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Disney unveils new streaming service at $6.99 per month, less than Netflix
CBSNews - 12 Apr 2019 17:09
The ad-free service will offer a lineup of Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel movies, but Netflix will still have deeper programming
How the 'Airbnb of boats' is trying to rule the waves with rentals
Miami Herald - 12 Apr 2019 01:08
Robert Satek knows owning a boat means sinking money--lots--to make money. He estimates the annual cost of owning his 54-foot Azimut Atlantis yacht, the "Sol," to be at least $80,000, …
Sir Philip Green pays $1 for 25% Top Shop stake
Sky News - 12 Apr 2019 15:35
Sir Philip Green's high street empire paid just $1 (76p) to buy back his private equity partner's 25% stake in Top Shop and Top Man, underlining the challenges facing the billionaire tycoon.
Use these 8 productivity hacks when you’re short on time
Fast Company - 12 Apr 2019 13:00
Staying calm when things are extremely hectic is one key ingredient of success. There’s no such thing as a slow day when you’re an entrepreneur. Read Full Story
Bitcoin: Is The Biggest Bull Signal Here?
Forbes - 12 Apr 2019 09:56
The current retracement in the Bitcoin price presents the biggest opportunity for investors especially for those who have not participated in the recent rally. However, one critical conditions needs to hold
Subpoena Watch
TPM - 12 Apr 2019 22:14
The chair of the House Oversight Committee is preparing to subpoena more than 10 years of President Trump’s financial records...
Cannabis Watch: Greenlane IPO: 5 things to know about the closest thing to a U.S. cannabis company to go public on Nasdaq
Market Watch - 12 Apr 2019 21:32
Greenlane Holdings Inc. plans to raise roughly $98 million through an initial public offering on the Nasdaq, which would arguably make it the closest thing to a U.S. cannabis company available for trade on a major U.S. e...
How Miami's smaller banks are protecting their turf
American Banker - 12 Apr 2019 20:03
Lenders in South Florida are making tech upgrades and building scale to contend with bigger banks squeezing the market.
4 Ways Media Companies Can Diversify Their Revenue Streams
AdWeek - 12 Apr 2019 17:31
The media industry is undergoing a fundamental shift: business models, audiences and revenue sources aren't what they used to be, and media brands will need to innovate in order to survive and thrive. Today, the most urg...
Exclusive: Toyota sees new business opportunity in leveraging hybrid tech
Reuters - 12 Apr 2019 11:01
The head of Toyota Motor Corp's electric vehicle (EV) business told Reuters the automaker has received enquiries from more than 50 companies since announcing last week that it would offer free access to patents for EV mo...
Honda's China sales likely to catch U.S. sales in two-three years: CEO
Reuters - 12 Apr 2019 06:41
Honda's sales in China are likely to catch up with its sales in the United States within two to three years and the firm would like them to eventually overtake U.S. sales, the company's chief executive said on Friday.
Factbox: How Uber and Lyft compare on key financial metrics
Reuters - 12 Apr 2019 05:50
Uber Technologies Inc's initial public offering filing on Thursday contains data that will be key to selling itself to investors.
How Much Is Eating Out at Restaurants Really Costing You?
Money Crashers - 12 Apr 2019 23:39
Americans love to eat out -- so much so that there are 640,000 total private food service and drinking establishments in the United States, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). That includes everything from...
Journey to the Savage Planet is a cheeky sci-fi romp packed with secrets
Venture Beat - 12 Apr 2019 23:03
Journey to the Savage Planet is a sci-fi exploration game coming to PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC in early 2020 from Typhoon and publisher 505 Games.
Ohio's nuclear plants could get financial rescue from state
Miami Herald - 12 Apr 2019 22:53
In a last-ditch attempt to give a financial lifeline to Ohio's two nuclear plants, lawmakers announced a plan Friday that would add a surcharge to every electric bill in the …
Is Uber really worth $100bn?
BBC - 12 Apr 2019 22:48
The ride-sharing firm is yet to make a profit, but it may attract a sky-high valuation when it floats.
Fisher-Price recalls 4.7 million Rock ‘n Play sleepers
USA Today - 12 Apr 2019 22:45
Fisher-Price announced Friday that it is recalling 4.7 million Rock 'n Play sleepers.
AI Weekly: AI is changing the way we study the stars, grow food, and create art
Venture Beat - 12 Apr 2019 22:40
AI is changing the way we study the stars, grow food, and create art. It's easy to lose sight of that in light of ongoing controversies.
Your Money: Your Student Loan Servicer Will Call You Back in a Year. Sorry.
The New York Times - 12 Apr 2019 22:38
Many public servants in the federal loan forgiveness program spot errors in the count of their qualifying payments. Their servicer tells them reviews will take a while.
6 Tips For Successful Cause Marketing Campaigns
Forbes - 12 Apr 2019 22:36
Cause marketing is when companies use their authentic voice and positioning to simultaneously promote philanthropy and increase e-commerce sales. Here are tips to do it better!
California OKs testing of 'light-duty' autonomous trucks on public roads
Venture Beat - 12 Apr 2019 22:05
California's Department of Motor Vehicles is seeking to allow companies to test 'light-duty' autonomous trucks on public roads.
China joins 5G race with 8K 3D livestream of 30,000-person marathon
Venture Beat - 12 Apr 2019 21:20
If you're interested in seeing what 5G is capable of livestreaming in 3D VR, this Chinese marathon filmed with 360-degree cameras is a good place to start.