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EU Court Limits Meta's Data Use for Ads

October 6, 2024

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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Google's Blue Checkmark Test: Spotting Legit Businesses Online

October 6, 2024

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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Job Growth: Not All Sectors Are Equal

October 6, 2024

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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Fisker in Hot Water: What Happened to Their Electric SUV?

October 6, 2024

The electric vehicle (EV) startup Fisker is facing some serious heat. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched an investigation into the company. This news comes after a tough week for the EV industry. Fisker's troubles started last year with their Ocean SUV launch, which didn’

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Business and Nonprofit Leaders Join Forces for Massachusetts Housing Campaign

October 6, 2024

The Citizens’ Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) has kicked off a new campaign called “Our Massachusetts” with the help of 11 prominent business and nonprofit leaders. Their mission? To support people who want more housing in their areas and get local approvals for housing projects, especially

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From Failure to Fortune: The Story of a Chicken Finger Empire

October 6, 2024

Todd Graves and Craig Silvey had a simple idea: open a restaurant in Louisiana that only sold chicken fingers. They didn't expect the low grades and rejections that followed. But their persistence paid off. Today, Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers is a global success story. Graves moved to California

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Trump s New Crypto Platform: What We Know So Far

October 6, 2024

Hey there! Remember that former president, Donald Trump? Well, he's got a new crypto project called World Liberty Financial. It's still early days and we don't know exactly what it will do yet. But here’s what we do know: they've started letting people sign up to use it in the future. Who can join n

sports

Double Header: Royals and Chiefs in One Night!

October 6, 2024

Imagine this: two big-name sports teams from Kansas City playing at the same time. Exciting, right? The Royals are making a playoff run while the Chiefs, who have won back-to-back football titles, face the New Orleans Saints on Monday night. Tim Caniglia, owner of Grandfalloon Restaurant and Bar, is

business

Cash Back for Energy Upgrades: Don't Miss Out!

October 5, 2024

Are you a business owner using Xcel Energy? If so, listen up! You might have some extra cash coming your way if you upgraded to energy-efficient appliances this year. Xcel Energy is offering rebates, but the deadline is approaching fast. Don't miss out on these bonuses: LED tubes get a 100% bonus

lifestyle

The Best Laptop Deal for Business and Beyond

October 5, 2024

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon series has been a favorite among business professionals for its impressive performance, portability, and solid features. With the latest 12th Gen model, Amazon is offering a significant discount of nearly $1,000 on the laptop. The deal is perfect for those who need a re