AI Deepfakes Accounted for 40% of Valuable Crypto Fraud Last Year, According to Report
Simply put In 2024, deepfakes featuring celebrities and government officials constituted 40% of the year’s high-value fraud cases, according to a report from Biteg. Losses from crypto fraud hit $4.6 billion, marking a 24% rise from the previous year. The report identified social engineering schemes as the second most prevalent method for crypto fraud, just […]
Donald Trump made $57.7 million in one year from a cryptocurrency business.
Trump’s Cryptocurrency Venture Reports Substantial Earnings According to a Bloomberg report, former President Donald Trump earned $57.7 million from token sales associated with a cryptocurrency enterprise he and his sons launched last year. The Government Ethics Bureau recently released an extensive report on Trump’s financial holdings, revealing that his income streams also include significant revenues […]
Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher complete their divorce a year after revealing their separation
Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher Finalize Divorce Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher have officially ended their marriage, more than a year after they first revealed their decision to split. In a joint statement shared on their Instagram stories, they announced, “Our divorce is now finalized.” They expressed pride in their achievements together, reiterating […]
Consumer confidence increases for the first time this year
WASHINGTON – In June, consumer sentiment experienced its first uptick in six months. This surge suggests that many Americans feel more optimistic about the economy, thanks in part to a decline in inflation and a pause in the trade tensions between the U.S. and China. The initial readings from the University of Michigan’s widely tracked […]
The cost of an Obamacare plan may increase significantly next year.
Challenges for Families Amid Changing Health Insurance Subsidies Josefina Muralles juggles part-time overnight shifts as a receptionist in Miami Beach while caring for her three children, elderly mother, and disabled siblings. Her days are filled with responsibilities, especially for her brother Rodrigo, who has epilepsy and was left disabled after contracting Covid-19 in 2020. “He’s […]
Two top defensive stocks to endure further market instability in this challenging year
New Additions to Defensive Stock List We’re introducing two classic defensive stocks that tend to hold up well through various economic challenges: water and cigarettes. With expectations that 2025 could bring more market volatility than usual, we established our all-weather stock list back in February, which appears to be working effectively. While the S&P 500 […]
NY’s ‘Italian American of the Year’ reveals his vision for a Smithsonian museum and his connections with MLB stars
Spotlighting Italian Heritage Rome, as they say, wasn’t built in a day. Likewise, efforts to honor Italian culture are ongoing. Recently recognized as New York’s “Italian American of the Year,” Chris Vaccaro is passionate about promoting the Italian-American experience, particularly the need for a dedicated Smithsonian Museum focused on this heritage. “That’s not just any […]
Anderson Cooper makes $18M a year as the network confronts a spinoff during a decline in ratings, according to reports.
Anderson Cooper, the well-known anchor for CNN, reportedly earns around $18 million annually. This staggering figure is particularly notable given the network’s struggles, grappling with debt and criticism from its parent company. Cooper is a key figure during the 8 PM Primetime slot, alongside others like Kaitlan Collins and Jake Tapper. However, their futures seem […]
Exploring 2025’s ‘drink of the year’ from the New York bar owner who created it: ‘Something unique’
Bourbon-Based Cocktail Honored as 2025 Drink of the Year This certainly deserves a toast. A cocktail made with bourbon has been named one of Food 52’s “Drinks of the Year.” It’s nice to see it finally get some recognition, especially since the recipe was first crafted 20 years ago at a bar in New York […]
Court rejects Zakai Zeigler’s request for a fifth year of eligibility
Tennessee Guard Zakaisé Zeigler’s Fifth Year Eligibility Legal Battle Tennessee guard Zakaisé Zeigler’s appeal for a fifth year of eligibility has been temporarily denied. In May, Zeigler filed a lawsuit against the NCAA regarding the “Five Year Playing Four Seasons” eligibility rule. He argues that this rule constitutes an illegal restraint of trade under both […]