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Starlink Alternatives Lag as Musk-Ukraine Tension Grows
Elon Musk's dispute with Ukraine is pushing governments to seek Starlink rivals, but Amazon, Eutelsat, and others are years behind.
Alphabet vs. Apple: Which Buffett Stock Wins on AI?
Buffett holds both Apple and Alphabet, but their AI strategies are diverging fast. Here's how they stack up.
Crypto's Role in U.S. Elections Sparks Debate Over Industry Influence
Digital asset money is flowing into U.S. races, drawing sharp criticism about whether crypto donors are buying political access.
Virginia State Sen. Louise Lucas Charged in Marijuana Racketeering Case
Democratic state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, a vocal Trump critic, faces marijuana racketeering charges in a case that predates the current administration.
Trump Economy Approval Hits Record Low Ahead of Midterms
A new CNBC poll shows 80% of Americans rate the economy as fair or poor, creating serious headwinds for Republican candidates.
FTC: Older Americans Lost $3 Billion to Fraud in 2025
Seniors reported $3 billion in total fraud losses in 2025, with $2.1 billion tied to individual losses exceeding $100,000, per the FTC.
SpaceX's AI Expansion Plans Face Funding, Power, and Chip Hurdles
Elon Musk wants to massively scale SpaceX's computing capacity, but securing chips, power, and capital may prove harder than the ambition itself.
Laurene Powell Jobs Lost $100M on Skydance Stock Investment
Powell Jobs bought $250M in Skydance shares at $12 each through a trust. The stock now trades near $6.80, a roughly 43% drop.
Israeli Fire Kills Four People in Gaza, Medics Report
Israeli strikes killed four people in Gaza, according to local medics, as fighting continues across the territory.
82 Crypto Projects Shut Down in 2026 as Funding Runs Dry
A wave of closures is sweeping the crypto industry in 2026, with 82 projects folding due to revenue collapse, depleted funding, and security breaches.
Salesforce Agrees to Acquire Braze at $47.50 Per Share in Cash
Salesforce is buying customer engagement platform Braze in an all-cash deal at $47.50 per share, expanding its marketing cloud capabilities.
Apple Stock Looks Expensive: Ways to Build a Position for Less
Apple shares face a valuation headwind. Investors have options to gain exposure without paying full price.
Boeing's 737 Max 10 Wins FAA Certification After Years of Delays
The FAA has approved Boeing's largest 737 Max variant, ending a years-long certification delay that pushed the jet well past its 2020 target.
S&P 500 Could Drop 15% as Bull Market Quietly Tops Out
Analysts warn bull markets fade gradually, not dramatically, and a 15% S&P 500 correction may already be underway.
Oil Prices Dip as Trump Sanction Waiver Risks Flooding Market
Crude oil slipped after reports that a Trump sanction waiver could unlock additional Russian fuel supplies, pressuring global prices.
Earnings Season Faces Bond Yield Pressure in Market Showdown
Strong corporate earnings are clashing with rising borrowing costs, putting equity markets to the test as bond yields climb.
Stablecoin Payments Surge 45% as Visa, Mastercard, Stripe Expand Crypto
Stablecoin supply growth has plateaued, but payment volumes jumped 45% as major fintech giants deepen crypto-to-cash infrastructure.
Bank of England Warns Hedge Funds Risk Global Bond Market Shock
A senior Bank of England official says hedge fund activity is amplifying the risk of a destabilizing global bond market event.
EU Condemns Violent West Bank Settler Attacks on Diplomats
The European Union has formally condemned settler violence in the West Bank, including assaults targeting diplomatic personnel, an EU spokesperson confirmed.
What Science Actually Says About Fasting and Calorie Reduction
Fasting may help some people cut calories, but research does not support claims that weight loss is effortless, experts say.
Fidelity Flags Solana Strengths and Risks in New Report
Fidelity praises Solana's two-year outage-free run but warns that stake, hosting, and client concentration warrant close monitoring.
E.l.f. Beauty CFO on Affordability, Pricing, and Brand Growth
E.l.f. Beauty CFO Mandy Fields says the brand remains committed to accessible beauty and leverages social media to drive awareness.
Bitcoin Falls Below $80K as US PPI Posts Biggest Jump Since 2022
Bitcoin slipped under $80,000 after September producer inflation surpassed forecasts by 100 basis points, marking the steepest monthly gain in over two years.
AI Stock Selloff Drives Investors Toward Bonds and Defensive Sectors
A deepening tech rout is pushing investors out of AI-linked names and into government bonds and defensive equities.
EU and Gulf States Postpone Saudi Arabia Summit Indefinitely
A high-level diplomatic summit between the European Union and Gulf nations has been postponed, disrupting planned talks in Saudi Arabia.
Harvard Endowment Surges 27% in Fiscal 2026, Led by SpaceX
Harvard's endowment posted its best return since 2021, with SpaceX emerging as the fund's top holding driving the 27% gain.
Houthi Threats Against Saudi Arabia Shake Gulf Stock Markets
Yemen's Houthi rebels warned of fresh strikes on Saudi Arabia, sending Gulf stock markets lower amid renewed regional security fears.
Democrats' Midterm Sweep Could Deepen AI Tech Selloff
AI stocks are already under pressure, but a Democratic midterm sweep in November could transform the selloff into a full-blown crash.
Talarico Returns to Campaign Trail After Flu Bout, Denies Rumors
Candidate Talarico is back on the trail after a brief illness, pushing back against online speculation about his absence.
SWI Raises $894M to Convert FTX-Linked Bitcoin Miner to AI
SWI secured $894 million to repurpose Genesis Digital Assets, a former FTX-affiliated bitcoin miner, for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Eastern Michigan University Reveals New College of Business Home
EMU announces a dedicated new facility for its College of Business in Ypsilanti, marking a significant campus investment.
Trump Says He's Considering Renaming Atlantic or Pacific Ocean
President Trump has floated the idea of renaming one of the two major oceans bordering the United States, continuing a pattern of bold geographic rebranding.
Intermex Shares Drop as California Deal Review Raises Concerns
Intermex stock fell after reports suggested California's review of a pending deal may reflect new regulatory leadership priorities.
South Carolina City Lands on Travel + Leisure Fall Getaway List
A South Carolina destination not named Charleston earned a coveted spot on Travel + Leisure's fall getaway list, spotlighting the state's broader appeal.
Saudi Airport Warning System Failed Before Deadly Attacks
A critical warning system went silent ahead of deadly strikes on Saudi airports, raising urgent questions about air defense readiness.
India's Inflation Surges to 5.54% in September, Pressuring RBI
India's inflation climbed to 5.54% in September, bolstering expectations that the Reserve Bank of India will raise rates further.
Kraken's Parent Company Wins Full Dubai Approval for Dirham Trading
Payward secures final VARA clearance in Dubai, unlocking dirham-denominated crypto trading in the UAE market.
Cadiz Water Tank Work May Trigger Pressure Fluctuations
Maintenance on a Cadiz water tank could cause temporary pressure changes for local residents. Officials urge customers to stay alert.
Gene Munster Predicts Elon Musk Will Eventually Build a Smartphone
Investor Gene Munster says a Starlink-connected phone is coming despite Musk's denials, warning it could threaten Apple and Samsung.
Trump Eyes Joining Saudi Arabia Against Houthis After Airport Strike
President Trump says he may join Saudi Arabia's fight against Houthis following a deadly airport strike, raising resource concerns.