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UPDATE – Former PepsiCo Senior Executive Named CEO of Arbitrade

Feb 26, 2018 18:35 pm UTC| Business

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2018 -- The Board of ARBITRADE is pleased to announce that the role of the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Leonard Schutzman, has been expanded to Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Schutzman had a...

CORRECTING and REPLACING -- Geneva Motor Show: Magna Offers Unique Expertise in Complete Vehicle Manufacturing

Feb 26, 2018 18:31 pm UTC| Business

SAILAUF, Germany, Feb. 26, 2018 -- In a release issued earlier today under the same headline by Magna International (TSX:MG) (NYSE:MGA), please note in the first bullet of the release and at the end of the first...

Roper Technologies to Present at Raymond James Investor Conference

Feb 26, 2018 18:30 pm UTC| Business

SARASOTA, Fla., Feb. 26, 2018 -- Roper Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:ROP) announced that it is presenting at the Raymond James 39th Annual Institutional Investors Conference on Monday, March 5, 2018 at 10:25 AM ET, at the JW...

State Bank Corp. Increases Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend by 50% to $0.06 per Share

Feb 26, 2018 18:11 pm UTC| Business

LAKE HAVASU CITY, Arizona, Feb. 26, 2018 -- State Bank Corp. (OTCPink:SBAZ) (“Company”), the holding company for Mohave State Bank (“Bank”), today announced its Board of Directors increased its regular quarterly cash...

National General Holdings Corp. Announces Dividends on Common and Preferred Stock

Feb 26, 2018 18:00 pm UTC| Business

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2018 -- National General Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ:NGHC) today announced that its Board of Directors approved quarterly dividends on the company's common and preferred stock as follows: A cash dividend...

SILTECTRA’s “Twinning” Breakthrough Promises to Vastly Reduce Wafering Costs for Manufacturers of Silicon Carbide-Based IC Devices

Feb 26, 2018 18:00 pm UTC| Business

DRESDEN, Germany, Feb. 26, 2018 -- SILTECTRA GmbH, a leader in advanced wafering technology solutions and services, today reports that it has validated a breakthrough capability for its COLD SPLIT technology. COLD SPLIT...

Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza Announces Grand Opening of Second Kansas location

Feb 26, 2018 17:59 pm UTC| Business

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 26, 2018 -- Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza, the fast-casual artisanal pizza concept known for its chef-driven menu and casually hip restaurants, announced today that it will open its second Kansas location,...

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Economy

U.S. Services Sector Hits 1.5-Year High in September as Employment Weakens

The U.S. services sector expanded at its fastest pace in 18 months in September, driven by strong new orders, according to the Institute for Supply Management. However, the robust growth came as employment in the sector...

Major Gaps in Home Loan Data Raise Concerns Over Discriminatory Lending and Accountability

A new report from the National Community Reinvestment Coalition reveals that over 12% of U.S. home loan applicants fail to provide race data, undermining efforts to detect discriminatory lending. The lack of complete data...

U.S. payrolls exceeded expectations significantly, while the unemployment rate dropps to 4.1%.

Nonfarm employment rose by 254,000 in September, exceeding the average expectation of 150,000. Revisions for employment growth in the prior two months added another 72,000. Over the latest three months, average payroll...

Canvas: A New Collaborative Interface for ChatGPT Users

Canvas is an innovative interface designed for those using ChatGPT for writing and coding projects that require more than just a chat-based approach. This early beta provides a side-by-side workspace for users to...

JPMorgan Analysts Forecast Bitcoin and Gold Surge Amid Geopolitical Tensions and U.S. Election

JPMorgan analysts project that rising geopolitical tensions and the upcoming U.S. election will drive a surge in demand for Bitcoin and gold. This shift comes as investors look for alternatives to safeguard their assets...

Politics

Donald Trump Receives Overwhelming Endorsement: ‘200+ Military Leaders Back His Return to the White House'

In a stunning show of support, more than 200 retired military generals and admirals have publicly endorsed former President Donald Trump in an open letter, underscoring their belief in his leadership and commitment to the...

