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A school and a cable: A peek into China’s people-centered reforms

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5 months ago

July 29, 2024

BEIJING, July 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from China.org.cn on China’s reform stories:

“I’m now in a beautiful school, and I’m so excited. I will work hard to get into a great university.” Nidong Lamao wrote in her diary.

Nidong Lamao is a girl from a pastoral region on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau at 4000 meters above sea level. Since childhood, her companions have been snowy mountains, grassland and herds. Due to limited transportation, the farthest place she had ever been to was the county area in the prefecture. Given the harsh climate and infrastructure, it was hard to build decent schools, and travelling to school was also tough for children. With dedicated help from Shanghai, the Golog Xining Ethnic Middle School began construction in 2017, aimed at solving the education challenge for children from farming and pastoral regions. On September 1, 2019, the school officially opened. Up to now, more than a thousand students from the plateau region have been admitted here, and Nidong Lamao is one of them, who enrolled in 2023. At school, extracurricular activities like music learning, robotics club, and museum tours are provided to enrich students’ lives besides the regular school curriculum.

To bridge the gap between urban and rural compulsory education, China initiated an array of education reform measures, including the government-sponsored teaching-major tertiary education plan, setting special teaching positions for rural compulsory education in central and western China, and helping to pair up urban and rural schools as part of a “buddy” scheme. Such measures can help compulsory education to develop in a more balanced way. Official statistics show that last year, China invested nearly 40 billion yuan to improve the weak links in and enhance the capabilities for compulsory education, and 1,736 premium schools were newly established.

When a school paves the way to children’s dreams, a cable lights up the road to development for villagers.

In 1982, a 220-volt cable was connected to Xiaogang Village, Fengyang in Anhui Province. The village, which had relied on kerosene lamps before, finally began to enjoy electricity. “With electricity, we saw more hope,” for those villagers, those days are full of sentiments. However, with more appliances came larger demand that outweighed the supply, causing power outages from time to time. To tackle the problem, the Chinese government quickly acted to upgrade the electricity grids in rural areas. In 1998, reforms in the electricity systems and pricing began; in 2002, the State Grid Corporation of China was founded, which accelerated the reforms of rural areas’ grids. Gradually, the power supply stabilized, prices fell, and the village stepped onto the fast lane of development. In recent years, intelligent agricultural facilities like the smart electric seedling-breeding center and the smart photovoltaic draining and irrigating system were put in place, which enhanced production efficiency and cut costs.

From a cable, a school, to expressways and sea-crossings, to the Beidou Navigation Satellite System and human spaceflight projects, from education, technology, talent cultivation, to economy, livelihoods, systems… one can see the efforts of China’s deepening reforms in all domains, caring for the needs of ordinary households, as well as the major causes significant to the country. The Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China made the decision to further deepening reform comprehensively to advance Chinese Modernization, and more measures in this regard can be expected.

China is always reforming, instead of considering it finished. Even though reforming means tougher tasks and bigger challenges, they will still appear where the people need them

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A school and a cable: A peek into China‘s people-centered reforms

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PEAK6 to Relocate Global Headquarters to Austin, Texas

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December 27, 2024

CHICAGO, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — PEAK6 Investments LLC (“PEAK6”) today announced that, effective January 1, 2025, it will move its global headquarters from its current location in Chicago, Illinois to the company’s existing office in Austin, Texas, which it established in 2021. PEAK6 affiliates PEAK6 Group LLC, PEAK6 Strategic Capital LLC, PEAK6 APX Holdings LLC and PEAK6 LLC will also relocate their global headquarters to Austin. PEAK6 will maintain its office in Chicago.

“Texas has been a cornerstone of PEAK6’s growth for over a decade,” said PEAK6 Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Matt Hulsizer, who continued, “With the majority of our talented workforce now based in Texas and Austin emerging as our largest office, moving our headquarters was an important decision to be closer to our team. We’re excited for the next chapter of PEAK6 that will be written from our new headquarters.”

Austin’s unique blend of creativity, technology and culture provides the ideal environment for PEAK6. The city’s highly educated workforce, business climate, and strong entrepreneurial spirit have enabled us to attract top talent and drive innovation.

About PEAK6

PEAK6 uses technology to find a better way of doing things. The company’s first tech-based solution was developed in 1997 to optimize options trading, and over the past two decades, the same formula has been used across a range of industries, asset classes, and business stages to consistently deliver superior results. Today, PEAK6 seeks transformational opportunities to provide capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs and forward-thinking businesses.

PEAK6’s core brands include PEAK6 Capital Management, PEAK6 Strategic Capital, Apex Fintech Solutions, We Insure, FOCUS, Zogo, Evil Geniuses and Poker Power.

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Zero Zero Robotics showcases bestselling HOVERAir X1 series at CES 2025

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2 minutes ago

December 27, 2024

Redefining motion capture with innovative flying action cameras and the award-winning HOVERAir Beacon

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, Zero Zero Robotics, a pioneering tech company in intelligent devices, announced their participation at CES 2025, where the company will showcase its HOVERAir X1 series of self-flying cameras at booth # 56045, Venetian, Level 2, Halls A-D. Designed to simplify aerial cinematography, the HOVERAir lineup includes the pocket-sized HOVERAir X1, the action-focused HOVERAir X1 PRO, and the Professional grade HOVERAir X1 PROMAX. Zero Zero will also celebrate its 2025 CES Innovation Awards Honoree title in Audio/Video Components & Accessories for the HOVERAir Beacon, an intelligent modular controller that redefines precision tracking and control.

