were the only one who hadn’t returned to illegal activities, the only one who hadn’t somehow used your position to feed information to anyone on the outside. And some at the bureau said it was only a matter of time before you did the same. 

Which was why this report specifically could not wait for your arrival on Yonto. You didn’t want anyone catching wind that it involved Aurelac, the very gems you had once been guilty of stealing, and then hear that you had waited to file the report. That would look fishy. 

You cast another downwards glance at the bag of gems balanced on your leg as you set the laptop on the shuttle tray table. How did these… You licked your lips as blueish light streaked across the windows of the craft. How did these get here? 

Like any prospector, you’d know your first pull anywhere. You were looking at the fuck-nugget gems that you had scored over a decade ago, back when you were running with a pirate crew out in the Fringe. But I left these with Ezra. So how… 

Your computer finished booting up and you shook your head to clear your thoughts. Doesn’t matter right now. First, you needed to keep up appearances, which meant filing the report. But you needed to do it in a way that framed the incident as harmless so that it didn’t attract more attention from other agents. 

And to buy myself time to get to the bottom of this. 

Cracking your fingers, you opened a fresh report document, and then began typing. 

Field Report #0473 Sector: Lau  Planet/Moon: Lau Prime  CMI Respondent: Insp. Fagan  PB Registration #xxxx-7593 Date: 02/04/3096 Priority Level: Low 

Reason: Unauthorized raw materials (Aurelac pearls, grade C and lower) found at Central Mining owned site in Cobalt Bay. 

Observations: Glossoil miners contacted CMI when they came across four mid-sized, low quality Aurelac pearls that they claim appeared to be “left there on purpose”. I was escorted by the site manager to the pump station where they were found. It should be noted that the site manager and shift workers complied fully with the investigation.

There were indeed four pearls on the ground near the pump controls, however their placement did not seem intentional but random. The pearls were all extremely clouded, though smooth. Initial scans showed no prints on the gems or on any surface nearby. 

No damage was done to CM property or assets, and nothing has been reported as missing or stolen. 

Security footage of the area showed no trespassers. Black and white footage was clear, though did appear to glitch for <1 second, but no change in light, shadow or clarity was detected. 

Analysis: Based on my own observations, accounts given by crew that found the pearls, security footage and quality of the gems (black market/unregistered provenance) it is likely that the pearls were dropped by a crew member unknowingly. Given their low value, it is not, in this inspector’s opinion, a case that warrants further investigation at this time. 

Suggested Action: Continue to monitor security footage. Weekly check-in video calls with Cobalt Bay Refinery manager for three months. If three months pass without incident, discontinue check-in protocol. 

Additional Comments: None at this time. 

You read your write-up once more. It seemed innocuous and bland enough, but not too sparse. It would be sufficient for your boss, anyway, and that was really all that mattered. 

It would also be the first time that you had ever intentionally lied on a report. 

You knew without a doubt that the gems had been left at the Cobalt Bay facility on purpose, and you knew that purpose was to get your attention, not CMI’s. You knew the glitch in the security footage was cause for concern, or at the very least, further investigation. And you knew that these specific gems - worthless as they were - resurfacing meant that the only scenario in which you would abuse your station like your rivals at the bureau said you would was playing out. 

Ezra’s alive. 

Your heart slammed at your ribs. 

And I have to find him before they do.

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I'm having fun with this one! It's going to be told through a combination of chat messages, field reports, letters (and possibly more!) and standard narration. The Prospect universe is always going to be one of my favorite sandboxes to play in, and I'm fully letting myself get carried away here.

[morlock-holmes]

Speaking of, you know what's a useful technology?

Cloud data storage.

Does all kinds of handy things that I constantly take advantage of.

Microsoft offers a small amount of cloud storage for free if you sign up for an account with them.

It is genuinely amazing that they have managed to do, "Here's a free sample of a useful thing that you actually want and use!" in a way that makes me loathe them as company and actively turns me off from buying their products.

My roommate has a windows PC and I made a login on it. It has OneDrive set up. OneDrive started showing annoying pop-ups which said I was running out of space.

It turns out I was running out of space because it was backing up a bunch of Tabletop Simulator assets from local storage.

Now, obviously, I don't need those to be stored on OneDrive, and in fact, literally never asked OneDrive to do that, just something about how it is set up out of the box made it do that.

So, I went, "Okay, obviously this is set up to back up the wrong stuff. I really only want to have a couple of folders backed up. Also there's a lot more stuff on here that I don't really need backed up, I'll just hit delete on some of that..."

Onedrive goes, "Okay! We'll delete the cloud copy and the local copy on your PC. Are you sure you want to do that?"

And I'm like... "No, I absolutely don't want to delete the local copy. Where is the button to stop backing this up to the cloud but leave it on my PC?"

OneDrive: :)

What I would want from cloud storage is

The ability to easily choose which folders are automatically backed up, with the default being "Literally none of them unless the user specifically opts in";

The ability to delete cloud copies without deleting local copies, or vice versa;

The ability to SIGN OUT OF THE FUCKING SOFTWARE WITHOUT MY COMPUTER SENDING ME A BUNCH OF POP-UPS AND START SCREENS TELLING ME THAT WINDOWS HASN'T BEEN SET UP PROPERLY UNLESS I'M SIGNED INTO YOUR PIECE OF SHIT PRODUCT

None of this is easy to figure out in OneDrive, and it's clear that they have deliberately made these things difficult so that you will accidentally fill up your cloud storage and then pay Microsoft $5.00 a month or whatever to make the obnoxious pop-up go away.