Donald Trump's Pal Elon Musk Slams Kamala Harris Win: 'A Disaster for Civilization'

Elon Musk has voiced serious concerns about Kamala Harris potentially winning the upcoming presidential election, calling it not only bad for America but warning that it could spell disaster for the future of civilization...

Donald Trump Set for Landslide Victory: ‘Commanding Lead in Key States – This Could Be Unstoppable'

Donald Trump appears to be positioned for a sweeping victory in the upcoming presidential election, as new polling data suggests the former president holds a commanding lead in several crucial battleground states....

Donald Trump Refuses 60 Minutes Interview Over Lack of Apology for Hunter Biden Laptop Story

In a bold move, former President Donald Trump announced that he is refusing to sit down for an interview with 60 Minutes until he receives an apology for the networks previous claims regarding Hunter Bidens infamous...

Biden-Harris Admin Warns FEMA May Run Out of Funds Amid Hurricane Season After Billions Sent Overseas

In a shocking development, the Biden-Harris administration announced that FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) may not have enough resources to make it through the rest of hurricane season. This warning comes on the...

Science

Europe Pushes Back Against SpaceX's Efforts to Expand Starlink Direct-to-Cell Operations

European mobile network operators are opposing SpaceXs initiative to expand Starlink Direct-to-Cell services, urging the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to reject SpaceXs request to operate beyond standard...

SpaceX and T-Mobile Begin Testing Starlink Cellular Satellite Service Ahead of 2025 Launch

SpaceX and T-Mobile have reportedly initiated tests for their highly anticipated Starlink Cellular satellite service. Speculation emerged after users noticed satellite activity on their phones, fueling excitement ahead of...

SpaceX Pauses Falcon 9 Launches After Anomaly During Crew 9 Mission Investigation

SpaceX has suspended all Falcon 9 launches after an anomaly occurred with the rockets second stage during the Crew 9 mission for NASA. The second stage failed to land as planned, prompting an investigation and delaying...

Tesla’s $25K Compact Car Could Drive Bigger Stock Gains Than Robotaxi, Analyst Predicts

As anticipation builds for Teslas Robotaxi, some analysts believe the companys upcoming $25,000 compact car will have a more significant impact on its stock. Gary Black of The Future Fund argues that entering the...

Starlink Reaches 4 Million Customers Globally as SpaceX Expands Operations and Services

SpaceXs Starlink has officially surpassed 4 million customers across more than 100 countries. This milestone was announced by SpaceX COO Gwynne Shotwell, who also outlined plans for expanding Starlinks satellite network...

Technology

Apple Rumored to Unveil microLED Smart Glasses in 2026—A Game-Changer?

Apple is reportedly gearing up to release its highly anticipated smart glasses featuring microLED technology by 2026. The rumored device could redefine wearable tech with a lightweight design and unprecedented...

Foxconn Breaks Records with AI-Fueled Revenue Surge, Surpasses Forecasts in Blockbuster Q3 Performance

Foxconn, the worlds largest contract electronics maker, reported record-breaking third-quarter revenue of $57.3 billion, driven by strong demand for AI servers and cloud equipment. The company outperformed forecasts,...

Cybertruck Non-Foundation Images Leak Online, Revealing Tesla’s Stripped-Down Electric Pickup

The first images of Teslas highly anticipated non-Foundation Cybertruck have leaked online, revealing a more streamlined version without the premium upgrades. The all-electric trucks basic design is now stirring excitement...

POPCAT Hits $1.26 After 25% Surge—Is a $5 Rally On the Horizon?

POPCATs price surged 25% over the past 24 hours, climbing to a record high of $1.26. This dramatic rise places it among the top market gainers, with analysts forecasting further gains potentially pushing the memecoin...

Shiba Inu Trade Volume Explodes to $500 Million – Is a Massive SHIB Rally About to Begin?

Shiba Inu (SHIB) saw a dramatic rise in trade volume over the past 24 hours, climbing by 24.75% to nearly $500 million. Coupled with increased open interest and a key technical rebound, SHIB shows signs of potential...