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These Soviet watches are helping to fund the Ukrainian military

written by Yann Costa

Produced by the millions in the Soviet planned economy, Raketa watches are enjoying an unexpected second life online. Resold from Ukraine to support its war effort, they tell the story of a surprising historical turnaround.

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Smartwatch: when technology moves too fast for the law

By Nicolas Jutzet · March 27, 2017

Updated on January 1, 2017, the «Swiss made» label, which protects watch brands from global competition, is being challenged for its rigidity and complexity. This case illustrates a broader phenomenon: the law can no longer provide a framework for progress.

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These Soviet watches are helping to fund the Ukrainian military

Smartwatch: when technology moves too fast for the law

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