It is disgusting, it makes me never want to buy any of their products.

[georgegraphys]

2024 team sponsors recap!

this is completely irrelevant to F1 but i study and do these stuffs for a living sooo 😩😩 2023 sponsors are based on the sponsors that are there at the beginning of the season (new sponsors that join in the middle of the season will be classified as 2024's)

Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team:

New sponsors: Whatsapp, Luminar (American tech company), SAP (German software company), nuvei (Canadian credit card services), Sherwin Williams (American painting company) 2024 data last update: 2024/02/14

Old sponsors that left: Monster Energy, Pure Storage (American technology company), fastly (American cloud computing services), Axalta (American painting company), Eight sleep (American mattresses company) 2023 data last update: 2023/01/07

Oracle Red Bull Racing F1 Team:

New sponsors: Yeti (American cooler manufacturer, joined later in 2023), APL (American footwear/athletic apparel manufacturer, joined later in 2023), CDW (American IT company, joined later in 2023), Sui (American tech app by Mysten Labs, joined later in 2023), Patron Tequila (Mexican alcoholic beverages company, joined later in 2023) 2024 data last update: 2024/02/15

Old sponsors that left: CashApp, Walmart, Therabody (American wellness technology company), Ocean Bottle (Norwegian reusable bottle manufacturer), PokerStars (Costa Rican gambling site), Alpha Tauri (? no info if they're official partners or not but Austrian clothing company made by Red Bull), BMC (Switzerland bicycle/cycling manufacturer), Esso (American fuel company, subsidiary of ExxonMobil), Hewlett Packard Enterprise (American technology company) 2023 data last update: 2023/03/07

More: Esso is a subsidiary of Mobil so there's possibility they merged or something

Scuderia Ferrari:

New sponsors: VGW Play (Australian tech game company, joined later in 2023), DXC Technology (American IT company, joined later in 2023), Peroni (Italian brewing company), Z Capital Group/ZCG (American private asset management/merchant bank company), Celsius (Swedish energy drink manufacturer) 2024 data last update: 2024/02/15

Old sponsors that left: Mission Winnow (American content lab by Phillip Morris International aka Marlboro), Estrella Garcia (Spanish alcoholic beverages manufacturer), Frecciarossa (Italian high speed train company) 2023 data last update: 2023/02/16

More: Mission Winnow is a part of Phillip Morris International. They are no longer listed as team sponsor but PMI is listed instead.

(starting here, 2023 data last update is 2023/02/23 and 2024 data last update is 2024/02/15)

McLaren F1 Team: (Only McLaren RACING's data is available idk if some of these are XE/FE team partners but anw..)

New sponsors: Monster Energy, Salesforce (American cloud based software company, joined later in 2023), Estrella Garcia (Spanish alcoholic beverages manufacturer), Dropbox (American file hosting company), Workday (American system software company, joined later in 2023), Ecolab (American water purification/hygiene company), Airwallex (Australian financial tech company), Optimum Nutrition (American nutritional supplement manufacturer), Halo ITSM (American software company, joined later in 2023), Udemy (American educational tech company, joined later in 2023), New Era (American cap manufacturer, joined in 2023), K-Swiss (American shoes manufacturer, joined later in 2023), Alpinestars (Italian motorsports safety equipment manufacturer)

Old sponsors that left: DP World (Emirati logistics company), EasyPost (American shipping API company), Immersive Labs (UK cybersecurity training company?), Logitech, Mind (UK mental health charity), PartyCasino (UK? online casino site), PartyPoker (American? gambling site), Sparco (Italian auto part & accessory manufacturer), Tezos (Switzerland crypto company)

Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team:

New sponsors: Valvoline (American retail automotives service company, joined later in 2023), NexGen (Canadian sustainable? fuel company), Banco Master (Brazilian digital banking platform, joined later in 2023), ServiceNow (American software company, joined later in 2023), Regent Seven Seas Cruise, Wolfgang Puck (Austrian-American chef and restaurant owner, joined later in 2023), Financial Times (British business newspaper), OMP (Italian racing safety equipment manufacturer), stichd (Netherlands fashion & apparel manufacturer)

Old sponsors that left: Alpinestars (Italian motorsports safety equipment manufacturer), crypto.com (Singaporean cryptocurrency company), ebb3 (UK? software company), Pelmark (UK fashion and apparel manufacturer), Peroni (Italian brewing company), Porto Seguro (Brazilian insurance company), Socios (Malta's blockchain-based platform), XP (Brazilian investment company)

Stake F1 Team (prev. Alfa Romeo):

???? Can't found their website (might be geoblocked in my country???)

