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☆ Live Election Updates: Biden Tries to Reassure Supporters During July 4 Events
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-04 | by ( Chris Cameron | Simon Levien | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +8 min

Former President Donald J. Trump’s silence to some extent reflects his desire for President Biden to stay in the race. But Mr. Trump has largely sat back and allowed the Democratic Party to dominate the debate over Mr. Biden’s political future, in a signal of his preferred opponent. Mr. Trump did appear to delight in mocking his rival in a raw video first reported by The Daily Beast on Wednesday and later shared by Mr. Trump. If Mr. Biden stepped aside, Mr. Trump would lose two lines of attack that have been central to his campaign. That message would be hamstrung if another candidate replaced Mr. Biden on the ticket.

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☆ I quit multiple dream jobs to move for my husband's career. It was tough but led me to create a flexible 6-figure business.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-01 | by ( Emily Reagan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Read previewI became a freelance marketing assistant without planning to in 2010 when my husband's military career forced me to quit yet another dream job. As we moved frequently over the previous seven years, I always landed new jobs, but starting over in every town didn't help my career progression. AdvertisementI advise new digital service providers to skip admin services and offer marketing services immediately. Marketing services are also the most flexible. I found that freelancers can hit the upper five figures and into the $100+/hour range by niching into specialized marketing services.

Persons: —, I'd, VAs, you've, Emily Reagan Organizations: Service, Oklahoma City, Business, DC, Facebook, Air Force Locations: Washington, DC, Oklahoma

☆ Meta accused of breaking European law with its ‘pay or consent’ model
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-01 | by ( Olesya Dmitracova | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

London CNN —Facebook parent Meta has been accused of breaking Europe’s new digital competition rules over its “pay or consent” advertising model. Late last year, Meta (META) launched a service called “Subscription for no ads,” allowing European users of Facebook and Instagram to pay up to €12.99 ($14) a month for ad-free versions. The alternative is to accept versions with personalized ads. “’Subscription for no ads’ follows the direction of the highest court in Europe and complies with the DMA,” a Meta company spokesperson told CNN. “We look forward to further constructive dialogue with the European Commission to bring this investigation to a close.”This is a developing story and will be updated.

Organizations: London CNN, Facebook, Meta, European Commission, Digital Markets, CNN Locations: Europe

☆ Perkins, the aging diner chain, has a ‘new vibe’ with a different name
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-25 | by ( Jordan Valinsky | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

“We felt this was a more modern, fresh and relevant vibe to start connecting with new consumers, while also servicing our guests that are tried-and-true Perkins loyalists.”A rendering of a new Perkins American Food Co., which will debut later this year. Aria Group and Perkins American Food Co. Aria Group and Perkins American Food Co.“We know that value is so critical right now and we’re very mindful of that,” she said. The firm is investing in the classic American brand that’s been marred with financial issues, including two bankruptcies, following a disastrous 2006 merger with Marie Callender’s. “We really feel that this iteration of ‘Perkins American Food Co.’ is going to marry tradition and innovation and keep us true to who we are,” she said.

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☆ There's a 'stealth erosion' in global US dollar reserves, but there's no dominant replacement yet
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-13 | by ( Huileng Tan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewThe US dollar is in a state of "stealth erosion," the International Monetary Fund, or IMF, wrote in a report on Tuesday. This effect masked the shift of central banks and governments out of dollar reserves. Instead, the shares of "non-traditional reserve currencies" have risen, according to the IMF. These include the Australian dollar, Canadian dollar, Chinese renminbi, South Korean won, Singaporean dollar, and Nordic currencies. AdvertisementThe dollar's decline in FX reserves doesn't appear to be about sanctionsThe IMF's report comes amid ongoing discussions about de-dollarization.

