COVID-19

COVID-19 is caused by a coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2. Older adults and people who have severe underlying medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness.

Source: cdc.gov

JPMC Halts Non-PPP SMB Loans

JPMC Halts Non-PPP SMB Loans
JPMC Halts Non-PPP SMB Loans
April 08, 2020  |  Loans

Those looking for a loan outside of the government’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) won’t find it from JPMorgan Chase, which has decided to focus solely...

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State-Backed Hackers Playing On COVID-19 Fears, US And UK Warn
State-Backed Hackers Playing On COVID-19 Fears, US And UK Warn
April 08, 2020  |  Fraud Attack

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to roil the U.S. and the U.K., a wave of new cyberattacks appears to be taking advantage of the situation...

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UN: 195 Million Jobs Will Be Lost To Coronavirus In 2Q
UN: 195 Million Jobs Will Be Lost To Coronavirus In 2Q
April 08, 2020  |  Economy

Being called the “worst crisis since World War II,” the coronavirus is set to wipe out 6.7 percent of working hours across the globe in...

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In China, Pent-Up Demand For Cosmetics A Blip Or Trend?
In China, Pent-Up Demand For Cosmetics A Blip Or Trend?
April 08, 2020  |  Retail

Emerging from lockdown, Chinese consumers may be opening up (digital) wallets and purses … though gradually. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Bitcoin Daily: Bisq Resumes Trading Following $250K+ Hack; TX Securities Board Takes Emergency Action Against Crypto Mining Firm
Bitcoin Daily: Bisq Resumes Trading Following $250K+ Hack; TX Securities Board Takes Emergency Action Against...
April 08, 2020  |  Bitcoin

After a cybercriminal took advantage of a sizable software flaw to steal digital currency valued at over $250,000, Bisq suddenly stopped allowing trading Tuesday night...

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US Dems Push For Small Businesses, Hospitals First In Next Financial Aid
US Dems Push For Small Businesses, Hospitals First In Next Financial Aid
April 08, 2020  |  Economy

Top Democratic officials in the U.S. have a new list of demands for the next round of stimulus funds to fight the effects of the coronavirus pandemic,...

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Dick’s Sporting Goods Puts Staffers On Leave Amid COVID-19
Dick’s Sporting Goods Puts Staffers On Leave Amid COVID-19
April 08, 2020  |  Retail

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, Dick’s Sporting Goods is putting many of its approximately 40,000 staffers on leave, but affected team members will keep receiving benefits. The sporting...

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McDonald’s Sales Drop; CEO Takes 50 Pct. Pay Cut
McDonald’s Sales Drop; CEO Takes 50 Pct. Pay Cut
April 08, 2020  |  Retail

Not surprisingly, McDonald’s Corp. posted a dive in sales for the first quarter as its stores closed and the company relied on delivery and takeout...

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Mnuchin Assures SMBs That Gov’t Relief Funds Won’t Run Out
Mnuchin Assures SMBs That Gov’t Relief Funds Won’t Run Out
April 08, 2020  |  Loans

U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin reassured the nation’s small businesses that they shouldn’t worry about getting a government bailout as they struggle to stay afloat during...

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