Top Meta exec blames users for spreading misinformation
CNN, CNNBUSINESS By Brian Fung, CNN Individual users, not tech platforms, shoulder the responsibility for the spread of misinformation online,…
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Facebook says Belarusian KGB used fake accounts to stoke border crisis
By Donie O’Sullivan, CNN Business Meta, the company formerly known as Facebook, says it has evidence the Belarusian KGB used fake accounts to…
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Fed survey finds supply-chain shortages boosting inflation
By MARTIN CRUTSINGER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve is reporting that many parts of the country were hit by supply chain…
Continue Reading South Africa’s new COVID cases double in 1 day amid omicron
By ANDREW MELDRUM Associated Press JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South Africa’s new cases of COVID-19 have nearly doubled in just one day. The numbers…
Continue Reading Capital One is the first big bank to get rid of overdraft fees
By Paul R. La Monica, CNN Business What’s in your wallet? If you’re a Capital One customer, it might soon be more money: The company will…
Continue Reading Google bans political ads ahead of elections in the Philippines
CNN By Walé Azeez, CNN Business Google will ban political advertising on its platforms in the Philippines as the country prepares for elections in…
Continue Reading Google bans political ads ahead of elections in the Philippines
By Walé Azeez, CNN Business Google will ban political advertising on its platforms in the Philippines as the country prepares for elections in May.…
Continue Reading Facebook lifts Kyle Rittenhouse restrictions, including searches and praise
By Brian Fung, CNN Business Facebook will no longer limit users from searching for or praising Kyle Rittenhouse, following a court’s acquittal…
Continue Reading CEOs’ economic outlook hit the highest level in at least 20 years. But Omicron could change that
By Matt Egan, CNN Business Despite rising labor costs, America’s business leaders felt very bullish on the US economy — at least in the days…
Continue Reading CEOs’ economic outlook hit the highest level in at least 20 years. But Omicron could change that
CNN, WHITE HOUSE, PFIZER By Matt Egan, CNN Business Despite rising labor costs, America’s business leaders felt very bullish on the US economy…
Continue Reading Powell: Fed ‘not at all sure’ inflation will fade next year
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday that the Federal Reserve can’t be sure that…
Continue Reading Discount airlines Allegiant and Viva Aerobus seek alliance
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Two budget airlines in the U.S. and Mexico say they will seek government approval to form an alliance and expand their flights…
Continue Reading Europe unveils its $340 billion answer to China’s Belt and Road infrastructure initiative
By Anna Cooban, CNN Business The European Union has unveiled its €300 billion ($340 billion) alternative to China’s Belt and Road initiative…
Continue Reading This rare McDonald’s treat is making a comeback
By Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business ‘Tis the season for McDonald’s to bring back a fan favorite sweet treat: the Holiday Pie. The dessert…
Continue Reading You could be waiting a while for the next hot IPO
By Paul R. La Monica, CNN Business This is shaping up to be the biggest year for new stock listings ever, thanks to the debuts of several buzzy…
Continue Reading Visa CEO: COVID caused permanent shift to digital payments
By KEN SWEET AP Business Writer SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The head of Visa says he believes the pandemic caused a permanent shift of how consumers…
Continue Reading Transcom chooses South Carolina for North American HQ
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — A Swedish company that provides customer care call centers and other services to businesses is building its North American…
Continue Reading GM cites improved chip supply in raising financial guidance
By TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer DETROIT (AP) — Citing an improved supply of automotive computer chips, General Motors raised its financial guidance…
Continue Reading German court OKs ban on Cyprus-based porn sites
BERLIN (AP) — A court has ruled that German authorities are justified in banning three pornographic websites based in Cyprus from operating in…
Continue Reading Here’s how Omicron could make the supply chain mess worse
By Matt Egan, CNN Business Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo is concerned the Omicron coronavirus variant will exacerbate pressure on the already…
Continue Reading Capital One drops all overdraft fees, latest bank to do so
By KEN SWEET AP Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Capital One said Wednesday that will get rid of all overdraft fees, the latest bank to do so this…
Continue Reading Biden should quickly revisit Omicron travel ban, says this CEO
By Matt Egan Roger Dow, CEO of the US Travel Association, is questioning the logic of President Joe Biden’s travel restrictions, imposed on…
Continue Reading Biden should quickly revisit Omicron travel ban, says this CEO
CNN By Matt Egan Roger Dow, CEO of the US Travel Association, is questioning the logic of President Joe Biden’s travel restrictions, imposed on…
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Why inflation can actually be good for everyday Americans and bad for rich people
CNN By Allison Morrow, CNN Business No one likes paying more for stuff. That’s why inflation, especially the sharp price increases we’ve…
Continue Reading Why inflation can actually be good for everyday Americans and bad for rich people
By Allison Morrow, CNN Business No one likes paying more for stuff. That’s why inflation, especially the sharp price increases we’ve seen…
Continue Reading Why inflation can actually be good for everyday Americans and bad for rich people
CNN By Allison Morrow, CNN Business No one likes paying more for stuff. That’s why inflation, especially the sharp price increases we’ve…
Continue Reading Toys “R” Us is opening a new store … again
By Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business Toys “R” Us is opening a new store about a year after a planned relaunch of its brick-and-mortar…
Continue Reading US manufacturing activity continues growth in November
By MATT OTT AP Business Reporter SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — U.S. manufacturing activity grew at a faster pace in November as companies continue to…
Continue Reading Slovakia eyes bonus to boost vaccinations for 60 and overs
BRATISLAVA, SLovakia (AP) — Slovakia’s government has proposed a plan to give people 60 and older a 500-euro ($568) bonus if they get vaccinated…
Continue Reading EU to make it harder for migrants to enter from Belarus
By LORNE COOK Associated Press BRUSSELS (AP) — Top European Union migration officials have offered to ease the asylum procedures for Poland,…
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