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9 money moves to make before becoming your own boss
In October, there were 9.44 million self-employed Americans, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. What to know about finances before freelancing. …
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F.T.C. Sues to Block Nvidia’s Takeover of Arm
The proposed deal would give Nvidia control over computing technology and designs that rival firms rely on. …
read moreGM delays production of new Chevy Bolt EVs until end of January
General Motors will continue to delay production of new Chevrolet Bolt EVs at the company’s Orion assembly plant in Michigan “through the week of Jan. 24,…
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Dear Sophie: What are the latest rules for H-1B visas?
I have been applying for positions in the U.S., and one company says that if they hire me and get me an H-1B visa, the filing…
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What Is Good Data-Driven Marketing? Here Are 5 Examples of What Big Data Can Do.
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read more4 key strategies for succeeding at international expansion
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read moreUK privacy watchdog warns adtech the end of tracking is nigh
It’s been well over two years since the UK’s data protection watchdog warned the behavioural advertising industry it’s wildly out of control. The ICO hasn’t done…
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Germany Requires Vaccines for Store and Restaurant Customers
Facing a huge coronavirus surge, Chancellor Angela Merkel, her successor, Olaf Scholz, and state governors agreed on tough new restrictions on people who have not been…
read moreWill High Vaccination Rates Help Spain Weather Omicron?
Spain surpassed others in Europe by avoiding politicized debate about Covid shots. Citizens also largely heeded the health guidance from their leaders. …
read morePope Francis Heads to Cyprus Aiming to Highlight Plight of Migrants
Even as the world focuses on a new coronavirus variant, Francis is embarking on a trip that incorporates longstanding priorities like opening borders and welcoming the…
read more‘Where is **?’: Fans in China Elude Censors to Talk About Peng Shuai
She is not the first celebrity to be scrubbed from the internet, but her supporters are finding creative ways to voice their frustration. …
read moreCovid Live Updates: Biden to Announce New Virus Plan as Omicron Reaches U.S.
The president’s moves are expected to include making insurers reimburse the cost of home Covid tests, and tightening rules for international travelers. …
read moreAs French Election Looms, Candidates Stake Out Tough Positions on Migrants
France has fewer immigrants than other rich nations. But politicians are hardening their positions against immigration even as other countries compete for migrant workers. …
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4 key strategies for succeeding at international expansion
Expanding internationally can exponentially impact your bottom line, business and brand. Scaling your business beyond borders, however, is a path riddled with obstacles. …
read moreAmazon Workers In Alabama Likely To Get A Do-Over Vote On Union
An official with the labor board said Amazon tainted the election process by installing a mailbox onsite for ballots. …
read moreStocks Nosedive Amid Concerns About New COVID-19 Variant
The variant, recently dubbed omicron, was first noticed in South Africa and has spread to several other nations. …
read moreStores Kick Off Black Friday But Pandemic Woes Linger
Retailers are expected to usher in the unofficial start to the holiday shopping season Friday with bigger crowds than last year in a closer step…
read moreHow Pilot convinced Index Ventures to think long-term about margins
Whether you agree or not, it’s hard to ignore the fact that the multipliers in Silicon Valley and the growth of software businesses have changed the…
read moreDollar Tree Makes It Official: Items Will Now Cost $1.25
CEO Michael Witynski said he expects customers will still think the store offers “undeniable value because of what they’re seeing out in the marketplace.” …
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9 money moves to make before becoming your own boss
In October, there were 9.44 million self-employed Americans, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. What to know about finances before freelancing. …
read moreSmall Business Saturday holiday shopping is back, and maybe changed forever
A CNBC|Momentive Small Business Survey for Small Business Saturday shows how high prices and low inventory are influencing consumer holiday shopping plans. …
read moreThese entrepreneurs used the ‘Great Resignation’ to reinvent themselves. Here’s how they did it
The startup boom that began during the Covid-19 pandemic shows no sign of abating. …
read moreEtsy sellers and other small businesses are betting on local sourcing to win the holiday
Most Etsy sellers are sourcing raw materials nearby. Even as larger retailers face down supply challenges, Etsy is well stocked. …
read more49% of consumers plan to shop Small Business Saturday. These tips can help
Many independent small businesses are still struggling to recover from the pandemic. Here's how shoppers can support them this holiday season. …
read moreOn Black Friday, how holiday shoppers feel about spending: Survey
Shoppers are not excited to shop across Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday this holiday season as factors like inventory and pricing weigh. …
read moreTechnology
F.T.C. Sues to Block Nvidia’s Takeover of Arm
The proposed deal would give Nvidia control over computing technology and designs that rival firms rely on. …
read moreGM delays production of new Chevy Bolt EVs until end of January
General Motors will continue to delay production of new Chevrolet Bolt EVs at the company’s Orion assembly plant in Michigan “through the week of Jan. 24,…
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Dear Sophie: What are the latest rules for H-1B visas?
I have been applying for positions in the U.S., and one company says that if they hire me and get me an H-1B visa, the filing…
read moreWhy Hasn’t the U.S. Found More Omicron Cases?
Genomic surveillance has improved enormously in recent months, but the system has built-in delays, and blind spots remain. …
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Actuator is go!
