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Munich, 28 April 2017 – The technology company The Linde Group saw positive business trends in the first quarter of 2017, achieving increases in both revenue and earnings compared to the first quarter of 2016.
"We have made a proper start to the new financial year, in line with our forecast," said Professor Dr Aldo Belloni, Chief Executive Officer of Linde AG. "Our positive business performance is testament to our solid business model. At the same time, the efficiency improvement measures we introduced at the end of 2016 are starting to have an effect."
3.1 percent. At 23.7 percent, the Group operating margin was similar to the figure for the first quarter of 2016 of 23.9 percent.
During the financial year, Linde is continuing to implement long-term efficiency improvement measures across the Group through its Focus and LIFT programmes. By the end of 2017, the LIFT programme is expected to have incurred total costs of around EUR 400 m which are disclosed as special items in the statement of profit or loss. Of these costs, EUR 116 m were realised in 2016. In the first quarter of 2017, costs of EUR 22 m were classified as special items. These include costs arising from the proposed merger with Praxair.
EUR 873 m. This was mainly as a result of the lower figure for advance payments received from plant construction customers.
In the Gases Division, Linde generated revenue in the first quarter of 2017 of EUR 3.799 bn, an increase of 4.9 percent when compared with the figure for the prior-year period of EUR 3.621 bn. After adjusting for exchange rate effects and changes in natural gas prices, the growth in revenue was 0.9 percent. Operating profit rose by 2.4 percent after adjusting for exchange rate effects, from EUR 1.006 bn in the first quarter of 2016 to EUR 1.053 bn in the first quarter of 2017. At 27.7 percent, the operating margin was similar to that achieved in the prior-year period (2016: 27.8 percent). It should be noted that higher natural gas prices had a negative impact on the operating margin.
4.4 percent. Operating profit was EUR 462 m, an increase of 7.4 percent when compared with the figure for the first quarter of 2016 of EUR 430 m. The operating margin rose to 31.3 percent (2016: 30.5 percent). The efficiency improvement measures introduced in 2015 and 2016 contributed towards this increase.
Positive trends were to be seen in the EMEA segment in almost all product areas. In the on-site business, where the Group supplies gases on site to major customers, Linde was able to achieve revenue growth in Northern Europe and in the Middle East & Eastern Europe as a result of plant start-ups. In the liquefied gases and cylinder gas product areas, revenue increased in virtually all regions.
(2016: 26.2 percent). It should be noted that the prior-year figure included a one-off effect from the sale of assets.
In the Asia/Pacific segment as well, positive trends were to be seen in virtually all the product areas. Solid volume and price increases were achieved in particular in the liquefied gases business. In the South Pacific, the decline in revenue was halted. In addition, the cost-cutting measures introduced have been showing the first signs of success in this region and resulted in an increase in operating profit compared with the prior-year period.
In the Americas segment, revenue increased by 1.0 percent in the first quarter of 2017 to EUR 1.297 bn (2016: EUR 1.284 bn). After adjusting for exchange rate effects and changes in the natural gas price, revenue fell by 5.3 percent. When compared with the prior-year period, operating profit rose by 0.3 percent to EUR 323 m (2016: EUR 322 m). The operating margin was 24.9 percent (2016: 25.1 percent).
Revenue and earnings trends in this segment were affected by a number of factors working in different directions. Positive trends were once again to be seen in the on-site business and liquefied gases business in North America. In the Healthcare business in North America, on the other hand, the impact of the price reductions in 2016 as a result of government tenders is now being clearly felt. As expected, the Group’s sale of two Lincare subsidiaries in the third quarter of 2016 had an adverse impact on revenue.
(2016: 8.1 percent). This matched the target Linde has set itself for the current financial year.
Despite the persistently low price of oil and the resulting slack demand in plant construction, there was an increase in order intake in the three months to 31 March 2017 to EUR 457 m (2016: EUR 310 m). The order backlog in the Engineering Division at 31 March 2017 remained solid at EUR 4.168 bn (31 December 2016: EUR 4.386 bn).
The Group is expecting to achieve an increase in revenue after adjusting for exchange rate effects in the 2017 financial year of 3 percent, although the challenging market environment could result in a decrease of up to 3 percent. After adjusting for exchange rate effects, operating profit should be on a par with or up to 7 percent higher than the figure achieved in 2016. In the Gases Division, Linde is aiming to generate currency-adjusted revenue in the 2017 financial year which is up to 3 percent higher than in 2016, although the challenging market environment could result in a decrease of up to 2 percent. After adjusting for exchange rate effects, operating profit is expected to be on a par with or up to 6 percent higher than in 2016. In the Engineering Division, Linde expects to generate revenue in the 2017 financial year of between EUR 2.0 bn and EUR 2.4 bn and an operating margin of around 8 percent.
This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements are based on our beliefs and assumptions on the basis of factors currently known to us. These forward-looking statements are identified by terms and phrases such as: anticipate, believe, intend, estimate, expect, continue, should, could, may, plan, project, predict, will, potential, forecast, and similar expressions. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding benefits of the proposed business combination, integration plans and expected synergies, and anticipated future growth, financial and operating performance and results. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to be materially different from the results predicted or expected. No assurance can be given that these forward-looking statements will prove accurate and correct, or that projected or anticipated future results will be achieved. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in any forward-looking statement include, but are not limited to: the expected timing and likelihood of the entry into, or the completion of the contemplated business combination, including the timing, receipt and terms and conditions of any required governmental and regulatory approvals of the contemplated business combination that could reduce anticipated benefits or cause the parties not to enter into, or to abandon the transaction; the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the proposed business combination agreement; the ability to successfully complete the proposed business combination and the exchange offer; regulatory or other limitations imposed as a result of the proposed business combination; the success of the business following the proposed business combination; the ability to successfully.

