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Opeyemi is a proficient writer and enthusiast in the exciting and unique cryptocurrency realm. While the digital asset industry was not his first choice, he has remained absolutely drawn since making a foray into the space over two years. Now, Opeyemi takes pride in creating unique pieces unraveling the complexities of blockchain technology and sharing insights on the latest trends in the world of cryptocurrencies. Opeyemi savors his attraction to the crypto market, which explains why he spends the better parts of his day looking through different price charts. “Looking” is a rather simple way to describe analyzing and interpreting…

Today’s certificate of deposit (CD) interest rates are some of the highest we’ve seen in more than a decade thanks to several rate hikes by the Federal Reserve. However, the Fed finally cut its target rate this month, so now could be your last chance to lock in a competitive rate. CD rates vary widely across financial institutions, so it’s important to ensure you’re getting the best rate possible when shopping around for a CD. The following is a breakdown of CD rates today and where to find the best offers. Historically, longer-term CDs offered higher interest rates than shorter-term…

Investing.com — Here is your Pro Recap of the top takeaways from Wall Street analysts for the past week. InvestingPro subscribers always get first dibs on market-moving AI analyst comments. Upgrade today! Netflix What happened? On Monday, Loop Capital downgraded Netflix (NASDAQ:) to Hold with a $950 price target. *TLDR: Netflix is poised for growth; valuation concerns persist. What’s the full story? Loop summarized that Netflix is exceptionally well-positioned, projecting over 30M new subscribers this year, second only to the 2020 pandemic surge. Revenue returned to mid-teen growth, and operating margins are expected to rise by 600bps in 2024, with…

Bitcoin has had a whirlwind few days, hitting an all-time high (ATH) last Tuesday before tumbling into a sharp 15% correction. This period of heightened volatility has left investors divided, with some expecting a continued uptrend while others brace for more downside. The market is closely watching Bitcoin’s ability to reclaim its bullish momentum. Related Reading Top analyst Ali Martinez has highlighted critical data from the Bitcoin cost basis distribution, pointing to $97K as a crucial support level. Martinez stresses that holding this level is essential for BTC to maintain its uptrend and fend off deeper corrections. However, Bitcoin’s price…

Unlock the White House Watch newsletter for freeYour guide to what the 2024 US election means for Washington and the worldDonald Trump’s transition team is pushing to pull the US out of the World Health Organization on the first day of the new administration, according to experts who warn of the “catastrophic” impact it would have on global health. Members of Trump’s team told the experts of their intention to announce a withdrawal from the global health body on the president-elect’s January 20 inauguration. The departure would remove the WHO’s biggest source of funds, damaging its ability to respond to public…

We think of Kris Kringle as a benevolent toy-giver who delivers his magic on one special night each year. But what’s he up to on every other day of the year? He’s running one of the biggest toy factories in the world, of course. That’s no small chore. So, how much does it cost to keep the Workshop working? And how does Santa pay for it all? What is Santa Claus’ net worth?Some data points, like the value of Santa’s sleigh and Workshop at the North Pole, are easy to figure out — assuming he owns everything outright and has no debt. Can…

The cryptocurrency industry has been on an uptrend. The world’s largest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin (BTC), was seen recording new peaks throughout the last couple of days. The king coin surged all the way to a high of $108,268.45 earlier this week.This uptick further led to the community rolling out ambitious predictions for the market. Prominent cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex recently hopped onto this trend and had a new prediction for the king coin.Also Read: Expert Predicts List Of New Crypto ETFs That May Launch In 2025Can Bitcoin Reach $200,000 Soon?Source: Watcher GuruAccording to a recent report by Bitfinex, Bitcoin is all set…

There aren’t too many better investors than the billionaire hedge fund manager Paul Tudor Jones. Jones launched Tudor Investment Corp in 1980. In 1987, Jones correctly predicted the stock market crash on Black Monday when the Dow Jones fell by an incredible 22%. More than four decades after launching Tudor Investment Corp, Jones still serves as the chief investment officer of the company, which has reportedly generated average annual returns of 19%, according to Hedge Fund Alpha. These accomplishments have made Jones and his firm a must-watch for stock ideas. Recently, Tudor Investment Corp sold Boeing (NYSE: BA) and bought…

(Reuters) – Starbucks (NASDAQ:) workers have expanded their strike to four more U.S. cities, including New York, the union representing over 10,000 baristas said late on Saturday. The five-day strike, which began on Friday and initially closed Starbucks cafes in Los Angeles, Chicago and Seattle, has added New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia and St. Louis, Workers United said in a statement. It did not say where the New Jersey walkout was occurring. Starbucks did not immediately respond to a request for comment outside regular business hours. Talks between the coffee chain and the union hit an impasse with unresolved issues…

contributor Posted: December 22, 2024 Aave’s ecosystem thrived with strong user engagement, increasing transactions, and diversified protocol adoption. Governance and bullish technical indicators solidified Aave’s leadership and highlighted sustained market confidence. Aave [AAVE], a dominant platform in Decentralized Finance (DeFi), continues to set the pace for innovation with its robust ecosystem. With $22 billion in total value locked (TVL), it stands as a cornerstone of the DeFi space.  The platform’s strategic moves, such as introducing the GHO stablecoin and integrating wrapped assets like WETH and WBTC, highlight its focus on liquidity diversification and adaptability to market demands. At press time,…