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Forbes
14-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
How AI Virtual Reality Gaming Is Solving The Factory Worker Shortage
MADRID, SPAIN - JUNE 16: A man wears virtual reality glasses during the meeting 'The digital ... More revolution of employment', in the Auditorium of Espacio Fundacion Telefonica, on 16 June, 2023 in Madrid, Spain. This meeting addresses the role of training and digital talent in the digital transformation of three of the key productive sectors: construction, transport and agri-food and horticulture. The conference is part of 'Professionals 4.0', a project of Fundacion Telefonica together with CEOE that, in collaboration with Fundacion Laboral en la Construccion, Astic, Confebus and FEPEX, aims to promote training in digital skills of more than 36,000 professionals in these three sectors through the 'Nanograds 4.0'. (Photo By Marta Fernandez Jara/Europa Press via Getty Images) The United States is facing an unprecedented shortage of factory workers. There is one qualified worker for every 20 open factory jobs, David Gitlin, CEO of Carrier, an HVAC equipment maker, told The New York Times. And this is before we see the effects of President Trump's tariff policy, which has a stated goal of bringing even more manufacturing jobs to the are many reasons for the shortage. Blue collar workers are hitting retirement age, and a trend in recent years toward pushing more students to attend college means that fewer of them are participating in apprenticeship programs or going directly to learn on the job. There is now a glut of young, college educated workers who are unemployed, but their skills can't easily transfer to manufacturing jobs. Far from the image some might have of factory work being easy or repetitive, most current manufacturing jobs are technical and complex, requiring extensive training and a high degree of isn't going to be solved overnight, but two emerging technologies could provide a solution that speeds up the process. Virtual reality training, which has been adopted by companies like Walmart and Exxon to train workers in a variety of skills, could be deployed at scale to reach new workers and upskill them this training benefits everyone, it is especially useful for younger audiences, who are used to interactive content and video games. Headsets are still seen as a differentiating factor, and could be a useful tool for recruitment. Making job training a game, as opposed to a slog, could go a long way to getting young people interested in factory training has been shown to be 30% faster than traditional training at reaching skill proficiency, not to mention increasing employee engagement by 40% and reducing error rates by 20%. It has the added benefit of allowing trainees to fail safely — if someone is training on an expensive piece of equipment and makes a mistake, it could result in injury, or at least a costly repair and downtime. If they make a mistake in a virtual reality training program, all they need to do is restart the training also allows companies to train large numbers of people at scale, and lets them train on their own time. In-person training has built-in limits — only a certain number of people could use a machine or fit in a room at once, but training in a virtual environment means that a near infinite number of people can be in the program at the same time. Additionally, human trainers need to go home at the end of the day, whereas a VR training program can be used any time, and as many times as the user needs to get it have been put off by the high cost of creating training programs, but artificial intelligence provides a solution. There are several programs in the market that allow users to create scenarios by inputting and refining prompts. Engage, for example, lets people build digital twins of their environments and add 3D objects by using voice commands. Other companies, like Connexions, let you create virtual humans and have interactive conversations powered by AI. While Connexions is focused on the healthcare space, the technology could be used in any industry. After all, factories don't just need frontline workers; they need managers who can successfully motivate instances where AI content might not work, factory workers can use 360 cameras to capture environments and no-code programs like Uptale to add interactivity to the scenarios. 360 cameras are relatively affordable, usually a few hundred dollars, and once workers are trained to use them and use a no-code tool, they can start creating training at training for these jobs accessible will go a long way toward revitalizing communities and getting people who might have fallen on hard times or left the labor force back into the job market. It will also assure that American manufacturing continues to thrive and provide good jobs and growth opportunities.
