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How do streaming services work and, most importantly, make money?

Vilmate

The year 2007 was truly remarkable in terms of revolutionary technologies. Steve Jobs unveiled the first touchscreen smartphone, while Google announced the new Android operating system. Even in 2007, voices suggested that television would soon meet its demise. TV vs. streaming services: who will win?

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Guide to Hiring in the United States

Globalization Partners

Before hiring, your company will need a firm foundation of knowledge about topics like at-will employment, payroll and taxes, working hours, benefits, workforce makeup, and how to navigate federal and state regulations. Employees can leave their jobs at any time, for any reason. Job market and workforce. Job advertisements.

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Learning from the Great Recession: Two Strategies That Can Help Businesses Rise Above COVID-19

Velocity Global

Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission determined multiple causes for the Great Recession, including: A general lack of financial oversight by regulating bodies. Together, these considerations created a perfect storm for the economic turmoil that began in late 2007. An unchecked rise in unstable subprime mortgages.