Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, has reiterated his skepticism about the value of bitcoin in an interview with CBS News. He stated that while he doesn’t oppose the concept of digital currencies, bitcoin itself has no intrinsic value and is often used by illicit actors such as sex traffickers, money launderers, and ransomware attackers. … Read more
The Park City patrollers’ union has reached a contract agreement with Vail Resorts, securing similar pay and benefits to those at Aspen Skiing Company. The 10-month negotiation ended on the 12th day of the striking patrollers returning to work. Under the new contract, entry-level patrollers will receive an almost $2-per-hour increase, raising their base pay … Read more
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Chick-fil-A has announced its new recipe for waffle potato fries, which includes a coating made from pea starch. The fast food chain claims the change will keep the fries “crispier, longer,” but some customers are expressing outrage on social media over the ingredient swap. According to American Key Food Products, pea starch is a gluten-free, … Read more
A series of devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area has left at least 24 people dead and thousands displaced. The blazes, fueled by fierce Santa Ana winds, have destroyed over 12,000 structures and burned an area larger than the city of San Francisco. The Palisades Fire, which started last Tuesday, has consumed about 62 … Read more
Sean Payton’s play-calling decisions came under scrutiny as the Denver Broncos fell to the Buffalo Bills in the AFC wild-card round, 31-7. The team struggled on offense, throwing it only five times on first down and four times on second down in the first half for a combined total of 42 yards. Payton explained that … Read more
The traditional players in the AI infrastructure market are expected to see significant growth, but smaller companies with a unique approach to AI are poised to outperform. Three such companies that offer an alternative to mainstream AI plays like NVIDIA, Microsoft, Google, and Amazon are Palantir, AeroVironment, and Ambarella. Palantir, which saw its stock price … Read more
Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott said Sunday’s 31-7 win over the Denver Broncos was “what everyone’s been waiting for,” as the No. 2 seed team advances to the divisional round with a commanding performance. Quarterback Josh Allen led the way, throwing for 272 yards and two touchdowns, while the rushing attack earned 210 yards. The … Read more
Reality TV star Heidi Montag’s 2010 album “Superficial” has topped the iTunes charts after her husband, Spencer Pratt, encouraged fans to stream it to help raise income following a devastating house fire in Los Angeles. Spencer Pratt posted photos of their destroyed home on TikTok, urging fans to support his wife by streaming her music. … Read more
PATH fares rose for the first time since 2014, with a single ride now costing $3. The increase affects multi-trip passes by just 10 cents, while senior SmartLink Cards remain at $1.25 per ride. The additional revenue will be allocated towards capital improvements. This comes as New Jersey faces growing transportation costs, including congestion pricing … Read more