Ripple is set to significantly enhance the XRP Ledger by integrating Ethereum-compatible smart contracts through a new sidechain. This development marks a major step forward for the XRP ecosystem, expanding its capabilities beyond basic transactions to include complex applications such as decentralized exchanges, token issuance, and more. The integration of smart contracts will make the
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Rupert Murdoch, chairman emeritus of media empire News Corp. Axelle/bauer-griffin | Filmmagic | Getty Images LONDON — Rupert Murdoch-owned REA Group said Monday it is contemplating a takeover offer for U.K. property portal Rightmove in a bid to create a global digital real estate business. The Australian property listings company, which is controlled by Murdoch’s
Unlimit, a leading fintech company, has expanded its partnership with Alchemy Pay, a prominent fiat-to-crypto payment gateway, to enhance their service offerings and reach in key global markets. This collaboration aims to streamline the process of converting fiat currencies to cryptocurrencies, making it more accessible and user-friendly for consumers worldwide. The focus on fiat-to-crypto payments
China’s troubled housing market will continue to see softness as a slew of government stimulus and support measures have not been “satisfactory” in propping up the sector, according to a JPMorgan economist. The “housing market crash is still not over yet,” Haibin Zhu, chief China economist at JPMorgan told CNBC’s “Squawk Box Asia” Monday, adding
In this article ET WMT EPR Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT The Walmart logo is seen at one of its stores in Miami on May 2, 2024. Jakub Porzycki | Nurphoto | Getty Images With the Federal Reserve expected to cut interest rates in September, dividend-paying stocks could be set to outperform. That is
The recent behavior of Bitcoin in the cryptocurrency market has sparked widespread debate, with its price retreating from all-time highs while altcoins experience even sharper declines. However, a closer examination of the underlying data presents a more nuanced view. Far from signaling market weakness, the current conditions might actually be setting the stage for Bitcoin’s
The median price per square foot in Manhattan, NY is $1,500, according to My Dolce Casa. Alexander Spatari | Moment | Getty Images Manhattan, New York is infamous for being expensive. The city consistently ranks as one of the world’s most costly places to live in. Purchasing a 500-square-foot condo in New York City can
Elon Musk and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) have successfully won the dismissal of a high-profile lawsuit that accused them of inflating the price of Dogecoin through a $258 billion “pyramid scheme.” The lawsuit, filed by disgruntled investors who claimed to have lost substantial sums of money, alleged that Musk used his massive social media following to
Vm | E+ | Getty Images Owning isn’t always what it’s cracked up to be. For many reasons — including affordability — more Americans are choosing to rent everything from cars and apartments to clothing and furniture these days, according to a report by Intuit Credit Karma. Far beyond the traditional tuxedo, the rental industry
In this article BRK.A Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Warren Buffett walks the floor ahead of the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting in Omaha, Nebraska on May 3, 2024. David A. Grogen | CNBC Warren Buffett turned 94 on Friday and his sprawling, one-of-a-kind conglomerate has never been worth more than it is today.
