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Alaska Airlines pays off $1B in debt incurred for Virgin America takeover

by Boca Raton | Apr 26, 2019 | Boca Raton Blog, Entrepreneurship

The airline group’s CFO discussed debt reduction efforts, promising higher dividend payouts and room “to pursue other opportunities” consistent with our balanced approach to capital allocation.

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Alaska Airlines pays off B in debt incurred for Virgin America takeover

T-Mobile has paid $113 million in Sprint merger-related costs this year

by Boca Raton | Apr 26, 2019 | Boca Raton Blog, Entrepreneurship

Sprint could be required to reimburse T-Mobile for a portion of the upfront costs if the merger is terminated.

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T-Mobile has paid 3 million in Sprint merger-related costs this year

Vacasa looks to help vacation property owners make rentals more Instagrammable (photos)

by Boca Raton | Apr 25, 2019 | Boca Raton Blog, Entrepreneurship

The fast-growing vacation property company continues to expand services to fuel its ambition.

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Vacasa looks to help vacation property owners make rentals more Instagrammable (photos)

Nike files trademark application for ‘cryptokicks’

by Boca Raton | Apr 24, 2019 | Boca Raton Blog, Entrepreneurship

Nike Inc. has filed for a trademark for the word cryptokicks.

The trademark application describes a digital currency that would be used by members of an online community. It also describes an electronic marketplace for footwear and clothing and a members-only website with features such as message boards.

Nike did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

The trademark application comes as Nike continues to invest in its booming digital business. The company is betting heavily on e-commerce…