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Google’s Chip Strategy: Why Marvell Could Be the New Key Player

April 20, 2026

Big tech companies are always hunting for better ways to run AI, and now Google seems to be placing a bet on Marvell Technology. Instead of sticking with Broadcom for its AI chips, Google is exploring new designs that could handle real-time tasks more efficiently. The idea? Two custom chips working

crypto

Schwab Lets Regular Investors Buy Bitcoin and Ethereum

April 19, 2026

Charles Schwab is opening a new door for its 39 million customers by letting them purchase Bitcoin and Ethereum directly through the same app they use for stocks, ETFs, and retirement plans. The move is a big deal because it places these risky digital assets inside a familiar, regulated environment

business

Milpitas Opens Doors for Students and Car Fans

April 19, 2026

Milpitas City Hall will host a business workshop on May 6 from 9:30 to 10:30 a. m. The session is for anyone curious about partnering with the city. Attendees will learn how to find and win city contracts, step through procurement steps, and submit strong bids. Interested people can sign up by visit

finance

Future of Betting: Big Banks Eye Prediction Markets

April 19, 2026

Large financial firms are exploring ways to enter the fast‑growing world of prediction markets. Charles Schwab’s chief executive hinted that his company might offer a platform for forecasting events, but only if it aligns with long‑term wealth building and avoids risky areas like sports or pop cu

technology

Google Adds Marvell to Its AI Chip Team for Faster Inference

April 19, 2026

Google is expanding its custom chip lineup by talking to Marvell Technology about two new AI processors. One will be a memory‑processing unit that works beside Google’s existing Tensor Processing Units (TPUs). The other will be a TPU designed only for inference, the part of AI that answers user requ

crime

A Birmingham Store Stands Strong After Car Crash

April 19, 2026

Birmingham’s Bama Health Foods faced a shocking moment when a vehicle smashed into its front door, leaving broken glass and a hole in the wall. The incident happened on a Sunday afternoon, but thankfully no one was hurt and it occurred outside of business hours. The shop’s owners posted a photo o

technology

Why Netflix fans are finally saying enough is enough

April 19, 2026

Netflix just raised prices again. This time, the cheapest ad-supported plan now costs nearly $9 per month, while its top-tier service without ads jumps to almost $27. These increases follow similar moves from other streaming giants like HBO Max, Disney+, and Hulu, all of which have raised prices in

lifestyle

From Healthcare to Havanans: A Surprising Business Shift

April 19, 2026

Latosha Veney had zero experience with cigars when she took over Tailored Smoke, a Newport News lounge, after a business partnership fell through. Two years later, she's not just running the place—she’s built it into a must-visit spot where smokers gather to relax and socialize. The lounge recently

opinion

The Real Cost of Easy on Crime Policies in Stores

April 19, 2026

A simple trip to buy painkillers shows how big choices affect everyday life. Many stores now lock up basic items like ibuprofen to stop theft. Shoppers wait while employees fetch the products from locked cases, creating delays. A customer from Florida pointed out that stores there don’t use this sys

finance

Marvell’s AI Push: Why the Numbers Look Good

April 19, 2026

Marvell Technology has seen its stock jump over 50% in April alone, mostly thanks to big moves in the AI chip market. A big part of that growth comes from Nvidia putting $2 billion into the company and an upgrade from Oppenheimer raising the price target to $170. Marvell also spent $1 billion to buy