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Friday, September 27, 2013

The 14 Best iWatch Concepts

Ever heard of iWatch? This is one of the things that people are waiting for to be released that is why a lot of iWatch concepts came out. Insider Monkey made a posting about "The 14 Best iWatch Concepts".

 Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is currently in the middle of many rumors, mainly because of its new concept, the iWatch, which is expected to usher in a new era in the world of technology. The concept, which is rumored to appear in stores as early as the end of 2013, has a symbolic meaning for Cupertino's prospects moving forward.

In an earlier post, Insider Monkey quoted Sanford C. Bernstein's analyst Toni Sacconaghi: "The successful introduction of the device could illustrate that innovation remains high at Apple and underscore the option value of owning Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) as a platform company – i.e., having a large and loyal iOS installed base that Apple can sell additional products and services into."

The 5 Most Shorted Stocks in the S&P 500 Index

Ever wonder what are the most shorted stocks in the S&P index? Insider Monkey wrote about "The 5 Most Shorted Stocks in the S&P 500 Index".

Short selling activity is a criterion that is not so often taken into consideration in the investment world. However, even though short-sellers can not be considered market makers, their activity may have a point, and it may show that a decline in price is not far away. For some stocks, which have a high short percentage of float (tradable shares), the price can climb as shorters are covering their positions.

An increased demand together with a reduced supply of shares, forces individuals, who hold short positions, to buy shares while the price increases rapidly, a situation known as a "short squeeze." In a "short squeeze" speculators can earn good money by capturing short-term price movements. We would like to present five of the most massively shorted stocks in the S&P 500 Index. These companies have experienced the highest level of short trading as a percentage of float. Make a visit on the website of Insider Monkey for more details on the  most shorted stocks in the S&P 500 index.

The 10 Most Charitable Countries in the World

Being helpful is inate to all of us. That is why we tend to help each other.  Insider Monkey also shares us "The 10 Most Charitable Countries in the World". The financial crisis has affected every aspect of society, including charity. A recent study by the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) showed that since 2007, people have been engaging less and less in charity-related activities, like volunteering. In this way, CAF revealed in a report that from 2007 to 2011, acts of kindness like helping strangers fell by 4% aggregately speaking, while volunteering time has dropped a similar amount.

A sharp decline in giving-related activities was registered in 2010-2011, CAF said in its "World Giving Index" report. The number of people who donated money, helped a stranger or volunteered have fallen by about 100 million in each case. For more info, see Insider Monkey with regards to the most charitable countries in the world.


The World’s 15 Biggest Companies

Do you know what are the biggest companies in the world?  Insider Monkey revealed "The World’s 15 Biggest Companies" for us to know them.

In August 2011, when Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) founder and erstwhile CEO Steve Jobs resigned due to his ongoing health issues, the stakeholders of the company did not know that his successor, Tim Cook, would take the company to new heights. Within a span of one year, Cook helped Apple achieve the highest ever market capitalization that any company has ever achieved.

On August 20th 2012, shares of Apple closed at $ 665.15 with a market cap of $623.5 billion. Impressively, Apple had managed to double its market cap from $300 billion to $ 623.5 billion in just 19 months. At this point, the gap between the market cap of Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) and the second largest company, Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM), widened to more than $200 billion. Check on Insider Monkey for the full blog on the biggest companies in the world.



The 10 Least Charitable Countries in the World

As a human being, it normal for us to help other people. On the other hand, there are still least charitable countries in the world. The countries that are known least charitable countries are given on a list by Insider Monkey's "The 10 Least Charitable Countries in the World". The Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), a UK-based charity, has revealed in a report which countries are most charitable, and which ones are not as involved in giving-related activities.

The "World Giving Index" was established to measure the giving trends from all around the world. In 2012 it involved 146 countries and about 155,000 people which are being surveyed on the following questions: ""Have you done any of the following in the past month: Donated money to a charity? Volunteered your time to an organisation? Helped a stranger, or someone you didn’t know who needed help?"  To see the complete list of the least charitable countries, please go to Insider Monkey's site.

The Top 10 Places to Visit Before You Die

Before die, you must do whatever you want to do and go wherever you want to go. Life is too short to waste it. You must go to the best places to visit before you die. Insider Monkey created a posting about "The Top 10 Places to Visit Before You Die" and see if your choice is on the list. Everyone, even you, has a list of the top 10 places to visit before you die, right?

 It doesn't matter whether you live in a modern, advanced, big, or a small town, there always comes a time when you get tired and bored of seeing the same thing from your window, walking the same streets, and seeing the same people. That's why it is important to travel, because aside from developing your inner, cultural world, traveling offers you what your brain desires the most: the change of atmosphere, a new scenery, and escaping from the typical day-to-day routine. In fact, famous Latin philosopher Saint Augustine once said:“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” For the complete list of the places to visit before you die, you should visit Insider Monkey.

Microsoft Corporation & The 10 Most Stunning Examples of ‘Next-Gen’ Videogames

Microsoft Corporation has an Xbox one that people love as it allows them to play the videogames that they want. With this,  Insider Monkey created " Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) & The 10 Most Stunning Examples of ‘Next-Gen’ Videogames" for us to have ideas about them.

I think everyone has played video games during some period of their life, and many of us still do that, whether it's on a PC, Mac, Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT)'s Xbox, Sony Corporation (ADR) (NYSE:SNE)'s PS3, or a Nintendo console. But not everyone knows that history of video games goes back to 1947 when the first video game was patented. However, the popularity of this activity increased only during 1970-1980s, when arcade video games and gaming consoles where introduced to the public at large.

Since then, video gaming has become a very popular activity, and now in the 20th century we are facing an ever-hastening development of technologies, which has had a positive impact on the gaming industry, bringing more and more opportunities for developers like Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) and Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ:ATVI), which create games with very realistic visual and sound effects in order to improve the user's overall experience. You can see the full article about Microsoft Corporation and videogames if you visit Insider Monkey.

Tesla Motors Inc & The 10 Most Fuel Efficient Cars on the Road

When buying car, make sure that you choose at least one of the most fuel efficient cars on the road. To help you out, Insider Monkey created an article pertaining to "Tesla Motors Inc & The 10 Most Fuel Efficient Cars on the Road". You'll see that Tesla made it more than one in the list.

One of the leaders in the niche of electric vehicles is Tesla Motors Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA), that's no secret. Fuel efficient cars have become a major economic force to be reckoned with nowadays, partially as a result the world's growing concern about air pollution combined with relatively high prices on fuel.

We talked about Elon Musk's company quite a bit yesterday, and noted that it is partnering with Downtown Project for a project aptly called "Project 100," where in Las Vegas, the "official roll out will bring together the ultimate in collaborative consumption: 100+ on-demand drivers, 100+ shared cars, 100+ shared bikes, and 100+ shared shuttle bus stops — all under one single monthly membership." Visit Insider Monkey to see other details about Tesla Motors Inc.

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.’s Best Dividend Plays

Goldman Sachs's  best dividend plays have been shown for the awareness of everybody. "Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.’s Best Dividend Plays" was written by Insider Monkey for us to know more about it. Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:GS) is a key player in the banking industry to watch, not only from an investment standpoint, but from a researcher's perspective as well. We'll explain.

 As companies are recovering from the recent financial crisis, they've found themselves with large amounts of cash on their balance sheets. In order to do something with this cash, companies can invest it in order to grow, to pay down their debts, to buy back shares or to initiate and increase dividends. This last point is important, since shareholders who invest in companies that pay dividends receive something more than income from quarterly cash payments. Just go to Insider Monkey's site for more information about Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.

The Top 10 Best Places to Retire

If you are about to retire and thinking of the best place to stay, then you must know the best places to retire. Insider Monkey provides you the "The Top 10 Best Places to Retire".

At some point during life, everyone starts thinking about retirement. Some may even compile a list of the top 10 best places to retire. Someone thinks about it earlier, others later, but basically, while concerned about retirement, people take into account only their pension funds. However, some people also consider retiring abroad. Giving the situation that the pension in their home country is relatively high in comparison with other countries--assuming that's the case--retiring abroad can be an interesting opportunity to spend your elder years with pretty good living conditions.

Aside from the financial factor, international retirement can offer much more benefits than spending this time on your home turf. First of all is probably the climate. Living somewhere in the south, near white sand beaches and the ocean, sounds pretty cool. That's why many countries from Latin America have been popular destinations for retiring people. Another category which is taken into consideration is the healthcare system. Being old comes with many health issues, and that's why it is important to live in a country or city where healthcare is a high priority, and at the same time, is not very expensive. Take some time to visit the site of Insider Monkey for the full detail about the best places to retire.

The Top 15 Best-Selling Apps for Apple’s iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch

Do you love Apple's products? Well then you mush have known the best-selling apps for Apple.  Insider Monkey has a lit on "The Top 15 Best-Selling Apps for Apple’s iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch" for us to read on.

