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Microsoft Activision Blizzard

Business & Lifestyle

Microsoft, Activision Blizzard deal on hold

SAN FRANCISCO -- A $69 billion deal by Microsoft to acquire Activision Blizzard is on hold...for now. According to MarketWatch, U.S. District Judge Edward Davila issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) in San Francisco over regulatory reasons. The approved request, which came from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), was a "maintain the status quo" decision. An evidentiary hearing will be heard next week to determine whether there will be a preliminary injunction approval. With FTC approval, the deal would have […]

todayJune 13, 2023 135

frugal living

Business & Lifestyle

What’s the deal with frugal living?

Frugal living has seen a meteoric rise in popularity over the last several years, as more people seek ways to save money and simplify their lifestyles. Although some may mistakenly assume frugality means being cheap or stingy, it actually promotes conscious consumption and informed financial decisions. In this post, we'll investigate why frugal living has become so popular and examine its underlying principles. Frugal saving of money Frugality is often chosen because it helps individuals save money. Living frugally involves […]

todayApril 5, 2023 851

beauty business

Business & Lifestyle

Key trends for the beauty sector in 2023

The beauty industry is dynamic and ever-evolving. The changes come regularly with new products, technologies, and trends. In recent years, the industry has seen significant growth. It is driven by various factors, such as the rise of social media, growing interest in wellness, and the popularity of natural and sustainable products. As consumer preferences and needs change, beauty brands must adapt to stay competitive and relevant in the market. Understanding the latest industry trends is crucial for businesses looking to […]

todayFebruary 15, 2023 1001

Farmland Partners

Business & Lifestyle

Farmland Partners acquires Illinois farmland

DENVER (Business Wire) -- Farmland Partners Inc. (NYSE: FPI) announced Saturday that it purchased 291 acres of farmland in Schuyler County, Illinois, for $2.16 million. FPI won the property during an auction held on November 29. “We continue to hunt for prime farmland that can be purchased at a good price. We prioritize properties that are close to other FPI farms because it creates efficiencies and drives strong rental rates,” said Paul Pittman, FPI’s Chairman and CEO. “This acquisition checks […]

todayFebruary 5, 2023 981

Coinbase

Business & Lifestyle

Coinbase to lay off more than 900 employees

Coinbase, the first crypto exchange to be publicly traded, blamed "market conditions" for its move and said it will incur $149 million to $163 million in restructuring efforts, including severance packages and termination benefits. SAN FRANCISCO (UPI) -- Coinbase, one of the world's top cryptocurrency trading platforms, announced Tuesday it will be laying off more than 900 workers in the face of slowing global interest in digital currencies. The company, the first crypto exchange to be publicly traded, blamed "market conditions" for its […]

todayJanuary 12, 2023 104

Bitcoin cryptocurrency money

Business & Lifestyle

Cryptocurrencies: the future of money?

With the meteoric rise of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, people are beginning to ask: is this the future of money? Or is this just a passing fad? It’s something that anyone can do, learn how to build a crypto exchange. Either way, they’re not going anywhere any time soon as we detail in this particular article. Cryptocurrencies have made waves, and that’s not a secret. This article will explore the history of money and discuss why cryptocurrencies may be here […]

todayNovember 16, 2022 28

Samsung

Business & Lifestyle

Samsung announces disappointing 3Q results

JH Han, vice chairman and CEO of Samsung, speaks on stage during the Samsung press conference at the 2022 International CES, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas January 4. SEOUL (UPI) -- South Korea's Samsung Electronics announced Friday that its third-quarter operating profit is expected to be $7.66 billion, down a whopping 31.7% from a year ago. It's the lowest profitability level for the company since the first quarter of 2021 and falling short of the $8.3 […]

todayOctober 12, 2022 84

Illinois American Water Villa Grove

Business News

Villa Grove sells water, wastewater systems

VILLA GROVE -- Illinois American Water (IAW) announced on September 22 the acquisition of Villa Grove's water and wastewater systems. The newly acquired systems add approximately 1,489 water and 1,069 wastewater customers to the Company’s eastern Illinois service area. The purchase was at the cost of $11 million. “Our team is excited to serve our new customers in Villa Grove and expand our footprint in Douglas County,” said IAW president Justin Ladner. “Since 2020, we have had the privilege of […]

todayOctober 3, 2022 112

Federal Reserve Jerome Powell

Business & Lifestyle

Federal Reserve raises interest rate by 0.75%

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and members of the Federal Open Markets Committee voted Wednesday to raise the benchmark interest rate by 75 basis points. WASHINGTON (UPI) -- The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 0.75% Wednesday in its latest move to fight the highest inflation in 40 years. The highly anticipated move boosts the federal funds rate to the range of 3% to 3.25% after it remained near zero as recently as March. The Federal Open Market […]

todaySeptember 21, 2022 114

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