Robinhood Markets Inc. announced the acquisition of crypto exchange BitStamp Ltd. for $200 million, with closure expected by mid-2025 pending regulatory approvals. Founded in 2011, BitStamp is known for its trustworthiness in the crypto space. The move aims to enhance Robinhood's trading experience and grow its crypto business.
Hossein Hatefi Ardakani, Lin Jinghe accused of illegally buying, exporting US-made dual-use microelectronics to Iran
Hossein Hatefi Ardakani and Lin Jing He are implicated in a scheme to illegally procure U.S. dual-use microelectronics for Iran's Revolutionary Guard. Ardakani leads Kavan Electronics, which contracts with a front company for the Guard. Both individuals face charges including conspiracy and exporting goods to Iran. They are currently at large.
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Joel Houtz arrested by Lexington, Kentucky cops, accused of tying CVS employees up, demanding narcotics
Joel Houtz, 34, has been arrested by officers with the police department of Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky, United States. He was booked into the Clark County Detention Center in Winchester on first-degree robbery, two counts of kidnapping and two counts of first-degree wanton endangerment.
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3 Detroit, Michigan residents accused of stealing from Lululemon, Ultra Beauty; 3 Chilean nationals arrested
Three Detroit residents, Loreece Cross, Cardiae Davis, and Samira Smith, are accused of stealing over $200,000 in merchandise from Lululemon and Ulta Beauty across Michigan. Additionally, Chilean nationals Tamara Ruiz-Saldias, Ignacio Ruiz-Saldias, and Jeremy Martinez face charges for various break-ins. All six were arrested and charged with multiple offenses.
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Why is Blizzard Entertainment transitioning from the Overwatch League?
Activision Blizzard, Inc., founded on July 9, 2008, is a video game holding company that includes several units such as Blizzard Entertainment. Microsoft acquired Activision Blizzard on October 13, 2023. The company announced a new direction for competitive Overwatch, evolving from the Overwatch League, which featured 20 teams in a North American format.
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Ford’s Mustang cars from model years 2020-2023 under recall for brake fluid safety issue
Ford Motor Company is recalling 187,922 Mustang cars from the 2020-2023 model years due to non-compliance with safety standards regarding brake fluid level sensors. The recall, announced on October 27, 2023, allows affected owners to receive a free software reconfiguration at dealers starting December 4, 2023.
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Are Yoocaa baby loungers safe?
The Yoocaa baby loungers, sold on Amazon from January 2021 to May 2023 for $30 to $55, have been recalled due to safety risks, including suffocation and entrapment hazards. Over 4,140 loungers are affected, and a full refund is offered. Consumers should cease use and follow disposal instructions from Yoocaa Direct.
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Oyster Pearl founder Amir Bruno Elmaani sentenced to 4 years in prison, ordered to pay restitution of $5.5 million
Amir Bruno Elmaani, founder of the cryptocurrency Oyster Pearl, was charged with tax evasion for allegedly failing to report millions earned from his business. He misrepresented his income, spent lavishly without reporting, and was convicted of tax offenses, receiving a four-year prison sentence and ordered to pay nearly $5.5 million in restitution.
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Oysters distributed in Florida, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Virginia recalled
Future Seafoods, Inc. recalled oysters distributed to ten U.S. states after the Canadian Food Inspection Agency found Salmonella and high levels of E. coli. The FDA advises against consumption due to health risks, including salmonellosis. Symptoms may occur within hours and last for several days, but most recover without treatment.
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