BWT Alpine F1 Team:

New sponsors: MNTN (American software company), H. Moser & Cie (Switzerland watch manufacturer), Amazon Music

Old sponsors that left: Bell & Ross (French watch company), Ecowatt (??? afaik French less-energy smthn smthn company), Elysium (French? American? Software company), KX (UK software company), Plug (American electrical equipment manufacturing company)

Visa CashApp RB F1 Team (prev. Scuderia Alpha Tauri):

New Sponsors: Visa, CashApp, Hugo Boss, Tudor, Neft Vodka (Austrian alcoholic beverages company), Piquadro (Italian luxury bag manufacturer)

Old sponsors that left: Buzz (?), Carl Friedrik (UK travel goods manufacturer), Flex Box (Hongkong? shipping containers manufacturer), GMG (Emirati global wellbeing company), RapidAPI (American API company)

Haas F1 Team:

New sponsors: New Era (American cap manufacturer, joined later in 2023)

Old sponsors that left: Hantec Markets (Hongkong capital markets company), OpenSea (American NFT/Crypto company)

Williams Racing:

New sponsors: Komatsu, MyProtein (British bodybuilding supplement), Kraken (American crypto company, joined later in 2023), VAST Data (American tech company), Ingenuity Commerce (UK e-commerce platform), Puma (joined later in 2023)

Old sponsors that left: Acronis (Swiss software company), Bremont (British watch manufacturer), Dtex Systems (American? cybersecurity company), Financial Times (British business newspaper), Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts, KX (UK software company), OMP (Italian racing safety equipment manufacturer), PPG (American painting manufacturer), Umbro (English sports equipment manufacturer), Zeiss (German opticals/optometrics manufacturing company)

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Preventative IT Maintenance: Keeping Your Business Running Smoothly

With technology moving forward so fast, your business can’t operate without it. Computers, servers, cloud systems and software platforms have to be running smoothly to keep your team productive, defend confidential information and make sure customers receive a good experience.

Unfortunately, IT systems don’t manage themselves without attention.

This is why we need preventative IT maintenance. Regular car servicing makes sure your car avoids breakdowns and preventative IT support does the same for your systems. Here at Image IT, we know that companies who focus on IT before issues arise benefit a lot. We’ll now look at what preventative maintenance means and understand why it helps your business run smoothly.

What Does Preventative IT Maintenance Mean?

Taking care of your IT infrastructure ahead of time is called preventative maintenance. With preventative maintenance, you take action to make sure your systems are in good shape all the time, so you don’t have to rush to solve emergencies.

Such tasks refer to:

Tracking how the system is running

Putting security patches and new versions of the software into use

Regularly using antivirus and malware software

Testing the use of backup options

Updating both your device’s drivers and firmware

Checking the configurations for firewalls and networks

Exchanging ageing equipment to prevent any breakdowns

At Image IT, we set up specialized maintenance services that guarantee your technology remains in top condition and reduces the chance of risks and downtime.

Why Taking Care of Problems in Advance Is Crucial for Companies in Ireland

1. Minimize any time when your business is not working effectively.

Problems with your IT systems such as servers failing, networks breaking or bugs in software, may bring your work to a halt and cost you in both time and money. Doing preventative maintenance lets you catch and manage issues early and this means your business avoids the stress of dealing with major problems.

If a server begins to overheat, it’s possible to handle the issue before it crashes, so you won’t have to deal with expensive downtime and loss of data.

2. Prevent or Stop Cyber Attacks

More and more, businesses in Ireland are facing cyberattacks, most often small and medium-sized companies. Many attackers use old software, unpatched versions and networks that have not been properly set up.

Ongoing upkeep of security tools such as firewalls, antivirus software and system updates, makes it much less likely for your system to become a victim of ransomware, phishing or a data breach.

3. Increase the Lifespan of IT Assets

Just as changing the oil in your car lengthens its engine’s lifespan, looking after your IT equipment in the same way will help it work longer. Regularly taking care of computers stops them from wearing out and prevents too many replacements.

4. Raise the effectiveness of your staff.

This kind of slow work is frustrating and influences how your team feels about their work. If technology runs smoothly, your team won’t have to worry about systems or spend time finding IT solutions.

5. With time, the cost of IT will decrease.

Though it might feel like a pricey addition, upfront maintenance helps save money and prevents serious IT problems. One data breach, meeting replacement or lasting period of downtime can often be more expensive than all your ISP’s services put together.

Important Parts of a Well-Made IT Maintenance Plan

We create preventative maintenance strategies for your business that fit its individual requirements at Image IT. The method we use is:

We watch your systems around the clock.

We watch over your systems around the clock, spotting problems early and fixing them so they don’t impact your work.

Timely Updates and Patch Upgrades

We make sure your operating systems, applications and antivirus are always running on the latest versions.

Test the backup and recovery of your data.

We ensure your backups are properly configured and we regularly perform tests to see how fast you can recover data.

You can do a Network Health Check here.

We examine your network for good speed, serious security flaws and technology issues to confirm your system operates safely and properly.

Managing Assets and Deciding on Their Life

We watch over your equipment and make sure you can update your technology before it starts causing issues.

Support from the users and helpdesk

If your team has any IT questions or concerns, our friendly team is there to lend a non-technical helping hand.

Why Is Image IT a Great Solution?

Operating out of North Dublin, Image IT has been supporting company’s in Ireland for about 15 years. Our knowledgable team delivers helpful, consistent and friendly IT assistance to the companies here in New Zealand.

We are dedicated to forming long-term relationships with clients so we can do more than just address issues; we can help avoid them.

You will gain the following benefits when you work with us:

Transparent pricing

A quick response from the team

Customized maintenance services

Expert opinions offered in a personal way

If you have just a few devices or a complex IT structure, our solutions are designed to match your requirements and your budget.

