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Apr 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI and crypto: A quiet partnership reshaping money

Most people associate AI with chatbots or robots that give advice. Now, though, AI is doing more than talking. It’s actually moving money around, especially in crypto. Three big AI systems—Grok, Gemini, and Claude—were asked about AI payments. Their answers show how fast this is growing. But the rea

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Apr 24 2026POLITICS

Banks face scrutiny over wildfire aid in California

After meetings with local leaders, a former U. S. president turned his attention to financial institutions following California’s 2025 wildfires. During a public statement, he called out Wells Fargo specifically, arguing that lending practices made recovery harder for families who lost homes. He cla

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Apr 24 2026FINANCE

Game Company Shares Jump on Strong Earnings

A gaming business just beat Wall Street's expectations by a wide margin. The company reported adjusted earnings of 11 cents per share compared to the 7 cent estimate. Revenue also came in higher than expected at $1. 77 billion versus a $1. 75 billion forecast. This double beat sent shares up nearly

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Apr 24 2026CRYPTO

Another crypto clash: Justin Sun's lawsuit and the banana that started it all

A crypto billionaire has taken legal action against a Trump-linked financial platform, and the details are raising eyebrows. Justin Sun, known for his work with the Tron blockchain, filed a lawsuit against World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a company connected to the Trump family. The case centers on W

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Apr 23 2026FINANCE

KKR Real Estate Finance Trust Faces First-Quarter Losses Despite Revenue

A major real estate finance company recently shared its financial results for the first three months of the year, and the numbers weren’t good. Instead of making a profit, the company lost $56. 1 million. That means it spent more money than it earned during this period. On top of that, each share of

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Apr 23 2026FINANCE

Books by Black authors that teach smart money moves

Money habits start early, often shaped by what we saw—and didn’t see—around us as kids. Whether you’re aiming to ditch debt, start investing, or simply understand credit scores, the right book can help rewrite those habits. A mix of guides for adults and fun reads for young readers from Black author

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Apr 23 2026BUSINESS

Trump government offers Spirit Airlines a financial lifeline

A struggling airline known for its bright planes and rock-bottom fares could get a government rescue package. Officials are close to approving up to half a billion dollars in loans for Spirit Airlines, but in return they’ll receive warrants that give them a potential ownership stake. This deal follo

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

Fed’s Future: Why Some Say the Dot Plot Should Go

Kevin Warsh, a former Fed official, has sparked debate by saying the central bank should stop using forward guidance and its famous dot plot chart. The dot plot shows where each Fed governor expects short‑term interest rates to go, and investors use it to judge company valuations. Warsh argues that

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

Smart Money Watching BlackSky as Stock Nears Yearly Peak

BlackSky’s shares are closing in on their highest point in a year, sitting just below $40. 62. That’s interesting because most stocks tend to pull back when the market is shaky. But here, the price is holding strong near the top instead of falling. This often means big investors are quietly buying u

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

Money habits that actually help you, not just save you

Forget the idea that saving means giving up every small joy. The usual advice tells people to cut every expense like coffee runs or movie nights, but that only helps so much. Saving itself won’t make you rich—it just keeps you from losing ground. Real growth happens when your money starts working fo

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