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Alibaba, Baidu, and 23 Other Chinese Tech Companies Pledged to Help Government Fight Online Terrorism

As a response to China’s new anti-terror law, 25 tech companies in the country have signed a pledge to help the government combat online terror activities. Under the law, tech companies are required to decrypt information for Beijing and provide assistance to keep the internet from terror-related contents.

Apr 14, 2016 7:18 AM EDT

US Congress Delayed Work on Puerto Rico Debt Relief Bill, Blaming Obama Administration

The U.S. Congress has delayed work on Puerto Rico debt bill. Originally, the bill was scheduled to be the subject of hearing on Wednesday before receiving final amendments on Thursday. After that, it will be sent for debate on the House.

Apr 14, 2016 7:16 AM EDT

Five Large US Banks Do Not Have Sufficient Plan for Crisis Due to Lack of Information

GAO suggested financial regulators to disclose more information on their crisis policy framework. While five large banks do not have enough plan to manage operation during crisis.

Apr 14, 2016 7:13 AM EDT

Israel Antitrust Authority Opposed Acquisition of Golan Telecom

Cellcom Israel Ltd on Tuesday announced that regulators opposed its merger plan with Golan. However, Antitrust Authority will invite the companies representative to discuss the deal before making final decision.

Apr 14, 2016 7:11 AM EDT

Steel demand across the globe to decline 0.8%

Demand for steel across the globe is expected to decline 0.8% to 1,488 million tonnes in 2016, according to the World Steel Association. The association expects steel demand in China, the largest consumer, to fall 4% in 2016 tailed by a 3% decline in 2017, reaching 626.1 million tonnes in 2017.

Apr 14, 2016 7:08 AM EDT

Largest US Coal Miner Peabody Finally Files For Bankruptcy Ending Prolonged Speculations

The largest coal miner in the US has sought protection under bankruptcy law on Wednesday ending speculations over its future. The filing has been acknowledged as the largest bankruptcy case by liabilities during this year. With this filing, a century old publicly traded company is going to shutting down its operations in the US.

Apr 14, 2016 7:04 AM EDT

London and European Stock Market Rallied Following Surge of China's Export

London's FTSE 100 rose on Wednesday to reach record high. European shares continued its rally led by mining stocks as China reported increase of export.

Apr 14, 2016 7:02 AM EDT

SEC Files Fraud Charges Against Fired ConvergEx Executive Basilly Years After His Dismissal

SEC has filed a lawsuit against former ConvergEx exec Basilly on Tuesday on the allegation of defrauding traders. Prior to that, ConvergEx has admitted wrongdoing through its several units and counted penalty of $150 million to the regulators. However, his lawyer claims innocence rejecting all allegations and cites that Bassily has acted as per ConvergEx approved business model.

Apr 14, 2016 7:00 AM EDT

Regulators Said Takata Still Need To Recall 85 Million Airbags

US safety regulator announced Wednesday that Takata still need to recall its defective airbags. NHTSA said unless Takata proved them to be safe, all remaining airbags in US vehicles must be recalled eventually.

Apr 14, 2016 6:54 AM EDT

EU Privacy Regulators Request Changes in EU-US Data Transfer Agreement

WP29 on Wednesday was calling for changes in the commercial data transfer agreement between US and EU. The agency said it does not provide enough protection for privacy for European users.

Apr 14, 2016 6:52 AM EDT

Energy stocks propels Wall Street profits following oil price rally

Wall Street ended higher on Tuesday trading session as energy stocks rallied helped by increasing crude prices. The US crude prices reached its new height in 2016.

Apr 13, 2016 8:06 AM EDT

US March budget deficit increases to $108 billion

The US government faced a steady increase in March budget scarcity, leading to a higher deficit in the first half year period compared to the previous year period.

Apr 13, 2016 8:03 AM EDT

Honda's sales rise in Indian markets, but Hero still ranks No 1

Honda, the Japan-based automaker, widened its sales portfolio to a robust 4,500 touch points from nearly 800 outlets. Honda's market share increased to 26% from 15% at the end of March 2011.

Apr 13, 2016 8:00 AM EDT

Microsoft Became The First Major U.S. Tech Company to Endorse Privacy Protection Pact With the EU

Microsoft has became the first major U.S. tech company to endorse the Privacy Shield agreement between EU and the U.S. The company agreed to discuss the framework of data protection further with the EU officials soon.

Apr 13, 2016 7:56 AM EDT

Uber Received Hundreds of Data Request on Its Riders and Users From US Law Enforcements and Regulators

Uber revealed that it has received too much data request from US law enforcement agencies and regulators. The company has provided information on its riders and drivers for most requests after reviewing its legal framework.