Benefits You Can See in Life: An Example

There were many issues at one of our clients, a small financial services firm in Dublin, involving downtime in the network and software that was past its update. Following their sign up for our preventative maintenance, we set up a monitoring system, cleaned their network and ran scheduled updates.

The result? A 90% drop in IT issues reported by staff, faster systems, and peace of mind for their management team knowing their data and systems were protected.

Your Next Step: Secure Your Business with Preventative IT Support

Don’t wait for a system failure, data breach, or productivity drop to remind you of your IT vulnerabilities. Preventative maintenance is one of the smartest investments you can make in your business.

Let Image IT take the stress out of managing your technology — so you can focus on what you do best.

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Thailand SMART Visa

1.1 Statutory Foundations

Established under Royal Decree on SMART Visa B.E. 2561 (2018)

Amended by Ministerial Regulation No. 377 (2021) expanding eligible sectors

Operates within Thailand 4.0 Economic Model under BOI oversight

1.2 Governance Structure

Primary Authority: Board of Investment (BOI)

Interagency Coordination:

Immigration Bureau (visa issuance)

Digital Economy Promotion Agency (tech qualifications)

Ministry of Higher Education (academic validation)

Technical Review Committees:

12 sector-specific panels

Investment verification unit

2. Eligibility Criteria & Qualification Pathways

2.1 SMART-T (Experts)

Compensation Thresholds

Base Salary: Minimum THB 200,000/month (USD 5,800)

Alternative Compensation:

Equity valued at 25% premium

Performance bonuses (capped at 40% of base)

2.2 SMART-E (Entrepreneurs)

Startup Metrics

Revenue Test: THB 10M+ ARR

Traction Test: 50,000 MAU

Funding Test: Series A (THB 25M+)

Accelerator Requirements:

DEPA-certified programs

Minimum 6-month incubation

3. Application Process & Technical Review

3.1 Document Authentication Protocol

Educational Credentials:

WES/IQAS evaluation for foreign degrees

Notarized Thai translations (MFA-certified)

Employment Verification:

Social security cross-check

Three professional references

3.2 Biometric Enrollment

Facial Recognition: 12-point capture system

Fingerprinting: 10-print electronic submission

Iris Scanning: Optional for Diamond tier

4. Privilege Structure & Compliance

4.1 Employment Rights Framework

Permitted Activities:

Primary employment (≥80% time)

Academic collaboration (≤20%)

Advisory roles (max 2 concurrent)

Restrictions:

Local employment outside specialty

Political activities

Unapproved commercial research

4.2 Dependent Provisions

Spousal Work Rights:

General employment permitted

No industry restrictions

Child Education:

25% tuition subsidy

University admission priority

4.3 Mobility Features

Airport Processing:

Dedicated SMART lanes at 6 airports

15-minute clearance guarantee

Re-entry Flexibility:

Unlimited exits

72-hour grace period

5. Sector-Specific Implementations

5.1 Biotechnology

Special Privileges:

Lab equipment duty waivers

Fast-track FDA approval

50% R&D tax deduction

5.2 Advanced Manufacturing

Incentives:

Robotics import tax exemption

Industrial land lease discounts

THB 500K training subsidy

5.3 Digital Infrastructure

Cloud Computing:

VAT exemption on services

30% energy cost reduction

Cybersecurity:

Liability protections

Gov't certification fast-track

6. Compliance & Monitoring

6.1 Continuous Reporting

Quarterly:

Employment verification

Investment maintenance

Annual:

Contribution assessment

Salary benchmarking

6.2 Renewal Process

Documentation:

Updated financials

Health insurance (USD 100K)

Performance metrics

Fees:

THB 10,000 renewal

THB 1,900 visa stamp

7. Emerging Developments

71 2024 Enhancements

Blockchain Specialist Category

Climate Tech Fast-Track

EEC Regional Expansion

7.2 Pending Reforms

Dual Intent Provision

Skills Transfer Mandate

Global Talent Pool

8. Strategic Application Approach

8.1 Pre-Submission Optimization

Compensation Restructuring

Patent Portfolio Development

Professional Endorsements

8.2 Post-Approval Planning

Tax Residence Strategy

Asset Protection

Succession Planning

9. Risk Management

9.1 Common Rejection Reasons

Document Issues (32%)

Qualification Gaps (28%)

Financial Irregularities (19%)

9.2 Operational Challenges

Banking Restrictions

Healthcare Access

Cultural Integration

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 "Key Skills You’ll Gain from the CCAM Certification"

Introduction

As organizations rapidly move to cloud-based infrastructures, cloud asset management has become critical for ensuring efficiency, security, and cost optimization. The Certified Cloud Asset Manager (CCAM) Certification validates expertise in managing, optimizing, and securing cloud assets.

Key Skills Gained Through CCAM Certification

1. Cloud Asset Management Fundamentals

Understanding cloud infrastructure, SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS models.

Lifecycle management of cloud assets, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness.

2. Cost Optimization & Budgeting

Techniques to minimize cloud expenses while maintaining performance.

Resource allocation and cost forecasting for cloud investments.

3. Cloud Security & Compliance

Best practices for securing cloud assets against vulnerabilities.

Understanding data protection regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO 27001.

4. Cloud Governance & Risk Management

Implementing policies for cloud governance and risk mitigation.

Identifying and managing Shadow IT risks in cloud environments.

Benefits of CCAM Certification

Enhances expertise in cloud asset management, making professionals highly valuable.

