Big money is pouring into blockchains that keep things private. Three new networks—Arc, Canton, and Tempo—have pulled in over a billion dollars together. That shows companies really want ways to move money without everyone watching. Circle just raised $222 million for Arc, a stablecoin-focused netw
A new study shows over a third of US crypto traders are cutting back on daily expenses because their digital money isn’t worth as much as before. About 36% have reduced spending on things like food, entertainment, or transportation. For 10% of those, the cuts are big enough to affect their quality o
A group of major labor unions is raising alarms about a Senate bill that could change how retirement savings are invested. The five unions, representing millions of workers, argue the bill would let cryptocurrencies into pension plans without enough safeguards. They warn that if crypto values crash,
The woman leading Binance’s push to make crypto feel mainstream has decided to step back. After just nine months in the role, the company’s chief marketing officer is leaving at the end of June, closing a brief but notable chapter in the exchange’s history. Her exit comes as the broader crypto marke
For weeks, ships carrying oil from the biggest producers in the Middle East have been stuck near Iran. The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway that normally moves one in every five barrels of world oil, has been blocked since fighting flared up. Because so much supply is stuck, countries are racing
President Trump recently made clear that Iran getting a nuclear weapon tops his list of concerns—even if it means Americans spend more at the pump. When asked if tougher rules on Iran could hurt wallets amid rising costs, he flat-out said, “Not even a little bit. ” His focus stays locked on preventi
The Playboy Mansion used to be seen as a dream home for young women starting in the modeling world. But for Holly Madison, who moved in around 2001, it turned out to be a strange and uncomfortable place. She recently spoke about her time there, describing how the mansion felt more like a cult than a
A sharp rise in U. S. natural gas prices last week surprised many who thought supplies were plentiful. Forecasters now predict a hot week ahead, which could push power plants to burn more gas for air conditioning. Demand might climb higher, but the real spark came from worries over Middle Eastern su
The Bay Area is bracing for a hot Monday, but relief is on the way sooner than expected. While earlier predictions warned of even higher temperatures, forecasters now say the peak won’t be as extreme. A marine layer has been pushing cooler air into the region faster than anticipated, softening the w
Back in 1942, Congress last officially declared war. Since then, presidents have sent troops overseas over 100 times without that same approval. The Constitution says Congress should handle war declarations, but presidents argue they can act fast when they see a threat. A 1973 law tried to fix this
