Bob Martin News
Gilday fears Chinese invasion of Taiwan: 'It's how the Chinese behave and what they do'
By Bob Martin | Oct 31, 2022
Admiral Michael Gilday, chief of naval operations, believes a Chinese invasion of Taiwan could start as early as this year – much sooner than five years later, which some officials predicted.
CCP spokesperson: 'All anti-epidemic measures come at a price, but it’s all worth it'
By Bob Martin | Jun 13, 2022
Foreign Ministry spokesperson of the People’s Republic of China Hua Chunying has said that China’s approach to mitigating COVID-19 has been working, but recent reports argue that the zero-COVID policy, as well as the country’s low birth rate, could be detrimental to the economic growth of the nation.
CSIS report: 'China's industrial policy spending far surpasses' that of U.S.
By Bob Martin | Jun 3, 2022
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) recently released a report saying that the Chinese government spends much more money on industrial policy than the U.S., even when being conservative on estimating Chinese spending.
Operating room equipment industry expected to reach $27.4 billion by 2030
By Bob Martin | May 28, 2022
A recent report by Allied Market Research showed that the operating room equipment industry is expected to reach $27.4 billion by 2030, which is a 5.3% compound annual growth rate.
Vuzix to participate in Augmented World Expo USA 2022 in California
By Bob Martin | May 28, 2022
Vuzix Corporation announced in a May 25 press release that it will participate in Augmented World Expo USA 2022 from June 1 to 3 at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, California.
'I don't know if I have a home to go back to': Ukrainian company launches help desk, software solution amid conflict with Russia
By Bob Martin | May 28, 2022
Amid tensions between Russia and Ukraine, Tikit.Info, a Ukrainian company, recently launched a new help desk and internal ticket system software solution.
Vizio SmartCast customers can access A&E apps 'commercial free'
By Bob Martin | Feb 19, 2022
Vizio recently announced that millions of SmartCast customers now have access to several A&E Networks apps commercial free.
Mastercard, Spain launch innovation center to 'drive more inclusive and sustainable tourism growth'
By Bob Martin | Feb 18, 2022
Mastercard recently announced a partnership with the Spanish government to launch a Tourism Innovation Hub in Madrid that is scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2022.
US companies 'corporate complicity' evaluated in China as geopolitical tensions rise
By Bob Martin | Feb 17, 2022
As tensions continue to build between the United States and China, the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation and Horizon Advisory have developed a report called the “Corporate Complicity Scorecard.”
Intellectual property protection raises 'challenges' for U.S. companies as tensions continue with China
By Bob Martin | Feb 9, 2022
The Chinese government has promised to implement stronger relations in the 2020 U.S.-China trade deal, but a report by the U.S.-China Business Council in 2021 shows that half of the member companies surveyed feel that China’s protection of intellectual property is unchanged.
Strained U.S.-China relations present 'significant challenges' to American companies
By Bob Martin | Feb 7, 2022
For the fourth straight year, tensions between U.S. and China rank as a top challenge for American companies to do business with the Chinese, according to a study by the U.S.-China Business Council (USCBC).
Qontigo partners with 'well-respected' RepRisk
By Bob Martin | Feb 3, 2022
Qontigo, an innovative risk, analytics and index solutions provider, has partnered with RepRisk, a leader in environmental, social and governance (ESG) data science to optimize the company's brand.
QED Investors hires 'incredibly connected' Ajayi to oversee operations in Africa
By Bob Martin | Feb 2, 2022
Global venture capital firm QED Investors recently announced the hiring of Gbenga Ajayi as a partner.
'Major global challenges await:' Expectations low for speedy pandemic recovery
By Bob Martin | Jan 17, 2022
The World Economic Forum's Global Risks Report 2022 survey didn't reveal a lot of hope among global leaders in business, academia and government that the global recovery from COVID-19 will happen any time soon.
WEBTOON partners with HYBE to create BTS webcomic, videos
By Bob Martin | Jan 7, 2022
A California based streaming company, WEBTOON, has partnered with entertainment lifestyle platform HYBE to release a set of teaser videos that feature South Korean pop icons BTS.
Morningstar to acquire wealth management platform to 'improve efficiency' for advisers
By Bob Martin | Jan 4, 2022
Investing research provider Morningstar, Inc. recently announced it will acquire international business from Praemium Limited, a wealth management technology platform based in the United Kingdom.
Energy Vault, BHP announce joint venture, 'excited' to collaborate
By Bob Martin | Dec 30, 2021
Energy Vault is collaborating with mining company BHP to study Energy Vault’s technology to support power supply and energy storage at BHP operating locations.
Wipro Ltd. buys LeanSwift Solutions to expand cloud services
By Bob Martin | Dec 28, 2021
Wipro Ltd. is acquiring LeanSwift Solutions, which is a Florida-based system integrator that provides consulting, business solutions and technical services to customers.
FMD 'excited' with expansion, acquires Welin Lambie Ltd
By Bob Martin | Dec 26, 2021
Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD) continues its expansion efforts with the recent acquisition of Welin Lambie Ltd., a renowned British-based designer and manufacturer of davits used for launch and recovery of ships, as well as shore-based installations.
Keller Williams announces expansion to São Paulo, Brazil: 'monumental gains'
By Bob Martin | Dec 24, 2021
Keller Williams has been expanding its real estate franchise around the globe and recently announced that it will be adding a master franchise in São Paulo, Brazil, which will be operational in the first quarter of 2022.