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Lucky Numbers Hit but Jackpot Still Up for Grabs!

January 5, 2025

Guess what happened on Friday, January 3, 2025? The Mega Millions drawing took place, but nobody snagged the massive $42 million jackpot. Nevertheless, Ohio was buzzing with excitement as thousands of folks won smaller prizes. Let's check out who got lucky in the Buckeye State! First off, there wer

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Taxes and Trade: A Pacific Island Shift

January 3, 2025

From 2010 to 2021, a bunch of Pacific Island countries saw changes in their taxes. We looked at how less trade rules affected tax money from trade. As these islands got more open to trade, they collected less money from trade taxes and direct income taxes. Interestingly, they started collecting more

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Crypto and Meme Stocks Boom on the First Trading Day of 2025

January 2, 2025

As 2025 trading kicked off, the market was buzzing with speculation. Stocks linked to cryptocurrencies, like bitcoin, took a leap forward. Bitcoin's price climbed over $96, 000, causing related stocks to surge. Microstrategy, for instance, added 3% to its already massive 360% gain from 2024. Other c

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2025: A Mix of Small Wins and Major Unknowns for Investors

January 1, 2025

As the calendar turns over to 2025, investors are crossing their fingers for a bright start. However, experts are cautioning that the stock market may not see the massive jumps seen in the past couple of years. Wall Street predictions suggest the S&P 500 could grow by about 15%, with a big boost fro

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Upgrade Your Money Game in 2025

January 1, 2025

As 2024 wraps up, it's time to think about your money plans for the new year. Experts say it's crucial to check where you stand financially before setting goals. Ashley Lapato from YNAB suggests changing how you think about money. Instead of seeing it as a chore, imagine how it can improve your futu

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Stock Futures on Monday: A Look Ahead

December 30, 2024

As the year 2024 winds down, stock futures took a slight dip on Monday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures slipped by 93 points, or 0. 2%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 futures both dipped by 0. 3%. This comes after a successful year for these major averages, with the S&P 500 and Dow up by

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Crypto Boom: How to Stay Safe and Spot Scams

December 29, 2024

Cryptocurrency is back in the spotlight, with coins like Bitcoin and Ethereum hitting new highs. Experts say this surge is due to factors like President Trump's positive remarks on crypto, renewed interest from investors, and increased institutional involvement. But with the hype comes risk. Crypto

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FinTech in Russia: Challenges and the Road Forward

December 29, 2024

FinTech, or financial technology, is gaining significance in modern Russia. The government is enthusiastic about embracing artificial intelligence, blockchain, and big data to enhance various aspects like budgeting, taxation, and customs. However, Russia's FinTech sector isn't without its obstacles.

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Unexpected Winners in 2024: The Surprise Crypto Boom

December 29, 2024

Believe it or not, 2024 was the year of the underdogs in the crypto world. While Bitcoin hit a stunning $100, 000, it wasn't the leader of the pack. A meme coin inspired by a frog, Pepe, exploded in value by a whopping 1, 500%. Coins like SUI and Dogecoin also jumped ahead, leaving Bitcoin in the du

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Bitcoin Futures: A Rollercoaster Ride for Bitcoin Volatility

December 29, 2024

The launch of Bitcoin futures shook up the cryptocurrency world, but not in the way some expected. Initially, it seemed like the introduction of these futures contracts made Bitcoin's price swings even wilder. But as time passed, things settled down. Researchers took a close look at minute-by-minute