Increases job prospects with top organizations adopting cloud solutions.

Boosts earning potential, as companies seek skilled cloud asset managers.

Job Opportunities After CCAM Certification

With a CCAM certification, professionals can pursue roles such as:

Cloud Asset Manager

Cloud Security Analyst

Cloud Cost Optimization Specialist

IT Asset Manager (Cloud Focused)

Market Demand & Industry Growth

The cloud computing market is projected to reach $1.2 trillion by 2028, driving demand for skilled cloud asset managers. Organizations seek certified professionals to optimize costs, enhance security, and streamline cloud governance.

Why Choose CCAM Certification?

Validates cloud asset management expertise.

Opens doors to global career opportunities.

Keeps professionals ahead in cloud computing trends.

Future Trends in Cloud Asset Management

AI-driven cloud optimization tools.

Zero Trust Security for cloud environments.

Automated cloud governance and compliance solutions.

Conclusion & Call-to-Action

A CCAM certification equips professionals with the skills, knowledge, and credentials needed to excel in cloud asset management. Advance your career today!

For information visit: -

https://www.gsdcouncil.org/certified-cloud-asset-management

Contact : +41444851189

#CloudAssetManagementCertification #AssetManagementInCloudComputing #CloudAssetManagement #CloudAssetManagementCertificate

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How Cloud Computing Infrastructure is Changing Infrastructure Asset Management

How Cloud Computing Infrastructure is Changing Infrastructure Asset Management?

Cloud computing infrastructure has made it very easy to manage IT resources. The technology allows businesses to store, process, and manage data using virtual resources rather than physical hardware. This saves companies money, improves operations, and lets them focus on their core business. This article explains how cloud computing infrastructure is changing infrastructure asset management and how businesses can benefit from this.

Cloud Computing Infrastructure can be described as the virtual collection of servers, storage systems, and networks accessible via the Internet. Instead of building costly physical servers, such businesses can simply lease them by demand. That way, companies don't have to pay the overhead cost of upgrading or reducing the number of hardware systems needed.

What are the benefits of Cloud infrastructure management?

The management of cloud infrastructure involves supervising virtual resources for it to function effectively. Such would include monitoring their performance, ensuring security and scaling of resources based on demand. Its greatest benefit is that businesses are freed from the responsibility of maintaining the manual management of physical servers. Therefore, companies can put more time into core activities while not worrying much about the technicalities.

With cloud infrastructure, businesses can quickly adjust their resources. For instance, if a business needs more storage or computing power, it can increase its cloud services without delay. This flexibility helps businesses grow and adapt to changing needs.

How AI Improves Cloud Infrastructure?

AI plays a significant role in enhancing the cloud computing infrastructure. With AI, many tasks can be automated, and efficiency is improved, while potential problems are predicted before they occur. AI uses machine learning to analyze data and provide valuable insights. For instance, AI can predict demand, prevent downtime, and optimize resource use.

Key Benefits of AI in Cloud Computing?

Some of the benefits of using AI with cloud computing infrastructure are:

1. Cost Savings: AI helps businesses optimize cloud resources, so they only pay for what they need.

2. Improved Efficiency: AI automates processes, reducing human error and speeding up operations.

3. Better Decision Making: AI gives businesses real-time data to help make smarter choices.

4. Proactive Problem Solving: AI predicts potential issues, so businesses can fix them before they become problems.

How Sharon AI Improves Infrastructure Asset Management

Sharon AI is an example of how AI can improve cloud computing infrastructure. Sharon AI specializes in optimizing energy infrastructure and asset management. By integrating cloud computing with AI, Sharon AI helps energy companies understand their assets better, predict failures, and automate maintenance tasks. This leads to better resource management, reduced downtime, and more efficient use of energy.

Step-by-Step Guide to Integrating Cloud Infrastructure and AI

Here is a straightforward guide to help businesses implement cloud computing infrastructure and AI:

1. Assess Your Current Infrastructure: Look at your existing IT systems to see which parts can be moved to the cloud.

2. Select a Cloud Service Provider: Choose a provider that offers the features and flexibility your business needs.

3. Integrate AI: Add AI-powered solutions to your cloud services to improve resource management and automate tasks.

4. Monitor Performance: Regularly check the performance of your cloud system to ensure it meets your business’s needs.

5. Analyze Data: Use AI to analyze cloud data and gain insights that help with decision-making.

6. Plan for the Future: As your business grows, make sure your cloud and AI solutions can scale with it.

Conclusion

In conclusion, cloud computing infrastructure and AI are transforming how companies control their resources. Through their integration, companies can make efficiency improvements, save costs, and make smart decisions. Sharon AI is an excellent example of how AI optimizes infrastructure asset management, especially in the energy sector. Businesses can, with the right tools, get ahead of this fast-paced technological world and achieve long-term success.

[jcmarchi]

Now corporate boards have responsibility for cybersecurity, too

New Post has been published on https://thedigitalinsider.com/now-corporate-boards-have-responsibility-for-cybersecurity-too/

Now corporate boards have responsibility for cybersecurity, too

A new ruling from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), known as the Cybersecurity Risk Management, Strategy, Governance, and Incident Disclosure, went into effect last fall. The ruling requires public companies to disclose whether their boards of directors have members with cybersecurity expertise. Specifically, registrants are required to disclose whether the entire board, a specific board member, or a board committee is responsible for the oversight of cyber risks; the processes by which the board is informed about cyber risks, and the frequency of its discussions on this topic; and whether and how the board or specified board committee considers cyber risks as part of its business strategy, risk management, and financial oversight.

