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Forbes
a day ago
- Science
- Forbes
Standards For Data Provenance And Digital Preservation
securing data provenance Long term digital preservation of data and other digital content faces several challenges. The first is degradation of the recorded information due to physical damage over time or to thermally driven erasure of the data. The second hurdle is obsolescence of the technology (hardware and software) needed to read back the recorded information. The third hurdle is the widespread destruction or alteration of information (intentional or not), which has occurred several times in human history, and which is likely to occur again. The first and second challenges are generally met by making multiple copies of data, ideally in multiple places, or migrating the data to new media when the old media is close to becoming obsolete or close to losing data. The last obstacle requires new methodologies around determining data provenance and whether that data has been altered. Organizations such as the IEEE and the Society of Motion Pictures and Television Engineers, or SMPTE are starting efforts to develop methodologies and standards on digital data provenance. SMPTE just announced that it is creating a Content Provenance and Authenticity, CPA, in Media Study Group. This effort will assess how current content provenance and authenticity technologies affect media production and distribution. An important element of this will be about the carriage of content provenance information in MXF files, due to an urgent industry need. MXF stands for Material Exchange Format. It is a container format primarily used in professional broadcasting and video production for exchanging audio-video materials. MXF files can contain video, audio and metadata and they support various compression schemes and data types. MXF is an open standard designed to simplify file-based media workflows and interoperability between different systems. The scope of the project will be to identify content provenance and authenticity technologies, areas of work and activities in other professional media organizations, and make recommendations where SMPTE can update existing or create new standards to support the flow of content provenance and authenticity information. The group will also gather use cases and requirements, and summarize those findings and recommendations in one or more study group reports. The group includes representatives of the SMPTE Standards Community from Ross Video, SONY, Adobe, The European Broadcasting Union, and Metaglue. The IEEE standards association is also engaged in initial efforts in creating a study group around the creation of potential standards on Global Data Veracity as well. I am hoping that all the groups working on methods for data provenance can work together to make compatible standards and best practices. There are both immediate and long-term needs for modern methods for digital data provenance. History has shown that knowledge has been and can be intentionally suppressed or otherwise made hard to find and that many older books and other types of historical documents simply have been lost over time. In addition, today digital data can be subject to tampering and modification for criminal, religious or political reasons. We need approaches to preserve digital data in its original form over long periods of time and to make that data available to future generations as well as to preserve the integrity of current media workflows. SMPTE announced that it has created a Content Provenance and Authenticity in Media Study Group. The provenance of digital content needs standards and best practices to preserve workflow integrity and enable long term digital data preservation.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Copa Holdings (CPA) Falls More Steeply Than Broader Market: What Investors Need to Know
In the latest trading session, Copa Holdings (CPA) closed at $108.13, marking a -1.06% move from the previous day. This move lagged the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.01%. Meanwhile, the Dow experienced a drop of 0.32%, and the technology-dominated Nasdaq saw an increase of 0.05%. Shares of the holding company for Panama's national airline witnessed a gain of 5.35% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Transportation sector with its gain of 5.14%, and underperforming the S&P 500's gain of 5.37%. The upcoming earnings release of Copa Holdings will be of great interest to investors. The company's earnings report is expected on August 6, 2025. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $3.22, signifying a 11.81% increase compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $833.21 million, up 1.69% from the year-ago period. Looking at the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates suggest analysts are expecting earnings of $16.59 per share and revenue of $3.59 billion. These totals would mark changes of +13.94% and +4.34%, respectively, from last year. It's also important for investors to be aware of any recent modifications to analyst estimates for Copa Holdings. These revisions typically reflect the latest short-term business trends, which can change frequently. With this in mind, we can consider positive estimate revisions a sign of optimism about the business outlook. Our research demonstrates that these adjustments in estimates directly associate with imminent stock price performance. