XRP Sees Surge Amid Trump’s Crypto Support

XRP, a cryptocurrency created by Ripple Labs, has experienced an incredible year-to-date gain of 54%, outperforming Bitcoin and Ethereum. The token is now valued at $185 billion, ranking it as the world’s third-largest cryptocurrency. President-elect Donald Trump’s administration could bring significant support to the cryptocurrency market, including XRP. Trump has signaled his support for the … Read more

Lando Norris’ $2.5 Million Ferrari F40 Suffers Crash Damage

Ferrari F40 footage has emerged, revealing damage to Lando Norris’ car that matches recent sightings at a Monaco dealership. The rare supercar is valued at over $2.5 million and was purchased by Norris in early 2024 after a visit to a dealership. Footage shows the car crashing on a mountainous road in Monaco, causing significant … Read more

TikTok Crashes US App Stores Ahead of Nationwide Ban

TikTok’s app and website went dark in the US on Saturday night, just before a nationwide ban against the video-sharing platform took effect. The sudden shutdown occurred at 10:30 pm Eastern time, leaving users unable to access their profiles or saved favorites. Major app store providers Apple and Google removed TikTok from their stores, making … Read more

NVIDIA Limits GPU Distribution for RTX 5090 & RTX 5080

NVIDIA has announced a new strategy for distributing its RTX 50 series GPUs among retailers. According to reports, the company may limit availability of flagship SKUs like the GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080, making it difficult for consumers to purchase them at launch. In an effort to prevent resellers from getting most of the … Read more

Hedge Fund Ties Under Fire as Research Firm CEO Faces Scrutiny

A Canadian hedge fund and its research firm’s founder are under fire for alleged ties, which may have led to securities fraud charges from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Research firm Hindenburg, founded by Nate Anderson, recently announced its closure, sparking concerns over his alleged connections with Anson hedge funds. According to Ontario … Read more

UNC Hosts Stanford in First ACC Meeting Since 2020

The University of North Carolina will host ACC newcomer Stanford at the Smith Center on Saturday afternoon, aiming to extend its winning streak to five games. This marks the first meeting between the Tar Heels and Cardinal since December 2020. For those unable to attend the game, there are several options to follow along: Radio … Read more

Nelly to Perform at Trump Inauguration Day Event

Rapper Nelly is set to take the stage on President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration day. The event, known as the Liberty Ball, marks a pivotal moment for the country with people from all backgrounds coming together. This year’s inaugural balls will also include performances by Carrie Underwood and Lee Greenwood. Nelly, who won three Grammy awards, … Read more

Mars’ “Kidney Beans” May Hold Clues to Water and Life

NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) has captured an unusual photo of frozen “kidney beans” on Mars’ sand dunes, which could help scientists determine if the planet ever had enough water to sustain life. The images show a layer of carbon dioxide frost covering the dunes during winter, preventing wind from scooping up sand and causing … Read more

UK in Line for Potential TikTok Ban Following US Decision

A potential TikTok ban in the UK could be on the horizon, following a similar trajectory to the US ban that was implemented after President Trump’s administration deemed the app a national security risk due to its ties to the Chinese government. Analysts predict that if the US decides to keep TikTok offline, allied countries … Read more