Google is banning all ads related to cryptocurrency. The update will go into effect across all Google and YouTube platforms starting in June. Facebook enacted a similar policy on cryptocurrency ads earlier this year. Bitcoin and other popular digital currencies fell sharply on the news.
Students across the country are walking out of class today to remember victims of the school shooting in Parkland, Florida. At 10 am local time across different time zones, students are leaving class for 17 minutes, one minute for each person who died in the tragic school shooting. More than 3,000 schools across the country are participating in the protests, calling for action on gun reform. This comes on the one month anniversary of the shooting.
Kai Ryssdal, host and senior editor of Marketplace, stops by to talk about the upcoming 10 year anniversary of the financial crisis. He predicts another financial crisis is on the way, but the verdict is still out on when it will happen. Ryssdal says the big banks are still bigger than ever and Congress has done little to change that. Generally, he believes the economy is in decent shape, even though the markets have been volatile recently.
And we're joined by the co-owner of McClure's, a company that specializes in making pickles. Bob McClure and his brother Joe used their mom's pickle recipe to start a small business almost a decade ago. At first, they rolled out products in Detroit and Brooklyn, but today McClure's pickles can be found in most grocery stores nationwide. In addition to pickles, McClure's also makes chips, sauerkraut, and Bloody Mary mix.
The Supreme Court on Thursday gave whiskey maker Jack Daniel's reason to raise a glass, handing the company a new chance to win a trademark dispute with the makers of the Bad Spaniels dog toy.
Cheddar News checks in to see what to look for on The Day Ahead with Chinese EV-maker Nio due to release its report and Jurassic Park is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its release. Meanwhile, 'Transformers: Rise of the Beasts' debuts on Friday across the country.
Kelly Ann Winget, founder of private equity firm Alternative Wealth Partners and author of 'Pitch the Bitch,' a financial guide for those often left out of the male-dominated investment world, spoke to Cheddar News about her experience as an LGBTQ+ manager in the industry.
With wedding season underway, couples can get overwhelmed with finances and planning. Guests also feel stressed, especially when being invited to several weddings. Ted Rossman, senior industry analyst with Bankrate.com, joined Cheddar News to discuss setting up a budget if attending multiple ceremonies.
Tracking Consumer Spending Trends With Tanger Outlets CEO Stephen Yalof
Meta has introduced Whatsapp Channels, a feature aimed at making the app a "private broadcast messaging product."
Edward Moya, chief market strategist with Oanda, joined Cheddar News to discuss Thursday's gains as investors were surprised by a jump in weekly job claims and as Wall Street braces for key inflation data and the Fed's latest policy announcement.
Rebecca Walser, financial planner and wealth strategist, offers some tips on how to bring everyday spending in line with budgets by avoiding certain purchases.
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits last week rose to its highest level since October 2021, but the labor market remains one of the healthiest parts of the U.S. economy.
Stocks are drifting Thursday, continuing this week’s lull as Wall Street waits for several big events next week.
