Abstract: A system and method for detecting compromise of financial transaction instruments associated with a merchant or automated teller machine (ATM) are disclosed. Historical data representing a historical aggregate financial transaction instrument behavior history is stored in a computer memory. The historical data is received at the computer from one or more merchants and ATMs via a communications network. Authorization data representing authorization behavior of a plurality of financial transaction cards related to corresponding financial transactions at the same or a different one or more merchants and ATMs is received by the computer. Abnormal activity data representing an abnormal aggregate financial transaction instrument activity based on the authorization data is determined, and the historical data is compared with the abnormal activity data to generate a compromise profile for the plurality of financial transaction instruments.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a protection device (10) with a protective cover that serves for being removably placed over the club head of a golf club and encompasses the entire club head. According to the invention, the protective cover is formed by two dimensionally stable half shells (12, 14) that are connected to each other by means of a hinge (24), wherein the half shells (12, 14) feature two levers (20, 22) that are arranged such that the two half shells (12, 14) are pivoted from a closed position into an open position about the rotational axis (26) of the hinge (24) when the levers (20, 22) are pressed together.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic formulation with improved effectiveness and reduced stickiness, comprising at least one activated aluminum antiperspirant active ingredient, at least one alpha-hydroxycarboxylic acid and water.

Abstract: In accordance with the present teachings, an automotive vehicle open air system includes a pair of tracks connected to the vehicle, a flexible roof that is coupled to the tracks, one or more movement mechanisms that are integrated in the tracks and connected to the roof, an automatic actuator and a rear header that is connected to the roof and is movable with the roof. Other aspects of the teachings, the rear header may include a stop light that is mounted in the header or it may include a rear windshield wiper system.

Abstract: In accordance with the present teachings, an automotive vehicle open air system includes a pair of tracks connected to the vehicle, a flexible roof that is coupled to the tracks, one or more movement mechanisms that are integrated in the tracks and connected to the roof, an automatic actuator and a rear header that is connected to the roof and is movable with the roof. Other aspects of the teachings, the rear header may include a stop light that is mounted in the header or it may include a rear windshield wiper system.

Abstract: Multimedia device, suitable for reproducing or recording multimedia data, having a means for connection to an external display apparatus, where the multimedia device has at least one combined input and display means which is set up for displaying a graphical user interface or for reproducing multimedia data.

Abstract: In accordance with the present teachings, an automotive vehicle open air system includes a pair of tracks connected to the vehicle, a flexible roof that is coupled to the tracks, one or more movement mechanisms that are integrated in the tracks and connected to the roof, an automatic actuator and a rear header that is connected to the roof and is movable with the roof. Other aspects of the teachings, the rear header may include a stop light that is mounted in the header or it may include a rear windshield wiper system.

Abstract: In accordance with the present teachings, an automotive vehicle open air system includes a pair of tracks connected to the vehicle, a flexible roof that is coupled to the tracks, one or more movement mechanisms that are integrated in the tracks and connected to the roof, an automatic actuator and a rear header that is connected to the roof and is movable with the roof. Other aspects of the teachings, the rear header may include a stop light that is mounted in the header or it may include a rear windshield wiper system.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the reaction of polyorganosiloxanes, in which a hydrogen atom bound to the silicon is replaced by an alkoxide group, and also to substituted polyorganosiloxanes prepared by this process and their use.

Abstract: An instructional swing device for teaching the proper swing for baseball, golf or the like. The instructional swing device comprises a vest or harness arrangement which positions an adjustable, stretchable strap across the torso of the user from one shoulder to the opposite hip. Attached to the strap is an audible indicating mechanism, such as a buzzer, which is activated by proper movement of the user through stretching of the strap. In operation, the audible indicating mechanism identifies a proper swing during use to provide feedback to the user that the user is performing the desired hip movement in advance of the hands.