#China product sourcing agent

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China Sourcing Agent, China Products Sourcing, China Inspection Agent, and China Supply Chain Management

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Prep service for Amazon sellers in China

Boost your Amazon business with reliable prep services for Amazon sellers in China. These services guarantee that your products fulfill Amazon's FBA criteria by being carefully inspected, expertly packaged, and appropriately marked. Working together with knowledgeable experts may help you reduce mistakes, avoid delays, and simplify inventory management so you can confidently concentrate on growing your Amazon store.

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Mastering the Art of Importing Products from China: Strategies for Success

In today's interconnected global economy, importing products from China has become a strategic choice for businesses worldwide. The allure of competitive pricing, diverse product offerings, and manufacturing expertise draws entrepreneurs and established companies alike to explore sourcing opportunities in the world's manufacturing powerhouse. However, success in importing from China requires more than just finding the right products at the right price—it demands a comprehensive understanding of the market, meticulous planning, and effective execution. In this guide, we'll delve deeper into the strategies and best practices essential for mastering the art of importing products from China.

Thorough Market Research:

Before diving into the importing process, conduct thorough market research to identify potential opportunities and trends. Understand your target market's preferences, demands, and purchasing behavior to align your product selection with consumer China Business Services Manufacturers needs. Analyze competitors and pricing dynamics to identify gaps in the market and differentiate your offerings effectively.

Establishing Reliable Supplier Relationships:

Building strong, long-term relationships with reliable suppliers in China is crucial for successful importing. Take the time to vet potential suppliers carefully, considering factors such as product quality, manufacturing capabilities, certifications, and reputation. Visit supplier facilities if possible to assess their production processes and quality control measures firsthand. Clear communication, mutual trust, and transparency are the cornerstones of a successful supplier relationship.

Negotiation and Contract Management:

Effective negotiation skills are essential for securing favorable terms with your suppliers. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and quality standards to achieve a mutually beneficial agreement. Clearly define expectations and responsibilities in a written contract or purchase agreement to avoid misunderstandings or disputes later on. Regularly review and evaluate supplier performance to ensure compliance with agreed-upon terms and address any issues promptly.

Quality Assurance and Control:

Maintaining consistent product quality is paramount when importing from China. Implement robust quality assurance and control processes throughout the production and supply chain to mitigate risks and ensure customer satisfaction. Conduct pre-shipment inspections, product testing, and factory audits to verify compliance with your specifications and standards. Work closely with suppliers to address any quality issues promptly and implement corrective actions as necessary.

Efficient Logistics and Supply Chain Management:

Efficient logistics and supply chain management are critical for optimizing the importing process and minimizing costs and delays. Partner with experienced freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics providers to streamline transportation, customs clearance, and warehousing processes. Optimize shipping routes, consolidate shipments, and leverage technology solutions such as track-and-trace systems to enhance visibility and control over your supply chain.

Compliance with Regulations and Documentation:

Navigating import regulations and documentation requirements is essential to ensure compliance and avoid costly penalties or delays. Familiarize yourself with import regulations, product safety standards, labeling requirements, and customs documentation specific to your target market. Work closely with customs brokers or import/export agents to complete required documentation accurately and facilitate smooth customs clearance of your imported goods.

Continuous Improvement and Adaptation:

The landscape of international trade is China sourcing agent constantly evolving, requiring importers to stay agile and adaptable. Continuously monitor market trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for optimization and innovation. Seek feedback from customers, suppliers, and industry peers to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance efficiency, quality, and competitiveness.

Importing products from China offers abundant opportunities for businesses seeking to access a vast array of cost-effective products and tap into global markets. By employing strategic planning, diligent execution, and continuous improvement, importers can overcome challenges and capitalize on the benefits of sourcing from China. With a focus on building strong supplier relationships, ensuring product quality and compliance, and optimizing logistics and supply chain processes, importers can navigate the complexities of importing from China and achieve sustainable growth and success in today's competitive marketplace.

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X Sourcing: Your Trusted China Sourcing Agent

Unlock seamless global procurement with X Sourcing, your reliable China sourcing agent. We streamline the process, connecting you with top-quality manufacturers and suppliers. Benefit from our extensive network, ensuring competitive prices, quality control, and on-time delivery. With X Sourcing as your partner, navigate the complexities of sourcing in China effortlessly.

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The Economic Impact of Forged Components in Various Industries: Zastata - Powering Economic Growth in India

In the ever-evolving landscape of industrial production, forged components stand as pillars of strength, durability, and reliability across various sectors. From automotive and aerospace to renewable energy and construction, the influence of forged components on economic growth cannot be overstated. In this extensive exploration, we will delve into the profound economic impact of forged components in different industries and shed light on the pivotal role played by Zastata, a leading sourcing company in India, in facilitating this impact.

1. Forged Components in Automotive Manufacturing:

   The automotive industry is one of the largest consumers of forged components. Crankshafts, connecting rods, and gears are just a few examples of the critical parts that rely on forging technology.

   Economic Boost: The use of forged components in automotive manufacturing results in vehicles that are not only safer and more reliable but also more fuel-efficient. This translates to cost savings for consumers and reduced environmental impact through lower emissions.

   Zastata's Contribution: Zastata's sourcing expertise ensures a steady supply of high-quality forged components, promoting the growth of the automotive sector in India.

2. Forged Components in Aerospace Industry:

   The aerospace industry demands components that can withstand extreme conditions, and forged parts play a vital role in aircraft construction.

