Mark Pygas
Mark is a writer from the United Kingdom.
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When Will Biden Sign the Stimulus Bill? Here's When You Can Expect to Get Your Check
Both houses of Congress have now approved President Joe Biden's stimulus package, but when will people start to receive checks?
Is British Bitcoin Profit a Scam? The Company Has Run Fake News Ads
Social media users have reported several fake news articles linking to British Bitcoin Profit. Is the website a scam?
Is Sony Halting Production of the PS5? Some Gamers Have Fallen for a Hoax
A rumor has started spreading online that Sony plans to halt the production of the PS5, but gamers have no need to be concerned.
A Tweet Pic of an Ice Cream Cone Could be Behind GameStop's Latest Surge
Ryan Cohen tweeted a photo of a McDonald's ice cream cone, and investors think it could be about GameStop, leading GME stock to surge again.
Is Riot Games Publicly Traded? How to Invest in the Company Behind 'League of Legends'
When it comes to video games, it doesn't come much bigger than Riot Games. Here's how to invest in the creators of 'League of Legends'.
The CEO of Coca-Cola, James Quincey, Commands a Hefty Salary
Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey earns a huge salary after he helped to reverse the company's decline. What is his net worth?
Will Dogecoin Ever Be Capped? An Explanation of How Many Dogecoins Are Left
Dogecoin doesn't have a cap on the number of coins that can be mined, but many investors think that the cap should be reintroduced.
Elon Musk Once Called His Father, Errol Musk, a 'Terrible Human'
Elon Musk might have inherited his smarts from his father, Errol Musk, but the billionaire has made an effort to separate his own success from his father for years.
What Happened to Jim Cramer on CNBC? Here's Why He Missed 'Mad Money'
Jim Cramer's recent absence from "Mad Monday" has sparked a lot of speculation about this relationship with CNBC.
What Happened to Rick Santelli? Was the Anchor Fired by CNBC?
CNBC anchor Rick Santelli made controversial comments about the coronavirus pandemic on CNBC. How some viewers wonder whether he faces disciplinary action.
Why You Might Receive a Letter From the IRS and How to Spot a Scam
With tax season upon us, many people are receiving letters from the IRS. However, many of the letters could be scams.
Is Armie Hammer Heir to Arm & Hammer? There Is a Family Connection
Armie Hammer's family once owned a significant stake in Arm & Hammer. However, they made the bulk of their fortune with another, unrelated company.
From Crypto Mining to Cash App: The Top Bitcoin-Related Stocks
Riot Blockchain, Nvidia, AMD, and PayPal are some of the top Bitcoin-related stocks. What can investors expect from Bitcoin-related stocks?
2021 Has Already Had Huge IPOs, Streak Will Continue With These Top Upcoming IPOs
We've already seen huge IPOs from Petco and Poshmark in 2021. The excitement looks set to continue with IPOs from Robinhood, Roblox, Instacart, and Patreon later in 2021.
Is Dogecoin a Pump and Dump? Why People Have Decided to "Hodl" the Cryptocurrency
Tesla CEO Elon Musk sent out a series of tweets seemingly encouraging users to "hodl" Dogecoin.
Dogecoin Rallies After Tweets From Mark Cuban and Elon Musk
Mark Cuban and Elon Musk weighed in on Dogecoin on Twitter, which sent the stock into a new rally.
The Best Investment Apps for Beginners, From Robinhood to Acorns
Robinhood, Acorns, Wealthfront, and many more all claim to be the best investment app for beginners. But which should you be using?
What Is WallStreetBets' Next Target? Here's Why the Subreddit Is Buying Ill Companies
Shared in GameStop, AMC Theatres, and Blockbuster have surged in recent says. Which companies are WallStreet
Is Google a Monopoly? Tech Giant Faces Questions Over Search and Advertising
Google, the world's most popular search engine, has long faced accusations of being a monopoly.
