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Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Amazon Launches Aurora DSQL: What Investors Need to Know
Amazon AMZN-owned Amazon Web Services recently announced the general availability of Amazon Aurora DSQL, a serverless distributed SQL database specifically designed to address critical performance limitations in globally distributed applications. The strategic launch represents AWS' comprehensive response to growing enterprise demands for advanced databases that deliver both exceptional low latency and strong consistency without operational DSQL's strategic launch across eight AWS regions with additional planned expansion reinforces the company's commitment to comprehensive global infrastructure leadership. The flexible pay-per-use pricing model with AWS Free Tier inclusion strategically lowers adoption barriers for new customers while potentially increasing revenue streams from existing enterprise accounts through expanded usage. Aurora DSQL effectively resolves a fundamental challenge in distributed computing by providing simultaneous low latency and strong consistency capabilities. Traditional distributed databases consistently forced customers to choose between these critical features, creating significant operational trade-offs. The innovative service promises read and write speeds up to four times faster than competing distributed SQL databases while maintaining impressive 99.999% multi-Region availability revolutionary serverless architecture eliminates complex infrastructure management tasks, including provisioning, patching, and instance management responsibilities. This significant operational simplification particularly appeals to enterprises seeking substantially reduced database administration costs while scaling operations globally and efficiently. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2025 net sales is pegged at $693.68 billion, indicating growth of 8.73% from the prior-year reported figure. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2025 earnings is pegged at $6.31 per share, which indicates a jump of 14.1% from the year-ago the latest earnings estimates and surprises on Zacks Earnings Calendar. Inc. price-consensus-chart | Inc. Quote Comprehensive customer endorsements from major enterprises, including ADP, Robinhood, and DeNA, clearly indicate strong enterprise interest and market validation. ADP's strategic adoption is particularly significant given its massive operational scale, serving more than one million clients across 140 countries worldwide. Robinhood's commitment suggests financial services firms increasingly view the technology as viable for mission-critical applications requiring sophisticated horizontal scaling strategically plans to replace hundreds of existing database shards with Aurora DSQL, effectively demonstrating the service's substantial potential to simplify complex multi-database architectures while significantly reducing operational overhead and maintenance costs. The Aurora DSQL launch intensifies competition in the distributed database market, where AWS faces significant challenges from established players. Alphabet GOOGL-owned Google Cloud Spanner leads the globally distributed SQL database segment with proven enterprise adoption, offering automatic scaling and strong consistency across continents. Spanner's mature ecosystem and integration with Google's analytics tools provide significant competitive MSFT Azure Cosmos DB presents a multi-model approach supporting various database APIs, including SQL, MongoDB, and Cassandra, with guaranteed single-digit millisecond latencies and comprehensive SLA commitments. Oracle's ORCL Autonomous Database leverages machine learning for self-managing capabilities and maintains strong enterprise relationships through decades of database market leadership. Aurora DSQL's differentiation through serverless architecture and claimed performance advantages must overcome these competitors' established market positions, proven reliability records, and deep customer integration. Success will depend on AWS demonstrating sustained performance, cost-effectiveness, and seamless migration capabilities to enterprise customers already invested in competing significant release strategically strengthens AWS' competitive market position against Google Cloud Spanner and Microsoft's distributed database offerings, particularly in demanding enterprise markets requiring strong consistency across geographically dispersed applications serving complex, high-volume shares have lost 6.1% in the year-to-date period, underperforming the broader Zacks Retail-Wholesale sector's return of 0.65% and the S&P 500's decline of 1.8%. Shares of Microsoft have returned 9.2% while Alphabet and Google have lost 6.1% and 8.7%, respectively, in the same time investors already holding Amazon shares, maintaining positions seems prudent given the company's long-term growth trajectory and leadership in cloud computing. However, prospective investors might consider waiting for a better entry point. AMZN currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Inc. (AMZN) : Free Stock Analysis Report Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) : Free Stock Analysis Report Oracle Corporation (ORCL) : Free Stock Analysis Report Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research
Daily Mirror
17 hours ago
- Politics
- Daily Mirror
New DWP PIP eligibility rules to spare nearly 700,000 claimants
