Economy

NetApp to Acquire SolidFire for $870 Million in Cash

NetApp, Inc. announced yesterday that the company has entered into an agreement to acquire Solid-Fire for $870 million in cash after the stock market closes last Monday, December 21, 2015.

Latin-Influenced Craft Brewery Named as One of the Coolest new Businesses in America This 2015

This 2015 has been a good year for entrepreneurs to start a new business. As a matter of fact, there are several new trends that have popped up. And with social media, crowdfunding and alternative lending options, and the constant technological evolution, these inspired businessmen to capitalize on new entrepreneurial ideas.

Secretary of State John Kerry Slammed for Stating Iran Could Bypass new Visa Rules

Republicans reacted negatively toward the Secretary of the State John Kerry after stating that Iran could bypass new visa rules.

New York State Gambling Regulators Award Licenses to 3 New Casinos After a Year of Waiting

Gambling will further expand in the New York State as gambling regulators recently awarded new licenses to three casinos under construction in different parts of the state. The three new casinos are expected to come with more job opportunities, tax revenues and tourist attractions.

Chubb Launches Cyberbullying Insurance Against Online Trolls

Cyberbullying insurance against online trolls is already available. Cyber-bullying is something unavoidable. Shallow as it may seem, it is capable of causing depression, anxiety and, to some extent, death.

New Argentine Leader Makes Big Changes to Economy

The recently elected Argentine leader is making good on his promise to revamp his country’s flailing economy

Oprah Winfrey Buys $14 Million Ski Mansion in Colorado

Entertainment mogul Oprah Winfrey added a new gem to her collection of houses when she spent around $14 million on a giant, high-tech property in the Mountain Village section of Telluride, Colorado.

Self-Drying Jacket: 'Back to the Future II' Newest Marty McFly Item to Become a Reality

A self-drying jacket, the same one that Marty Mcfly wore in "Back to the Future II" is now a reality. A start-up company named Falyon took the initiative to recreate the futuristic jacket and it earned many supporters.

CHANGING THE GAME: Save the Children COO Carlos Carrazana's Leadership Grounded in Optimism, Kindness

Save the Children COO Carlos Carrazana's leadership is grounded in optimism and kindness "Changing the Game" is a series featuring prominent Latino changemakers and their stories of success, innovation, and vision.

World Trade Organization Countries Halt Farming Export Subsidies for ‘Fairer Trade’

The World Trade Organization (WTO) made history as the countries agreed to a new set of trade initiatives with the “Nairobi Package” during the Tenth Ministerial Conference in Kenya. The milestone deal includes a pledge to remove the subsidies for agricultural exports.

Isis Pharma Rebrands as Ionis Pharmaceuticals Following Paris Attacks

After resisting calls for name change over the past several months, Isis Pharmaceuticals eventually pulled the trigger and announced that their company will now be known as Ionis Pharmaceuticals after the latest terror attacks in Paris.

After a Projected $4.13B Net Loss, What's Next for Toshiba?

Can Toshiba expect for things to get better soon after an expected $4.13 billion loss this fiscal year?

Dead-End Jobs: 5 Signs of Career Stagnation

Having an absolute dream job in mind is quite easy but it would never fall into your lap out of the blue. After all, working toward some sort of higher goal in your career is a very challenging task to do. And, in order to avoid career stagnation, make sure that your job provides you with the opportunity to reach your goals as well as potential for growth.

Beyoncé, Jay Z Rent $45 Million Holmby Hills Palace in LA

Beyoncé and Jay Z, with their adorable 3-year old daughter, Blue Ivy, are now renting the $45 million Holmby Hills mansion after being forced to move.

US Gas Prices Stay at Rock Bottom for 6th Year

US gas prices keep going down and the lowest rate in six years has been recorded last week. As of Dec. 14, regular gasoline was priced at only $1.953 per gallon which is lower than in January when it was at $1.982 per gallon.

Social Media Sunday: Facebook 'Real Name' Changes, Uber Through Messenger & More

This week was a busy one for Facebook. It launched a new collaboration with Uber through Messenger, announced changes to its controversial "real name" policy, launched its fast-loading Instant Articles for Android, and finally, Facebook was named the most popular smartphone app of 2015 by a Nielsen report. Meanwhile, Twitter hit an all-time low on Wall Street.

A Latina Millennial At The Top of Her Game: Maria Velazquez-Sanclemente

Latino Millennials are blazing their career trails in paths that are uncommon from previous generations. This Instagram generation is also becoming well known for breaking the mold of what it means to be at the top of an industry.

Big Executive Shakeup at Apple as iPhone Sales, Innovation Seen as 'Slumping'

Apple announced a series of big changes at the executive level of the world's most valuable company on Thursday, on the same day that a report indicates sales of the company's biggest moneymaker, the iPhone, could be slumping. Here's a rundown on how the pecking order in Cupertino is changing, and what it means.

Google's Self-Driving Cars Could Be Challenging Uber Next Year, if State Governments Allow

Google's self-driving car will be hitting the road soon, as a full-blown for-profit independent company under Google's new umbrella company, Alphabet. The evolution of Google's self-driving car will take a step up in 2016, as Alphabet seeks to compete with Uber through its own self-driving version of a ride-sharing service.

Puerto Rico Debt News: Congress Omnibus Spending Bill Excludes Relief for Commonwealth

Despite pleas from Puerto Rican officials including its governor, Congress will likely not include any relief for the U.S. territory in the omnibus spending bill.