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Bank regulators crack down on Capital One after its massive data breach

The US government and Federal Reserve on Thursday took action against Capital One in response to the bank's massive 2019 data breach.

Acting State Department watchdog resigns months after previous inspector general was fired

The acting State Department watchdog Stephen Akard has resigned after serving in the role for less than 3 months following the firing of the previous inspector general by President Donald Trump at the recommendation of Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

Audi pulls 'insensitive' ad featuring girl eating banana in front of car

Audi has apologized for an advert showing a young girl eating a banana in front of a premium car, admitting it was "insensitive" and promising not to use the image in future.

Goldman Sachs says parents are the next group at risk to lose their jobs

The new school year is just around the corner and parents and teachers are fretting about returning to the classroom during the pandemic. Economists are worried, too, because a lack of childcare could damage America's recovery.

'The Next Marijuana Millionaire' mixes cannabis and reality competition

There may be some high expectations for Michael "BigMike" Straumietis' new show.

With TikTok's future uncertain, users are jumping to these other apps

The past few days have been an emotional roller coaster for TikTok fans, with the news shifting from the threat of an impending ban to the possibility of an imminent acquisition by Microsoft and back to talk of a ban …

Ford CEO Jim Hackett to retire and be replaced by COO Jim Farley

Ford CEO Jim Hackett is retiring in October, the company announced Tuesday. The automaker's chief operating officer, Jim Farley, will take over as president and CEO.

Hello Alice Releases Black Business Report Uncovering Significant Inequities Faced By Black-Owned Small Businesses During COVID-19

The report spotlights the unique challenges that Black-owned small businesses face and identifies opportunities to better serve the Black small business community

New Relief Program Available for Small Businesses

The PeopleFund is a lender in the new Community Advantage Recovery Loan (CARL) Program launched by the Small Business Administration (SBA). The new program will provide technical and financial assistance to small businesses located in underserved markets. It is intended …

Gap shares fall after Kanye West threatens to walk away from Yeezy deal

Kanye West's threat to walk away from his fashion company's fledgling partnership with the Gap has sent shares sharply lower.

Country Time helping the 'littlest entrepreneurs' with bailout money for lemonade stands

With the pandemic and a crumbling economy, it's safe to say life has given us lemons. But with strict social-distancing rules, kids don't have the chance to make lemonade.

Moderna Coronavirus Vaccine Shows 'Promising' Safety and Immune Response Results in Published Phase 1 Study, But More Research Is Needed

A Covid-19 vaccine developed by the biotechnology company Moderna in partnership with the National Institutes of Health has been found to induce immune responses in all of the volunteers who received it in a Phase 1 study.

Kroger Helping Hands Fund Provides Millions to Associates in Need During Pandemic

The Kroger Company recently announced that in response to the COVID19 pandemic, it has given out $5 million in associate grants through the Kroger Helping Hands Fund as part of a number of efforts to help ensure its associates are …

H-E-B Celebrated Independence Day Honoring Men, Women and Families of the U.S. Armed Forces

H-E-B is profoundly grateful for the selfless sacrifice of America’s military heroes. As part of the year-round, companywide H-E-B Operation Appreciation campaign, stores across Texas celebrated Independence Day with additional opportunities for customers to support America’s military families online and …

Walmart is about to give Amazon Prime a serious run for its money

Walmart is reportedly close to launching its own membership program that closely resembles Amazon Prime.