DWP is set to introduce new changes to eligibility and assessments for PIP next year The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is gearing up to roll out significant changes to the eligibility criteria and assessments for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) starting from November 2026, which will affect both new and current claimants. However, Minister for Social Security and Disability Sir Stephen Timms has assured that people of State Pension age will remain untouched by these upcoming reforms. Recent statistics released by the DWP reveal that as of the end of January, approximately 690,186 people aged between 65 and 79 were in receipt of PIP, with 2,492 of them residing in Scotland. These recipients are set to transition to Adult Disability Payment (ADP) under the Social Security Scotland system this Spring, reports the Daily Record. Sir Stephen provided this assurance in a written reply to Labour MP Paula Barker's enquiry regarding the potential repercussions of the proposed PIP reforms on pensioners. In his statement, Sir Stephen said: "Our intention is that the new eligibility requirement in Personal Independence Payment (PIP) in which people must score a minimum of four points in one daily living activity to be eligible for the daily living component, will apply to new claims and award reviews from November 2026, subject to parliamentary approval. "In keeping with existing policy, people of State Pension Age are not routinely fully reviewed and will not be affected by the proposed changes." He noted that "information on the impacts of the Pathways to Work Green Paper will be published in due course" and highlighted some details were shared with the Spring Statement in March. Sir Stephen continued: "A further programme of analysis to support development of the proposals in the Green Paper will be developed and undertaken in the coming months." Responding separately to Independent MP Apsana Begum, Sir Stephen confirmed no changes are forthcoming for people facing end-of-life applying through PIP's fast-track service. He told the Poplar and Limehouse MP: "We recognise that people nearing the end of their life are some of the most vulnerable people in society and need fast track and unqualified support at this difficult time. "People who claim, or are in receipt of, Personal Independence Payment (PIP), and are nearing the end of their life with 12 months or less to live, will continue to be able to access the enhanced rate of the daily living component of PIP."= "We will also maintain the existing fast-track route under the Special Rules for End of Life and where claims are currently being cleared in two working days. This fast-track route will not be impacted by the new eligibility requirement for PIP." Currently, 3.7 million people across Great Britain are claiming for PIP, but the UK Government anticipates this figure to rise to 4 million by the end of the decade. To ensure the benefit's sustainability for future generations, a series of new measures have been proposed. The proposed package of reforms aims to overhaul the welfare system and includes: Ending reassessments for disabled people who will never be able to work and people with lifelong conditions to ensure they can live with dignity and security. Scrapping the Work Capability Assessment to end the process that drives people into dependency, delivering on the UK Government's manifesto commitment to reform or replace it. Providing improved employment support backed by £1 billion, including new tailored support conversations for people on health and disability benefits to break down barriers and unlock work. Legislation to protect those on health and disability benefits from reassessment or losing their payments if they take a chance on work. In order to ensure that the welfare system remains accessible for those with the greatest needs now and in the future, the UK Government has made decisions to enhance its sustainability and protect those who need it most. These include: Reintroducing reassessments for people on incapacity benefits who have the capability to work to ensure they have the right support and are not written off. Targeting PIP for those with higher needs by changing the eligibility requirement to a minimum score of four on at least one of the daily living activities to receive the daily living element of the benefit, in addition to the existing eligibility criteria. Rebalancing payment levels in Universal Credit to improve the Standard Allowance. Consulting on delaying access to the health element of Universal Credit until someone is aged 22 and reinvesting savings into work support and training opportunities through the Youth Guarantee. Alongside the publication of the Green Paper, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has also launched an online consultation on the new proposals. The consultation is open to everyone and will run until 30 June 2025 - full details can be found on
Daily Record
18 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Record
New Motability Scheme payment warning to people on PIP, ADP or other disability benefits
