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What you need to know about Florida today
Workers are new weapon in battle for business
Workers are new weapon in battle for business. The point is not lost on the states, which are touting their workforces like never before. This year, for the first time since CNBC began keeping track in 2007, workforce is the attribute most frequently cited by states in their efforts to attract business. [Source: CNBC]
Florida leads nation in number of new self-employed jobs
Florida created the most jobs with people working for themselves of any state in the nation, and positions in real estate and rentals led the way. The state added more than 63,000 new self-employed jobs from 2012 to 2013. [Source: AP]
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A portrait of Jacksonville
For nearly 50 years, Jacksonville has been Florida’s largest city by land mass — a legacy of its consolidation with Duval County that produced a unified government for the entire county. The city has traditionally played catch-up to Miami, Orlando and Tampa in population growth rates and sex appeal, but Jacksonville is on the brink of a new era.
» In this community portrait, we highlight the city’s biggest employers, key players, products made there, demographics, biggest industries and more.
Friends, family and startup fundraising: Risky business?
Investing with close ties puts your money at great risk with the promise of even greater returns. Looking to increase the odds of turning your friends-and-family investment into finance and fortune? Consider these expert tips from U.S. News & World Report.
Judge clears way for Charlotte's Web strain of medical marijuana in Florida
Florida regulators said they expect to provide access to a limited strain of non-euphoric marijuana for medical purposes by the end of the year after a Tallahassee judge on Wednesday dismissed the final challenge to the long-awaited rule. [Source: Times/Herald]
› How a Florida fender-bender could threaten Uber's business model
A Miami auto-accident threatens to upend the business models of Uber, along with many of its competitors and similar services in the sharing economy.
› Aaron Davidson, Miami sports executive, charged in FIFA inquiry
Aaron Davidson was arrested by the FBI in Miami early Wednesday as part of a federal corruption bust that targeted nine high-ranking soccer officials and five corporate executives.
» Kick Starter: Aaron Davidson re-establishes pro soccer in Florida
› Japanese company Sato plans global tech hub in Fort Lauderdale
After scouring sites across the U.S., a huge Japanese company is setting up the global headquarters for its new software division in Fort Lauderdale — a decision that could boost the region's stature in tech circles.
› Startups heat up the Miami scene
With nightlife as vibrant as Miami’s, it is not often known for the people who hit the office as much as they hit the clubs. However, these days, it’s the Miami entrepreneurs that are heating up the scene faster than the rise and fall of this month’s trendy South Beach nightclub.
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