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Earlier last year it was made official that in the 136 years of record keeping, 2015 was the hottest recorded year, beating 2014 by the widest margin. Then, January 2016 broke the record by claiming the title of ‘the most anomalously warm month’. The month that followed destroyed all records. Not only were Arctic regions 16°C warmer than normal, but the Earth north of the equator was 2°C warmer than pre-industrial temperatures. It is expected that 2017 will soon beat this record and with every passing day it is becoming increasingly difficult to deny that the costs and consequences of climate change in our world will soon define life in the coming years.
Nations across the world have been talking about taking steps to dealing with climate change, but how far these plans have developed into something tangible is questionable. And, as far as studies suggest, even if these projects were executed, a warmer climate across the world is inevitable. While many dismiss the far-reaching effects of climate change, several experts have repeatedly claimed that it would bring the world to its knees. Nations that lack the resources, good governance, and the resilience needed to face the many adverse consequences of climate change will lose stability forcing people from these regions to flee for refuge, which will result in conflicts. This is where the concept of sustainability comes in.
Essentially, “sustainable living” defines a lifestyle that attempts to cut an individual’s and on a larger scale, the society’s dependence on the earth’s natural resources. A huge part of this type of living involves understanding how natural systems function, and the need for the ecology to stay in balance. Jared Diamond, in his book, Collapse: How Complex Societies Choose to Fail or Survive, talks about how several civilizations have fallen as an aftermath of damaging its environment. It is estimated that currently we use about 40% more resources every year than we can put back. This needs to change, but how?
The crux of sustainability lies in accepting that our modern way of life puts a strain on natural resources and that we must figure out ways in which we can progress while ensuring that our actions and consumption habits do not jeopardize the needs of the future generations.
It is simple, really. Of the thousands of benefits that sustainable development and living offer, the most important one is that is the only way we can maintain quality of life in the long run. In 2005, the World Summit on Social Development revealed what the three pillars of sustainable development are, to help us understand the areas where we need to make changes.
• Environmental Protection, which stands for doing our part to protect the environment, starting from the basics such as recycling and reducing our carbon footprint. A large part of this involves understanding the impact our actions have on the environment, and thereby taking educated steps to minimise the negative effects.
• Social Development, which could easily be considered as the most important pillar, as it stands for educating the masses on the need for sustainability. Only an informed person would be able to make the needed changes at a personal level. Furthermore, education and awareness is what would push governments to make stronger laws, businesses to clean up their acts, and creators and entrepreneurs to find solutions to this pressing problem.
• Economic Development, which is one of the more controversial pillars as economic success is a subjective concept. However, the need for sustainability goes hand-in-hand with economic development lies in the fact that if people, communities, and organizations were to invest their resources in sustainability, there must be incentives beyond the long-term advantages. Economic development is about giving people what they want without compromising quality of life, and reducing the financial burden and red tape that comes along. It is time that we came together to build a system that will balance out economic growth and sustainability.
It might seem like a lot, but there are a few simple tips and practices you can start adopting in your daily life to keep up a sustainable lifestyle. Remember, every big change starts at home.
This is one that almost everyone would be familiar with and it is one of the most basic steps you could take to move towards a sustainable lifestyle. The mantra simply asks for you to cut your wastage by making smarter choices, reusing items and recycling them. Every time you make a purchase, take a minute to think about materials used in it, and if there are alternatives to them. You could switch tissues with cloth towels and drink filtered water instead of bottled water. Before you decide to throw away something, take a minute to think if there are ways in which you could repurpose the item. An old cereal box could easily be made into a file organiser, and an old tire could be used as a planter for a raised garden. If the said item is beyond use, then resort to recycling than just having them dumped in the landfill.
Every single product you buy can either contribute to or detract from the movement towards a sustainable lifestyle. Everytime you make a purchase, think about whether the production of the particular item has any negative impact on the environment. If they do, look out for alternatives. For example, you could replace the chemicals you use to clean with baking soda, vinegar or lemon. Or when you buy coffee, you can look for one that is shade-grown, which means that the beans are grown while keeping forest habitats intact for migratory birds and other species. Buy organic food because while it may cost a little more, it keeps harmful pesticides out of our land and water. You could shop at a local farmer’s market, because the meat and the produce you would get here would be fresh and chemical-free. When you are making a big purchase, such a car, take a minute to find out if the model you are looking at is fuel-efficient.
Gardens are green spaces, so they add to the aesthetics of the place, while playing their role in offsetting the carbon emissions in the surrounding areas. You could either grow your own garden in your backyard, or come together with your community to grow one together. Of course, for this to be effective, you will have to carefully choose the practices you wish to adopt for landscaping. Choosing to grow food and herbs, instead of ornamental plants is only one step. It is also important that you keep in mind the soil of the region, and the ecosystem around it while choosing. Choose plants that are native to your area that have evolved to thrive under the naturally present conditions instead of opting for exotic plants. Stay away from the chemicals and opt for safer, organic alternatives.
Become aware of where your food comes from. You could either start growing your own fruits and vegetables, or you could buy your meats and milk from local farmers who pasture their animals. You can go to a farm, and pick out fresh produce of your choice. Support local farms, markets and restaurants that carry sustainably raised food and buy less food that has to be trucked from distant locations. It is also a great way to support your local economy.
This part would come easily to you as soon as you start being more careful in terms of your consumption. You can reduce the amount of natural resources you consume by walking, or even carpooling to work. You can switch the traditional light bulbs in your home to CFL. Using skylights is another way you can cut your demand on energy resources. Start unplugging the device when not in use as most of the electronic devices keep drawing electricity as long as they are plugged in. While you are at it, ditch the plastic. It takes millions of years for plastic to decompose. The plastic that finds its way into the ocean adversely affects the marine life. Every year large numbers of mammals, seals and seabirds are killed after ingesting plastic or getting tangled up in it. As you become more conscious about your consumption patterns, and the impact they have on the environment, making these changes will come to you more easily.
Minimalism simply means living with only the things you need. Minimalism has multifold effects. It frees you from the overwhelming desire to own material goods that may not add any value to your life and from the hysteria of the fast-paced modern life. However, most importantly, it reduces your consumption, by helping you understand what you need and what you don’t. With a minimalist liefstyle you will recycle more, be more mindful of the items you purchase, thereby ensuring sustainability is a part of your daily life.
This point is quite self-explanatory. Use the time you spend scrolling through Facebook to read a book or play some games, thereby reducing your reliance on entertainment forms that require energy and natural resources. While you are at it, try to stop streaming all those series on Netflix at night and get yourself on a more natural sleep schedule: This will get you more attuned to the natural light, which is not only better for your health, but will help lessen the amount of power that you use while you are up. Sunlight is free–use it up all you want.
A smaller house means lesser energy consumed. Of course, that doesn’t mean you live someplace where you are cramped for space. It only means that you choose a house that is the right size for you. A smaller house also means you can spend less on lighting, furniture and overall furnishing.
The term renewable energy speaks for itself. It will help reduce the reliance on fossil fuels, which is an important step towards stopping climate change. You could install a solar panel over your house or pick a Green-e certified company to supply electricity to your home. Reducing fossil fuel consumption will go a long way in saving wildlife, slowing climate change and protecting our lands and waters. So, talk to your neighbours and get them to install solar panels over their house as well. Make going green a community goal.
This is one of the most important steps you should take up. It starts with simple things like making it a point to not leave the water running while brushing your teeth, or taking shorter showers. Wash the plates as they get dirty instead of letting them pile up and wash your clothes only when they are absolutely dirty.
Ultimately, the decision to move towards a sustainable lifestyle lies on you. However, remember that the way we choose to live today will determine what kind of lives the next generation will lead. The opportunities we enjoy today are a result of the countless efforts of those who inhabited this earth before us, and this is our chance to give back to the world that holds us every single day.

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This expert volume covers an interdisciplinary and rapidly growing area of biomedical research comprising genetic, biochemical, pathological, and clinical studies aimed at the diagnosis and therapy of human diseases which are either caused by or associated with mitochondrial dysfunction. It dedicates itself to showcasing the tremendous efforts and the progress that has been made over the last decades in developing techniques and protocols for probing, imaging, and manipulating mitochondrial functions. Mitochondrial Medicine: Volume II, Manipulating Mitochondrial Function describes techniques developed for manipulating and assessing mitochondrial function under general pathological conditions and specific disease states. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format, chapters include introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratory protocols, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls.
More than 70 chapters were published by Springer in the two volumes.

