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Cathie Wood is betting that politics, not just markets, could be the catalyst that pushes the United States into actively buying bitcoin. The ARK Invest founder said this week that cryptocurrency has become a durable political issue for President Donald Trump, one that could shape policy decisions as the White House looks ahead to the 2026 midterm elections.  In Wood’s view, that dynamic increases the odds that the federal government eventually moves beyond holding seized BTC and begins purchasing BTC outright for a national strategic reserve. Crypto was “part of the reason he won the presidency,” Wood said on a…

(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) ‘Kantara Chapter 1’ has reached a big and proud moment. The film has been listed by The Academy among the movies eligible for the Best Picture category at the 98th Academy Awards. This news made many people happy, especially fans of Rishab Shetty and Indian cinema. Now the Bollywood star Vivek Oberoi has praised ‘Kantara Chapter 1’.Vivek Oberoi’s emotional messageActor Vivek Oberoi was quick to celebrate this moment. He congratulated Rishab Shetty and shared his feelings about Bhuta Kola and the film. the ‘Lucifer’ actor wrote on X, “What was once a sacred ritual, guarded by the…

VADODARA: In a big setback to him and Team India, India’s wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant was on Saturday ruled out of the ODI series against New Zealand, which begins here on Sunday. Pant sustained a side strain after being hit just above his waist, on the ribs, from one of the deliveries bowled by a throwdown specialist late in his long batting session here. The 28-year-old was attended by the support staff members, including head coach Gautam Gambhir, and left the BCA B ground after receiving treatment, grimacing in pain.Shubman Gill press conference: Breaks silence on T20 World Cup snub, and…

Minneapolis shuts public schools following ICE action and clashes Public schools in Minneapolis are closed through the end of the week following a confrontation between U.S. Border Patrol agents, students and staff near Roosevelt High School.The closure comes after a tragic shooting of a 37, year old mother by an immigration officer, which happened earlier in the day, and has created a lot of fear among students, families and educators.According to a report by The 74, the Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) district described the closure as a safety measure. Temporary online learning will begin next week and continue until February…

President Donald Trump said he has no plans to pardon Sam Bankman-Fried, the former FTX CEO who is serving a 25-year federal prison sentence. Bitcoin stayed close to its recent price range after the comment, which suggests traders did not see it as a market-moving event. The timing stands out, as crypto continues trying to rebuild public confidence after several years of fraud cases and tighter government oversight. Bankman-Fried’s family and legal team had been pushing for a pardon since early 2025, but Trump grouped him with other convicted figures he also refuses to pardon. That sends a clear message…

Join Our Telegram channel to stay up to date on breaking news coverage Bitcoin’s price is still flirting with the $90,000 level, as the asset remains indecisive and is barred from the upside by the $94,000 level from late November. BTC is down a fraction of a percentage over the last 24 hours, trading at $90,336 as of 12:00 a.m. EST. As BTC faces indecision around $90,000, Fundstrat’s Tom Lee remains positive on Bitcoin. According to Lee, the digital asset could rally by the end of January, driven by improved liquidity, increased institutional involvement, and clearer regulatory frameworks. TOM LEE…

Talk about hitting the ground running! If you were hoping to ease into 2026, the market clearly had other plans. This week was a genuine high-wire act for traders, who found themselves juggling major geopolitical shockwaves from Venezuela against a stacked economic calendar. While the headlines kept everyone glued to their news feeds early on, the focus quickly shifted to the U.S., where traders had to position themselves for Friday’s highly anticipated employment report. It was a classic battle of narratives: would political drama or cold, hard labor data dictate price action? From geopolitical jitters to inflation misses…

All You Should Know About Workplace Learning In a constantly changing workplace shaped by evolving technology and demanding customers, learning and upskilling are no longer optional; they are essential. Therefore, employees should be adaptable to shifting job requirements to stay relevant and competitive. Workplace learning today is more than just on-the-job training. It has become more dynamic. Bite-sized study modules, mobile-first lessons, and AI-based personalized learning have replaced traditional, classroom-style training sessions, making learning more accessible and convenient for on-the-go learners. However, workplace learning is not only about convenience. It’s a strategic tool for enhancing productivity, closing skill gaps, and…

NEED TO KNOW Columbus detectives revealed in court documents how they were able to identify and track down the suspect in connection with the Dec. 30 deaths of Ohio dentist Spencer Tepe and his wife, Monique TepeDetectives tracked the suspect’s vehicle through neighborhood surveillance near the couple’s home in ColumbusMichael David McKee, Monique’s ex-husband, has been arrested and charged with two counts of murder in connection with the couple’s deaths The suspect in the deaths of Ohio couple Spencer and Monique Tepe, who were found slain in their home on Dec. 30, was identified by police due to a specific…

Filmmaker Rebecca Zlotowski has spent the last fifteen years crafting a singular career in French cinema. While all her films explore the invisible depths of human connection and experience, she does so through different modes of expression and film genres, often eliciting unexpected and raw performances from her stars. Her films have premiered at prestigious film festivals like Cannes and Venice, and have starred some of the best actresses of the era, including Léa Seydoux, Natalie Portman, Virginie Efira, and, most recently, Jodie Foster, who makes her French-speaking debut in Zlotowski’s most recent film, “A Private Life.” Zlotowski, who is…