Ethereum battles internal challenges and strong market competition, notably a 16% value decline from $2,130 to $1,788. The cryptocurrency’s market cap has decreased by 10% in a week, now resting at 60% below its all-time high. Ethereum aims to overcome the $2,000 threshold, supported by a solid foundation at $1,820. The Pectra upgrade may reduce … Read more
U.S. Treasury yields saw slight increases, with the 10-year yield rising by 2 basis points to 4.337% and the 2-year yield inching up just under 1 basis point to 4.003%. The Producer Price Index (PPI) for February is anticipated to show a 0.3% month-over-month increase, providing insights into inflation dynamics. Recent economic indicators, including a … Read more
The Social Security Administration (SSA) faces a workforce reduction of 12%, equivalent to nearly 7,000 jobs, amid efforts to streamline federal governance. The rise in Social Security benefits demand, with 73 million Baby Boomers retiring, challenges SSA’s capacity as it faces potential service disruptions due to staffing cuts. SSA’s ability to meet current demands is … Read more
The Department of Education abruptly removed online applications for Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) plans, causing confusion among borrowers. Legal challenges question the department’s authority to implement repayment programs like the SAVE plan, currently blocked by the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals. Borrowers tied to the SAVE plan face uncertainty, with a potential shift to traditional or … Read more
President Trump’s announcement of a 25% tariff on the European Union caused significant market turmoil, impacting both traditional and digital assets. Bitcoin’s price sharply declined, dropping below $84,000 and losing over 5% within hours, influencing the broader cryptocurrency index, CoinDesk20, which fell by 2.3%. The S&P 500 mirrored this disturbance, reaching session lows and undermining … Read more
Filing early in the tax season and choosing e-filing can expedite the refund process, with the IRS generally issuing refunds within 10 to 21 days. Refunds may be delayed for those claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit or Child Tax Credit, due to additional verification requirements. Complex tax situations involving capital gains, cryptocurrencies, or foreign … Read more
The 2025 tax filing season opens, encouraging taxpayers to adopt electronic filing for efficiency. The IRS website offers valuable tools, including the Interactive Tax Assistant, to help simplify tax complexities. Consulting with professional tax preparers can protect against scams and ensure correct filing procedures. IRS Free File and Direct File programs provide no-cost filing options … Read more
Bitget Wallet has integrated the Berachain mainnet, launching an airdrop event for BERA tokens. The airdrop period runs from February 6 to February 10, allowing eligible users to claim BERA tokens. Eligibility for the airdrop is determined by past interactions with the Berachain ecosystem and selected DApps. On launch, BERA token priced at $15.50 but … Read more
Approximately 140 million Americans are expected to file their tax returns by April 15. Refunds for electronic filings typically arrive within 21 days, while paper returns may take four weeks or longer. The IRS’s “Where’s My Refund?” tool provides updates 24 hours after e-filing. Taxpayers can maximize refunds through credits like the Earned Income Tax … Read more
The Town Center at Cobb mall recently reopened after a sudden closure due to unpaid power bills, causing outrage among local businesses. Shane Starr, owner of the Starrcade arcade, is spearheading a potential class action lawsuit against the mall’s property owner for financial negligence. The Kohan Retail Investment Group faces multiple disputes over unpaid electric … Read more