Since Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) released its first smartphone, the iPhone in 2007, it has gained a huge following, and even that's speaking lightly. In this way, when Apple announced its next device, the iPad, its revenue forecasts were upped even more by many analysts. However, both the iPhone as well as the iPad wouldn't be so popular among consumers if it wasn't for their bevy of applications, of which, new ones are released almost every day.

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) announced in January that its App Store had reached an impressive number of 40 billion downloads. Apple's developer community has created over 775,000 apps available for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, and developers earned over $7.0 billion, paid by Apple. You way go to Insidr Monkey to see all the best-selling apps for Apple's gadgets.

The 20 Best TED Talks of All-Time

TED talks is being loved by most people because of the inspiring things it offers to people.  Insider Monkey gives us its listing with regards to "The 20 Best TED Talks of All-Time".

One of the greatest ideas of the 21st century are TED talks. Being available to everyone with an internet connection, these talks offer some interesting insights and ideas on all subjects one can imagine. Each talk has 15 minutes and is conducted by leaders and visionaries in various fields. Thus, it's important to look at the best TED talks of all-time. But first, some background.

With the slogan "Ideas worth spreading," TED is a nonprofit company which holds a global set of conferences. It started in 1984 as a conference based on three subjects: Technology, Entertainment and Design. Later its goal became much wider and now includes many subjects. TED talks started as a simple way of sharing ideas within the world, but rapidly their popularity spread in every corner of the planet. In this way, TED's website was redesigned in order to center around TED talks. Currently, TED talks have reached over one billion views. Please check on Insider Monkey for the full blog about the best TED talks ever.

Tesla Motors Inc : 6 Pictures That Will Give You The Real Story

Vehicles wise, Tesla Motors Inc is simply one of the best. Insider Monkey shares us an article of  "Tesla Motors Inc : 6 Pictures That Will Give You The Real Story" that shows pictures about the company's story.

Tesla Motors Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) is a company specialized in manufacturing electric vehicles and powetrain components for electric cars. It gained popularity with the release of the first fully electric sports car, the Tesla Roadster. Later another success of the company was the Tesla Model S, a fully electric luxury sedan. Tesla Motors Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA)'s mission is to become an independent automaker, which produces electric cars at prices affordable to the average consumer.

One of the moves in this direction was already taken with the existing models from Tesla's range. Tesla Motors Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) has announced an interesting offer that will allow individuals to buy a Tesla Model S with only $500 a month with no money down.
If Tesla Motors Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) succeeds in accomplishing its goals, probably in the future, putting fuel in the tank of your car will not longer be required, since electric vehicles are much more efficient than those with regular engines relying on internal combustion. Tesla uses lithium-ion batteries for their high energy density. In this way the company managed to achieve an efficiency of 88% for its Tesla Roadster model, which is impressive given the fact that cars with internal combustion engines are only about 20% efficient. You need to go to the website of Insider Monkey for more details about Tesla Motors Inc.

5 Last-Minute Tax Tips You Shouldn’t Forget

Paying your taxes should not be forgotten and yet considering some of the tax tips is a must as well.  Insider Monkey created "5 Last-Minute Tax Tips You Shouldn’t Forget" for late tax payers.

With just 10 days to go before your tax returns are due, procrastinating taxpayers are truly coming down to the last minute. But just because you're late to the game doesn't mean you should pay even a penny more in tax than you absolutely need to.

 As a guide for late filers everywhere, here are five absolute last-minute things to keep in mind as you scurry to meet the April 15 deadline. Please go to the Insider Monkey site to see all the tax tips given.

Top 15 Largest Websites in the World

The internet is so wide that it contains thousands and thousands of websites. Regardless of how many the websites are, only few are known to be the largest website in the world.  Insider Monkey created "Top 15 Largest Websites in the World".

Google Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG) and Facebook Inc (NASDAQ:FB) are in the top tier of the largest websites in the world, but the rest of the members may surprise you.

The evolution of the Internet is easily one of the most important innovations not only of our time, but for future generations as well. From finding information on any subject imaginable, to making it possible to stay connected through social networking sites, companies like Google and Facebook have risen to the top of the business world's peak, and are also members of the vaunted top 15 largest-club as well. To see the full listing of the largest websites in the world, you should go to the website of Insider Monkey.

The 25 Best Star Wars Video Games of All-Time

Video game lovers surely have the copy of the 25 best Star Wars video games of all time. Wanna know about them? Insider Monkey made a listing of "The 25 Best Star Wars Video Games of All-Time" so that game lovers would know. Earlier today, we talked about The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS)'s decision to shut down LucasArts, and that got us thinking about what the best Star Wars video games would be: of all-time. Disney's dramatic move calls for an equally dramatic recap of LucasArts' top creations since its birth in 1982, not to mention the other studios who were involved in development.

From Angry Birds Star Wars (who are we kidding, that game won't be on this list) to TIE Fighter, there have been close to 70 distinct virtual creations in the galaxy far, far away. LucasArts' first game was based on Star Wars Episode IV, and was available on the original Nintendo, as well as the Game Boy, and was known for having a plot that added a bit of intrigue to the movie's original storyline, while still staying true to the universe that George Lucas created. Check on Insider Monkey's site for the full listing of the best Star Wars video games.

Apple Inc. and 10 Tech Stocks Analysts are Recommending

Apple Inc. is one of the tech stocks analysts are recommending. To know more about them, Insider Monkey share to us an article about "Apple Inc. (AAPL) and 10 Tech Stocks Analysts are Recommending".
You might remember our coverage of Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) analysts' target prices in comparison with the stock's actual market performance last year. If you've followed the tech scene over the last six months, then you must know what a disastrous strategy it has been to "trade the ratings" with Apple.

We discussed how the widest gap between the mean target price per analyst consensus and actual stock price was at 44% for Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL), which was more than the gap for technology giants like Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) or Google Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG), for example. Well, things haven’t changed much since then and, in spite of a weaker undertone, Apple is still one of the most widely covered stocks on Wall Street, who are still giving exuberant target prices for the company.With targets between $360 and $888, the average target price comes to $591.19, which is still about 40% higher than its present market price. To get more details about Apple Inc., please visit the website of Insider Monkey.

Bank of America Corp : The Big Bank Temptation in 7 Charts

Bank of America is said to be the big bank temptation in 7 charts. Is that for real?  Insider Monkey wrote about "The Big Bank Temptation in 7 Charts" for us to know about them. Everywhere you turn someone has an opinion about the big banks. On one channel you hear about "too big to fail", on another you hear about "too big to jail", and in the morning paper you read about record year end profits despite a $6 billion+ trading loss earlier in the same year. What, exactly, are we to think of the big banks?

To answer that question I've compiled 7 charts that paint a picture with data, not opinion. The takeaway? You'll have to see for yourself--the conclusion will surprise you. You should see Insider Monkey's site for more details regarding the big bank temptation.

United Continental Holdings Inc, Delta Air Lines, Inc. & More: How Do They Stack Up?

Have you got any idea on how the airlines stack up? For you find out, Insider Monkey provide us a reading about " United Continental Holdings Inc , Delta Air Lines, Inc. & More: How Do They Stack Up?"

On April 8, Purdue University and Wichita State University published the annual national Airline Quality Rating (AQR), which asses the airline quality on several performance criteria. It features U.S Airlines that are required to report performance by virtue of having at least 1% of domestic scheduled-service passenger revenue during the year. The Airline Quality Rating 2013 is the 23rd edition of the report and its scores are based on 15 elements in four major areas that focus on airline performance aspects important to consumers over 2012. The report is conducted by Dr. Dean Headley, professor at Wichita State University and Dr. Brent Bowen, professor at Purdue University and includes 14 airlines among which are United Airlines owned by United Continental Holdings Inc (NYSE:UAL), Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:DAL), or Frontier Airlines owned by Republic Airways Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:RJET).



According to the report, the scores on the AQR are almost the same in 2012 as in 2011, but declines were registered in two of the four performance areas. The on-time arrival percentage improved in 2012 to 81.8% versus 80.0% a year earlier. If we take for example the results for United Airlines, owned by United Continental Holdings Inc (NYSE:UAL), the on-time arrival performance, dropped to 77.4% in 2012, from 80.2% a year earlier,while Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:DAL) registered an improvement to 86.5% from 82.3% in 2011. Please go to Insider Monkey to know how these airlines stack up.

Intel Corporation : The Tech Giant’s Top 5 Microprocessors

Intel Corporation is one of the best companies that offers microprocessors. In fact, the computer that you are using right now might have Intel's microprocessors. Insider Monkey provide us a reading about " Intel Corporation : The Tech Giant’s Top 5 Microprocessors".

  If you are reading this article, the most probably you are doing it from sitting in front a computer or a laptop. At the same time, I guess there is a very high probability that your computer has inside a processor built by Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC). We are just assuming that because Intel has the largest share on the PC microprocessor market. The company is also the world leader and highest valued semiconductor chip maker in terms of revenue.

Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC)'s history goes as far back as 1968 when Robert Noyce and Gordon Moore founded the company, which is headquarted in Santa Clara, California, and three years later introduced to the world the first microprocessor. In 1989 the microprocessor was awarded as one of the ten outstanding achievements for the advancement of human welfare by the National Academy of Engineering. Visit Insider Monkey for more info about Intel Corporation.

Top 10 Craziest Smartphone Crash Tests

Just before releasing in the market, smartphones are heavily tested. On the other hand, there are the craziest smartphone crash tests. See the " Top 10 Craziest Smartphone Crash Tests" created by Insider Monkey. This year we celebrate 40 years since John F. Mitchell and Dr. Martin Cooper presented to the world the first hand-held mobile phone, made by Motorola. Since then, the market of mobile phones has evolved dramatically and now we are facing a totally new era in the world of mobile phones, the era of smartphones.

Currently the market of smartphones is shared by several companies among which are situated Nokia Corporation (ADR) (NYSE:NOK), Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) and Research In Motion Ltd (NASDAQ:BBRY). These companies are among the leaders in the marketplace, facing challenges and competition by launching new models and releasing software updates. Go to the site of Insider Monkey for the details about the craziest smartphone crash tests.

The Top 10 US States Invaded By Illegal Immigrants

Some of the US States are invaded by illegal immigrants. With this, Insider Monkey provide us a post  pertaining the " The Top 10 US States Invaded By Illegal Immigrants" for us to be knowledgeable about it.

It's crucial to learn about illegal immigration. Illegal immigration remains an important issue throughout the entire world, especially in the US, particularly due to its higher level of economic and social development in comparison to some of its neighboring countries. According to the latest available data from Pew Hispanic Center, the number of unauthorized immigrants in the US has reached 11.1 million people, which is less than about 12 million, the number of illegals in 2007, but is much higher than 8.4 million registered in 2000.

In order to deal with the flow of illegal immigrants, the US government is thinking about approving a new immigration reform bill. However, the bill, that will be discussed next week, has many details that need to be figured out. But one thing is certain, the document will contain a path that might allow 11 millions undocumented immigrants to obtain American citizenship. Just visit the site of Insider Monkey for more details about the US states invaded by illegal immigrants.

The 20 Most Inspirational Warren Buffett Quotes on Business, Investing and Life

A lot of people in the business industries believe in what Warren Buffett's quotations about business. With this,  Insider Monkey's post about "The 20 Most Inspirational Warren Buffett Quotes on Business, Investing and Life".

Inspirational quotes are plentiful on the blogosphere. There are a few individuals, though, that readers, particularly in investing circles, should pay attention to. Let's look at Warren Buffett's best quotes on business, investing, and life in general.

Buffett, an American business magnate, philanthropist, and an extremely, extremely successful investor, has been quoted many times throughout his 60-plus year career. There are, however, some key nuggets that we can hold above the others. Please  check on the Insider Monkey's blog to know more about Warren Buffett.

What Is A Financial Crisis? Here Are The 5 Worst Of All-Time

When you hear the words financial crisis, what comes in your mind? Insider Monkey has an article regarding "What Is A Financial Crisis? Here Are The 5 Worst Of All-Time". Many ardent investors have problem asked themselves one time or another: what is a financial crisis? We'll we'll take you through the five worst crises imaginable, economically speaking. It doesn't matter whether a country has a state-controlled economy or a free market economy, everything is centered around the circulation of money; that's basic Econ 101.

Since ancient times, when people were producing, supplying and distributing goods, the modern-day concept of an "economy" slowly arose, and much like many phenomena that arc over centuries, this process has become more and more complex.Now, the first to give birth to the concept of an economy as we know it today were the Babylonians, a society that developed an economic system with laws of debt, legal contracts and codes of law related to business and private property. To understand what a financial crisis is, it's important to understand this fact. You can view on Insider Monkey for more additional details on financial crisis.

Bank of America Corp & 9 Other Banks With Booming Expected EPS Growth

Despite of having a lot of controversies, Bank of America Corp is still one of the best banks in the US. Insider Monkey has created a post regarding " Bank of America Corp (BAC) & 9 Other Banks With Booming Expected EPS Growth"

When speaking about lenders, Bank of America Corp (NYSE:BAC) is probably the first one that comes to mind. Bank of America Corp (NYSE:BAC) is the second largest bank holding company in the U.S., and is one of the largest companies in the country in terms of total revenue. However, when it comes to the banking and financial sector, there is a difference between common commercial banks and money center banks. We'll focus on the latter.

Money center banks are very similar to common banks when it comes to structure, but the main difference between them is that money center banks, which are usually located in major economic centers (like Hong-Kong, London, New York), do not borrow from or lend to consumers; their activities are conducted with governments, large corporations or regular banks. See Insider Monkey's site for more details about Bank of America. 

What Happened At The Boston Marathon Bombing? 12 Dramatic Photos

The Boston marathon bombing is one of the most surprising thing that happened in the history of Boston. Insider Monkey revealed photos in its article  "What Happened At The Boston Marathon Bombing? 12 Dramatic Photo" to see what really happened.

What happened at the Boston Marathon bombing? While almost every U.S. citizen, together with many others from around the globe, are still shocked about yesterday's explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon, law enforcement officials are still trying to figure out those responsible for the bombings, suspecting that most likely it could have been a terrorist attack.

Let's do a quick review of yesterday's horrifying incident in Boston. First reported at 3:15 pm EST, two explosions occurred near the finish line of the Boston Marathon, which is one of the biggest free-standing marathon events in the world. The explosions happened about four hours after the start of the marathon, at time when most of the 27,000 participants crossed the finish line, NPR reported. For more details about the Boston marathon bombing, you may see the website of Insider Monkey.

Who Files The Most Patents? Key Apple Inc. Supplier Among Top 10

Have you got the idea about patents? You can know more it if you read on Insider Monkey's " Who Files The Most Patents? Key Apple Inc. Supplier Among Top 10". A key Apple supplier, Foxconn, is in the top ten. Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is known by its followers to be particularly grabby in the patent space, which can be seen as a virtue or a sin, depending on your feelings toward the tech company. That's why it's surprising to note that in the year 2012, Apple itself was not among the U.S.'s top ten filers, but it did have a place in the top 30.
A patent is a form of intellectual property, and it involves a set of exclusive rights given by a state for an inventor. It is a solution to a technological good and is related to some kind of product or process. See Insider Monkey for more details on patents.

Hedge Fund Strategies & Structure: 4 Stunning Graphics

To become good in the field of hedge funds, you must know the different  hedge fund strategies & structure. Insider Monkey wrote us a reading about "Hedge Fund Strategies & Structure: 4 Stunning Graphics". Leading U.S. law firm, Seward & Kissel, released its 2012 edition of the "New Hedge Fund Study" last month. The study reflects data on newly formed hedge funds sponsored by U.S. managers, which have entered the market in 2012, and covers launches of Seward & Kissel's new clients from 2012. The data reflects some important information and points that can be relevant for the hedge fund industry at large.
"The study analyzed investment strategies, incentive allocations/management fees,liquidity and structures, as well as whether any form of strategic capital was raised. The study did not cover managed account structures or funds  ofone that may have a wider variation in the fee arrangements and/or other terms," the law firm said in the report.

Seward & Kissel was founded in 1890 and has earned an excellent international reputation since then. Its primary practice focuses on corporate and litigation work. The firm is well known for representing major commercial banks, investment banking firms, investment advisers and related investment funds (including mutual funds and hedge funds), broker-dealers, institutional investors and transportation companies (particularly in the shipping area). You can visit on Insider Monkey for the full article on hedge fund strategies & structure.

Apple Inc.: 5 Insane Images Of The New HQ

Apple Inc. is one of the biggest phone makers. Moreover,  Insider Monkey created "Apple Inc.: 5 Insane Images Of The New HQ" for us to read on.

One of the keys to a successful company is a motivated, happy and goal-oriented team of employees, particularly at a tech giant like Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL). In order to achieve this, some companies adopt a bunch of policies and incentives meant to satisfy their employee's needs, like discount cards, or paid holidays. At the same time, other companies try to create a great working atmosphere by building a cool headquarters, which features many opportunities for workers to engage in various activities aside work.

 So, since we mentioned Apple let's take a closer look at the plans for their new headquarters building in Cupertino. After Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) announced it is going to build a new headquarters, last year it submitted the project "Apple Campus 2" to the Cupertino city council. The pearl of the site is the new HQ building, which has a futuristic design and looks more like a spaceship than a 21st century structure. Visit Insider Monkey for more info about Apple Inc.