The introductory model in the HOVERAir lineup, HOVERAir X1, weighs just 125g and delivers an effortless aerial photography experience with no controller or app required. With over five pre-programmed flight paths, including Hover, Follow, Zoom Out, Orbit, and Bird’s Eye, it’s perfect for capturing cinematic moments in everyday life. Its 2.7K video resolution, palm launch capabilities, and robust computer vision algorithms make it the ultimate everyday and travel companion.

Building on the success of the X1, Zero Zero introduced the HOVERAir X1 PRO and HOVERAir X1 PROMAX in August 2024 to meet the demands of action enthusiasts and professional creators. The X1 PRO offers 4K/60fps video with a 104° field of view for versatile shooting conditions. The X1 PROMAX delivers stunning 8K/30fps video with 4K/120fps slow-motion capabilities, a 1/1.3″ CMOS sensor, and 14 stops of dynamic range for cinematic footage. Both models feature advanced AI tracking, Level 5 wind resistance, and a lightweight, durable HEM™ frame.

“Our vision has always been to create flying cameras that are effortless, intelligent, and fun to use,” said MQ Wang, Founder & CEO of Zero Zero Robotics. “The HOVERAir series puts professional-grade aerial cinematography in the palm of your hand, whether you’re capturing casual moments or pushing creative boundaries.”

Adding to these innovations, the HOVERAir Beacon enhances control and precision for the series. The Beacon features a patented Tri-state modular design with two detachable joysticks, enabling one-handed and full-featured two-handed controls. It activates HoverLink™ for precise tracking with up to a 1 km transmission range, while the 1.78″ OLED display allows real-time footage monitoring. Equipped with AI-powered noise cancellation, the Beacon sets a new standard for audio and video recording during aerial shoots.

“We’re excited to bring the HOVERAir X1 series and Beacon to CES 2025, where we’re redefining how motion is captured, tracked, and controlled,” continued Wang. “These tools empower creators and adventurers to document their journeys with breathtaking precision and ease.”

Zero Zero Robotics invites attendees to stop by Booth #56045 to experience the HOVERAir X1 series in action and witness its unparalleled performance. Media wishing to interview Zero Zero Robotics personnel should contact Borjana Slipicevic.

About Zero Zero Robotics

Zero Zero Robotics was co-founded in 2014 by Stanford PhDs MQ Wang and Tony Zhang, specializing in embedded AI technology for intelligent devices. Known for its innovative machine vision and high-precision control systems, ZeroZero has team members who are dreamers, engineers, inventors, and builders hailing from top universities and research institutions around the world. Zero Zero Robotics holds more than 140 core patents and has pioneered technologies like fully enclosed portable propeller designs and bi-copter designs, cementing its place as a leader in intelligent device development.

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ResumeTemplates.com Survey Reveals 3 in 10 Gen Zers Believe CEOs Are Evil; Many Support Release of Mangione

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December 27, 2024

The majority of Gen Zers feel CEOs wield excessive power, with some expressing extreme views about corporate accountability

SEATTLE, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — ResumeTemplates.com, the leading platform for professional resume templates and career advice, has released findings from a recent survey revealing critical attitudes among Gen Z toward corporate leaders. Conducted in December 2024, the survey of 1,200 U.S.-based Gen Zers highlights the sentiment that CEOs hold excessive power and are overcompensated, with some respondents expressing extreme views about corporate accountability.

According to the survey, more than half of Gen Zers (55%) believe CEOs wield excessive power in society, particularly influencing elections, the economy, and policymaking. Additionally, 59% of respondents believe CEOs are overpaid, with most saying total annual compensation should not exceed $750,000. Only 7% of respondents support unlimited earning potential for CEOs. The survey also found that 39% of Gen Zers believe all levels of a workforce equally contribute to a company’s success, while only 20% think CEOs create the most value within an organization.

The survey also explored Gen Z’s perceptions of corporate leadership. More than half believe CEOs are responsible for driving corporate greed, and 30% of respondents view CEOs as “evil,” reflecting deep skepticism toward corporate leadership.

Additionally, the survey examined opinions on high-profile cases like Brian Thompson’s killing. Among respondents, 21% agreed that “CEOs deserve to lose their lives for their professional actions,” including 7% who strongly agreed. When asked specifically about Brian Thompson’s killing, 22% of respondents believe he definitely (10%) or probably (12%) deserved what happened to him. Regarding Luigi Mangione, Thompson’s accused killer, 21% supported his release, while 51% opposed it.

This survey, conducted December 18, 2024, via Pollfish, gathered responses from 1,200 U.S.-based 18 to 27 year olds. The full report can be viewed here: https://www.resumetemplates.com/3-in-10-gen-zers-say-ceos-are-evil-many-believe-mangione-should-go-free/

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