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☆ New tech will trap CO2 from cargo ships and store it in the ocean
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Jacopo Prisco | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

The dissolved calcium carbonate then reacts with the CO2 in the water to form bicarbonate salts, locking the CO2 away. Adkins says that with a full-scale reactor, he aims to capture and store about half of a ship’s CO2 emissions. BAR Technologies/Cargill French company Airseas has developed the Seawing, which it says could help ships cut their carbon emissions by an average of 20%. A British company called Seabound, for example, makes a device that captures between 25% and 95% of a ship’s CO2 emissions. “We think that ships are actually going to be able to compete with underground CO2 storage,” he said.

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☆ Disney raises streaming prices for Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Justine Fisher | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

The atmosphere at the Disney Bundle Celebrating National Streaming Day at The Row in Los Angeles on May 19, 2022. Starting mid-October, most plans for Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ will cost $1 to $2 more per month, according to a press release Tuesday. Hulu with ads will cost $9.99 monthly, while Hulu without adds will cost $18.99 per month. For some time, Disney has offered a bundle of its own services, either Hulu and Disney+, or the two streaming services plus ESPN+. Discovery to offer a bundle, which will include Disney+, Hulu and Max.

Persons: Alisa Bowen Organizations: Disney, Hulu, ESPN, Warner Bros, Max, ABC News Locations: Los Angeles

☆ 27-year-old Olympic gold medalist and Harvard grad says her health-care job helped her prep for the Games
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Morgan Smith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

American sprinter Gabby Thomas won her first Olympic gold medal in the 2024 Paris Games women's 200-meter final on Tuesday — an accomplishment that she credits, in part, to her second job. The 27-year-old, who took home bronze and silver during her Olympic debut at the Tokyo games, balances her career as an Olympian with a job in health care. Thomas holds a bachelor's degree in neurobiology from Harvard University and a master's degree in public health from the University of Texas Health Science Center. In the months leading up to the Games, Thomas trained three to six hours a day, but at night, she worked at an Austin volunteer health-care clinic for people without insurance. "I think I'm just so grateful to get to do what I love," Thomas told Olympics.com.

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☆ Credit card debt hits record $1.14 trillion, New York Fed research shows
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Jessica Dickler | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

watch nowWho is falling behind on credit card billsThese borrowers "may have overextended during the pandemic," the New York Fed researchers said on a press call Tuesday. Delinquent borrowers are often renters, with shorter credit histories and lower credit limits, making them more likely to be financially vulnerable and miss a payment, the researchers said. Over the last year, roughly 9.1% of credit card balances transitioned into delinquency, the New York Fed found. Among the millennials transitioning into delinquency, many also entered the labor market during the Great Recession and may be experiencing the prolonged negative effects of graduating into an economic downturn, the New York Fed researchers said. Credit card rates top 20%

Persons: homeownership, Brett House, Ted Rossman Organizations: New York Fed, Columbia Business School

☆ Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan on why bitcoin is a hedge asset in periods of uncertainty
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Tanaya Macheel | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailBitwise CIO Matt Hougan on why bitcoin is a hedge asset in periods of uncertaintyMatt Hougan, chief investment officer at Bitwise Asset Management, joins CNBC's Tanaya Macheel on "Crypto World" to discuss bitcoin's safe haven narrative after Monday's big market sell-off.

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☆ Now possible to discuss nation-states holding crypto on the balance sheet: MicroStrategy's Saylor
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailNow possible to discuss nation-states holding crypto on the balance sheet: MicroStrategy's SaylorMichael Saylor, MicroStrategy co-founder and executive chairman, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss the next breakout catalyst for Bitcoin, if a strategic reserve of Bitcoin is a good idea, and much more.

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☆ Buy the dip in these bitcoin mining stocks, Cantor Fitzgerald says
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Tanaya Macheel | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Bitcoin was no exception to Monday's broad market rout, which gives investors a good buying opportunity, according to analysts. The flagship cryptocurrency dropped 11% over the three days ending Monday, according to Coin Metrics, pulling down the performance of stocks related to it. "As a reminder, Bitcoin historically has very strong returns in the one-year period post halving," Brett Knoblauch, an analyst at Cantor Fitzgerald, said in a note Monday. Cantor has overweight ratings on eight mining stocks, including Riot Platforms , CleanSpark , Iris Energy , Core Scientific and Cipher Mining . Knoblauch said Riot Platforms, one of the largest of the mining stocks, has the best liquidity and one of the cheapest all-in costs to mine bitcoin.