Phone Arena
14-07-2025
- Business
- Phone Arena
Boost Mobile's deal reduces first two months of unlimited service to $10 per month
How would you like to pa only $10 a month for unlimited talk, text, and data from Boost Mobile? The carrier has a special deal where you can pay $10 per month for your first two months. After that, you'll be charged $25 per month for the same unlimited plan. For the first 12 months, that works out to $22.50 per month. Once the price reverts to the usual $25 after the first two months at $10, it will stay at $25 forever. Pay only $10 per month during the first two months of Boost's $25/Month Forever plan. | Image credit-Boost Mobile To get that $25 monthly price once the two months at $10 expire, you will have to agree to use AutoPay to snag a $5 discount. If you turn off AutoPay, the price will be $30 per month. As long as you are not financing a device through Boost, there is no contract, and you can cancel at any time. This is important. You are entitled to 30GB of high-speed premium data each month. Once you consume more than the 30GB of premium data you're given, your data speed could be seriously throttled to 512kbps. You can choose from as many as 9 add on features: Hotspot-turns your phone into a high-speed Wi-Fi access point and draws from your plan's high-speed data allotment. ($10/month). High Speed Data-available as a monthly recurring extra, you can get extra high-speed data in 10GB increments. ($10/month). Premium Visual Voicemail-your voicemail can be transcribed to text; available for messages in English and Spanish. ($3/month). Global Talk & Text-make phone calls to over 100+ countries and texts to over 191+ countries/destinations. ($10/month). North America Connect-get unlimited talk and text in Canada and Mexico. Comes with 5GB of data while roaming in Canada and Mexico. ($10/month). Global Roaming-when traveling out of the country, you can stay in touch with friends and family back home. (Introductory price $20/month). Boost Protect-protects your phone from loss, damage, or theft. ($8/month). Boost Family Guard-a parental control app that allows parents to track their children's devices, view their location history, set up safety zones, and regulate screen time. ($10 month). Boost Secure Connect-use this feature to safeguard your data, protect your privacy, and guarantee uninterrupted connectivity. ($4/month). After the first two months, you will either continue the service at $25 per month ($30 without AutoPay) or cancel. 5G service requires a 5G compatible device, and 5G service is not available everywhere. Apple iPhone users must have a device running iOS 15.2 or later. For more information on this deal, visit Boost Mobile online. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Roya News
13-07-2025
- Politics
- Roya News
Can Jordan's deal with Syria help solve its water poverty?
Dr. Duraid Mahasneh, head of the EDAMA Association for Water and Energy, said Sunday that the 'true turning point' in the water-sharing agreement for the Al-Wehda and Yarmouk Dams with Syria lies in the intentions of both parties, rather than the figures discussed so far. Syrian Violations Drastically Cut Jordan's Water Share Speaking to Roya, Mahasneh said that Syrian transgressions in the Yarmouk basin between 2005 and 2010 significantly reduced Jordan's water allocation. Despite the Al-Wehda Dam capacity to store 300 million cubic meters, Jordan has received only 20 to 26 million cubic meters annually in recent years. Mahasneh described the new preliminary water-sharing agreement as a welcome and positive step, but he stressed that the fundamental issue is the non-implementation of the 1987 agreement. That accord stipulated the permissible number of dams and wells on the Syrian side of the basin. Discrepancy Between Agreements and Reality Mahasneh pointed out that Syria is drastically different, with over 42 dams now constructed and numerous wells drilled extensively, severely impacting Jordan's water share. He also highlighted Syria's agricultural shift from grain cultivation to irrigated farming, which led to increased water extraction from shared dams, further diminishing Jordan's supply. He explained that in good rainfall years, the Al-Wehda Dam used to provide Jordan with around 400 million cubic meters of water, a figure that has plummeted to below 50 million cubic meters in recent years. Jordan's Vulnerability and Call for Fairer Agreement Regarding Jordan's inability to increase its water share as Syria has, Mahasneh clarified that the basin's water primarily originates from the Syrian side, not the Jordanian. He said that a fair new agreement between the two countries is essential, given Syria's multiple other water sources and Jordan's severe water scarcity. Despite some optimism that the new agreement might resolve Jordan's water crisis, Mahasneh cautioned that it alone would not fully address the problem, noting that Jordan's vital National Carrier project, while important, is insufficient to meet the Kingdom's water needs.