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☆ Goldman sees price wars coming to restaurants and gives 6 stocks that can still thrive
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-13 | by ( Pia Singh | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

But only a few restaurant brands that can hold on to their pricing will be able to come out on top, the firm said. Six popular stocks in the group were each given a buy rating: Chipotle , Domino's Pizza , Restaurant Brands International , Starbucks , Sweetgreen and Shake Shack . Cho placed a neutral rating on McDonald's , Yum Brands and Wingstop and a sell on Jack in the Box and Wendy's . The bank is also bullish on Restaurant Brands, owner of Burger King and Popeye's, which Cho noted is undergoing a business transformation. Another restaurant Goldman is bullish on is Domino's Pizza, which Cho believes has numerous catalysts that could lift the stock, including a newly revamped rewards program and an Uber Eats expansion.

Persons: Goldman Sachs, Christine Cho, Cho, Goldman, Chipotle, Wednesday's, Burger Organizations: Brands, Starbucks, Yum Brands, Restaurant Brands

☆ Why we're still skeptical of Starbucks' turnaround despite a major Wall Street endorsement
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-13 | by ( Paulina Likos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

A new endorsement of Starbucks from a top Wall Street research firm doesn't budge our skepticism about the coffee giant's ability to deal with the multiple challenges holding back its stock. Goldman Sachs on Thursday initiated coverage of Club name Starbucks with a buy rating and a $100-per-share price target. That price target represents more than 25% upside to the prior session's close. That night, we downgraded the stock to a 2 rating and cut our price target to $90 per share. A store of Starbucks Coffee shop chain located in Amsterdam city center with people sitting inside, enjoying a coffee after shopping in the cafe, while others are walking by.

Persons: Goldman Sachs, Jim Cramer, Goldman, Jim, Laxman Narasimhan, Narasimhan, Jim Cramer's, Nicolas Economou Organizations: Starbucks, CNBC, Nurphoto, Getty Locations: China, Amsterdam

☆ These stocks and ETFs could benefit from AI's voracious appetite for energy
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-18 | by ( Jesse Pound | In Jesse-Pound | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

XLU 1M mountain Utilities stocks have risen sharply in May. Woodard identified other ETFs and stocks that could benefit from increased energy consumption and investment in the electric grid. Miners should retain pricing power given constrained capacity after a decade of underinvestment," the Bank of America note said. Bank of America is positive on the Global X Uranium ETF (URA) , which offers exposure to both physical uranium and miners. Bank of America did not include a utilities ETF in the note, but the firm has a buy rating on Xcel Energy, among such stocks.

Persons: Jared Woodard, Woodard, ruddy, — CNBC's Michael Bloom Organizations: Bank of America . Investment, Utilities, Bank of America, Miners, Companies, VanEck Oil Services, Halliburton, Uranium, Xcel Energy Locations: Freeport, McMoRan

☆ Become an effective communicator: A CNBC Make It course
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-15 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

CNBC Make It is launching a new digital course, which will teach you how to communicate effectively. In this course, you'll learn how to speak clearly and confidently, calm your nerves and deliver your message to achieve your goals. The full course will be live starting May 22, 2024. Preregister today and save 30% with a limited-time introductory offer. The course is hosted by CNBC Make It success reporter Ashton Jackson and features speech consultant and author John Bowe, CEO and cofounder of Quantified.ai Noah Zandan, and licensed psychotherapist Chamin Ajjan as instructors.

Persons: Ashton Jackson, John Bowe, Noah Zandan, Chamin Ajjan Organizations: CNBC Locations: Preregister

☆ Golden visas attracted wealthy Americans to Southern Europe. Then their housing crisis followed.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-09 | by ( Eliza Relman | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

This is in part the doing of so-called "golden visas," hugely popular residency visas for foreign investors. And they purchased more Portuguese golden visas than any other nationality in 2022. Related storiesBut as Portugal has experienced a worsening housing affordability crisis, Portuguese public opinion on golden visas has soured. Last year, the country changed the terms of its golden visa program to exclude real estate investment. Other southern European countries are following suit, similarly pointing to skyrocketing real estate prices.

