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Refracturing, diversion technology challenges industry - Midland Reporter-Telegram

08-12-2016 21:52 via mrt.com

$Refracturing, diversion technology challenges industry - Midland Reporter-Telegram$

Refracturing, diversion technology challenges industry
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Officials in the oil industry believe that there are many shale wells that could be candidates for re-fracturing. Officials in the oil industry believe that there are many shale wells that could be candidates for re-fracturing. Photo: BHP Billiton ...

RPA technology is ready to change how companies manage operations - TechTarget

08-12-2016 20:52 via searchitchannel.techtarget.com

RPA technology is ready to change how companies manage operations
TechTarget
RPA tools are poised to spread their influence in the enterprise as cognitive automation finds its way into back-office, front-office and rule-driven IT operations. This Article Covers. New emerging technologies in the IT channel. RELATED TOPICS ...

How Wearable Technology Got Quietly Into Major League Baseball - Forbes

08-12-2016 20:48 via forbes.com

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How Wearable Technology Got Quietly Into Major League Baseball
Forbes
Of all the major sports, baseball has been the one most closely tied to player performance data. Whether that has been PitchFx, Statcast, or other advanced metrics that are now fully adopted in the game, when it comes to statistics, baseball rules them ...and more »

Scientists building the next generation of technology for the logistics industry - Economic Times

08-12-2016 20:29 via economictimes.indiatimes.com

Economic Times
Scientists building the next generation of technology for the logistics industry
Economic Times
How can the principle of atoms arranging themselves to form stable metal help pack boxes inside larger containers? Can the pattern of insects walking from their colonies to gather food teach you something about cleaning GPS coordinates for easier ...

Boost In Technology Budgets Benefits Amazon, Microsoft, Salesforce - Investor's Business Daily

08-12-2016 20:21 via investors.com

Investor's Business Daily
Boost In Technology Budgets Benefits Amazon, Microsoft, Salesforce
Investor's Business Daily
Optimism is high for increases in information technology budgets in 2017, a fact that should benefit Microsoft and other tech leaders. (Richard B. Levine/Newscom). BRIAN DEAGON; 12:57 PM ET. Facebook · Twitter · LinkedIn · Print · Share · Reprints.and more »

Information technology: Struggling for growth and margins - Livemint

08-12-2016 19:58 via livemint.com

Livemint
Information technology: Struggling for growth and margins
Livemint
Stricter regulations on visas are expected to hurt margins; and if the Donald Trump presidency results in very harsh measures, even growth can be hurt. Photo: Mint. India's information technology (IT) sector was expected to report the lowest growth in ...

"Steam Canoe" winter station made from a new technology, Press Laminated Timber - Treehugger

08-12-2016 18:19 via treehugger.com

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"Steam Canoe" winter station made from a new technology, Press Laminated Timber
Treehugger
It gets cold on the beach during winter, so now Toronto is doing its version of the Winnipeg Warming Hut competition with its own Winter Stations Design Competition. One of last year's winners was The Steam Canoe, a design from OCAD University in ...

U.S. manufacturers aren't investing in new technology - Marketplace.org

08-12-2016 17:57 via marketplace.org

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U.S. manufacturers aren't investing in new technology
Marketplace.org
A lot of U.S. manufacturers are holding back on investing in the latest technology. That's according to a new report from the Boston Consulting Group. Companies are coming up short on investments in what's called Industry 4.0 — an umbrella term for ...and more »

Imagining a Real-World Modern Santa: How Would He Use Technology to Deliver Gifts on Christmas Eve? - Nature World News

08-12-2016 16:18 via natureworldnews.com

Nature World News
Imagining a Real-World Modern Santa: How Would He Use Technology to Deliver Gifts on Christmas Eve?
Nature World News
How would a modern-day Santa Claus use technology to deliver gifts on Christmas Eve? (Photo : Hulton Archive/Getty Images). Santa Claus has been a fictional character meant to represent the spirit of gift giving during Christmas. However, a sleigh ...and more »

India and Israel to Intensify Science and Technology Cooperation - Sputnik International

08-12-2016 15:21 via sputniknews.com

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India and Israel to Intensify Science and Technology Cooperation
Sputnik International
Israeli Science Minister Ofir Akunis' India visit was focused on stepping up the pace of partnerships in cyber security and health care. Discussions also took place on cooperation in rocket propulsion. Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev and Chinese ...