The latest figures from the charity behind the life-changing Motability Scheme show there are now 815,000 customers across the UK, including around 80,000 living in Scotland. The Motability Scheme, or Accessible Vehicles and Equipment Scheme as it is now known for those in Scotland on Adult Disability Payment (ADP) or Child Disability Payment (CDP), offers an affordable way for disabled people to get around outside more easily. However, the charity is urging all new and existing users not to fall for callous crooks trying to con them out of money by contacting them by phone, email or text message, asking for bank details or payments for their leased vehicle, scooter, or electric powered wheelchair. The Motability Scheme said: 'We will never ask for your bank details for refunds or payments over the phone. If you're in doubt, hang up and contact us directly on 0300 456 4566.' It's important for all disability benefit claimants to remember that monthly payments to the Motability Scheme for your leased product are paid directly from your benefit issued by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) or Social Security Scotland to the Motability Scheme - you never need to pay it separately, or directly to the charity. To help all users stay safe, the charity has shared some key things to remember when anyone contacts you saying that they are from the Motability Scheme. Making a payment to the Scheme Motability explained: 'If you're expecting a payment from us we will not call you to confirm your bank or payment details over the phone. If someone calls you asking for this information, do not give it to them. 'If we send you a payment by mistake, we might contact you to let you know the cheque has been stopped and to destroy it.' Making a payment to your dealer Motability said: 'Your dealer might call you to ask for payment towards your Advance Payment or extras you added. 'If you're not sure about the call, hang up and call your dealer directly to check before you share any details.' How to spot a phone, email or text scam These are the three most common types of scam, which can catch even the savviest of people out. Motability is urging everyone to familiarise themselves with practices criminals can use to trust and access your personal and financial information. Email - phishing scam These are designed to steal your identity by 'phishing' for information. They usually look like they're from a real company and ask you to click on a link. Watch out for spelling mistakes, bad grammar and different fonts to spot these. Text message - smishing scam These scams usually ask you to give personal information such as a password or account number. Some will claim to have noticed unusual activity in your bank account and others can be fake delivery tracking links. These usually come from unknown numbers. Phone calls - vishing scam A scammer will call you pretending to be from a trusted company. They might say you've been a victim of fraud and ask for personal details such as your password or account number - you should never give this information to someone over the phone. Motability added: 'Knowing about scams and what they look like is a good first step to keep safe from them. These ten tips will help you feel more prepared in spotting and avoiding scams.' A full guide to spotting scams can be found on the Motability Scheme website here. Below is a quick guide on the Accessible Vehicles and Equipment Scheme and how to swap all or part of your mobility payment to lease a vehicle. How the new scheme works Social Security Scotland guidelines state: 'When you lease a vehicle through the scheme, it will be with our authorised provider, Motability Operations Ltd.' Social Security Scotland will help you pay the lease using all or part of either: the higher rate of the mobility component of Child Disability Payment the enhanced rate of the mobility component of Adult Disability Payment Applying to lease a vehicle for yourself You can apply to lease a vehicle yourself if you meet all of the following: You get the higher rate of the mobility component of Child Disability Payment or the enhanced rate of the mobility component of Adult Disability Payment You are 16 or over You are able to manage your own payments Applying to lease a vehicle on someone's behalf Social Security Scotland also advises that you may be able to apply to lease a vehicle on behalf of someone else. This might be an option if you're either: How to apply To apply to lease a vehicle using the scheme, go to the Motability website where you can: Choose a vehicle Find a dealership When visiting a dealership, you need to present your certificate of entitlement. Social Security Scotland states that you will find this included in your decision award letter. Find out more about Adult Disability Payment and leasing an accessible vehicle on the website here.
Express Tribune
a day ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
K-P to unveil FY25-26 budget on June 13
The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa government will table the FY 2025-26 budget on June 13. Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur greenlighted the summary sent by the finance ministry and approved the date for budget presentation. Instead of finance advisor Muzamil Aslam, Minister for Law Aftab Alam will unveil the budget as Aslam is not a member of the house. Alam had also presented the budget for the current financial year. Sources said the total outlay of the K-P budget for the next fiscal year is likely to be pegged at Rs2,000 billion. Around Rs450 to Rs500 billion are likely to be earmarked for development projects. It is pertinent to mention that the total volume of the current fiscal year was fixed at Rs1751 billion, with Rs420 billion set aside for ADP. The K-P government is preparing for a Rs180 billion surplus budget for the next fiscal. Interestingly, the K-P government had broken the parliamentary tradition last year and presented a surplus budget for FY 2024-25 in the provincial assembly, even before the announcement of the federal budget, a move unprecedented in the country's history. Finance Minister Aftab Alam unveiled the Rs1,754 billion budget for fiscal 2024-25 [July-June], boasting a surplus of Rs100 billion.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Fantasy Football: Most-interesting players to monitor during training camp and the preseason
