Armed with a degree in entrepreneurship and marketing from Babson College, Massachusetts, Sarthak brings a bold, modern leadership style that fuses innovation, sustainability and global ambition. A graduate of Babson College, he combines modern management practices with advanced technologies like automation and IoT to optimize production and ensure precision. Under his astute leadership, Renny has embraced green manufacturing, expanded globally, and diversified its portfolio with cutting-edge solutions, setting new benchmarks in construction materials. His leadership reflects the hallmarks of new-age business trends, such as agility, digital transformation and sustainability. He embraces data-driven decision-making, leveraging advanced market analytics and real-time supply chain visibility to optimize production and deliveries. Recognizing the growing importance of tech-enabled manufacturing, he is actively integrating automation, AI-driven quality checks and IoT-based monitoring systems across Renny’s facilities to enhance efficiency, reduce waste and ensure precision in every step of production. One of Sarthak’s standout initiatives is his commitment to sustainable manufacturing. Fully aware of the industry’s environmental impact, he is leading Renny toward green manufacturing practices by adopting cleaner processes, reducing carbon emissions and implementing circular economy principles. His vision is to set industry benchmarks by offering construction materials that are not only premium in quality but also environmentally responsible, aligning with global sustainability goals. At the core of his approach is the empowerment of teams. He encourages a collaborative work culture, fostering innovation through cross-functional collaboration and a flat hierarchy. He believes in continuous learning and regularly invests in talent development programs, nurturing future leaders within the organization. He is a strong proponent of remote work technologies and flexible work environments, embracing the future of work to retain top talent and increase operational efficiency. Under his leadership, Renny has achieved seamless vertical integration, producing a crucial raw material which allows Renny to control every aspect of the supply chain—from raw material sourcing to final product delivery—ensuring unmatched quality and speed. Sarthak's approach ensures that Renny can meet even the most demanding client requirements, positioning the company as a leader in delivering high-performance solutions across global markets. Sarthak Gupta has spearheaded the creation of innovation centers focused on research and development to drive the company’s growth through product diversification. His forward-thinking approach has already resulted in the successful incorporation of Solar Structures and Livestock solutions into Renny’s expanding portfolio. By prioritizing market creation through innovation, Sarthak ensures that Renny stays ahead of industry trends, offering cutting-edge solutions that meet emerging demands and set new standards in the construction and infrastructure sectors. Sarthak’s vision extends well beyond domestic success. He is driving Renny’s global expansion, strengthening the company's footprint in international markets. With a dedicated export team and plans to establish international warehouses, Sarthak is positioning Renny has a global player, providing premium scaffolding and formwork solutions worldwide. His global outlook is enhanced by Renny’s commitment to advanced R&D, which focuses on developing long-lasting protective coatings and extending product lifespans for use in the most demanding environments. In a short span, he has guided Renny to secure key international certifications like EN1090, ISO 9001 and CE, ensuring the highest standards of product excellence. He balances operational efficiency with sustainability-driven innovations, making Renny not just a leading name in the construction materials industry but also a forward-thinking company with a strong ethical core. Sarthak Gupta is steering Renny into a new era of growth, sustainability and global leadership, blending the best of traditional values with cutting-edge, modern management practices. Website: https://www.rennystrips.com/ (This article is part of DMCL Consumer Connect Initiative, a paid publication programme. DMCL claims no editorial involvement and assumes no responsibility, liability or claims for any errors or omissions in the content of the article. The DMCL Editorial team is not responsible for this content.)
