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TikTok circumvents US ban, allows Android users to download app via website
TikTok has announced that it will enable Android users in the US to download and use the app through some package kits accessible on its website. This comes as the ByteDance-owned app is looking at ways to circumvent the restrictions that were imposed on the app in the US. TikTok found a way out for […]Cryptopolitan
Feb 8, 2025
Stocks
If I Could Only Buy 1 Semiconductor Stock, This Would Be It
The last few days have been quite challenging for the semiconductor industry. The news of Chinese start-up DeepSeek releasing its open-source AI model DeepSeek-R1 -- which it says cost less than $6 million to create -- has triggered concerns about drastic declines in AI spending. Not surprisingly, s...The Motley Fool
Feb 8, 2025
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Should You Buy Shopify Stock Before Feb. 11?
Shopify (NYSE: SHOP) has long been an investor favorite, and it's easy to see why. It controls a large portion of the U.S. e-commerce market, even though you won't always see its name on the merchant websites it powers. You also won't see it listed as one of the top e-commerce retailers because its ...The Motley Fool
Feb 8, 2025
Cryptocurrencies
5 Explosive Cryptos to Watch as Bitcoin Targets $160K in 2025
Bitcoin is climbing, and if Russian mining firm BitRiver is right, we could see BTC at $160K by the end of the year. With institutional adoption growing and market momentum picking up, this could be the spark that ignites the next wave of altcoin and meme coin mania. New cryptocurrencies are floodin...Bitcoinist
Feb 8, 2025
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Palantir's CEO Just Said This About DeepSeek. Here's What It Could Mean for Nvidia Investors.
Alex Karp is a PhD., technologist, and philosopher. He's also the CEO of artificial intelligence (AI) software company Palantir Technologies -- and he often explains sophisticated and complicated ideas in an extremely digestible format. Recently, Karp sat down for an interview and gave his honest ta...The Motley Fool
Feb 8, 2025
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Orban, Le Pen hail Trump at far-right 'Patriots' summit in Madrid
Far-right leaders rally in Madrid, praise Trump's influenceCalls for new "Reconquista" against Islam, "wokism"Despite unity goals, key EU nationalist parties shun PatriotsBy David LatonaMADRID, Feb 8 (Reuters) - Leaders of far-right parties in the European Parliament's third-...Reuters
Feb 8, 2025
Stocks
Looking to Grow Your Passive Income in 2025? 3 Top Dividend Growth Stocks to Double Up On Right Now
There's no way around it. I'm approaching the age of 40 faster than I'd like. Despite this undeniable fact, locating high-yield stocks to generate passive income isn't high on my priority list just yet.However, scouting for dividend growth stocks that offer the potential for substantial long-term pa...The Motley Fool
Feb 8, 2025
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1 Wall Street Analyst Thinks Nike Stock Is Going to $95. Is It a Buy?
Shares of Nike (NYSE: NKE) are trading 57% below their previous peak due to weak financial performance in the past few years. Retail traffic was still a challenge for the leading athletic wear brand in the most recent quarter, but some analysts see a buying opportunity ahead of its turnaround.BMO Ca...The Motley Fool
Feb 8, 2025
Cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin Market Cap Surges 5.3x To $1.93T: Growing Faster Than Altcoins Since 2022
Bitcoin is currently trading within a well-defined range, fluctuating between its all-time high of $109K and range lows around $89K. The market remains highly volatile, with uncertainty dominating sentiment as traders await a decisive breakout. Both bulls and bears are battling for control, and Bitc...Bitcoinist
Feb 8, 2025
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Retiring in 2025? 3 Important Moves to Make Now
Retirement is the largest financial goal most people will ever have. We tend to focus on the dollar amount you need to cover your costs, but there's more to it than that. You need a strategy for balancing your immediate financial needs with your long-term goals. You have to decide which accounts are...The Motley Fool
Feb 8, 2025
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Can You Really Become a Millionaire With an S&P 500 ETF?