Trainman And Ola Team up to Boost Mobility For Indian Railway Travelers

08-12-2016 14:41

The tie-up enables Trainman consumers to book Ola rides while travelling to and from railway stations or anywhere in the city.

Freecharge Making Its Way Into The F&B Sector

08-12-2016 14:41

FreeCharge has existing tie-ups with all the leading food delivery companies in India, including Zomato, Foodpanda, Swiggy, Fresh Menu, Runnr and Domino’s.

Alcatel Launches 'Idol 4' at Rs 16,999

08-12-2016 14:41

The smartphone comes with Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 processor and a 5.2-inch display with full HD.

Technology for measuring magnetic properties under stress using piezoelectric device - Phys.Org

08-12-2016 14:17 via phys.org

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Technology for measuring magnetic properties under stress using piezoelectric device
Phys.Org
Fujitsu Laboratories today announced the development of technology for measuring the magnetic properties of materials when force (stress) is applied. This will be vital to enabling more advanced large-scale simulations of the kinds of magnetic fields ...and more »

How video-sharing technology is bringing much-needed modernisation to grassroots sport - Telegraph.co.uk

08-12-2016 14:17 via telegraph.co.uk

Telegraph.co.uk
How video-sharing technology is bringing much-needed modernisation to grassroots sport
Telegraph.co.uk
What would watching myself on Match of the Day feel like? This is a question I have often pondered, even though in reality it would mainly involve scuffed shots from close range. I expect it is a situation most amateur players have dreamed about at ...

Banks in technology arms race with banking apps - The Australian Financial Review

08-12-2016 13:49 via afr.com

Banks in technology arms race with banking apps
The Australian Financial Review
Matt Comyn, CBA head of retail banking, still claims technology leadership in mobile banking. Louie Douvis. Tony Boyd. Share on twitter. by Tony Boyd. When users of Uber in Australia opened their app this week, they were asked if they would allow the ...and more »

Panasonic P77 With Reliance Jio Support Now Costs Rs 5,299

08-12-2016 12:54

The offer is valid only for December 8th on Flipkart.

This Is Why People (Not Technology) Are Still Your Greatest Asset - Forbes

08-12-2016 12:01 via forbes.com

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This Is Why People (Not Technology) Are Still Your Greatest Asset
Forbes
Innovation in technology is rapidly developing daily, and changing the way businesses are run. Earlier this week, Amazon revealed a huge new business development with a brick and mortar store called AmazonGo without cashiers – shoppers simply swipe ...

Bluetooth 5: What you need to know about the new wireless technology - Telegraph.co.uk

08-12-2016 11:44 via telegraph.co.uk

Bluetooth 5: What you need to know about the new wireless technology
Telegraph.co.uk
An update to the decades-old technology Bluetooth was officially adopted this week, offering wireless connections with faster pairing and a longer range. Bluetooth 5, which has been accepted as the official standard for the connection technology by the ...and more »

YouTube Users in India to Now See More Local Language Content

08-12-2016 11:41

YouTube has started rolling this feature out for all users.

YouTube Rewind Celebrates Videos, People And Trends That Made 2016 Memorable

08-12-2016 11:41

Amazing video.

The Black Pearl Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge is Now Official

08-12-2016 11:41

Specifications-wise, the Pearl Black variant of Galaxy S7 Edge is said to be similar to other S7 Edge models.

SBI Card Launches 'E-STORE', Partners With Goibibo to Enhance Mobile App

08-12-2016 11:41

E-STORE is a platform within the mobile app, which enables cardholders to make purchases from partner merchants in a seamless manner while availing exclusive offers and benefits.

Japanese Robotics Startup ZMP Will Delay Tokyo Listing

08-12-2016 11:41

The leaked information has already been deleted and the company has found no new leaks, it said in a news release.

Apple Releases 'Best of 2016' List for India

08-12-2016 11:41

‘Prisma’ bagged the first place by being the most downloaded app for iPhone in 2016.

What's the best cheap laptop for running Minecraft? - The Guardian

08-12-2016 10:47 via theguardian.com

The Guardian
What's the best cheap laptop for running Minecraft?
The Guardian
Claire wants to buy her son a laptop to run Minecraft with Pixelmon mods. Her budget is £300, but she's willing to spend a more. For this year's Hour of Code event, Microsoft has launched a free online coding tutorial based on Minecraft, for children ...and more »

Uber And Skyscanner Collaborate to Giveaway Free International Air Tickets

08-12-2016 10:10

In partnership with Skyscanner, riders in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata and Hyderabad have the opportunity to fly for free to either Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka or Jordan.