GM and Nikola Partner to Manufacture Badger Electric Truck
General Motors has acquired a major stake in electric vehicle startup Nikola, which could be bad news for Tesla.
Stock Markets Retreat After Trump Tests Positive for Coronavirus
Stock markets worldwide have been shaken by election news and Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump testing positive for coronavirus.
Ryan Cohen Acquires Stake in GameStop to Take On Amazon
GameStop has been struggling to survive, but Chewy co-founder Ryan Cohen wants to turn things around and take on Amazon.
Microsoft Buys ZeniMax and Bethesda Softworks to Gain Edge Over Sony
Just weeks away from the launch of the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, Microsoft has acquired Bethesda.
Why Is the Dow Jones Down? Investors Worry Again About Coronavirus Pandemic
Stock markets around the world have endured days of losses as investors worry more about the coronavirus pandemic.
Stock Futures Fall as Battle to Replace Ginsburg Gets Ugly
Stock futures fell on Sept. 21 as the battle to replace Ginsburg got ugly.
ByteDance Suggests TikTok IPO to Get Trump to Back Oracle Deal
TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, has suggested a U.S. IPO of TikTok to try to win the favor of Donald Trump.
When Is Tesla Battery Day? Everything You Need to Know About the Event
During Tesla's Battery Day, which will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 22, Elon Musk will show off Tesla's latest battery innovations.
Alibaba Unveils Cloud Computer, Delivery Robots
Chinese tech firm Alibaba Cloud, a member of the Alibaba Group, has unveiled a host of new technology at the 12th annual Apsara Conference.
When Is the Sony PS5 Release Date? How to Preorder Your PS5 Amid Shortages
Sony has announced that the PlayStation 5 will release on Nov. 12, 2020. However, many gamers have run into issues preordering their console.
Amazon Launches Luxury Stores Platform, Offers Designer Clothes Online
With more consumers shopping online amid the coronavirus pandemic, Amazon Luxury Stores could be the next big thing in fashion.
Walmart+ Arrives Today: Here’s How It Compares to Amazon Prime
Consumers can now join Walmart+, which offers unlimited delivery and a range of other benefits.
Is Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Happening In 2020? Here's Everything You Need to Know
Many people are worried that the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is going to be canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Oracle Not Actually Acquiring TikTok, Looking to Become Cloud Provider
Oracle is not actually acquiring TikTok. Instead, the company aims to become TikTik's "trusted technology provider.”
Nvidia Buys Arm Holdings From SoftBank
Nvidia has acquired Arm Holdings from SoftBank for $40 billion.
Pfizer CEO Says COVID-19 Vaccine Could be Ready This Year
Albert Bourla, CEO of pharmaceutical giant Pfizer, has said there is a 60 percent chance that the company's scientists will know whether their vaccine is effective by the end of October.
Rio Tinto CEO Quits After Ancient Site Destruction
Rio Tinto CEO Jean-Sébastien Jacques has stepped down after the company destroyed the Juukan Gorge caves in Australia.
Century 21 Declares Bankruptcy After Losing Insurance Payout
Discount department store Century 21 has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and will hold a closing sale.
How Major Retailers Are Handling Black Friday During the COVID-19 Pandemic
How will Black Friday be different at Amazon, Walmart, Home Depot, and Best Buy?
Here’s When We Can Get Our Hands on Microsoft’s Xbox Series X and S
The Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X are set for release on November 10, 2020. But how do the two consoles compare?
Peloton Announces Price Cut, Expands Product Line
Peloton announced that it will lower the price of its standard bike to $1,895—a $350 reduction.
AstraZeneca Halts COVID-19 Vaccine Study After Unexplained Illness
AstraZeneca has halted trials of the Oxford University coronavirus vaccine after a suspected adverse reaction from a participant in the U.K.
BitMEX Crypto Exchange Adds Chainlink and Tezos
Crypto exchange BitMEX has announced plans to add Chainlink and Tezos to its platform.
