by Justin Wong | Jan 23, 2025 | Economics, Oil & Gas, Politics
In a move that highlights Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its economic ties with the United States, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) announced a significant pledge to President Donald Trump. According to the Saudi state-run news agency SPA, MBS...
by Justin Wong | Jan 17, 2025 | Domestic, Technology
On January 19, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a law banning TikTok unless it is sold to an owner not controlled by a foreign adversary. This ruling has sparked fresh uncertainty surrounding the popular social-media app, which is used by approximately 170 million...
by Justin Wong | Dec 17, 2024 | Domestic, Healthcare, Investing News, Market News, Medical Use, Pharmaceutical, Stock Market
In the wake of President-elect Donald Trump’s bold statements on the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare and pharma stocks have taken a significant hit. Trump’s promise to tackle drug-industry middlemen, particularly Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), has sent...
by Justin Wong | Dec 5, 2024 | International Buzz, Politics, Technology
The European Union has taken a significant step to address concerns about potential foreign interference in Romania’s recent elections. On Thursday, EU officials ordered the social media platform TikTok to freeze data linked to the ongoing electoral process,...
by Justin Wong | Nov 20, 2024 | Blockchain, Investing News, Market News, Stock Market
MARA Holdings (NASDAQ: MARA) saw its stock surge 16% early Wednesday, following the announcement of a significant $850 million zero-coupon convertible note offering. This bold financial maneuver comes with an additional $150 million option for initial purchasers,...