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New York Seeking Tip Option On Uber App
New York Seeking Tip Option On Uber App
April 18, 2017  |  Ridesharing

Tipping a taxi driver is a common occurrence in New York City. When ridesharing apps came along, some offered an in-app tip option, while others...

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Here’s How Your Tax Day Stacks Up
Here’s How Your Tax Day Stacks Up
April 18, 2017  |  Economy

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Tax season, that is. And today is IRS Christmas. Curious to know how your taxes stacked up? While...

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Fingerprint Sensor Problems Could Delay Launch Of iPhone 8
Fingerprint Sensor Problems Could Delay Launch Of iPhone 8
April 18, 2017  |  Mobile

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 8 may be delayed or may come out without fingerprint sensing, as component suppliers are facing challenges with a new optic fingerprint....

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Amazon Marketplace Fraud Reports Deepen
Amazon Marketplace Fraud Reports Deepen
April 18, 2017  |  Amazon

Amazon’s marketplace troubles may be even broader than reported, according to some sellers. On top of the recent issues with hackers stealing account credentials of...

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UK Firms VC Funding Holds Steady Despite Brexit
UK Firms VC Funding Holds Steady Despite Brexit
April 18, 2017  |  Brexit

Nine months after the historic Brexit vote, the U.K. startup scene is holding its own. According to Venture Beat, U.K.-based startups raised $1.04 billion in...

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NY Cybersecurity Standards Loom, With Enterprises At The (Un)Ready?
NY Cybersecurity Standards Loom, With Enterprises At The (Un)Ready?
April 18, 2017  |  B2B Payments

Financial firms operating in New York are facing tighter security standards. A high percentage of them are facing challenges in the scramble towards compliance, per...

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Departing Fed Governor Offers Advice On Financial Regulation
Departing Fed Governor Offers Advice On Financial Regulation
April 18, 2017  |  Regulation

The financial crisis still has lessons relevant to today’s world. The New York Times reports that statement is among the sentiments expressed by Daniel K....

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Snap Inc.’s Evan Spiegel Under Fire For Allegedly Calling India A “Poor Country”
Snap Inc.’s Evan Spiegel Under Fire For Allegedly Calling India A “Poor Country”
April 18, 2017  |  Legal

Snap Inc.’s Evan Spiegel is facing backlash on social media after a lawsuit against the company alleged that the CEO did not want to expand into...

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Crate & Barrel Confirms Its CEO Left The Company Last Week
Crate & Barrel Confirms Its CEO Left The Company Last Week
April 18, 2017  |  Personnel

Crate & Barrel, the furniture and home goods retailer, confirmed last week that CEO Doug Diemoz left after less than two years at the helm....

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