Monthly Archives: February 2016

Facial, iris scans track pedestrians at Mexico – U.S. border

For the first time, the identities of foreigners leaving the United States through a land border are being checked with high-tech biometric equipment capable of reading faces and irises. U.S. Sourced through Scoop.it from: http://www.theyucatantimes.com

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Internet Users in Emerging Markets Flock to Social Networks (Report)

Obviously, fewer people in developing and emerging countries have access to smartphones and the Internet, but those who do are ravenous social network users. Sourced through Scoop.it from: http://www.adweek.com

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Here’s Why You Should Start Investing in Latin America Now

There’s an emerging real estate market and tech boom in the region with two big investors funding the ventures. Sourced through Scoop.it from: http://www.latinpost.com

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Alexander Schlaubitz and Jill Cress talk Emerging Markets #MMSMWC16

Alexander (Lufthansa) and Jill (MasterCard) were speaking at Mobile Media Summit at Mobile World Congress 2016 #MWC16 ——————————– Secure… Sourced through Scoop.it from: http://www.youtube.com

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Emerging markets-focussed solar energy firm Greenlight Planet raises $5m led by OPIC

Greenlight Planet, that distributes solar energy products for off-grid homes in emerging markets, has raised $5 million in its fourth round of funding led by OPIC. Sourced through Scoop.it from: http://www.dealstreetasia.com

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Special topic: Fed rate hike and economic instability in emerging markets

Emerging markets have been witnessing a rapid increase in capital outflows. Apart from a Fed rate hike, other potential risks are lurking that may trigger paranoia among investors. Sourced through Scoop.it from: dupress.com

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MasterCard On IQ Series Fraud Prevention | PYMNTS.com

Ajay Bhalla, president of enterprise security solutions at MasterCard, shares details of the IQ Series solutions that address false declines. Sourced through Scoop.it from: http://www.pymnts.com

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IPO Market May Face Tepid Demand | PYMNTS.com

Recent busted IPOs show that investor enthusiasm is waning, to put it mildly. Sourced through Scoop.it from: http://www.pymnts.com

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Ia Virginia’s voter photo ID law discriminatory? Federal court hears case.

Defenders of the 2013 statute say it prevents voter fraud while Democrats claim it weakens their party’s base. Sourced through Scoop.it from: http://www.csmonitor.com

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World Bank Recommends New Identification Systems for Morocco to Prevent Fraud

 The World Bank recommended the creation of two new identification systems in Morocco to meet the country’s modern needs of efficiency and thoroughness Sourced through Scoop.it from: http://www.moroccoworldnews.com

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