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Lawmakers pummel Zuckerberg but don’t have a clue how to regulate cryptocurrency

Digital tokens can have enormous global benefits for consumers and help the 1.7 billion underbanked. But the risk of fraud and money laundering could be massive unless policymakers understand the technology and put some regulations in place.

Elizabeth Warren can win the presidency because she’s gotten ‘softer’ on the rich, billionaire says

“I think she’s pivoting,” says hedge fund manager turned crypto investor Michael Novogratz. The senator’s recent language “is a lot softer than ‘all billionaires cheat,'” he adds.

Juul halting sales of most flavors ‘does not stop’ Trump administration’s plans, Azar says

A week ago, Juul said it would keep selling its mint and menthol flavors, for now at least. The announcement cast doubt on whether the administration would follow through with including these flavors in its impending policy.

Apple’s TV app is now on Amazon Fire TV devices ahead of next week’s streaming service launch

Apple is starting to offer more of its services on rival platforms, a departure from its “walled garden” hardware strategy.

Nordstrom’s New York flagship opens today. Here’s a look inside

At Nordstrom’s new store in Manhattan, you can get your hair and nails done, sip a cocktail while you shop for shoes, have your pants altered and leather shoes shined. The retailer hopes it’s enough to lure New Yorkers and tourists out to shop.

Ford’s shares slide on lower year-end guidance, weak demand in China

The quarterly earnings are the first since Moody’s Investors Service downgraded Ford’s credit rating to junk status in September.

Tesla’s stock is surging but some analysts found real problems with its earnings report

Shares of Tesla are surging after the company reported a surprise profit, but a closer look at the numbers may suggest a cause for concern.

Israeli fashion mogul submits bid for Barneys, challenging Authentic Brands

Israeli businessman Samuel Ben-Avraham said on Wednesday he has submitted an offer for Barneys New York, challenging a $271 million bid for the bankrupt luxury department store from brand developer Authentic Brands Group.