   Economic Growth: The aerospace sector drives economic growth through job creation, technological innovation, and international trade. Forged components contribute to the safety and performance of aircraft, bolstering the industry's reputation.

   Zastata's Role: Zastata's meticulous supplier selection and quality assurance processes aid in the sourcing of critical aerospace components, fostering the growth of this high-tech sector in India.

3. Forged Components in Renewable Energy:

   As the world shifts towards renewable energy sources, the demand for forged components in wind turbines, solar panels, and hydroelectric systems is surging.

   Economic Advancement: The renewable energy sector not only reduces our carbon footprint but also fuels economic growth. The production and maintenance of renewable energy infrastructure create jobs and drive local economies.

   Zastata's Impact: Zastata's commitment to sourcing high-quality forged components for renewable energy applications plays a pivotal role in advancing India's green energy initiatives.

4. Forged Components in Construction and Infrastructure:

 From bridges and skyscrapers to pipelines and tunnels, forged components ensure the safety and longevity of infrastructure projects.

  Economic Stability: Investment in construction and infrastructure projects stimulates economic growth by generating jobs and fostering urban development.

Zastata's Contribution: Zastata's expertise in sourcing reliable forged components for infrastructure projects promotes economic stability in India, enhancing the nation's infrastructure.

5.Zastata: Nurturing Economic Growth through Sourcing Excellence:

   Zastata's role in facilitating the economic impact of forged components cannot be understated. As a leading sourcing company in India, their commitment to quality assurance, supplier collaboration, and sustainability elevates various industries.

 Sourcing Excellence: Zastata's meticulous supplier selection ensures a consistent supply of high-quality forged components, supporting industries that rely on these critical parts.

  Economic Enabler: By strengthening the supply chain for forged components, Zastata contributes to economic growth, job creation, and technological advancement in India.

Sustainability: Zastata's focus on sustainable sourcing practices aligns with global environmental goals, promoting responsible economic growth.

The economic impact of forged components in various industries is undeniable, driving growth, innovation, and sustainability. Zastata's dedication to sourcing excellence further amplifies this impact, bolstering economic growth in India and beyond. As industries continue to evolve and seek reliable forged components, Zastata remains at the forefront, fostering economic stability, job creation, and technological advancement across sectors. The partnership between forged components and Zastata exemplifies the fusion of strength and sourcing expertise, empowering industries to thrive in an ever-advancing world.

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Hello, Anon, this is your Oldie Chinese Diaspora Anon™️. I am sorry to keep you waiting. As you’ve probably noticed, vinyl and non-resin dolls are usually not my forte. It took a while to dig up some information for you, but I hope to be able to answer your questions.

The advent of “Cheaper, affordable MJDs” didn’t come from the desire to make BJDs affordable. In fact, the technology that really elevated the production of this kind of MJDs started from what we understand as vinyl collectibles. These small figurines are made from a combination of PVC powders as well as a series of other emulsifiers, lubricators and activators (From the factory that produces them, here: http://www.dgzhonglinhb.com/news_content-859681.html ) Different companies have slightly different recipes, which would explain the different pliability of their final products. The technology was first created as a way to create memorabilia that are of limited edition and they were first considered as collectibles. They’re known internally as “Urbanvinyls” and include signed trinkets that can go for hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. Some examples would be KAWS, Kidrobot, Tokidoki, Bearbrick etc.

With the rise of “Made in China” soft power, the internally patriotic sentiment had fostered local artist-designed vinyl collectibles, which had eventually ballooned into the blind box craze that we see in the last 4-5 years. It also opened a door for vinyl/PVC based MJDs. I do not think they were specifically made to usurp the DD/SmD market, but since “moe sells”, a lot of the new doll companies go with the cute, anime-inspired aesthetic while the blind boxes cater to more design elements. These newly designed MJDs tend to be small, usually 1/12 and 1/6; larger ones exist, but they are rare. In all, they are created to be much more like their direct inspiration, the “blind box collectibles” than what we would usually consider to be articulated dolls. It also meant their target demographic is very different as well. The lower price point allows more people to impulse buy out of FOMO; these are things you buy on a whim instead of saving up to buy.

In this arena, Imómó is not alone in terms of aesthetic, pricing or packaging. Other companies in this group include Hüa Jüan, Tïny Fóx, UFdóll, CNDóll, Kimdóll, Pópmilk, Mónst and the upcoming YünLai/LückyDoll, etc (but not YMY – who has lost a battle with Piccodo for copying their body design recently). These dolls are created with a higher number in circulation in mind – but still limited enough to stimulate the FOMO behaviour – with shared features (sharing bodies, design elements, etc). To keep the production cost down, these dolls would be considered rather threadbare compared to BJDs. I have seen box opening videos where the floating “blind box” heads were packaged in a brown shipping box and wrapped around in clear plastic bags with no other packaging material. The “accessories” for these dolls are usually close to none as well – no or very simple COAs, basic box, air-filled tubes instead of fabric cushions, etc.A snapshot in time in online stores shows that Imómó is definitely not an outlier in the new era of MJDs: https://weibo.com/1448114577/Nj9fqfog3

https://www.dollyteria.com/product-list/58?page=1

If there’s something that really made Imómó stand out, it was the rumours that spread within Chinese doll collectors earlier in the summer of 2023 about the company not issuing legitimate receipts (usually with the intention to cook their books to pay less in taxes). They accuse Imómó of being a “Three Nothings” company (no date of manufacture, no QC and no source factory) with really awful customer service. They had registered the company as an “overseas-based” one so they would be in a different tax bracket. Some collectors also accuse the owner and their family members infiltrating doll collector groups to hype up their own products and downplay the complaints. A popular agent, SWDólls, were also implicated in helping them to not issue traceable receipts. (Details and screen grabs can be found here: https://weibo.com/7303299294/N8lHE6wGE?type=repost ) I have also heard of owners who complain about the parts not fitting well, the seamlines were wide and uneven as well as other imperfections that should’ve never passed QC, if there was a QC.