“In simplest terms, boards are on the hook for management, governance, and disclosure reporting,” explains Keri Pearlson, executive director of the Cybersecurity at MIT Sloan Research Consortium (CAMS). “While there is a lot of interpretation left to do, this we know for sure.”

Also well understood is the increasing likelihood of hacking events and the exponential cost to companies. Despite recent efforts to beef up cybersecurity by companies and governments worldwide, data breaches continue to increase year over year. Data show a 20 percent increase in data breaches from 2022 to 2023. Given the rapid proliferation of digital work and digitization in general, this should come as no surprise. As noted by the SEC in a fact sheet accompanying the recent rulings, “Cybersecurity risks have increased alongside the digitalization of registrants’ operations, the growth of remote work, the ability of criminals to monetize cybersecurity incidents, the use of digital payments, and the increasing reliance on third-party service providers for information technology services, including cloud computing technology.”

Cyber resilience: respond and recover

Pearlson’s ongoing research includes organizational, strategic, management, and leadership issues in cybersecurity. Her current focus is on the board’s role in cybersecurity. In a January 2023 MIT Sloan Management Review article, “An Action Plan for Cyber Resilience,” Pearlson and her co-authors suggest that board members must assume that cyberattacks are likely and exercise their oversight role to ensure that executives and managers have made the proper preparations to respond and recover.

“After all, if we assume every organization has a likely risk of being breached or attacked, and it’s not possible to be 100 percent protected from every attack, the most rational approach is to make sure the organization can recover with little or no damage to operations, to the financial bottom line, and to the organization’s reputation,” says Pearlson. To properly mitigate cyber risk, company leaders must have rock-solid plans in place to respond and recover quickly so that the company can continue to operate. They need to be cyber resilient.

Pearlson compares cyber resilience to Covid resilience practices. “We did things like stay home, wear masks, and get vaccines to both reduce the chances we got Covid, but also to reduce the consequences of getting sick.”

In other words, the current, protection-oriented approach most companies take to cyber is not enough. Protection only helps us mitigate issues we know about. But cyber criminals are innovative, and we don’t know what we don’t know. They seem to continually find new ways to break into our systems. Pearlson talks about the need to be resilient and how that kind of thinking comes from the top. “While boards have been getting reports on cybersecurity for a long time, these are typically once a year and not focused on the data that boards need to ensure their companies are resilient,” says Pearlson.

In their May 2023 Harvard Business Review article, “Boards Are Having the Wrong Conversations About Cybersecurity,” Pearlson and co-author Lucia Milică comment on the inadequacy of typical cybersecurity presentations during board meetings, which usually cover threats and the actions or technologies the company is implementing to protect against them. “To us, that is the wrong perspective for board oversight. We know we cannot be completely protected, no matter how much money we invest in technologies or programs to stop cyberattacks. While spending resources to protect our assets is critical, limiting discussions to protection sets us up for disaster.”

Instead, the conversation needs to focus on resilience. For example, instead of going into detail in a board meeting on how an organization is set up to respond to an incident, members must focus on what the biggest risk might be and how the organization is prepared to quickly recover from the damage should that situation happen.

Assessing risk using a Balanced Scorecard approach

To that end, Pearlson developed the Board Level Balanced Scorecard for Cyber Resilience (BSCR), designed to help boards and management have more productive discussions and understand the organization’s biggest risks to cyber resilience. Inspired by Kaplan and Norton’s Balanced Scorecard, a well-known tool for measuring organizational performance, Pearlson’s BSCR maps these key risk areas into four quadrants: performance, technology, organizational activities (such as people and compliance requirements), and supply chain. Each quadrant includes three components:

A quantitative progress indicator (red-yellow-green stoplight) based on the organization’s existing framework for cybersecurity controls such as CISA Cybersecurity Performance Goals (CPG), NIST SP 800-53, ISO 27001, CIS Controls or other controls assessments;

The biggest risk factor to organizational resilience according to C-level leaders; and

A qualitative action plan, where C-level leaders share their plan to address this risk.

The scorecard helps orient board reporting and conversation on the focus areas around which the organization should be concerned in the event of a cyberattack — specifically, the technology, the financial side of the business, the organizational side, and the supply chain. While some companies may require other quadrants, the idea is that each of those focus areas should have quantitative measures. By looking at these indicators together in a single framework, leaders can draw conclusions that might otherwise be missed.

“Having controls is nothing new, particularly for publicly traded companies that have a program for measuring and managing their cybersecurity investments,” says Pearlson. “However, there is a qualitative risk that often doesn’t come across in those measurements. While a typical control may measure how many people failed the phishing exercise, which is an important component of cybersecurity, the scorecard encourages businesses to also understand what is at risk and what is being done about it.” You can read more about the scorecard in this recent Harvard Business Review article.

Providing boards the information they need

The vast majority of leaders understand they are in jeopardy of an attack — they just don’t know how to talk about it or what to do about it. While it’s easiest for cyber executives to report on technology metrics or organizational metrics, this information does not help the board with their job of ensuring cyber resilience. “It’s the wrong information, at least initially, for conversations with the board,” says Pearlson.