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☆ Travel news: Living the Italian dream just got easier, thanks to a new visa
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-04 | by ( Maureen O'Hare | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

CNN —In travel news this week: submersible superyachts for billionaires, the megahub airport that could be the world’s busiest, plus new digital nomad visas in Turkey and Italy. New digital nomad visasPacking up your life and making a fresh start abroad is a dream for many, and new visa programs and tax incentives are making it a bit more achievable. Portugal, Spain and Costa Rica are some of the countries with popular digital nomad visas, and now there are two new options for remote workers. Turkey’s vibrant cities and glorious coastline can be enjoyed with its new digital nomad visa which is open to citizens of 36 countries, including the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom, ages 21 to 55. Italy’s long-anticipated digital nomad visa is also now accepting applications.

Persons: you’re, Hopper, he’d, “ It’s, ”, Latronico, there’d Organizations: CNN, European Union, European Economic, KSL, Mount Fuji Locations: Turkey, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Costa Rica, United States, Canada, France, United Kingdom, Italian, Italy London, Texas, Costa, Los Angeles, Basilicata, Austrian, Utah, Indonesia, Caicos, Mull, Kintyre, Miami

☆ Star Wars was the first Lego license — 25 years later, it's stronger than ever
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-04 | by ( Sarah Whitten | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Star Wars Lego models are seen at the Bricks & Figs museum in Krakow, Poland, on April 15, 2023. A design director at the Denmark-based Lego company, he has spent the past 25 years creating Lego Star Wars sets. Now, Lego Star Wars has become a blueprint for the company's other brand deals — think Harry Potter, Batman and Marvel's Avengers. The Lego Star Wars collaboration came at a time of financial turmoil for Lego. Lego Icons, Lego Technic, Lego City and Lego Harry Potter also performed well.

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☆ Johnson looks to unify GOP with crack down on college campus protests
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-02 | by ( Annie Grayer | Melanie Zanona | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

“Anti-Israel protests on college campuses threaten Jewish students,” says the ad, which was shared first with CNN. While supporters of the legislation say it will help combat antisemitism on college campuses, opponents argue it overreaches and threatens to chill free speech. Some Democrats see the new investigative effort into college campuses and Johnson’s recent visit to Columbia University as a divisive political ploy. “Clearly it’s a very high priority for him,” GOP Rep. Frank Lucas of Oklahoma, the chairman of the House Science Committee, told CNN. House GOP Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik, who sits on the Education panel, is also expected to play a prominent role in the effort.

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☆ Here's who qualifies for Turkey's new digital nomad visa and how to apply
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-30 | by ( Jordan Hart | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Turkey is the latest country to open its arms to remote workers keen to relocate. Here's what it takes to get the Digital Nomad Identification Certificate for Turkey. Related storiesThe Digital Nomad Identification Certificate, which is the first step to a digital nomad visa, is open to remote workers ages 21 to 55. If approved, it's as simple as applicants receiving a certificate with a barcode that they can use to apply for the digital nomad visa at the Turkish consulate. Earlier this month Italy announced that it would welcome remote workers and their families on renewable digital nomad visas.

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☆ A new version of TikTok that rewards you with Amazon vouchers and gift cards for watching videos is facing a crackdown in Europe
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-23 | by ( Matthew Loh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewDigital regulators in Europe are clamping down on a new feature by TikTok that rewards users for consuming videos and interacting with creators, citing addiction concerns among children. The European Commission said on Monday that it had opened formal proceedings against TikTok Lite, a spinoff version of the TikTok app that uses less mobile data and launched in Spain and France in March. Users can earn such points on the Lite app by watching videos for up to 85 minutes daily. "We suspect TikTok 'Lite' could be as toxic and addictive as cigarettes 'light,'" said Thierry Breton, commissioner for the internal market in the EU. "The TikTok Lite rewards hub is not available to under 18s, and there is a daily limit on video watch tasks," the spokesperson said.