Apr 13, 2016 7:54 AM EDT

California Judge Agreed Charter's Acquisition of Time Warner Cable With Conditions

The decision was announced on Tuesday. California administrative law judge recommended to approve acquisition of Time Warner Cable by Charter Communications with significant conditions.

Apr 13, 2016 7:50 AM EDT

Goldman Sachs to Pay $5 Billion Settlement Over Troubled Mortgage-Backed Securities

The lender must pay settlement for its misconduct in selling securities backed by troubled mortgage in 2008. The agreement reached Monday.

Apr 13, 2016 7:47 AM EDT

EU Resumed Investigation on Halliburton and Baker Hughes Deal

European Union antitrust regulator resumed its review on the takeover of Baker Hughes by Halliburton. European Commission plan to reach decision in August whether to approve or veto the deal.

Apr 13, 2016 7:44 AM EDT

Planning For Output Cap in Oil Production Amid Rising Oil Prices Surprises Analysts

Crude oil prices have been witnessed to drop a little after hitting the four-month high, but still manage a few profits for the Asian oil producers. Amid such market situations, oil producers including Russia and Saudi Arabia have reached a consensus for putting cap on oil production. The output cut decision has surprised the analysts since increased market price naturally boosts up production.

Apr 13, 2016 7:41 AM EDT

San Fransisco and Dallas Fed President Expected to See Interest Rate Hike Soon

Two other Fed presidents suggested the US central bank to raise interest rate. San Fransisco's John Williams said two or three rate hike in 2016 is reasonable. While Dallas' Rob Kaplan reminded to be patient.

Apr 13, 2016 7:36 AM EDT

PJT Partners' shares fall deeply following the arrest of former executive

On Monday, Andrew Caspersen, a previous partner of PJT Partners, was arrested for committing a Wall Street fraud. The US prosecutors accused Caspersen of defrauding $95 million from investors.

Mar 30, 2016 8:30 AM EDT

Crown Finance Launches Freedom Home Loans

New Zealand home buyers have the new option for home loan. On Tuesday Crown Finance Limited launched its Freedom Home Loans.

Mar 30, 2016 8:28 AM EDT

US Firms are Attracted to Invest in Israeli Cannabis R&D

Firms in United States are looking into Israeli cannabis research and development. Israel, the pioneer in high tech agriculture is now leading the medical marijuana R&D.

Mar 30, 2016 8:23 AM EDT

India Announces Guidelines For Online Market Places Allowing 100% FDI

Indian finance ministry has issued a new set of guidelines for regulating the online market places. The guidelines also include definition of ‘ecommerce’, ‘inventory based model’ and ‘market place model’ to bring clarity in this sector. However, clarity in segmentation of ecommerce business has been applauded by the analysts.

Mar 30, 2016 8:20 AM EDT

Wall Street Responded Janet Yellen Remark With Positive Sentiment

Wall Street hits the record high in 2016. The market reacted positively after the Fed chairwoman's speech in the Economic Club Of New York on Tuesday.

Mar 30, 2016 8:18 AM EDT

Russia's oil giant Rosneft promises to make investments amid weak oil prices

Rosneft, the Russia-based oil firm, has promised to make investments of roughly EUR 13 billion annually through 2018, which is an increase of 30% for the year 2016.

Mar 30, 2016 8:15 AM EDT

US Seeks to Strengthen Economic Relationship with ASEAN to Counter China

As China has increased its influence in Southeast Asia, U.S. stepped in. United States plan to match China in rebalancing Asia by increasing partnership with ASEAN.

Mar 30, 2016 8:08 AM EDT

BoE Increases Capital Buffer Ceiling To Facilitate Probable Post Brexit Lending Market

The Financial Policy Committee (FPC) of Bank of England (BoE) has warned on Tuesday about possible financial outlook after Brexit. To tackle the possible lending market debacle, the committee has raised bank’s capital buffer requirement. However, the move has been criticized by the Brexit supporters whenever the referendum poll gets nearer.

Mar 30, 2016 8:05 AM EDT

Prime Minister Li Keqiang is Optimist for China's Economic Recovery

In the annual Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) last Thursday, Premier Li Keqiang deliver keynote speech. He pledged the government will refrain to intervene in economic and market.

Mar 30, 2016 8:03 AM EDT

Mexico's January economic activity increases 2.9%

Economic activity in Mexico increased 2.9% during January 2016 from the corresponding period in 2015. The rise in economic activity was due to a robust performance by three sectors in the country.

Mar 30, 2016 8:01 AM EDT

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