Throughout Pearlson’s research, cybersecurity leaders, board directors, and other subject matter experts expressed their interest in key information about system assets, proactive capabilities, and how quickly they could recover. Some wanted to better understand what data types their company maintained, where they were maintained, the likelihood of compromise, and the impact that compromise would have on business operations. More than half of the participants wanted to know the financial dollar value involved with breaches or cyberattacks on their organization.

Pearlson’s BSCR helps to put these risks in the context of specific areas or processes that are core to the business and to address nuances, such as: is this an immediate risk or a long-term? Would a compromise in this area have a minimal impact or a huge impact?

“A Balanced Scorecard for Cyber Resilience is the starting place for the discussions about how the business will continue operations when an event occurs,” says Pearlson. “It is not enough to invest only in protection today. We need to focus on business resilience to cyber vulnerabilities and threats. To do that, we need a balanced, qualitative assessment from the operational leaders who know.”

Pearlson teaches in two MIT Sloan Executive Education courses that help individuals and their organizations be more resilient. Designed for non-cyber professionals, Cybersecurity Leadership for Non-Technical Executives helps participants become knowledgeable in the discussion. Cybersecurity Governance for the Board of Directors assists board members, C-suite leaders, and other senior executives in quickly gathering essential language and perspectives for cybersecurity strategy and risk management to better carry out their oversight and leadership responsibilities.

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In today's rapidly improving technology industry, staying ahead and advancing in your career requires more than just technical skills. To thrive in this competitive field, individuals must continuously learn, adapt, and position themselves as valuable assets to potential employers.

In this blog post, we'll explore practical strategies and resources to boost your career in the technology industry.

We'll discuss the value of xml epg guide, provide career-boosting strategies, and offer tips on sharing helpful content to showcase your expertise.

The Power of EPG Guides Online

EPG (Electronic Program Guide) guides aren't just for TV programming; they can also serve as a valuable resource for job seekers in the technology industry.

EPG guides provide a centralized source of information to research and prepare for job opportunities. They offer insights into industry trends, emerging technologies, and the latest developments, ensuring you stay informed and ahead of the curve.

Career Boosting Strategies

To enhance your career prospects in the technology industry, consider these strategies:

Building a Strong Professional Network: Cultivate relationships with professionals in your field through networking events, online communities, and industry conferences. Establishing meaningful connections can lead to mentorship opportunities, job referrals, and valuable insights.

Developing In-demand Technical Skills: Continuously invest in upgrading and expanding your technical skills. Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends. Consider pursuing certifications or online courses to gain expertise in high-demand areas, such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, or cybersecurity.

Crafting an Effective Resume and Cover Letter: Tailor your resume and cover letter to highlight relevant skills and experiences. Showcase your accomplishments, projects, and impact in previous roles. Ensure that your application materials are concise, well-structured, and free from errors.

Acing Job Interviews: Prepare thoroughly for job interviews by researching the company, understanding the job requirements, and practicing common interview questions. Demonstrate your problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and a genuine passion for technology.

Sharing Helpful Content

Creating and sharing relevant, informative content is an effective way to demonstrate your expertise and increase visibility in the technology industry. Consider the following tips:

Start a Tech Blog: Share your knowledge, experiences, and insights through a personal tech blog. Write about industry trends, tutorials, or showcase your project work. Engage with the tech community by commenting on related blogs or participating in forums.

Active Social Media Presence: Utilize social media platforms, such as Twitter, LinkedIn, and GitHub, to share relevant industry news, showcase your projects, and engage with industry professionals. Building an active and professional social media presence can increase your visibility and attract potential employers.

Online Portfolio/Projects: Create an online portfolio showcasing your technical projects, such as coding samples, applications, or website designs. Demonstrating your practical skills through tangible examples can pique the interest of hiring managers and give them an insight into your capabilities.

In the ever-rising technology industry, boosting your career requires a proactive approach. Utilize the power of xml epg guide to stay informed, adopt effective career-boosting strategies, and share helpful content to showcase your expertise.

By continuously investing in your professional development, building a robust network, and actively engaging with the tech community, you'll be well-positioned to advance your career and achieve your goals.

Remember, success in the technology industry requires not only technical proficiency but also a commitment to continuous learning, adaptability, and a passion for innovation.

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Thailand SMART Visa

1.1 Statutory Foundations

Established under Royal Decree on SMART Visa B.E. 2561 (2018)

Amended by Ministerial Regulation No. 377 (2021) expanding eligible sectors

Operates within Thailand 4.0 Economic Model under BOI oversight

1.2 Governance Structure

Primary Authority: Board of Investment (BOI)

Interagency Coordination:

Immigration Bureau (visa issuance)

Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA) for tech qualifications

Ministry of Higher Education for academic validation

Technical Review Committees:

Sector-specific panels (12 industries)

Investment verification unit

2. Eligibility Criteria & Qualification Pathways

2.1 SMART-T (Experts)

Compensation Thresholds

Base Salary: Minimum THB 200,000/month (USD 5,800)

Alternative Compensation:

Equity valued at 25% premium to cash salary

Performance bonuses (capped at 40% of base)

2.2 SMART-E (Entrepreneurs)

Startup Metrics

Revenue Test: THB 10M+ ARR

Traction Test: 50,000 MAU

Funding Test: Series A (THB 25M+)

Accelerator Requirements:

DEPA-certified programs

Minimum 6-month incubation

3. Application Process & Technical Review

3.1 Document Authentication Protocol

Educational Credentials:

