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‘Cyberpunk 2077’ Proved a Game Can Change Itself, But Not Its History

It ain’t a thing of beauty, but ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ eventually became a good game that knows how it got there.

JPMorgan Says This 1 Chip Stock Is a Strong Buy Now… And It’s Not What You Think It Is

J.P. Morgan upgraded Pepsi, citing expectations for improved performance.

C3.ai Just Scored a Government Win. Should You Buy the Beaten-Down AI Stock Now?

Now that C3.ai has won a major government approval, will it finally be enough to coax hesitant investors toward its beaten-down shares?

Goldman Sachs makes big bet on ETFs specializing in downside protection

Goldman Sachs Asset Management is making a big bet on defined outcome exchange-traded funds — which use options to help protect against market losses.

TSA Sending Info on Domestic Travelers to ICE for Deportation Arrests

The program has been running since March but we’re only learning about it now.

Regime change in Venezuela could bring boost in oil production — but not as much as you’d think

It would take time and billions of dollars to fix Venezuela’s oil infrastructure

This Could Be One of the Best Gen AI Stocks to Buy for 2026, According to Wall Street

Wall Street believes AppLovin has emerged as a standout GenAI contender for 2026, fueled by strong AI-led performance gains.

Activist Starboard reveals 5% stake in Clearwater as tech company reviews its options

Starboard is urging Clearwater Analytics to run a robust sales process if it has received in-bound interest from potential buyers.

End of ‘The Berkshire Way’? Combs’ departure isn’t only big change as Buffett transition nears

There were several additional personnel changes in Monday’s three-page news release that signal the company is moving toward a more conventional structure.

MacKenzie Scott announced another $7.1 billion in 2025 charitable donations—she’s now given away $26.3 billion since 2019

Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott’s 2025 donations went to a wide range of nonprofits, including several historically Black colleges and universities.

Hoda Kotb: The No. 1 question to ask yourself before making a career change—it’s about ‘what you think you deserve’

If you want to overhaul your career, whether you’re in your 20s or your 60s, you can do so by asking yourself one simple question first, says Hoda Kotb.

Dick Van Dyke’s 100th birthday: His tips for a long, healthy life

Dick Van Dyke is officially a centenarian! Here are three research-backed staples in his routine that he credits for his 100 years of life.

Financial fraud cost older adults up to $81.5 billion in 2024, FTC estimates — more are losing at least $100,000

From 2020 to 2024, the 60-plus age group’s reported losses have jumped 300% to $2.4 billion from $600 million, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

‘The stress at my job is getting worse every day’: I’m 61, earn $177K, and have a 401(k) with $965K. Do I retire and downsize?

“I don’t want to end up in a nursing home on Medicare like my grandma.”

How Governments Turn the Internet Into a Weapon

From protests to elections, governments are increasingly pulling the internet plug on entire populations. Connectivity is slowly becoming a tool of control, not a guarantee.

‘This feels like an opportunity’: I’m 55, earn $78,000 and have no kids. My mother gave me $10,000. What should I do?

“I also have $1,000 on a credit card, which will be paid in full next month.”

The Worst Ways RFK Jr. Has Harmed Public Health This Year

The return of measles, weakening vaccines, and the complete destruction of the CDC are just a few of Kennedy’s ignoble accomplishments in 2025.

3 Cheapest Dividend Aristocrats for a Lifetime of Income

Three Dividend Aristocrats near their lows that analysts still say are buys.

Cotton Closes the Week with Weakness

Cotton futures closed the Friday session with contracts down 10 to 15 points across most front months, as March was down 10 points on the week. Crude oil…

Hannah Rothschild on privilege, duty and shaping a centuries-old dynasty

Dame Hannah Rothschild reflected on privilege, duty, and the shaping of a modern philanthropic dynasty at a private banking event in Singapore.

Stocks Sink as Chip Stocks Retreat and Bond Yields Climb

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Friday closed down by -1.07%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down by -0.51%, and the Nasdaq … Read More

Paramount’s $54 billion debt plays a starring role in Warner bid

Paramount has a temporary financing package in place for the combined company, but it hasn’t locked in a maximum rate on more permanent borrowings for the transaction

Dollar Finds Support from Higher T-Note Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday rose by +0.02%. The dollar moved slightly higher on Friday, as hawkish Fed comments boosted T-note yields. Chicago Fed…

Dollar Strength and Stock Market Weakness Undercut Crude Oil Prices

January WTI crude oil (CLF26 ) on Friday closed down -0.16 (-0.28%), and January RBOB gasoline (RBF26 ) closed down -0.0077 (-0.44%). Crude oil and gasoline …

Stocks are selling off Friday. Is it fatigue, or something else?

The S 500 is now in danger of a weekly loss.