Netflix, Inc. : A Mind-Blowing Look Into Its Original Programming

Netflix, Inc as we all know is a provider that people love just like HBO. To know more about this, Insider Monkey created "Netflix, Inc.: A Mind-Blowing Look Into Its Original Programming".

Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX), even though it started as a provider of on-demand streaming media, announced in 2011 that it planned to purchase original content for its subscription streaming service. In 2012, Netflix took eight episodes of "Lilyhammer," which aired in Norway earlier, and made them available in North America. One of the latest debuts on the new ground of original programming was "House of Cards," which was released to epic reviews on the site this past February.

The premiere of House of Cards was a success for Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX). The entire first season, containing 13 episodes, was released in one block, and the second season is now in production. You should take a look at the website of Insider Monkey for more details about Netflix Inc.

Berkshire Hathaway Inc.: The Eight Smartest Things Munger Has Ever Said

I am sure that you already heard about Berkshire Hathaway Inc.  Insider Monkey has a blog about " Berkshire Hathaway Inc.: The Eight Smartest Things Munger Has Ever Said". Listen to a lot of successful business people talk, and you'll often be let down. Many of them just aren't very articulate. Or they choose their words carefully lest they ignite a PR bomb.

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:BRK.B) vice-chairman Charlie Munger isn't one of them. He's old, he's rich, and he doesn't give a damn what you think about him. He will always provide the unfiltered truth. See the site of Insider Monkey for more facts about Berkshire Hathaway Inc.

The 10 Most Religious Cities in America

Just like some of the other countries, America is one of the places with religious people. Although not all, there are most religious cities in america.  "The 10 Most Religious Cities in America" was created by Insider Monkey for us to know what are the cities that are considered God-fearing cities,

In a country that contains over 30,000 incorporated zones, a list of the most religious cities in America is truly an "elite" club, so to speak. Religion is an organized system of cultural beliefs, and world views, which relates a society to certain moral and spiritual values. Gallup, a research-based company, recently released its report on which U.S. cities are considered to be the most religious.

In the entire country, about 40% of all Americans consider themselves very religious, while 31% are classified as non-religious. Another 29% of Americans say that religion is an important part of their lives, but they do not often attend different religious ceremonies. You need to see the website of Insider Monkey for more details about the most religious cities in America.

Hedge Funds’ 10 Favorite ETFs

Hedge funds'10 favorites ETFs are now finally revealed in a post. Insider Monkey created "Hedge Funds’ 10 Favorite ETFs" just for you to have the information you are looking for.

Exchange-traded funds (ETF) like the SPDR Gold Trust (ETF) (NYSEARCA:GLD) have many similarities with regular stocks. However, even though it trades like a stock on the market, an ETF is a security that follows an index, a commodity or a basket of assets, so it has some particularities as an index fund. Because it acts like a stock on the market, but also because of the low cost and tax efficiency, ETFs can represent an interesting investment opportunity.

Owners of ETFs benefit from the diversification of an index and from the possibility to sell short, and purchase at least one share. In addition, an extra advantage is that ETFs owners bear some lower expenses compared to the average mutual fund, because buying and selling ETFs involve the same commission as paid on any regular order. Please go to Insider Monkey to see more of the Hedge Funds' 10 favorite ETFs.

Solar Stocks Loved By The Smart Money

Wondering what are most loved solar stocks by The Smart Money?  Insider Monkey made a blogging on the " Solar Stocks Loved By The Smart Money".

Energy is one of the most important topics in the world economy at the moment, particularly from a long-term standpoint. As renewables continue to gain greater support from both sides of the political aisle in the U.S. (and in many developed and developing nations abroad), there's inevitably a push toward investment opportunities in this space. Publicly-traded solar energy companies are in particular focus, and names like First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR), SunPower Corporation (NASDAQ:SPWR) and GT Advanced Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:GTAT) have been brought to the center of Mr. Market's attention.

Speaking of First Solar specifically, it is important to mention that in its recent acquisition of the Japan-based TetraSun, there exists a key opportunity for expansion that couldn't exist elsewhere. In Japan in particular, limited land availability reduces the space that solar providers have for PV plants, and TetraSun, which specializes in rooftop systems, should be a good way for First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) to expand vertically, rather than horizontally--literally speaking.  See Insider Monkey for more about solar stocks.

Hedge Funds’ 10 Favorite Cybersecurity Players

Do you know what the hedge funds' 10 favorite cybersecurity players?  Insider Monkey created "Hedge Funds’ 10 Favorite ETFs" just for you to have the information you are looking for.

Exchange-traded funds (ETF) like the SPDR Gold Trust (ETF) (NYSEARCA:GLD) have many similarities with regular stocks. However, even though it trades like a stock on the market, an ETF is a security that follows an index, a commodity or a basket of assets, so it has some particularities as an index fund. Because it acts like a stock on the market, but also because of the low cost and tax efficiency, ETFs can represent an interesting investment opportunity.

Owners of ETFs benefit from the diversification of an index and from the possibility to sell short, and purchase at least one share. In addition, an extra advantage is that ETFs owners bear some lower expenses compared to the average mutual fund, because buying and selling ETFs involve the same commission as paid on any regular order. Please go to Insider Monkey to see more of the Hedge Funds' 10 favorite ETFs.

The 10 Largest Credit Rating Agencies In The World

Do you know anything about credit rating agencies? Then, you must know the largest credit agencies in the world. Insider Monkey brings us a blog post about "The 10 Largest Credit Rating Agencies In The World". A credit rating agency (CRA) is a company that assigns credit ratings for companies, entities, governments, and state or local governments who are issuing some kind of debt obligations, like bonds that can be traded on secondary markets. A CRA often analyzes debt instruments themselves. Credit ratings involve opinions about credit risks. They refer to ability or obligations of the issuer to complete its financial responsibilities in accordance with the bonds that are issued.

 Usually CRAs follow a simple, subscriber-based business model to achieve some income. This model involves releasing publications but not distributing them for free, but to receive a fee from its subscribers and provide the publications only for them. For more details, see the website of Insider Monkey to see the full post about the largest credit rating agencies in the world.

The Most Short Sold Stocks

If there are companies that have the highest sold stocks, there are also those that have short sold stocks. Insider Monkey has made a post regarding the list on "The Most Short Sold Stocks".

For investors looking to hedge or speculate, there are many reasons why one would short sell a stock. While bi-monthly short interest FINRA data is useful for determining a broad gauge of the 'most hated' stocks on the Street, it's important to note that an abnormally high short interest can lead to a short squeeze. Though tough to pinpoint, recent short squeeze scenarios include Tesla Motors Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA), among others, but generally speaking, a short interest percentage above 30% (of float) indicates a level that retail investors should stay cautious of.

The stock price of Disney has been in a general uptrend over the past 12 months, and is now up more than 40% from a year ago. Logically speaking, this makes Disney an unfavorable candidate for short sellers, but there are still a few bears out there. Please see Insider Monkey for more details about the most short sold stocks.

The World’s 10 Most Popular Beaches

Planning to go out on a beach? Well then you must visit one of the most popular beaches in the world. Insider Monkey wrote a blog about "The World’s 10 Most Popular Beaches".

Looking for a unique holiday retreat this year where you can catch some sun, practicing your swimming, or maybe even learn how to surf? Since the holiday season is on its way, we have compiled a list of the world’s 10 most popular beaches, so there’s plenty for you to choose from. Thailand, Hawaii, and Australia represent just several locations you may find reading on. Because it is hard to state which beach is better than the other, we have included a bit of something for everyone.

Please see Insider Monkey for all the details about the world's most popular beaches.

What’s The Craziest Job In The World

Would you do the craziest jobs in the world just to earn bucks? Craziest by means of how delicate or how stressing they are. Insider Monkey created an article about "What’s The Craziest Job In The World". Read about it and comment if you really have the craziest job in the world.

Well, there are plenty of ways to measure this metric, but one way is to look at stress levels, i.e., the planet's 10 most stressful careers. The careers that have made the list were ranked according to the 2013 “Job rated stress score”, compiled by CareerCast.

Not at all surprising, military personnel ranks in the top position once again this year. There are several reasons why this profession is the leader in terms of stress. Arduous training camps, relatively low wages, taking tremendous risks have all added to the high stress score for this particular career. Even when there is no war, military personnel still have to undertake difficult tasks, such as providing relief in case of natural disaster. See the website of the Insider Monkey for the article about the craziest job in the world.

The 10 Most Expensive Cities in the World

Excited for the holiday? I am sure, you already have plans with friends. It is probably going out on a beach or spending some time in one of the most expensive cities in the world. Insider Monkey has a post about "The 10 Most Expensive Cities in the World" for us to read on.

New York? Paris? London? Well, it is true that it can be quite costly to live in any of these cities, but neither of the three are anywhere near the undisputed leader, Hong Kong.

