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Kalshi’s ascent in the prediction market reveals a blend of ambition and regulatory tightropes. This piece distills the lessons for Asian crypto banking startups—tight compliance, smart partnerships, and proactive risk management that can fuel sustainable growth in a changing landscape.

Finland’s labor market is sending mixed signals: unemployment is up, with young people facing steeper jobless rates, even as overall activity nudges higher. What factors are driving these shifts—and what could they mean for the economy in the months ahead?

Crypto markets swing wildly as more firms embrace bitcoin-based strategies, delivering eye-popping gains and sudden losses. As valuations blur with crypto holdings, questions about sustainability and long-term value loom for investors and businesses alike.

Two quantum pioneers are racing toward practical computing, but their paths are strikingly different. One relies on superconducting annealing; the other leans on ion-trap qubits with room-temperature ambition. As valuations surge and profitability remains uncertain, which approach could shape the futures of cryptography, simulation, and machine learning?

zerohash just closed a $104 million Series D-2, led by Interactive Brokers, boosting its total funding to $275 million. The capital will accelerate product expansion and global growth of enterprise-grade on-chain infrastructure for crypto, stablecoins, and tokenized assets. The founder envisions becoming the “AWS of on-chain” and a backbone for enterprise crypto in finance and…

Fed Chair Jerome Powell calls the current climate ‘challenging,’ balancing uncertain inflation with a cooling labor market. As tariffs threaten price pressures and policymakers debate the pace of rate cuts, sentiment splits on how far to tighten—yet data remains mixed, with job growth uneven but unemployment still low.

Rigetti Computing rode a volatile trading day as a bullish price target rekindled interest in its quantum ambitions. With little revenue today but big bets on commercialization, the stock’s trajectory hinges on how quickly quantum tech can move from lab to market.

The Federal Reserve just trimmed rates, and mortgage costs moved lower in response. With 30-year fixed rates near multi-year lows, buyers and homeowners could see meaningful monthly savings on new loans and refinances—and the door to potential future relief may still be opening. A shifting landscape that could reshape big financing decisions this year.

Two AI-driven tech names are poised for long-term growth: SoundHound AI and Micron Technology. From expanding conversational AI capabilities to powering AI servers with high-bandwidth memory, these players are tapping into booming demand and strategic moves shaping the next wave of tech innovation.

Explosive moves and daring forecasts are shaking up the online mortgage scene. A high-profile wager has investors buzzing as Better Home & Finance draws headlines with a Shopify-inspired vision and ambitious price targets. The question on everyone’s mind: how far could this disruptor go?

Gold is hitting fresh highs as inflation jitters and rate-cut bets roil the markets. With equities climbing, the yellow metal is being watched as a safety net—yet investors stay wary of what comes next. A shifting balance between optimism and caution could redefine how portfolios guard against the unexpected.

Plug Power is drawing attention as a rally in its stock grabs the spotlight in the hydrogen space. With notable short interest adding a twist, traders are watching closely for the next move in this clean-energy name.

October 2025 reshapes SSI payment timing and methods, including an extra October payout to cover November and a switch to electronic deposits. Key considerations around eligibility, resource limits, and potential deductions could affect beneficiaries as these changes take effect.

Two real estate giants are joining forces in a $1.6 billion move that could reshape the market—across the country and right here in Rhode Island. Expect broader services, a bigger footprint, and plenty of questions about what this merger means next.

Skandia Omsesidigt makes a dramatic retreat from Cencora, while a number of big investors are dialing up their exposure. A strong quarterly beat and a modest dividend contrast with mixed analyst targets and a cautious market vibe. With high institutional ownership and notable insider moves, the story around Cencora remains more complex than it first…

An eye-popping $11 billion deal is putting AI infrastructure in the spotlight, paired with plans for a bold $3 billion mega-campus. As the vision unfolds, questions about execution and market volatility keep the suspense high for investors and tech watchers alike.

Alphabet closed on a strong note as investors eye its upcoming earnings. With revisions edging higher and the stock outperforming the market, the growth story around the tech giant is turning more heads.

Rivian’s high-stakes partnership with Volkswagen faces a rough patch as joint software progress slows and strategy is realigned. With Rivian pushing to strengthen in-house tech, the move could reshape its path in the fast-evolving EV landscape.

Richtech Robotics is drawing attention after a spike in options activity and a notable insider sale, with fresh institutional bets adding to the intrigue. Investors are weighing mixed analyst signals against a challenging earnings backdrop as the company pushes its robotics solutions for the service industry. A quick look at the latest twists shaping its…

Rivian is balancing bold expansion with cost discipline as it gears up for a more affordable SUV and a broader, universal charging network. The move highlights a high-stakes path to stronger market presence amid profitability challenges and active investor engagement.

Microsoft is navigating a tense period of internal shifts and market pressure, signaling caution about its AI future while investors watch for a potential gaming reveal at Tokyo Game Show. With leadership wrestling with culture and Nadella’s cautious tone, the company sits at a crossroads between risk and opportunity. A pivotal moment could reshape how…