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May 25 2026POLITICS

CFTC Faces Internal Test as Crypto Oversight Expands

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is on the brink of taking a larger role in regulating the U. S. crypto market, thanks to the CLARITY Act that would shift spot‑market supervision from the Securities and Exchange Commission. But before Congress can hand over this responsibility, the ag

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May 25 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Growth Might Happen in Washington, Not on the Charts

The buzz around crypto has shifted from Bitcoin prices and new ETFs to what happens in Washington, D. C. A recent post by a crypto influencer mentioned that the White House is pushing the CLARITY Act past July 4, hoping to clear up legal confusion and attract huge sums of money into digital assets.

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May 25 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin Stays Strong, No Need to Fret

Cryptocurrency commentator Martini Guy posted CZ’s remarks as breaking news, saying “No need to panic, Bitcoin will never die! ” but the comment was not new. CZ had already made a similar statement in February 2025 and later clarified it with a laughing emoji. CZ, worth about $110 billion, is a w

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May 25 2026POLITICS

Why social media stars are changing politics—and why that could be a problem

In 2024, influencers got a front-row seat to American politics. For the first time, hundreds of content creators were given special passes to the Democratic and Republican conventions. They rubbed shoulders with politicians at parties, rallies, and even White House events. Campaigns love this trend

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May 25 2026FINANCE

What’s Really Shaping the Quad Cities’ Commercial Real Estate Scene

The Quad Cities isn’t just another mid-sized metro—it’s quietly reshaping how commercial real estate works. Forget the usual hype about booming markets or ghost towns; this place thrives on practicality. Retail spaces, for example, aren’t just about flashy storefronts anymore. Big chains and franchi

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May 25 2026BUSINESS

Supporting Unpaid Caregivers at Work: A Global Look at Available Policies

Many people juggle jobs and unpaid care for adults. This balancing act often leads to stress and health problems. Experts now track workplace policies that help these workers. A recent review studied businesses in 53 locations worldwide. Most help comes from finance, tech, and healthcare companies.

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May 25 2026FINANCE

What happens when stock tokens don’t mean you own stock

A new plan from regulators wants to let crypto websites sell digital versions of Apple, Tesla, and Nvidia shares even when the real companies never agreed to it. These tokens look and trade like stocks, but they don’t come with the usual benefits—no voting rights, no dividends, and no guarantee the

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May 25 2026FINANCE

Crypto Moves That Might Surprise You This Week

Bitcoin keeps making headlines, but not always in the way people expect. One company with a massive Bitcoin stack claims the cryptocurrency would still trade between $40, 000 and $50, 000 even without their big buys. With over 800, 000 coins tucked away, their purchases likely pushed prices higher t

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May 25 2026BUSINESS

Why Jobs Matter More Than You Think for California Home Prices

California’s housing market moves in strange ways. One big reason? Jobs. When work is easy to find, home prices usually climb. But when jobs dry up, so do price gains—sometimes they even drop. Looking back to 1990, the best years for job growth in California saw home prices jump nearly 8% a year. D

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May 24 2026FINANCE

New Take on Ubisoft’s Stock Outlook

Sticking with the Sell label doesn’t mean much on its own. Kepler Capital has kept its view unchanged, saying shares aren’t worth the current price. That view isn’t rare – most experts are barely convinced. The goal here isn’t to praise or bury Ubisoft, but to see what these numbers actually suggest

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