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By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON (Multibagger) – A group of U.S. senators has called on NATO leaders to address a significant gap in the North Atlantic Treaty during the alliance’s 75th anniversary summit in Washington this week. The treaty, drafted before Hawaii became a state in 1959, currently only covers territories north of the Tropic of Cancer, leaving the Hawaiian archipelago, with its 1.44 million residents, unprotected by Article 5’s commitment to collective self-defense. In a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, senators emphasized the need to clarify that an attack on Hawaii would be considered an attack on all…

Bernstein Analysts Bullish on Bitcoin Mining Companies Leveraging AI Data Centers for Growth Bernstein analysts have identified two under-the-radar Bitcoin mining companies, Iris Energy (IREN) and Core Scientific (CORZ), as potential winners in the evolving market landscape. In a recent note, the firm initiated coverage on these companies with Outperform ratings, citing their strategic shift towards housing artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. The analysts point to the miners’ hybrid business model, which leverages their existing Bitcoin mining infrastructure to support AI data centers. Recent deals, such as CORZ’s $4.7 billion co-hosting agreement with Coreweave, demonstrate the companies’ commitment to this…

Breaking News: Capital Bancorp (NASDAQ: CBNK) Receives Regulatory Approval for Merger with Integrated Financial Holdings, Inc. Capital Bancorp Inc. has just announced that it has received regulatory approval from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond for its planned merger with Integrated Financial Holdings, Inc. (IFH). This merger aims to create a combined entity with enhanced scale and capabilities, consolidating CBNK and IFH along with their respective banking subsidiaries. The terms and conditions of the merger were detailed in a recent SEC filing, with Capital Bancorp’s Chief Financial Officer confirming the latest development in the process. Despite the company’s revised earnings…

As the world’s top investment manager and financial market journalist, I bring you the latest insights from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s testimony. Powell emphasized that the neutral rate is influenced by slow-moving factors, hinting at potential rate cuts in the future. Key points from Powell’s testimony include: Unlikely return to very low pre-crisis rates Large banks are expected to withstand stress tests on commercial real estate Potential housing shortage despite rate cuts Confidence in inflation levels still uncertain Policies not influenced by political factors Focus on managing inflation risks Long-term adherence to new capital rules by banks Analysis and…

Title: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s Impact on Global Markets and U.S. Stock Benchmarks As the world’s best investment manager and financial market journalist, let’s dive into the latest insights from Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell and their effect on global markets and U.S. stock benchmarks. Despite U.S. inflation concerns, Powell’s recent congressional testimony hinted at a potential interest rate cut amid a softening jobs market. While 50 basis points of Fed easing is priced in futures, the ten-year Treasuries hover around 4.3%. However, with upcoming U.S. consumer price updates and China’s weak inflation pulse, the global market remains calm.…

Elon Musk Wins Legal Battle: $500 Million Severance Lawsuit Dismissed By Jonathan Stempel (Multibagger) – In a significant legal victory, Elon Musk has successfully fended off a lawsuit that accused him of withholding at least $500 million in severance payments from thousands of Twitter employees after his acquisition of the social media giant, now rebranded as X. U.S. District Judge Trina Thompson in San Francisco ruled on Tuesday that the federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), which governs benefit plans, does not cover the claims made by the former employees. Consequently, the judge stated she did not have jurisdiction…

Quantitative Tightening Uncertainty: Powell Says Fed Has “Quite a Ways to Go” with Balancing Sheet Reduction During his testimony before the House Financial Services Committee, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell revealed that the Fed still has a significant amount of work to do in reducing the size of its balance sheet. Despite already trimming $1.7 trillion, Powell emphasized the need for a cautious approach to ensure that financial institutions have ample reserves. The Fed initially expanded its balance sheet in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to lower long-term interest rates and support the economy. Currently, the Fed is allowing up…

Senator Blumenthal Expresses Concerns About Biden’s Presidential Run In a recent statement, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal voiced his worries about Joe Biden’s re-election bid, expressing deep concerns about the potential consequences of a victory by President Donald Trump. Blumenthal emphasized the urgency of reaching a conclusion on the matter, highlighting the importance of supporting Biden as the Democratic nominee. As an experienced investment manager and financial market journalist, it is crucial to analyze the potential impact of political events on the economy and financial markets. The outcome of the upcoming presidential election could have significant implications for investors and businesses,…

SKALE Enhances Scalability and Efficiency with Pacifica V3 Upgrade: Accelerates Block Mining Speed by 108% and Increases Transaction Throughput by 122% Brussels, Belgium, July 10th, 2024 – SKALE, the gas-less EVM-compatible modular blockchain network, has launched the Pacifica V3 upgrade, solidifying its position as one of the world’s most efficient blockchains. This upgrade brings significant advancements to SKALE Network’s capabilities, including improved transaction speed and predictability, enhanced network performance, and improved developer tools. “At SKALE, the commitment to scaling through modularity since Day 1 drives every aspect of its architecture, including this massive upgrade,” said Jack O’Holleran, Co-Founder and CEO…

Unveiling the Latest Addition to GoodRx Board of Directors – Ian T. Clark’s Experience to Drive Company’s Growth In a strategic move, GoodRx Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:GDRX) welcomes Ian T. Clark to its Board of Directors, bringing over 35 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. This addition is expected to enhance the company’s initiatives in securing more affordable prescription pricing for consumers. Clark’s role will involve chairing the newly formed Innovation Committee and participating in the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. Since its establishment in 2011, GoodRx has saved consumers close to $75 billion on medications, with a…