Los Angeles is gearing up to host the 2028 Olympics, following a successful event in Paris in 2024. Mayor Karen Bass expressed her anxiety about the preparations needed for the Games but remains confident that the city will rise to the occasion. Reflecting on the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles, Mayor Bass believes that the
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In the fast-evolving Web3 ecosystem, traditional financing models have proven to be inadequate for the unique needs of cryptonative businesses. The over-collateralization requirements and rigid repayment terms have been major obstacles in obtaining growth capital, stifling innovation and impeding progress. However, Credit Coop has emerged as a game-changer by offering innovative financing solutions that leverage
Chicago’s latest budget forecast paints a grim picture of the city’s financial future. The corporate fund deficit is projected to skyrocket to $982.4 million by 2025, a significant increase from $222.9 million at the end of 2024. This steep rise in deficit raises concerns about the city’s ability to maintain its financial stability in the
Figure Markets, in collaboration with shareholder Veton Vejseli, has made a formal request for access to specific company records of Ionic Digital under Section 220 of the Delaware General Corporation Law. The purpose of this request is to investigate potential misconduct by the Board of Directors and evaluate their performance in fulfilling fiduciary duties. The
Chip stocks experienced a tumultuous start to September, as concerns over U.S. economic growth and a loss of momentum in artificial intelligence favorite Nvidia led to their worst stretch in over four years. The VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) plummeted by 11.7% in the Labor Day-shortened, four-day trading week, marking its most significant decline since March
When Jerry Jones purchased the Dallas Cowboys in 1989, he took over a team that was struggling financially, losing $1 million a month. Despite the empty seats and suites at Texas Stadium, Jones saw an opportunity to turn the franchise around. Fast forward 35 years, and the Cowboys are now valued at an astonishing $11
As football season kicks off, the anticipation for record-breaking betting numbers is high. Projections estimate that U.S. adults will wager a staggering $35 billion this NFL season, showcasing a significant increase from last year’s $26.7 billion. With the legalization of sports betting in 38 states and Washington, D.C., the industry is thriving. States like Maine,
The recent tumble of PDD’s stock price by nearly 30% due to disappointing quarterly results highlights a significant slowdown in China’s consumer market. This decline serves as a stark reminder that the era of double-digit growth in Chinese consumer spending may be coming to an end. While PDD’s revenue and profit showed impressive growth, the
Peaq, a blockchain platform focused on decentralized infrastructure networks (DePIN), has announced the upcoming launch of its layer-1 blockchain between September 22 and September 30. This new blockchain, secured by Polkadot, is poised to revolutionize the way decentralized applications operate and interact within the blockchain ecosystem. Integration with Major Blockchain Networks In addition to its
The landscape of cannabis consumption is evolving rapidly, especially in New York City. The legalization of adult-use marijuana in the state has paved the way for a thriving market, with licensed cannabis sales surpassing $100 million last year. The luxury market is now embracing cannabis consumption, as evidenced by the presence of dispensaries on Fifth