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Regular dental check-ups are important for your oral hygiene and overall health, but there may be dental problems that need attention.
Some of the dental issues include tooth pain, floss or inflamed gums that may bleed when you brush. It is important for Dr. Van Treese to check on crowns, dental implants or dentures, but there are other things that you need to consider.
This affects the surface of your tooth. As the decay worsens, it destroys the inner tooth where your nerve is located and forms a cavity. This dental issue can lead to pain and discomfort when eating. If you are feeling this unusual pain, it is essential to visit your dentist to fill the cavity.
Many people usually inspect their teeth or gums after brushing without checking other areas of the mouth. It is important to check the top and underneath your tongue for any strange sores, lumps or discoloration. Apart from the tongue, if you observe any swelling or pain on your face, the dentist should be called immediately.
This is not only upsetting but maybe the sign of something serious. Gingivitis is responsible for bad breath and if left untreated can affect your overall health. It is important to set-up an appointment with Dr. Van Treese to address your bad breath and possible gingivitis.
You must check with Dr. Van Treese to make sure that the dry mouth you are experiencing is not associated with disease or bacteria in your mouth. Some diseases related to dry mouth include low blood pressure, autoimmune diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, and diabetes.
The white spot on your teeth is another reason to set up a visit with the dentist. The spot is an indication of dental decay. The decay occurs due to the acid produced by bacteria, and it dissolves in the enamel on your teeth. Also, acid can be produced in the foods and beverages you consume.
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When do I prune my drift rose bush?
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You will need a few basic tools when the time comes to prune your drift roses: gloves, because of the thorns on your rose bush. Lopping shears, for some of the heavier canes that are going to be difficult to cut with some of the smaller shears. Small hand shears, for some of the finer work, and a pair of hedge trimmers to get the job done quickly.
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Back in January, a rumored engineering sample of Gonzalo named "2G16002CE8JA2_32/10/10_13E9" was sighted. Using Marvin’s AMD Name Decoder showed the chip’s CPU has eight physical cores running at a 1GHz base clock and 3.2GHz boost clock. While we don’t know if it uses Zen+ or Zen 2 architecture—probably the former—the PCI-ID shows an AMD Navi 10 Lite GPU running at 1GHz.
Now, a new, slightly different code—ZG16702AE8JB2_32/10/18_13F8—has been found by leaker TUM_APISAK. The ‘Z’ at the start is what indicates this is a qualification sample, meaning progress on the chip is moving along smoothly, and while the number of cores and their boost clock speed remain unchanged, it appears the base clock has been upped to 1.6GHz.
Additionally, the qualification sample’s previous PCI-ID has changed from 13F8 to 13E9, indication a different version of Navi 10 Lite that’s now running at 1.8GHz.
Gonzalo APUs are expected to be found in the PlayStation 5 and Microsoft’s Xbox Scarlet machines. Assuming the specs are accurate, we can expect to see some major performance gains over the current generation PS4 and Xbox One. The big question now is whether these consoles will be unveiled this year or next. We’ll know for certain when E3 rolls around in June.
Both Xbox One X and PS4 Pro lost my attention and I went and built a gaming PC and bought 2 gaming laptops.
I sincerely doubt this "next gen" console will have the power of an i9ex with a 2080ti, or even an i7 with a 1080.
I doubt "ray tracing" will be a priority in the next-gen consoles.
And I KNOW they won't have 32GB of DDR4.
I'd love to benchmark these things vs. my desktop.
Bases on the parts you listed, you're looking at a near $2000 PC versus a console that may retail for $500 when released.
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$2K? You are laughably behind the times.
His GPU alone is 1200$. His CPU, an i9 (I presume ex stands for "extreme") costs over $2K ALONE. If it isnt an extreme chip, he could get it for the low low price of $1K.
So just on GPU and CPU alone, he has spent more then $2k, possibly more then $3K. And that is before you figure in RAM, storage, case, power supply, ece. And the mustard race doesnt go cheap on their accessories, so I'd hazard a guess that his PC is running just over $5k all said and done, assuming he paid for a copy of windows for his mustard PC and didnt pirate it.
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One could say that about anything... For example, I could spend $5 and buy a deck of cards rather than buy a console - you know, what kids did 45 years ago.
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Yeah, let's benchmark a $400-$500 console against a $3,000+ PC and see which is faster! Makes total sense!
Sarcasm aside, this generation's console hardware has undoubtedly been anemic, but it hasn't stopped the PS4 from putting out some visually impressive titles (Horizon: Zero Dawn, God of War, Ghost of Tsushima). Sony's dev kits definitely make the most of whatever they're working with.
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"changed from 13F8 to 13E9"
And that's not counting the cost of the TRIAD tower and its peripherals. These things start at $2000.
I'm on the other hand have both a high end PC, PS4 Pro, & Switch. I get to enjoy the best of both worlds. I don't resort nor limit myself to just one specific platform like a fanboy or some elitist.
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PCMR guys are more akin to someone that spends $600 importing a pack of cards from overseas and then dissing your cards because they dont look as fancy as THEIR cards do, despite both packs of cards playing the same games.
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Hate on consoles all you want but this next generation will offer some incredible performance for the cost. And this is coming from a lifetime pc gamer. The only question is will it be enough for good visuals and performance at 4K.
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You may doubt, but you don't know.
You can compare pure power of a GPU or CPU but you can't judge game performance now when it'll run on different platform in the future. Btw, your beloved bad port could eat everything out.
The cpu seems awfully under powered, 3.2ghz max?
The CPU is a MASSIVE upgrade on the 8 Jaguar cores in Xbox One X, the fastest version @ 2.3GHz. Even 4 Zen cores @ 3GHz would be a big jump, so slow are the Jaguar mobile cores. This would certainly mean more games are not limited to 30FPS by a severe CPU bottleneck.
Chances are they will reserve two cores for the system/OS, and leave devs with 6 cores and 12 threads for games at least initially.
"AMD Navi 10 Lite GPU"
Now this is the big question, how fast is this GPU? I suspect it's not very fast at all, probably no faster than a Vega 56 in new consoles at least. This is going to be an off the shelf Navi based part, downclocked from the desktop versions. By the time these machines (one assumes 2020 at the earliest) arrive Vega 56 level performance is going to be lower mid range, at best.
This is where AMD consoles will fall down. Their graphics division has been so weak that they are not going to be impressively faster than Xbox One X. Not a generational leap, anyway.
They will be a nice step up from base PS4 hardware, but that shouldn't be difficult as it is 6 years old this year.
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The generation leap will come from the CPU not the GPU this time around, although the GPU will be plenty good for the consoles to do 4K with decent visuals and FPS.
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The CPU is without doubt the biggest upgrade, but ultimately the kind of visuals these machines can push is entirely limited by what the GPU can do. Perhaps when the machines launch Sony/Microsoft will stress what an increase in CPU performance can bring. For example possibly more complex AI routines, more players online, more intricate detail on what people might call the gameplay side.
We all know casual consumers salivate over flashy visuals more than they do showing graphs about how many AI threads can be run.
Visually the games might not actually look all that much better than what an Xbox One X can do. X1X itself basically runs PS4 level games, at 4K or not quite 4K. That's it. It does very little more to them, minor visual enhancements besides resolution.
So next gen will be native 4K or close to it, but realistically even with double the GPU performance of Xbox One X you aren't going to see an enormous leap in asset quality the likes of which has been seen in prior generations. They would look like slightly better 4K X1X games.
They are going to have to put a big emphasis on what else the consoles are doing besides polishing up the visuals. Whoever translates that best to the consumer in their games will win.
"Zen+ or Zen 2, but probably the former."
LOL what? There is almost ZERO chance the PS5 uses an outdated Zen architecture. It's common sense that it will use the worst yields of Zen 2.
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It's going to be quite a bit stronger than Vega 56. Most likely scenario is a GPU core between the 2070 and 2080, but a large bus offering bandwidth closer to a 2080 Ti or even higher.
This thing is meant for 4KUltra 60FPS gaming.
I very highly doubt it'll be faster than a RTX2070! That's just wishful thinking, Navi would have to be an amazing architectural leap to be better than an RTX2070 and fit inside a console box. It would have to overtake Nvidia's power efficiency, AMD can't even get close to matching it, let alone beating it.
This is about cost and it's about TDP. Nvidia's GPU architectures are FAR superior to anything AMD currently have in performance per watt, ludicrously better. A 12nm RTX2070 with an overclock (your performance estimation) is a 200w card. Even on TSMC 7nm RTX2070 OC would be a 130+ watt card which is barely manageable in a console box.
Especially when you throw in a full desktop class CPU, I/O and anything else they cooked up on the SoC, plus memory and so forth. That's easily a 200w machine on 7nm from what we know of AMD's portfolio.
That's rather above the realistic upper limit. Xbox One X has demonstrated this, it's about 180w. The vast majority of that is the GPU, because the CPU is a tiny mobile chip, single digit wattage core. You just can't dissipate more in a small box built to a budget, simple physics says so. RTX2070 would be a tight fit.
The real point of all this is we haven't seen AMD display anything like an ability to get near the performance per watt of Nvidia GPUs for years. RTX2070 has the kind of power efficiency AMD can only dream of.
A TSMC 12nm RX590 which can pull >225w is no faster than a TSMC 12nm GTX1660 which is at most a 130 watt card!
From what I have seen and heard Navi 10 is nothing more than a pumped up Polaris that takes it into the Vega class rather than a total clean sheet redesign that would be needed to challenge Nvidia above the RTX2070. Navi 10 might get close to challenging RTX2070 as a desktop GPU, but jammed on an SoC inside a console alongside another 5+ billion transistors?
No way. It'll be downclocked and downvolted so much to simply reach thermal requirements and yield targets. At best Vega 64 performance in a console.
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Great the next gen of consoles doesn't cost 1,500 dollars or more.
This may be true to some degree for TV's using at or below 1080p. But for newer and future TV's using 4K resolution and above, it will probably be heavily dependant on the GPU of the console, much like PC's. I could be wrong though.
I very highly doubt it'll be faster than a RTX2070! That's just wishful thinking, Navi would have to be an amazing architectural leap to be better than an RTX2070 and fit inside a console box.
Ehhh no, it really wouldn't have to be. It's rumored to have a Navi 10 die, but less cutdown than the RX 3080. If the RX 3080 is already supposedly in the 2070-2080 region, then there's no reason a less cut version couldn't edge it that little bit higher.
Additionally, rumors point to the PS5 having a 320-bit memory controller with the fastest GDDR6 available. That would give it another big boost. Either way I wouldn't double down on my bet until we have some more info about Navi and Consoles (Should have concrete stuff by the end of this month).
Check out "Moore's Law is Dead" on youtube for more info.
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Published author and poet. Freelance writer. Website owner. Beta tester. Metal/rock music lover. I'm a huge geek, I love zombies, video games, doctor who, sci-fi, horror, steampunk, dragons, and fantasy. I love to research ancient history and legends (like Atlantis and Cleopatra for example) and I'm a crime drama junkie and a Diablo 3 addict. I've written 2 cookbooks. One for diabetics (and weight loss) and another for awesome smoothie recipes. Both can be found on kobo books. I've also got my first fiction short story published over at amazon, a Zombie story I'm married to a great guy and I have 3 kids and 3 cats.
Welcome to Persona Paper. I think that you will fit in just fine.
Thank you :) Seems nice here with nice people!
Welcome here at Persona Paper, I hope you can write so many things about your adventures in life and publishing stories! Heheheh, you are a girl but you really love zombies and evil stories, I think that is a creepy one, well I have friend too who love to watch movies like that specially walking Dead. God bless.
I think many of my friends would agree with you that I can be creepy. I certainly enjoy scary and creepy stuff lol.
Hi, it is nice to meet you on here, I look forward to reading and interacting with your future posts you write on this site.

