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MicroStrategy shares rise after firm reveals plans to sell convertible debt to buy more bitcoin

MicroStrategy announced a proposal to issue $600 million of senior convertible notes to finance a purchase of more bitcoin.

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Bulk of jobless claims are due to repeat pandemic layoffs, say researchers

Almost 2 in 3 workers collecting unemployment benefits lost their jobs multiple times during the Covid pandemic, according to new research.

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CSA Responds to Ontario Capital Markets Modernization Taskforce Report: NCFA – The present system is simply not good enough

Crowdfund Insider | JD Alois | Feb 14, 2021 Last month, the Capital Markets Modernization Taskforce in Ontario, Canada, issued its final report as to how to improve capital formation and affiliated economic growth and prosperity. The Taskforce’s goal was to “address the issues of tomorrow’s capital markets with bold and innovative recommendations that will


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MicroStrategy shares fall after firm reveals plans to sell convertible debt to buy more bitcoin

MicroStrategy announced a proposal to issue $600 million of senior convertible notes to finance a purchase of more bitcoin.

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Biden extends protections for homeowners. Here's what you need to know

Struggling homeowners received some welcome news on Tuesday, with the Biden administration announcing it will extend forbearance and foreclosure relief.

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Private spaceflight specialist Axiom Space raises $130 million to become the latest space unicorn

Houston-based Axiom Space is going full tilt into scaling production of private space stations, announcing it received $130 million in a new round of funding.

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Chevron and BP back renewable start-up focused on geothermal energy

Chevron and BP's venture capital funds just announced investments in one Canada-based geothermal company.

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The Texas winter storm may drive up gasoline prices across the country

The Texas freeze is expected to push gasoline prices up across the U.S. by about 10 cents per gallon within the next couple of days.

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Amazon acquires Selz, a Shopify competitor that helps small businesses build online stores

Amazon quietly acquired Selz on Jan. 15, but it didn't publicize the acquisition.

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Black leaders share their advice on how to help Black Americans succeed

In celebration of Black History Month, CNBC Invest in You is featuring weekly stories from CNBC contributors and members of the Financial Wellness Council.

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With Cyberattacks on the Rise, Revolut Explains why Cyber Insurance is Necessary

Crowdfund Insider | Omar Faridi | Feb 1, 2021 Public liability, professional indemnity and employers liability are no longer adequate when it comes to protecting your company or business. But there are certain covers available that could secure your company further, according to a blog post published by Revolut. The leading digital banking platform has


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Elon Musk's SpaceX raised $850 million, jumping valuation to about $74 billion

SpaceX completed another monster raise last week, people familiar told CNBC, sending the valuation of Elon Musk's company to about $74 billion.

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School holidays are particularly challenging for working parents

Months into the coronavirus pandemic, working parents are no better off when it comes to childcare challenges.

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In addition to Covid relief measures, President Biden has long-term plans to bring back jobs

President Joe Biden made several promises on the campaign trail to add jobs back into the economy. The question is what he can ultimately accomplish.

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This tax pitfall could affect millions due to Covid. Here's what you need to know

If you received unemployment benefits last year, expect a bit of complexity when you file your 2020 taxes this spring.

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