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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

How Tech Giants Are Trying to Ease the Burden of AI Data Centers on Local Communities

Big Tech is pouring massive amounts of money into building data centers to support AI systems. These centers demand a lot of electricity, which has led to higher energy bills and environmental worries in nearby areas. In some places, electricity costs have skyrocketed by up to 267% over the past fiv

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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Bitcoin-Backed Loans: A Risky Bet for Big Investors?

Big investors are eyeing Bitcoin-backed loans, but Fitch Ratings, a major credit rating agency, has a warning: these loans are risky business. Why? Because Bitcoin's price swings wildly, and that volatility can quickly turn these loans sour. Fitch pointed out that these loans are often backed by Bi

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Jan 12 2026FINANCE

Credit Card Interest Rate Cap: What's the Deal?

Big changes might be coming to credit card interest rates. President Donald Trump recently suggested a temporary limit on these rates. He wants a 10% cap for one year, starting in January 2026. This news didn't sit well with banks and financial companies. Their stock prices dropped on Monday. Citi

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Jan 12 2026WEATHER

Maryland's Weather: A Mild Start to the Week

Maryland is in for a calm start to the week after a windy Sunday. The state saw some rain and wintry mix on Sunday, but it was mostly dry. The winds have calmed down, and the weather is settling into a more peaceful pattern. Monday and Tuesday are looking up! Expect a mix of sun and clouds, with hi

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Jan 11 2026CRYPTO

Big Banks Are Now Big on Crypto: What's Going On?

Big banks are no longer just watching crypto from the sidelines. They're diving in headfirst. This isn't just about Bitcoin anymore. It's about tokenized cash, stablecoins, and even crypto ETFs. Banks are starting to see crypto as an opportunity, not a threat. Take JPMorgan, for example. They're mo

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Jan 11 2026FINANCE

The Silent War Over Your Cash

Big banks are quietly trying to block stablecoins from offering rewards. Why? Because they rake in billions from fees and interest on the money you park in their accounts. They don't want stablecoins to steal even a slice of that profit. Stablecoins could offer better deals, like rewards for using

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Jan 11 2026CRYPTO

Tennessee Takes Aim at Crypto Sports Betting

Tennessee is cracking down on three platforms offering sports betting through crypto. Kalshi, Polymarket, and Crypto. com have been told to stop their sports event contracts in the state. The Tennessee Sports Wagering Council (SWC) says these platforms are breaking the law by not having a license.

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Jan 10 2026POLITICS

Drones and Tensions: A Look at the Korea's Ongoing Dispute

Tensions between North and South Korea have risen again. This time, it's about drones. North Korea claims that South Korea sent drones into its airspace. They say this is a big problem and that South Korea will face consequences. South Korea says it didn't do it. But this isn't the first time drones

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Jan 10 2026CRYPTO

Big Banks Start to Like Crypto

Big banks are starting to like crypto. For a long time, they saw it as risky. Now, they are finding ways to use it. They are adding crypto to their services. This is a big change. JPMorgan is moving its digital money to a new system. This system is called the Canton Network. It lets money move fast

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Jan 09 2026FINANCE

Smart Ways to Spread Your Money Around

Big wins in the stock market can be exciting, but putting all your eggs in one basket is risky. Experts often suggest that no single stock should make up more than 10% of your investment portfolio. This rule helps manage risk and keeps your money safe. For those who have a lot of stock in one compa

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