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(Reuters)-- Apple is expected to announce plans next week to make its Siri voice assistant work with a larger variety of apps, as the technology company looks to counter the runaway success of Amazon's competing Alexa service.

Apple Inc is expected to announce plans next week to make its Siri voice assistant work with a larger variety of apps, as the technology company looks to counter the runaway success of Amazon.com Inc's competing Alexa service.

Not exact matches

Look, it's fairly easy to dismiss The Chairless Chair — a wearable exoskeleton developed by Swiss company Noonee that allows you to sit wherever — as a ridiculous piece of technology.

Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in such forward - looking statements and that should be considered in evaluating our outlook include, but are not limited to, the following: 1) our ability to continue to grow our business and execute our growth strategy, including the timing, execution, and profitability of new and maturing programs; 2) our ability to perform our obligations under our new and maturing commercial, business aircraft, and military development programs, and the related recurring production; 3) our ability to accurately estimate and manage performance, cost, and revenue under our contracts, including our ability to achieve certain cost reductions with respect to the B787 program; 4) margin pressures and the potential for additional forward losses on new and maturing programs; 5) our ability to accommodate, and the cost of accommodating, announced increases in the build rates of certain aircraft; 6) the effect on aircraft demand and build rates of changing customer preferences for business aircraft, including the effect of global economic conditions on the business aircraft market and expanding conflicts or political unrest in the Middle East or Asia; 7) customer cancellations or deferrals as a result of global economic uncertainty or otherwise; 8) the effect of economic conditions in the industries and markets in which we operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; 9) the success and timely execution of key milestones such as the receipt of necessary regulatory approvals, including our ability to obtain in a timely fashion any required regulatory or other third party approvals for the consummation of our announced acquisition of Asco, and customer adherence to their announced schedules; 10) our ability to successfully negotiate, or re-negotiate, future pricing under our supply agreements with Boeing and our other customers; 11) our ability to enter into profitable supply arrangements with additional customers; 12) the ability of all parties to satisfy their performance requirements under existing supply contracts with our two major customers, Boeing and Airbus, and other customers, and the risk of nonpayment by such customers; 13) any adverse impact on Boeing's and Airbus» production of aircraft resulting from cancellations, deferrals, or reduced orders by their customers or from labor disputes, domestic or international hostilities, or acts of terrorism; 14) any adverse impact on the demand for air travel or our operations from the outbreak of diseases or epidemic or pandemic outbreaks; 15) our ability to avoid or recover from cyber-based or other security attacks, information technology failures, or other disruptions; 16) returns on pension plan assets and the impact of future discount rate changes on pension obligations; 17) our ability to borrow additional funds or refinance debt, including our ability to obtain the debt to finance the purchase price for our announced acquisition of Asco on favorable terms or at all; 18) competition from commercial aerospace original equipment manufacturers and other aerostructures suppliers; 19) the effect of governmental laws, such as U.S. export control laws and U.S. and foreign anti-bribery laws such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the United Kingdom Bribery Act, and environmental laws and agency regulations, both in the U.S. and abroad; 20) the effect of changes in tax law, such as the effect of The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the «TCJA») that was enacted on December 22, 2017, and changes to the interpretations of or guidance related thereto, and the Company's ability to accurately calculate and estimate the effect of such changes; 21) any reduction in our credit ratings; 22) our dependence on our suppliers, as well as the cost and availability of raw materials and purchased components; 23) our ability to recruit and retain a critical mass of highly - skilled employees and our relationships with the unions representing many of our employees; 24) spending by the U.S. and other governments on defense; 25) the possibility that our cash flows and our credit facility may not be adequate for our additional capital needs or for payment of interest on, and principal of, our indebtedness; 26) our exposure under our revolving credit facility to higher interest payments should interest rates increase substantially; 27) the effectiveness of any interest rate hedging programs; 28) the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting; 29) the outcome or impact of ongoing or future litigation, claims, and regulatory actions; 30) exposure to potential product liability and warranty claims; 31) our ability to effectively assess, manage and integrate acquisitions that we pursue, including our ability to successfully integrate the Asco business and generate synergies and other cost savings; 32) our ability to consummate our announced acquisition of Asco in a timely matter while avoiding any unexpected costs, charges, expenses, adverse changes to business relationships and other business disruptions for ourselves and Asco as a result of the acquisition; 33) our ability to continue selling certain receivables through our supplier financing program; 34) the risks of doing business internationally, including fluctuations in foreign current exchange rates, impositions of tariffs or embargoes, compliance with foreign laws, and domestic and foreign government policies; and 35) our ability to complete the proposed accelerated stock repurchase plan, among other things.

While many manufacturing and technology companies have announced expanded partnerships at CES, the smart home industry might look to wearable fashion tech as a crystal ball of sorts.