Top 5 Android Phones Under Rs 20,000 in 2016

08-12-2016 10:10

The sub-Rs 20,000 segment, being a highly competitive one, sees a consistent launch of solid smartphones and offer premium features.

Sprint to Collaborate With Pokemon Go Developer For Increased Foot Fall in Stores

08-12-2016 10:10

Pokemon Go players can go to Sprint, Boost and Sprint at RadioShack locations to recharge phones, get data plans, collect in-game items, including Poke balls and eggs, and battle with their favourite characters.

NASA Curiosity Mars Rover Faces Drill Glitch

08-12-2016 10:10

Curiosity is at a site on lower Mount Sharp selected for what would be the mission's seventh sample collection drilling of 2016.

Might Fine Facebook Over Online Hate Content: Merkel Ally

08-12-2016 10:10

Germany is seen as a forerunner when it comes to forcing Facebook to step up efforts to police online hate speech.

Science, technology key to national development- Minister - Vanguard

08-12-2016 09:21 via vanguardngr.com

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Science, technology key to national development- Minister
Vanguard
Dr Ogbonnaya Onu, Minster of Science and Technology says Science and Technology is key to national development. Onu represented by Mr Taiye Akinyemi, the Ministry's Director of Media, said this at the 1st Annual Lecture and Award Night organised by ...and more »

Reliance Jio Impact: Airtel Launches Free Voice Calls And Data Packs

08-12-2016 08:40

Bharti Airtel Thursday launched two new bundled packs for its prepaid customers with free voice calling and substantial data benefits worth Rs 145 and Rs 345.

Pebble Now Becomes Part of Fitbit

08-12-2016 08:40

Pebble fired 25 percent of its workforce in March. Even after two rounds of funding which collectively raised $26 million, the company is largely in debt.

Paytm Now Works Without Smartphone And Internet: Here is How

08-12-2016 08:40

Users can use Paytm’s new toll-free number to give instructions over the phone regarding any transactions required.

Best 5 Android Smartphones Under Rs 20,000

08-12-2016 08:40

The sub-Rs 20,000 segment, being a highly competitive one, sees a consistent launch of solid smartphones and offer premium features.

Apple Might Come up With 'Red' iPhone Next Year

08-12-2016 08:40

The company is expected to adhere to "s year" for its 2017 line-up.

Turner Expands Partnership With Snapchat to Create More Shows

08-12-2016 06:57

TV networks of the Time Warner Inc unit, including TBS and Adult Swim, will create original series exclusively for the unit of Snap, Inc, the broadcaster said in a statement.

Launch Pad Explosion Aftereffects: Musk's SpaceX Rockets Grounded Till January

08-12-2016 06:57

The company had hoped to launch a Falcon 9 rocket on December 16 to put 10 satellites into orbit for Iridium Communications Inc., but did not receive a required license to fly from the Federal Aviation Administration, which oversees U.S. commercial space transportation.

Careem Introduces Female Cab Drivers in Pakistan

08-12-2016 06:57

Now it has a new idea for Pakistan: taxis driven by women, who will pick up both male and female customers. The start-up operates in the Pakistani cities of Lahore, Islamabad and Karachi.

Trial Over Patent Dispute Between Apple and Baili Opens in Beijing

08-12-2016 05:37

Previously, Baili accused Zoomflight of selling the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus models, which Baili claimed had infringed on the patent of its 100C phone models.

Careem Introduces Female Cab Drivers in Conservative Pakistan

08-12-2016 05:37

Now it has a new idea for Pakistan: taxis driven by women, who will pick up both male and female customers. The start-up operates in the Pakistani cities of Lahore, Islamabad and Karachi.

All-Metal Moto M to Launch in India on December 13

08-12-2016 05:37

The Moto M is being seen as the premium version of the Moto G Plus.

Vodafone Slashes 4G Mobile Data Prices By 50%

08-12-2016 03:30

All Vodafone 4G pre-paid customers can now avail 'Double Data' benefits on existing market packs and will enable Vodafone customers to enjoy an enhanced mobile internet experience, said Vodafone.

Sales down 25-30% post demonetisation, says Micromax

08-12-2016 03:30

According to various reports, the government's demonetization drive and the cash crunch that followed has hit sales of mobile handsets, including those sold online.