Kraken, a major player in the crypto world, has taken a significant step towards going public. This comes hot on the heels of a massive fundraising round that valued the company at a staggering $20 billion. The company has filed a draft registration form with the SEC, aiming to list its shares on Wall Street. However, the number of shares and their price range are s...
In a surprising turn of events, safe investments like Treasury Bills are now doing better than Bitcoin. This shift has left many crypto fans wondering what's next for digital currencies. Let's break it down. Right now, Treasury Bills are up by 3. 6% this year. Meanwhile, Bitcoin is down by 1. 7%. It gets worse when you compare Bitcoin to other safe investments like ...
Bitcoin has hit a rough patch, dropping to its lowest point in seven months. It's now hovering just above the $80, 553 mark, a level that has some experts worried about even bigger losses ahead. This isn't just a one-day dip; Bitcoin has lost 12% of its value this week alone. Earlier this year, it was soaring to new heights, reaching a record high above $120, 000 in ...
The recent United Nations climate conference in Brazil wrapped up without a clear plan to reduce fossil fuel use. This was a big letdown for many countries, including over 80 that pushed for a roadmap to move away from coal, oil, and natural gas. The final agreement didn't even mention fossil fuels, which are the main cause of global warming. The United States didn'...
The Trump family jumped into the world of cryptocurrency with World Liberty Financial, a decentralized finance platform. This venture, co-founded by Donald Trump and his three sons, launched in September 2024. The platform created 100 billion $WLFI tokens, with a big chunk—22. 5 billion—going to DT Marks DEFI LLC, a company where Trump holds a 70% stake. The $WLFI t...
A night of celebration turned into a scene of panic and violence in downtown Chicago. After the Christmas tree lighting in Millennium Park, gunshots rang out near the Chicago Theater. Seven teenagers were hurt in the chaos, with injuries ranging from leg wounds to grazes on their stomachs and thighs. Some were rushed to nearby hospitals, but thankfully, none of the i...
Josh Allen, the star quarterback for the Buffalo Bills, returned to his alma mater, the University of Wyoming, for a special ceremony. The event took place during a game against Nevada, where Allen's jersey number, 17, was retired. This honor makes him only the third athlete in Wyoming's history to have his jersey retired, joining former basketball players Fennis Dem...
Georgia is thinking about expanding its cellphone ban in schools. Right now, the rule only applies to students from kindergarten to eighth grade starting in the 2026-2027 school year. But the state's education department wants lawmakers to include high school students too. Many teachers in Georgia are on board with this idea. A recent survey showed that 90% of the 3...
In Eagle River, Alaska, a debate is brewing about what truly represents conservative values. At the heart of this discussion are strong schools, safe communities, and fiscal discipline. These are not just buzzwords; they are the foundation of a thriving society. However, recent political actions have raised questions about whether these values are being upheld. Duri...
Chainlink is becoming a key player in the world of tokenized assets. A recent study highlights its importance in connecting traditional finance with blockchain technology. Tokenized assets are a growing market. They allow real-world assets to be represented on the blockchain. Chainlink provides the tools needed to make this happen smoothly. Its services include data...