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Jan 14 2026FINANCE

Money Laundering and AI: A Growing Threat

In recent years, money laundering has become a major problem. Criminals are using new technologies like AI, cryptocurrency, and social media to hide their illegal activities. This has made it harder for banks and other financial institutions to detect and prevent these crimes. One example of this i

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Jan 14 2026BUSINESS

AWLC Secures $1. 25 Billion in New Funding

In a significant move, AWLC, a top-rated subsidiary of Atlas Warehouse Company, has successfully secured $1. 25 billion in new funding. This includes $500 million in additional senior notes due in 2028 and $750 million in new senior notes due in 2033. These notes are part of a private offering under

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Jan 13 2026CRYPTO

Crypto's New Player: KRAKacquisition Aims High

KRAKacquisition Corp. , a fresh face in the world of special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs), is making waves with a bold plan. This new venture, backed by an affiliate of the popular crypto exchange Kraken, is setting its sights on a $250 million public offering. The company, registered in th

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Jan 13 2026CRIME

A Closer Look at Recent Thefts and Vehicle Tampering in Waite Park and Sartell

In the quiet neighborhoods of Waite Park and Sartell, some residents have recently found themselves victims of theft and vehicle tampering. The Waite Park Police Department is currently investigating the theft of a Cub Cadet lawnmower. This incident occurred on the 200 block of 34th Avenue South, wh

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Jan 11 2026LIFESTYLE

Warm Up to Winter Fun: Social-ICE Event in Rochester

Winter in Minnesota can feel endless, with long, chilly nights driving many indoors. It's no surprise that around 38. 5% of Minnesotans start feeling lonely during these months. But there's a way to beat the winter blues: Social-ICE, Rochester's premier winter event. This year, Social-ICE is happen

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Jan 10 2026FINANCE

Building a Finance System That Actually Works

Aniket Warty, a seasoned entrepreneur, is creating Zen, a digital finance platform. He believes the current system is flawed. It focuses too much on marketing and not enough on solid engineering. Warty has seen many businesses fail. He knows what works and what doesn't. He thinks digital finance sh

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Jan 09 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Crime: A Growing Threat in 2025

The world of cryptocurrency saw a huge jump in illegal activities in 2025. New data shows that bad actors, including countries, stole or laundered over $154 billion. This is a big increase from the previous year, showing that crime in this area is getting more organized and complex. One big reason

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Jan 09 2026EDUCATION

California's Education Shake-Up: Who's Really in Charge?

California is looking at a big change in how schools are run. The governor wants to give the next governor more control over education. This could mean less power for the elected state superintendent. The plan comes from a report by a group of researchers. They say the current system is too confusi

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Jan 08 2026FINANCE

Wolverine World Wide's Lifestyle Sales Slow Down

Wolverine World Wide, a big name in shoes and apparel, is facing some tough times. The company's Lifestyle category, which includes trendy and casual footwear, is not doing as well as expected. This is a big deal because it was one of their main growth areas. Analysts at Piper Sandler, a well-known

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Jan 06 2026SCIENCE

Bacteria's Genetic Makeover: The Future of Precision Engineering

Bacteria are getting a high-tech makeover. Scientists are finding new ways to tweak their DNA with precision. This isn't just about changing a few genes. It's about completely redesigning these tiny organisms to do new things. For a long time, scientists have relied on a process called homologous r

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