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Texas Tech, Kelly 9-150, Eakin 6-48, Conyers 4-37, Douglas 3-50, Brooks 2-35, J.Williams 2-30, Tharp 2-9. MISSED FIELD GOALS_None.( MENAFN - EIN Presswire) Chloroprene Rubber Global market Report 2024 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2024-2033 The Business Research Company's Early Year-End Sale! Get up to 30% off detailed market research reports-for a limited time only! LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, December 13, 2024 /EINPresswire / -- The Business Research Company's Early Year-End Sale: Get up to 30% off detailed market research reports-limited time only! The global chloroprene rubber market is forecast to show impressive growth , predicted to rise from $1.41 billion in 2023 to $1.56 billion in 2024, posting a compound annual growth rate CAGR of 10.5%. Key drivers of this growth include rapid industrial development, a thriving automotive industry, increased construction activities, consumer goods manufacturing, and expansion in the chemical industry. Looking into the future, wonder how the chloroprene rubber market will fare? In the following five years, the market size of chloroprene rubber is likely to experience remarkable growth. The forecasts indicate a rise to $2.36 billion in 2028, reflecting a CAGR of 10.9%. This growth can be attributed to an increasing demand for protective gear, heightened demand for wetsuits and sportswear, growing usage in medical devices and equipment, growth in chemical processing applications, and an escalating demand for high-performance elastomers. To learn more about historical market progression, get a sample of our detailed market report: What's triggering this growth momentum in the chloroprene rubber market? The construction sector's performance is a significant driver. The sector, which involves the planning, designing, and construction of infrastructure such as residential, commercial, and industrial structures, roads, bridges, among others, has experienced remarkable growth. This expansion owes to a rising population and urbanization, increased government spending on infrastructure, economic development, advanced construction methods, and an amplified focus on sustainable and green building practices. Chloroprene rubber, commonly known as Neoprene, is critical in construction due to its durability, flexibility, and resistance to environmental factors. Its resistance to aging, chemicals, and extreme temperatures makes it an invaluable resource in various applications, enhancing the longevity and dependability of building structures. As evidenced by a report from the US Census Bureau in August 2024, the value of construction operations for residential projects in the US escalated from $875,539 million in June 2023 to $939,806 million in June 2024. This growth in the construction sector is propelling the chloroprene rubber market. To access the full report, please follow the link: Who are the juggernauts in the chloroprene rubber market? 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(BPT) - The holidays bring a whirlwind of excitement, sales, and unfortunately also scams. Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Week mean increased online transactions, e-commerce traffic, and a heightened focus on fulfilling customer orders — all of which make small businesses, especially micro-businesses, prime targets for cybercriminals. According to Bank of America's Small Business Owner's Report , more than half of small business owners said cybersecurity threats have impacted their business. Unlike larger corporations with dedicated IT departments, many small and micro businesses lack proper security infrastructure, leaving them more vulnerable to and harmed by threats. A single scam or breach can be costly and can put a business behind during the busy holiday season. Scammers know how to exploit the season's hustle and bustle. But don't let the Grinch steal your seasonal success — arm yourself with these tips from the pros at Norton Small Business to stay protected and keep the holiday cheer intact. The Naughty List: Common Holiday Cyber Scams Phishing: Fake emails or texts disguised as retailers or shipping services claim "Order issues" or "Tracking updates." Clicking these links can lead to malicious sites or stolen credentials. Payment fraud: Increased holiday transactions mean a higher risk of stolen credit card use, chargebacks, and "friendly fraud," where buyers dispute charges after receiving goods. Physically damaged cards during in-person payments and mismatched addresses for online transactions can be red flags. The impact of malware: Cybercriminals target businesses with malware that locks its data or steals customer information, disrupting holiday operations. Website vulnerabilities: Unpatched software or weak security measures on your e-commerce site can lead to data breaches or malicious code injections. Gift card fraud: Hackers might target or even brute-force codes for digital gift cards, either to steal funds or use them fraudulently, which can result in financial loss and impact customer trust. In today's digital-first world, cybersecurity is no longer optional — it's a necessity. With cyber threats evolving constantly, safeguarding your business requires vigilance, informed employees, and robust practices. Investing in cybersecurity tools is a simple