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Markets & Investing

Bybit says it blocked a $1B theft attempt after 2025 mega-hack

In an April 2026 public disclosure, cryptocurrency exchange Bybit revealed that it detected and stopped a second attack targeting roughly $1 billion in digital assets...

Banking & Credit Cards

FDIC proposes GENIUS Act rules for payment stablecoin issuers

If you hold USDC, use stablecoins to send money, or keep digital dollars in a fintech app, the rules governing those products are about to...

Markets & Investing

U.S. Q4 2025 GDP revised down to 0.5% growth in final estimate

The U.S. economy barely grew in the final three months of 2025, and the picture got worse with each gross domestic product (GDP) estimate. In...

Bank Accounts & Fees

High-yield savings accounts are paying over 4% APY in 2026: is it time to switch?

Savers who left their cash sitting in traditional bank accounts for years are suddenly seeing something unusual. High-yield savings accounts are offering annual percentage yields...

Smart Spending

Realistic side hustles that can earn you $1,000 or more this month

Many Americans are looking for ways to boost their income without committing to a second full time job. Rising living costs and economic uncertainty have...

Banking & Credit Cards

Anthropic’s Claude Mythos flags critical cryptography security flaws

Every time you log into a banking app, send an encrypted message, or complete a credit card transaction online, you are trusting cryptographic libraries to...

Crypto & Digital Assets

Bitcoin mining in 2026: what it costs to start and whether it is still profitable

Bitcoin mining helped launch the cryptocurrency revolution, but the industry has changed dramatically since Bitcoin’s early days when enthusiasts could mine coins using a home...

Cost of Living

It now costs over $310,000 to raise a child in America: a full cost breakdown by age

Raising a child in the United States has never been inexpensive, but the price tag facing parents today is far higher than many realize. The...

Credit Cards & Rewards

The ideal number of credit cards for your credit score according to FICO data

Credit cards can be powerful financial tools when used responsibly. They help build credit history, provide fraud protections, and often offer rewards that can make...

Crypto & Digital Assets

Rules to follow before buying your first cryptocurrency in 2026

Cryptocurrency has moved from a niche experiment to a global financial market worth trillions of dollars. Millions of Americans now hold digital assets, and interest...

Stocks & Wall Street

Passive income investments paying real returns to everyday investors in 2026

Passive income continues to attract investors who want additional forms of income in addition to their paycheck. The idea sounds simple, but not every opportunity...

Bank Accounts & Fees

Online banks are paying 3 to 5 times more interest than traditional banks: 5 reasons to switch

Many Americans still keep their savings at traditional banks that pay very little interest. Meanwhile, a growing number of online banks are offering savings rates...

Bank Accounts & Fees

If your bank fails tomorrow, here is what happens to your money under FDIC rules

When a bank fails, headlines can spark panic. Under federal law, however, there is a structured process that begins almost immediately. For most depositors, access...

Bank Accounts & Fees

Why financial planners warn married couples against joint bank accounts

For decades, joint bank accounts have been viewed by married couples as a symbol of unity. Combining income into one shared account can simplify bill...

Smart Spending

If you have $500,000 in savings, financial advisors say this is your safe annual spending limit

Reaching $500,000 in retirement savings is a major milestone. The pressing question then becomes: how much of that money can be safely spent each year...

Corporate News

Disney streaming now earns $450 million per quarter: what it means for investors

Walt Disney’s long and expensive push into streaming has finally crossed a milestone that investors have waited years to see. The company’s streaming division generated...

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