I understand that most of us, who are looking in from the outside, would wholly welcome a new era of articulated dolls that are affordable. They are a great entry point for people who want to get into BJDs or just want to collect these dolls on their own. I personally think they are great the way they are, because they are starting to populate a brand-new market for people who like dolls in general. However, the first company that most folks encounter in this group was probably Imómó. I cannot comment on the accusations made by the Chinese collectors; all I can say is, I am hoping that the other named companies start to make headway into the overseas market. We’d been waiting.

Note: The write up here didn’t include previously existing vinyl dolls such as Azóne and Obitsü or the vinyl versions of resin dolls such as Kinókó Jüice and Püyüdolls. This write-up only includes MiC, PVC-based, original, MJDs. My understanding is that they are not on par with the company in question in terms of price range, target market and country of origin. I didn’t think they’d make for a fair comparison, but your mileage may vary.

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For two days this week, Hezbollah has been rocked by a series of small explosions across Lebanon, injuring thousands and killing at least 25. But these attacks haven’t come from rockets or drones. Instead, they’ve resulted from boobytrapped electronics—including pagers, walkie-talkies, and even, reportedly, solar equipment—detonating in coordinated waves. As details come into view of the elaborate supply chain attack that compromised these devices, citizens on the ground in Lebanon and people around the world are questioning whether such attacks could target any device in your pocket.

The campaign to compromise key Hezbollah communication infrastructure with explosives was clearly elaborate and involved. The operation, which is widely believed to have been perpetrated by Israel, goes far beyond past examples of hardware supply chain attacks and may be a source of inspiration for future spycraft around the world. But sources tell WIRED that the specific scale and scope of the effort would not be easily replicated in other contexts. And, more broadly, the resources and precision involved in carrying out such an attack would be prohibitively difficult to maintain over time for key consumer devices like smartphones—which are used so widely and regularly scrutinized by researchers, product testers, and repair technicians.

“I do think there is absolutely potential to see more of this in the longer term, not targeting civilians, but generally targeting other military actors,” says Zachary Kallenborn, an adjunct nonresident fellow with the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Kallenborn says militaries are increasingly relying on commercial technology—from drones to communications devices—all of which could be compromised if supply chains can be exploited by adversaries. “These systems are being sourced from all over the globe,” he says. “What that means, then, is that you also have these global supply chains supporting them.”

While full details of the attacks are still coming to light, the devices that detonated were seemingly compromised with explosives before they arrived in Hezbollah members’ hands. Alan Woodward, a cybersecurity professor at the University of Surrey, says he suspects that an attacker would plant explosives in a device during the manufacturing process, rather than intercepting gadgets after they are finished and then taking them apart to plant explosives. Reporting by the New York Times on Wednesday evening seemed to confirm this theory, indicating that Israel directly manufactured the compromised devices via shell companies. Israel has not commented on any of the attacks.

Early theories that cyberattacks caused device batteries to overheat and explode have been ruled out by cybersecurity experts. The force of the blasts seen in on-the-ground footage would not be consistent with battery fires or explosions, especially given the small size of pager and walkie-talkie batteries.

Lebanon’s political landscape and ongoing economic crisis, coupled with regional fighting between Hezbollah and Israel, created specific opportunities for sabotage. Hezbollah is isolated globally, with countries like the United States and United Kingdom classifying it as a terrorist organization while other countries, such as Russia and China, maintain relations. This impacts Hezbollah’s avenues for importing equipment and vetting suppliers.

Amid ongoing violent conflict with Israel, Hezbollah’s digital communications and activities are also under constant barrage from Israeli hackers. In fact, this constant digital assault reportedly played a role in pushing Hezbollah away from smartphone communication and toward pagers and walkie-talkies in the first place. “Your phone is their agent,” Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah said in February, referring to Israel.

The commercial spyware industry has shown it is possible to fully compromise target smartphones by exploiting chains of vulnerabilities in their mobile operating systems. Developing spyware and repeatedly finding new operating system vulnerabilities as older ones are patched is a resource-intensive process, but it is still less complicated and risky than conducting a hardware supply chain attack to physically compromise devices during or shortly after manufacturing. And for an attacker, monitoring a target’s entire digital life on a smartphone or laptop is likely more valuable than the device’s potential as a bomb.

“I’d hazard a guess that the only reason we aren’t hearing about exploding laptops is that they’re collecting too much intelligence from those,” says Jake Williams, vice president of research and development at Hunter Strategy, who formerly worked for the US National Security Agency. “I think there’s also potentially an element of targeting, too. The pagers and personal radios could pretty reliably be expected to stay in the hands of Hezbollah operatives, but more general purpose electronics like laptops could not.”

