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Thanksgiving Weekend Expected to Draw Largest Number of Shoppers on Record
WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 (TNSrep) -- The National Retail Federation posted the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025:
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Thanksgiving Weekend Expected to Draw Largest Number of Shoppers on Record
A record 186.9 million people are planning to shop from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday this year, according to the consumer survey (https://nrf.com/research-insights/holiday-data-and-trends/winter-holidays) released today by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. The figure is up more than 3 million total shoppers from the previous record of 183.4 million last year.
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 (TNSrep) -- The National Retail Federation posted the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025:
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Thanksgiving Weekend Expected to Draw Largest Number of Shoppers on Record
A record 186.9 million people are planning to shop from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday this year, according to the consumer survey (https://nrf.com/research-insights/holiday-data-and-trends/winter-holidays) released today by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. The figure is up more than 3 million total shoppers from the previous record of 183.4 million last year.
"Theholidays are an important part of many consumers' budgets, and that trend is especially true this season," NRF Vice President of Industry and Consumer Insights Katherine Cullen said. "As a record number of shoppers are expected this Thanksgiving weekend, retailers are prepared to meet the needs of consumers with great value and convenience."
While promotions will span the entire five-day holiday weekend, Black Friday remains the most popular day to shop, with 70% of shoppers (130.4 million). The second most popular day remains Cyber Monday, with 40% (73.9 million) of consumers expected to shop the Monday following Thanksgiving. Of the 36% (67 million) of potential Saturday shoppers, 80% say they are considering shopping in order to support local businesses and Small Business Saturday.
"Many Americans consider shopping to be an important part of their Thanksgiving holiday and one of the best ways to get deals on gifts," Prosper Insights & Analytics Executive Vice President of Strategy Phil Rist said. "Of those planning to take advantage of sales, over half say it's because the deals are too good to pass up. Others point to the tradition or simply say they like to start their holiday shopping during the long weekend."
As of early November, 58% of consumers said they have already started their holiday shopping, in line with the last five years. On average, holiday shoppers have completed around one-quarter (26%) of their planned purchases.
The top items consumers plan to gift are clothing and accessories (50%), gift cards (43%) and toys (32%). The leading sources of inspiration continue to be online search (41%), friends and family (35%), within a retail store (28%) and wish lists (23%).
Total gift card spending is expected to reach $29.1 billion, up from $28.6 billion in 2024. Consumers plan to purchase between three to four gift cards and expect to spend an average of $171.32 per person. Restaurants remain the most popular gift card type (27%), followed by bank-issued cards (25%), department stores (25%) and coffee shops (20%).
For the fifth consecutive year, debit cards (44%) remain the most popular payment method for purchasing holiday gifts, followed by credit cards at 37% and cash at 16%. Fifty-nine percent of consumers plan to use digital wallets and apps, in line with recent years.
About two-thirds (67%) plan to embrace the spirit of giving and engage in at least one charitable activity, with the top ways to give including donating financially to a charity or cause (32%), donating items to a charity or cause (31%) or purchasing from retailers or brands that donate to social causes (20%).
The survey asked 8,000 adult consumers about their holiday shopping plans. It was conducted Oct. 31-Nov. 6 and has a margin of error of plus or minus 1.1 percentage points.
Earlier this month, NRF forecast that holiday spending is expected to surpass $1 trillion for the first time during November and December, with sales predicted to grow between 3.7% and 4.2% over 2024. The amount translates to total spending between $1.01 trillion and $1.02 trillion.
As the leading authority and voice for the retail industry, NRF provides data on consumer behavior and spending for key periods such as holidays throughout the year.
