(RTTNews) - Mastercard Inc. (MA), a technology company, on Tuesday announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire BVNK, a fintech company and a provider of stablecoin-powered financial infrastructure, for up to $1.8 billion, including $300 million in contingent payments. The transaction is expected to close before the end of the year. The acquisition aims to expand Mastercard...
(RTTNews) - Mastercard Inc. (MA), a technology company, on Tuesday announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire BVNK, a fintech company and a provider of stablecoin-powered financial infrastructure, for up to $1.8 billion, including $300 million in contingent payments. The transaction is expected to close before the end of the year. The acquisition aims to expand Mastercard's capabilities in digital assets by enabling interoperability between traditional fiat payment systems and blockchain-based stablecoins. The company said the deal will support new payment use cases, including cross-border transfers, payouts, and business-to-business transactions, while enhancing speed and programmability. BVNK's platform enables businesses to send and receive payments across major blockchain networks in more than 130 countries, complementing Mastercard's global payments network. In the pre-market trading, Mastercard is 0.10% lesser at $508.00 on the New York Stock Exchange. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Key Points Bitcoin still remains the most compelling digital competitor to gold. Closing the valuation gap with physical gold would result in a big upside. 10 stocks we like better than Bitcoin › The price of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) remains as volatile as ever. After surpassing $126,000 in 2025, the price of Bitcoin is down to about $70,000 -- the same price as in 2024. Need evidence that the price ...
Key Points Bitcoin still remains the most compelling digital competitor to gold. Closing the valuation gap with physical gold would result in a big upside. 10 stocks we like better than Bitcoin › The price of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) remains as volatile as ever. After surpassing $126,000 in 2025, the price of Bitcoin is down to about $70,000 -- the same price as in 2024. Need evidence that the price of Bitcoin -- still the most valuable cryptocurrency in the world -- will soon surge past the $100,000 mark again? Just take a look at the valuation gap between Bitcoin and physical gold. Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » Gold is rising, Bitcoin is falling Bitcoin's price is down big since setting all-time highs last year. Gold, meanwhile, continues to set new records. Right now, gold is trading for more than $5,000 per ounce -- very close to its highest price ever. Enthusiasts have long argued that Bitcoin is a form of digital gold. There is a lot backing up this argument. While new gold or Bitcoin can be mined, the long-term supply of both is theoretically capped. Both are sought after mostly for their perceived value, although there are some industrial applications for gold and transactional benefits to Bitcoin. Last, unlike fiat currencies, no nation or local government can sustainably manipulate the price or supply of either asset. When the price of Bitcoin was surging, the valuation gap between gold and Bitcoin was closing rapidly. But now, that valuation gap has widened considerably. The market cap for Bitcoin right now, for example, is down to $1.4 trillion. Gold, meanwhile, now has a total market cap of $35.4 trillion. Of course, this valuation gap doesn't necessarily mean that Bitcoin's price will immediately rise. But the longer this gap persists, the more pressure there will be. ...
"Not Our War": 'Allies' Shun Trump Coalition; Iran Security Chief Allegedly Killed As Oil Infrastructure Attacks Escalate Summary: Israel claims major decapitation strike: Says Ali Larijani and Basij chief Gholamreza Soleimani were killed, but Iran disputes. Iran rejects ceasefire, vows escalation: Leadership says it’s not "the right time for peace" until the US and Israel are "brought to their kn...
"Not Our War": 'Allies' Shun Trump Coalition; Iran Security Chief Allegedly Killed As Oil Infrastructure Attacks Escalate Summary: Israel claims major decapitation strike: Says Ali Larijani and Basij chief Gholamreza Soleimani were killed, but Iran disputes. Iran rejects ceasefire, vows escalation: Leadership says it’s not "the right time for peace" until the US and Israel are "brought to their knees," while denying any negotiations. New oil targeting phase as Tehran pledges to be gatekeeper of Hormuz: Ships pass only "in coordination" with Tehran - talk of separate deal-making with BRICS capitals. Iraq is in contact with Iran to persuade Tehran to allow some Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz Allies hesitate as Trump issues contradictory rhetoric: Key NATO states are refusing to join US efforts to secure Hormuz, amid lack of confidence in Trump's often shifting articulation of operation. * * * Israel Claims Big Decapitation Strike: Larijani & Basij Chief Israel is making another big 'decapitation strike' claim, saying it has taken out Iran's top security believed to be effectively running the country and the war, Ali Larijani . Israel further announced early Tuesday the longtime head of the Basij militia, Gholamreza Soleimani, was also killed. If true it would mark one of the most significant blows to Tehran's leadership since the war began. But in classic fog-of-war fashion, Tehran is pushing back against Israeli statements. Tehran has presented a handwritten message attributed to him, though not exactly what passes for proof of life. On annual 'Quds Day' protest last week, Larijani openly challenged the US-Israeli attacks by showing up in the streets of Tehran. The note was released ahead of funeral ceremonies for Iranian sailors killed in a recent US strike, and urges citizens to show support for the national 'martyrs' - but in the end does little to clarify whether Larijani is alive or dead . Just days ago he was seen marching defiantly in t...
