Facebook raises 1 billion in non U.S. investment
Facebook sells Class A shares to non U S investors bringing total funding to 1.5 billion after Goldman Sachs and Digital Sky Technologies contributions. Valued at 50 billion, the Palo Alto company limits offering to one billion while barring U S investors from this round amid private placement rules.
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Maryland Falls Short of Adam Walsh Act Compliance
Maryland officials told lawmakers the state is not in full compliance with the Adam Walsh Act in one area regarding lifetime registration for juveniles 14 or older who commit aggravated sex offenses. The omission could threaten about 2 million dollars in Byrne grant funding next year, with four states already compliant.
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Olbermann Leaves MSNBC in Muted Exit After Tense Run
Keith Olbermann ends his Countdown show as MSNBC says the contract is finished in a mutual parting. NBC Universal cites long strained relations while Olbermann notes the public support of fans and his own loyalty despite tensions and policy suspensions in recent years.
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