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☆ Bitcoin's next gen tokens are here. Inside the Silicon Valley hacker house where 17 coders helped build the new memecoin market
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-22 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +10 min

Magic Eden coders gathered in an Airbnb in San Jose, California, to hack in preparation for the so-called bitcoin halving. Their goal was to spend a week hacking to prepare for the so-called bitcoin halving — an event that is baked into the chain's code and helps to stave off inflation through programmatic monetary policy. watch nowTechnically speaking, runes just enables asset issuance of fungible tokens on bitcoin's base chain. The reason this is significant to developers is because of its efficiency relative to existing BRC-20 tokens, bitcoin's widely-used fungible token standard that has already received a ton of traction. "There's definitely been an awakening of capital interest in the bitcoin layer two space," said Muneeb Ali, who co-founded Stacks — an open-source blockchain network that brings smart contracts to bitcoin.

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☆ If you’re investing in the AI theme for the long haul, here’s how to pick the winners
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-20 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Artificial intelligence has shaken up the investing landscape since the groundbreaking launch of ChatGPT in November 2022. Since then, investors have poured money into all things related to AI as they hunt for the next big winners. AI is poised to be a central theme as the technology transitions from early-stage winners to second-stage adopters. When it comes to chip stocks, Schleif also recommends taking a look at government grants. She highlighted the Global X Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF (BOTZ) , the First Trust Nasdaq AI and Robotics ETF (ROBT) and the Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF (AIQ).

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☆ Bitcoin halving isn't a big deal for long-term investors, but may have a 'huge' impact on one key group, says Columbia professor
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-19 | by ( Cheyenne Devon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Bitcoin's "halving" is expected to happen soon. But its potential impact depends on your relationship to the coin; it's likely to affect miners and investors differently. "To the people who own bitcoin because they think it's a good store of value, this halving is not that big of a deal. Miners receive bitcoins, known as block rewards, for verifying and validating transactions and helping keep the blockchain network secure. What the bitcoin halving may mean for investorsWhile the halving itself doesn't directly impact bitcoin's price, investors' anticipation of the event can lead to highly erratic price movements, says Douglas Boneparth, a certified financial planner and president of Bone Fide Wealth.

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☆ Italy launched a new digital nomad visa—find out if you qualify and where to apply
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-12 | by ( Celia Fernandez | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Italy is one of the many countries in Europe now offering digital nomad visas. If you're a digital nomad or a remote worker looking for your next home away from home, consider Italy. The country's new digital nomad visa went into effect his month, according to Euronews. The visa is good for one year and can be renewed Armando Oliveira | Istock | Getty ImagesTo take advantage of Italy's new digital nomad visa, remote workers must have an annual income of at least three times the minimum level required for exemption from participating in healthcare costs. Italy also requires applicants to have health insurance for the duration of their stay, suitable accommodations, and proof that they have been digital nomads or remote workers in another place for at least six months.

Persons: Armando Oliveira Organizations: Istock Locations: Italy, Europe, Italian

☆ 3 keys to curbing data security risks when adopting generative AI
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-03 | by ( Sponsor Post | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Generative AI is poised to boost annual profits by $2.6 to $4.4 trillion, according to consulting firm McKinsey & Company. As is the case with any nascent technology, generative AI services come with their fair share of risks and uncertainties, but running generative AI solutions in your data center may result in more flexibility and control over data. Fast Facts: Generative AI is poised to boost annual profits by $2.6 to $4.4 trillion45% of IT decision-makers cited risks to data and IP as the top reason they are hesitant about embracing generative AI. of IT decision-makers cited risks to data and IP as the top reason they are hesitant about embracing generative AI. Weigh generative AI's many risksControl is critical at a time when concerns about managing generative AI technologies loom large.

