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Iconic and sometimes notorious business wars between key thought leaders and competitors in multiple categories, genres, and topics. From Nintendo and Sega to Penthouse and Playboy.

How a Virtual Sales Assistant Can Boost Your Sales Pipeline
Is your sales pipeline stalling? Do you find leads slipping away despite your team’s best efforts? You're not alone. Many businesses struggle with juggling follow-ups, CRM updates, and prospecting—all while trying to close deals.
By Workstaff 3609 months ago in Journal
Not to Spoil the Ending, But You Can Stop Worrying and Trust the Process
Let’s start with a truth-bomb: Worry is the tax you pay on a future that hasn’t even failed you yet. But most people? They pay that tax daily - and with interest.
By Randolphe Tanoguem9 months ago in Journal
Top Benefits of Hiring a Remote Sales Assistant for Growing Startups
Startups operate in high-pressure environments—limited budgets, lean teams, and the constant need to grow fast. Amid product development and marketing efforts, sales often get neglected. That’s where a remote sales assistant becomes essential. Whether it’s a virtual sales rep, digital sales assistant, or part of your sales outsourcing strategy, hiring remote talent can take your sales operations to the next level.
By Workstaff 3609 months ago in Journal
Netflix: From DVD Rentals to Global Streaming Giant
In the late 1990s, if you wanted to watch a movie at home, your best option was driving to a Blockbuster store, picking a DVD, and hoping it was in stock. If you returned it late, you’d get slapped with a hefty late fee. It was an inconvenient, outdated system — and one man’s annoyance with it sparked a revolution.
By SHADOW-WRITES9 months ago in Journal
Fear of horrific war is the world's military spending rise!. Content Warning.
In the world, the world's military expenditure is overwhelming in fear of a horrific war. In the midst of the ongoing global economic crisis and downturn, the Ukraine-Russia war and the heated situation in the Middle East are increasing the expenditure of most countries in the world unprecedentedly. The adverse effects of this trend have begun to become clear from the last 2022. Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East, especially in the Middle East, have increased the military budget from 5% to 5% in recent years. Moreover, the approximately 3-5% of the global arms trade is going straight to the Arab countries in the Middle East.
By Aronno Das9 months ago in Journal
Trump Tariffs: Which goods do China, and the United States purchase from one another?. AI-Generated.
The United States bought $439bn worth of goods from China in 2024 – more than three times the $143.5bn it sold in return. President Donald Trump of the United States is determined to close the $295 billion trade deficit. Trump has increased tariffs in China by 145% to close the gap. As a result, Chinese goods sold to the United States are now taxed at 2.45 times their original price, making them significantly more expensive and less competitive in the market there.
By Azharul Islam9 months ago in Journal
After Iran-US talks, Oman's sultan will meet Putin in Moscow.. AI-Generated.
Oman's Sultan to Meet Putin in Moscow Following Iran-US Talks: A New Phase in Gulf Diplomacy In a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape, Oman has once again emerged as a diplomatic bridge and a quiet yet effective mediator in the Middle East. Oman's Sultan, Haitham bin Tariq, is scheduled to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow following secret talks between Iran and the United States. As global observers try to understand the wider implications of Muscat’s growing diplomatic influence, this visit is stirring both doubt and hope.
By Parvej Hossain 9 months ago in Journal
China vs. U.S
Trade War and China Strategy The geopolitical competition between China and the United States is a watershed event in contemporary world politics. According to Kishore Mahabubani's analysis, the United States is showing very clear strategic weaknesses in its competition against China, and China is meeting that challenge very systematically, subtly, and pragmatically.