Mint
11-07-2025
- Business
- Mint
Amazon Prime Day Sale 2025 starts midnight: Early deals on AC, TV, refrigerators and more
The Amazon Prime Day Sale 2025 is set to begin at midnight, running from July 12 to July 14. This highly anticipated shopping event will offer exclusive deals and offers to Prime members across India on a wide range of products, including electronics, home appliances and more. Product Rating Price LG 1.5 Ton 3 Star DUAL Inverter Split AC (Copper, AI Convertible 6-in-1, VIRAAT Mode, Diet Mode+, Faster Cooling & Energy Saving, HD Filter with Anti-Virus Protection, US-Q18JNXE, White) View Details Haier 1.5 Ton 3 Star Twin Inverter Split AC (Copper, 7 in 1 Convertible, Frost Self Clean, HD Filter, Cools at 54°C, Long Air Throw - HSU17VP-TQS3BN-INV, White) View Details Haier 1.5 Ton 4 Star AI Climate Control Smart Split AC (5250 Watts, Copper, Wi-Fi, 4-Way Swing, Triple Inverter, 7 in 1, Frost Self Clean, HD Filter, Cools at 60°C - HSU18K-PYAIR4BN-INV, White) View Details Carrier 1.5 Ton 5 Star Wi-Fi Smart Flexicool Inverter Split AC (Copper, Convertible 6-in-1 Cooling,Smart Energy Display,HD & PM 2.5 Filter, ESTER EDGE FXi (Wi-Fi), CAI19EE5R35W0,White) View Details Hitachi 1.5 Ton Class 3 Star, 4-Way Swing, ice Clean, Xpandable+, Inverter Split AC (100% Copper, Dust Filter, 3400SXL RAS.D318PCCIBS, White) View Details View More Excitingly, several early deals are already live, giving shoppers a head start on some of the best bargains. 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Russia Today
09-07-2025
- Business
- Russia Today
Multinationals sue India over e-waste recycling rules
Multinational companies, including South Korea's LG and Samsung and US-based air conditioning giant Carrier have taken the Indian government to court over its new electronic waste management policy. The Delhi High Court heard pleas on Tuesday against new e-waste disposal rules, which have led to a hike in fees that manufacturers must pay recyclers. The Indian government has requested that these petitions be dismissed, according to the Economic Times. The new rules mandate a minimum payment of 22 Indian rupees ($0.26) per kg to recycle consumer electronics. Companies say this will triple their costs, as the new prices are 5-15 times higher than the current rates. In a 380-page court filing, Carrier argued that the Indian government's new electronic waste rules are unfair and arbitrary, Reuters reported. The American company claimed that recyclers were willing to continue working at the previous prices and that the government should not intervene in private agreements between companies and recyclers, the report added. 'The burden of the benefit being given to the recyclers has been put on the producers, which is unfair and arbitrary,' Carrier was cited by Reuters as saying in its court submission. Other major appliance manufacturers, including Japan's Daikin and Voltas, owned by the Tata Group, have expressed concerns over the e-waste rules. Japanese company Hitachi and Indian multinational Havells had previously filed lawsuits against the Indian government between November 2023 and March 2024, seeking to quash the pricing rules. During the hearing on Tuesday, India's environment ministry told the Delhi court that the companies have not produced any evidence of arbitrariness in the government's decision-making process, and that the manufacturers have been party to stakeholder discussions on the issue since 2021, according to the Economic Times. The hearing of the petitions has been postponed to August 1. India's e-waste volumes soared by about 2.5x in six years, from 708,445 metric tons in 2017-18 to over 1.7 million metric tons in 2023-24, with an annual increase of 169,283 metric tons, according to a report in The Hindu.