Persons: LLMs, Dell Organizations: McKinsey & Company, Dell Technologies, Dell, Insider Studios Locations: GenAI

☆ EU launches probe into Meta, Apple and Alphabet under sweeping new tech law
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-25 | by ( Arjun Kharpal | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

(Photo by Dursun Aydemir/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)The first two probes focus on Alphabet and Apple and relate to so-called "anti-steering rules." The European Union on Monday opened an investigation into Apple , Alphabet and Meta , in its first probe under the sweeping new Digital Markets Act tech legislation. "The way that Apple and Alphabet's implemented the DMA rules on anti-steering seems to be at odds with the letter of the law. Apple and Alphabet will still charge various recurring fees, and still limit steering," EU competition chief Margrethe Vestager said during a press conference on Monday. "We're confident our plan complies with the DMA, and we'll continue to constructively engage with the European Commission as they conduct their investigations.

Persons: Margrethe Vestager, Dursun Aydemir, Apple, Oliver Bethell Organizations: European Commission, Anadolu Agency, Getty, Digital Markets, Google, European Union, Apple, Markets, CNBC Locations: Europe, Brussels, Belgium

☆ The SAT is now digital for the first time. One test expert says the new format makes the test easier.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-12 | by ( Kristina Puga | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

The test is shorter, adaptive, and tests real-world skills. One test expert says it's easier than past versions but clarifies it's still not an easy test. The digital SAT has some content changesFor starters, the digital test will be shorter and adaptive. "There's even a digital calculator built into the testing application, in case you don't have a graphing calculator," Patel said. AdvertisementThe digital SAT is easier"The new question types are actually testing students in a much more real-world manner than the previous versions of the SAT," Patel said.

Persons: it's, —, Brown, Shaan Patel —, Patel, you'll Organizations: Service, Yale Locations: Dartmouth

☆ Biden campaign takes aim at Trump stance on entitlements in new advertisement
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-11 | by ( Brian Schwartz | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

The reelection campaign of President Joe Biden on Monday released a new digital advertisement targeting Donald Trump over comments the former president made to CNBC about cutting government programs including Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. The Biden campaign gave CNBC a first look at the new 20-second ad highlighting the statement on "Squawk Box" by Trump, who as the presumptive GOP presidential nominee is expected to face Biden in November's election. In the interview on Monday, CNBC host Joe Kernen asked Trump if he had changed his "outlook on how to handle entitlements: Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid?" I won't cut Social security. "If you losers didn't cut his answer short, you would know President Trump was talking about cutting waste," the Trump campaign said in a tweet responding to the Biden campaign's post featuring video of the former president.

Persons: Joe Biden, Donald Trump, Biden, Trump, Joe Kernen, Andrew Bates Organizations: Joe Biden disembarks Air Force, CNBC, Social Security, Facebook, U.S Locations: Manchester , New Hampshire, November's, president's State, New Hampshire

☆ What an intense weekend on the campaign trail tells us about a Biden-Trump matchup
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-10 | by ( Stephen Collinson | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

An intense weekend of campaigning, with the rivals both visiting the critical swing state of Georgia, laid out the stakes of their clash – as well as their strategies and vulnerabilities. Still, a successful State of the Union address can clarify a president’s purpose not just to voters – but to himself and his own campaign. Backstage in Georgia, Trump met the parents of Laken Riley, the 22-year-old nursing student who was allegedly killed by an undocumented migrant. Biden’s campaign knows it must do more to defuse concerns about his capacity to fully serve a second term. “Here’s a guy who’s kicking off his general election campaign up the road with Marjorie Taylor Greene.

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☆ Apple backs down against ‘Fortnite"-maker Epic Games amid EU investigation threat
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-08 | by ( Brian Fung | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

Apple relenting means Epic will be able to bring “Fortnite” back to iPhones in Europe, Epic said in a blog post. “Apple has told us and committed to the European Commission that they will reinstate our developer account. Apple said it reached the decision “following conversations with Epic” in which Epic committed to following Apple’s new EU-focused policies. “Epic Sweden AB has been permitted to re-sign the developer agreement and accepted into the Apple Developer Program,” Apple said in a statement. Epic CEO Tim Sweeney wrote back to Apple promising to abide by its terms, but Apple rescinded the developer account anyway.

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