GM, Honda Announce Partnership to Develop 'Range of Cars' in North America
General Motors and Honda Motor Co. have announced an alliance in North America to compete with Tesla.
Why Did the Dow and Nasdaq Drop In Thursday's Trading?
The Dow plummeted as much as 3 percent during trading, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq saw an even sharper decline of more than 4.7 percent.
When Is the Big Hit Entertainment IPO Date?
Big Hit Entertainment, which manages K-pop boy band BTS, is set to go public.
CDC Says Prepare for a Coronavirus Vaccine by November
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have told states and healthcare officials to prepare for a coronavirus vaccine as early as November.
When Is the Coinbase IPO Date? Crypto Exchange Shuffles Board Amid IPO Rumors
Coinbase could pursue a public listing later this year or early next year.
What are Green Bonds? Germany to Sell Its First Climate Bond
Germany has secured over 30 billion euros ($35.6 billion) inorders for the nation's first green bond.
McDonald’s Faces $1 Billion Discrimination Lawsuit From Black Franchisees
McDonald's is facing a $1 billion lawsuit from 52 Black former franchise owners.
D.E. Shaw Stake Disclosure Boosts Kodak Stock
Delaware hedge fund D.E. Shaw & Co has acquired a significant stake in Kodak, sending it stock surging.
Torus Launches Chrome Extension to Make Digital Wallets Mainstream
Torus Labs has launched a Google Chrome extension that allows users to log into their digital wallets in one click.
What Does the Apple Stock Split Mean?
Here's what Apple's 4-for-1 stock split means for investors.
Lord & Taylor Is Going Out of Business and Holding Closing Sales
Lord & Taylor, the first department store to be established in the U.S., is closing down after nearly 200 years in business.
AT&T and Verizon Give Free Calls, Texts, and Data to Those in Path of Hurricane Laura
AT&T and Verizon are offering free calls, texts, and data to their customers impacted by Hurricane Laura in Texas and Louisiana.
Abbott BinaxNOW COVID-19 Test Gets FDA Approval
The FDA has granted Abbott's BinaxNOW test emergency use authorization. Here's what that means for investors.
Why Was Exxon Mobil Dropped by the Dow?
Exxon Mobil, which joined the Dow Jones Industrial Average in 1928, was removed from the index following a rough year for the company.
Teva Pharmaceutical Faces Charges of Price Fixing Generic Drugs
Teva Pharmaceutical has been charged with conspiring with competitors to raise the prices of generic drugs.
INX Launches $117 Million Security Token IPO, but How Will It Work?
INX Limited has launched an initial public offering of up to 130 million INX Security Tokens. How will the first-ever Security Token Offering work?
U.S. Approves Coronavirus Treatment, FTSE 100 Jumps on Possible AstraZeneca Vaccine Approval
Monday could prove to be a good day for the markets after positive news about coronavirus treatments and vaccines.
What Happens to Options During a Stock Split?
Apple and Tesla are set to split their stocks at the end of August. What happens to stock options during a stock split?
What Is the Tesla-Heavy ARKK Innovation ETF? ARK Invest Fund Sees Massive Gains
Is the Tesla-heavy ARK Innovation ETF worth investing in? Here's a breakdown of what ARKK is invested in and why it has seen such huge gains.
Winklevoss Twins Hire Eventus to Protect Gemini From Market Manipulation
Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, the founders of the Gemini cryptocurrency exchange, have partnered with Eventus to implement surveillance and anti-market manipulation tools on their platform.
Online Grocery Shopping Switch ‘Irreversible’ According to New Study
Retail locations have suffered throughout the coronavirus pandemic, and online retail may become king.
Uber and Lyft Set to Shut Down California Service
Technology giants Uber and Lyft are set to shut down their ride-sharing services in California on Friday.
AstraZeneca Secures Deal With Australia for COVID-19 Vaccine
AstraZeneca, a U.K.-based pharmaceutical giant, has secured yet another deal to supply the coronavirus vaccine being developed by Oxford University.
