Global News Network: July 2020

Friday, 31 July 2020

Apple leapfrogs Saudi Aramco now world's biggest company

"Apple leapfrogs Saudi Aramco now world's biggest company" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/3ghdumU

Nikola founder says his company 'just has to execute' now on hydrogen fuel cell trucks

Nikola founder and executive chairman Trevor Milton explains why his company saw an opportunity to enter the hydrogen fuel cell truck market and expresses his excitement to be the first one on the market. He later talks about his company's plans to compete directly with Tesla."Nikola founder says his company 'just has to execute' now on hydrogen fuel cell trucks" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/31639nA

Fed isn't changing rates for a long time: Rick Rieder

BlackRock global fixed income CIO Rick Rieder says the Federal Reserve isn't going to touch the interest rates for a very long time and believes they're going to grow the size of their balance sheet. He later discusses the possible economic recovery in the second half of the year, how the American markets are reacting to coronavirus and big tech stocks."Fed isn't changing rates for a long time: Rick Rieder" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/30iYDTi

How AI can speed up clinical trials

AI technology essentially does three things for the clinical trial process: Makes it faster, more reliable and more secure."How AI can speed up clinical trials" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/33kW2KR

TikTok is shopping itself and Microsoft is interested

As the White House prepares to enact a ban on TikTok from being used by U.S. consumers over security concerns, the popular music app's Chinese-based parent company is looking for a savior in the form of tech giant Microsoft."TikTok is shopping itself and Microsoft is interested" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/3hWXsza

Trump administration considering "banning TikTok"

President Trump said Friday that his administration is considering banning the Chinese-owned social media app TikTok amid rising security concerns."Trump administration considering "banning TikTok"" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2PaHIw9

Coronavirus is a case of mass murder, perpetrated by China: Gordon Chang

Gordon Chang responds to Sen. Dianne Feinstein's comments about China pulling millions out of poverty and claiming it was growing into a respectable nation, calling her statements 'indefensible.' He later addresses the China fishing fleet off the Galapagos Islands and the status of U.S.-China relations."Coronavirus is a case of mass murder, perpetrated by China: Gordon Chang" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2BQkjNq

Why labs are taking so long to process coronavirus tests

American Pharmacists Association president Michael Hogue explains why it would help if pharmacists could administer COVID-19 tests."Why labs are taking so long to process coronavirus tests" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2PfKNLn

Facebook to show licensed music videos on platform

Facebook has partnered with some of the biggest names in music to publish licensed music videos."Facebook to show licensed music videos on platform" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2XeEHzf

Overstock.com booming due to online shopping during coronavirus, CEO says

Overstock CEO Jonathan Johnson explains why his company flourished during the coronavirus pandemic, saying new customers tripled on his site during the second quarter and more people are buying furnishings online."Overstock.com booming due to online shopping during coronavirus, CEO says" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/30ibvck

Trump, Please Quit Before You’re Fired

By Timothy Egan via NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2XdZsv4 New York Times

SBA disaster loan investigation reveals rampant fraud: Report

More than 5,000 complaints have been made by financial institutions."SBA disaster loan investigation reveals rampant fraud: Report" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2PhcIux

Lockheed Martin wins $15B Air Force contract for Super Hercules

The U.S. Air Force and U..S Navy on Friday announced both had awarded Lockheed Martin substantial aircraft contracts"Lockheed Martin wins $15B Air Force contract for Super Hercules" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/3fE3aoI

Coronavirus has Americans hooked on canned tuna, and producers are playing catch up

Bumble Bee Foods said sales of canned and pouched tuna jumped as much as 100 percent from mid-March to early April."Coronavirus has Americans hooked on canned tuna, and producers are playing catch up" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2OokDFT

Coronavirus caused majority of New Yorkers to lose work income

Between February and May New York City lost 937,000 jobs."Coronavirus caused majority of New Yorkers to lose work income" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2Op2JCH

Ford COO Farley says Bronco interest is highest of any vehicle launch

Ford is betting big on the new and improved Bronco."Ford COO Farley says Bronco interest is highest of any vehicle launch" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2CBnJ6s

Soap makers are cleaning up amid the pandemic, but can't get enough hand pumps

Demand for soap during the coronavirus pandemic has resulted in a shortage of hand pump soap dispensers."Soap makers are cleaning up amid the pandemic, but can't get enough hand pumps" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/3gNji7u

What is Patrick Mahomes’ tax bill on his record-breaking contract?

