CBP launches five-year pilot allowing non-asset-based 3PLs Into CTPAT for the first time Summary United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has launched a five-year pilot to allow non-asset-based third-party logistics providers (3PLs) — including freight brokers and warehouse-based 3PLs — to join the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) for the first time. The move […]
Why Your Talent Strategy Will Determine If You Survive The Next Five Years Summary Fred Voccola argues that talent strategy — not product or budget size — will decide which companies win in the AI-first era. Drawing on decades of leadership experience at Kaseya and Simpro Group, Voccola lays out six practical principles: design talent […]
Man accused of planting pipe bombs before Jan. 6 Capitol attack is charged with explosives offense Summary A man identified by authorities as Brian Cole Jr. was arrested in the FBI’s nearly five-year investigation into pipe bombs placed outside the Republican and Democratic national committee headquarters on the evening of Jan. 5, 2021. He has […]
Nigel Farage Aide Under Fire for Alleged Association with Gambling Syndicate Summary High‑court documents allege that George Cottrell, a prominent member of Reform UK and close associate of Nigel Farage, acted as a frontman for the Starlizard betting syndicate. The syndicate is said to have placed bets on behalf of high‑value gamblers using secret accounts […]
New York Bill to Ban Sweepstakes Advances to Governor’s Desk Summary State Senator Joseph Addabbo’s SB 5935 — which would outlaw the dual-currency sweepstakes model used by many sweepstakes-style casino platforms — has passed the legislature and is now on New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s desk. The governor has until 31 December to sign, veto […]
Google Closes the Door on Horse Racing Aggregator Ads in the US Summary Google has updated its advertising policy in the United States to prohibit third‑party horse racing affiliates and comparison/aggregator sites from buying paid ads. Effective 1 December 2025, existing certifications for these aggregators are revoked and no new applications will be accepted. Licensed […]
Emerging trends in logistics technology adoption Summary Businesses are increasingly investing in specialised logistics point solutions to cut costs and lift service levels as consumer expectations and global trade dynamics intensify. Adoption rates and ambitions for autonomy differ widely by country and industry: developed markets push into generative AI, agentic systems and automation, while many […]
Logistics & Transportation Management “2025 Must Reads” Summary The Logistics Management editorial team has curated the standout features of 2025—articles that explain the year’s major shifts across transportation trends, logistics technology and global trade. The roundup highlights how AI, data and automation are reshaping motor freight and warehousing; how e-commerce and parcel pressures continue to […]
The Logistics and Supply Chain News that Shaped 2025 Summary LM Group News Editor Jeff Berman curated the top 10 logistics and supply chain stories of 2025, selecting items that illustrate the year’s most consequential trends rather than simply ranking by traffic. The list highlights major policy moves, industry agreements, shifting commercial partnerships, regulatory changes […]
Hector Fernandez named CEO of IGT Summary IGT has appointed Hector Fernandez as its new chief executive officer. Fernandez, formerly CEO of Aristocrat Gaming, will lead the combined IGT–Everi enterprise and oversee the gaming business unit once regulatory approvals are secured. Apollo partner and IGT board chair Daniel Cohen praised Fernandez and the leadership team […]