Nasdaq Closes at Record High, Could Set New Record High on Tuesday
The Nasdaq Composite closed at an all-time high on Monday and shrugged off failed stimulus negotiations, heightened tensions with China, and a global pandemic.
What Happens to Fractional Shares in a Stock Split?
Tesla is planning for a 5-to-1 stock split later this year, but what does that mean for fractional share owners?
Is Robinhood Going Public? Investors Speculate after App Raises $200 Million
Stock trading app Robinhood announced that it raised $200 million in Series G funding on Monday, which fueled speculation that the company may file an IPO.
FDA Approves SalivaDirect COVID-19 Test
The FDA has granted emergency use authorization to the SalivaDirect test developed by Yale University, which could be a gamer-changer.
Tesla Stock Price Rallies on Wedbush Upgrade
Wedbush has upgraded its price target for Tesla, suggesting that today could be another record day for the stock.
How Are Dividends Paid on Robinhood?
Stocks held in a Robinhood account may pay a dividend, and it is important to understand how you receive these payments.
Why Are There Only 21 Million Bitcoin and What Happens After They Are All Mined?
Only 21 million bitcoins will ever exist. Why did Satoshi Nakamoto choose this number?
Why Thermo Fisher Scientific Has Ended the Qiagen Deal
Thermo Fisher Scientific ended its deal to buy Qiagen on Thursday. Here's why the agreement has been nixed.
Airbnb Reportedly Planning to Confidentially File for IPO
Airbnb is planning to file for an IPO after being hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.
Should I Still Pay Student Loans During COVID-19? Student Loan Forbearance Explained
Federal student loan forbearance has been extended, but should people still pay their student loans during COVID-19?
Kodak Stock Falls 45 Percent, U.S. Halts $765 Million Loan Amid Allegations
Eastman Kodak stock dropped more than 45 percent in pre-market trading after accusations of insider trading.
Capital One Fined $80 Million for 2019 Data Breach
Capital One was fined $80 million over a 2019 data breach. The hack was carried out by Paige Thompson, a former Amazon employee.
Tencent Stock Plunges, Trump Plans to Ban WeChat in the U.S.
Investors are scared that a ban on WeChat could spread to 'League of Legends,' 'PUBG,' and 'Fortnite.'
Are Retirement Benefits Taxable? How to Lower Taxes on Retirement Income
If you're saving into a pension, 401(k), or IRA, then the payments you receive in retirement could be subject to federal income tax.
Why the Honda Odyssey Is Being Recalled and How Honda Stock Is Fairing
Honda Motors Co. is recalling four models of cars, including the Odyssey, to fix various issues with the vehicles.
Virgin Atlantic Files for Bankruptcy in the U.S., Needs a Rescue Plan
Virgin Atlantic declared itself bankrupt in the U.S. Will Richard Branson's company be able to survive COVID-19?
Is Apple Interested in Buying TikTok? Reports Seem to Suggest So
TikTok is facing a tight deadline to find a buyer, and both Microsoft and Apple may be interested.
Twitter Could Face up to $250 Million Fine Due to Privacy Violations
Twitter expects to pay a fine of up to $250 million. The company used users' phone numbers and email addresses to target advertisements.
Clorox Beats Earnings, Names New CEO
The expectations for the hygiene giant were met on Monday. Clorox announced a 21.9 percent gain in sales for the latest quarter.
Which Stocks Pay the Highest Dividend? Dividend Investing During COVID-19
During the coronavirus pandemic, many companies have slashed their dividend payments. These are the stocks with the highest dividend yield in 2020.
Is Wealthfront Safe and Are the Fees Worth It?
Being smart with your money is more important than ever, so are the fees associated with Wealthfront worth it?
Should You Invest in Stocks to Pay Off Student Loans?
The prospect of using the stock market to pay off debt is an enticing one, especially as stocks such as Tesla soar.