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Joseph Sciorra, one of the few scholars in the world to take this material seriously, provides masterful insights into what most people take for granted and even more ignore. His “thick descriptions” of private shrines, presepi—Nativity scenes, the Rosebank Grotto of Staten Island, New York, and religious processions, are all well grounded in thorough histories and journalistic accounts of these public performances of personal devotions to Catholic saints.
Chapter One, “Private Devotions in Public Pulaces” covers the evolution of the Roman larari—shrines to gods found in homes, gardens and streets of ancient Rome — to their historical le edicole in Italy, contemporary manifestations of these can be found in “bathtub madonnas,” front stoop shrines during feste, statues and yard altars that all become what Sciorra calls “Points of Encounter, Nodes for Communication,” where people can meet and discuss their reactions to these public expressions of private devotions. Along with historical data and interpretative analyses, Sciorra presents interviews with builders and devotees and includes anecdotes from his encounters over the years.
If you’ve ever wondered why people decorate the outside of their homes during the Christmas season, Chapter Three presents, in great mix of academic and journalistic style, not only the history of these practices, which actually originate in Northern Europe and the U.S., but also culturally critical insights as to how these practices are rooted in conceptions of social class and taste.
In Chapter Four, Sciorra provides an in-depth study of the creation and evolution of the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Grotto in Rosebank, Staten Island. Through his study of this shrine he captures the “multivocality” of a community project through interviews with and accounts of those who were present at its creation, and those who have come along to maintain this important site of religious devotion.
Chapter Five covers the important aspects of religious feste processions and their relationships to multicultural geographic spaces and their populations in the city. Each chapter is well illustrated with clearly reproduced photos and illustrations that bring to life the impact that material culture has on spiritual developments. A concluding chapter brings all the studies together to demonstrate how past and present migrations and settlements speak to and through these public representations of personal beliefs, helping us to better understand the shifting mosaic lives in New York City.

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Instant Pot Gluten Free French Dip Sandwiches are always in our dinner rotation! Tender and juicy beef roast braises in a garlic and rosemary jus in just 60 minutes in an Instant Pot. Just add gluten free bread and your favorite cheese!
I still clearly recall the first time I had a French dip sandwich.
My first post-high school job was working at Jason’s Deli. I had never heard of dipping a sandwich in “jus” and at first it seemed really weird to me.
Over time, based on the recommendations of many others, I gave their French dip beef au jus sandwich a try and I fell in love! It was a regular on my lunch rotation while I worked there.
While I enjoyed French dip sandwiches at Jason’s deli, I never thought to make them at home.
One Sunday for family dinner, my sister-in-law made gluten free French dip sandwiches. She sent me a flurry of texts and phone calls while she was at the grocery store, asking me which soy sauce I could have, and which brands of beef broth were safe.
I was so touched that she thought to make something that I could enjoy with everyone else, and was going to such effort to make sure the ingredients were safe for me.
I brought my own gluten free bread and a batch of gluten free yellow cupcakes to family dinner.
I usually get to bring dessert to family dinner, which is my favorite! If not gluten free cupcakes, I usually bring my giant gluten free chocolate chip cookies.
I placed my gluten free bread on its own baking sheet and topped it with roast beef and provolone. I ladled a small bowl of jus too, I wanted the full experience!
After my first bite, I fell in love. This was worlds better than anything I’d ever eaten at Jason’s deli. I asked my sister-in-law for the slow cooker French dip sandwich recipe and was surprised, and excited, to discover that it was created by one of my dear friends, Michelle from My Gluten-Free Kitchen.
Ever since that family dinner, Instant Pot gluten free French dip sandwiches have been on our family’s dinner menu. I’ve made lots of changes over the years to make it just the way our family likes it.
The biggest change is using an Instant Pot instead of a slow cooker.
Using an Instant Pot for slow-braised or slow-cooker dishes like gluten free French dip sandwiches enables you to quickly sear the meat on the sauté setting before slow-cooking or pressuring cooking.
Searing the meat adds a lot of flavor to your final dish because it caramelizes the proteins (this is called the maillard reaction).
Using and Instant Pot also helps to prevent the “oh no! I forgot to put dinner in the slow cooker” scenario. I’ve been there so many times! With my Instant Pot, I can start dinner whenever I want to and then it will switch to the warm setting until we are ready to eat.
How is this gluten free French dip recipe special?
I used Coco Aminos instead of gluten free soy sauce. You can absolutely use a gluten free tamari soy sauce if you prefer, but I love the subtle sweetness of Coco Aminos (I use one from Big Tree Farms.) This also makes your French dip sandwiches soy free!
Rosemary + Garlic -I’m a big Rosemary and garlic fan and love the flavor they add. I used minced garlic because I always have a huge Costco jar of it in my fridge. I also used some fresh rosemary from my garden. Dried rosemary will work too! You can add more or less garlic and rosemary to suit your tastes.
Recipe adapted from My Gluten-Free Kitchen’s Gluten Free Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches.
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Turn your Instant Pot to sauté and drizzle the oil in the bottom of the pan and add the garlic and rosemary. If you are using fresh rosemary, you can leave the sprig whole instead of removing the leaves.
Add the roast and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until you get some good caramelization.
Add the remaining ingredients and set your Instant Pot to high pressure for 60 minutes.
Let it cool for 10 minutes before releasing the pressure.
To serve, spread your gluten free bread with mayonnaise, top with shredded beef, and top with a slice of cheese. Melt under the broiler or in a toaster oven. Serve with a cup of jus.
Brianna is the blogger behind Flippin' Delicious, which we think is a perfectly apt name for everything you'll find on her site. Here on Food Fanatic, you'll find her helping to make gluten free dinners everyone can enjoy.