There are other more practical reasons, too, that the attacks in Lebanon are unlikely to portend a global wave of exploding consumer electronics anytime soon. Unlike portable devices that were originally designed in the 20th century, the current generation of laptops and particularly smartphones are densely packed with hardware components to offer the most features and the longest battery life in the most efficient package possible.

University of Surrey’s Woodward, who regularly takes apart consumer devices, points out that within modern smartphones there is very limited space to insert anything extra, and the manufacturing process can involve robots precisely placing components on top of each other. X-rays show how tightly packed modern phones are.

“When you open up a smartphone, I think the only way to get any sort of meaningful amount of high explosive in there would be to do something like replace one of the components,” he says, such as modifying a battery to be half battery, half explosives. But “replacing a component in a smartphone would compromise its functionality,” he says, which could lead a user to investigate the malfunction.

In contrast, the model of pager linked to the explosions—a “rugged” device with 85 days of battery life—included multiple replaceable parts. Ang Cui, founder of the embedded device security firm Red Balloon Security, examined the schematics of the pager model apparently used in the attacks and told WIRED that there would be free space inside to plant explosives. The walkie-talkies that exploded, according to the manufacturer, were discontinued a decade ago. Woodward says that when opening up redesigned, current versions of older technologies, such as pagers, many internal electronic components have been “compressed” down as manufacturing methods and processor efficiency have improved.

Smartphone production lines also operate under stricter security measures, especially for high-cost devices like Apple’s iPhones and Google’s flagship Pixel phones. This is partly to guarantee production quality, but also to ensure that employees don’t leak trade secrets or prototypes. Not all low-end Android phones are manufactured with such intense oversight, but it would be more difficult to secretly take over manufacturing of a smartphone than a forgotten pager model. In countries like China, where many devices are manufactured, there is always the possibility of a domestic operation to plant backdoors, but such a scheme would need to be elaborate to skirt international scrutiny of the devices

To find exploding cell phones, you have to go back to 20th century tech. In 1996, Palestinian bombmaker Yahya Ayyash was killed when his mobile phone exploded as he answered a call. His old-style phone—which the New York Times said was ”reportedly a small, slim model that fits in a pocket”—had 50 grams of explosives planted inside it, likely by Israel’s security services. The explosion was reportedly triggered by a radio signal emitted from a plane flying above. And unlike the pager and walkie-talkie attacks this week, Ayyash’s phone was part of a highly targeted attack on him alone.

Even if this week’s exploding device campaign doesn’t have immediate implications for every smartphone in every pocket, though, it expands enormously the specter of hardware supply chain attacks.

“I think that every shady organization worldwide will now be checking their new devices—especially those ordered in bulk from the manufacturer—for explosives,” says a longtime hardware hacker and tech procurement specialist who asked to be identified as Null Pointer. “This hit so hard because it was novel and no one in that community knew to look for it. It's ingenious.”

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The Role of Hydrogen Metallurgy in Chinese Blast Furnaces

Reducing its environmental impact is a major challenge facing the global steel industry. Because traditional steel production uses a lot of fossil fuels, it produces a lot of greenhouse gas emissions. This has made people look for greener substitutes. A viable approach that offers a way to significantly lower the carbon footprint of steel production is hydrogen metallurgy.

The potential of hydrogen metallurgy is explored in this article, with a focus on China, the world's largest steel producer. We examine the benefits of the technology, the state of its application in China at the moment, the difficulties it encounters, and its possible future as a game-changer.

Delving Deeper into Blast Furnace Operations and the Carbon Challenge

Chinese blast furnace are big, technologically complicated systems wherein iron ore undergoes a metamorphosis into molten iron. The procedure hinges on injecting preheated air at high pressure at the side of coke, a spinoff of coal, into the furnace belly. The coke reacts with the oxygen within the air, generating carbon monoxide (CO) – the number one decreasing agent. CO interacts with iron oxide (FeO) in the iron ore, stripping away oxygen atoms and leaving behind iron metallic (Fe). However, this essential reaction comes at a hefty environmental cost – it simultaneously generates big CO2 emissions.

Hydrogen Metallurgy: A Promising Alternative with a Chemical Edge

Hydrogen metallurgy offers a modern approach by introducing hydrogen (H2) as a co-decreasing agent alongside CO. This seemingly simple substitution has profound environmental implications. Hydrogen reacts with iron oxide within the ore, forming water vapor (H2O) and iron metal.

This reaction boasts an essential gain – it emits water vapor, a greenhouse gasoline with a significantly shorter atmospheric lifetime as compared to CO2. Additionally, hydrogen offers advanced reducing electricity as compared to CO, potentially enabling using lower-grade iron ores that traditionally require extra coke for discount.

Why is Hydrogen Metallurgy Particularly Crucial for China?

China's dominance in steel production necessitates a rapid transition in the direction of purifier technologies. Here's a deeper exploration of why hydrogen metallurgy holds giant potential for the Chinese steel industry:

Combating Climate Change: Replacing a large part of Coke with hydrogen can result in a sizeable lower CO2 emissions from blast furnaces. This aligns perfectly with China's formidable goals of accomplishing carbon neutrality with the aid of 2060. Studies estimate that full-size adoption of hydrogen metallurgy in blast furnaces should doubtlessly lessen CO2 emissions via as lots as 30-forty%.

Enhancing Resource Efficiency: Hydrogen metallurgy can improve useful resource efficiency by way of enabling the utilization of decrease-grade iron ores. These ores, frequently abundant and cheaper, historically require greater Coke for a discount due to higher tiers of impurities. However, hydrogen's advanced reducing strength can correctly manner these ores, leading to more green use of natural sources.