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About NRF
The National Retail Federation passionately advocates for the people, brands, policies and ideas that help retail succeed. From its headquarters in Washington, D.C., NRF empowers the industry that powers the economy. Retail is the nation's largest private-sector employer, contributing $5.3 trillion to annual GDP and supporting more than one in four U.S. jobs -- 55 million working Americans. For over a century, NRF has been a voice for every retailer and every retail job, educating, inspiring and communicating the powerful impact retail has on local communities and global economies. nrf.com
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About Prosper Insights & Analytics
Prosper Insights & Analytics is a global leader in consumer intent data serving the financial services, marketing technology, and retail industries. We provide global authoritative market information on U.S. and China consumers via curated insights and analytics. By integrating a variety of data including economic, behavioral and attitudinal data, Prosper helps companies accurately predict consumers' future behavior to help identify market behaviors, optimize marketing efforts, and improve the effectiveness of demand generation campaigns. https://prosperinsights.com/
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Original text here: https://nrf.com/media-center/press-releases/thanksgiving-weekend-expected-to-draw-largest-number-of-shoppers-on-record
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NAR Existing-Home Sales Report Shows 1.2% Increase in October
WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The National Association of Realtors posted the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025:
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NAR Existing-Home Sales Report Shows 1.2% Increase in October
Month Over Month
* 1.2% increase in existing-home sales - seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.10 million in October
* 0.7% decrease in unsold inventory - 1.52 million units equal to 4.4 months' supply
Year Over Year
* 1.7% increase in existing-home sales
* 2.1% increase in median existing-home sales price to $415,200
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Existing-home sales increased by 1.2% in October, according to the National Association of
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The National Association of Realtors posted the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025:
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NAR Existing-Home Sales Report Shows 1.2% Increase in October
Month Over Month
* 1.2% increase in existing-home sales - seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.10 million in October
* 0.7% decrease in unsold inventory - 1.52 million units equal to 4.4 months' supply
Year Over Year
* 1.7% increase in existing-home sales
* 2.1% increase in median existing-home sales price to $415,200
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Existing-home sales increased by 1.2% in October, according to the National Association ofREALTORS(R) Existing-Home Sales Report. The Report provides the real estate ecosystem, including agents and homebuyers and sellers, with data on the level of home sales, price, and inventory.
Month-over-month sales increased in the Midwest and South, showed no change in the Northeast, and fell in the West. Year-over-year sales rose in the Northeast, Midwest and South, and decreased in the West.
"Home sales increased in October even with the government shutdown due to homebuyers taking advantage of lower mortgage rates," said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. "First-time homebuyers are facing headwinds in the Northeast due to a lack of supply and in the West because of high home prices. First-time buyers fared better in the Midwest because of the plentiful supply of affordable houses and in the South because there is sufficient inventory."
"Rents are decelerating which will reduce inflation and encourage the Federal Reserve to continue cutting rates and pulling back their quantitative tightening," Yun added. "This will help bring more homebuyers into the market since the Fed rate has an indirect impact on mortgage rates."
National Snapshot
Total Existing-Home Sales for October
* 1.2% increase in existing-home sales1 month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.10 million.
* 1.7% increase in sales year-over-year.
Inventory in October
* 1.52 million units: Total housing inventory2, down 0.7% from September and up 10.9% from October 2024 (1.37 million).
* 4.4-month supply of unsold inventory, down from 4.5 months in September and up from 4.1 months in October 2024.
Median Sales Price in October
* $415,200: Median existing-home price3 for all housing types, up 2.1% from one year ago ($406,800) - the 28th consecutive month of year-over-year price increases.
Single-Family and Condo/Co-op Sales
Single-Family Homes in October
* 0.8% increase in sales to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.71 million, up 1.9% from October 2024.
* $420,600: Median home price in October, up 2.2% from last year.
Condominiums and Co-ops in October
* 5.4% increase in sales to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 390,000, unchanged from October 2024.
* $363,700: Median price, up 0.9% from October 2024.
Regional Snapshot for Existing-Home Sales in October
Northeast
* No change month over month; sales remain at an annual rate of 490,000, up 4.3% year over year.
* $503,700: Median price, up 6.5% from October 2024.
Midwest
* 5.3% increase in sales month over month to an annual rate of 990,000, up 2.1% year over year.
* $319,500: Median price, up 4.6% from October 2024.
South
* 0.5% increase in sales month over month to an annual rate of 1.86 million, up 2.8% year over year.