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Unable to delete reserved IP addresses?
Re: Unable to delete reserved IP addresses?
You should be able to slight the Reserve slider bar back from enable to disable and that should un-reserve the IP address. Then Save the setting.
Yeah, if that would be that easy I wouldn't ask the question. The UI of this router doesn't show the device which is not currently connected and since I don't have the device I can't make that box appear so I could see that slider.
Hmm, interesting...I guess we need to remove any reservations before disconnecting devices that we won't be using any more before the device is no longer needed...I presume this isn't correct behavior. You may need to avoid this one Reserved IP address. I presume a factory reset would clear the hidden reservation. I'll ask and see if there is any information on this. I've packed my 880L up for shipping on loan to a ISP for testing. So I can't verify this. Maybe others can. I'll post back if I get some information.
There is no way to see which IP addresses are reserved unless you click each one and if it's offline it's gone from the list.
Ya sounds like something is missing. I presume for now, before you disconnect any device from the router, even if your not going to use it any more, would be best to disable the reservation ON the router first. Save settings so that the IP is freed up. I've passed this along to D-Link for review. Please be patient.
Thanks for following up on this. I was just about call them to submit as an issue.
Just did, got the guy who was taking note on my previous issue with loop back. He said he'll try to reproduce it and call me back.
Awesome...ya. Might give it a month or two...they just released one last last year. Would need to develop a fix, test it fully.
For now, just remember to disable the reservation before you disconnect any devices that you not going to be using any more.
Same problem here. Really missing a list view of reserved ip's.
The problem is being reviewed by D-Link and is aware of it. We hope the next FW update will fix this.
I am surprised twice by this. First of all, this went unnoticed for quite a while since the router was released and this is nothing new, it's an obvious feature that every router should have regardless being high or low end device where you can easily see and manage reserved addresses.


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IT IS often said that one of the best ways to buy a classic car at a competitive price is to visit an auction. But for first time buyers who have never set foot inside an auction hall, this can seem as daunting as stripping down and rebuilding the engine of a Ferrari F40 while wearing a blindfold.
An auction is held when private individuals and dealers submit cars for sale to an auction house. The auction house hopes to attract prospective buyers, and earns commission on every sale made. It’s big business: some cars sell for tens of millions of pounds, such as the Ferrari 335 S Spider Scaglietti that last year broke the record for the world’s most expensive racing car sold at auction, at €32m (£24.7m).
When the lots are less valuable “everyday” classic cars rather than ultra-rare machines with racing pedigree, there’s a good chance that they could be bought at a sensible price.
The feeling of bidding against one, two or even more other prospective buyers during an auction can be as thrilling as driving the car of your dreams for the first time. You’ll need your wits about you to keep up with the pace of the bidding without getting too carried away.
Anyone can submit their car for sale, and an auction house will agree with a vendor whether or not they want to set a reserve; a minimum price that must be reached for a sale to be completed.
Reserve figures are mutually agreed by and known only to the vendor and the auction house. Note that the estimate figures published in the auction catalogue serve only as a guide and are no guarantee that the lot will sell if the bidding reaches those figures.
The seller pays a commission on a successful sale, and the buyer pays a buyer’s premium fee. If the car was manufactured outside the EU and not previously registered within it then duty will be payable. Establish with the auction house how much these fees will cost you.
Where are classic car auctions held?
Coys typically holds an auction every month in the UK. Others include Anglia Car Auctions, Barons, Classic Car Auctions, H&H, RM Sothebys and Silverstone Auctions.
The classic car market has experienced years of impressive growth, as many international buyers bought cars as a financial investment. However, while there are always vehicles that are exceptions to any trend, market tracking index sources suggest prices may have reached a plateau and buyers should be aware that values can go down as well as up. The likes of the Hagerty market rating, HAGI (Historic Automobile Group International) index and K500 market index are useful barometers for buyers to consult.
Buying at auction can be a risky process. Cars are sold “as seen”, so you have little comeback if things go wrong or the car isn’t in as good condition as you’d expected.
Wells advises that buyers with a specific car, or lot, in mind should contact the auction house in advance of the sale and ask for all the documentation, history and photographs or even video footage that is available. “If you want to know about a car’s restoration, ownership history, or check the engine and chassis numbers, discuss everything with the auction house and do your due diligence,” advises Wells.
Whether you hanker after a pre-war Alfa Romeo or a Pagani Zonda, the experts at JBR Capital say choosing a car to buy must never be made purely on the car’s investment potential. Above all else because it should be a car you adore – a car you’d love to own, drive and cherish. That way you’ll not be overly concerned by any short or medium term value and market fluctuations.
If you’re after a rare car or a very specific model then your options may always be limited, but you should always be choosy. If it’s not so rare then you should be choosier still, carefully considering colour, specification, provenance, mileage (if relevant) and overall condition.
If you’ve set your heart on a type of car you’re not already intimately familiar with then read up on it. Check the catalogue description and contact the auction house with your questions and for any advice, additional photos, history files or information they may have.
Join an owners’ forum and contact the owners’ club about what to look out for, what to avoid, what added expense such a car may ordinarily incur and, not least, past and current values.
In some cases it may be possible to inspect the car and its documentation prior to the sale’s preview times.
You’re allowed to touch the cars at auction previews so don’t be afraid to open the car doors, bonnet and boot, and looking in every cubby hole and under the car. If possible take a knowledgeable friend or marque expert along for a second opinion.
If, as the hammer falls, the auctioneer doesn’t actually use the word “sold” it’s probably not sold and you may be able to do a deal. Speak with the auction house after the sale, as it’s not uncommon for unsuccessful vendors to ‘soften’ and lower their price.
Take your time choosing an auction: Finding the car of your dreams may take time and require patient research, so sign up for the relevant auction house newsletters and browse the lots offered in forthcoming sales.
Do a trial run: If you haven’t previously attended a car auction then take a trial run to see for yourself how it all works – get a feeling for the saleroom procedures and atmosphere without the responsibility of bidding and buying.
Examine the auction catalogue: all auctioneers will publish a catalogue detailing each of the lots that will be included in the sale, along with information such as the sale location, timings and conditions of sale. Read the conditions carefully, as they will contain information about fees such as the Buyer’s Premium (a percentage on top of the hammer price added by the auctioneer to cover administrative expenses, usually around 10-15% plus VAT), Seller’s Commission (a fee deducted from the hammer price by the auctioneer, around 10% plus VAT), credit card fees and other expenses (such as removal and storage of vehicles).
Check the estimates: Take note of sale prices of similar cars from previous auctions, which are published online by auctioneers. Also compare the estimate prices for similar lots coming up for sale.
Register with the auctioneer: If any car takes your fancy, the next step is to complete a Bidder Registration Form with the auction house, a process that requires submission of several forms of identification, such as a passport and driver’s licence. This can be done at the auction.
Make the funds available: Prior to the sale buyers need to have arranged for sufficient funds to be available for transfer within 24 hours.
Think about transportation: Work out how you’ll get the car home should you end up with a winning bid.
Attend the auction: You can bid over the Internet or phone but it’s wise to visit the auction in person so that you get to have a thorough look over any car you want to bid for. Before an auction starts, there is a preview time that allows prospective buyers to check over cars. Make the most of it. Other cars may catch your eye, too. And the whiff of oil and leather that comes with a hall full of old cars is some car enthusiasts’ idea of the perfect aftershave.
Take a friend: Buying a catalogue typically permits entry for two people. As mentioned above, take along a friend with expert knowledge for a second opinion.
If you really can’t attend on the day: Anyone not available to bid on the day of auction can submit a commission bid in advance and the auction house will bid on your behalf up to your stated maximum price.
Be visible to the auctioneer: When bidding on the auction floor, position yourself in clear view of the auctioneer.
Keep your body language in check: While some bidders may be quite vocal, auctioneers will be looking around the room for more subtle bids. A raised arm, catalogue or paddle (a numbered board issued by the auctioneer to serious buyers) are clear signs. Eye contact and a nod can equate to a bid, too. Be careful not to bid accidentally on lots you’re not interested in.
Keep calm when bidding: Once your lot comes up and the bidding starts, don’t get carried away. Don’t bid higher than your maximum, based on your market research (see above), and ask your friend to help temper any enthusiasm in the heat of the moment. And if your chosen car isn’t rare then keep in mind that another will come up for sale.
If you win: The auctioneer will ask for your paddle or bidder number. Make it known so that they can move on to the next lot, then head to the main desk to discuss payment and collection details.
Check how your money will be held during the transaction: Ideally, it should be placed in a escrow account, meaning your cash should be safe if the auction house goes out of business.


