Digital revolution in Indian politics: How BJP used social media

The emergence of digital media-social media, mobile journalism, YouTube etc. has changed the political profile in India, with social media platforms becoming the new battlefield for election campaigns. This tectonic shift has been particularly evident in the post-2014 period, as political parties have adapted their strategies to capitalize on the growing influence of digital platforms. […]

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Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. Columbia Banking System, Inc. Acquired 8,653 shares of (NASDAQ:COLB)

Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. Columbia Banking System, Inc. increased my position in (NASDAQ:KOLB , free report) increased 18.4% during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owns 55,708 shares of the financial services provider's stock after buying […]

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Starbucks on fire! – health and Fitness

Olympic cyclist Dotsie Bosch, head of Switch4Good, led more than two dozen protesters outside an L.A. Starbucks, demanding that the company stop charging extra for plant-based milk. Starbucks claims, “We believe it is our responsibility to create a more sustainable, equitable and resilient future for coffee, our communities and our planet.” Yet, this company charges […]

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How Insurance Agencies Leverage Technology for Streamlined Services

This post is part of a series sponsored by Dyad. In an era where technology is rapidly changing every aspect of our lives, all industries are adopting digital innovations to improve customer experience. The insurance sector, traditionally known for its paper-heavy processes and lengthy procedures, is no exception. Today, forward-looking insurance agencies are harnessing the […]

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2025 review of the Financial Institutions Acts—what should be reviewed and updated?

The financial services industry has undergone transformational change in recent years. It is important to be well-versed in the fundamentals of building and applying knowledge in this rapidly growing industry. This series will provide a general overview of the regulatory regime applicable to banks and insurance companies with more detailed discussion of selected topics, and […]

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Cryptocurrency prices fall as risk aversion due to geopolitics drops

Last updated: April 12, 2024 17:03 EDT , read 3 minutes Cryptocurrency prices plunge as risk-on panic over Middle Eastern tensions drags down – here's the latest / Source: CryptonewsCryptocurrency prices fell on Friday as escalating Middle Eastern tensions triggered risk-off panic selling in financial markets, with Bitcoin (BTC) falling 5% in the past 24 […]

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