* $362,300: Median price, up 0.3% from October 2024.
West
* 1.3% decrease in sales month over month to an annual rate of 760,000, down 2.6% year over year.
* $628,500: Median price, up 0.1% from October 2024.
REALTORS(R) Confidence Index for October
* 34 days: Median time on market for properties, up from 33 days last month and 29 days in October 2024.
* 32% of sales were first-time homebuyers, up from 30% in July and 27% in October 2024.
* 29% of transactions were cash sales, down from 30% a month ago and up from 27% in October 2024.
* 16% of transactions were individual investors or second-home buyers, up from 15% last month and down from 17% in October 2024
* 2% of sales were distressed sales4 (foreclosures and short sales), unchanged from a month ago and October 2024.
Mortgage Rates
* 6.25%: The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage in October, according to Freddie Mac, down from 6.35% in September and 6.43% one year ago.
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About the National Association of REALTORS(R)
The National Association of REALTORS(R) is involved in all aspects of residential and commercial real estate. The term REALTOR(R) is a registered collective membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS(R) and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics. For free consumer guides about navigating the homebuying and selling transaction processes - from written buyer agreements to negotiating compensation - visit facts.realtor.
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For local information, please contact the local association of REALTORS(R) for data from local multiple listing services (MLS). Local MLS data is the most accurate source of sales and price information in specific areas, although there may be differences in reporting methodology.
NOTE: NAR's Pending Home Sales Index for October will be released November 25, and Existing-Home Sales for November will be released December 19. Release times are 10 a.m. Eastern. See NAR's statistical news release schedule.
1. Existing-home sales, which include single-family, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops, are based on transaction closings from Multiple Listing Services. Changes in sales trends outside of MLSs are not captured in the monthly series. NAR benchmarks home sales periodically using other sources to assess overall home sales trends, including sales not reported by MLSs.
Existing-home sales, based on closings, differ from the U.S. Census Bureau's series on new single-family home sales, which are based on contracts or the acceptance of a deposit. Because of these differences, it is not uncommon for each series to move in different directions in the same month. In addition, existing-home sales, which account for more than 90% of total home sales, are based on a much larger data sample - about 40% of multiple listing service data each month - and typically are not subject to large prior-month revisions.
The annual rate for a particular month represents what the total number of actual sales for a year would be if the relative pace for that month were maintained for 12 consecutive months. Seasonally adjusted annual rates are used in reporting monthly data to factor out seasonal variations in resale activity. For example, home sales volume is normally higher in the summer than in the winter, primarily because of differences in the weather and family buying patterns. However, seasonal factors cannot compensate for abnormal weather patterns.
Single-family data collection began monthly in 1968, while condo data collection began quarterly in 1981; the series were combined in 1999 when monthly collection of condo data began. Prior to this period, single-family homes accounted for more than nine out of 10 purchases. Historic comparisons for total home sales prior to 1999 are based on monthly single-family sales, combined with the corresponding quarterly sales rate for condos.
2. Total inventory and month's supply data are available back through 1999, while single-family inventory and month's supply are available back to 1982 (prior to 1999, single-family sales accounted for more than 90% of transactions and condos were measured only on a quarterly basis).
3. The median price is where half sold for more and half sold for less; medians are more typical of market conditions than average prices, which are skewed higher by a relatively small share of upper-end transactions. The only valid comparisons for median prices are with the same period a year earlier due to seasonality in buying patterns. Month-to-month comparisons do not compensate for seasonal changes, especially for the timing of family buying patterns. Changes in the composition of sales can distort median price data. Year-ago median and mean prices sometimes are revised in an automated process if additional data is received.
The national median condo/co-op price often is higher than the median single-family home price because condos are concentrated in higher-cost housing markets. However, in a given area, single-family homes typically sell for more than condos as seen in NAR's quarterly metro area price reports.
4. Distressed sales (foreclosures and short sales), days on market, first-time buyers, all-cash transactions and investors are from a monthly survey for the NAR's REALTORS(R) Confidence Index, posted at nar.realtor.