I am not advocating for Hill's, as I don't what the outcomes are and need to look more into the ingredients, but I do think it is fascinating that companies are getting more advanced in food technology.

Technology companies, such as Microsoft and Cisco Systems have ramped up lobbying ahead of talks to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement, looking to avoid any future restrictions on cloud storage and to promote an international pact to eliminate technology goodTechnology companies, such as Microsoft and Cisco Systems have ramped up lobbying ahead of talks to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement, looking to avoid any future restrictions on cloud storage and to promote an international pact to eliminate technology goodtechnology goods tariffs.

«We look very different today than five years ago — for example, clinical and technology professionals are the first and third largest job categories across UnitedHealth Group — and we will look different again five years from now as we continue to evolve at an accelerated pace,» UnitedHealth CEO David Wichmann said on the company's first - quarter conference call.

As to whether or not Adap.tv will be able to maintain its advantage amongst the many companies now looking to provide their video ad services, «I would assume that the technology is differentiated, and it's the reason that AOL wanted it, so they should be able to sustain their advantage,» said Pitz.

«We are looking at investment and research as leading indicators of who is going to win that disruptive race, much like investing in the early days of internet technology would have led you to companies like Amazon,» he said.

While some companies Far Eastern is looking at have to deal with the excess capacity, others need management changes to adapt to a global market, he said, adding that companies broadly need to evolve as technology advances, he said.

Ever since Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed that the company is working on «autonomous systems» for cars, details have trickled out as well as a few public sightings of the technology Now, thanks to the co-founder of self - driving car startup Voyage, we're getting an up close look at — and some expert insight on — Apple's Project Titan.

In fact, Taso Du Val, CEO of Toptal, an outsourcing firm that focuses on the world's most elite technology talent told me that when his company evaluates programmers, they not only look at technical skills, but put just as much emphasis on communication skills, initiative and teamwork.

Outside watchers of the company have looked at Anthony Noto, a former technology banker at Goldman Sachs and Twitter's current chief financial officer, as another potential candidate for chief executive.

As I look forward to 2018, I am concerned that the market environment continues to favor high - priced growth stocks, especially a narrow slice of what I consider increasingly expensive technology and consumer discretionary companies.

The company is in the midst of experimenting with facial recognition technologies at the company's New York labs, which it is looking at as a possible solution for secure mobile payment transfers.

Drawing from decades of experience with cutting edge technologies, both as a founder and an operator, Beyda looks to invest in startups and later - stage companies solving real problems with cutting - edge technology.

More recently, Canada has developed a strong reputation as a place to look for top private technology companies tackling global industrial challenges.»

BlackBerry's ability to manage inventory and asset risk; BlackBerry's reliance on suppliers of functional components for its products and risks relating to its supply chain; BlackBerry's ability to obtain rights to use software or components supplied by third parties; BlackBerry's ability to successfully maintain and enhance its brand; risks related to government regulations, including regulations relating to encryption technology; BlackBerry's ability to continue to adapt to recent board and management changes and headcount reductions; reliance on strategic alliances with third - party network infrastructure developers, software platform vendors and service platform vendors; BlackBerry's reliance on third - party manufacturers; potential defects and vulnerabilities in BlackBerry's products; risks related to litigation, including litigation claims arising from BlackBerry's practice of providing forward - looking guidance; potential charges relating to the impairment of intangible assets recorded on BlackBerry's balance sheet; risks as a result of actions of activist shareholders; government regulation of wireless spectrum and radio frequencies; risks related to economic and geopolitical conditions; risks associated with acquisitions; foreign exchange risks; and difficulties in forecasting BlackBerry's financial results given the rapid technological changes, evolving industry standards, intense competition and short product life cycles that characterize the wireless communications industry, and the company's previously disclosed review of strategic alternatives.

As more and more companies look toward implementing blockchain technology and the cryptocurrency industry continues to expand other countries are facing the same problems.

Blockstream raised $ 21 million at the end of 2014 — a round during which it again managed to attract the top tier of tech investors — and whatever its critics might think, it looks as though the company is going to play a critical role in the advancing of bitcoin and blockchain technology going forward.

«We are again delighted to have them as an investor in our Innovation Growth Fund and look forward to helping expand the Alberta technology ecosystem and scale world class technology companies.»

On Friday, French cosmetics company L'Oreal announced it was buying Canadian beauty technology company ModiFace as it looks to it's digital services division.

As with any unregulated asset class and the introduction of new technology, there has been a mass growth in blockchain tech, with companies looking at developing blockchain tech to deliver on just about everything transferrable.

: Expect a wave of attrition at Yahoo, as some of their most important employees are lured by forward - looking companies using cutting - edge technologies to build a close tribe across great distances.»

The fund managers will look for companies concentrated in the sectors of information and communication technology, clean and energy technology, life sciences, as well as agriculture and biotech.

