Bloomberg reported last week that Alphabet Inc.'s Google had discussed some of the new changes with partners last week following alarming revelations about YouTube videos featuring children. Google doesn't publicly report YouTube revenue, but frequently cites the world's largest video site as one
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The chief executive says to the accountant: “How much money did we make last year?” The accountant replies: “How much do you want to make?” It's an old joke, but when a monster business like Carillion goes to the wall, it's worth rehashing. How was it that a company which a year ago was being
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This new guide provides guidance and illustrations regarding the initial and subsequent accounting for, valuation of, and disclosures related to acquired intangible assets used in research and development activities (IPR&D assets). This is a valuable resource for preparers of financial statements,
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The world's biggest diamond producer is turning to the technology behind bitcoin to track gems from mine to retailer. De Beers is running a pilot scheme using blockchain to create a virtual ledger of diamond sales. The technology made famous by the cryptocurrency is also seen as having the potential to
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will propose new fuel economy standards for cars and light trucks by the end of March, signaling how the Trump administration plans to alter ambitious automobile efficiency rules created under former President Barack Obama. President Donald Trump
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