Ballast CEO Greg MacDonald navigates a monumental turnaround at the 152-acre Parkmerced complex, confronting years of neglect and systemic challenges while betting on San Francisco's broader housing recovery.
Internal documents reveal Paramount+ is planning a major strategic shift, dubbed 'Project Eagle,' to aggressively compete with TikTok and YouTube by prioritizing short-form and user-generated content. The move echoes controversial changes at Instagram and Disney+, raising questions about subscriber backlash and platform identity in an increasingly homogenized streaming landscape.
The suspension of the CFPB's Section 1033 mandate has spurred voluntary agreements between banks and fintechs, reigniting debate over whether private innovation or federal regulation better protects consumer financial data.
Crypto.com has unveiled 'OG,' a new prediction market platform that combines social engagement with CFTC-regulated contracts on sports, politics, and entertainment, introducing margin trading to the sector for the first time.
New research uncovers how Amazon's opaque pricing algorithms lead public institutions to overpay for basic supplies, while diverting funds from local businesses.
A landmark deposit by helicopter giant Bristow Group secures the first delivery slots for Electra's EL9, a hybrid-electric aircraft designed for ultra-short takeoffs from urban spaces, signaling a major step toward airport-free regional travel.
A Perth community is in mourning after a family of four and their pets were found dead in their Mosman Park home. Friends point to immense pressure and perceived failures in disability support systems as contributing factors to the tragedy.
Lithuanian authorities have initiated a pre-trial investigation into potential human trafficking and other crimes, prompted by the U.S. release of court documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein that name several prominent Lithuanian figures.
Despite over 11,000 Israeli violations of a 2024 ceasefire and a mounting civilian toll, Hezbollah has launched only one retaliatory strike in 14 months. Analysts point to the group's severe military degradation and political isolation as key factors behind its unprecedented restraint, suggesting a major response is likely only if Iran faces an existential threat.
Syrian government security forces have deployed in the Kurdish-held city of Qamishli, implementing a U.S.-backed agreement to reintegrate the region under Damascus's control, amid mixed local reactions and heightened tensions in neighboring areas.
ING's German arm launches cryptocurrency ETNs for retail investors and announces development of a regulated euro stablecoin, positioning the banking giant at the forefront of Europe's MiCA-compliant digital asset landscape.
As PayPal's stock hovers near $52, investors are grappling with a stark contrast: short-term weakness versus long-term gains. This deep dive examines whether the payment giant's current valuation signals a genuine discount or reflects deeper, systemic challenges in the competitive fintech landscape.
Energy Transfer LP raises its quarterly distribution by over 3% as it advances a multi-billion dollar expansion plan, sparking fresh debate among investors about the midstream giant's valuation and future trajectory.
In a strategic expansion beyond stablecoins, Tether has unveiled an open-source operating system for Bitcoin mining. The move challenges the dominance of proprietary software giants and arrives as the mining industry navigates a complex landscape of compressed margins and intense competition.
Apple's acquisition of AI audio startup Q.ai, a deepened partnership with Google for Gemini AI, and a favorable new manufacturing policy in India signal a concerted push to bolster its AI capabilities and diversify its production footprint, reshaping its growth narrative.
Walmart's market capitalization has surged past $1 trillion, a historic first for a brick-and-mortar retailer, fueled by robust e-commerce growth, strategic AI adoption, and its resilience as a value leader in an uncertain economy.
At the Ondo Summit in New York, Pantera Capital CEO Dan Morehead and Bitmine Immersion Chairman Tom Lee made a compelling case for Bitcoin's long-term supremacy over traditional assets like gold, citing institutional adoption, regulatory shifts, and its fundamental scarcity.
The Rise Growth-backed RIA OnePoint BFG Wealth Partners has acquired Minneapolis-based Voyage Wealth Architects, a $700 million AUM firm previously affiliated with Northwestern Mutual. The deal marks a strategic homecoming for OnePoint's founders and further consolidates the firm's national footprint.
As Valentine's Day approaches, cybersecurity experts issue urgent warnings about sophisticated online romance scams. These schemes, which use emotional manipulation and sometimes AI, have led to devastating financial losses for victims seeking connection.
Despite a rocky start to the year with double-digit losses, a bullish case for Bitcoin is building, with predictions targeting the $100,000 milestone within the next two years, fueled by its scarcity and shifting macroeconomic winds.
