A battle is brewing in the world of finance. It's all about trading stocks using blockchain technology. Big names like Robinhood and BlackRock are getting involved. They like the idea of 24/7 trading and instant settlements. It also cuts out middlemen and opens up new ways to use stocks as collatera
The world of prediction markets is heating up, and it's not just because of the money. This year, the U. S. has seen a massive jump in interest, thanks to a recent court decision that cleared the way for election betting. But what exactly are prediction markets? They're platforms where people can be
A man named Tyler Robinson stood before a judge in a Utah courtroom. He was there because he is accused of a serious crime. He is said to have killed Charlie Kirk, a well-known political figure, back in September. This was Robinson's first time appearing in person since his arrest. Robinson looked
In Benton Harbor, Michigan, a unique approach is being used to tackle the teacher shortage. Instead of traditional teachers, some classrooms have virtual educators. These teachers are live-streamed into the classroom. This idea came from a suggestion by the school superintendent, Simone Griffin. She
Robinhood, the platform known for trading stocks and cryptocurrencies, saw a drop in activity last month. In November, the value of crypto trades fell by 12% compared to October. This means people were trading less crypto on Robinhood. At the same time, stock trades also dropped by a big 37%. Overal
Robinhood's stock price dropped around 9% recently. This happened after the company reported lower trading activity across different markets. In November, trading volumes fell by 37% for stocks, 28% for options, and 12% for cryptocurrencies. This decline is likely due to worries about market bubbles
Wall Street is stepping into the world of "degen" culture with a fresh investment product. VanEck, a well-known investment management firm, is rebranding its Gaming ETF to the VanEck Degen Economy ETF. This new fund, set to launch in April 2026, will track companies that thrive on digital trading, g
Mike Jacobs is a big deal in college football. He just got a new job as the head coach at Mercer. This is his third time leading a team. He's been coaching for 22 years and has a great record. He's won 85 games and only lost 20. That's a winning percentage of 81%. Not many coaches can say that. Jac
Paul Robinson, a top legal mind at Warner Music Group (WMG), is finally getting his moment in the spotlight. He was chosen for the 2025 Entertainment Law Initiative (ELI) Service Award, but the event was called off due to wildfires in Los Angeles. Now, he will receive the honor at the 2026 ELI event
Jahan Dotson, a rising star in the NFL, has a story that goes beyond his impressive stats. Born in Newark, New Jersey, he grew up in East Orange before moving to Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley. This change set the stage for his high school career at Nazareth Area High School, where he broke records wi