zSpace ( ZSPC ) issued an additional $4.3M senior secured convertible note to an institutional investor. The note was issued on March 16, 2026 under its previously announced financing agreement from April 10, 2025. The original financing included a $13.98M senior secured convertible note issued in April 2025. The newly issued note is convertible into shares of the company’s common stock. Proceeds ...
zSpace ( ZSPC ) issued an additional $4.3M senior secured convertible note to an institutional investor. The note was issued on March 16, 2026 under its previously announced financing agreement from April 10, 2025. The original financing included a $13.98M senior secured convertible note issued in April 2025. The newly issued note is convertible into shares of the company’s common stock. Proceeds will be used to repay debt, strengthen working capital, and support general corporate purposes. ZSPC shares down 7.7% premarket. More on zSpace Seeking Alpha’s Quant Rating on zSpace Historical earnings data for zSpace Financial information for zSpace
NEW YORK, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP announces that a shareholder has filed a securities class action lawsuit on behalf of investors (the “Class”) who purchased or acquired the common stock of Oracle Corporation (“Oracle” or the “Company”) (NYSE: ORCL) between June 12, 2025 and December 16, 2025, inclusive. Should You Join The Oracle Class Action Lawsuit: Do you, or ...
NEW YORK, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bernstein Liebhard LLP announces that a shareholder has filed a securities class action lawsuit on behalf of investors (the “Class”) who purchased or acquired the common stock of Oracle Corporation (“Oracle” or the “Company”) (NYSE: ORCL) between June 12, 2025 and December 16, 2025, inclusive. Should You Join The Oracle Class Action Lawsuit: Do you, or did you, own shares of Oracle Corporation (ORCL)? Did you purchase your shares between June 12, 2025 and December 16, 2025, inclusive? Did you lose money in your investment in Oracle Corporation? What To Do Next: If you purchased or acquired Oracle common stock, and/or would like to discuss your legal rights and options please visit Oracle Corporation Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact Investor Relations Manager Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or pallocco@bernlieb.com. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff for the Class, you must file papers by April 6, 2026 . A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on other class members’ behalf in directing the litigation. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn’t require that you serve as lead plaintiff. If you choose to take no action, you may remain an absent class member. All representation is on a contingency fee basis. Shareholders pay no fees or expenses. About The Lawsuit: According to the lawsuit, Defendants made misrepresentations about the Company’s contracts to develop data center capabilities for AI infrastructure and the ability of significant capital expenditures to quickly result in accelerated revenue growth. About Bernstein Liebhard: Since 1993, Bernstein Liebhard LLP has recovered over $3.5 billion for its clients. In addition to representing individual investors, the Firm has been retained by some of the largest public and private pension funds in the country to monitor their assets and pursue litigation on their behalf. As a result of its success litigating hundreds of class actions, the Firm h...
(RTTNews) - Philip Morris International's U.S. businesses announced an investment of approximately $50 million in a new Business Solutions Center in Tampa, Florida. It will create approximately 180 direct and indirect high-skilled jobs. The new Business Solutions Center will be located at Highwoods Bay Center in the Westshore Business District at 5426 Bay Center Drive. The announced investment inc...
(RTTNews) - Philip Morris International's U.S. businesses announced an investment of approximately $50 million in a new Business Solutions Center in Tampa, Florida. It will create approximately 180 direct and indirect high-skilled jobs. The new Business Solutions Center will be located at Highwoods Bay Center in the Westshore Business District at 5426 Bay Center Drive. The announced investment includes capital expenditures for the build-out of the new workspace and PMI U.S.'s 10-year lease commitment for the site. The company said the new Business Solutions Center will provide career opportunities across a wide range of skill levels, including finance, data engineering and analytics, information technology, project management, sales enablement, talent acquisition, people operations, and more. In pre-market trading on NYSE, Philip Morris shares are down 0.02 percent to $174.76. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Key Points So-called Trump Accounts are IRAs designed for kids. Opening an account and claiming the benefit couldn't be easier. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › There's a new government benefit for children born in 2025 or later. I'm talking about the Trump Accounts that were established in last year's One Big Beautiful Bill Act. These are tax-advantaged saving...