That’s right, you’ve read correctly, Hong Kong, China is 2013’s most expensive city, with an average price per square foot of $11,000. And it is not the only Asian metropolis to make our top ten; in fact, 5 out of the 10 cities in the countdown are from Asia. Whatever their secret formula is, it is surely working, as this continent has enjoyed a constant and exponential economic and industrial growth, which is more than evident from our countdown as well. Visit Insider Monkey to know all the most expensive cities in the world.

The Ten Most Expensive Homes in the World

There area lot of beautiful homes out there. Moreover, not all of them are as expensive as we think but there are really the most expensive homes in the world.Insider Monkey brings us a posting stating the "The Ten Most Expensive Homes in the World". This is for us to have a great inspiration in having our own house.

Three stories high, indoor and outdoor pool, tennis court, glass walls? The reality is, that most of us, will never get to live in great mansions or castles, but it is always fun to see how people with a lot of money choose to live. Read on to find the list of the most expensive homes in the world made popular by the British newspaper "The Times."

Better known as the Castle of Dracula, the Bran Castle is a $135 million estate located in Transylvania, Romania. Although nowadays it is a museum, the fortress once served as the residence for royal families. Its most popular occupant was Vlad the Impaler, whom most people nowadays associate with the infamous count Dracula. You need to take a look at the website of Insider Monkey for the full list of the most expensive homes in the world. 

The 10 Highest Paying Jobs In America

Before entering college life, you should consider what might you have in the future. As a piece of advice, get a course that is related to the highest paying jobs in America. Insider Monkey made a posting about "The 10 Highest Paying Jobs in America".

Wondering which are the most lucrative professions in the US, i.e., the highest paying jobs out there? Well, we have compiled a list of 2013’s highest paying jobs and some of the professions that have made the top 10 may come as a surprise.

According to data provided by the US Department of Labor, eight out of the 10 best paid jobs belong to various specialties within the medical field. For the purpose of keeping this top ten varied and interesting, we have made only one entry for all medical professions. For the complete list about the highest paying jobs in America, please see the site of Insider Monkey.

The 7 Best Home Workout Programs

To stay fit and to stay healthy is one of the best things a person should have. What if you don't have time to go to gym? If so, you need to know the best home workout programs. Insider Monkey made a blogging about "The 7 Best Home Workout Programs".

Trying to shed a few pounds, get more in shape, or simply want to make sure you keep your current figure, while searching for the best home workout program? Well, you don’t need to pay exorbitant sums at your local gym or invest in any fancy equipment. All you need is a little willpower and some free space in your living room. 

We would like to present you the best seven home workout programs that can help you reach your fitness goals. It might be a little hard to state that one workout is better than the other; it is more a matter of personal taste. You are more than welcome to try them all out and see what you like best. So, let’s take a look at the list of the best home workout programs. You need to see  Insider Monkey about the full blog on the best home workout programs.

The World’s Top 10 Ski Resorts

Winter season is never complete without skiing and visiting one of the best ski resorts.  Insider Monkey presents an article with regards to "The World’s Top 10 Ski Resorts".

What is winter without breathtaking sceneries and challenging slopes where you can practice your skills as a skier or snowboarder? If you can’t imagine booking a winter holiday in a place where you couldn’t practice your beloved sports, we have compiled a list of the world’s top 10 ski resorts. We took into account factors such as quality of the slopes, atmosphere, restaurants, and other facilities.

The ski resorts in our top 10 weren’t ranked in a particular order, because they all have their distinct advantages and it would be hard to say that one is better than the other. From beginners to pros, from single daredevils to families, there is something for everyone. To see the full list about the top ski resorts, you should visit Insider Monkey's site.

The 8 Most Secluded Homes In The World

Can you survive to live in a secluded area? Believe it or not, there are people who do and there are the most secluded homes in the world. Insider Monkey has a great posting about " The 8 Most Secluded Homes In The World".
Tired of the hustle and bustle of the big city you live in? How wonderful would it be to be able to retreat to your own little haven, far far away from civilization? Just you and the nature. We have compiled a list of the world’s 8 most secluded homes. Take a look at the countdown; some of these locations are simply breathtaking, not to mention surprising.

Located 4,003 meters above sea level, on top of the Matterhorn, to be more exact, the Solvay Hut can house up to ten guests. For the daredevils that can conquer the inhospitable and steep paths of the Swiss Alps, this secluded home is the perfect retreat. You can see the full article regarding the most secluded homes in the world when you visit on Insider Monkey.

What’s The Most Stressful Job? 6 To Add To Your List

I guess you think you own the most stressful job, right?I think you should see the list of the most stressful jobs first. Insider Monkey has a post about " What’s The Most Stressful Job? 6 (More) To Add To Your List".

We've already counted through our first top ten list, but there were 6 more that deserve their own mention. Yes, it's obvious that stressful careers are not for those who are meek at heart; they're for those who are willing to put their family lives second and even their own personal life, to strive for excellence in jobs that many times, require work beyond the normal 9-to-5 shift.

In the world's most stressful jobs, both the aptitude and attitude of a person can help decide whether to enter a particular career that is competitive and stressful. The careers listed below are nerve-racking for many reasons. They involve saving lives, taking care of others 24/7 or even managing other peoples' money. However, what makes a career stressful can also make it interesting to work in, and usually, it gives the one who follows it a sense of accomplishment that could never be accomplished otherwise. You should see Insider Monkey for more information about the most stressful job.

The Top 7 Most Unbelievable Lawsuits

There are lawsuits that are truly unbelievable. Because of this, the most unbelievable lawsuits are revealed. Insider Monkey made a listing about "The Top 7 Most Unbelievable Lawsuits" for us to know about them.

When it comes to inexplicable, unbelievable, or downright idiotic lawsuits, legal courts around the world have heard it all. We’ve searched high and low and selected 7 of the most unbelievable lawsuits to ever reach a court. Prepare to be both shocked and amused!

Who would mind being mistaken for a popular celebrity? Apparently, Allen Heckard from Oregon does. In 2006 he sued both Michael Jordan and the Nike Company for the emotional pain and suffering his resemblance to the basketball superstar caused him. To know more about the most unbelievable lawsuits, you should visit Insider Monkey.

The 6 Most Haunted Cities In America

Ghost haunting with friends is probably one of the most exciting things to do. With this, you need to visit the most haunted cities in America.  Insider Monkey made a listing for us of "The 6 Most Haunted Cities In America".

If you love a good ghost story, then this is the article to read. While there are numerous small towns across the country that pride themselves with the ghost stories they can tell you, the list we have compiled for you focuses on some of the nation’s biggest, and of course most haunted, cities. 

Probably one of the last things to come to mind when thinking of Florida is ghost stories. However, you might be surprised. Some of the most famous haunted stories surrounding Key West are that of Ernest Hemingway’s home and of Captain Tony’s Saloon, which was once the location of the town morgue. You should see Insider Monkey for the full listing of the most haunted cities in America.

The 7 Best Holiday Destinations

Holidays are the best time to relax and to go out of town. Moreover, you need to know the best holiday destinations.  Insider Monkey created " The 7 Best Holiday Destinations" for you to have an idea where to go.

Wondering where to spend your holiday this year and have no clue where to begin looking for the perfect vacation spot? Well, to help you with this, we have compiled a list of some of the greatest holiday destinations. The spots in our countdown aren’t necessarily ranked in a specific order, as it can be quite hard to decide which is better than the other, but we have tried to include something for everyone.

Morocco is the perfect mix of African and Arabian culture, in one of the most exotic sceneries possible. Casablanca and Marrakech are two cities you should definitely not miss while visiting Morocco and do not forget to engage in the local custom of haggling and bargaining. For the full list, please visit on Insider Monkey's site.

Lucky 7: The Best Web Hosting Companies On The Market

Web hosting is one of the best business to have and yet it requires a lot of skills and knowledge.  Insider Monkey has a blog about " Lucky 7: The Best Web Hosting Companies On The Market". You should see this one.

Web hosting providers are the foundation of any online business; you simply cannot succeed without one. However, not all web hosting companies are as efficient in providing top quality services at reasonable prices. To help you better assess which such companies are worthwhile, we have compiled a list of the top 7 web hosting companies.

In compiling the top 7, several indicators were taken into account, such as price, reliability, and customer support services. Nonetheless, ranking one web provider as being better than the other is quite a difficult task and, ultimately, each of the companies listed below is top class, regardless if they have placed 7th or 1st. For the complete blog, you may visit Insider Monkey's website.

The 7 Most Important Medical Advances of the Past Decade

Have you got any idea about the most important medical advances?  Insider Monkey made an article regarding "The 7 Most Important Medical Advances of the Past Decade".

Medicine is an ever evolving field of science, with constant breakthroughs and discoveries being made at a rapid pace. Wondering what this past decade has brought in terms of medical advances? We have compiled a list of the seven most impressive medical triumphs over the last ten years. From vaccines and cancer treatments to the once a day HIV pill, our list has it all. 