«The plant, known as the «Meat Depot» because of its role as a hub for operators looking to develop and supply signature case - ready programs, is equipped with the latest cutting and packaging technologies,» the company says.

Today, the company is looking ahead at technology that will further reduce bacteria and pathogen exposure as well as protect product integrity and increase shelf life.

With version 2.0 of its Discovery laser platform, Raydiance has doubled the technology's peak power to 10 megawatts and is looking to market the technology so the company's lasers become as ubiquitous in photovoltaic cell manufacturing and in surgical equipment as Intel processors are in PCs, Raydiance co-founder and president Scott Davison says.

The need for biologists with additional qualifications in business administration (whether via MBA or distance learning or other courses) will increase as biotech companies, banks, and consultants look for people who understand both — the technology and the business.

The blockchain, the technology that underpins the digital currency Bitcoin, looks increasingly as though it could revolutionise aspects of society ranging from commerce to law, and certainly ownership — even as «sharing economy» companies like AirBnB and Uber test the boundaries of civic authority and the limits of personal property.

AFMs have continued to evolve over the years, and at one time, IBM even looked into using them as the basis of a memory technology in the company's Millipede project.

Read about 7 best vegan protein sources Several other companies, such as Hormel and Tyson also are looking into this technology, which is highly controversial among vegetarians and vegans... as well as meat - eaters alike.

«On behalf of everyone at Grindr, we would like to thank Joel for his inspiration and service as the founder of Grindr, and wish him all the best in the future,» said Yahui Zhou, «Looking forward, we are extremely excited about the excellent work Grindr is doing in becoming a leading global technology company, serving and supporting our users no matter where they are in the world.»

They want a company who is going to look out for their business on a day to day basis such as; help with risk management, advise them on changes to industry regulations, and a provider who updates their technology to meet the demands of the changing payments environment.

PRESS RELEASE — Nov 12 — ActiveSymbols has just released a facial - recognition search engine that gives online daters the ability to search for mates who look like celebrities, but the company ultimately hopes its technology will be used for larger issues, such as helping law enforcement track down child molesters.

And as dating sites look into its own incident reporting procedures, anti-fraud technology and user feedback features, fraud detection company Scamalytics offered some tips for consumers about staying safe online.

In fact, says Sari Factor, CEO of Edgenuity, she consistently hears from schools and districts looking to implement technology — such as the solutions her company creates — more effectively in their classrooms and personalize instruction for their students.

Asked what GM will look like in 2020, he says the company is «poised to be one of the, if not the, world's strongest players,» singling out what he says is GM's engineering leadership in such advanced technologies as fuel cells and lithium - ion batteries.

«We have aspirations for our company and certainly look to other companies like Netflix, one of the largest technology companies in the world, and see that as a great indicator that a company like ours can grow.»

We can look forward to by the end of the year many new innovations in Color and Touch screen E-Reader technologies by companies such as Freescale, Qualcomm, Touchco and Texas Instruments who seem to be pioneering a new breed of E-Ink screens that are thinner, and provide more resolution.

It makes Oyster look pretty prescient for focusing so hard on its technology and mobile reading experience (as it did from launch — and which was surely one of the main reasons it raised $ 17 million from big VCs), because otherwise the company's exit would only stand as a symbol of the fact that ebook subscriptions don't work.

Earnest is one of the many fin - tech companies that has grown quite quickly in recent years as people look to integrate technology into everyday financial matters to make the process more streamlined and personalized.

As of now, we are looking at selling the technology but keeping the name and brand, as we love it and want to eventually launch our own adventure holiday company under iAs of now, we are looking at selling the technology but keeping the name and brand, as we love it and want to eventually launch our own adventure holiday company under ias we love it and want to eventually launch our own adventure holiday company under it.

The latest model from Swiss e-bike company Stromer seems to take a page from Tesla's book, as the ST1 X offers a stylish and streamlined look, a nicely - integrated and uber - connected technology stack, and a relatively long «driving» range, but with a bit of a hefty price tag attached to it.

If U.S. companies can capitalize on carbon capture innovation, Friedmann said it may «create an export technology» as countries look to reduce emissions while maintaining those plants.

Andrew Williamson noted that some companies are starting to look at their non-water related technology and turning it towards water, such as using LED technology for water purification.

This report takes a look at the energy choices some of the largest and fastest growing IT companies are making, as the race to build «the cloud» creates a new era of technology.

While solar companies like SMA are increasingly selling their photovoltaic (PV) units with storage attached, new players are also entering the market — including car companies looking to take advantage of the rapidly growing market as an application for technology developed for electro - mobility.

I was very excited last fall when Integreon acquired the company, and I'm now focusing on combining Allegory with the other services that Integreon offers, as well as looking at how we can deliver the best practices and technology to the entire industry.