Technological Leadership: Investing in hydrogen metallurgy positions China at the leading edge of technological innovation in the metallic region. This management can translate into full-size economic advantages through intellectual property ownership and the capability to export this era to other metallic-generating countries.

The Current Landscape of Hydrogen Metallurgy in China: A Nation Embracing Change

China is actively exploring and imposing hydrogen metallurgy solutions, demonstrating a robust commitment toward a greener destiny. Several key tendencies spotlight this willpower:

Pilot Projects Leading the Way: Leading steel groups like Baowu Steel Group have undertaken groundbreaking pilot tasks to inject hydrogen-wealthy fuel combos into blast furnaces. These real-global tasks provide helpful records on the operational feasibility, efficiency, and emission discount capability of hydrogen metallurgy at a business scale.

Policy Support: A Catalyst for Change: The Chinese authorities acknowledge the crucial role of hydrogen metallurgy in reaching its environmental dreams and have issued supportive guidelines. These guidelines incentivize research and development in this area through investment and tax breaks, accelerating technological improvements and commercialization.

Infrastructure Development: Building the Backbone for a Hydrogen Economy: Developing a strong hydrogen infrastructure is vital for big-scale hydrogen metallurgy implementation. China is actively investing in hydrogen production facilities that make use of renewable energy assets like sun and wind power. Additionally, the government is selling the construction of hydrogen transportation networks, which include pipelines and dedicated transportation vessels, to ensure a reliable supply chain.

Challenges and Opportunities on the Road to Greener Blast Furnaces

Despite the promising outlook, integrating hydrogen metallurgy gives sure challenges that require focused efforts:

High Cost of Clean Hydrogen: Currently, producing smooth hydrogen through the electrolysis of water the usage of renewable strength sources remains a high-priced process. Technological improvements for more efficient manufacturing and economies of scale accomplished through significant adoption are vital to reducing the fee.

Adapting Existing Blast Furnaces: Traditional blast furnaces may also require changes to address hydrogen injection efficaciously. These adjustments would possibly involve adjustments to the device (wherein the hot air and reducing sellers are injected) and adjustments to the inner furnace layout to optimize fuel waft and heat distribution. These changes will necessitate investments, however, the long-term environmental and monetary benefits can outweigh the initial fees.

Safety Considerations: Hydrogen is an incredibly flammable gas, and its secure management is paramount. Implementing strong safety measures, consisting of leak detection structures, emergency response protocols, and personnel education, is crucial to ensure sure safe operation of hydrogen metallurgy blast furnaces.

However, these demanding situations aren't insurmountable. Ongoing studies and improvement efforts are constantly improving hydrogen manufacturing technologies through advancements in electrolyzers and renewable power integration. Additionally, collaborations between academia, enterprises, and authorities can boost the improvement of fee-effective and secure hydrogen metallurgy solutions.

International Collaboration: A Catalyst for Global Progress

China isn't alone in its pursuit of cleaner steel production. Leading steel-generating nations like Japan, Germany, and South Korea are also actively exploring hydrogen metallurgy. International collaboration gives tremendous benefits:

Knowledge Sharing: Sharing of study findings, technological advancements, and first-rate practices through international partnerships can expedite the development and deployment of hydrogen metallurgy throughout the globe.

Joint Investment: Collaboration lets in for the pooling of resources to spend money on big-scale hydrogen production centers and infrastructure improvement, leading to economies of scale and quicker fee reductions.

Standardization: International cooperation can facilitate the established order of common requirements for hydrogen quality, safety protocols, and blast furnace changes for hydrogen injection. This standardization will create a more streamlined and green global hydrogen economic system.

By fostering global collaboration, China can play a leading position in shaping the destiny of the steel industry and contribute extensively to global efforts closer to decarbonization.

Final Words

China's embrace of hydrogen metallurgy signifies a pivotal step towards a more sustainable steel industry. By overcoming the existing challenges and capitalizing on the vast opportunities, China can lead the way in revolutionizing blast furnace technology.

This transformation will not only benefit the environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions but also ensure the long-term competitiveness of the Chinese steel sector in the global market.  As China embarks on this transformative journey, its success will be closely watched by the world, potentially inspiring other steel-producing nations to follow suit and usher in a new era of greener steel production.

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This week in people trying to overextend their Degrees...

https://twitter.com/ylecun/status/1742233111037870259

Original comment I'm responding to:

