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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

Sony's Crypto Bank Plan Hits a Snag

Small banks in the U. S. are raising concerns about Sony's plans to enter the crypto world. They think Sony is trying to get around some important banking rules. Sony wants to create a new company called Connectia Trust. This company would deal with digital money, like stablecoins. Stablecoins are a

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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

SimpliSafe Changes Hands: New Leadership for a Growing Security Giant

In a significant shift, SimpliSafe, a major player in the smart-home security market, has a new owner and a fresh leadership team. The Boston-based company is now under the wing of private equity firm GTCR, which recently completed its acquisition from Hellman & Friedman. This change brings in Hilar

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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

Jobless Claims Stay Steady: What It Means for Workers and the Economy

Last week, the number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped a bit. This small change suggests that the job market is still pretty steady. Even though the government was shut down for a while, states kept track of these numbers. Experts used this data to make educated guesses about

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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

Fiserv Settles Old Legal Issue with U. S. Government

Fiserv, a big name in financial tech, just wrapped up a legal matter with the U. S. government. This case was about some old practices in their output solutions business. The government said Fiserv didn't follow U. S. Postal Service rules about updating addresses. Fiserv said they worked closely wit

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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

Uber Freight Teams Up with Better Trucks for Smarter Deliveries

Uber Freight has recently joined forces with Better Trucks, a Chicago-based last-mile delivery platform. This partnership aims to improve delivery services across the United States. Better Trucks, founded in 2018, handles millions of packages annually for big retail and e-commerce brands. By combini

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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

When Politics Grounded Planes: A CEO's Frustration

Delta's boss, Ed Bastian, had some strong words about the recent government shutdown. He said it was a mess that hurt both the airline and its customers. The problem started when the government suddenly cut flight capacity without any warning. This left Delta scrambling to figure out how to reroute

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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

EU's Small Package Problem: Time for a Change?

The EU is facing a growing issue with small packages from China. These packages often slip through customs duties because of their low value. Dutch Finance Minister Eelco Heinen wants to change this. He believes the EU needs to take action. Heinen plans to talk with other EU finance ministers about

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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

PlaySimple Aims for Big Money Move in India

PlaySimple, a game company based in Bengaluru, is making big plans. It wants to raise a lot of money through an IPO. This is a big deal because it shows how popular mobile games have become. PlaySimple is known for games like Daily Themed Crossword and Word Bingo. These games are loved by many peopl

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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

West 7th Street: Progress and Potential

West 7th Street in Fort Worth is making strides towards becoming a safer and more vibrant place. But there's still a lot to do. The area is known for its nightlife, but local leaders want people to see its cultural side too. Recently, business owners, residents, and police had a meeting. They talke

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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

Winter's Chill Sends Natural Gas Prices Soaring

Winter is coming, and with it, higher natural gas prices. The cost of natural gas has been climbing for a month now, hitting an eight-month high. Why? Because the weather is getting colder, and people are using more heat. It's simple supply and demand. You might think that more production would low

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