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Trump’s Vacant Building, Blackstone Real Estate, Peloton and Others
The Office-Market Meltdown Hits Trump’s Prized Wall Street Building Trump’s iconic Wall Street building is grappling with a surge in vacancies, a situation compounded by the upcoming maturity of its substantial mortgage. The ramifications of potential refinancing and downgrade have sparked discussions within financial circles, underscoring the need for strategic decisions to navigate the evolving
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A Recent Trademark Dispute: Tesla vs. Tesla Power in India
Tesla, the renowned carmaker founded by Elon Musk, is in the midst of a legal battle in India. The company has filed a lawsuit against an Indian battery maker for allegedly infringing its trademark by using the brand name “Tesla Power” to promote its products. The legal proceedings, unfolding at the Delhi High Court, highlight
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Judge Holds Donald Trump in Contempt of Court for Violating Gag Order
This morning, Justice Juan Merchan held former President Donald Trump in contempt of court for nine out of ten violations of the March 26 gag order in his false business records case. The court fined Trump $1,000 for each violation and ordered him to take down the offending posts before 2:15. As of this writing,
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Financial Highlights: Megabank Compensation, Job Market, and Industry News
The recent revelation that the head of HSBC, Quinn, earned significantly more than his closest peer at Citigroup has sparked discussions about the varying standards for executive pay across different banking institutions. While £10.64 million is nothing to scoff at, the fact that it pales in comparison to the $26 million earned by the head
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European Commission Opens Formal Proceedings to Assess Meta’s Compliance with Digital Services Act
The European Commission has taken decisive action in response to concerns over Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, potentially breaching the Digital Services Act (DSA). Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the Commission’s commitment to safeguarding European citizens from targeted disinformation and manipulation. She underlined the need for big digital platforms to fulfill
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The Battle for Federal Reserve Independence: An Uncertain Future Under Trump’s Influence
The future of the Federal Reserve is uncertain as the specter of increased presidential influence looms. With the potential re-election of President Donald Trump, there is growing concern about the independence of the central bank and the impact on monetary policy decision-making. Under the current administration, it is clear that President Trump has been at
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U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Business Groups Challenge FTC Ban on Noncompete Clauses
The recent announcement by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to ban noncompete clauses has stirred significant controversy within the business community. This move, aimed at fostering greater competition and empowering workers, has led to a legal showdown, with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and several business groups filing a lawsuit in Texas federal court to
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FTC Chief Says Tech Advancements Risk Healthcare Price Fixing
New technologies are shaping the landscape of antitrust regulation, raising concerns over price fixing and discrimination in the consumer market. Lina Khan, the chair of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), highlighted the potential risks posed by algorithms in fixing prices without explicit coordination, presenting a unique challenge for regulators to address. This signals a potential
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