I'm afraid you totally misunderstood my point. 1. Many authors I know are more motivated by the impact of their intellectual productions than by the income it might generate through books and other publications. 2. Many of them face the following trade-off: will I give up income in exchange for increased readership by making my book free for download, or will I generate income while decreasing readership by charging for my book? (Note that offering a free download does not preclude also selling physical books). 3. The calculus is this: since the expected income has a 50% chance of being below $2000, I'm not going to drop my day job. Perhaps I should give up on what is likely to be a modest short-term income and maximize prestige and recognition instead. Prestige and recognition through intellectual impact can turn into future income (e.g. by getting a prestigious position). 4. Lots of people in the academic world have made this calculus and have offered their books for free download. Some of them simultaneously offer print version through publishers who don't mind (generally some non-profit university press). 5. Many of those people have realized that the free download, instead of reducing printed sales, actually *increases* sales. There are famous examples. 6. Academics are very familiar with the idea that you don't get paid directly for your writings. Scholarly publications (and talks) do not generate any income (in fact, they can cost money!). The income is indirect: intellectual or artistic impact is a precondition to a position in academia or industry research labs. 7. Computer scientists are also familiar with the concept. It's called open source software. You give away your software for free. Sometimes, your employer pays you to do so. Sometimes, you just want to make a name for yourself by contributing to an important project. 8. A similar phenomenon exists in music, particularly in jazz: a number of jazz musicians achieve financial stability through a teaching position at a university or conservatory. Additional income comes from performance. They get almost nothing from recordings. I'm not suggesting people shouldn't get paid for their work. In fact, I find it quite sad that most people can't live off of their creative work. If you can make a living by selling your books, music, or video games, more power to you! But I'm wondering whether the modus operandi that is prevalent in the academic world and the open source software world could not apply to other types of intellectual and artistic production. It may cause some creative productions to exist that would not otherwise see the light of day because of lack of commercial interest from publishers.

1. Many authors I know are more motivated by the impact of their intellectual productions than by the income it might generate through books and other publications.

Many Who? Did you read #Publishingpaidme? No? Really? Did you see the last person who declared something like this and people jumping on them—it was an agent? You haven't been paying attention. Many who? Cite your sources. Do you have sources or any publishing experience in novels? I have industry experience and I can cite sources beyond one article. Should we start with Bisheng in China?

Authors and writers who do creative works are more desperate, but want to be paid and paid fairly.

Backing into the "many" without citation creates a fallacy. You can do better as someone who teaches at NYU and has a degree teaching computer science. (Though no lie in my last project on story structure, professors were the worst at citations. And yes, I can name names with that and posted long and ranted long about that and their plagiarism.)

2. Many of them face the following trade-off: will I give up income in exchange for increased readership by making my book free for download, or will I generate income while decreasing readership by charging for my book? (Note that offering a free download does not preclude also selling physical books).

This is because society, in general misinterprets creativity and devalues it as a "real skill" It has nothing really to do with your first assumption. Much like AI often pulls from large creative datasets and devalues creativity and artists' skillsets.

Also, this doesn't prove to be true, but then you haven't really looked at selling models for books. There are more complicated things going on that you don't know and aren't accounting for.

Like the psychology of reviewers and trying to game for more reviewers when your book isn't getting attention, which you would know if you knew the last debacle with the whole gaming the Goodreads reviews by over reviewing.

The calculus is this: since the expected income has a 50% chance of being below $2000, I'm not going to drop my day job. Perhaps I should give up on what is likely to be a modest short-term income and maximize prestige and recognition instead. Prestige and recognition through intellectual impact can turn into future income (e.g. by getting a prestigious position).

Ummm… this isn't calculus. Did you take Calculus? I did This seems like a mix of unsupported statistics pulling numbers wherever you feel like it without cross referencing.

You're trying to use fancy words to sound smarter while proving you don't seem to understand basic psychology and don't know how publishing, artists, or self-publishing works.

Most artists don't do things for prestige value. They don't want to be famous. It's more like sharing is caring. This might be your value set, but it's not everyone's. Have you interacted with artists and creatives? The majority of the time we're swapping different techniques and trying to help each other to the top, again, see Xiran's expose on Goodreads debacle.

For those who want to be famous, etc, you know what they preach over and over again? Don't fuck this up for the rest of the artists: Make sure you get paid for your art.

Do you need a name? John Scalzi. He is famous for saying both things.

You need another name? Harlan Ellison. Harlan Ellison argued freaking hard for this. He won court cases for us. He is famous for preaching over and over again to make sure you get paid while also wanting the prestige.

Most artists that want prestige alone don't survive in the publishing industry. It simply doesn't work because you need the skill set to go with it, and there are certainly less masochistic ways to gain prestige.

You have who exactly? Desperation isn't the same as knowing marketing skills.

Lots of people in the academic world have made this calculus and have offered their books for free download. Some of them simultaneously offer print version through publishers who don't mind (generally some non-profit university press).

This isn't calculus either. Many who? This is also false equivalency. There is a faster road and more sure road to this than getting a novel published or a nonfiction book published. You should realize the fallacy of this and also be able to own you just don't know the artists that create the art you're claiming on.

Many of those people have realized that the free download, instead of reducing printed sales, actually increases sales. There are famous examples.

No. It increases customer dissatisfaction, actually to give things away from free. I can cite Mur Lafferty with a lot of interviews with self-publishers. You have who, exactly to back your assertion?

Second one backs the assertion. I could go more academic, but it's not like you're pulling anything to support your assertions, despite being an NYU professor.

It's actually a higher satisfaction rate to charge for your book rather than to give it out for free. You get better reviews. So when people charged 1.99 for their books over free, the amount of reviews and reviewer satisfaction went up. This might be inverse of what you expect, but this is well-known among self-pubbed authors.

Psychologically, this is inverse because sometimes people think cheap is lower quality. And free is the equivalent of a mattress left on the curb–it must be used and worn and not very good–in fact it might have bed bugs.

Academics are very familiar with the idea that you don't get paid directly for your writings. Scholarly publications (and talks) do not generate any income (in fact, they can cost money!). The income is indirect: intellectual or artistic impact is a precondition to a position in academia or industry research labs.

