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Vemma boss asks FTC to unfreeze his assets
New York Post - 12 Sep 2015 04:37
Vemma founder BK Boreyko, whose assets were frozen by the Federal Trade Commission when it temporarily halted the company last month on pyramid charges, has asked a federal court to...
Alibaba: Why It Could Fall 50% Further
Barron's - 12 Sep 2015 09:54
The Chinese Internet giant's stock has been plunging amid an array of problems. Expect more trouble ahead.
The design of the new 'Star Wars' lightsaber is a huge improvement on the older models
Business Insider - 12 Sep 2015 23:00
When the first teaser trailer for "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" debuted online last November, fans were torn over the debut of a new three-pronged lightsaber which will appear in the film. Some thought it was cool even ...
At this point, a Fed rate hike may be largely symbolic
L.A. Times - 12 Sep 2015 04:135 Reasons The Dallas Cowboys Shouldn't Be Valued As A Super Bowl Contender
Forbes - 12 Sep 2015 21:20
The Dallas Cowboys are heading into the 2015 NFL season with high hopes of continuing the type of success that they had last season. They were one of the top teams in the NFC in 2014 and ended up defeating the Detroit Li...
Eurogroup chief rules out Greek debt deal renegotiation
Business Insider - 12 Sep 2015 16:22
BRUSSELS (AP) -- The head of the euro currency group of countries has ruled out any renegotiation of the massive loan program meant to save Greece's economy, a week ahead of general elections there. Greeks go to the poll...
11 Things I Wish I'd Known Before Starting My Business
inc - 12 Sep 2015 15:00
Shorten the time from start-up to success
Subway acknowledges it received a 'serious' complaint about Jared Fogle in 2011
Business Insider - 12 Sep 2015 04:19
Subway says it has completed its investigation into former pitchman, Jared Fogle. Fogle, 37, has been charged with possession of child-pornography and engaging in sexual acts with minors, as revealed by Business Insider'...
'Matrix' actress Essie Davis joins 'Game of Thrones'
Business Insider - 12 Sep 2015 20:18
"Game of Thrones" has a found a new Cersei, well, sort of. According to multiple reports, Essie Davis has joined the HBO fantasy drama. HBO has yet to confirm the casting. But according to fan site Watchers on the Wall, ...
The startup Salesforce bought for $390 million last year may finally grab the spotlight at Dreamforce (CRM)
Business Insider - 12 Sep 2015 16:10
During Salesforce’s August earnings call, investment firm Stifel’s managing director Tom Roderick asked its CEO Marc Benioff about RelateIQ, the sales intelligence startup it bought for $390 million last year, and ho...
How Long Does It Really Take to Improve Your Credit?
ABC News - 12 Sep 2015 06:15
They say "time heals all wounds." Is the same true for credit mistakes?
Start-up investors are being extra-cautious thanks to some costly flops
Business Insider - 12 Sep 2015 05:18
At the end of July, Homejoy, a start-up company that used the Web to offer house cleaning, hung up its mops, leaving customers in the lurch and Google Ventures and other top-tier private equity backers out the more than ...
GE emerges as key player in Halliburton buyout deal
New York Post - 12 Sep 2015 04:32
General Electric could be key to Halliburton winning regulatory approval for its $35 billion buyout of rival oil-service company Baker Hughes. The Post reported Thursday that the Department of Justice...
21 signs you're mentally stronger than average
Business Insider - 12 Sep 2015 16:35
Mental strength takes a long time to develop. It is the daily practice of pushing yourself to grow stronger, maintaining realistic optimism, and setting healthy boundaries. Mentally strong people don't do things like w...
Things Looking Good For US Airlines Sector: Deutsche Bank
Bidness etc. - 12 Sep 2015 16:32
Deutsche Bank analyst, Michael Linenberg, highlighted in an investor note released yesterday that domestic revenue growth had outpaced international revenue growth during the first half of the year. The report followed t...
China's meltdown could actually be good for Britain
Business Insider - 12 Sep 2015 16:23
Citi is telling clients not to worry about the effect of a slowdown in China on the UK economy — and, in fact, saying it could actually boost Britain. China today trimmed its official GDP growth forecast for the year, ...
Immigrants are sending billions home each year, and getting that money across borders has turned into a massive, entrenched industry
Business Insider - 12 Sep 2015 16:15
Over the past few centuries, the world has become increasingly globalized. Immigrants are pouring into developed countries like the US, where many jobs pay higher rates than in their home markets. As migrants shuffle aro...
The Week Ahead: A Year End View of Today's Market
Forbes - 12 Sep 2015 15:07
The narrowing ranges in the stock market over the past two weeks and the fact that it did not collapse last week appears to have soothed some investors. Surprisingly the rough market action over the past month has appare...
A Step-By-Step Guide To Turning Around A Failing Organization
Forbes - 12 Sep 2015 15:01
?When you walked into the office of the Auditor-Controller in Santa Barbara County, California, one of the first things you encountered was a 1000-pound barrier. It represented the attitude and beliefs of the place: ?You...
Monetizing Higher Education: Can Investors Replace Government Lenders?
Barron's - 12 Sep 2015 07:57
Can investors replace government lenders?
It's a Great Time To Sell Puts on Your Favorite Stocks
Barron's - 12 Sep 2015 07:44
Selling puts to monetize investor fears continues to work. The key is to pick stocks you want to own. Goldman likes Lam Research, Hasbro, and Visa.
Leading Barron's Advisor GW & Wade Tops Tough Market
Barron's - 12 Sep 2015 07:44
Leading Barron's advisor Roger Wade of GW & Wade is very conservative-and his clients can thank him for it this year.