way to address these concerns. The Nice List: 7 Cyber Safety Tips for the Holidays Train Employees to Spot Scams: Equip your team to recognize phishing attempts, avoid suspicious links, and adopt the mantra: "When in doubt, throw it out!" Secure Your Systems and Networks: Use strong passwords, enable a VPN (Virtual Private Network) for all remote work, and keep software, operating systems, and drivers up to date to patch vulnerabilities. Guard Sensitive Data: Avoid sharing personal or company information over email and rely on secure payment platforms to handle transactions. Double Down on Authentication: Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) on critical accounts like banking, e-commerce, and email for an added layer of security. Backup Your Data Regularly: Protect yourself against ransomware and system failures by maintaining up-to-date backups of important business information. Protect E-Commerce and Gift Cards: Use secure payment processors and set clear refund policies to deter disputes. Employ tools like CAPTCHA to prevent hackers from brute-forcing codes and monitor for unusual activity. Invest in Cybersecurity Solutions: Tools like Norton Small Business Premium offer round-the-clock protection for your devices, data, and online activity — no IT skills required. In a world where scams are harder to detect it is good to have extra help. Owners and employees can check in real time if something might be a scam with the free Norton Genie app . With a simple screen shot, this AI-powered scam detection tool can tell you if a text message, social media post, email or website message is likely to be a scam, what makes the content suspicious, and what to do next. Beyond just protecting your systems, it's essential to build trust with your customers by showing them that your business takes cybersecurity seriously. Displaying security badges on your website, being transparent about how customer data is protected, and offering secure payment options can go a long way in fostering customer confidence and retention. The holidays are a time of opportunity for both small businesses and scammers. By adopting these best practices, you can protect your business, your customers, and your peace of mind this season. Think of Norton Small Business as your holiday helper, protecting your devices and data while you focus on operating your business. With easy setup and robust features, it's your always-on IT department working 24/7 to protect your business and employees. Visit https://us.norton.com/products/small-business for more information.None
DOYLESTOWN – For all the excitement generated by watching bruising backs Mick Johnson and Saalem Frink shred defenses with explosive runs and punishing hits on would-be tacklers, Bonner & Prendergast’s potent ground attack owes much of its success to the work of the big boys on the offensive line. Leading the charge is Chaz Ingram, the Friars’ 6-foot-1, 240-pound enforcer and two-time All-Catholic League honoree. Ingram, along with linemates Kevin Hunter, Caleb Tesema, Julius Johnson and CJ Chisholm, owned the trenches Friday night at Central Bucks West. The unit imposed its will, manhandling Southern Lehigh defenders and paving the way for Johnson and Frink to run wild in a lopsided 55-26 victory in the semifinals of the PIAA Class 4A playoffs. With the win, the Friars became the first Delaware County football team to advance to a state final since Garnet Valley in 2007. They’ll meet Lampeter-Strasburg for the Class 4A championship Thursday at Cumberland Valley. “For us, it all starts out in the weight room, three days a week at least,” Ingram said. “Lots of weight lifting and working on our technique. That’s been big. Just working every day, putting (everything) we have into it.” The Friars leaned heavily on their offensive line to carve out massive running lanes for Johnson and Frink, and the results were astonishing. Johnson turned 12 carries into 148 yards and four touchdowns, while Frink torched the defense for 173 yards and two scores on just eight touches. Bonner & Prendie piled up an eye-popping 418 rushing yards on 33 carries, averaging a staggering 12.6 yards per attempt. “Anything the defense gives us, we’re going to take,” Ingram said. “We know that our running backs will just run through anybody that’s in our way. There’s no stopping them.” Even after the starters were pulled with the game well in hand, the second unit kept the ground game rolling. Mekhi Martin amassed 78 yards on seven carries, including a 34-yard burst to the end zone in the fourth quarter. Kareem Johnson added 14 yards on four carries. The Friars were so dominant in the trenches that not a single runner lost yardage on the night — save for one play when wide receiver Jalil Hall lined up in the wildcat and was stopped on a quarterback sneak from the 1-yard line. Bonner & Prendergast head coach Jack Muldoon praised the dominance of his offensive linemen, highlighting their ability to neutralize defenders who struggled to gain any leverage or penetrate into the backfield. “We challenge the offensive line every game. Today, they dominated,” Muldoon said. “What we’ve run all year – getting (Johnson) over 1,000 rushing yards and passing the ball like we have – it’s all because we have had amazing protection. Remember, we have a 5-foot-5 quarterback (Noel Campbell). Today, between our two guards Chaz