Today’s the big day! After months of toiling away in roundups, Actuator is finally graduating to your inbox as the latest addition to the TechCrunch newsletter…
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Rocket Lab reimagines rocket design with its Neutron launch vehicle
Rocket Lab finally pulled the cover off its Neutron rocket, a medium-lift vehicle that CEO Peter Beck calls “a rocket of 2050,” as the company looks…
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Better.com gets $1B cash infusion in new agreement with its SPAC backers
Digital mortgage lender Better.com, which announced in March that it was going public via a SPAC, is getting a cash infusion from its backers sooner than…
read moreWith $3B expected in 2021, Singapore is becoming a fintech capital
Despite its small size (less than 5 million total population), Singapore is quickly reaching investment levels of countries many times its size. …
read moreShould You Bring Up Inflation In A Pay Raise Request?
Inflation rates are setting records, but mentioning it to your boss in a negotiation is tricky. …
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India’s Slice becomes unicorn with $220M funding from Tiger Global, Insight Partners and Advent
Rajan Bajaj, founder of fintech Slice, chimed in on a Twitter thread early this year and wondered aloud what he needs to do to turn his…
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Jefa raises $2 million for its challenger bank for women in LATAM
Fintech startup Jefa has raised a $2 million seed round to build a challenger bank with a product specifically designed for women living in Latin America…
read moreVauban, an AngelList-like platform for VCs and angels to run and raise funds, closes $6.3m
It’s always been a slight puzzle why AngelList never really properly took off in Europe, especially when, a few years ago, there was such a dearth…
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Barclays tells investors to proceed with caution in 2022
Companies' strong earnings are likely to continue in 2022, but two big challenges could still hamper gains in the market, according to Barclays analysts. …
read morePfizer, PayPal, Micron and more: CNBC’s ‘Halftime Report’ traders answer your questions
"Ask Halftime" traders answer your questions about specific stocks and ETFs. …
read moreJim Chanos is betting against DoorDash because it’s losing money even during pandemic delivery boom
Jim Chanos discussed his latest short positions on "Halftime Report." …
read moreJim Chanos reveals short position in DraftKings because of ‘insane’ marketing spend
Jim Chanos said Thursday that he opened a short bet against DraftKings. …
read moreMorgan Stanley says buy the dip in Simon Property Group, with upside of more than 20%
Simon Property Group's stock stumbled in November after a strong start to the year. …
read moreUBS names Uber a top pick, says stock can more than double from here
Uber's stock could make a major jump after underperforming badly in 2021, according to UBS. …
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What Is Good Data-Driven Marketing? Here Are 5 Examples of What Big Data Can Do.
Realizing the importance of data-driven marketing may be a turning point for any company, so it’s crucial to learn what strategies may work the best for…
read more4 key strategies for succeeding at international expansion
Expanding internationally can exponentially impact your bottom line, business and brand. Scaling your business beyond borders, however, is a path riddled with obstacles. …
read moreUK privacy watchdog warns adtech the end of tracking is nigh
It’s been well over two years since the UK’s data protection watchdog warned the behavioural advertising industry it’s wildly out of control. The ICO hasn’t done…
read moreEurope offers tepid set of political ads transparency rules
It’s been almost a year since the EU’s executive announced it would propose rules for political ads transparency in response to concern about online microtargeting and…
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Inside the rapid rise of usage-based pricing
SaaS companies have been ditching traditional subscription pricing in favor of usage-based models that better align with modern buying behavior and the value delivered by their…
read moreEU’s data protection advisor latest to call for ban on tracking ads
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB), an expert steering body which advises EU lawmakers on how to interpret rules wrapping citizen’s personal data, has warned the…
read moreTravel
Omicron clouds outlook for international travel that was just turning a corner
The U.S., U.K. and other nations have revived travel restrictions just as demand was recovering. …
read moreU.S. tightens travel testing requirements, mask mandates as part of broader plan to fight Covid
The Biden administration is tightening travel rules to the U.S., requiring all in-bound international passengers to test for Covid within 24 hours of departure. …
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People Are Sharing The Most Criminally Overrated And Underrated Cities To Visit, And It’s A Lot To Process
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20 Foods That Americans Living Abroad Seriously Miss (Some Of Which Are Pretty Surprising)
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19 Movies And TV Shows That Are Signed “From LA, With Love”
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read moreOmicron setback is a buying opportunity for tourism stocks, investor says
The pullback is “not dissimilar” to that seen with the discovery of the delta variant in late 2020, but is likely to be short-lived, said SpringOwl…
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‘We embrace imperfection’: the adoption agency for preloved playthings
By finding new homes for old teddies, the agency reduces waste and saves cuddly toys from an inglorious trip to a landfill site
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The cookbook for people who have long Covid
The pair behind a new free cookbook hope it will improve taste for Covid patients
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Coming of age during Covid-19: the young people bouncing back
Finding your feet in the world during a pandemic is no easy task. We meet three people who succeeded despite Covid-19
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Revealed: the best companies to work for (and how to get a job with them)
An annual ranking of organisations has revealed the best purpose-led companies to work for in 2021 – and many have vacancies
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Lawyer Gets Stuck In Cat Filter Mode During Zoom Trial: ‘I’m Not A Cat!’
Attorney Rod Ponton’s technical snafu led to an exchange with the judge that can only be described as “kitty funny.” …
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The Covid facemasks that support people living in conflict zones
As well as helping to stop the spread of coronavirus, ‘peace masks’ support craftspeople living in places affected by war
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