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FTC alleges Amazon illegally made $20 billion by rigging billions of ad auctions

The Federal Trade Commission and a coalition of twenty two states have launched a massive legal battle against Amazon, accusing the e-commerce giant of orchestrating a secret seven year scheme to defraud its advertisers. According to a lawsuit filed in the US District Court for the Western District of Washington, Amazon allegedly manipulated the digital

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US borrowing costs hit fresh highs over inflation fears

United States borrowing costs climbed to new heights on Tuesday, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East that sent oil prices surging past ninety two dollars a barrel. This volatility in energy markets has reignited deep concerns regarding stubborn inflation, pushing the effective ten year borrowing rate to four point seven nine percent, the

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John Ternus sends first memo as Apple CEO teasing a ‘huge launch next week’

Apple has officially entered a new era following the appointment of John Ternus as CEO. In his first internal communication to staff, Ternus struck a balance between gratitude for the past and an aggressive appetite for the future. He began by paying tribute to his predecessor, Tim Cook, praising him for leading the company with

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Toyota’s hybrid RAV4 is in demand as dealers wait for more supply

Toyota is currently facing a luxury problem that most automakers would envy. The demand for the latest RAV4 has surged to such heights that dealerships are struggling to keep them in stock, often holding only a few days worth of inventory at any given time. This scarcity is particularly striking for a practical, midsize crossover

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Trump presses Fed to lower interest rates. It may do the opposite

President Donald Trump is once again turning his attention toward the Federal Reserve, urging the central bank to slash interest rates to fuel economic growth. Speaking from the Oval Office on August 31, Trump argued that the United States should strive for the lowest interest rates in the world, suggesting that current economic success shouldn’t

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10-year yield hits highest since January 2025 as higher oil prices stoke inflation worries

US Treasury yields surged toward levels not seen since early last year on Tuesday, driven by escalating geopolitical instability in the Middle East. The 10-year Treasury note, which serves as a critical benchmark for everything from home mortgages to credit card rates, touched its highest mark since January 14, 2025. This spike reflects growing anxiety

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John Ternus is now the CEO of Apple

Apple has entered a new chapter today as John Ternus officially takes the reins as CEO, marking the first change in top leadership for the tech giant since 2011. He steps into the role previously held by Tim Cook, who is transitioning to the position of executive chairman on Apple’s board. In a farewell letter

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FTC lawsuit alleges Amazon has been ‘secretly and systematically’ overcharging for ads

The Federal Trade Commission and twenty two state attorneys general have filed a major lawsuit against Amazon, alleging that the e commerce giant secretly manipulated its advertising system to overcharge businesses. At the heart of the legal battle is Amazon’s use of second price auctions, where the winning bidder is traditionally expected to pay just

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Micron: Hyperscalers Bought The Fab, Bears Bought Fairy Tales (NASDAQ:MU)

The traditional narrative surrounding semiconductor stocks has always been one of volatile cycles, where boom times are inevitably followed by painful busts. However, recent movements at Micron Technology suggest that the old playbook may no longer apply. While skeptics continue to bet on a return to these historical patterns, a new reality is emerging as

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Kalshi bans former congressman George Santos for life after State of the Union trades

Former congressman George Santos has been handed a lifetime ban from the prediction market platform Kalshi following an investigation into claims of insider trading. The company determined that Santos intentionally misled the public regarding his plans to attend the State of the Union address specifically to profit from bets placed on the platform. While he

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