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US government relies on outdated manual processes to enforce restrictions on Chinese tech companies

A surprise report from the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Safety has revealed its process to enforce the Entity List of export licensing controls is outdated and mostly done by hand.

Tom’s Hardware

Will digital currencies become the norm as the world moves towards a cashless society?

More than 90% of the world’s central banks are looking at introducing a central bank digital currency (CBDC), to complement existing banknotes.

The Conversation

Soaring government debt could roil global financial markets, warns BIS head

Agustín Carstens says world economy on course for ‘smooth landing’ after inflation but political turmoil poses risk

The Guardian - UK

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Motorola Razr 50 Ultra could be announced any time now

Motorola's next flip phone has been spotted on an Indian certification website, so should launch very soon.

Awareness session on jewellery hallmarking held in Tirupattur

BIS Chennai educates Tirupattur jewellers on hallmarking for gold and silver, emphasizing consumer protection and certification schemes.

The Hindu

BIS officials seize spurious UPVC pipes

Officials seize spurious UPVC pipes with fake BIS mark in Hyderabad, urging public to verify standards online.

The Hindu

Musk's not wrong: People really are less willing to work post-pandemic—and Covid handouts could be the cause

While Elon Musk has generally blamed the West’s unwillingness to work longer hours on workers’ sheer laziness, the Bank for International Settlements has blamed the phenomenon on COVID handouts.

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Rumored Nothing Phone 2a could be announced as early as this week

The Nothing Phone 2a, a budget-oriented smartphone that could rival affordable Pixel phones, may be revealed soon.

Android Central

Nothing (2a) to take a leaf out of Google's Pixel playbook

A cheaper flagship with the same eye-catching glyph lights may be on its way.

Samsung Galaxy S24 early launch evidence is growing — here’s the latest

Regulatory filings suggest the Samsung Galaxy S24 is coming sooner rather than later, which is in line with rumors pointing to a January 2024 launch.

Tom’s Guide

Believe in Scotland smashes £60k fundraising target ahead of schedule

BELIEVE in Scotland (BiS) has smashed through its fundraising target of £60,000 eleven days ahead of schedule.

The National (Scotland)

Mentors from various educational institutions take part in BIS training programme

The Hindu

Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 certifications hint at a larger battery than its predecessor

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Fit 3 fitness tracker just popped up on multiple certification platforms, giving us a sneak peek at its battery and charging details.

Android Central

Caixin Summit: Asia’s Young Workforce Helps Control Inflation, BIS Official Says

The region’s agricultural sector and gig economy are also key factors in slowing price growth, Zhang Tao says

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The National (Scotland)

Believe in Scotland launches fundraiser with every donation to be doubled

A MAJOR independence fundraising effort by Believe in Scotland (BiS) has been launched ahead for their 2024 campaign – and every donation…

The National (Scotland)

Grassroots network unveils new-look steering group

A GRASSROOTS-LED independence campaign has unveiled the make-up of its national steering group.

The Hindu

BIS raids steel manufacturer in Thrissur, seizes hollow steel sections without valid licence

The Kochi branch of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) conducted a raid at New Malayalam Steel Private Limited at Mala in Thrissur district on Friday and found that the company was manufacturing hollow steel sections for structural use with ISI marking without a valid licence from the BIS and…

The Hindu

BIS role in developing indigenous standards highlighted

Maj. Vinod highlights BIS role in developing standards for effective, safe medical devices, health services & digital tech. BIS responsible for Indian standards, conformity assessment, hallmarking, testing. Seminar on "SDG3-Good Health & Well Being" marks World Standards Day-2023. Joint Directors, AIIMS Director, RGUKT Head, Trivitron Health Care head present.

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Al Jazeera

US Republicans demand full sanctions, charges against China’s Huawei, SMIC

GOP lawmakers call for tougher measures after release of Huawei smartphone raises doubts about US export controls.

The Hindu

BIS workshop organised in Shivamogga

The certification of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for food serving utensils made from agricultural byproducts will help entrepreneurs widen their market base and earn a good profit, said N. Gopinath, president of the Shivamogga District Chamber of Commerce and Industries.

Dynamite News

Third phase of mandatory hallmarking comes into force from today: Centre

The state-wise list of newly added 55 districts under the mandatory hallmarking is available on the website of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the hallmarking section. Read full story on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

BIS brings out standards for equipment used in Ayurveda treatment and traditional medicine

The Bureau of Indian Standards has brought out standards equipment used in Ayurveda traditional therapies and traditional medicine to ensure quality and streamline the industry

Caixin Global

U.S. Eases Export Restrictions on 27 Chinese Entities

The Commerce Department says end-use checks had been successfully conducted, ahead of Secretary Gina Raimondo’s visit to China later this month

The Hindu

Meet on draft development and building regulations in Hyderabad

BIS Hyderabad hosts two-day workshop aimed at simplifying land development and construction regulations. K. V. Rao, Director & Head of BIS Hyderabad Branch, stresses importance of collaborative problem-solving to tackle technical challenges.

The Hindu

Sale of khadi flags from Hubballi unit affected for the second year in succession

Khadi flag sales in Hubballi, India's sole flag manufacturing unit, have dropped due to an amendment to the National Flag Code allowing polyester cloth flags. This has left 1,200 workers, mainly women, struggling. Despite memoranda to the Union government, the amendment has not been withdrawn, favouring private mill owners over…

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