While amniocentesis represents a reliable method to detect the Down syndrome in an unborn fetus, this particular procedure does carry some risks. However, in 2008, scientists developed a less invasive test that could identify the syndrome simply by drawing blood from the mother. You may visit on the site of Insider Monkey to know more facts about the most important medical advances over the part decade.

Wondering Where to Honeymoon? Here Are The Top 10 Spots

A newly wedded couple should spend sometime for a honeymoon break. This is a great bonding for both of them. On the other hand, before anything else couple should first decide on where to honeymoon.  Insider Monkey has a blogging about "Wondering Where to Honeymoon? Here Are The Top 10 Spots".

So, you’ve planned your wedding down to the very last detail, but have you truly considered where you would like to spend your honeymoon? Even if you’ve already had one, there’s nobody stopping you from enjoying another. We have compiled a list of some of the best honeymoon spots in the world, so take a look at our selection below.

Nothing screams “honeymoon” louder than clear blue water and hot white sand. For those of you would love an island getaway then the Maldives might just be the perfect choice: a perfectly romantic paradise for those couples who want to get away from it all and simply enjoy each other’s company. Stop wondering about where to honeymoon and just go to Insider Monkey's post for more details.

Apple's 7 Most Expensive Apps Will Blow Your Mind

Apple Inc has a lot of helpful apps to its user. With this, there are apps to be the most expensive apps for Apple. Insider Monkey made an article regarding "The 7 Most Important Medical Advances of the Past Decade".

Medicine is an ever evolving field of science, with constant breakthroughs and discoveries being made at a rapid pace. Wondering what this past decade has brought in terms of medical advances? We have compiled a list of the seven most impressive medical triumphs over the last ten years. From vaccines and cancer treatments to the once a day HIV pill, our list has it all. 

While amniocentesis represents a reliable method to detect the Down syndrome in an unborn fetus, this particular procedure does carry some risks. However, in 2008, scientists developed a less invasive test that could identify the syndrome simply by drawing blood from the mother. You may visit on the site of Insider Monkey to know more facts about the most important medical advances over the part decade.

The 16 Most Beautiful Apple Inc. Retail Stores

Apple Inc has beautiful products that is why, there are also the most beautiful Apple Inc retail stores.  Insider Monkey wrote "The 16 Most Beautiful Apple Inc. (AAPL) Retail Stores".

Every time I am visiting another country or another city I pass near an Apple retail store and I always go inside, even though I am already familiar with the products I'll find in there, and even though I know I will not buy anything.

It's no secret that Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is a great company with a hip product line. Those interested in purchasing a product designed by Apple can easily do it online, however, the company operates a chain of retail stores and going there can become an amazing experience. In its fiscal year 2012 10-K form with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) reported 390 stores worldwide. In this way, the company owns 250 stores in the U.S and 140 in 12 other countries. Go to the website of Insider Monkey for the complete article regarding the most beautiful Apple Inc. retail stores.

The 10 Most Exciting Next-Gen Games For The Xbox One and PS4

Xbox One and PS4 are just some of the gadgets that videogame lovers have. Moreover, as a game lover, you need to know the most exciting next-gen games for these. Insider Monkey created "The 10 Most Exciting Next-Gen Games For The Xbox One and PS4" for the revelations of the next-gen games.

A couple of weeks ago, the history book was turned another page. Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) and Sony Corporation (ADR) (NYSE:SNE) have shed light onto their new consoles, the Xbox One and the PS4, respectively.

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) has put a lot of thought in its new console, which allows users to take their gaming experiences to a new level. Aside from offering the possibility to watch live TV and talk on Skype via Xbox, the device has also the option to combine actions like talking on Skype or playing while watching TV at the same time. You should visit Insider Monkey for the full post about the most exciting next-gen games.

Elon Musk’s Twitter Account: His 10 Greatest Tweets

Twitter is popular to everybody. With this, Elon Musk's twitter account is being followed by many. Insider Monkey created a post about "Elon Musk’s Twitter Account: His 10 Greatest Tweets".

The CEO of Tesla Motors Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) and SolarCity Corp (NASDAQ:SCTY), and the man behind projects like SpaceX and Paypal, Elon Musk, is full of great ideas and it seems like he enjoys sharing them.

One of the ways used by Musk to communicate is via his Twitter channel. The CEO of Tesla is very active on Twitter. He is followed by over 200,000 people and usually replies to many tweets, and as we mentioned earlier today, this serves as a sort of free "marketing strategy" for his companies. You may visit on Insider Monkey for the full article about Elon Musk's twitter account.

Electronic Arts’ Top 10 E3 Premiers

Do you have any idea of the Electronic Arts. top E3 premiers?   Insider Monkey has a posting about " Electronic Arts’ Top 10 E3 Premiers" so that videogame lovers would know so.

If you are a fan of video games, then the name EA will not be unfamiliar to you, because you surely saw the logo many times. Indeed, Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) is one of the leaders on the market of video games, being responsible for the appearance of masterpieces like "Need for Speed", "FIFA", and "Battlefield."

As it is already known in the video game community we are now in the period of the E3 Summit, which takes place in Los-Angeles. During the event companies engaged in the video games industry present their latest products. Among the most expected premiers of this year's exhibition where two consoles: Xbox One, developed by Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) and Sony Corporation (ADR) (NYSE:SNE)'s Playstation 4. You may visit on Insider Monkey for more details about Electronic Arts.

The 10 Deadliest Airplane Crashes in History

Traveling is a fun thing to do. Would you still consider if fun when something bad happen just like the deadliest airplane crashes? Insider Monkey created a list about "The 10 Deadliest Airplane Crashes in History"

Airline travel is considered as being one of the safest means of transportation, with the least amount of deaths per miles traveled. However, from time to time, stories of horrific airplane crashes do make the news. History has had its fair share of aviation catastrophes and we have compiled the ten worst tragedies, according to the toll that each crash took.

An incorrect use of the navigation system lead to the Korean Airlines Flight 007 being deviated from its route to Seoul and left it heading straight towards the Soviet Union. The flight was ultimately shot down by a Soviet fighter aircraft, which had allegedly mistaken the plane for a military spy. Please see Insider Monkey for the complete list about the deadliest airplane crashes.

Tesla Motors Inc , SolarCity Corp Not Elon Musk’s Only Projects

Elon Musk is known as an investor with a very clever mind. He also is the reason why some companies are very much popular nowadays. Insider Monkey created "Tesla Motors Inc , SolarCity Corp Not Elon Musk’s Only Projects", to show us how really good he is.

Elon Musk has a brilliant mind that served has him well over the years and has helped him come out and develop some truly world-changing companies, like the publicly traded Tesla Motors Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) and SolarCity Corp (NASDAQ:SCTY). Mr. Musk demonstrated an ability for business and technology already in childhood; born in 1971, Elon at the age of twelve developed the code for his own video game, which he later sold for profit. At the age of 24, Elon Musk already founded his first business, which he later sold and became a millionaire at the age of 28.


Musk is mostly famous for founding Tesla Motors Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA), a company which he is currently the CEO of. Tesla has succeeded in the industry of electric vehicles, the Model S serving as an EV icon. The company built its first vehicle, the Tesla Roadster, in 2008. After seeing the Roadster's success, Tesla Motors Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) created the Model S, which is currently in production and started working on the Model X, a fully electric SUV. Please see the site of Insider Monkey to know more about Elon Musk.

The 10 Best Videogame Weapons Of All-Time

For videogames fanatics, it it not just about games. It is about the battle between the other part. So, they really are trying their best to have the best videogame weapons of all time.  "The 10 Best Videogame Weapons Of All-Time" was created by Insider Monkey so that people know the greatest weapons used on videogames.

While many of us enjoy video games, developers like Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) or Ubisoft make sure to create a variety of games that will satisfy every user. We are currently in a period of entering a new era in the video gaming industry, which is marked by the appearance of  the PS4 and Xbox One consoles. At the E3 Summit, videogame developers have already released some of the projects that will be placed on shelves soon, which will inherently bring the gaming experience to the proverbial next level.


Due to the fact that both PS4 and Xbox One consoles have a more powerful hardware, the so-called next gen games will have: (1) better quality graphics and (2) more features that will bring gamers closer to the feeling that the virtual world is the world they inhabit. You will see the full post if you visit on Insider Monkey.

Thursday, September 26, 2013

The Largest Newspapers In America

After a good night sleep, there is nothing relaxing than drinking a cup of coffee while reading the newspaper. Insider Monkey presents " The Largest Newspapers In America" for us to know if newspapers still have space for us despite of the existence of World Wide Web.