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to set state-of-the-art, support building of investment pathways and enable novel partnerships needed to accelerate action worldwide on water infrastructure solutions for the water-energy-food security nexus.
Water, energy and food security rely on water infrastructure. Recognition of the closely bound interaction between water, energy and food production and use – the nexus - has led to new demands for water infrastructure and technology solutions. The vision is coordinated planning, development, optimization and operation of portfolios of water infrastructure for benefits across sectors, including combinations of man-made infrastructure and technology with nature-based infrastructure. Solutions will bridge divides – among agriculture, ecosystems, energy, industry and cities – and strengthen the resilience of economic growth.
Improved practice is making this vision achievable, but solutions and success stories are not widely known or shared between sectors. The Nexus Dialogue on Water Infrastructure Solutions will bring together the key actors required for building new investments in innovative water infrastructure and technology that address the interdependencies of water, energy and food.

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Uniqlo will enter the German market and will open a global flagship store in Berlin in spring 2014. The store will mark the launch of Uniqlo in a German-speaking country and will be located in Berlin’s popular Tauentzienstrasse shopping area, which is home to many international fashion and lifestyle brands.
Uniqlo, first established in Japan in 1984, currently has more than 1,200 stores across 14 countries worldwide. In Europe the company operates 15 locations across three countries, having first launched in the UK in 2001, France in 2007 and Russia in 2010. The newest addition marks the first step of Uniqlo’s expansion plans across Europe.
The Uniqlo store in Berlin will have a total sales area of 2700sqm over three levels - ground floor, basement and first floor - and will offer the full line of men’s, women’s and kid’s clothing. The arrival of Uniqlo is expected to create several hundred jobs in Germany’s capital.
“We chose this area of Berlin because it is a popular shopping destination for both residents and tourists. As a brand, Uniqlo stands for high quality as well as versatile, affordable clothes. We know that the Berlin customer, who is conscious and knowledgeable about fashion, will truly appreciate this offer. We are looking forward to arriving from Tokyo to Berlin,” added Berndt Hauptkorn.


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The Mohawk High basketball team is rolling along.
The Warriors played solid second-half defense in a WPIAL Section 2-AA 43-35 triumph at Shenango.
“Any win on the road is a win we’ll take,” Mohawk coach Rob Fadden said.
After the Warriors jumped out to an 11-6 first-quarter lead, the Wildcats rallied to cut the deficit to three at the half.
Mohawk (5-2 section, 7-6 overall) was led by Lucas Grim’s 11-point performance. Saivon Watt was next with nine.
The Wildcats (2-5, 4-8) shot 12 of 49 from the field and accumulated just 16 rebounds.
Greg DePorzio recorded a team-high 14 points for the Wildcats. Josh McCormick chipped in seven.
The loss snaps the Wildcats’ two-game section winning streak.
James Micco 1 0-0 2.
3-point goals — Mohawk 1 (Sager 1); Shenango 5 (DePorzio 2, Ferrari 1, McCormick 2).
JV score: Mohawk 49, Shenango 31. High scorer: M — Tyler Rader 11; S — Ryan Smith 8.

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Following an International Raoul Wallenberg Foundation proposal, Australian PM, Julia Gillard, made an special video announcement regarding the recently bestowal of the Australian Honorary Citizenship upon Raoul Wallenberg.
“I am deeply honored to share the news with the International Raoul Wallenberg Foundation that here, in Australia, we have made Raoul Wallenberg an Honorary Citizen of our country. This is the first time in Australia’s history that such an honor has been bestowed. We wanted to honor his selfless and tireless devotion to human life in the Holocaust. We in Australia are proud to have done this, for this reason: Even at the bleakest times in human history there have been individuals of boundless courage whose actions have rekindled our faith, restore our trust. In World War II Hungary and for the Jews of Budapest, Raoul Wallenberg was such a man.”, says Gillard.
Raoul Wallenberg is the Swedish diplomat that helped save the lives of thousands of persecuted by the Nazis in Hungary during the final days of World War II. He is missing since January 1945 after being arrested by the Soviet Army at the outskirts of Budapest, along with his chauffer, Vilmos Langfelder.
“We can not but say thanks to PM Gillard for having done such a fine double gesture; on one side, the decision to bestow upon Wallenberg a distinction without precedents in Australian history; on the other side, for having accepted our suggestion to make the announcement through a video statement that will allow millions around the world to know this wonderful news.”, said Eduardo Eurnekian, Chairman of the Raoul Wallenberg Foundation.

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“Ask what I shall give thee,” the Lord God said to King Solomon (1 Kings 3:5). Instead of asking for riches, fame, or long life, Solomon asked of the Lord, “Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad…” (9). The Lord was pleased at Solomon’s request and gave him wisdom such as never was or will be in the future (12). The fame of Solomon was spread abroad because of his great wisdom and understanding.
The enemy is using many subtle influences in the world to draw people away from holiness. God’s people must beware of where and how the devil is working and eradicate ungodly influences from their lives and replace them with that which is good and holy.
Satan is warring against God’s people. His purpose is to destroy the very essence of their spirituality. The enemy is crafty and aware of every weakness. While temptation to sin is a reality, the greatest danger often lies in the influences that are exerting themselves over time against the children of God.
The Bible standard concerning watching movies and television is encompassed in one word: holiness. To be holy is to be clean, pure, sanctified, set apart, homogeneous. The scripture teaches to “glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God‘s” (I Corinthians 6:20). “For God hath not called us unto uncleanness, but unto holiness” (I Thessalonians 4:7). Without holiness, “no man shall see the Lord” (Hebrews 12:14). One must consider the power and influence of movies and television and weigh it against the above scriptures. As children of God, we are to “do all to the glory of God” (I Corinthians 10:31).