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☆ Crytpo ETFs get first major test after $370 billion market sell-off
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

What's different for crypto this time around from prior sell-offs is that many more investors are vulnerable due to the newly launched spot crypto ETFs. Bitcoin ETFs started trading in January, followed by ether funds last month. Across all spot bitcoin ETFs, there were net outflows of around $168 million. Monday's outflows are a fraction of the more than $50 billion market cap of the funds. Within spot ether ETFs, more than $48 million was added across all the funds.

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☆ Now is the time to 'buy things on sale' in the stock market, advisor says. Here's what to know
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Ana Teresa Solá | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

"What would you buy that you know that your household would need for the future?" "That could be like paper towels, it could be toilet paper, it could be things that you know that you're going to need long term." It's smart to adopt a similar mindset when the stock market pulls back as it did Monday, said Sun, who is also a member of the CNBC Financial Advisor Council. "When the stock market pulls back at these levels, these are great opportunities to invest in core names or a quality portfolio that you always wanted," she said. "It's better to buy things on sale than to buy at full price."

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☆ Everything you wanted to know about the market meltdown but were too afraid to ask
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

In today's big story, we're giving a full breakdown of what has been a wild few days for the market . Tech: Big Tech is going through a bit of a mid-life crisis . Big Tech is going through a bit of a . There are a few factors at play here:Big Tech, the backbone of the market, had weaker-than-expected earnings last week. The decision could seriously hurt Google's revenue and may signal more antitrust enforcement to come for other Big Tech companies .

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☆ Costco, Starbucks, and other retailers double down on loyalty programs to win over thrifty Americans
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Dominick Reuter | Alex Bitter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

For companies like Costco, Starbucks, and Dicks Sporting Goods, which have robust and well-established loyalty programs, a common thread is that rewards members are the biggest spenders. "For price-conscious consumers, loyalty programs provide opportunities to spend more comfortably thanks to discounts and deals." And Dick's has said loyalty members who also use its fast-growing youth sport management software spend twice as much with the retailer than loyalty members who don't. Beauty store chain Ulta, which already has its Ultamate Rewards program, is testing a complimentary program that includes 42 mini-games, Glossy reported in May. Of course, effective loyalty programs aren't just about encouraging existing members to spend more, they also depend on getting more casual shoppers to sign up.

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☆ Bitcoin isn't mature enough to take on the role of a safe haven asset: Research firm
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailBitcoin isn't mature enough to take on the role of a safe haven asset: Research firmNik Bhatia, founder of The Bitcoin Layer, says, however, that bitcoin has "decoupled from stocks for brief periods of time, experienced exponential gains during those periods, and those particular periods of times are when bitcoin shines as a hedge against fiscal and monetary profligacy." Nevertheless, he adds, it still "trades like a risk-on asset" most of the time.

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☆ Bitcoin rises slightly as crypto and other risk assets look to rebound from sell-off
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Tanaya Macheel | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Cryptocurrencies on Tuesday recovered some of the previous day's losses after bitcoin briefly fell under $50,000 for the first time in six months. The price of the flagship cryptocurrency was last higher by 3.5% at $55,051.74, according to Coin Metrics. Markets broadly bounced early Tuesday, including stocks tied to the price of bitcoin. Coinbase , MicroStrategy and mining companies Marathon Digital and Riot Platforms all added about 2% each in premarket trading. The sell-off took place as crypto traders were caught in a storm of carry traders unwinding their positions, heightened concerns about a U.S. economic recession, escalating tensions in the Middle East and increasing uncertainty about the outcome of the U.S. presidential election.

Persons: bitcoin, cryptocurrency Organizations: Metrics, Marathon, U.S

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailBitcoin climbs above $56,000 as risk assets look to rebound from sell-off: CNBC Crypto WorldCNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today's show, John Wu, CEO of Ava Labs, reacts to the volatile swings in crypto markets and where prices could be headed next.

Persons: explainers, John Wu Organizations: CNBC Crypto, CNBC, Labs

☆ CNBC Daily Open: Dow sheds 1,000 points
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Abid Ali | Kevin Lim | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they are. Wall Street sinksThe Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 suffered their sharpest declines in nearly two years, as growing concerns about the U.S. economy rocked global stock markets. The Dow plummeted over 1,000 points, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite fell 3% and 3.4%, respectively. Wharton finance professor Jeremy Siegel urged the Federal Reserve to make an emergency 75-basis-point cut in the federal funds rate following Friday's disappointing jobs data. [PRO] Don't panicDespite a global stock market rout, several investors and strategists advised against panicking at this point.

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I'm a financial planner with several easy steps you can take now that will set you up for financial success. These funds should be placed in an easily accessible FDIC-insured high-yield savings account. Park your cash in a high-yield savings accountA common financial mistake people in their 20s make is letting their savings sit in a low-yield checking or savings account. Keep in mind that online banks offer most high-yield savings accounts, so you won't have access to a physical branch. Many online high-yield savings accounts, like Discover, allow you to manage multiple savings accounts under one login, making this strategy even more convenient.

