Sir Richard Branson: Bitcoin is ‘the pioneer of a global currency’

These days, it seems that the peer-to-peer decentralized virtual currency bitcoin needs a shot in the arm because the negative publicity it has garnered over the past month or two. Enter: Sir Richard Branson. Branson, a billionaire entrepreneur who made headlines late last year … [Read more...]

Virgin Atlantic Airways Sells 49% to Delta Air Lines to Boost Trans-Atlantic Reach

Delta Airlines (NYSE:DAL) is buying a 49% interest in Virgin Atlantic Airways for $360 million in a deal that will strengthen Delta's New York to London schedules, as well as bolster its presence in Europe. Eccentric billionaire Richard Branson will still own a 51% controlling … [Read more...]