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There are pros and cons to any plan, but an ESOP (1) has considerableincome tax benefits (earnings may even become income tax free); (2) significant succession and estate planning advantages; and (3) can address concerns regarding a retiring owner’s legacy. It is very common for contractors to use ESOPs to accomplish goals such as the ones mentioned above – only manufacturers use it more often. Studies have also shown that ESOPs can lead to greater employee productivity and retention, along with enhanced retirement benefits to all eligible employees. For contractors, it may also have a beneficial effect on surety relationships, as long as the lines of communication remain open; it’s extremely important that all stakeholders (especially sureties) are involved in the process from the very beginning. In this article, we will address the nature of an ESOP, and the various benefits of using the plan as a succession planning tool.
Many owners want their children and/or key management to eventually operate and own the business, but they cannot afford to purchase the business (or cannot obtain adequate financing). ESOPs can increase the gradual direct ownership by the next generation without the need for personal financing, or the potentially conflicting goals or interference of outside, unrelated interests. Most contractors wish to avoid potential business disruptions, not to mention the disruption to the lives of valued employees, which can result from an outright corporate sale. Whether it’s a strategic acquisition by another business, or a financial acquisition by investors, your business may ultimately be moved out of the community where you’ve spent years building ties or your employees may be terminated by new owners in an effort to cut costs. If your family’s next generation had any interest in continuing to build your business, an outside acquisition could derail their plans. It’s worthwhile to consider selling your shares to your company’s new ESOP instead.
The ESOP succession planning / exit strategy begins with the sale of the owner’s corporate stock to an ESOP trust. The ESOP is technically a “defined contribution” plan, which is a tax-favored account under the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) and the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). In effect, the ESOP borrows the funds for the purchase price (at full fair market value) from either an outside lender, or directly from the owner/seller who takes back a note; it’s usually a combination of both. The company makes quarterly or annual tax-deductible contributions to the ESOP that the ESOP then uses to repay the debt incurred to purchase seller stock. Once the stock is purchased by the plan, it is held in a suspense account, and released and allocated to employee participants based upon a non-discriminatory formula (usually based upon employee pay) over a period of years. This creates a significant long-term employee benefit plan that helps recruit, reward, and retain valuable employees.
If an employee leaves the company, the IRS mandates that he/she be granted a “put option” that is exercisable against the company. This means that the employee can sell accumulated vested shares back to the company, or the plan, for the fair market value at the time of retirement or other termination event. The value of the shares is determined on at least an annual basis. As employees leave the company, the company purchases shares on the participants’ put options, and retires the shares to treasury or re-contributes the shares to the ESOP (taking another fair market value deduction). Retiring the shares reduces the overall outstanding shares and increases the percentage of ownership that is held outside the ESOP by the owner’s children and/or key management. Practically speaking, it is possible that when the last share is repurchased and retired, the shares held outside the ESOP represents 100 percent of the value of the company (i.e., the next generation / key management holds all outstanding shares).
It’s important to remember that employees who accumulate stock in the plan DO NOT run the company or own the shares on an individual basis. The employees are “beneficial owners” of the shares through the trust, which is the legal owner of the shares. Aside from a few exceptions, the plan participants do not vote on the stock allocated to their accounts. The ESOP has a trustee who can be “directed” by management. A “directed” trustee may only vote the shares as directed by the board, leaving the employees with no voting rights or access to sensitive corporate information. Corporate governance and control (always an important consideration of business owners) can be maintained or designated by sellers, even in a 100 percent ESOP-owned company – at least until the debt is completely repaid (and all of the stock has been released from the suspense account). In short, day-to-day control of the company doesn’t change, and control can remain with the selling owners until they receive the entire selling price.
The contributions made by the company to the plan to repay the debt incurred to purchase shares are tax-deductible payments of profit-sharing contribution expense, dollar for dollar. It is important to note that there are balance sheet items that can affect the net-worth or working capital ratios that are important to banks and bonding companies, so it’s essential that companies communicate with these partners at the outset. You may be surprised to learn that in spite of the balance sheet effects of the plan, lenders and sureties will appreciate an orderly and gradual transfer of ownership that minimizes the disruption to company operations.
One of the most compelling benefits arising out of the establishment of an ESOP is the deferral (or possible elimination) of capital gains tax on the sale of the owner’s “C” corporation stock, regardless of the owner’s basis. Capital gains tax rates for individuals can normally be as high as 15 to 20 percent, depending upon the level of income; in addition, the 3.8 percent healthcare tax (called the “net investment income tax”) can result in up to 23.8 percent in federal capital gains tax (which doesn’t include possible state capital gain taxes). However, under an IRC § 1042 exchange, as long as the proceeds from the sale of the C-corporation’s stock is then used by the business owner to purchase “qualified replacement property” (generally securities issued by a domestic operating corporation, with certain limitations), then capital gain taxes can be deferred. If the seller of the company’s stock never sells the replacement property and holds it until death, the deceased security holder’s heirs will inherit the replacement property with a “stepped-up” basis, and the capital gain will have been eliminated.
If the company is an “S” corporation (meaning you’ve been receiving a Schedule K-1 every year after the company’s tax returns have been prepared), then when you sell your stock to the ESOP, the annual Schedule K-1 will be issued to the ESOP instead of to you. The plan, as a tax-favored arrangement, is considered a tax-exempt trust (similar to a 401(k) plan), and is not subject to federal or state income tax. In essence, the company becomes a “tax free” entity. This is obviously a most beneficial situation, making the arrangement a very competitive succession planning option. No taxes mean MORE CASH available for operations, and usually more than enough cash to cover repayments on the original purchase loan. With proper planning, sellers and companies may be able to enjoy the distinct tax advantages afforded to both “C” and “S” Corporations.
The seller retains personal and corporate legacy in the locality in which the company resides.
ESOP companies outperform their peers with increased productivity and higher return-on-investment.
The company remains an important contributor to the community’s social and economic fabric.
Given the extraordinary benefits involved in the use of ESOPs as a succession planning tool, and its common use within the industry, it would certainly be worthwhile to consider making an ESOP part of your exit strategy.
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Recently, I read a post that described purposely doing things in a way that wouldn't scale, thus hoping to provide better insight into the problem domain, as well as deferring investment until confidence of the return is better known. In particular, Joel suggested starting a project by running processes that could be automated by hand at first. These processed could then be automated if needed later on. So, how could you go about trying to follow this advise?
Consider not test driving all the things!
Being a keen test driven development advocate, this was a tough decision. When I first learnt about TDD and 'saw the light', I thought all code must be test driven, if only for the regression benefits. Having test driven software for ~10 years, I'm now less dogmatic.
I pretty much always use it when writing complex, and thus risky software. Following this approach, I've found my first stab at a solution to have a higher probablilty of being 'right', and the second stab is easier to iterate towards, due to the confidence bought by the tests.
The other real benefit I gain from test driving development is the deliberately incremental approach to learning unknown problem domains by way of examples. Instead of trying to 'eat the elephant' and trying to learn it all in one big lesson, I prefer to identify a simple understandable example, write a test, and make it pass by writing the simplest production code possible. I then repeat, and repeat, until gradually I understand the wider problem domain, and not only have a solution, but one proven by the tests to solve the problem!
However, being less dogmatic, I appreciate there are scenarios in which test driving code is less optimum.
Quite often, I'm faced with writing software using a language, platform, or framework that I've little experience with. During these projects, I'm often faced with the challenge that I don't the know the shape of the components I will write. Will they be object oriented? Functional? Should they follow platform specific patterns that I don't yet understand? If I don't know the structure of the production code, how can I know their responsibilities and thus how to write tests? Often this is accompanied with a lack of knowledge about the maturity of testing tools and which ones to choose. Just the time needed to evaluate the exact test tools might exceed the time tests save with their regression benefits.
The other scenario that I often find writing tests first to be premature is often not based on complexity, but rather on unpredictability of the software's expected result. For example, if I was asked to write software that tracked a mountain biker around a UK trail, I would likely not know exact gpx polygons needed to write a valid test. Instead, I'd possibly just spike a solution and initially see if the recorded tracks look roughly sensible. I don't need a failing Cucumber feature to tell me that a resulting track that crosses the equator is obviously wrong. Only when I've proved gps tracking basically works would I consider investigating how to test double device locations, time, and other factors, to ensure the system really works, and continues to do so in the future.
Joel's article describes some benefits of doing things deliberately, in a way that doesn't scale. For example, instead of using a simple script to send standardised emails to new website members, perhaps send the first thousand emails by hand. Embrace the chance to personally connect to the first members. Make them feel valuable, and possibly gain feedback off them about the sign up experience. They're more likely to provide feedback to a personal email than to an automated script and survey tool.
During development of my mountain bike ride recording application (now abandoned - thank you Strava...), I decided against initially test driving the recording features due to the reasons mentioned in the previous section. Instead, I'd hack basic prototypes that I'd actually take out cycling, which allowed me to explore the general concept and suitability of mobile GPS for this problem. I quickly discovered the battery life and GPS accuracy limits that would make this software extremely difficult to write and support. It allowed me to identify other unknown unknowns; how would I actually specify the trails, their start and end points. Could this be crowd sourced?
I also gained valuable feedback from people I met on the trails about whether they'd be interested in such an app, and if not, what services would be useful to them. One in particular would be a good candidate for a startup in the future. These are benefits I just couldn't have gained by crafting a substantial high quality test suite.


