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Crypto Kingpin Sacks: NFTs and Memecoins are Collectibles, Not Securities

2025-01-24

Crypto heavyweight David Sacks recently told Fox News that Trump's memecoin, along with NFTs, are collectibles, not securities. This statement differs from current regulatory definitions of crypto assets, sparking industry attention. Sacks's view suggests these assets may circumvent stricter securities regulations but also face the same market risks as traditional collectibles.

(fortune.com)

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Gen Z's 'Career Catfishing': A Rebellion Against Endless Interviews and Ghosting

2025-01-19

In a competitive job market, Gen Z is employing a new tactic: 'career catfishing.' They craft idealized online personas to attract recruiters, fighting back against endless interview rounds and the frustrating experience of being ghosted by hiring managers. This trend highlights a generation's challenge to traditional job hunting and a desire for fairer, more transparent hiring practices.

(fortune.com)

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UnitedHealth Overcharged Cancer Patients by Over 1000%

2025-01-15

UnitedHealth Group, employer of slain executive Brian Thompson, is under fire for allegedly overcharging some cancer patients for drugs by more than 1000% through its OptumRx subsidiary. This revelation has sparked outrage and scrutiny of pharmaceutical pricing practices, with the FTC investigating major pharmacy benefit managers, including OptumRx.

(fortune.com)

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Remote Work: The Allure of Lower Salaries for Work-From-Home Perks

2025-01-05

Fortune reports that some hiring managers are leveraging remote work options to attract candidates and hire at lower salaries. Some job seekers are accepting a 5% to 15% pay cut to work from home, highlighting a double-edged sword: while remote work offers flexibility, it can also lead to suppressed wages.

(fortune.com)

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AT&T Ditches Hybrid Work, Mandates 5-Day Return to Office

2024-12-18

Following in Amazon's footsteps, AT&T is abandoning its hybrid work model. Starting January, all employees will be required to work in the office five days a week. This decision marks a shift in the tech industry's approach to remote work and has sparked considerable debate. AT&T aims to improve team collaboration and foster a stronger company culture.

(fortune.com)

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