Cotton Slipping at Friday’s Midday

Cotton futures are back to slightly weaker trade on Friday, with contracts down 2 to 5 points in the nearbys. Crude oil futures are up 5 cents per barrel at … Read More

As Tesla Gets Ready to Remove Its Robotaxi Safety Drivers and Launch New FSD Model, Should You Buy TSLA Stock Here?

Tesla’s robotaxis and new FSD could boost revenue, but regulatory hurdles and EV demand risks linger.

Brazilian Real Strength Spurs Short Covering in Sugar Futures

March NY world sugar #11 (SBH26 ) today is up +0.22 (+1.48%), and March London ICE white sugar #5 (SWH26 ) is up +4.30 (+1.01%). Sugar prices are moving…

RH stock is ‘high-risk, high-reward,’ Jim Cramer says

CNBC’s Jim Cramer on Friday reviewed the stock of luxury home goods retailer RH.

Homeowners are losing thousands in equity thanks to weakening prices

Weaker prices mean homeowners are starting to lose equity after several years of huge gains.

Rivian’s AI, autonomy impress Wall Street, but EV and capital concerns remain

Rivian impressed Wall Street with its plans for AI and automation, but significant challenges involving demand and capital remain for the EV maker.

Hundreds of Climate Migrants Arrive in Australia, Leaving Their Sinking Island Home Behind

This year, thousands of Tuvaluans applied for Australia’s climate-migration visas to escape the impacts of rising sea levels.

Powerball jackpot hits $1 billion—experts say to avoid these 5 mistakes if you win: ‘You will be in an emotional state for a while’

Hitting a massive jackpot is thrilling, but the choices you make right after the win can put your wealth at risk.

New Batch of Epstein Photos Include Bill Gates, Richard Branson, and Segway Inventor

President Trump is in there too, but you could probably guess that by now.

Broadcom tumbles 11% despite blockbuster earnings as ‘AI angst’ weighs on Oracle, Nvidia

Even with better-than-expected earnings and revenue, Broadcom slid on Friday as investors continued to grow concerned about the AI trade.

Sam Altman’s Eyeball-Scanning Startup Launches ‘Super App’

Want to chat with your friends? Please look into this orb.

Trump sued by preservation group seeking to halt White House ballroom construction

The lawsuit argues that President Trump was legally required to get federal approvals before demolishing the historic East Wing of the White House.

Coinbase to soon unveil prediction markets powered by Kalshi, source says

A source told CNBC that Coinbase will soon unveil prediction markets, powered by Kalshi, underscoring the firm’s push to fulfill its “everything exchange” vision.

Director found guilty of scamming Netflix out of $11 million

Hollywood director Carl Erik Rinsch was convicted of scamming $11 million from Netflix to spend on luxury items, including five Rolls-Royces and a Ferrari, as reported earlier by Deadline. A … Read More

My Taiwanese immigrant friend started working in Walmart for minimum wage and retired with $2 million. What was her secret?

“She owns two houses and lives with a disabled son.”

Trump’s AI order may be ‘illegal,’ Democrats and consumer advocacy groups claim

President Donald Trump executive order on a national artificial intelligence framework threatens funding for states that pursue AI laws deemed “onerous.”

Healthy Returns: FDA may add strongest safety warning to Covid shots

The FDA is reportedly preparing to add what’s known as a “black box” warning to Covid shots by the end of the year, marking a major shift in vaccine oversight.

Do Kwon Gets 15 Years for $40 Billion Crypto Collapse as Victims Testify to Destruction He Caused

The collapse of Terraform Labs was part of a greater deleveraging event in crypto that culminated in the fall of FTX.

Trump says Kevin Warsh is at top of Fed chair candidate list, president should be consulted on rates

Wall Street Sphincters Tighten as Oracle Delays Its OpenAI Data Center Buildout

When the bubble pops, you can’t say there weren’t signs.

TSA is giving airline passenger data to ICE for deportation push: NYT

The program led to the arrest in Boston of Any Lucía López Belloza, a college student who was deported to Honduras, the report said.

Hassett Fed chair odds fall, Warsh chances surge on Kalshi after Trump comments

Warsh’s odds jumped to as high as 40% after Trump told the Wall Street Journal that Warsh has risen to the top of his list to be the next chair … Read More

Tesla’s Cheap Model Y and Model 3 Aren’t Slowing Down Its Sliding Sales: Report

The Cybertruck isn’t pulling its own weight either.

Cramer’s week ahead: New economic data and earnings from FedEx, Jabil

CNBC’s Jim Cramer on Friday told investors what to look out for next week on Wall Street.

ARM Stock Just Broke Below This Key Support Level. Should You Buy the Dip or Stay Away?

Arm stock sinks as Oracle’s earnings and capex guidance renew AI bubble concerns. Here’s how you should play ARM shares heading into 2026.