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ITAD service provider buys collection software company

Published: January 28, 2021
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In announcing the acquisition, Total Technology said the acquired software algorithm opens opportunities to connect OEMs with the end-of-life recycling process. | Minerva Studio/Shutterstock

Electronics processor Total Technology recently purchased a software company that provides information on e-scrap collection sites. The data is incorporated into apps for device manufacturers to share recycling information with consumers.

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Cascade survey shows pandemic’s ITAD impact

Published: January 21, 2021
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In the survey, 40% of Cascade’s clients indicated they slightly or greatly reduced their IT equipment disposal activities in 2020. | Vorontsova Alena/Shutterstock

The coronavirus forced many organizations to sideline IT refresh projects in 2020, but enterprise representatives say they expect to get back into the asset disposition game in 2021.

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Recycling commission endorses right-to-repair bill

Published: January 21, 2021
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Repairing a mobile phone.

The Statewide Commission on Recycling Markets and Curbside Recycling made a range of preliminary recommendations to state regulators and lawmakers late last month. | PK Studio/Shutterstock

A high-profile recycling commission in California has published its endorsement of right-to-repair policies.

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Our top stories from December 2020

Published: January 13, 2021
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News that Apple would be paying to settle a lawsuit related to battery-throttling drew attention last month. | Attila Fodemesi/Shutterstock

Copper prices, lawsuits and a processor’s sorting system installation were among the articles that drew readers attention last month.

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Basel plastic rules cause immediate e-plastics strife

Published: January 14, 2021
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Scrap plastic traders are facing challenges from increased freight rates and cancellations of bookings by shipping lines as Basel regulations are implemented. | Mariusz Bugno/Shutterstock

Recent changes to global regulations on scrap plastic shipments have shaken up the export market for plastics recovered from electronics.

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