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Original text here: https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/nar-existing-home-sales-report-shows-1-2-increase-in-october
[Category: Real Estate]
MISAM Advocates for Stronger Kratom Regulations and Increased Addiction Medicine Fellowship Funding
CHEVY CHASE, Maryland, Nov. 21 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Society of Addiction Medicine posted the following news release:
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MISAM Advocates for Stronger Kratom Regulations and Increased Addiction Medicine Fellowship Funding
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On November 19, the Michigan Society of Addiction Medicine (MISAM) sent a letter of support for HB 4969 to members of the House Committee on Regulatory Reform. This bill establishes a regulatory framework for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) to regulate the health and safety of kratom products. Specifically, HB 4969 contains provisions
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CHEVY CHASE, Maryland, Nov. 21 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Society of Addiction Medicine posted the following news release:
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MISAM Advocates for Stronger Kratom Regulations and Increased Addiction Medicine Fellowship Funding
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On November 19, the Michigan Society of Addiction Medicine (MISAM) sent a letter of support for HB 4969 to members of the House Committee on Regulatory Reform. This bill establishes a regulatory framework for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) to regulate the health and safety of kratom products. Specifically, HB 4969 contains provisionsrequiring product testing, 2% caps on 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), and protections for individuals under 21 years of age. MISAM praised the legislation as an important step to protect consumers and address the public health risks posed by kratom products.
Additionally, MISAM sent letters to key stakeholders urging them to support allocating a portion of the FY26 opioid settlement funds and FY27 appropriations to support Addiction Medicine Fellowship training in Michigan. Specifically, MISAM requested support from the $5 million year-over-year funding to ensure the sustainability and growth of Michigan's addiction medicine workforce. In the letter, MISAM touted the benefits of investing in addiction medicine fellowships, including expanding access to high-quality addiction care across Michigan and strengthening a public health-oriented response to the opioid crisis.
Read the HB 4969 letter here.
Read the Addiction Fellowship Funding letter here.
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Original text here: https://www.asam.org/news/detail/2025/11/21/misam-advocates-for-stronger-kratom-regulations-and-increased-addiction-medicine-fellowship-funding
MBA Blasts Credit Reporting Price Hikes; Calls for Ending Tri-merge Requirement
WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Mortgage Bankers Association posted the following news release:
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MBA Blasts Credit Reporting Price Hikes; Calls for Ending Tri-merge Requirement
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MBA's President and CEO Bob Broeksmit, CMB, released the following statement on the recently-announced price increases for credit reporting products:
"Once again, the national credit bureaus are abusing their government-granted oligopoly by gouging consumers - a predictable outcome in a flawed, outdated, and anticompetitive system where lenders are required to buy specific, increasingly-expensive
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Mortgage Bankers Association posted the following news release:
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MBA Blasts Credit Reporting Price Hikes; Calls for Ending Tri-merge Requirement
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MBA's President and CEO Bob Broeksmit, CMB, released the following statement on the recently-announced price increases for credit reporting products:
"Once again, the national credit bureaus are abusing their government-granted oligopoly by gouging consumers - a predictable outcome in a flawed, outdated, and anticompetitive system where lenders are required to buy specific, increasingly-expensivecredit reporting data from each of the three credit bureaus. MBA has long led the call to fix this broken model and shined a light on the role that regulations and the government play in these steep, unjustified price hikes that ultimately hurt housing affordability.
"We are continuing to push for more transparency and fairness in this process. Today's news only strengthens our call to move away from the tri-merge credit report structure. Single-file reports are used safely in nearly every other consumer finance market, and extending them into the mortgage market would provide price relief for American homebuyers by injecting real competition, lowering closing costs, and streamlining the mortgage process, all without compromising sound risk management.
"MBA once again urges lawmakers and federal housing regulators, as well as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the Federal Trade Commission, to end the government's involvement in driving up these consumer credit transaction costs."
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F or more reaction, see Bob Broeksmit's LinkedIn post.