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The table below gives you the list of dimensions used in reports and their definitions.
Browser from which the message was opened or clicked on.
Label and ID of your campaign.
City registered in the recipient's profile.
Country registered in the recipient's profile.
Label and ID of the delivery.
Device from which the email/SMS/push notification was opened/viewed/clicked on.
Recipient's gender such as male or female. If the gender field is empty in the recipient's profile, the value will be none.
Actions on the In-App message delivered, e.g. actions on button 1 or 2 or dismissals.
Channel used for the delivery, such as email, SMS, push notification or In-App.
Platform of the device from which the message was opened/viewed/clicked on.
Regroups out-of-the-box and custom profile fields created during the profile resource extension, for more on this refer to this page or this example.
Note that data for this dimension is retrieved as soon as the custom resource linked to the profile field is published.
Platform of the device from which the push notification was opened, such as iOS or Android.
Domain used to open the email.
Label and ID of the recurring delivery.
Domain used to send the email.
IP used to send the email.
State registered in the recipient's profile.
URL that was clicked on by the user from the message.
Category assigned to the tracking URL.
Label given to the URL, such as mirror page, contact us or open.
Label and ID of the transactional delivery.
Variant of the email in case of A/B testing.
Zip code registered in the recipient's profile.
The tables below give you the list of metrics used in reports and their definitions depending on the delivery type.
Number of recipients who have declared an email as spam or junk.
Percentage of deliveries marked as blacklisted.
Total of errors cumulated during delivery and automatic return processing in relation to the total number of sent messages.
Percentage of emails that bounced compared to email sent.
Number of times a content was clicked in a delivery.
Percentage of clicks in a delivery.
Number of messages successfully sent, in relation to the total number of sent messages.
Percentage of messages successfully sent.
Total number of permanent errors, such as a wrong email address.
Percentage of deliveries that failed due to permanent errors.
Number of recipients who clicked on the mirror page link.
Percentage of clicks on the mirror page link compared to the total delivery messages.
Total number of sends for the delivery.
Rate of unique opens per delivered messages.
Number of messages that bounced and resulted in the quarantine of the address.
Percentage of quarantines compared to sent messages.
Number of messages classified as spam by the SMTP servers.
Percentage of messages marked as rejected.
Total number of temporary errors, such as a full inbox.
Percentage of deliveries that failed due to temporary reason.
Number of recipients who clicked on a content in a delivery.
Number of recipients who opened the delivery.
Percentage of unsubscriptions by recipient compared to the delivered messages.
Number of clicks on the unsubscription link.
Total of errors cumulated during delivery in relation to the total number of sent messages, e.g. errors from MCPNS or provider.
Percentage of push notifications that bounced compared to push notifications sent.
Number of times users interact with the push notification, e.g. clicks on the notification or button.
Percentage of users who interacted with the push notification.
Number of push notifications successfully sent, in relation to the total number of sent push notifications.
Percentage of push notifications successfully sent.
Total of push notifications seen by recipients.
Total number of push notifications sent.
Total number of application launches when users open the push notification.
Percentage of opened push notifications.
Number of times a unique user interacts with the push notification, e.g. clicks on the notification or button.
Number of impressions by recipient.
Total number of In-App messages delivered to the device by the service provider.
Total of In-App messages seen by recipients depending on whether trigger criterion was met.
Total number of recipients who clicked on Button 1 or Button 2.
Percentage of users who clicked on Button 1 or Button 2 compared to users who saw the message.
Total number of messages that recipients dismissed either by clicking the close button or auto-dismiss.
Percentage of In-App messages that recipients dismissed.
Total number of In-App messages sent from Adobe Campaign as part of the delivery sent process.
Number of impressions by a unique recipient.
Number of times recipients clicked on Button 1 or Button 2.
Number of time recipients dismissed an In-App message.
The table below gives you the list of segments used in reports and their definitions.
Recipients born from 1946 to 1954.
Recipients born from 1955 to 1965.
Recipients from 18 to 25 years old.
Recipients from 26 to 30 years old.
Recipients from 31 to 40 years old.
Recipients from 41 to 50 years old.
Recipients born from 1966 to 1976.
Recipients born from 1977 to 1994.
Recipients born from 1995 to today.
Recipients whose age is greater than 50.
Recipients whose age is less than 25.
Recipients whose age is less than 30.
Recipients whose age is less than 40.
Recipients whose age is less than 50.
Recipients born in 1945 or before.


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Haha, your last 2 weeks sound like mine. This last weekend I didn’t run a single step from Friday to Sunday, but there was a lot of walking around and toddler-chasing (including other people’s toddlers!) at my college reunion! And we can be marathon training twins now. Cheers to marathon training!!
That vacation photo looks so beautiful! Congrats on a truly epic and successful road trip, and on getting so much running in on your vacation!

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The invitees were all the Heads of Mission accredited in the Netherlands. 24 Ambassadors attended. In addition 17 other embassies were represented by a staff member.
Listen to the BNR Radio interview (Dutch spoken) with Prof. Jan Melissen & Former Ambassador Eric Niehe.
“[…] Communication is the essence of diplomacy, determining its purpose and operational modes. Each phase in the long evolution of diplomacy has therefore been marked by the need to adjust to and seek to shape the dominant features of the communication and information environment. Over the last two decades, rapid developments in the speed and direction of communication have begun to pose fundamental questions as to what diplomacy actually is.
While in over a dozen references the lengthy Clingendael report rightly identifies the media as a factor to be reckoned with by the modern Laptop Diplomats, it is tacitly assumed that timely and reliable media-monitoring is ubiquitously available to foreign missions in the Netherlands. That, of course, is not always the case. There is obviously much information to be obtained via newspaper and magazine subscription and online sources.
But such quantitative information overload is deceptive inasmuch as it obscures the panorama view that includes selection and analysis of offline copyrighted articles and/or access to all radio and television items as well as the new Social Media. Such custom-tailored deliverables for foreign missions in the Netherlands are at present not readily on offer other than from Global Media Analysis Services (GMAS) and as such constitutes our Unique Selling Point [USP].
To highlight this important issue GMAS is taking the initiative to organize the First Annual High-Level Round Table 2015 in The Hague in order to demonstrate to Heads of Mission the vast array of Dutch traditional and new media input impacting on the perceived national interest of individual countries with representation in the Netherlands. It is only by comparing and contrasting the totality of media-monitoring coverage to that presently available to an embassy or international organization that shortcomings may come to light. Because contrary to the old adage, what you don’t know, can hurt you.


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The Wrap reports that Netflix is launching a radio station on SiriusXM that will repurpose much of their vast supply of comedy for a new audience in an audio format. The station will be called Netflix Is A Joke Radio and feature highlights from many of Netflix’s original stand-up specials. It’s a goldmine of material that Netflix is smart to get this extended value from.
Watch for the launch on April 15 on SiriusXM channel 93. Featured comedians include Adam Sandler, Aziz Ansari, Bill Burr, Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle, Ellen DeGeneres, Gabriel Iglesias, Jerry Seinfeld, John Mulaney, Ken Jeong, Ricky Gervais, Sarah Silverman, Sebastian Maniscalco, Trevor Noah, Wanda Sykes, and more.
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