Why companies must invest in new technologies, even if it eats their own lunch

Over the past few years, companies have been forced to reconsider their existing business models in sectors as diverse as media, banks and transport services. For example, the emergence of Netflix and a host of other online and mobile streaming services have forced...

US sets new visa rules for 6 mainly Muslim nations, refugees

The Trump administration on Wednesday set new criteria for visa applicants from six mainly Muslim nations and all refugees that require a “close” family or business tie to the United States. The move came after the Supreme Court partially restored...

R2-D2 droid used in ‘Star Wars’ films sells for $2.76 million

An R2-D2 droid that was used in several “Star Wars” films has sold at auction for nearly $3 million. The auction house Profiles in History said the 43-inch tall unit that was compiled from parts used throughout filming of the original trilogy sold for...