Bitcoin’s recent market performance has been overshadowed by growing concerns about liquidity and the potential for large sell-offs by so-called “whales”—entities holding significant amounts of the cryptocurrency. As the month of August comes to a close, Bitcoin is trailing behind traditional assets, burdened by fears that governments and other major holders might begin offloading their
The Good Brigade | Digitalvision | Getty Images Despite being a hallmark of the American Dream, buying a home is less affordable for many these days. Higher mortgage rates and a shortage of houses on the market relative to demand have kept prices elevated and created a financial crunch for many would-be buyers. The median
Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, recently found himself at the center of a heated debate after expressing doubts about the long-term impact of decentralized finance on the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem. In a post on X on August 25th, Buterin suggested that DeFi, while influential, may not be the catalyst needed for a significant surge in
Shaunl | E+ | Getty Images Consumers in the market for a home have been patiently waiting for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates — a move it seems poised to make in September. But without action from Congress, there could be another change at the end of that month that makes it temporarily
The market capitalization for artificial intelligence and big data cryptocurrency projects has experienced a significant surge, climbing by an impressive 79.7% over the past three weeks. This surge reflects growing confidence among crypto investors, particularly as the broader AI narrative gains momentum in 2024. The AI crypto market is now a focal point for investors,
Mortgage rates fell last week for the fourth straight week, but neither current homeowners nor homebuyers seemed particularly impressed. Total mortgage application volume rose just 0.5% last week compared to the previous week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s seasonally adjusted index. The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances
After a prolonged period of decline throughout 2024, the non-fungible token market is showing signs of a recovery. Recent data from CryptoSlam indicates that weekly sales volumes on some of the leading blockchains for digital collectibles have finally turned positive, suggesting a potential resurgence in the NFT market. This article delves into the details of
A recent CreditNews Research study ranked the slowest-selling metro areas in the U.S. The Good Brigade | Digitalvision | Getty Images Even as mortgage interest rates were rising, home prices reached the highest level ever on the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index. On a three-month running average ended in June, prices nationally
Settlement Details Crypto lending platform Abra, officially known as Plutus Lending LLC, has settled with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) following charges related to the sale of unregistered securities and operating as an unregistered investment company. The settlement includes civil penalties, the amount of which is yet to be determined by the court.
Last week, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell all but confirmed that an interest rate cut is coming soon. “The time has come for policy to adjust,” the central bank leader said in his keynote address at the Fed’s annual retreat in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. For Americans struggling to keep up with sky-high interest charges, a likely
CryptoPunks’ Continued Dominance in NFT Sales CryptoPunks has achieved a significant milestone, leading CryptoSlam’s daily non-fungible token (NFT) sales chart with a notable US$1.29 million on Wednesday. This marks the third consecutive day CryptoPunks has topped the sales rankings. Despite CryptoPunks’ impressive performance, there is speculation within the community regarding a potential decline in the
Sdi Productions | E+ | Getty Images Homeownership has long symbolized the American Dream, embodying stability, wealth creation, and community investment. Yet, for millions of Americans, especially younger generations and first-time homebuyers, that dream is slipping away. Rising home prices, stagnant wages, and restrictive mortgage terms have made it increasingly difficult to take that crucial
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In this article PTLO Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Employees prepare food orders at a Portillo’s restaurant in Chicago, Illinois, on Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022. Christopher Dilts | Bloomberg | Getty Images Company: Portillo’s (PTLO) Business: Portillo’s owns and operates fast casual restaurants in the United States. The company offers Chicago-style hot dogs and
Algerina Perna | Baltimore Sun | MCT | Getty Images The explosion of online sports betting is taking a toll on personal finances, particularly among those who are financially distressed. That’s the conclusion of a recent paper, “Gambling Away Stability: Sports Betting’s Impact on Vulnerable Households.” The authors found that sports betting has exploded since
In this article GM BILL WDAY INTU ROST UBER CAVA Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Customers arrive at a Cava restaurant in New York City, U.S., June 22, 2023. Brendan Mcdermid | Reuters Check out the companies making headlines after the bell: Cava Group — The fast-casual restaurant brand saw shares climb nearly 6%
M^0’s New Partnership with Fireblocks M^0, a protocol for minting stablecoins backed by U.S. Treasury bills, has announced its collaboration with Fireblocks to provide advanced cryptocurrency custody services. This integration ensures that institutions using Fireblocks for crypto key management can seamlessly operate with M^0’s stablecoin-minting and validation system. M^0 aims to address the limitations of
Grayscale Introduces Avalanche Trust Grayscale Investments, a leading cryptocurrency asset manager, has introduced the Grayscale Avalanche Trust, providing investors with exposure to the AVAX token. This token is crucial for transaction fees and securing the Avalanche blockchain, known for its high-speed and scalable capabilities as a competitor to Ethereum. This launch is part of Grayscale’s
In a surprising turn of events, the MAGA token, a fringe cryptocurrency not officially linked to Donald Trump or his campaign, has surged in value by more than 50%. This sudden spike followed Trump’s promotion of a mysterious new crypto project called DeFiant Ones on his social media platform, Truth Social. As the MAGA token’s
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