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You Can Actually Lose Money on Real Estate (Even in This Market)
Not only is April Financial Literacy Month, it’s also the kickoff of the spring homebuying season. So now is the time to make sure you have a financial plan in place – and why it might not be wise for that to include buying your first home.
Opening Bell: August 28, 2018
Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland is headed to Washington to continue trade negotiations with the U.S. On Monday, Mexico and the United States agreed to terms for a new trade deal. Electronic Arts is canceling three qualifier events for its 'Madden NFL 19' tournament in the wake of Sunday's deadly shooting in Jacksonville, Florida. The company says it will conduct a review of safety measures to ensure the security of competitors and spectators. And Kathy Ireland, Chairman Emeritus and Chief Brand Strategist at Level Brands, joins Cheddar after ringing the Opening Bell Tuesday morning. She talks about what has driven the recent success of Level Brands, a brand management and licensing company.
Tech Companies Rally Against App Store "Tax"
The Apple and Google app stores are facing backlash for collecting so-called "taxes" for connecting consumers to apps. Rob Marvin, associate features editor at PC Mag, weighs in on the industry practice and its impact on tech giants.
Opening Bell: August 23, 2018
Facebook was forced to remove its data security app, Onavo, from the App Store after Apple updated its data collection guidelines. Meanwhile, the social media giant also voluntarily removed the quiz app, myPersonality, from its platform after the app improperly collected data on more than 4 million users. And we're joined by Mike Francesa, New York sports radio legend, to hear about the launch of his new app, 'Mike's On.'
This Start-Up Incubator Wants to Build the Next Internet on Ethereum
In a converted Brooklyn warehouse, dozens of developers are the next internet of apps on the Ethereum network. Their work may be the foundation of all future transactions, says Joseph Lubin, the billionaire Ethereum co-founder behind the incubator Consensys. Cheddar went behind the scenes with Lubin to see how the future of the internet is being built on blockchain technology.
Hawaii Sets Its Sights on 100% Renewable Energy
Hawaii aims to be completely reliant on renewable sources of energy by 2045, says Connie Lau, president and CEO of Hawaiian Electric Industries and chairman of Hawaiian Electric Company. To do so, she said the state can use its natural advantages in solar and wind.
Opening Bell: August 10, 2018
Tesla's board of directors will reportedly hold a meeting next week with investors to discuss the possibility of taking the company private. The board may urge CEO Elon Musk to recuse himself from the talks. Samsung showed off its new Galaxy Note 9 smartphone at its Samsung Unpacked event in New York Thursday. The Note 9 comes equipped with double the storage of any other smartphone on the market and a camera that automatically tells you if the picture is blurry. And we're joined by actor Luke Evans, who is lending his voice to a new audio experience from Stella Artois. He talks about how he stays in the moment and cherishes his 'me time.'
Opening Bell: August 6, 2018
PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi is stepping down after 12 years with the company. She helped push the soda giant into exploring healthier food and beverage options in light of changing preferences. Longtime Pepsi veteran Ramon Laguarta will replace Nooyi. Disney, Fox, Snap, Dropbox, and others report earnings this week as earnings season winds down. Kristen Scholer and Nora Ali discuss what to expect from these quarterly results. The trade war between the U.S. and China escalated even further after Chinese state media called out President Trump specifically, accusing him of extortion. Andrew Egger, reporter at The Weekly Standard, joins Cheddar to discuss.
Sonos Goes Public Amid Stiff Competition
Speaker maker Sonos went public Thursday, putting up almost 14 million shares for sale. Rob Marvin, associate features editor at PC Mag, breaks down what sort of competition and challenges the company will face moving forward.
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