Groupon expands with mobile payments for U S merchants
Groupon launches a mobile payments service allowing merchants to accept credit cards via iPhone or iPod Touch. The program targets small businesses and charges 1.8 percent plus 15 cents per swipe for MasterCard Visa and Discover, 3 percent plus 15 cents for American Express, aiming to speed processing and add tips taxes and receipts.
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U S home sales rise to highest since May amid housing rebound
U S home sales jumped 7.8 percent in August to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.82 million, the highest since May 2010 despite the prior tax credit boost. Builders also started 2.3 percent more homes and apartments, with single family construction at its strongest since April 2010, the Commerce Department reported.
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Congress.gov beta aims to replace THOMAS search system
The Library of Congress unveiled Congress.gov a beta search engine for House and Senate legislation. It functions like Google with a single search box and filters by year subject and chamber. The site supports mobile access and responsive design for smartphones.
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Pot legalizarion tax windfall debated across three states
Colorado Oregon and Washington weigh legalization with uncertain revenue. Proponents cite schooling funds and health programs while skeptics warn of regulatory costs and bureaucratic expansion. Estimates vary widely with potential multi million to near two billion dollars over five years in Washington.
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Colorado Center On Law & Policy
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