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Jan 01 2026OPINION

New Year, New Words: What's Really Changing?

People often start fresh in January. They make big plans. But this year feels different. Words like \'resolution\' are out. Now, it's all about \'intentions. \' Goals are just \'plans. \' And those plans? They're written in pencil, not ink. Some folks still pick a \'word of the year. \' But it's no

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Jan 01 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI's Impact: From Frustration to Innovation

Pinterest users are growing weary of the flood of AI-generated content. Many feel the platform has lost its charm, as the influx of low-quality AI posts overshadows the original content they once enjoyed. Meanwhile, the AI industry is making headlines with both positive and concerning developments.

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Jan 01 2026CRYPTO

Crypto ETFs: Big Money Moves in 2025

In 2025, US investors showed a strong appetite for crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs), pumping in over $31. 77 billion despite a shaky crypto market towards the year's end. Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs were the clear favorites, pulling in $21. 4 billion, though this was a dip from the $35. 2 billion seen in

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Jan 01 2026BUSINESS

Rhode Island Tourism: A Glimpse into 2050's Personalized Travel Experiences

Rhode Island's tourism scene is set for a major shake-up by 2050. Farouk Rajab, the head of the Rhode Island Hospitality Association, shared his thoughts on what the future might hold. He believes the next 25 years will bring massive changes, driven by technology and shifting consumer preferences.

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Jan 01 2026HEALTH

Health Insurance Costs Skyrocket as Subsidies End for Millions

As the new year began, millions of Americans faced a harsh reality: their health insurance costs shot up dramatically. This happened because special financial help, known as subsidies, ended. These subsidies had been keeping health insurance affordable for many people since the COVID-19 pandemic sta

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Jan 01 2026CRYPTO

New Crypto Lending Platform Takes Shape

A fresh face in the crypto lending world, Mutuum Finance, is getting ready to show off its first big step. They've finished building their core features and are now preparing for their first version, or V1, to go live. This move puts them in the spotlight alongside other decentralized finance (DeFi)

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Jan 01 2026BUSINESS

Kodiak AI Secures $30M Debt Deal with Better Terms

Kodiak AI has just wrapped up a new debt deal that's a big win for the company. They've managed to secure $30 million in debt financing, which is a significant boost from their previous arrangement. The new deal comes with a lower interest rate, cutting the previous rate by 200 basis points. This me

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Jan 01 2026FINANCE

Finance's Future: A Day of Big Ideas in Dallas

In November 2025, the ICAI Dallas chapter brought together finance professionals for a day of learning and networking at the University of Texas at Dallas. The event, focused on the future of finance, drew around 140 attendees eager to explore topics like AI, automation, and cloud ERP strategies. T

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Jan 01 2026CRYPTO

Crypto's Current Slump: Why Experts Still See Potential

The crypto market is in a slump. Bitcoin and Ethereum are both headed for their first losing year since 2022. But experts are not too worried. They think this might just be a temporary setback. Right now, things look tough. There are worries about Bitcoin's cycle and the economy is not doing well.

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Jan 01 2026HEALTH

Uncovering Botulism: A Global Health Concern

Botulism is a serious illness that can be deadly. It comes from a toxin made by certain bacteria. This toxin can affect people, animals, and even the environment. It's not common, but when it happens, it can be very bad. There's no worldwide system to track botulism cases. But there is a way to get

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