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Credit cards with new EMV security chip technology (for “Euromoney, Mastercard, Visa”) were designed to reduce fraud by using a cryptographic key to verify the card’s legitimacy and to generate a one-time code for each transaction. Regrettably, users’experiences with EMV cards have not matched expectations. Many users report that the card is a hassle because transaction processing is too slow. ...

The game of bingo which is enjoyed world over today owes a very big jackpot to the brains behind the numbers, Carl Leffler. The man who brought bingo to America was the humble toy maker, Edwin S. Lowe. Travelling through a carnival in Atlanta, he chanced upon a group of people playing an early version of Beano which was hosted ...

With so many people traveling during the holiday season, getting from one place to another can be trying, stressful, and more trouble than seems worth it. These helpful tips on how to avoid long lines at airports, avoid terrible drivers, how to pack, and how to save money can ease your pain a little bit. After all, the holidays are ...

There are many different job opportunities in the field of welding and each one incorporates technology and manufacturing. There are also many levels of welding certification, with varying focuses and concentrations. It’s an ancient skill and one of the few remaining hands-on careers for men and women who appreciate the art of welding. The Old – and New – Technology ...

Content marketing is critical to the online success of small businesses due to three reasons: it doesn’t require a big budget to get started, it delivers tangible results in the long run, and it establishes the authority of small businesses in their respective industry. The third being the most important reason because no other means of online marketing can establish ...

Donald Trump’s recent election as president has launched a great deal of speculation about how the businessman’s policies will affect a multitude of industries. For the tech sector, a Trump presidency could have a multitude of benefits and/or consequences. It just depends on who you ask. Telecom Benefits The tech sector has a multitude of different industries, and not all ...

Everyone can agree that YouTube is a revolutionary invention that has forever changed the face of the internet as we know it. Not only does it offer anyone free services and the option to freely express themselves online, it also opens up amazing subjects of conversation by allowing people to come into contact with each other and also raises awareness ...

Is it true that some colours have a better effect on you than the rest? Is there a psychology behind the colours of your walls? Yes, the color science and psychology does have a role to play when it comes to deciding home décor.  Colours you use to decorate your house may have a profound effect on the emotional well-being ...

When it comes to the battles waged between enterprising cybercriminals and the security firms dedicated to stopping them, wily cat and mouse games tend to come to mind. High stakes chess matches. Virtual bobbing and weaving and non-stop strategy. And certainly, that’s often the case. But sometimes it’s not like that at all. Once in a great while a group ...

The holiday season is slowly encroaching upon us, which means it’s time for storefronts to begin busily preparing for the onslaught of hopeful gift givers looking to find that perfect present for their pals and partners. While the wide range of prospective gifts is sure to give you an array of options for even the most picky of receivers, the ...