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Bitcoin Crashes Again: World’s Largest Cryptocurrency Loses One-Third of Value in 2026
Bitcoin, the world’s most popular cryptocurrency, has suffered another sharp fall, extending a brutal week for digital assets and global financial markets. The latest drop has pushed Bitcoin down by nearly one-third since the beginning of 2026, raising fresh concerns among investors. As of 01:00 GMT on Friday, Bitcoin was trading at around $62,900, marking…
Alphabet’s Massive 2026 Capex Plan Spooks Markets, Tech Stocks Slide
Alphabet’s aggressive investment plans for 2026 have rattled investors, triggering a broader tech selloff across U.S. markets. Meanwhile, slowing EV demand in China, geopolitical tensions over Taiwan, and concerns over chipmakers’ profitability added pressure to global equities. 📌 Quick Snapshot: Markets at a Glance Index / Stock Movement Nasdaq Composite (.IXIC) 🔻 1.51% S&P 500…
Elon Musk’s SpaceX Acquires xAI, Creating World’s Most Valuable Private Company
Elon Musk has merged two of his most ambitious ventures after SpaceX officially acquired xAI, creating what is now believed to be the most valuable private company in the world. The announcement was made on Monday, with Musk calling the move a defining moment for both companies and their long-term mission. “This marks not just…
Gold Prices Slide 5%, Extend Losses After Kevin Warsh Named Next Fed Chair
Gold prices plunged sharply on Monday, extending last week’s heavy losses as investors booked profits and reassessed the outlook for U.S. monetary policy following President Donald Trump’s nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve Chairman. The sell-off erased a significant portion of gold’s recent rally, which had been fueled by geopolitical tensions and…
Amazon Fresh, Amazon Go Stores to Close Nationwide: Full List of Washington Locations Shutting Down
Amazon Fresh, Amazon Go Stores to Close Nationwide: Full List of Washington Closures Seattle: Shoppers across Seattle and other parts of Washington were caught off guard on Tuesday after arriving at Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go stores only to find them unexpectedly closed. Amazon later confirmed that it is shutting down all Amazon Fresh and…
Where’s My State Tax Refund? How to Check Your Status and Avoid Delays
Waiting for a state tax refund can be stressful — especially when there’s little clarity on who is processing it or how long it should take. Unlike federal tax refunds handled by the IRS, state tax refunds are managed individually by each state, and processing timelines can vary widely. The IRS does not process state…
Silver, Gold Futures Fall Sharply as Traders Book Profits After Record Highs
Silver and gold futures witnessed a sharp correction on Friday (January 30, 2026) as traders booked profits following a historic rally that pushed prices to all-time highs in the previous session. The decline was triggered by a rebound in the U.S. dollar, weak global cues, and concerns over price sustainability at elevated levels. Both precious…
Commonwealth Bank, ANZ Suffer Banking App Outages, Customers Face Payment Delays
Two of Australia’s largest banks — Commonwealth Bank (CBA) and ANZ — experienced service outages on Wednesday, leaving customers frustrated as banking apps and payment systems were temporarily disrupted. Thousands of users reported problems accessing services, checking balances, and making payments, prompting widespread complaints on social media platforms. 🔴 Commonwealth Bank App Outage: What Happened?…
Stocks to Watch Today, January 28, 2026: Vedanta–Hindustan Zinc OFS, L&T, Maruti, Vi, Marico, Titagarh, Textile Stocks in Focus
Indian equity markets are expected to open on a positive note on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, tracking firm global cues. According to GIFT NIFTY futures, the NIFTY50 index may open around 59 points higher, setting the tone for a busy trading session. Several stocks are likely to remain in focus due to Q3 earnings announcements,…
Bank Strike January 27, 2026: Banking Services Hit Across India as UFBU Demands Five-Day Work Week
Banking operations across India were disrupted on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, as the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) launched a nationwide strike demanding the immediate implementation of a five-day work week in the banking sector. The strike follows the failure of a conciliation meeting with the Chief Labour Commissioner on January 23, 2026, where…