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M&A | May 8, 2025 Coinbase Buys Deribit for $2.9B to Become Global Crypto Derivatives Leader On May 8, 2025, Coinbase announced that it has agreed to acquire Deribit in a $2.9 billion deal, to become the world’s largest crypto options exchange. The acquisition includes $700 million in cash and 11 million shares of Coinbase

May 8, 2025 Precision doesn’t expire. Not when you’re dealing with a name like Hexagon. In the world of dimensional metrology, Hexagon is a heavyweight. Their Coordinate Measuring Machines are known for accuracy, flexibility, and the kind of durability that makes engineers breathe easier. So, when a Hexagon CMM is pre-owned (but certified) it’s not

It's the latest move in Buffett's long history of philanthropy.

The IRS has lost nearly one-third of tax auditors amid DOGE cuts, according to a watchdog report. Here's what to know.

Crypto Law | May 7, 2025 New Hampshire Sets Precedent with Bitcoin Reserve Legislation On May 6, 2025, Governor Kelly Ayotte signed New Hampshire House Bill 302 into law, allowing the state treasury to invest up to 5% of surplus public funds in digital assets with a market cap over $500 billion, currently only Bitcoin

Federal student loans should come with slightly lower interest rates in the 2025-2026 academic year. Here's what to know.

Federal student loans should come with slightly lower interest rates in the 2025-2026 academic year. Here's what to know.

Payments | May 7 2025 Shakepay is Canada's First Crypto-native Firm to Enter National Payments Infrastructure Canadian fintech just took a significant step forward.  On May 5, 2025, Shakepay Inc, a Montreal-based crypto platform and CIRO-regulated securities dealer announced that they are the first crypto-native company to officially join Payments Canada, an independent public-purpose organization

The Fed’s decision to keep rates unchanged still has far-reaching implications for almost all forms of borrowing as well as the returns on a savings account.

Federal student loans should come with slightly lower interest rates in the 2025-2026 academic year. Here's what to know.

If you're worried about higher inflation amid Trump's tariffs, Series I bonds could help safeguard against rising prices. But there are some key things to know.

From credit cards and mortgage rates to auto loans and savings accounts, all sorts of consumer borrowing costs are impacted by Fed moves.

Americans are seeing prices fall in certain pockets of the U.S. economy.

Americans are seeing prices fall in certain pockets of the U.S. economy, including airline fares, produce, consumer electronics and energy.

When evaluating startup opportunities in the private market, it’s easy to focus solely on product innovation or founder charisma. However, a company’s use of financial instruments can influence growth, risk exposure, and exit outcomes. Among the most common are common … Continue reading →

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