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Original text here: https://www.mba.org/news-and-research/newsroom/news/2025/11/21/mba-blasts-credit-reporting-price-hikes--calls-for-ending-tri-merge-requirement
Court permanently blocks Trump's executive order to dismantle federal agency for America's libraries
CHICAGO, Illinois, Nov. 21 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release:
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Court permanently blocks Trump's executive order to dismantle federal agency for America's libraries
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Today, the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island struck down the Trump Administration's attempts to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The decision was issued in response to a lawsuit filed by the Attorneys General of 21 states.
ALA President Sam Helmick said, "Today's court decision is a powerful affirmation of what libraries
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CHICAGO, Illinois, Nov. 21 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release:
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Court permanently blocks Trump's executive order to dismantle federal agency for America's libraries
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Today, the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island struck down the Trump Administration's attempts to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The decision was issued in response to a lawsuit filed by the Attorneys General of 21 states.
ALA President Sam Helmick said, "Today's court decision is a powerful affirmation of what librariesmean to America. It restores everything that the executive order tried to take away: shared access to books in rural and remote areas, essential virtual learning tools, children's reading programs and the countless library services available to anyone who walks into a public, school or academic library. This isn't just a win for the 21 states who filed the caseit's a win for every library user and every American in every state and territory.
"Convincing a federal judge that shuttering a supposedly obscure agency would have an immediate and devastating impact on millions of Americans is no small feat. Libraries also strengthen local economies by supporting jobseekers, small businesses and community learning. Protecting these resources matters. ALA is proud to be in the company of dozens of library workers, associations, Friends of libraries, parents, educators, leaders at every level of government and every American who showed up for our libraries.
"This victory belongs to all of us, and we build the future of our libraries together. As we celebrate this decision, ALA invites everyone to keep using and speaking up for libraries. Your voice makes a difference, and your community leaders need to hear it."
IMLS is the only federal agency dedicated to the nation's libraries and museums. On March 14, President Trump issued Executive Order 14238, which directed the elimination of the agency. Subsequently, the Trump administration began mass termination of the agency's grants, dismissed all members of the IMLS board, halted crucial data collection and research, and intended to lay off nearly all of the agency's staff. These actions left IMLS unable to fulfill its duties required by federal law and interrupted library services across the country.
Today's court ruling found that those actions were arbitrary and capricious and contrary to federal law that established IMLS and directed it to carry out programs, including funding for libraries and museums across the nation. The ruling nullifies the Administration's actions to dismantle IMLS and permanently prohibits the Administration from taking such actions in the future. The ruling has immediate nationwide effect.
ALA also has led efforts in Congress and the courts to preserve IMLS, in parallel to the states' litigation. ALA filed its own lawsuit challenging the Administration's actions in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, which remains ongoing. In May, ALA's lawsuit won a temporary restraining order, which prevented the mass layoff of nearly all IMLS employees, days before it was scheduled to take effect.
ALA also mobilized thousands of contacts from library supporters nationwide urging Congress to protect IMLS. As Congress continues work to finalize appropriations bills for fiscal year 2026, ALA urges advocates to contact their Representatives and Senators in support of continued funding for the agency's vital work.
About the American Library Association
The American Library Association is the largest non-partisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to America's libraries. The ALA mission is to empower and advocate for all libraries and library workers to ensure equitable access to information for all. For nearly 150 years, ALA has provided resources for information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more information, visit www.ala.org.
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Original text here: https://www.ala.org/news/2025/11/court-permanently-blocks-trumps-executive-order-dismantle-federal-agency-americas
BSA Welcomes India's Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025
WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Business Software Alliance (formerly BSA - Software Alliance) issued the following news release:
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BSA Welcomes India's Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025
NEW DELHI - The Business Software Alliance (BSA) welcomed the release of India's Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, describing them as an important step toward strengthening trust in India's digital ecosystem while supporting innovation and economic growth.