There's about a one-in-three chance that you're reading this over a morning cup of Joe, perhaps with a newspaper by your side. Okay, we made that probability up, but the point is this: although the print media industry is in secular decline, there are still plenty of massive publications out there, and it's worth it to make yourself aware of the biggest players. With over 300 million people in the US alone, newspapers have major market potential; one of the biggest companies in this space is News Corp (NASDAQ:NWSA), which owns several major publications.

With millions of papers sold daily, print media sources have a large influence on public opinion, but any source must earn readers' trust to maintain a solid base, and to build profits. And even though there are hundreds of titles, only a select few manage to earn the public's appreciation. You can visit the Insider Monkey for the full list of the largest newspapers in America. 

Car Recalls: The 10 Largest In U.S. History

Interested in car recalls? In that case, you need to know first the largest car recalls in the history of U.S. Insider Monkey made a posting about "Car Recalls: The 10 Largest In U.S. History". Lately there's been quite a bit of noise in the automobile world about the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of the U.S Department of Transportation.

In particular, the NHTSA asked the Chrysler Group to recall about 2.7 million Jeeps, which are considered to be dangerous due to gas tank-related issues. The NHTSA considers that Chrysler should recall Jeep Grand Cherokee produced between 1993 and 2004, and Jeep Liberty models produced during the 2002-2007 period, because these cars' gas tanks (situated in the rear) could be exposed to leakage and subsequent fire in the case of a rear accident.

The 10 Highest-Rated Videogames of All-Time

Despite of having a high volume of new games in the field of videogames, there are still considered as the highest-rated videogames of all time.  Insider Monkey made a blog about "The 10 Highest-Rated Videogames of All-Time".

Are you a video game enthusiast? If so, you may be interested in finding out which 10 are the critic community's favorites. Browse our list, you may very well find a few of your favorites on it. The video games that made our countdown were chosen based on reviews and sales.

The Resident Evil series has always been one of the most appreciated games in the industry, and the 4th release has not disappointed fans. This particular video game is a perfect fit for anyone looking for both action and a little bit of horror. Please see Insider Monkey to take a closer look of the rest of the highest-rated videogames of all time.

The 7 Most Popular Conspiracy Theories

Conspiracy theories is very common to people and yet there are those that are considered as the most popular conspiracy theories.  Insider Monkey shares us something to read about "The 7 Most Popular Conspiracy Theories".

Conspiracy theories have been around since the beginning of mankind. It is human nature to wonder, question, find explanations, and formulate opinions on different topics. While there are countless conspiracy theories being circulated out there, we have compiled a list of some of the most widely believed. Browse a little through our countdown to see if there’s one theory you yourself are a fan of.

The Clinton Body County refers to a list of over 50 people, associates of the former US president Bill Clinton, who have died under questionable circumstances. The people who believe in this theory claim that Clinton slowly and inconspicuously ordered the assassination of everyone who stood in the way of his career, one by one. You must visit Insider Monkey in order to see the full article about the most popular conspiracy theories.

5 Fascinating Examples Of Genetically Modified Organisms

Do you know what are the examples of Genetically Modified Organisms? For the fully understanding of what I am saying, Insider Monkey gives you the chance to know about " 5 Fascinating Examples Of Genetically Modified Organisms". Another post that is full of facts to read on.

The world of experimental science is in continuous evolution and one of its milestones is represented by the appearance of such genetically modified organisms. Although you have probably already heard this term before, we assure you that there are tons of things that you still not know about, things which will surprise and shock you at the same time. Below we have compiled a list of the most fascinating details relating to genetically modified organisms.

Unlike the other genetically modified organisms in our countdown, the fabrication of this little lizard has no practical and scientific reason behind it. It was done simply to prove that it can be done. Scientists managed to find a gene in the DNA of the Umbuku, a rare species of lizards living in Africa, which once altered gave them the ability to fly. Currently, there are six flying Umbuku reported to have been created. For the full list regarding the examples of Genetically Modified Organisms, please go to Insider Monkey's site.

The 10 Biggest Corporate Scandals In Modern History

To know the biggest corporate scandals might be so interesting.With this,  Insider Monkey want us to read about "The 10 Biggest Corporate Scandals In Modern History" and see how interesting it is.

Let’s face it: we all love to gossip about a big scandal every once in a while. Scandals that involve business corporations do not only catch the attention of the media and of the public eye, but they also have a significant impact on the state of the economy. Wondering which are the biggest corporate scandals in history? Well, we have compiled a list of the 10 most spectacular scandals and downfalls involving huge corporations. Let’s take a look at the countdown.

The beloved cyclist, Tour de France champion, cancer survivor and philanthropist, Lance Armstrong does not have the cleanest of records. Following his admission of using performance enhancing drugs, he is now forced to sell his millions worth of shares in a bicycle manufacturing company, SRAM Corporation. For more details about the biggest corporate scandals in modern history, go to the website of Insider Monkey.

The World’s Most Remote Islands: An Inside Look

To travel the whole world is probably one of your dreams. You could try visiting one of the world's remote islands to start of. Insider Monkey brings you "The World’s Most Remote Islands: An Inside Look" to give an idea where to find peace.

Can you honestly say that you’ve never dreamt of leaving your busy life behind you and retreating on a remote island, somewhere in the middle of nowhere? Well, most of us have probably had this fantasy at one point or another. 

We would like to present you with some of the world’s most remote islands. Admittedly, not all of the islands in our countdown are the idyllic paradise you might expect, but they are certainly the most secluded places on earth. Would you dare to live on one of them? Should you visit Insider Monkey for the full details with regards to the world's most remote islands. 

The 8 Most Earth-Like Planets Scientists Have Discovered…So Far

According to scientists, aside from earth, there are earth-like planets that people can live  in. Insider Monkey has a post about "The 8 Most Earth-Like Planets Scientists Have Discovered…So Far". You should read the post about them.

Could you imagine life on any other planet than Earth? Well, while the possibility of this existing has neither been confirmed or denied, scientists have discovered several planets that hold some similarities to our mother land. While more research on the matter has to be undertaken, there are voices that have stated these planets could potentially support life.

The planets in our top 8 were ranked according to how they score on the Earth Similarity Index, a scale devised by researchers in an attempt to evaluate how habitable a certain planet is. Let’s take a look at the countdown. To see the all the most earth-like planets, visit the website of Insider Monkey.

What Is a Phobia? See The 10 Most Feared

Phobia is what we also consider as fear. Some people have fear in heights, insects, and many different things. See "What Is a Phobia? See The 10 Most Feared", an article made by Insider Monkey and see if your phobia is worst than those in the list.

A phobia represents the irrational and persistent fear a person holds against a particular thing, living creature, or situation. Numerous people are afflicted by phobias and some of the most common such disorders include the fear of spiders or of heights.

However, there are other frequent phobias you should know about and we have compiled a list of the ten most common.

Such phobias usually develop during childhood years and are sometimes treatable or manageable through the use of various therapies. However, even though it is not necessarily a severe medical disorder, a phobia can significantly decrease the quality of life of the person living with it. For the complete list of the most featured phobia,you may visit the website of Insider Monkey.

Sodastream International Ltd’s Top 10 Flavors

Surely, you're one of those people who love soda. You are here to know about the Sodastream International Ltd’s Top 10 Flavors for you to find out which is best. Insider Monkey made an article of "Sodastream International Ltd’s Top 10 Flavors".
People from all around the world, especially from the USA, have had a long relationship with soda, pop, or whatever you choose to call it. Especially in the case of the U.S., soda (we prefer the former) has been the most popular drink for many years, even outrunning water in some areas (yes, seriously). And while there are companies specialized in producing sparkling beverages like The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:KO) and PepsiCo, Inc. (NYSE:PEP), whose brands are leaders of their respective marketplace, there is one company that has conquered this market from another angle.

This company is Sodastream International Ltd (NASDAQ:SODA). Headquartered in Israel, SodaStream is specialized in production of soda-making machines as well as a large range of flavors. Please take some time to see Insider Monkey for the  top flavors of Sodastream International Ltd.

The 9 Largest Private Armies In The World. What Are They Fighting For?

The largest private armies in the world are listed in a post of Insider Monkey. Want to know them? Insider Monkey shared us a blog of "The 9 Largest Private Armies In The World. What Are They Fighting For?".

Even though nowadays many countries are struggling to protect peace, there are several official "war" conflict zones on Earth. In many cases, major countries can interfere with their own troops. However, in order to prevent the risk of losing soldiers from a national army, or in case a country doesn’t have enough of a military force, a government can hire mercenaries.

Mercenaries are soldiers who are fighting in exchange for a gain or material compensation. If we look back in the history, such military force was used for thousands of years in Ancient Greece, Egypt, and the Roman Empire.You may take a look at Insider Monkey for the largest private armies in the world.


The 10 Best Job Markets Today: A Country-By-Country Look

Have you got any idea of the best job markets today? Who knows, your job might be one of them.  Insider Monkey created "The 10 Best Job Markets Today: A Country-By-Country Look" for you to be familiarize about them.

