Senior Europe analyst at @Eurasiagroup - London. Mostly Italy/EU. Views my own.
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Identità delle macchine, il nuovo rischio sistemico per le reti telecom
Viviamo in un mondo sempre più connesso: dai dispositivi indossabili che portiamo ai polsi, ai device intelligenti nelle nostre case, passando per i veicoli connessi e le infrastrutture smart che alimentano le città e mantengono in movimento la società. Il mondo reale è pieno di dispositivi connessi, mentre quello digitale, fatto di servizi cloud e digital twin, li integra generando enormi quantità di dati su larga scala.
Has Italy's far-right really changed its tune?
Italian politician Matteo Salvini has long been one of Italy's most outspoken critics of the EU — just a year ago he called the Union a "den of snakes and jackals." But the plain-spoken firebrand has abruptly changed his tune in recent weeks, joining the national unity government led by Prime Minister Mario Draghi. As far European politicians go, Draghi, a former head of the European Central Bank, is about as pro-EU as you can get. So what might have prompted Salvini's surprising about-face?
Making New Traditions
By Federico Santi | on December 17, 2020 EDITORIAL The reading of Clement C. Moore’s famous Christmas poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas” was always a tradition in my Chicago childhood’s household. I can vividly remember 60 years back, sitting on my father’s lap, and listening to him read the words to me. That same Dec. 24 ritual was performed with my children, too, as it was with millions worldwide.
Year in Review 2020: Europe
Faced with an unprecedented public health crisis, Europe offered an unprecedented response, with 27 states signing off on a coordinated relief effort. But questions about the relief fund's execution—as well as the ongoing saga of Brexit—will continue to bedevil the European Union into 2021. What was the biggest story in Europe in 2020? Europe's Covid-19 experience was the most significant story of 2020.
A former Flambeau photographer recalls protests of another era
I am glad to hear that “marching on the Capitol” in Tallahassee is still a way for people to express their political and social concerns to publicly elected officials. Over 50 years ago as a Florida State University student and staff school newspaper photographer for the Florida Flambeau, I documented my student experience in the middle of the Vietnam War protests.
For What It's Worth – Book | Newport Now
By Federico Santi | on August 13, 2020 A visitor from Westerly brought in a book that was passed down in his family: “Italian Villas and Their Gardens” written by Edith Wharton using pictures by Mayfield Parish, inquiring of its value. Price can vary depending on condition and if the volume is signed. This book has a retail value of around $250.
For What It's Worth – Oil Painting | Newport Now
By Federico Santi | on July 23, 2020 An email inquiry about an oil painting signed by Jean-Claude Mayodon was recently received. Mayodon lived between 1938 and 1981 between France and Montreal. His pictures were sold through many art galleries and most have modest value, especially the pictured still life, valued between $300 and $400, while street views command prices over $1,000.
For What It's Worth – Shakespeare | Newport Now
By Federico Santi | on July 09, 2020 The picture of Shakespeare was recently emailed to me inquiring if the signature could possibly be “real” The short answer is no! There are only 6 known documented Shakespeare signatures with each having a value of over $5 million. The shown signature is copied from the last page of his will dated March 25, 1616 with the words left out “by me”. Hope springs eternal, so if you have a ‘real’ Shakespeare signature, it might be a good time to cash in.
For What It's Worth – Wall Sculptures | Newport Now
By Federico Santi | on June 25, 2020 A recent email: “I have two rather large wall sculptures with the name Espada carved in each one. One is a couple with a baby, the other a couple. Both were intricately carved.“ “Carved” would imply wood but I suspect that these items are cast from some moldable material. Looks to be from the 1960’s: a frock-coated gentleman and lady in the ball gown were popular themes then for items like this. Value: nominal.
For What It's Worth – Lamp | Newport Now
By Federico Santi | on June 11, 2020 An emailed inquiry about the pictured lamp described as “brass and very heavy.” Without personal inspection I would say that the lamp is probably not brass but white metal with the shade made of ‘slag glass’ panels. So, yes the lamp would be heavy and I would estimate that it is about 20” tall. Probably from the late 1930’s, perhaps later. Value: under $250.
For What It's Worth – Sliver Spoon | Newport Now
By Federico Santi | on June 04, 2020 A reader wrote: “This silver spoon was handed down to me from my great-great grandmother Margaret Elizabeth Brewster Crary. I could never match the pattern. I think it would be called a berry spoon?” The pictured Tiffany berry spoon with hand chased designs was sold by Tiffany before they designed and manufactured their own patterns. Not able to identify the maker but would date this piece before the Civil War. Value: between $150 and $250.
As coronavirus spreads, political fallout mounts
Nearly three months since the first cases of the coronavirus now known as Covid-19 appeared in Wuhan, China, the disease continues to spread unchecked around the world, infecting new people by the thousands and testing the credibility of the authorities leading the response. The political fallout, in some cases, could further complicate containment efforts. Eurasia Group experts analyze the challenges faced by authorities in some of the key battlegrounds against the disease.
Italian political leaders scramble to avert early elections
Threatened with a vote of no confidence in parliament, Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte resigned this week, setting off a period of political horse-trading that could end in snap elections if party leaders are unable to put together a new ruling coalition. Yet, as Eurasia Group expert Federico Santi explains, hopes are rising that politicians may succeed in forming a government and averting a disruptive early vote. What triggered the government's collapse?
Spanish elections point to continued instability
Spain's ruling Socialist Party emerged the clear winner from last weekend's elections, securing nearly twice the number of seats as its closest rival, the conservative Popular Party. Still, it fell far short of a parliamentary majority and faces an uphill battle to secure backing for a new government. As Eurasia Group expert Federico Santi explains, short-lived governments supported by a diverse array of parties seems to be the new norm in Spain.
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