Academics is not the same thing. You're asserting that you know because oranges are also fruit like apples, so growing oranges must be exactly like apples. That's not the case. Because Academia takes a different skill set, but a related skill set from creating books in the creative sphere. It doesn't seem you have enough publishing knowledge to back your claim, so you try to make a related claim and then claim the feelings around it must be the same.

Because the proess of publishing nonfiction and novels and short stories is different from academia, the atmosphere and the reasons why people want to publish or have a publishing career also change. There is a lot of difference in this industry compared to academia.

But it's not. It simply is not. Also, academic papers get better pay than your average article. Ask me how I know this. I fucking looked it up. You get better residuals too, in the form of prestige means you get better pay in your career itself. It doesn't work this way in general publishing. You can fuck up one day and lose your entire career. The publisher says goodbye, no more sorry, you didn't sell well that we no longer want your books. BTW, you need a reference? Brandon Sanderson said this on Writing excuses that he felt lucky that he's been able to have a continued career in this regard.

Computer scientists are also familiar with the concept. It's called open source software. You give away your software for free. Sometimes, your employer pays you to do so. Sometimes, you just want to make a name for yourself by contributing to an important project.

Open source software is totally a different type of field and psychology from what you're arguing here. Also false equivalency and computer science as a core career pays well, that people can do it for prestige? No. They want to innovate the field further and try to find other computer programmers and learn and explore things.

My Dad was a computer engineer. I know this from personal experience of being near computer engineers. I know how they think. I also worked professionally in UX. You're thinking the psychology must be the same without experiencing the people. This is over extending.

A similar phenomenon exists in music, particularly in jazz: a number of jazz musicians achieve financial stability through a teaching position at a university or conservatory. Additional income comes from performance. They get almost nothing from recordings. I'm not suggesting people shouldn't get paid for their work. In fact, I find it quite sad that most people can't live off of their creative work. If you can make a living by selling your books, music, or video games, more power to you! But I'm wondering whether the modus operandi that is prevalent in the academic world and the open source software world could not apply to other types of intellectual and artistic production. It may cause some creative productions to exist that would not otherwise see the light of day because of lack of commercial interest from publishers.

No. You're jumping in order to cover your lack of knowledge of a thing. Focus on the feelings of the publishing industry. Show your knowledge of the people that produce books.

Jazz Musicians don't have the same psychology either.

So, in total, you're confessing you don't know anything about publishing industry, how it operates and who is working in it and for what reasons, but assert you must know because apples are fruit like oranges, so you have to be growing apples and oranges in the exact same way–don't you water them and put them into full sun? So then you must be able to understand that how you grow them and the pests that come onto them and the things the farmers have to care about as an apple grower and an orange grower must be exactly the same.

This is how your argument sounds like. Why not actually do the investigating and stop spitballing and, ya know, act like an academic and ASK THE PEOPLE and stop doing your backfire effect in the wrong way?

Also, it might behoove you to look into scams writers face and why people fall for those scams.

BTW, Anthropology Degree and minor in comp lit. Also published. So yeah, I know what I'm doing when I pick on your argument.

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Behind Maui Wildfires: US is Never a Positive Agent in Climate Change Fight

— Anthony Moretti | August 16, 2023

Illustration: Xia Qing/Global Times

Maui, one of the most awe-inspiring places on Earth, has been devastated. Horrible fires - exacerbated by increasing temperatures and drought associated with climate change - have turned this paradise into something resembling a war zone. The pictures do not lie.

Fair or not, because climate change showed up in such a brutal way on Maui, a place the rich (and perhaps not so rich) consider one of their playgrounds, the challenge to re-create paradise will be carefully watched. Much like the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, damaged by fire more than four years ago, it has to be repaired perfectly - because global audiences are demanding it - Maui will have to be made perfect, or as close to it, because global eyes are watching.

This is the short-term problem: Make Maui great again. And compared to the long-term problem, it will be the easier one to handle. The more vexing, time-consuming and difficult challenge is combating climate change, and there is legitimate worry across the globe that the US is not committed to addressing it.

Unfortunately, President Joe Biden and his administration are not doing enough to be a force for good as burning wildfires and intense heat continue to define the summer of 2023. Yes, his administration has committed $370 billion to clean energy and other climate-supporting projects, which have also spurred job growth. On top of that, one of the more symbolic, but important, steps the White House recently took was sending climate envoy John Kerry to China. There, he examined with Chinese officials a variety of ways the two countries can ensure a safer climate for decades to come.

Yet, Biden has not used his so-called Bully Pulpit, the power that comes with being president and therefore framing the narrative on specific issues, to spur oil companies to do the right thing. A recent New York Times editorial called out big oil for "prioritizing dividends, share buybacks and continued fossil fuel production over increasing their clean energy investments" as this fact "suggests they are unable or unwilling to power the transition forward." Audiences must ask if those words "unable or unwilling" also apply to the president: Why is he not saying forcefully and often that oil companies must champion newer and cleaner energies? If he will not demand more, then who will? And if he will not do it now, then what will the ramifications be in the years to come?

And remember that there are darker clouds on the horizon. On the one hand, results from a recent Pew Research Center poll indicate Americans are aware of the problems associated with climate change and the opportunities the US could take to address it. However, almost one-in-three respondents still wanted the US to continue investing in what can be described in 20th century energy sources such as oil and coal.

Let's take these somewhat sanitary data and summarize them this way: Should Republicans are given the majority in the House of Representatives and Senate in 2024, the US will not be at the epicenter in the fight for a healthier, greener and sustainable planet.