WES/IQAS evaluation for foreign degrees

Notarized Thai translations (certified by MFA)

Employment Verification:

Social security cross-check (home country)

Three professional references (direct supervisors)

3.2 Biometric Enrollment

Facial Recognition: 12-point capture system

Fingerprinting: 10-print electronic submission

Iris Scanning: Optional for Diamond tier

4. Privilege Structure & Compliance

4.1 Employment Rights Framework

Permitted Activities:

Primary employment with sponsor (≥80% time)

Academic collaboration (≤20% time)

Advisory roles (max 2 concurrent)

Restrictions:

Local employment outside specialty

Political activities

Unapproved commercial research

4.2 Dependent Provisions

Spousal Work Rights:

General employment permitted

No industry restrictions

Child Education:

25% tuition subsidy at partner schools

University admission priority

4.3 Mobility Features

Airport Processing:

Dedicated SMART lanes at 6 airports

15-minute clearance guarantee

Re-entry Flexibility:

Unlimited exits

72-hour grace period

5. Sector-Specific Implementations

5.1 Biotechnology

Special Privileges:

Lab equipment duty waivers

Fast-track FDA approval

50% R&D tax deduction

5.2 Advanced Manufacturing

Incentives:

Robotics import tax exemption

Industrial land lease discounts

THB 500K training subsidy

5.3 Digital Infrastructure

Cloud Computing:

VAT exemption on services

30% energy cost reduction

Cybersecurity:

Liability protections

Gov't certification fast-track

6. Compliance & Monitoring

6.1 Continuous Reporting

Quarterly:

Employment verification

Investment maintenance

Annual:

Contribution assessment

Salary benchmarking

6.2 Renewal Process

Documentation:

Updated financials

Health insurance (USD 100K)

Performance metrics

Fees:

THB 10,000 renewal

THB 1,900 visa stamp

7. Emerging Developments

7.1 2024 Enhancements

Blockchain Specialist Category

Climate Tech Fast-Track

EEC Regional Expansion

7.2 Pending Reforms

Dual Intent Provision

Skills Transfer Mandate

Global Talent Pool

8. Strategic Application Approach

8.1 Pre-Submission Optimization

Compensation Restructuring

Patent Portfolio Development

Professional Endorsements

8.2 Post-Approval Planning

Tax Residence Strategy

Asset Protection

Succession Planning

9. Risk Management

9.1 Common Rejection Reasons

Document Issues (32%)

Qualification Gaps (28%)

Financial Irregularities (19%)

9.2 Operational Challenges

Banking Restrictions

Healthcare Access

Cultural Integration

[centizen]

Cloud Squatting: Understanding and Mitigating a Modern Cyber Threat

Cloud computing is central to both business and personal data storage. A critical and emerging threat is cloud squatting.This phenomenon, a digital variant of the notorious domain squatting, involves the unauthorized occupation of cloud resources. It poses significant risks, making it a crucial concern for everyone, from casual cloud users to IT professionals and business owners.

Understanding cloud squatting

Cloud squatting is the practice of occupying cloud resources, such as storage accounts, domain names, or service identifiers, often for exploitative purposes. This could range from reselling these resources for profit to hosting harmful content or phishing scams. Cloud squatting not only mirrors traditional domain squatting but also extends to trafficking cloud resources like cloud computing instances or web applications, typically for malicious intentions.

The risks involved

Cloud squatting presents various risks:

Data theft: Unauthorized instances can store or transmit stolen data.

Security breaches: They can act as platforms for attacks on other systems.

Reputation damage: Companies suffer if their services are impersonated.

Legal and financial repercussions: In cases of brand damage and loss of customer trust.

For example, an attacker might use a service resembling a legitimate one, deceiving users into sharing sensitive information, leading to data breaches and tarnished reputations.

Mitigation strategies

Effective mitigation of cloud squatting involves a multi-faceted approach:

Proactive registration: Secure variations of your business’s cloud resource names.

Regular audits: Ensure all cloud services are legitimate.

Monitoring and alert systems: Detect unauthorized or misleading registrations.

Employee training: Educate about risks and the identification of suspicious services.

Legal protections: Utilize trademarks and enforce anti-squatting policies.

Security tools and best practices: Use AI-driven solutions and update security measures regularly.

Stakeholder education: Inform teams and customers about these risks.

Rapid response plan: Have a plan to address incidents swiftly.

Collaboration with cloud providers: Utilize their anti-squatting policies.

Reserved IP addresses: Transfer owned IPs to the cloud and manage records.

Policy enforcement: Prevent hard coding of IP addresses and use reserved IPv6 addresses.

The future of cloud security

As cloud technologies evolve, so do the tactics of cybercriminals. This makes proactive security measures and constant vigilance essential. Emerging technologies, like AI-driven security solutions, will play a crucial role in combating these threats.

Cloud squatting is a modern cyber threat that demands awareness, understanding, and proactive action. Implementing robust security strategies and staying informed about the latest trends in cloud security can significantly protect valuable digital assets. By addressing the risks and employing comprehensive mitigation strategies, individuals and businesses can safeguard their presence and integrity in the cloud.

Centizen, your trusted partner in cloud consulting and staffing provides unparalleled expertise and solutions to guard against threats like cloud squatting, ensuring the security and efficiency of your digital infrastructure.