A misleading YaFarm Technologies press release on stem-cell research lands two in hot water and Groupon to cut 1,100 jobs. Find these stories and more in the world of finance in CFO’s roundup…
U.N. Highlights Continuing Digital Divide
A new report finds the Internet is still only available to 35% of people in developing countries and the access growth rate is slowing.
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CFOs from smaller U.S. companies say it’s time to step up their game, according to the second-quarter Duke/CFO global outlook survey.
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Number of Carbon Pricers Triples
Four-hundred thirty-seven companies are now pricing their greenhouse gas emissions, compared with 150 in 2014.
SEC Proposes Liquidity Rules for Mutual Funds and ETFs
“Changes in the modern asset management industry call on us to now look anew at liquidity management in funds,” says Mary Jo White.
Struggling Taxi Medallion Lender Seized By Regulators
The rise of Uber and other ride-sharing services in New York has resulted in a surge in loan delinquencies at some credit unions.
Two Charged With Stem Cell Microcap Fraud
The pair controlled virtually all of YaFarm Technologies’ shares and used “false and misleading” press releases to cause the share price to rise.
Groupon to Slash 1,100 Jobs, Close in 7 Markets
The online coupon company will take a pre-tax charge of $35 million in connection with eliminating about 1,100 jobs globally.
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