Germany's finance chief, Lars Klingbeil, thinks the EU needs to step up its game in trade talks with the US. He believes the EU has been too soft in the past and should be more confident when talking to the US. He wants the EU to work closely with the US, even when things get tough. Klingbeil met with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to talk about trade issues. T...
In a shocking turn of events, a Ukrainian air force major, who was also a flight instructor, has been accused of spying for Russia. The officer is said to have leaked the locations of Ukraine's valuable F-16 and Mirage 2000 fighter jets to the enemy. This information was crucial for Russia to target these aircraft, which are vital for Ukraine's defense against increa...
Torri Huske, the Olympic gold medalist, has a unique cultural background that she cherishes. Her heritage is a mix of European and Chinese roots, thanks to her parents. Her father, Jim Huske, is a white American, while her mother, Ying Weng Huske, is from Guangzhou, China, and moved to the U. S. in 1991. Growing up in Arlington, Virginia, Torri learned about her mot...
Kevin O'Leary, a well-known investor, has a special way of picking people to invest in. He looks for three main things: a strong focus, good listening skills, and the ability to get things done. First, he values a "founder's mindset. " This means the person can focus on what's important and ignore distractions. O'Leary learned this from Steve Jobs. He says this trai...
In a recent gathering in Washington, Donald Trump unveiled his "AI action plan, " which is set to benefit tech companies significantly. The event, filled with patriotic tunes and high-profile attendees, showcased Trump's commitment to reducing regulations in the tech industry. He emphasized the need for innovation to thrive without excessive government interference, ...
Antonio Gracias, the CEO of Valor Equity Partners, has stepped down from his role at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This move comes after questions were raised about the potential risks his dual roles posed to the nine public pension funds that Valor manages, totaling nearly $2 billion in assets. Gracias, a close associate of Elon Musk, had been wor...
In a move to strengthen America's position in the global tech arena, a former high-ranking lawyer from the Department of Government Efficiency has established the AI Innovation Council. This initiative aligns with President Trump's recent executive actions aimed at loosening regulations on the tech industry. James Burnham, who previously served in a senior role at t...
Dan Morehead, a seasoned investor with a background in traditional finance, has been a key player in the crypto world since 2013. He saw the potential in Bitcoin early on and made a significant shift from his career at Goldman Sachs and Tiger Management to focus entirely on cryptocurrencies. His timing was perfect; Bitcoin's value skyrocketed from under $100 to over ...
Chinese hackers have been targeting a flaw in Microsoft's SharePoint software. This is not a new issue. They have been at it since early July. Microsoft has identified three groups involved: Linen Typhoon, Violet Typhoon, and Storm-2603. These groups are linked to China. Microsoft took action quickly. They released patches to fix the problem. The first patches came ...
Many people struggle with managing their finances because schools don't teach much about money. Things like savings, investments, and pensions are often left to individuals to figure out on their own. This is where tools like Ghostfolio can make a big difference. Ghostfolio is a self-hosted app designed to help people keep track of their investments and other assets....