Bitcoin continues to rise, and is showing zero signs of slowing. The cryptocurrency passed $16 thousand dollars on Thursday morning, hitting new all-time highs. The theory for this immediate run is that institutional money from big banks is being priced into the digital currency. Plus, Walmart says that increased online purchases are causing delays in its distribution network. The world's largest retailer admitting that orders were not processed as promptly as anticipated. Disney CEO Bob Iger may be sticking around, again. According to reports, Disney's Chief Executive will extend his reign through 2019, if the sale of 21st Century Fox is finalized.

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