and big Kevin Hunter, they were dominant. When we pulled in the run game with our guards, they (Southern Lehigh) just couldn’t handle it. They were destroying guys. “That’s pretty good football.” The offensive line waited patiently to go to work in the first quarter. Southern Lehigh opened the game with an 11-play march, but Bonner & Prendie’s defense stood tall, forcing a stop. Inexplicably,, Southern Lehigh lined up for a 42-yard field goal that never had a chance. Campbell then was picked off on the Friars’ first offensive snap and Southern Lehigh took over at the Friars’ 19. Once again, the O-line was sidelined temporarily... until senior wide receiver/defensive back Jeremiah Coleman made a huge play. While Coleman didn’t get many chances to flash his receiving skills Friday, after coming off an eight-catch, 204-yard outing in the quarterfinals against Pope John Paul II, he made his presence felt on defense. Five minutes into the opening stanza, Coleman picked off a Colton Sams pass in the end zone. On the very next play, Mick Johnson took a handoff, and like a shot out of a cannon, ran straight ahead 80 yards to pay dirt for the game’s first score. “We needed something in the first quarter to get us going, and that play (his interception) got us going. Plays like that, that’s what we need. I’m just happy I could do it,” said Coleman, who set a school single-season receiving record (843 yards) with his performance last week ... only to have it broken by Jalil Hall (927) Friday night. “And on the next play, you see Mick got the 80-yard touchdown. That was great. “When you think of Mick and Saalem, you think of (Detroit Lions running backs) Jahmyr Gibbs and Davis Montgomery. I think our duo is just like how they do it. We’ve got somebody who’s going to punch it in and we’ve got somebody who’s going to hit the big runs. I just love the way they’ve been contributing to the team, and with how far we’ve been going, they are with us and they’re playing great.” Coleman had more nice words for the big boys in the trenches, noting how the offensive line has been the engine driving the Friars’ success. The Friars’ offensive versatility speaks volumes – one week it’s the Campbell-to-Coleman aerial attack lighting up the scoreboard, as it did against Pope John Paul II, and the next it’s the ground game taking over, as Johnson and Frink took center stage Friday. “The offensive line has been doing that since Week 1. All the games we’ve played, they all stayed locked in and they’ve been fighting,” Coleman said. “Shoutout to them, I give big thanks to them. Man, they’ve been great. Nothing would happen without them.” Now, Lampeter-Strasburg will have to face the wrath of the Friars’ road graders Thursday night in the Class 4A state championship.None
Nutanix ( NASDAQ:NTNX – Free Report ) had its target price hoisted by Morgan Stanley from $72.00 to $78.00 in a report released on Wednesday, Benzinga reports. The firm currently has an overweight rating on the technology company’s stock. A number of other research firms also recently issued reports on NTNX. Oppenheimer started coverage on shares of Nutanix in a research note on Wednesday, November 13th. They issued an “outperform” rating and a $80.00 price target on the stock. Barclays boosted their target price on Nutanix from $75.00 to $87.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Wednesday. Needham & Company LLC lifted their price objective on Nutanix from $80.00 to $90.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday. JPMorgan Chase & Co. increased their target price on Nutanix from $65.00 to $75.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday, August 29th. Finally, Royal Bank of Canada raised their target price on Nutanix from $70.00 to $75.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a report on Thursday, August 29th. Three analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, thirteen have given a buy rating and one has issued a strong buy rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, Nutanix has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $78.86. Get Our Latest Stock Report on Nutanix Nutanix Stock Down 2.1 % Nutanix ( NASDAQ:NTNX – Get Free Report ) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, August 28th. The technology company reported ($0.06) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ($0.08) by $0.02. Nutanix had a negative net margin of 3.54% and a negative return on equity of 12.43%. The firm had revenue of $547.95 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $537.12 million. As a group, sell-side analysts anticipate that Nutanix will post 0.31 EPS for the current year. Insiders Place Their Bets In other Nutanix news, CFO Rukmini Sivaraman sold 24,316 shares of Nutanix stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, September 17th. The stock was sold at an average price of $58.85, for a total transaction of $1,430,996.60. Following the completion of the sale, the chief financial officer now directly owns 192,169 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $11,309,145.65. The trade was a 11.23 % decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this link . Also, COO David Sangster sold 11,950 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Monday, September 16th. The stock was sold at an average price of $59.83, for a total value of $714,968.50. Following the transaction, the chief operating officer now directly owns 123,868 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $7,411,022.44. This represents a 8.80 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . 