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London travel: Uber launches black cab sign-ups
BBC - 29 Nov 2023 11:44
The Licensed Taxi Drivers' Association says joining with Uber would be "sullying" the taxi trade.
Synchrony sells pet insurance unit, cashing in on pandemic-era boom
American Banker - 29 Nov 2023 00:20
Synchrony Financial bought Pets Best ahead of a pandemic-driven surge in the pet insurance business. Now it's selling the subsidiary for a $750 million after-tax gain.
Groupon is downsizing once-massive Chicago headquarters to subleased floor of Leo Burnett building
Chicago Tribune - 29 Nov 2023 21:37JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon defends working with TikTok
Business Insider - 29 Nov 2023 17:33
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon said the company wouldn't work with clientsdoing something that was "truly bad."
The Dilemmas of the U.A.E., a Petrostate, Preparing to Host COP28
The New York Times - 29 Nov 2023 22:42
Climate activists have balked at the fact that a leading oil producer, the United Arab Emirates, is hosting this year's U.N. climate talks. But Emirati officials say they, too, are grappling with hard questions.
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Business Insider - 29 Nov 2023 20:33The Moneyist: My father has dementia and 'forgave' my brother's $200,000 house loan. The nursing-home notary said he was of sound mind. What can we do?
Market Watch - 29 Nov 2023 16:21
"My dad, who is in his late 90s, has early dementia and delirium induced by a urinary-tract infection."
Greek oil tankers are avoiding Russia after getting a stern letter from the US
Business Insider - 29 Nov 2023 17:58
The US is looking to crack down on the $60 oil price cap rule as Russia's war with Ukraine drags on.
90% Chance Of U.S. Holiday Flights Running On Time, Weather Permitting
Forbes - 29 Nov 2023 14:20
Despite record numbers of travelers, airlines and airports performed better this Thanksgiving than last year. That bodes well for the holidays, if the weather cooperates.
The Fed: Fed's Beige Book finds economy has slowed -- and so has inflation
Market Watch - 29 Nov 2023 22:16
The U.S. economy slowed in November and inflation also tapered off, a Federal Reserve survey showed, suggesting the central bank could be finished raising interest rates if those trends continue.
Perplexity AI unveils 'online' LLMs that could dethrone Google Search
Venture Beat - 29 Nov 2023 21:18
In the case of the new PPLX online LLMs, Perplexity has developed its own approach to pulling in recent information.
'A Politician Masquerading as a Regulator' - 3 Takeaways From Fortune's Gary Gensler Profile
Coin Desk - 29 Nov 2023 21:18
An in-depth magazine story about the SEC chair reveals the breadth of the man's ambition and the limitations of his record.
Stablecoins Such as Tether May Be in U.S. Sights, Top U.S. Treasury Official Warns
Coin Desk - 29 Nov 2023 18:28Apple is preparing to exit Goldman credit card pact, WSJ says
American Banker - 29 Nov 2023 02:14
The tech company recently sent a proposal to the bank to exit their contract within approximately 12 to 15 months, the newspaper said.
Billionaire Miriam Adelson Seeks To Buy Sports Franchise After Selling $2 Billion In Las Vegas Sands Shares
Forbes - 29 Nov 2023 01:10
Miriam Adelson, the 44th-richest person in the world, plans to sell 10% of her stake in the company.
Chicago Specialty Grocers Foxtrot And Dom's Merging Into Outfox Hospitality
Forbes - 29 Nov 2023 01:03
Chicago's two landmark grocers Foxtrot and Dom's are merging to become Outfox Hospitality with Liz Williams tapped to lead the new entity as its CEO .
Liquid Death Renames Arnold Palmer-Inspired Drink To 'Dead Billionaire' After Legal Threat
Forbes - 29 Nov 2023 23:26
Innovative Flavors has owned the Arnold Palmer trademark since 2001 and the lemonade/tea beverage has been distributed by the Arizona Beverage Company since 2002.
iPhone Data Recovery Software: Top 5 Products for Small Businesses
Small Business Trends - 29 Nov 2023 20:56
While you may backup your iPhone on a regular basis, what happens if the backup goes bad? That's when you turn to one of these 5 best iPhone data recovery software options.
Wall Street's dream of 'immaculate disinflation' is becoming reality and the economy is doing a lot better than people think, Nobel economist Paul Krugman says
Business Insider - 29 Nov 2023 20:15Binance's Thai Expansion With Gulf Energy Under Scrutiny Post $4.3 Billion US Penalties
Crypto News - 29 Nov 2023 18:12
Source: Pixabay Binance is reportedly facing challenges in Thailand ahead of its plans to launch a new crypto platform with billionaire Sarath Ratanavadi's Gulf Energy. The beleaguered exchange, which is currently facing...
Citi Executive Sues the Bank Over Sexual Harassment
The New York Times - 29 Nov 2023 16:33
Ardith Lindsey, a managing director, is accusing the bank of tolerating a culture in which managers sexually harassed her.
Interest Rates Continue Falling And The Passing Of Charlie Munger
Forbes - 29 Nov 2023 16:31
We're seeing probabilities of rate cuts in 2024 not only increasing but coming sooner than most expected.