The job market, like all other markets, is influenced by the overall state of the economy. Since the global economy is still in the process of recovering from the most recent financial crisis, rising unemployment has lead to a host of problems, including an augmented level of protests, below-average real output, and others.

This is especially true for recent college graduates, but adults with years of experience also might find it pretty hard to get a new job. Increased layoffs inherently lead to a higher level of competitiveness; in one of its most recent research studies, Gallup discovered that in 2012, 57% of adults were considering that it is not a good time for them to find a job in their cities, or respective countries. Go to the site of Insider Monkey for the complete list of the best job markets today.

The 10 Most Powerful Countries In The World: Military

If a country is rich, it does not necessarily means that it is powerful. The most powerful countries in the world are different from the richest ones.  Insider Monkey created "The 10 Most Powerful Countries In The World: Military".

We remember from our history classes that some of the most extensively studied events from our past were wars, because they better reflect relationships between countries. Almost everyday, mass media reflect situations in different war zones. A war is a very significant event in a country's development, because aside from bringing a lot of destruction and casualties, they reflect the military powers of countries involved in the conflict.

Even though most countries are struggling to keep peace and maintain good relationships with their states, almost every country still invests a significant amount of its budget in defense, because it is the only way it can assure its integrity and can protect it from a possible exterior threat. In order to assure that, countries are competing and trying to achieve a higher level of military power. Please spend some time in visiting Insider Monkey's blog for more information about the most powerful countries in the world.

The 10 Weirdest Ice Cream Flavors

As an ice cream lover, do you think you already tasted all flavors of ice cream? Oh well! I don't think so.. I think you haven't tried the weirdest ice cream flavors. "The 10 Weirdest Ice Cream Flavors" was written by Insider Monkey for us to be aware of ice cream's weirdest flavor.

Ice cream is one of the world's favorite desserts, which every one of us has adored since childhood. This is especially true over the summer, when high temperatures outside make people crave for something cold and refreshing. Companies like Dunkin Brands Group Inc (NASDAQ:DNKN), Unilever N.V. (ADR) (NYSE:UN), or General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS) have made good moves by acquiring and developing ice cream brands.

Dunkin Brands Group Inc (NASDAQ:DNKN) is playing in the ice cream market through its global chain of Baskin-Robbins parlors. Baskin Robbins offers a variety of over 50 flavors, which could satisfy the appetite of even the most capricious customer. Even though it offers a variety of products aside from ice cream, the latter still remains one of its top products, which made the brand well-known all around the globe. Please visit on Insider Monkey for the list of weirdest ice cream flavors.

6 Facts About Apple Inc. You Don’t Know

Apple Inc. is one of the companies that people patronize in terms of their gadgets. On the other hand, there are still facts that you do not know about the company.  Insider Monkey created "6 Facts About Apple Inc. You Don’t Know".

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is without a doubt one of the biggest and the most successful tech companies in the world. It offers a variety of devices among which is the iPhone, iPod, iPad, as well as computers and laptops: iMac and Macbook. Even though the company was originally founded with the name Apple Computers Inc and its main products were computers, the name was changed to Apple Inc and it currently generates about two-thirds of its profit from smartphones.

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) conquered the markets with a beautiful design concept and an excellent compatibility between hardware and software, both being developed by the company, unlike some of its rivals, the closest being Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT). You need to visit Insider Monkey for better understanding about Apple Inc.

The 10 Most Popular TV Episodes of All-Time

Watching TV is what everybody loves to do. There are TV episodes that people really patronized. The most popular TV episodes of all time are given in detail. "The 10 Most Popular TV Episodes of All-Time" was written by Insider Monkey for us who love to watch TV.

Who doesn’t love watching a TV show, or more than one for that matter, to pass some time? Throughout television history, there have been several shows that have made quite an impression on the American public. But how about single episodes? Which ones have really warmed the hearts of TV watchers in the US?

We have compiled a list of the ten most popular television episodes of all-time. The episodes in our countdown were ranked according to figures released by TV Guide. The countdown features several popular shows that have made television history, but just in case you don’t remember what a particular show is about, we’ve included a short synopsis. Wondering if your favorite TV show is featured on our list? Let’s take a look at the top ten.  Visit on the site of the Insider Monkey to know all the most popular TV episodes of all time.

Commercial Space Travel: 4 Things You May Not Know

Do you like travelling? Well, you might want to try on commercial space travel. There is no more than adventurous than this one. Insider Monkey has an article foe us stating about "Commercial Space Travel: 4 Things You May Not Know".

Space travel is no longer a science fiction movie theme and it has evolved from being an endeavor reserved solely for astronauts and scientists to being available to the average citizen. The wealthy average citizen, that is.

Commercial space travel, or private space travel how it is sometimes referred to, is still in its early years, but its future looks more than promising. Want to know more about this topic? We have compiled a countdown of 4 important things you should know about commercial space travel. You may want to visit the website of Insider Monkey for more commercial space travel information.

The 15 Largest Bodies of Water in the World

The earth is made up of so many bodies of water. With this, the largest bodies of water in the world are identified. Insider Monkey created a blog about "The 15 Largest Bodies of Water in the World" for us to be fully educated with regards to our planet.

As you may already know, the Earth is often referred to as the “blue planet.” This particular nickname was given due to the immense volume of water covering the surface of our planet; more specifically, 70% of the entire Earth is covered by water, making up for 326,000,000,000,000,000,000 gallons.

We have compiled a list of the 15 largest bodies of water in the world and in order to rank them we used their surfaces in square kilometers. Their maximum depth varies quite a lot but, in general, the larger the body of water, the deeper it also is. The largest on our list is the Pacific Ocean, which spreads between 5 continents: Asia, North America, South America, Australia, and Antartica. The Pacific Ocean is not only the largest body of water, but it is also the oldest. You should take a look at Insider Monkey for more facts about the largest bodies of water in the world.

The 12 Smallest Countries in the World

Would you believe me if I say that there are countries that are smaller than your current city? Well yes, in this article, you will know the smallest countries in the world.  Insider Monkey shared us an article containing the list of "The 12 Smallest Countries in the World". It is time for a brief geography lesson. Did you know there are quite a few nations on the globe that are smaller, in terms of surface, than your average city? Wondering what these countries are? We have compiled a list of the 12 smallest countries in the world, ranking them according to their surface in square miles.

The “largest” country in our countdown is a whopping 133 square miles in surface. This Caribbean state, a former British territory, is situated very close to Venezuela. Visit Insider Monkey to know more about the smallest countries in the world. 

7 Of The Most Expensive Cars Ever

Let's say you are the richest person on earth, would you buy the most expensive cars ever? Insider Monkey has a posting of "7 Of The Most Expensive Cars Ever".

Face it, most of us will turn our heads every time we hear a powerful engine roaring on the streets. And even if you might be perfectly satisfied with your family SUV, that doesn’t mean you can dream about owning one of those super sleek, super fast, jaw dropping, and spectacular cars you might see in a James Bond movie.

We have compiled a countdown of the seven most expensive cars in the world. The list is by no means exhaustive, as there are other automobiles, in particular antique cars, that might be sold for more. However, we focused on seven exquisite series models that will blow your mind. You need to see the website of Insider Monkey for the complete list of the most expensive cars on earth.

The 20 Biggest Cities in the United States

There are a lot of cities in the US while most people love to live in the biggest cities in the United States. With this, Insider Monkey made a post regarding "The 20 Biggest Cities in the United States" to help other races decide in which of these big cities should they visit.

New York is not only one of the most famous US cities, but it is also the most densely populated. With more than 8 million inhabitants, New York City is one vibrant community. Wondering who are New York’s competitors in terms of population?

 Well, we would like to present you with a list of the 20 biggest cities in the US. Two indicators were taken into account when ranking the cities: the data available from the 2010 Census and the estimates issued by the US Census Bureau for the year 2012. You must see the website of Insider Monkey to see the whole article about the biggest cities in the United States.

The 20 Highest Rated Movies of All-Time

The highest rated movies of all-time are finally revealed. For you know them, Insider Monkey provide us an article about "The 20 Highest Rated Movies of All-Time" to read on.
There are various ways in which one can judge the popularity of a certain movie. You can look at box office figures, ticket sales, DVD sales, the number of weeks a particular motion picture is shown in the cinemas, and so on. But all of these methods are somewhat limited in trying to evaluate how well a movie is appreciated.

Because of this, we have set out to compile a list of the 20 highest rated movies of all time, based on how film buffs have rated them over the years. The most popular website for anything movie-related, IMDB.com, allows regular votes to rate their favorite movies. Based on these votes, a chart featuring the 250 highest appreciated movies of all time, has been created. Out of the 250 motion pictures listed on the popularity chart, we have selected the top 20. You should visit Insider Monkey for the complete blog about the highest rated movies ever.