By Rohitha Lanka9 months ago in Journal
The USA, China Cold War ⏳
A Modern Geopolitical Battle: The Cold War Between the United States and China The global political landscape has undergone significant change in the 21st century. A new rivalry has emerged between the United States and China since the beginning of the 1990s, when the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union came to an end. This modern Cold War is characterized by competition in technology, economy, military presence, diplomacy, and ideology despite not being a traditional war fought with tanks and troops. The Cold War between the United States of America and China is redefining global power dynamics, and its outcomes could shape the future for decades. Background in History This rivalry began in the middle of the 20th century. The United States of America became the world's leading power following World War II, promoting democracy and capitalism. In the meantime, China's Communist Party began to develop into a regional power. China devoted a significant amount of time to internal development. However, China has grown rapidly since the economic reforms of the late 1970s and now poses a threat to the United States on multiple fronts. Competition in the economy Economic dominance is one of the most important aspects of the current Cold War. China is rapidly surpassing the United States as the world's largest economy. China has emerged as a crucial player in international trade thanks to its enormous manufacturing capacity, expanding middle class, and rising global investments. For instance, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is an infrastructure project led by China that spans Asia, Africa, and Europe and aims to expand China's economic influence. The United States of America is concerned about such actions. Trade wars, sanctions, and tariffs are now common tools in this conflict. China responded to the United States' tariffs on Chinese goods in 2018 with its own measures. The global markets were affected by this trade war, which brought to light the severe economic tensions that existed between the two countries. The Technological War The race for technological supremacy was another important aspect of the Cold War between China and the United States. Technology has emerged as a battlefield in recent times, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI), 5G networks, semiconductors, and cybersecurity. Huawei and other similar businesses have been at the center of controversy. Huawei was barred from participating in the American 5G infrastructure after the U.S. government accused it of espionage and urged its allies to do the same. In the meantime, China continues to make significant investments in R&D with the intention of becoming technology independent and less dependent on the West. This technology war is also reflected in the conflict over TikTok and other Chinese apps. There have been debates about whether these platforms should be banned or regulated due to concerns about national security and data privacy. Tensions in the military Even though there is no current military conflict, tensions in the South China Sea, Taiwan Strait, and other areas have raised the possibility of conflict. China has militarized and constructed artificial islands to increase its military presence in the South China Sea. Freedom-of-navigation operations and the deployment of warships to challenge China's claims are the American response. Taiwan is yet another contentious subject. While the United States continues to provide Taiwan with weapons and diplomatic visits, China views Taiwan as a part of its territory and aspires to its reunification. In this area, any mistake could turn into a dangerous conflict. Conflicts between ideologies and diplomats Another pillar of the Cold War is the ideological divide that exists between the two countries. China supports authoritarian governance, state control over the media, and a unique combination of socialism and capitalism, whereas the United States of America advocates liberal democracy, free speech, and a market economy. Both nations are competing for global influence on the diplomatic front. Through trade and investment, China is establishing solid ties in Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. On the other hand, the United States of America builds stronger alliances through partnerships with democratic nations, the Quad (with India, Japan, and Australia), and NATO. The divide was further widened by the COVID-19 pandemic. Accusations regarding the pandemic's management, the virus's origin, and vaccine diplomacy added fuel to the fire. Both sides used propaganda and false information to build public distrust and deteriorate diplomatic relations. Influence on Culture and Soft Power Film, education, sports, and international institutions all play a role in the Cold War's use of soft power. While Chinese cultural and media exports are gaining popularity, American culture continues to dominate global entertainment. While Hollywood is under pressure to comply with Chinese censorship regulations in order to gain access to the enormous market there, Confucius Institutes all over the world promote Chinese language and culture. China sends hundreds of thousands of students to Western universities, particularly those in the United States, in education. Even though this has built bridges between cultures, it also raises concerns about theft of intellectual property and political influence. The Conflict's Future The Cold War between the United States and China is likely to continue influencing the world today. This conflict is more interdependent than the USSR–Soviet Cold War. Because of their close economic ties, direct conflict can be costly for both countries. However, the competition is fierce and has an impact on every region of the world. When it comes to trade, technology, and defense, neutral nations frequently find themselves caught in the middle. Both superpowers exert pressure on global organizations like the World Health Organization and the United Nations, affecting their neutrality and effectiveness. In the end, the way forward depends on whether the United States of America and China are able to responsibly manage their rivalry while simultaneously collaborating on global issues like climate change, pandemics, and peacekeeping. A well-balanced strategy of competition and cooperation may pave the way for a more stable world and prevent a full-scale conflict.
By AM Noman 9 months ago in Journal
What happened in Bangladesh that led to India cancelling transshipment facilities?
India's sudden cancellation of transshipment facilities for Bangladesh has raised several questions. Various analyses have been started on the reasons behind this decision.
By Antorasin9 months ago in Journal
The Rise, Fall, and Reinvention of Kodak: A Business Lesson Every Entrepreneur Should Know
In the world of business, history is full of companies that once ruled their industries, only to fall from grace because they failed to adapt. One of the most famous examples is Kodak — a brand that was once so dominant in photography that its name was practically synonymous with taking pictures.
By SHADOW-WRITES9 months ago in Journal
Is Google Silently Killing Your Website? The New SEO Rule No One Saw Coming
Let me start with a confession: I never saw it coming. Like most site owners, I thought SEO penalties were reserved for people gaming the system with spammy backlinks or AI-written junk. I never imagined that publishing well-written third-party content could become a liability. But in 2025, Google changed the game—and many of us didn’t get the memo.
By The 1%9 months ago in Journal