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Pension Reform Veto Undermines Alaska Gas Pipeline Tax Deal as Legislative Session Ends
Trade & Tariffs

Pension Reform Veto Undermines Alaska Gas Pipeline Tax Deal as Legislative Session Ends

Governor Dunleavy’s veto of a public pension bill derailed a key tax break arrangement, leaving Alaska lawmakers facing a stalled pipeline project and likely special session.

Shutterstock to Pay $35 Million Settlement Over Alleged Misleading Subscription Practices
AI & Tech Regulation

Shutterstock to Pay $35 Million Settlement Over Alleged Misleading Subscription Practices

Shutterstock agreed to a $35 million settlement with the FTC following accusations that it misled customers about automatic renewals and complex cancellation processes.

Bitcoin Faces Critical Support Amid Rising US Bond Yields and Market Pressure
Crypto & Fintech

Bitcoin Faces Critical Support Amid Rising US Bond Yields and Market Pressure

Bitcoin trades near key support levels as soaring US bond yields trigger selling pressure across stocks, precious metals, and cryptocurrencies amid ongoing geopolitical risks.

Bitcoin’s Recent Buyers Sell $770M at a Loss Amid Fear of Price Drop Below $76K
Crypto & Fintech

Bitcoin’s Recent Buyers Sell $770M at a Loss Amid Fear of Price Drop Below $76K

Bitcoin short-term holders offloaded over 10,000 BTC worth $770 million at a loss as prices slipped below key support, raising concerns about a possible downturn toward $65,000.

Ethereum Emerges as the Clear Leader Under New U.S. Digital Asset Legislation
Crypto & Fintech

Ethereum Emerges as the Clear Leader Under New U.S. Digital Asset Legislation

The proposed U.S. Digital Asset Market CLARITY Act boosts Ethereum’s status by affirming its decentralized nature, positioning it above most competing blockchains.

Bitcoin Loses May Gains Amid Rising Macro Uncertainty and Investor Caution
Crypto & Fintech

Bitcoin Loses May Gains Amid Rising Macro Uncertainty and Investor Caution

Bitcoin fell back to $76K after hitting resistance near $82K, as mounting global economic concerns and potential Fed policy shifts weigh on crypto sentiment.

Sony Unveils New Sandstone Color for WH-1000XM6 Noise-Cancelling Headphones
Markets & Macro

Sony Unveils New Sandstone Color for WH-1000XM6 Noise-Cancelling Headphones

Sony releases a muted earth-tone Sandstone version of its acclaimed WH-1000XM6 headphones, available now with a launch promotion through official channels.

Affordable Preorders Open for KPop Demon Hunters Energy Edition Trading Cards
Trade & Tariffs

Affordable Preorders Open for KPop Demon Hunters Energy Edition Trading Cards

Fans of KPop Demon Hunters can now preorder the Energy Edition trading card packs starting at just over four dollars per pack, available through major retailers.

Bank of England Sees Tokenization as Key to Cutting Costs Amid Stablecoin Regulation Push
Crypto & Fintech

Bank of England Sees Tokenization as Key to Cutting Costs Amid Stablecoin Regulation Push

The Bank of England highlights tokenization's potential to lower financial market costs and enhance payment efficiency while advancing stablecoin regulations and exploring a retail CBDC.

Long Island Rail Road Service Resumes After Unions and MTA Reach Labor Agreement
Markets & Macro

Long Island Rail Road Service Resumes After Unions and MTA Reach Labor Agreement

After a three-and-a-half-day strike, Long Island Rail Road trains restarted on Tuesday following a tentative labor deal that avoids fare hikes and tax increases.