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FTC/Facebook Privacy Settlement Has Major Flaws
What the FTC's settlement does in regards to preventing Facebook's continued monetisation of mass surveillance is pretty-much "nothing" more than a "slap on the wrist". The filing, in federal court in Washington, effectively challenges the FTC's fitness to act as the nation's privacy enforcer even as some members of Congress are floating the idea of creating a separate data protection agency to ... [Full Article...]
FDA issues advisory on imported basil
Produce labeled "Jersey Fresh" has been grown in the Garden State. Nationally, 38 people were hospitalized, and no deaths were reported. There have been a total of 132 illnesses, with four hospitalizations, according to the FDA. The department also said it has no evidence of ongoing risk at the restaurants involved in the outbreaks. FDA has requested a voluntary recall and the firm has agree... [Full Article...]
Can analysts adopt a bullish outlook for Canfor Corporation (TSE:CFP)?
The Gross Margin Score is calculated by looking at the Gross Margin and the overall stability of the company over the course of 8 years. This entails making investment decisions that are opposite of what the majority are doing, such as buying when everyone else is selling and vice-versa. [Full Article...]
Sports Direct unveils potential £605m tax bill along with much-delayed results
Sports Direct said it is not a formal tax assessment but a "proces verbal", and that the group will enter mediation to respond to authorities' questions. Investors were keen to hear more about the takeover spree embarked on this year - with House of Fraser of particular interest - after bosses revealed in December last year that it had made a loss of £31.5 million since it was bought for £90 mi... [Full Article...]
GTA Online Diamond Casino inaccessible for players in more than 50 countries
Once players have casino chips, they can use them for virtual gambling on slot machines, blackjack, roulette, or three-hand poker. These bonuses can be either deposit or no deposit bonuses. Worldwide governments have been paying closer attention to in-game purchases as of late, too. This bonus specifically aims at slot players and promote a designated slot game. [Full Article...]
Activision Blizzard Inc (NASDAQ:ATVI) Just Reported Decreased Shorts
Some investors will choose to stay away from any big trades during earnings season. Once the dust settles and the picture becomes a little clearer, investors may be able to properly rotate in or out of a certain name or sector. The company's revenue for the quarter was down 8.7% compared to the same quarter past year. The score is a number between one and one hundred (1 being best and 100 being ... [Full Article...]
U.S. judge slashes $2bn verdict against Bayer in Roundup case
Judge Smith found that "there is evidence that Monsanto had information that was not available to the scientific or medical community and that it sought to impede, discourage or distort scientific inquiry and the resulting science". Bayer is appealing, or plans to appeal, all verdicts. The Pilliods' damage awards "cannot stand given that leading health regulators around the world have repeatedly... [Full Article...]
MAC is giving away free lipsticks tomorrow for International Lipstick Day
MAC is participating in International Lipstick day again by giving away free lippies from July 26-29. Macy's customers will also receive a complimentary cosmetic bag and lip-shaped tube squeezer. Let us know which shade you're hoping for in the comments. The free lipstick with purchase is available for three days - Saturday through Monday. Grab your free lipstick in-store or by filling up your... [Full Article...]