6.80% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders. Institutional Trading of Nutanix A number of hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. Cetera Investment Advisers boosted its holdings in shares of Nutanix by 48.7% in the 1st quarter. Cetera Investment Advisers now owns 76,103 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $4,697,000 after buying an additional 24,918 shares in the last quarter. Diversified Trust Co boosted its stake in Nutanix by 46.7% in the second quarter. Diversified Trust Co now owns 36,666 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $2,084,000 after acquiring an additional 11,668 shares in the last quarter. Versor Investments LP boosted its stake in Nutanix by 211.7% in the third quarter. Versor Investments LP now owns 33,352 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $1,976,000 after acquiring an additional 22,652 shares in the last quarter. Marshall Wace LLP grew its holdings in shares of Nutanix by 47.5% during the second quarter. Marshall Wace LLP now owns 1,482,989 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $84,308,000 after purchasing an additional 477,838 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Resolute Capital Asset Partners LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Nutanix during the second quarter worth about $2,274,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 85.25% of the company’s stock. Nutanix Company Profile ( Get Free Report ) Nutanix, Inc provides an enterprise cloud platform in North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa. The company offers hyperconverged infrastructure software stack that converges virtualization, storage, and networking services into a turnkey solution; Acropolis Hypervisor, an enterprise-grade virtualization solution; flow virtual networking and flow network security, which offers services to visualize the network, automate common network operations, and build virtual private networks; Nutanix Kubernetes Engine for automated deployment and management of Kubernetes clusters to simplify the provisioning, operations, and lifecycle management of cloud-native environments, applications, and microservices; and Nutanix Cloud Clusters. Further Reading Receive News & Ratings for Nutanix Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Nutanix and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .Gogglebox favourites supported by fans after revealing heartbreaking loss
Will Gustav Nyquist Score a Goal Against the Stars on December 12?With the first third of the season now complete, NHL teams have had time to evaluate their playoff chances and their rosters. Statistically speaking, the Montreal Canadiens are still “in the mix” and a strong run could enhance their chances of securing a playoff spot. Realistically speaking, they are still a long shot. The Habs management team of Jeff Gorton and Kent Hughes does not want to appear as if they are giving up on the season and trading veterans could certainly give that impression. But holding on to veterans, falling short of the playoffs and losing three or four players to free agency is also a risk. The Canadiens are walking a bit of a tightrope here. The Value of Leadership The argument can be made that keeping these veterans on the roster for their leadership qualities is worth something, but how much? The Canadiens may only be able to hold on to these players until season end and could lose them for nothing. That means that the leadership provided by this group could conceivably end with the last game of the regular season. Among the “young veterans” the defence has already gained a lot of experience and continues to do so. Forwards like Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield and now Patrik Laine have also begun to establish themselves as leaders. In addition, players acquired in trades, some could possibly bring NHL experience with them; acquisitions don’t always have to be prospects and draft picks. Upon further review keeping the group of veterans who are pending free agents may not be critical and could actually be detrimental in the long run if the Canadiens lose them, getting nothing in return. Template for a Trade Using that framework, we can see the kind of trade the Canadiens might be open to making. It is intended only as an example of how Kent Hughes might proceed. The first step would be to analyze what the Canadiens need. Christian Dvorak may be heading for the exits, so a left-shot center comes to mind, preferably one who has the potential to play in the top six. A physical right shot defenceman is another need, at least in the short term. Given that David Reinbacher likely won’t be ready for next season, a player with a year or two left on his contract would be ideal. Other than that, quality prospects and draft picks are always welcome. The second step is to consider who the team might be open to trading, and the Canadiens have a host of veterans that could be available. That group includes David Savard, Jake Evans, Christian Dvorak, Joel Armia and others. The team also boasts a solid pipeline of prospects and a wealth of draft picks. Because NHL teams