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Every Gadget and App Should Have a Dark Mode
Wall Street Journal - 21 Jan 2019 02:57
Dark Mode: It's good for your eyes, your battery and maybe even your sanity, and it's hidden in most of your devices and apps. Here's how to turn it on almost everywhere.
As outlook darkens, central banks think hard about their language
Reuters - 21 Jan 2019 17:51
As central banks stock up on policy ammunition in the face of a worsening global economic outlook, they are having to reassess one of their most delicate weapons - the 'forward guidance' they use to flag their intentions...
Germany: Siemens/Alstom deal could increase competitiveness
Reuters - 21 Jan 2019 16:43
German Economy Minister Peter Altmaier said on Monday that the aim of a planned merger of Alstom and Siemens' rail businesses was to increase competitiveness, adding that this goal was achievable.
China 2018 economic growth falls to 3-decade low
ABC News - 21 Jan 2019 05:00
The world's second-largest economy expanded by 6.6 percent.
Nissan CEO says new capital ties with Renault not discussed
Reuters - 21 Jan 2019 04:27
Nissan CEO Hirota Saikawa told reporters on Monday that he had not heard directly about a reported French proposal to integrate Nissan's management with France's Renault, adding that it was not the stage to discuss revis...
The 'Hybrid' Skills That Tomorrow's Jobs Will Require
Wall Street Journal - 21 Jan 2019 03:44
Jobs that tap both technical and creative thinking will be likely to pay well--and resist automation.
Why It's Never Too Late To Become An Entrepreneur
Forbes - 21 Jan 2019 00:00AMD Is Top Internet Fund Manager's Top Pick For 2019
Forbes - 21 Jan 2019 23:39
AMD was the best performing stock in the S&P 500 for 2018 with an almost 69% gain. Tony Mitchell first bought AMD in October 2014 at $3.45. At today's price of $20.77, Tony has made a lot of money for our clients with AM...
Wisconsin banks announce plans to merge
American Banker - 21 Jan 2019 23:07
Greenwoods Financial will have $270 million in assets when it buys Fox River Financial.
How Brands Can Navigate Successfully Through a Rebrand
AdWeek - 21 Jan 2019 17:00
What do WW, Dunkin' and Apple have in common? The connection between fitness, coffee and the technology company may not be obvious at first, but once you go back in time, you'll know right away. Previously known as Weigh...
France holds trial over horse meat found in frozen lasagna
Miami Herald - 21 Jan 2019 16:55
Six years after the "Horsegate" scandal broke, four people went on trial in Paris on Monday over an elaborate alleged scheme that fed consumers across Europe frozen foods containing cheap …
France, Germany step up pressure over Alstom-Siemens deal
Reuters - 21 Jan 2019 16:50
France and Germany raised pressure on the European Union's competition chief to approve the merger of Alstom and Siemens' rail businesses, warning that thwarting the proposed European champion would be a strategic error.
Interest rates could stay lower for longer in Europe
Miami Herald - 21 Jan 2019 16:50
Multiple threats stalking Europe's economy mean the European Central Bank could keep interest rates at rock-bottom levels longer than expected, extending skimpy returns for savers -- but supporting indebted companies …...
$110,000 limited edition Lincoln Continental with 'suicide doors' sells out in just 48 hours
USA Today - 21 Jan 2019 16:41
An homage to the past and iconic styling and glamour of the 1960s, the $110,000 Lincoln Continental limited edition sold out in 48 hours.
World economy forecast to slow in 2019 amid trade tensions
Miami Herald - 21 Jan 2019 16:33
The world economy will be more sluggish this year, the International Monetary Fund warned Monday, citing trade disputes that have seen China slow to its weakest pace in 30 years …
France's Macron to promote foreign investment at Versailles
Miami Herald - 21 Jan 2019 16:23
French President Emmanuel Macron is hosting 150 international business leaders at the Palace of Versailles on Monday in hopes of producing support for his agenda as yellow vest protesters keep …
Kaia Health raises $10 million to treat chronic pain with AI
Venture Beat - 21 Jan 2019 16:00
Kaia Health, which offers a suite of apps that tap AI and motion-tracking technology to help manage chronic pain, has raised $10 million.
Regulators sign off on dairy farm in northwestern Indiana
Miami Herald - 21 Jan 2019 20:43
Indiana regulators have a granted a key permit for an organic dairy farm that could become home to more than 4,000 cows in Newton County. Natural Prairie Dairy says its …
4 Ways to Keep Customer Data Secure on Social Media
AdWeek - 21 Jan 2019 16:00
Customer care through Facebook, Twitter and other channels has changed the way consumers interact with brands through every step of the customer journey. It was recently found that 93 percent of brand tweets are 1:1 inte...
Sparkling Australian wine exports lose their fizz as Chinese economy slows
Reuters - 21 Jan 2019 15:44
Australian wine shipments to China grew at their slowest pace in four years in 2018, industry data showed on Tuesday, in another indication that Sino-U.S. trade tensions were dragging on consumer spending in the world's ...
Asian markets advance on optimism over China-US trade
Miami Herald - 21 Jan 2019 05:13
Shares in Asia rose Monday, extending gains on Wall Street last week. Buying enthusiasm has been spurred by renewed hopes for progress on resolving the trade standoff between the U.S. …
China December daily crude steel output at lowest since March
Reuters - 21 Jan 2019 04:41
China's average daily steel output in December hit its lowest level since March, according to Reuters calculations based on official data, as producers cut output amid shrinking profit-margins.