The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback signed the most lucrative deal in sports history this week."What is Patrick Mahomes’ tax bill on his record-breaking contract?" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2BDAsWt

Family files discrimination lawsuit against Hampton Inn

A Black family has filed a federal lawsuit against the parent company of Hampton Inn and others after the family said a North Carolina clerk called police on them over a billing dispute two years ago."Family files discrimination lawsuit against Hampton Inn" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2NZowR7

Treasury takes 30% stake in trucking company in exchange for $700M loan

The company is a “critical vendor” to the Department of Defense, government says."Treasury takes 30% stake in trucking company in exchange for $700M loan" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/3e10mQW

Yelp asks diners to be more 'empathetic' with restaurant reviews

Ratings services like Yelp have asked diners to be a little more understanding when it comes to reviewing restaurants during the coronavirus pandemic."Yelp asks diners to be more 'empathetic' with restaurant reviews" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/3ggY3Lb

Florida Teenager Is Charged as ‘Mastermind’ of Twitter Hack

By Kate Conger and Nathaniel Popper via NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2Xh4uqp New York Times

Scared That Covid-19 Immunity Won’t Last? Don’t Be

By Akiko Iwasaki and Ruslan Medzhitov via NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2P7OdQi New York Times

Thursday, 30 July 2020

Bitcoin Holding Uptrend Support: Here’s Why 100 SMA Could Trigger Fresh Surge

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Bitcoin Must Hold $10,800 to Maintain Bullish Bias—But Will It?

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Data: Long-Term Bitcoin Investors Holding Strong Despite Latest Rally

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Why Bitcoin is the Best Insurance Policy For Long-Term Wealth Preservation

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As Crypto Rips Higher, the US SEC Is Warning of ICO Scams Yet Again

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This Fractal Suggests XRP is on the Cusp of Seeing a Parabolic Rally

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How the Ethereum-Based Ampleforth’s 50% Crash Shows DeFi Investing Risks

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Ethereum Could Soon Get “Launched” Past $400 as Technical Strength Grows

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Coronavirus Live Updates: Fauci and Other Health Officials to Testify Before Congress on Friday

By Unknown Author via NYT World https://ift.tt/338PcrJ New York Times

Obama Unleashes on Trump Privately as He Raises $24 Million for Biden

By Shane Goldmacher and Glenn Thrush via NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/31ft4cH New York Times

4.2-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Near Los Angeles

By Christine Hauser via NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/39EGG4O New York Times

The Book of Statuses

By Unknown Author via NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/3hORwYN New York Times

Yes, the Coronavirus Is in the Air

By Linsey C. Marr via NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/39Dncxo New York Times

Aboard the Diamond Princess, a Case Study in Aerosol Transmission

By Benedict Carey and James Glanz via NYT Health https://ift.tt/3jUZK3t New York Times

Mysterious Coronavirus Outbreak Catches Vietnam by Surprise

By Hannah Beech and Chau Doan via NYT World https://ift.tt/2P5uJM3 New York Times

Teachers Are Wary of Returning to Class, and Online Instruction Too

By Dana Goldstein and Eliza Shapiro via NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Eovei6 New York Times

Australia to force Facebook, Google to pay media companies for content

U.S. social media and search giants would be required to negotiate with Australian media companies to use their content"Australia to force Facebook, Google to pay media companies for content" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2P8Ngab

Silicon Valley may have more power than some US government branches: Expert

Media Research Center president and founder Brent Bozell says there are no checks and balances in Silicon Valley, which allows social media and tech giants to influence speech, and he says these companies need to be held accountable. "Silicon Valley may have more power than some US government branches: Expert " via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/3hTCUYk

Facebook posts revenue growth despite pandemic

Facebook Inc. powered through the throes of the pandemic, as the social-media giant posted higher revenue thanks to increased engagement from users."Facebook posts revenue growth despite pandemic" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/2Xtqz5t

Revoking big tech protection law has bipartisan support: FCC Commissioner

FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr discusses special protections for big tech companies, the conversation around revoking Section 230 and conservative censorship on social media. "Revoking big tech protection law has bipartisan support: FCC Commissioner" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/30dlwYi

Huawei surpasses Samsung and Apple in global smartphone market

Huawei sold more smartphones across the globe than Samsung or Apple for the first time ever in the second quarter of 2020, according to research firm Canalys."Huawei surpasses Samsung and Apple in global smartphone market" via FOX BIZ https://ift.tt/338sSOQ

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