Biden Administration's New Merger Guidelines Criticized as a 'War on Business’
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers criticized the US government's new rules on mergers and acquisitions, calling it a "war on business."
U.S. Department of Defense Bolsters Forces in Response to Iran's Ship Attacks
The U.S. Department of Defense has announced plans to deploy additional forces to the U.S. Central Command (Centcom) area of responsibility in response to Iran's attacks and seizures of commercial ships in the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman.
Tech Giants Commit to AI Safeguards in Deal with Biden Administration, But Regulation Concerns Remain
Several major tech companies, including Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft, and others, have made voluntary commitments to meet a set of artificial intelligence (AI) safeguards brokered by the White House.
California Faces Challenges in Allowing Autonomous Truck Testing Without Drivers
Assembly Bill 316 has been introduced to enable autonomous truck testing in California, but the prospects remain bleak due to opposition from the Teamsters Union and concerns about safety and job displacement.
How Cultural Swirls and the Long Tail Have Transformed Our Individual Experiences
In the midst of a cultural swirl, we often believe that everyone else is experiencing the same moments as we are.
Former US and South Korean Officials Discuss the Need for Western-led Trade Pacts in Asia
During a panel discussion, former officials from the US and South Korea debated the necessity of having both the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) in the Asia-Pacific region.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen Highlights the Importance of Strengthening Ties with Vietnam
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen emphasized the importance of strengthening economic and security ties with Vietnam during her visit to the country, as part of the United States' efforts to build relationships in Asia.
FuelTrust Study Exposes Ethical Issues in Maritime Fuel Market, Leading to Billions in Losses
FuelTrust, a start-up based in Houston, has conducted research exposing the lack of transparency and ethical issues in the maritime fuel market.
Wheat Prices Surge as Russia Attacks Ukraine's Grain Supplies
Wheat prices experienced a significant increase following Russia's actions targeting Ukraine's grain export infrastructure.
Complexity and Challenges: Exploring the Largest Pharmaceutical Supply Chains
This article discusses the unique complexities and challenges faced by pharmaceutical supply chains.
Unveiling the Overlooked Impact of Natural Disasters on the U.S. Food and Agriculture Sector
The U.S. food and agriculture sector faces ongoing challenges from the pandemic, rising costs, and labor shortages.
Technology Can Be Leveraged to Optimize Efficiency and Combat Inflation in the Freight Industry
The freight industry is grappling with inflationary pressures, including labor cost increases and reduced consumer spending
Insights from Foley & Lardner's Annual White Paper on Industry Challenges and Adaptation
According to the annual "Manufacturing White Paper" by Foley & Lardner LLP, the manufacturing industry is facing significant shifts and challenges in various areas.
U.S. and EU Collaborate to Reduce Asia's Dominance in the Global Semiconductor Market
The U.S. and EU are taking steps to lessen Asia's stronghold on the global semiconductor market. With the shift of semiconductor manufacturing operations to major Asian countries, the U.S. and Europe have faced challenges in maintaining competitiveness.
House Committee Weighs Fiscal 2024 Bill: Key Priorities and Discussions
The transportation funding committee in the U.S. House of Representatives will consider a fiscal 2024 transportation bill, which would allocate $90.2 billion for the Departments of Transportation and Housing and Urban Development.
The Expiration of the Black Sea Grain Deal
The expiration of the Black Sea grain deal, which allowed Ukraine to export grain via the Black Sea, is a significant development with implications for global food prices and the World Food Programme (WFP).
America's Most Crucial Waterway Faces Drying Out Crisis
Drought conditions in the Midwest and lower-than-normal rainfall in parts of the eastern U.S. is causing water levels to drop on the Mississippi and Ohio rivers for the second consecutive year.
Teamsters President Urges White House to Refrain from Intervention in Potential UPS Worker Strike
Negotiations between UPS and the Teamsters union, representing 340,000 workers, have reached a standstill, with a looming July 31 deadline for a new contract.
Canadian West Coast Ports Strike Ends, but Supply Chain Recovery Expected to Take Weeks
The 13-day labor strike at the West Coast ports in Canada has ended, as Canada’s Labor Minister and Transport Minister on Twitter announced.
Impending Expiration of Ukraine Grain Deal
The United Nations-brokered Black Sea Grain Initiative, which has facilitated the safe export of 32 million metric tons of food from Ukraine, is set to expire on July 18.