are limited to a roster of 23 players and an NHL contract limit of 50 players, it would not be a stretch to say that some of these assets are also available. The Canadiens also have some cap room, particularly in the short term, that could be used as an incentive as could salary retention on one contract. The final step is to identify a dance partner. Teams that are legitimate playoff or Stanley Cup contenders are obvious candidates. Among that group, teams that could benefit from what the Canadiens have to offer rise to the top. Those teams would have to be able to provide a return that would interest Montreal, shortening the list even more. Enter the Vancouver Canucks. The discussion on Sportsnet 650 this morning revolved around the need for the Canucks to add a right shot defenceman and a right shot center capable of playing in the bottom six. The names of Savard and Evans immediately come to mind. Potential Trade Pieces It’s a situation worth examining, but the salary cap immediately becomes an issue. The Canucks only have about $2.5 million in current cap space while Savard’s contract is for $3.5 million and Evans’ is for $1.7 million. Montreal could help solve that problem by accepting Vincent Desharnais and his $2.0 million contract as part of the return. He is at best a bottom pairing defenceman and maybe more suited to the AHL but his contract is only for one more season and the Canadiens could probably live with it for that long. Montreal would be doing Vancouver a favour here as Desharnais simply hasn’t worked out for them. If Desharnais was part of the trade, it could still leave the Canucks relatively tight to the cap. Montreal could retain salary on Savard, but I suspect they would be loathe to do that, preferring to use salary retention in a trade that involved Dvorak or Armia. One option would be to include 29-year-old Danton Heinen in the deal, swapping his $2.25 million contract for that of 26-year-old Michael Pezzetta and his $812.5k contract. Apparently the Canucks have been deeply disappointed in Heinen’s play and while has been a more productive player than Pezzetta, it does remove about $1.4 million of cap liability for them; cap space that could be used at the deadline if the opportunity arose. The inclusion of Heinen would be a long shot. The key to this hypothetical trade, however, would be Aatu Raty, a 6-2 190 left hand center who was acquired from the Islanders in the Bo Horvat trade. At one point, Raty was considered to be among the top three picks available in the 2021 entry draft. His stock fell going into the draft as his skating was considered a weakness and the Islanders eventually selected him in the second round at 52nd overall. In 134 AHL games spread over four seasons, Raty has amassed 30 goals and 56 assists along with 44 minutes in penalties. While those aren’t earth shattering numbers they aren’t bad for a young player who has bounced between organizations and leagues over the last four seasons. Given that he was a key piece in the Horvat trade, Raty is an even longer shot that Heinen to be included in a trade. It’s hard to see the Canucks giving up on him. Trade Probabilities Multi-player trades typically take place in the off-season, making the likelihood of anything close to this trade between these two teams this season close to zero. It might be too many assets to be included in one trade, it could be that one team would have to include additional assets or it might be the wrong assets altogether. It could also possibly be the kind of trade Kent Hughes is willing to make. But would Vancouver? This hypothetical trade was put forward only to create some discussion around what factors could be considered when the Canadiens are in trade negotiations. As the fortunes of NHL teams rise and fall in the coming weeks, look for more trade speculation. This article first appeared on The Sick Podcast and was syndicated with permission.(BPT) - The holidays bring a whirlwind of excitement, sales, and unfortunately also scams. Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Week mean increased online transactions, e-commerce traffic, and a heightened focus on fulfilling customer orders — all of which make small businesses, especially micro-businesses, prime targets for cybercriminals. According to Bank of America's Small Business Owner's Report , more than half of small business owners said cybersecurity threats have impacted their business. Unlike larger corporations with dedicated IT departments, many small and micro businesses lack proper security infrastructure, leaving them more vulnerable to and harmed by threats. A single scam or breach can be costly and can put a business behind during the busy holiday season. Scammers know how to exploit the season's hustle and bustle. 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STOCKHOLM (AP) — Two-time defending champion Barcelona clinched the last quarterfinal spot in the Women’s Champions League by beating Hammarby 3-0 in Stockholm on Thursday. Ewa Pajor fired Barcelona ahead with two first-half goals from close range and Aitana Bonmatí finished it off 10 minutes before the final whistle. Following a 2-0 loss to Manchester City in the opening group stage game, Barcelona scored 23 goals in the following four games and conceded one. Man City defeated St. Pölten 2-0 to keep a perfect record and lead Group D with 15 points. Barcelona is three points behind and will host City next Wednesday in the final group game. In Group C, Alessia Russo scored twice and Arsenal beat last-place Vålerenga 3-1 to keep pressure on group leader Bayern Munich. Arsenal produced another dominant display under interim coach Renée Slegers. Frida Maanum also scored for Arsenal and set up Russo's opener. Vålerenga, which retained its domestic league title and just claimed the Norwegian Cup to complete a double, got a consolation goal from substitute Tilde Lindwall. Bayern routed Juventus 4-0 to lead the group with 13 points, one ahead of Arsenal. The two will clash over the top spot in London next week. AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer
NoneSpecial Counsel Jack Smith on Monday moved to dismiss the federal cases against US President-elect Donald Trump -- including one for election subversion -- citing an official policy of not prosecuting a sitting president. Trump, 78, was accused of conspiring to overturn the results of the 2020 election he lost to Joe Biden and mishandling classified documents after leaving the White House, but neither case ever came to trial. Smith, in a filing with the district judge in Washington presiding over the election case, said it should be dropped in light of the long-standing Justice Department policy of not indicting or prosecuting a sitting president. He cited the same reasoning in withdrawing his appeal of a ruling by a district judge, a Trump appointee, who dismissed the classified documents case earlier this year. Smith asked District Judge Tanya Chutkan to dismiss the election interference case "without prejudice" -- leaving open the possibility it could be revived after Trump leaves office four years from now. The special counsel paused the election interference case this month after Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the November 5 presidential election. "The Government's position on the merits of the defendant's prosecution has not changed," Smith said in the filing with Chutkan. "But the circumstances have." "It has long been the position of the Department of Justice that the United States Constitution forbids the federal indictment and subsequent criminal prosecution of a sitting President," Smith said. "As a result this prosecution must be dismissed before the defendant is inaugurated." In a separate filing, Smith said he was withdrawing his appeal of the dismissal of the classified documents case against Trump but pursuing the case against his two co-defendants, Trump valet Walt Nauta and Mar-a-Lago property manager Carlos De Oliveira. Trump's communications director Steven Cheung welcomed the move to dismiss the election interference case, calling it a "major victory for the rule of law." "The American People and President Trump want an immediate end to the political weaponization of our justice system and we look forward to uniting our country," Cheung said in a statement. Trump is accused of conspiracy to defraud the United States and conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding -- the session of Congress called to certify Biden's win, which was violently attacked on January 6, 2021, by a mob of the then-president's supporters. Trump is also accused of seeking to disenfranchise US voters with his false claims that he won the 2020 election. The former and incoming president also faces two state cases -- in New York and Georgia. He was convicted in New York in May of 34 counts of falsifying business records to cover up a hush money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels on the eve of the 2016 election to stop her from revealing an alleged 2006 sexual encounter. Judge Juan Merchan has postponed sentencing while he considers a request from Trump's lawyers that the conviction be thrown out in light of the Supreme Court ruling in July that an ex-president has broad immunity from prosecution. In Georgia, Trump faces racketeering charges over his efforts to subvert the 2020 election results in the southern state, but that case will likely be frozen while he is in office. cl/bgs
STOCKHOLM (AP) — Two-time defending champion Barcelona clinched the last quarterfinal spot in the Women’s Champions League by beating Hammarby 3-0 in Stockholm on Thursday. Ewa Pajor fired Barcelona ahead with two first-half goals from close range and Aitana Bonmatí finished it off 10 minutes before the final whistle. Following a 2-0 loss to Manchester City in the opening group stage game, Barcelona scored 23 goals in the following four games and conceded one. Man City defeated St. Pölten 2-0 to keep a perfect record and lead Group D with 15 points. Barcelona is three points behind and will host City next Wednesday in the final group game. In Group C, Alessia Russo scored twice and Arsenal beat last-place Vålerenga 3-1 to keep pressure on group leader Bayern Munich. Arsenal produced another dominant display under interim coach Renée Slegers. Frida Maanum also scored for Arsenal and set up Russo's opener. Vålerenga, which retained its domestic league title and just claimed the Norwegian Cup to complete a double, got a consolation goal from substitute Tilde Lindwall. Bayern routed Juventus 4-0 to lead the group with 13 points, one ahead of Arsenal. The two will clash over the top spot in London next week. AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccerHere Comes the Next One