Nearly three-quarters (74%) of Americans don't believe they'll ever be wealthy, according to a 2023 report from financial services company Empower. Among survey participants, the benchmark for "wealthy" was a net worth of at least $400,000.Building a substantial amount of wealth may seem out of reac...The Motley Fool
Feb 8, 2025
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NFL-Sportsbooks flying with Eagles in Super Bowl, not Swift and Chiefs
By Frank Pingue Feb 8 (Reuters) - Taylor Swift may have her legion of fans rooting for the Kansas City Chiefs in Sunday's Super Bowl but the global pop star will not be able to sway the sportsbooks who stand to make more money if the Philadelphia Eagles prevail.Kansas City, whose fan base ha...Reuters
Feb 8, 2025
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NFL-Women's flag football players bask in Super Bowl spotlight
NFL promotes flag football ahead of 2028 OlympicsWomen's sports growth aligns with NFL's global expansion goalsFlag football gains traction in U.S. schools and internationallyBy Amy Tennery NEW ORLEANS, Feb 8 (Reuters) - Women's flag football got its moment in the mega-sized Super Bow...Reuters
Feb 8, 2025
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2 Stocks That Could Soar Again in 2025
Many companies in the biotech industry performed well last year. Two in particular stood out: Viking Therapeutics (NASDAQ: VKTX) and Summit Therapeutics (NASDAQ: SMMT). Both saw their shares more than double in 2024, thanks to strong clinical progress. While these two drugmakers still don't have any...The Motley Fool
Feb 8, 2025
Cryptocurrencies
Elon Musk’s DOGE to shut down CFPB after success with USAID termination
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, known as DOGE, has made the move on its next target: the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). On Friday, three DOGE operatives—Christopher Young, Nikhil Rajpal, and Gavin Kliger—arrived at the CFPB’s Washington, D.C., headquarters, according to a statement from the CFPB employees union, NTEU 335. This follows Elon’s February […]Cryptopolitan
Feb 8, 2025
Cryptocurrencies
PSG Coin Price Prediction 2025-2031: How high can the PSG Price Rise?
Key Takeaways Following the return of Donald Trump to the White House, the crypto maket is witnessing a surge in buying demand. However, several macro news keep bringing selling pressure on several altcoins. Should the crypto market undergo a bullish reversal, the demand for Paris Saint-Germain Fan Token (PSG coin) could surge, potentially pushing its […]Cryptopolitan
Feb 8, 2025
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TB, malaria, newborn health services must restart, says USAID memo
By Jennifer Rigby LONDON, Feb 8 (Reuters) - American-funded aid efforts to tackle diseases such as malaria, as well as preventing newborn baby deaths and treating severe malnutrition, should resume, according to a memo from the United States government reviewed by Reuters. President Trump moved ...Reuters
Feb 8, 2025
Stocks
These 2 Dividend Stocks Are Absolute Bargains Right Now
Dividend stocks are great for many reasons, not least because any company that can sustain growing payouts for a long time likely has a strong underlying business. It's even better to invest in excellent income stocks when they seem to be trading at attractive valuations, which isn't always easy to ...The Motley Fool
Feb 8, 2025
Cryptocurrencies
Hong Kong government recognizes Bitcoin and Ethereum as proof of assets for investment immigration applications
The Hong Kong government has approved the use of BTC and Ethereum for immigration applications. Travelers can use these coins as proof of assets required by authorities. The move comes after two successful cases where applicants from mainland China used crypto holdings in their residency application
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Cathie Wood of Ark Invest Just Delivered Incredible News for Bitcoin Investors
If you're interested in where crypto could be headed in 2025, then the new "Big Ideas 2025" report from Ark Invest is a must-read. It lays out what could be coming next for cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, and smart contract blockchain networks.But the really inThe Motley Fool
Feb 8, 2025