With Republicans running Washington, the aforementioned climate envoy John Kerry will be sent into retirement. The global community, including organizations such as the United Nations, will be laughed at when it calls on the US to engage in meaningful conversations about the climate.

Not possible? It is definitely possible. Forget for a moment whether Donald Trump is the Republican presidential nominee in 2024. Keep in mind that he maintains a vise-like hold on the party; even if someone else is chosen to challenge President Biden in the general election, no Republican who hopes to maintain his or her political power can stray from Trump's beliefs. And one of those beliefs is that climate change is nonsense.

Despite the overwhelming evidence that climate change is real and is causing havoc across the globe and despite America clinging to an outdated idea that it is a place of "exceptionalism," there is no promise that political elites will lead on the issue. Closely related to this, there is no certainty that the public will rally to the cause. If the world's current No.1 economy draws a conclusion that it can remain in that spot by ignoring climate change, then the world can forget about the US being a positive agent in the fight against climate change.

— The author is an Associate Professor at the Department of Communication and Organizational Leadership at Robert Morris University.

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☣ BIO-WEAPON? 😷

BBC News | Covid: FBI chief Christopher Wray says China lab leak 'most likely'

“Biological warfare, also known as germ warfare, is the use of biological toxins or infectious agents such as bacteria, viruses, insects, and fungi with the intent to kill, harm or incapacitate humans, animals or plants as an act of war. Biological weapons (often termed "bio-weapons", "biological threat agents", or "bio-agents") are living organisms or replicating entities ( ⁠i.e. viruses, which are not universally considered "alive"). Entomological (insect) warfare is a subtype of biological warfare.

Offensive biological warfare is prohibited under customary international humanitarian law and several international treaties. In particular, the 1972 Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) bans the development, production, acquisition, transfer, stockpiling and use of biological weapons. Therefore, the use of biological agents in armed conflict is a war crime. In contrast, defensive biological research for prophylactic, protective or other peaceful purposes is not prohibited by the BWC...

A biological attack could conceivably result in large numbers of civilian casualties and cause severe disruption to economic and societal infrastructure...

As a tactical weapon for military use, a significant problem with biological warfare is that it would take days to be effective, and therefore might not immediately stop an opposing force. Some biological agents (smallpox, pneumonic plague) have the capability of person-to-person transmission via aerosolized respiratory droplets. This feature can be undesirable, as the agent(s) may be transmitted by this mechanism to unintended populations, including neutral or even friendly forces. Worse still, such a weapon could "escape" the laboratory where it was developed, even if there was no intent to use it – for example by infecting a researcher who then transmits it to the outside world before realizing that they were infected. Several cases are known of researchers becoming infected and dying of Ebola, which they had been working with in the lab (though nobody else was infected in those cases) – while there is no evidence that their work was directed towards biological warfare, it demonstrates the potential for accidental infection even of careful researchers fully aware of the dangers. While containment of biological warfare is less of a concern for certain criminal or terrorist organizations, it remains a significant concern for the military and civilian populations of virtually all nations.”

=> Source: Wikipedia

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Different Types of Pest Control

Pests can be a real nuisance, and it’s important to take the necessary steps to keep them at bay. Fortunately, there are many different types of control methods that you can use to protect your home and your garden.

Prevention

Preventative pest control focuses on preventing the pest from entering your property in the first place. This includes sealing cracks and crevices in your walls, floors, and windows to prevent pests from getting inside. It also involves removing food sources, such as pet feces and bird droppings.

This is often done with a combination of chemical, biological, and mechanical control techniques. If you do not have the time or resources to complete all of these tasks, it is a good idea to hire a professional to help you out with your pest control needs.

Biological controls are natural agents that kill or displace pests and their offspring without harming other organisms. These include insect predators and pathogens, such as bacteria that control certain caterpillars. Check out this website at http://www.ehow.com/how_5082517_license-pest-control-company.html for more info about pest control.

These methods have been used for centuries to control pests in areas such as China, Africa, and Southeast Asia. They can also be adapted to your local environment.

They can be very effective, but they should only be used when necessary and in accordance with label instructions. This means reading the labels carefully to be sure that the product you are using is safe for your pets and children, and will not damage or displace other species of wildlife or plants.

For example, you should never use a chemical spray containing copper that is toxic to birds in your yard or near an aquatic ecosystem. You should also avoid spraying your house with a pesticide that has high toxicity to fish and small invertebrates such as water fleas and waterbugs.

You should always keep food and other items in a well-sealed container or box to reduce the chances of pests coming in contact with them. The same goes for your clothing and linens.

The most common pests in your home or garden are insects and rodents, but other creatures can also be a problem. Insects can carry diseases and parasites that can be transferred to your family members, while rodents can damage your home and furniture.

Biological Pest Control Raleigh NC can be quite expensive, so it is not an option for most people. You can try to control your pests naturally by using predators such as birds, cats, and dogs that feed on pests.

Another way is to cultivate nematodes that can kill and control pests in your home or garden. Nematodes are predators that eat all kinds of pests and can be cultivated in a medium such as potting soil or compost.

Biological Pest Control Raleigh are usually not 100% effective, so it’s best to combine them with other methods of pest control. For instance, you can use a chemical spray to protect your garden, and then supplement it with a bacterial treatment to control the pests that are already present. The goal is to reduce the pest population to a point where it is no longer a serious threat.