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As Facebook continues to suffer the effects of its botched IPO, Twitter is re-evaluating its own plans to possibly go public.

The SEC voted Wednesday to finalize sweeping new rules that would effectively force companies to disclose their use of  four ‘conflict minerals' often found in computer chips and electronic gadgets.

Facebook now faces by one count more than a dozen US federal, state and foreign regulatory agencies, not to mention a hyperactive U.S. securities bar ready to sue over privacy issues.

Facebook stock could hit a rocky patch within the next year or so as it faces drags on its revenue growth and profit margins, while also having to answer to a public marketplace.

D.C. is all fired up over Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin's decision to give up his U.S. citizenship in advance of the company's initial public offering.

The U.S. major averages are down sharply once again Monday morning, after losing ground last week for the second week in a row.  Giving back 218 points last week, it was the Dow’s worst week of the year. Dow futures are off 91 points.

As Twitter reveals its IPO plans, here’s a look at how social-media stocks have fared.

The markets performed relatively well this week ... but don't expect it to last. 

Every year I take a good hard look in the mirror, and – after I finish sobbing uncontrollably – write down how I can be a better person.

It truly is better to give than to receive – during the holidays or at any time of the year.  Give the gift of trust and engagement to those on your team whom you treasure. You’ll both feel great – and that’s really what the spirit of this special season is all about.

Killerspin CEO Robert Blackwell says his experience as a trader gave him a solid foundation as an entrepreneur.

What’s really behind the blowup between the Duckmen and A&E? The answer will surprise you.

In today’s uber-competitive global markets, companies have to be just as innovative with their customer service as they are with their products.   

A wildly successful grassroots launch: Apple does it, Beyoncé did it, but can you? Absolutely!

When it comes to finding new positions, BPI Group managing director Steven Spires says high-ranking executives may find themselves at a disadvantage.

To combat the PC plague invading our companies, here are 5 Non-PC Rules of Workplace Diversity. (Warning: they’re not for the feint of heart … or the thin-skinned.)

The New York state lawyer leading a high-profile civil case against former American International Group chairman Hank Greenberg took a free, previously undisclosed private jet ride from one of Greenberg’s attorneys -- sparking the latest battle between New York Attorney General Eric Schneider and the former AIG chief and even causing friction among members of the Greenberg legal team.

Meatheads CEO Tom Jednorowicz, formerly of successful chains Potbelly and Boston Market, says it’s important to grow slowly and cautiously.

Was the former Tyco CEO a victim of overzealous prosecution, board betrayal and a post-Enron public out for white-collar blood?

The problem with incompetent leaders is, well, they don’t know they’re incompetent.