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system. The Zacks Rank system, ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), possesses a remarkable history of outdoing, externally audited, with #1 stocks returning an average annual gain of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, there's been no change in the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. Currently, Copa Holdings is carrying a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold). Looking at its valuation, Copa Holdings is holding a Forward P/E ratio of 6.59. This indicates a discount in contrast to its industry's Forward P/E of 10.12. One should further note that CPA currently holds a PEG ratio of 0.77. Comparable to the widely accepted P/E ratio, the PEG ratio also accounts for the company's projected earnings growth. Transportation - Airline stocks are, on average, holding a PEG ratio of 0.88 based on yesterday's closing prices. The Transportation - Airline industry is part of the Transportation sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 92, positioning it in the top 38% of all 250+ industries. The Zacks Industry Rank gauges the strength of our individual industry groups by measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1. Remember to apply to follow these and more stock-moving metrics during the upcoming trading sessions. 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 Copa Holdings, S.A. (CPA) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Contract packaging groups merge to meet private label demand
The Contract Packaging Association (CPA) and the Foundation for Supply Chain Solutions (F4SS) have formally merged in a strategic combination announced in July 2025. This time‑sensitive contract packaging merger responds to rapid growth in private label products, evolving regulatory rules, and new consumer trends reshaping the food and consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. Supporting CPG firms with combined expertise The CPA, established over 30 years ago, has been a key organisation for co‑manufacturers and co‑packagers working with major brands. F4SS, founded in 2007, focuses on food, beverage and personal‑care supply‑chain optimisation and provides benchmarking tools and audit programmes to support quality, efficiency and regulation compliance. Under the merger, F4SS members will gain full CPA membership and access to a broader network and resources by September 2025. Responding to private label growth and regulation Industry data shows contract packaging globally was valued at US $84.8 billion in 2024, expected to hit US $140 billion by 2030. Private‑label goods now make up around 25 per cent of CPG sales, driving demand for flexible co‑packing services and tighter compliance with food safety, sustainability and labelling laws. This merger forms a 'contract packaging alliance' designed to help manufacturers meet the needs of large brands, emerging labels and private‑label programmes through shared best practices and regulatory support. Enhancing supply‑chain tools and standards F4SS brings specialised tools for benchmarking operational performance, quality assurance and supplier audits, such as its 'Audit One' standard used by major brands. CPA adds its extensive industry network and regulatory guidance, spanning sustainability, food‑safety and innovation. Together, the combined association aims to offer deeper market intelligence, improved vendor‑brand connections and streamlined regulatory navigation under one umbrella. This merger arrives as the CPG industry deals with private label expansion, rising consumer expectations, and complex regulatory landscapes. The unified body is expected to empower contract packagers, manufacturers and brand owners with access to enhanced benchmarking, broader connections, and unified guidance on supply‑chain best practices. "Contract packaging groups merge to meet private label demand" was originally created and published by Packaging Gateway, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Asiamoneypost Launches: The Premier Guide for Financial Management Knowledge and Account Opening Offers for Hong Kong & Asian Investors
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Expert Team & Rigorous Review: The Cornerstone of Professional & Authoritative Content The core team at Asiamoneypost comprises seasoned professionals with over 6 years of practical experience in the Hong Kong and international financial markets, including Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA), Certified Public Accountants (CPA), and Certified Financial Planners (CFP). They not only possess extensive real-world financial management experience but also a profound understanding of global and Hong Kong market dynamics. They recognize the critical importance of accuracy in financial management information; thus, all content on the website undergoes strict review by multiple experts and multi-layered data verification, ensuring absolute accuracy, objectivity, and timeliness. This unwavering commitment to professionalism and credibility is the foundation upon which Asiamoneypost builds its reputation for expertise and authority, earning the trust of a wide user base. In-Depth Account Opening Offer Guides: Beyond Expectation User Experience Asiamoneypost addresses the pain points investors in Hong Kong and Asia may encounter during the brokerage account opening process, offering the most comprehensive and in-depth analysis of account opening offers and tutorials. They specifically focus on providing professional guides for top-tier brokers such as Interactive Brokers (IB) and Futu Securities, offering step-by-step illustrated account opening tutorials. These guides detail the opening procedures, required documents, and important considerations, ensuring users can complete their applications smoothly. Furthermore, Asiamoneypost continuously updates the latest brokerage account opening offers, and provides comparisons with mainstream brokers like Futu, Firstrade, and Webull, helping investors choose the most suitable broker to maximize their welcome rewards. 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The Citizen
4 days ago
- Business
- The Citizen
Did the Viljoens leave Tammy Taylor Nails franchisees in the lurch?
