The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has launched Investor.org, a much-needed online resource to educate investors. The website prominently features an anti-fraud section and links out to other website for financial tools and calculators. The website also includes Moneytopia, an online game developed in partnership with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.
CNBC has launched CNBC Real-Time, an iPhone app that features real-time stock quotes provided by Nasdaq. The free program also includes 150 video clips from CNBC's television newscast every business day.
Bloomberg has launched an enhanced version of www.bloomberg.co.jp, its Japanese language website. Readers can get access to business news, global market snapshots and portfolio tracking tools tailored specifically for the Japanese market. The website also features enhanced charting tools and stock quotes from more than 100 exchanges worldwide.