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TSMC Postpones Starting Production at Its Arizona Factory

The organization said that it will not be able to begin manufacturing chips in 2024, as originally planned, due to a skilled worker shortage.

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India Bans Some Non-Basmati Rice Exports to Control Prices

The latest ruling by the South Asian nation, which has already imposed restrictions on wheat and sugar exports, would affect about 25% of total rice shipments from India.

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Tesla Looking to Make Its German Plant Europe’s Biggest Car Factory

If Germany approves the expansion plans, Tesla’s gigafactory will be able to increase its battery storage capacity to 100 gigawatt hours per year from 50 gigawatt hours currently.

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Podcast | U.S. vs. China: Should We Disrupt the Relationship?

Is it time to unravel the trade ties that bind the U.S. and China? Or are the economies of the two countries too “deeply intertwined” to sever?

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What Critical Manufacturing Organizations Need to Do Now to Reduce the Chance of a Security Breach

The manufacturing sector must have up-to-date cyber-security tools and cyber-hygiene practices. Doing so will strengthen the global supply chain and public safety as well.

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Will AI Drive the Next Wave of Supply Disruptions?

As AI drives autonomous systems that monitor markets and conduct buy cycles, the risk of causing a shortage by trying to “beat the market” could cause a disruption.

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Contract Negotiations Set to Resume Between UPS and Teamsters Next Week

UPS said that it is pleased to be continuing contract negotiations and that it's prepared to meet some of the union’s demands for better pay and more benefits.

Wheat Prices Continue to Rise Following Russia's Threats on Ukraine-Bound Ships

Wheat prices grew by 8.2% on the European stock exchange from July 18 to July 19 while U.S. wheat futures rose by 8.5%.

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ILWU Canada Calls Off Strike Hours After Issuing Notice

The British Columbia Maritime Employers Association said the actions by both sides show that the negotiations remain unpredictable.

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Watch: Businesses Need Businesses to Succeed

Whether they’re customers, vendors or suppliers, you need other businesses in order to grow your own business, says Tiffanie Stanard, CEO of Stimulus.

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Egypt Plans to Resume LNG Exports this Fall, Minister Says

The country didn’t export a single LNG cargo during June and has dispatched only one shipment so far in July.

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Over 60% of Logistics Companies Are Investing in Supply Chain Management Systems

Almost all logistics organizations will either increase or maintain their current levels of investment in new IT systems and technologies over the next 12 months.

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