Epic Games is once again revolutionizing its popular game, Fortnite. The latest update, Fortnite Ballistic, marks a significant departure from the traditional Battle Royale mode as it introduces a 5v5 tactical first-person shooter experience, similar to Valorant. This new mode will be available in early access starting December 11th. In Fortnite Ballistic, players will engage … Read more
Russia’s prestige has taken a hit with the sudden fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Moscow had invested heavily in propping up Assad’s government for nearly a decade, but its efforts have been unsuccessful. Until yesterday, Russia’s military presence in Syria was seen as a key component of Vladimir Putin’s global ambitions. The Russian … Read more
US President Donald Trump has nominated Paul Atkins to lead the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This appointment comes as Bitcoin price reached an all-time high of over $100,000. Atkins, a pro-cryptocurrency advocate, previously criticized SEC Chairman Gary Gensler for his tough stance on crypto exchanges. In contrast, Trump also appointed Gail Slater to head … Read more
The Federal Reserve has been adjusting its benchmark rate since 2022, causing money market account interest rates to rise and fall sharply. As a result, deposit rates, including those offered by top accounts, have started to decline. Currently, the national average money market account rate stands at 0.60% according to the FDIC. However, some of … Read more
Google has released its latest iteration of the Android mobile operating system, dubbed Android 15. Although it’s not a radical overhaul, Android 15 promises to enhance user experience through new features and under-the-hood improvements. The update builds upon the existing Material You design language introduced in Android 12, with subtle UI improvements that don’t constitute … Read more
China’s consumer inflation unexpectedly decreased in November, marking a mixed picture for the country’s economy ahead of key policy meetings this week. The data shows that sluggish demand remains a significant factor holding back price growth. Key statistics include: The consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.2% from last year, the lowest level since June, while … Read more
Tesla (TSLA) stock surged on Monday, adding to its nearly 13% gain from last week, as the electric vehicle giant sets its sights on a price level it hasn’t reached since early 2022. The company’s shares jumped to 389.79, advancing 0.15% after hitting a high of 404.80 earlier in the day. Tesla is optimistic about … Read more
Tyson Fury is set to face Oleksandr Usyk at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on December 21, a rematch of their intense first bout. The heavyweight giants are both in top shape, having finished training to head into the fight as the best versions of themselves. Fury recently revealed his intense training efforts on Instagram, … Read more
Oppenheimer Asset Management is forecasting a record-setting rally for the S&P 500 by year-end 2024, with some strategists predicting the index will surpass 7,100. The firm’s Chief Investment Strategist John Stoltzfus says fundamentals suggest the economy and stock market will continue to grow into next year. Stoltzfus points to strong economic growth, a rate-cutting cycle, … Read more
US President-elect Donald Trump has urged Russian leader Vladimir Putin to agree to an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine before the conflict escalates further. With the regime of his Syrian ally Bashar al-Assad toppled, Trump warned that Russia should focus its resources on ending the war in Ukraine. Assad’s departure from Damascus means the end of … Read more