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

Airbnb Customers Want Refunds

Airbnb Customers Want Refunds
Airbnb Customers Want Refunds
April 07, 2020  |  Economy

Amid disruptions in the travel industry, Airbnb pledged in March to provide cash refunds to qualified guests who have had stays disrupted by the coronavirus...

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The Rapid-Onset Delivery Ecosystem Evolution
The Rapid-Onset Delivery Ecosystem Evolution
April 07, 2020  |  Delivery

While the eventual goal for perhaps all participants in the pre-COVID-19 commerce ecosystem was to center their operations around a digital-first mentality, priorities have shifted...

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Trump Wants Additional $250 Billion For SMB Loans
Trump Wants Additional $250 Billion For SMB Loans
April 07, 2020  |  Loans

President Donald Trump said he is working with congressional leaders to come up with another $250 billion in loan guarantees to help small- and medium-sized...

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Today In Payments: Fed Plans New Facility For SMB PPP Loans; SBA Computer Crash Tangles PPP Loan Process
Today In Payments: Fed Plans New Facility For SMB PPP Loans; SBA Computer Crash Tangles...
April 07, 2020  |  News

In today’s top news, the Federal Reserve and Treasury Department are collaborating to develop a new facility to help small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) stay...

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Bank Of Finland Predicts Pandemic Will Trigger Major Recession
Bank Of Finland Predicts Pandemic Will Trigger Major Recession
April 07, 2020  |  Economy

The global coronavirus pandemic has cast a dark cloud over Finland’s economy, as the central bank predicts the worst recession in over 100 years, according...

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Extra Federal Benefits Ease Layoff Decisions For Employers
Extra Federal Benefits Ease Layoff Decisions For Employers
April 07, 2020  |  Economy

Some employers are breathing a sigh of relief, noting that their laid-off workers are much better off financially amid the economic dive of the COVID-19...

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Senate Majority Leader Calls For More SMB Relief Funds
Senate Majority Leader Calls For More SMB Relief Funds
April 07, 2020  |  Loans

Amid high demand for federal help, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced he would try to approve additional funding for a small business loan...

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Singapore Loosens Banking Rules Amid COVID-19 Economic Turmoil
Singapore Loosens Banking Rules Amid COVID-19 Economic Turmoil
April 07, 2020  |  Bank Regulation

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said on Tuesday (April 7) that it will allow banks more leeway with regulatory requirements and programs so that...

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