While the Viljoens are living it up in Miami, Tammy Taylor franchisees in South Africa are wondering what will happen to them. Now that Peet and Melany Viljoen left the country, their Tammy Taylor franchisees have been left in the lurch. The principal franchisor, the Viljoens' Tammy Taylor Global Franchising, has left the country, but the salons still carry the Tammy Taylor brand name and logo despite South African and US courts forbidding the Viljoens from continuing to use it. Where does that leave the franchisees? Trudie Broekmann, a consumer lawyer from Cape Town and expert on the Consumer Protection Act (CPA), says a franchise operation can generally not operate without an engaged national franchisor which properly holds the legal rights to act as franchisor. ALSO READ: Did the Viljoens of Tammy Taylor-fame skip the country? The CPA's provisions regarding franchises were used in the application for an order against the Viljoens and Tammy Taylor Global Franchising recently, when Lebohang Hlathuka asked to be refunded the R600 000 she paid for a franchise. The court also ruled that the Viljoens be barred from using the Tammy Taylor brand name any longer. Tammy Taylor franchisees left to fend for themselves Broekmann says, from Hlathuka's recent judgment against the Viljoens, it is clear that at least those 'franchisees' who recently acquired their franchises from the Viljoens' entities do not have a valid franchise. 'These franchises would have to be reacquired or otherwise regularised by either a South African franchisor with a valid right for the relevant territory or with Tammy Taylor in the US. ALSO READ: US court rules Viljoens must pay real Tammy Taylor R71 million 'If earlier franchisees acquired their franchises validly from the Viljoens while they were authorised by Tammy Taylor to sell franchises, those franchisees have also been left in the lurch by the Viljoens' sudden departure. 'The older franchisees will have to negotiate new channels for their supplies and support. Even successful legal prosecution generally cannot rectify the devastation left behind by fraudsters. I can only commiserate with the non-complicit staff, franchisees and even customers of the franchisees who have been left to fend for themselves.' Judgment in US court against Viljoens A US court also issued an order at the end of June after the real Tammy Taylor sued the Viljoens for trademark infringement and breach of contract. The US judge ordered that the Viljoens' US Trademark Registration be cancelled and that Taylor's request for the maximum in statutory damages of $4 million against the Viljoens for counterfeiting the US-registered trademarks and breach of contract is granted. In addition, the judge ordered the Viljoens to scrub all references between them and the Tammy Taylor brand, including their website, from the internet. ALSO READ: Viljoens say Tammy Taylor will not get her R71 million [VIDEO] How do these judgments affect the Tammy Taylor franchisees in South Africa? Broekmann says the truth is that the franchisees are in a bind and there is probably not much they can do. 'Considering the rulings by the South Gauteng High Court and the California District Court in the US, it is clear that the Viljoens and their entities did not have the right to sell Tammy Taylor franchises since April 2022. 'Therefore, any 'franchisee' or potential 'franchisee' who contracted with them is entitled to claim their money back, along with damages. If these 'franchisees' attempt to conduct business as a Tammy Taylor salon they will be legally unauthorised and open themselves to being sued by Tammy Taylor Nails Inc in the US for breach of its intellectual property rights. 'I would suggest they instruct legal representatives to act very quickly to ensure that the Viljoens' assets are not dissipated or removed from the country to evade payment.' What can the Tammy Taylor franchisees do now? Broekmann says even the legitimate franchisees, who transacted with the Viljoens between April 2017 and April 2022 while they were authorised to sell franchisees, were left in the lurch by the Viljoens' hurried departure from South Africa. 'I assume their companies will not operate for much longer. I suggest the franchisees contact Tammy Taylor Nails Inc in the US to negotiate arrangements for support and supply of the correct Tammy Taylor products. Of course, there is no guarantee that the US company will be willing to support the South African franchisees and if so, at what cost.' ALSO READ: Judge orders Viljoens to immediately stop using Tammy Taylor trademark She says she has been inundated with requests for help from South African consumers who are victims of con artists and fraudsters. 'This judgment is a move in the right direction and demonstrates that our courts will come to the assistance of those who fall victim to business people who behave in contravention of the law, in particular the CPA, which regulates franchising.' Be careful if you want a franchise, lawyer warns Broekmann recommends that consumers who want to invest in a franchise involve an attorney to assist them throughout the process, as there are many potential pitfalls. 'The CPA requires a franchise agreement to be in writing and signed by the franchisor as well as the franchisee, but Hlathuka was forced to pay R600 000 before the contract was in place for a 'franchise opportunity that never existed'.' NOW READ: Hawks investigating Peet and Melany Viljoen for fraud with Tammy Taylor franchises
