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SEC: Binance’s DOJ Settlement Strengthens Our Case

SEC: Binance’s DOJ Settlement Strengthens Our Case
SEC: Binance’s DOJ Settlement Strengthens Our Case
December 10, 2023  |  Cryptocurrency

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says Binance’s recent plea deal gives it new ammunition against the cryptocurrency exchange. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Is White Elephant Gift-Giving Still a Holiday Hit? 
Is White Elephant Gift-Giving Still a Holiday Hit? 
December 09, 2023  |  Retail

Even in the face of inflation, consumers are proving that they won’t “checkout” easily when it comes to tradition. Last week, PYMNTS delved into whether...

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Nextdoor Launches Self-Service Portal for Advertising, Content APIs
Nextdoor Launches Self-Service Portal for Advertising, Content APIs
December 08, 2023  |  API

Neighborhood network Nextdoor has launched a self-service portal that allows organizations to access its application programming interface (API) options and use them to connect with potential customers. ...

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Judge Rules Binance Founder Zhao Must Remain in US 
Judge Rules Binance Founder Zhao Must Remain in US 
December 08, 2023  |  Cryptocurrency

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao must remain in the United States while awaiting his sentencing on Feb. 23.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Harpoon Ventures Raises $125 Million to Support Startups
Harpoon Ventures Raises $125 Million to Support Startups
December 08, 2023  |  Investments

Early-stage venture capital (VC) firm Harpoon Ventures has closed a $125 million fund to support enterprise startups serving the public and private sectors.  Get the Full Story...

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Google Delivers Formal Response to EU’s Threat to Ad Tech Unit 
Google Delivers Formal Response to EU’s Threat to Ad Tech Unit 
December 08, 2023  |  Google

Google has made a formal response to the European Union’s (EU) threat to break up its profitable advertising technology (ad tech) arm, calling the allegations “flawed.”...

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Telehealth Goes Mainstream as 6 in 10 Boomers Embrace Trend
Telehealth Goes Mainstream as 6 in 10 Boomers Embrace Trend
December 08, 2023  |  Healthcare

The healthcare industry is undergoing a digital transformation, with telehealth services gaining popularity among consumers of all ages. Even baby boomers, often stereotyped as resistant...

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Class-Action Lawsuit Targets DraftKings Promotional Offer 
Class-Action Lawsuit Targets DraftKings Promotional Offer 
December 08, 2023  |  Legal

Sports betting operator DraftKings is reportedly facing a class-action lawsuit filed in the Massachusetts Superior Court.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Face-Scanning Technology Becomes Focus of EU’s AI Act Negotiations 
Face-Scanning Technology Becomes Focus of EU’s AI Act Negotiations 
December 08, 2023  |  Artificial Intelligence

European Union (EU) negotiators are reportedly engaged in discussions to establish the most comprehensive regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) in the western world.  Get the Full...

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