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☆ 'The Black Swan' author Nassim Taleb on bitcoin: Not a hedge against your assets melting
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via Email'The Black Swan' author Nassim Taleb on bitcoin: Not a hedge against your assets meltingNassim Taleb, Universa Investments distinguished scientific advisor and ‘The Black Swan’ author, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, what to make of the market sell-off, the Fed's inflation fight, interest rate outlook, bitcoin's volatility, and more.

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☆ You can pull $1,000 from your retirement savings penalty-free—but don't make it a habit, says retirement expert
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Cheyenne Devon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

The majority of Americans wouldn't be able to cover an unforeseen $1,000 expense with money from their own savings, according to Bankrate's 2024 emergency savings report. Generally, you'll face a 10% penalty for withdrawing money from retirement savings before you reach the age of 59½. For one, you can only make one $1,000 withdrawal per year. But if you don't replace that amount in your retirement account in full or through regular deposits within three years, you won't be able to make another $1,000 withdrawal during that repayment period. And you'll need to self-certify in writing with your retirement plan administrator that you need the money for an emergency.

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☆ Bitcoin can soar past $100,000 despite recent sell-off: Ava Labs president John Wu
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Talia Kaplan | Kaan Oguz | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailBitcoin can soar past $100,000 despite recent sell-off: Ava Labs president John WuAva Labs president John Wu weighs in on catalysts contributing to bitcoin's recent sell-off and discusses where he expects crypto markets to head next as the volatile trading week continues. He also discusses utility on the Avalanche blockchain amid new government agency partnerships.

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☆ Watch CNBC's full interview with 'The Black Swan' author Nassim Taleb
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWatch CNBC's full interview with 'The Black Swan' author Nassim TalebNassim Taleb, Universa Investments distinguished scientific advisor and ‘The Black Swan’ author, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, what to make of the market sell-off, the Fed's inflation fight, interest rate outlook, bitcoin's volatility, and more.

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☆ The true value of grandparents: 2 families explain how much you can save with free childcare
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Jane Ridley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Read previewWhen millennial Jessica Papi was trying to get pregnant, she discussed future childcare options with her mom, Carol Mooney. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. "These arrangements are incredibly beneficial to parents," employment attorney Daphne Delvaux, who advocates for better childcare provision in the US, told Business Insider. AdvertisementDevika Tandon wishes her son's grandparents lived closer to help ease the financial and emotional burden of childcare. Do you have an interesting story about being a working parent you'd like to share with Business Insider?

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☆ Bitcoin miner Core Scientific rides AI from bankruptcy to $6.7 billion partnership in eight months
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-06 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

In January, U.S. bitcoin miner Core Scientific was bankrupt and battling angry lenders. Core Scientific will deliver an additional 112 megawatts of computing infrastructure to support CoreWeave's operations. Core Scientific said the deal will generate an additional $2 billion in revenue over 12 years, on top of an existing arrangement that's expected to bring in $4.7 billion. In total, the company plans to provide about 382 megawatts of infrastructure to CoreWeave by the first half of 2026, with the possibility of adding 118 megawatts at other Core Scientific sites. "We've seen tremendous growth since our emergence in January and have been laser focused on developing best-in-class digital infrastructure," Core Scientific CEO Adam Sullivan told CNBC.

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☆ VIDEO: What to do when the stock market crashes: Advice on retirement savings and investment portfolio
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-05 | by ( Demetrius Pipkin | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: 1 min

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☆ Global stock markets are sliding as Japan suffers biggest fall since 1987
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-05 | by ( Huileng Tan | Polly Thompson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewJapan's main stock market index suffered its biggest fall since 1987, closing 12.4% lower on Monday, while markets in Asia and Europe also fell sharply. US stock markets sunk at the end of last week as investors digested a streak of negative economic data and disappointing earnings from Big Tech companies. The Chinese stock markets were already under pressure this year due to the country's economic troubles. Japan kept interest rates ultra-low for decades following the implosion of an asset bubble in the 1990s that contributed to persistent deflation. AdvertisementThe BoJ's rate hike has also fanned further risk-off sentiment in global stock markets.

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Two credit unions are offering CDs with at least 9% APY, which is much higher than normal. There are currently not one, but two credit unions offering CDs with at least 9% annual percentage rate, or APY: California Coast Credit Union and Express Credit Union. Since both of these financial institutions are credit unions, you'll need to be eligible for membership to open any accounts with them. You'll also be able to become a member of Express Credit Union if an immediate family member is already a member of that credit union. California Coast Credit Union offers the California Coast Credit Union Celebration Certificate, which lasts for five months and gives 9.50% APY.

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