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Number spoofing: more Metro Bank users say they were robbed of thousands
The Guardian - 13 Apr 2019 08:45
Last week we featured a NatWest account holder who lost £10,000. A raft of new victims have now come forward telling the same story More Guardian Money readers have come forward to say they too have been scammed by frau...
Natural disasters can hurt people's credit scores for years afterward
Market Watch - 13 Apr 2019 09:29
Floods and hurricanes widen income inequality, the authors of a new report argue.
Minnesota may see psychologist shortage after Argosy closes
Miami Herald - 13 Apr 2019 20:29
Minnesota could suffer a shortage of psychologists following the sudden closure of Argosy University, according to mental health leaders. The private university chain closed its Eagan campus last month after …
Criticism mounts of Trump pick for U.S. Federal Reserve
Reuters - 13 Apr 2019 08:44
Potential Federal Reserve board nominee Stephen Moore, picked by U.S. President Donald Trump, faced new criticism on Friday, with Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren accusing him of lacking competencies to serve in that ...
Here's some Tax Day relief: $1 margaritas, treats, meal deals, free massages and more
USA Today - 13 Apr 2019 03:07
Regardless of whether you owe money or are getting a refund, some businesses are marking the tax return deadline with deals and freebies.
The dark side of A/B testing
Venture Beat - 13 Apr 2019 21:22
Designers and marketers love the clarity that comes from A/B testing. But watch out for bad practices that can take you quickly down the wrong path.
Montana Senate committee revives bill to strengthen DUI laws
Miami Herald - 13 Apr 2019 19:57
A Montana Senate committee has revived a bill to strengthen DUI laws by including it in a budget companion bill. The DUI bill, requested by Attorney General Tim Fox, was …
Colorado lawmakers send $30.5 billion state budget to Polis
Miami Herald - 13 Apr 2019 17:49
Colorado's Legislature has approved a $30.5 billion state budget for the next fiscal year. The Colorado Sun reports that the document includes $300 million for transportation, $175 million to guarantee …
Kenyan Multi-Millionaire Peter Munga Receives $500,000 Parting Gift From Equity Bank
Forbes - 13 Apr 2019 13:04
Kenyan businessman Peter Munga, the outgoing chairman of Equity Bank, is set to receive a $500,000 'Thank You' token from the Bank where he has served as chairman for the past 35 years.
Is Charlotte Russe already making a comeback? New company hints it will re-open 100 stores
USA Today - 13 Apr 2019 06:33
Less than two weeks after hundreds of Charlotte Russe stores closed, the retailer'swebsite and social media accounts are promoting a comeback.
Sutter Health to settle Medicare allegations for $30 million
Miami Herald - 13 Apr 2019 05:43
A Northern California health care provider has agreed to pay $30 million to settle allegations that it overcharged the federal government for Medicare patient reimbursements. Sutter Health didn't acknowledge any …
Why did the Dow climb higher Friday? Banks lifted stocks after reporting solid profits
USA Today - 13 Apr 2019 00:34
Stocks marched higher Friday, putting the market on track to erase much of the losses it sustained this week.
Negotiations resume on third day of grocery workers' strike
Miami Herald - 13 Apr 2019 23:24
Supermarket and labor union officials are resuming negotiations as workers in southern New England are on their third day of a walkout. A Stop & Shop spokeswoman confirmed contract talks …
OpenAI Five defeats professional Dota 2 team, twice
Venture Beat - 13 Apr 2019 22:59
San Francisco nonprofit OpenAI today set its Dota 2-playing AI -- OpenAI Five -- loose on teams of professional players. Here's how it fared.
5 Digital Marketing & eCommerce Success Stories To Draw Inspiration From
Forbes - 13 Apr 2019 21:45
In today's highly competitive eCommerce and digital marketing world it is not easy for a company to stand out. Many startups facing great odds of even making it and end up falling or being absorbed by bigger companies al...
Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order reveal -- Respawn is going to have a very big year
Venture Beat - 13 Apr 2019 21:10
Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order is a single-player game from Respawn Entertainment that is coming this fall.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order releases on November 15
Venture Beat - 13 Apr 2019 20:46
Respawn Entertainment has shown off their upcoming game, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
Implementing AI The Right Way
Forbes - 13 Apr 2019 19:56
Experts provide some best practices.
Earnings Preview: What To Expect From UnitedHealth On Tuesday
Forbes - 13 Apr 2019 19:35
UnitedHealth is expected to earn $3.59/share on $59.66 billion in revenue. Meanwhile, the so-called Whisper number is $3.66. The Whisper number is the Street's unofficial view on earnings.
From Macintosh to Granny Smith: The rise and fall of Apple
Venture Beat - 13 Apr 2019 19:25
Apple was the standard of innovation and design. Every other company had to keep up or die. The 2019 version of Apple couldn't be further from that reality.
15 Key Questions Venture Capitalists Will Ask Before Investing In Your Startup
Forbes - 13 Apr 2019 18:13
If your company is ready to pursue VC funding in order to grow, be sure you understand the kinds of questions investors will ask and have strong responses prepared.
Twitch Sings lets streamers perform karaoke songs with audiences
Venture Beat - 13 Apr 2019 17:30
Livestreaming service Twitch has launched its first game ever, Twitch Sings, which lets streamers perform karaoke songs with participation from audiences.