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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Unexpected Gains: Companies Find Opportunities in Uncertain Times

In these uncertain times, you might be surprised to hear that some companies are actually doing better than expected. For instance, orders for appliances and machinery have seen a slight increase recently. But here's where it gets more intriguing: the number of people filing for unemployment benefit

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Truth Social's COO Steps Down Amid Share Transfer Ruling

Recently, there's been some shake-ups at Truth Social, the social media platform started by former President Donald Trump. The company just lost its chief operating officer, Andrew Northwall, who resigned last month. This news came along with another big change - a court ruling that requires the com

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Truth Social's COO Steps Down as Company Faces Share Release and Financial Struggles

A top executive at Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. has left the company, and a court ruling has ordered the release of nearly 800,000 shares to an early investor. The COO's departure comes as the company grapples with financial losses and tries to boost its revenue. Truth Social, the social med

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Fraud in Freight: How Truckstop is Fighting Back

The freight industry has long been a target for fraudsters. But recent tough economic times and the slow adoption of new tech have created a perfect storm, making it easier for scammers to strike. Truckstop, a company that helps manage cargo and carrier information, is taking action. In just the fir

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Is Amazon's Cashierless Future Shrinking?

It seems like Amazon is scaling back its ambitious plans for cashierless stores. Last week, the tech giant closed three of its Go convenience stores in New York, leaving only 17 such stores nationwide – although they did just open one in Washington. Since 2023, Amazon has reduced its Go storefronts

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Top Stocks to Watch in the U. S. : A Look at Key Players and Market Trends

The current market environment is filled with opportunities, according to Bank of America. Strategist Nigel Tupper noted that global earnings are improving, U.S. monetary policy is easing, and China's stimulus efforts are all contributing to a positive outlook for equity markets. This is especially

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Goldman Sachs Boosts Rural Businesses in Minnesota

Minnesota's rural small business owners are about to get a significant boost, thanks to Goldman Sachs. The financial giant has launched its 10,000 Small Businesses program, aiming to help small businesses grow and thrive. St. Cloud is hosting the kickoff event this Friday, where 32 lucky entrepreneu

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

EU Court Limits Meta's Data Use for Ads

The European Union Court of Justice (CJEU) has ruled that Meta, formerly known as Facebook, cannot use all personal data obtained from users for targeted advertising without restrictions. This decision follows a long-standing challenge dating back to 2014 and reflects the EU's principle of 'data min

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Google's Blue Checkmark Test: Spotting Legit Businesses Online

Ever clicked on a dodgy site while trying to find a real business? Google might have a solution! They're testing out blue verified checkmarks next to legit businesses online. Imagine seeing a checkmark next to Microsoft or Apple when you search for them. That’s what users are noticing in some search

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Oct 06 2024BUSINESS

Job Growth: Not All Sectors Are Equal

On Friday, a panel on Fox Business tried to find the downside of a impressive jobs report. Despite showing strong job growth and wage increases outpacing inflation, one panelist, Joanie Bily, wasn't convinced. She pointed out that most new jobs came from healthcare and leisure/hospitality sectors, w

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