The Yahoo Fantasy Football crew reveals the player or situation they're most interested in keeping an eye on during training camp and the preseason. Here is what they'll be watching ... Cowboys' murky backfield I'll be paying close attention to Dallas' backfield this summer with both Rico Dowdle and Ezekiel Elliott gone. Javonte Williams has the highest early 'expert consensus rank' as the RB37, but he failed miserably despite being given a terrific opportunity (he saw the fifth most RB targets) in Denver last season. Williams ranked last among 37 qualified running backs in yards after contact per attempt, but he enters atop Dallas' depth chart and says he finally 'feels like myself again' three years removed from multi-ligament surgery. Williams' ability to pass protect could once again lead to volume. Advertisement Jaydon Blue is the RB54 and a rookie with upside. He ran the fastest 40 time among this year's RB class, but Blue is also just 195 pounds with only 214 career rush attempts who's a fifth-round pick with a serious fumbling problem. It's possible Miles Sanders is washed, but he only recently turned 28 and is two seasons removed from totaling 1,423 yards and 11 touchdowns (admittedly in a friendly Philadelphia system). He should be free in fantasy drafts (RB77), making Sanders a worthwhile flier. Dallas' offensive line will have a new look, but the Cowboys can score a bunch of points with a healthy Dak Prescott (while playing indoors and with George Pickens added). Dowdle was a top 15 fantasy back over the final six games last season in this system, and that was with Prescott sidelined. The Cowboys want to run, so one of these backs can have a bunch of fantasy value should they emerge as the clear leader this summer. — Dalton Del Don Advertisement [Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Football league for the 2025 NFL season] Rome Odunze's fit with the Bears in Year 2 Any number of Chicago Bears would be appropriate answers to this question, including the team's second-year quarterback and first-year head coach. But for me, Rome Odunze is the guy I'm keeping both eyes on throughout camp and the preseason. Expectations of a breakout second season have been fully baked into his early ADP (WR30 at NFFC). Before the NFL Draft, it was easy to make the argument that all those Keenan Allen targets from 2024 had to go somewhere, resulting in almost unlimited volume for Odunze. Today, with Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III added to the mix, the workload picture isn't so clear. Advertisement Odunze was on the receiving end of several high-level, field-flipping completions from Caleb Williams last season, like this one right here: Still, the pair also had an alarming number of missed connections as rookies — and, hey, that's probably OK. They were each experiencing NFL speed and defensive pressure for the first time, while enduring scandalously poor coaching. In theory, everything about this year's setup is better than last year's setup. Odunze's place in the team's receiving hierarchy remains unsettled, however, and we're going to need to track it closely. — Andy Behrens Drake Maye building chemistry with his pass-catchers Like many, I'm excited about the Patriots. After a messy 4-13 season, they cleaned out the coaching staff and had a pundit-approved draft. The team is projected to win 8.5 games in the over/under market, a significant improvement. But given the intriguing personnel and the upgrade at coaching, I understand the root of the optimism. Advertisement Second-year QB Drake Maye is at the center of things, and I'll be tracking him closely. Returning OC Josh McDaniels was a smart rehire — maybe he's miscast as a head coach, but I love him as a play designer. Who is Maye clicking with? What does veteran receiver Stefon Diggs have left? Is rookie wideout Kyle Williams a possible breakthrough player in Year 1? What's remaining in the Hunter Henry tank? Whenever Maye throws a pass this summer, my eyes and ears will be engaged. The New England passing game could be fun this fall. — Scott Pianowski Matthew Golden carving out a role in Green Bay Matthew Golden is just WR50 in early consensus FantasyPros rankings. That is despite the fact that he's a Round 1 wideout who went to good NFL offense that needed some juice in the receiver room. There appears to be a hesitation among the fantasy community. It's likely born from two things. A handful of data-based analysts are skeptical of Golden because of his lackluster collegiate production profile. There's not much Golden can do about that at this point but he can show well throughout the offseason to solidify his spot as one of, if not the top receiver on the depth chart. Understanding his place in the team's receiver hierarchy would neutralize the second aspect causing hesitation in ranking him higher. There could be real value in a player of Golden's talent continuing to go off the board around WR50, especially since his vertical skill set profiles as a receiver who carries a high weekly ceiling projection. It will be well worth tracking camp reports and preseason action to get an idea of Golden's role and whether he will be an every-down player, or yet another rotating Packers receiver despite the draft capital spent to acquire his services. — Matt Harmon