"The release of the Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 (DPDP Rules) is an important milestone and will further strengthen India's
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Business Software Alliance (formerly BSA - Software Alliance) issued the following news release:
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BSA Welcomes India's Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025
NEW DELHI - The Business Software Alliance (BSA) welcomed the release of India's Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, describing them as an important step toward strengthening trust in India's digital ecosystem while supporting innovation and economic growth.
"The release of the Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 (DPDP Rules) is an important milestone and will further strengthen India'sgrowing digital ecosystem and facilitate responsible innovation" said Venkatesh Krishnamoorthy, BSA Country Manager - India. "BSA commends the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) for engaging closely with all stakeholders when developing the DPDP Rules. We look forward to our continued engagement with MeitY to address practical challenges to implementing the DPDP Rules, particularly as they relate to cross-border data transfers, personal data breach notifications, designation of Significant Data Fiduciaries (SDFs), and operationalizing the Data Protection Board."
BSA welcomes the 18-month implementation timeline provided in the DPDP Rules which supports the ability of businesses of all sizes and sectors to implement necessary changes for compliance with the Act and the Rules. While the DPDP Rules appear to expressly permit data transfers outside India, the ability to impose requirements on such transfers at a later point still could expand data transfer restrictions.
BSA recommends that the Government continue to provide certainty and predictability to businesses with respect to international data transfers. We encourage continued dialogue with stakeholders to address other important practical challenges to implementing the Act and the Rules, including enabling lawful bases for processing personal information beyond consent to align with global best practices and avoid impeding innovation in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and routine data transfers that are vital for India's digital economy.
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ABOUT BSA
The Business Software Alliance (www.bsa.org) is the global trade association of the enterprise software industry, representing companies that are leaders in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, quantum, and other breakthrough technologies. We work in over 20 markets in the US, Europe, and Asia, advocating for policies that build trust in technology so that every industry sector and the public can benefit from innovation.
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Original text here: https://www.bsa.org/news-events/news/bsa-welcomes-indias-digital-personal-data-protection-rules-2025
[Category: Business]
Airlines for America: U.S. Airlines Expecting Record Breaking Thanksgiving Travel Season
WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Airlines for America issued the following news on Nov. 20, 2025:
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U.S. Airlines Expecting Record Breaking Thanksgiving Travel Season
Friday kicks off the busy Thanksgiving holiday travel period (Nov. 21 through Dec. 1), and Airlines for America (A4A) projects U.S. airlines will carry more than 31 million passengers over the holiday - an all-time high.
Over the holiday period, A4A expects U.S. airlines will fly 2.8 million passengers per day. To meet this demand, U.S. airlines will offer 45,000 more seats daily than they did in 2024. The busiest days over the Thanksgiving
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Airlines for America issued the following news on Nov. 20, 2025:
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U.S. Airlines Expecting Record Breaking Thanksgiving Travel Season
Friday kicks off the busy Thanksgiving holiday travel period (Nov. 21 through Dec. 1), and Airlines for America (A4A) projects U.S. airlines will carry more than 31 million passengers over the holiday - an all-time high.
Over the holiday period, A4A expects U.S. airlines will fly 2.8 million passengers per day. To meet this demand, U.S. airlines will offer 45,000 more seats daily than they did in 2024. The busiest days over the Thanksgivingholiday are expected to be Sunday Nov. 30 and Monday Dec. 1.
"We're all looking forward to going home for the holidays. Our carriers have been working to fully prepare for what's expected to be a record-breaking Thanksgiving," said A4A President and CEO Chris Sununu. "We're grateful for all aviation employees who work tirelessly to get you home safely for the holidays. With airports expected to be busy, we ask all passengers to allow for extra travel time, pack their patience and carry-on kindness this holiday season."
"With the government shutdown over, we are calling on Congress to find a solution that ensures essential aviation workers and the traveling public are never again caught in the middle of political disputes," said Sununu. "Congress needs to pass legislation so that air traffic controllers, TSA officers and CBP agents are paid during future shutdowns, ensuring operational stability as well as the safety and security of our airspace."
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Original text here: https://www.airlines.org/news-update/u-s-airlines-expecting-record-breaking-thanksgiving-travel-season/
[Category: Transportation]
