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Nov 22 2025BUSINESS

Big Changes in the Gates Foundation's Investment Mix

The Gates Foundation Trust made some major moves in its investment portfolio during the third quarter of 2025. The total value of its investments dropped from $47. 78 billion to $36. 58 billion. This was mainly because they sold off a big chunk of their Microsoft shares, reducing their stake by a huge 65%. They sold 17 million shares, which cut their total holding fr...

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Nov 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft's Stock Takes a Hit: What's the Big Deal with Steam Machines?

Microsoft, a tech titan known for more than just gaming, is facing some heat. The company's stock took a small dip recently, and it might have something to do with the new Steam Machines from Valve. These machines are essentially gaming consoles that also work as PCs, and they're hitting the market sooner than Microsoft's planned Xbox release. Some experts, like Joo...

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Nov 22 2025BUSINESS

Microsoft and Nvidia Team Up with Anthropic: What It Means for the Tech World

Microsoft and Nvidia have just teamed up with Anthropic. This move is a big deal. It shows Microsoft is spreading its bets in the AI world. They're not just relying on OpenAI anymore. This partnership could bring in a lot of money. Up to $10 billion a year, maybe more. That's a big boost for Microsoft's cloud services, Azure. But there's a catch. Investors are worri...

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Nov 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft, Nvidia, and Anthropic Join Forces in Major AI Push

In a significant move, Microsoft has teamed up with Nvidia and Anthropic, signaling a shift in its AI strategy. This collaboration is a big deal because it shows Microsoft is diversifying its investments beyond OpenAI. Microsoft is putting $5 billion into Anthropic, while Nvidia is contributing $10 billion. In return, Anthropic will use Microsoft’s Azure cloud servic...

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

Congressman Cory Mills Faces Serious Allegations and Ethics Probe

Rep. Cory Mills, a Florida Republican, is under the spotlight for some serious issues. The House Ethics Committee has decided to look into several claims against him. These include possible campaign finance rule breaks, misuse of congressional resources, and even allegations of dating violence or sexual misconduct. A Florida judge has already taken action. Mills is ...

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Nov 22 2025HEALTH

Mapping the Gaps: How Portugal's Elderly Are Left Behind

Portugal is getting older, and its cities are getting bigger. This mix is causing problems for elderly people trying to get the help they need. A recent study looked at where social services are and where older adults actually live. It found that big cities like Lisbon, Porto, and Faro have a lot of services, but they are also very crowded. Meanwhile, rural areas and...

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Nov 22 2025BUSINESS

Choosing Growth: Why One Company Opted for Dealers Over Franchises

Expanding a business is exciting, but it's not always straightforward. Franchising might seem like a quick way to grow, but it's not the best fit for every industry. Take Roof Maxx, for example. They chose a different path and built a dealer network instead. Here's why. Franchising can be tempting because it brings in money from selling territories and charging fees...

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Nov 22 2025CRYPTO

American Crypto Firm Eyes 2026 Staking Plans Amid Market Turmoil

BitMine, a company that holds large amounts of Ether (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC), has revealed plans to start staking its ETH holdings. This new venture, called the “Made in America Validator Network” (MAVAN), is set to launch in early 2026. The company is currently testing the waters with three different staking service providers. Staking involves locking up tokens to ...

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Nov 22 2025CRIME

UK's War on Dirty Money: What's Really Happening?

The UK's crackdown on money laundering linked to Russia is making waves. Over 128 people have been arrested, and authorities have seized $32. 6 million in cash and crypto. This is all part of Operation Destabilise, which started making headlines in 2024. The operation has uncovered some shocking details. Launderers have been active in at least 28 UK towns and cities...

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Nov 22 2025FINANCE

Cathie Wood's Big Moves: Tech, Crypto, and Biotech in Focus

Cathie Wood's ARK Invest made some bold moves on November 20, shaking up its portfolio with new investments and trimming some existing ones. The spotlight was on Nvidia, a major player in the chip industry, after its impressive third-quarter performance. ARK Invest snapped up 93, 374 shares of Nvidia, worth a cool $17. 5 million, marking their first purchase of Nvidi...

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