Key Points So-called Trump Accounts are IRAs designed for kids. Opening an account and claiming the benefit couldn't be easier. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › There's a new government benefit for children born in 2025 or later. I'm talking about the Trump Accounts that were established in last year's One Big Beautiful Bill Act. These are tax-advantaged savings accounts for children under 18, though only children who are U.S. citizens are eligible. If your child was born in 2025 or later, they're also eligible for a $1,000 government-seeded contribution to the account. Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » Is this benefit legitimate and worth claiming? Absolutely! Despite the name, the initial investment into your child's account comes not from the president, but from the American people. It's basically a tax-advantaged individual retirement account (IRA) designed specifically for children. If you pay federal income taxes, you, too, are funding these accounts, so you should help your child claim their share. Opening an account and claiming the seed investment couldn't be easier How do new parents go about claiming the money? It's easy. You just need to gather a bit of information: Your child's date of birth Your contact information Social Security numbers for you and your child Then pull up Form 4547 and fill in the form with that information. It's very simple and straightforward, so those who hate paperwork (like I do) don't need to be anxious about it. In addition, you can add multiple children on the same web page. It's all done online, so there's no printing out forms or faxing. After that, you'll be contacted by a trustee with whom your Trump Account will be established. They will provide further instructions about how to complete the account se...
Maximusnd Asset managers are slashing exposure to equities but are only "back to square one," according to Société Générale. "Net long positions on the S&P ( SP500 ) ( SPY ) ( IVV ) ( VOO ) and Nasdaq (COMP.IND) ( QQQ ) have been cut sharply, close to one-year averages (z-score close to zero)," the global asset management team said. "After the initial shock, further reductions in investor position...
Maximusnd Asset managers are slashing exposure to equities but are only "back to square one," according to Société Générale. "Net long positions on the S&P ( SP500 ) ( SPY ) ( IVV ) ( VOO ) and Nasdaq (COMP.IND) ( QQQ ) have been cut sharply, close to one-year averages (z-score close to zero)," the global asset management team said. "After the initial shock, further reductions in investor positioning may not weigh as much on underlying index performance." Positions on the Russell 2000 ( IWM ) and MSCI Emerging Markets ( EEM ) remained positive, they noted, while momentum in equity positions in Japan ( NKY:IND ) and Europe ( EFA ) remained positive as well. Societe Generale More on the markets 'Spot Down, Vol Down' As Investors Monetized Hedges The War Timeline: Scenarios To Structure Your Portfolio U.S.-Iran War: Hidden Risks For Semiconductors After a challenging March, will St. Patrick’s Day deliver a lift for stocks? Bessent says government not intervening in oil futures market
Jonathan Kitchen The artificial intelligence boom is creating a bubble that will eventually face a significant correction, Benchmark general partner Bill Gurley said. In an interview with CNBC’s “Money Movers,” Gurley warned that while the AI wave is legitimate, the rapid wealth creation has drawn in too many speculative investors seeking quick returns. “When people get rich quick, a whole bunch o...
Jonathan Kitchen The artificial intelligence boom is creating a bubble that will eventually face a significant correction, Benchmark general partner Bill Gurley said. In an interview with CNBC’s “Money Movers,” Gurley warned that while the AI wave is legitimate, the rapid wealth creation has drawn in too many speculative investors seeking quick returns. “When people get rich quick, a whole bunch of people come in and want to get rich too, and that’s why we end up with bubbles,” Gurley explained. He referenced the work of economic scholar Carlota Perez, noting that “bubbles only exist when the actual wave is real.” The veteran investor suggested that when the inevitable reset occurs, savvy investors should identify target prices for beaten-down software-as-a-service stocks “and start gobbling them up.” The software sector has already experienced significant pain as AI threatens to disrupt traditional business models. Salesforce and ServiceNow have each lost about 25% so far in 2026, while the iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF has declined approximately 20% this year. Gurley also expressed concern about the enormous cash burn rates at major AI companies. Tech giants Amazon ( AMZN ), Meta ( META ), Google ( GOOGL ) ( GOOG ), and Microsoft ( MSFT ) are projected to spend around $700B on AI infrastructure this year. Regarding AI startups like Anthropic and OpenAI that are burning through massive amounts of capital, Gurley remarked, “God bless them. It’s a scary way to run a company.” The investor drew comparisons to his experience with Uber ( UBER ), where Benchmark was an early backer. Gurley played a key role in the departure of then-CEO Travis Kalanick in 2017. He recalled that Uber’s annual burn rate of $2B during his involvement caused “high anxiety,” a figure that pales in comparison to what today’s leading AI model companies are spending. Here are some tech-related ETFs: ( NYSEARCA: VGT ), ( NYSEARCA: IYW ), ( NYSEARCA: FTEC ), ( NYSEARCA: IXN ), and ( NYS...
ASphotowed/iStock Editorial via Getty Images So far in 2026, the market has not been very kind to shareholders of Tilray Brands, Inc. ( TLRY ). The Canadian cannabis and beverage firm has seen shares drop by more than 23.5%, as investors continue to wonder about the company's long-term potential. Recently, management announced a major acquisition , one that will significantly increase Tilray's rev...
ASphotowed/iStock Editorial via Getty Images So far in 2026, the market has not been very kind to shareholders of Tilray Brands, Inc. ( TLRY ). The Canadian cannabis and beverage firm has seen shares drop by more than 23.5%, as investors continue to wonder about the company's long-term potential. Recently, management announced a major acquisition , one that will significantly increase Tilray's revenue base. However, it remains to be seen if the latest beverage deal will reward shareholders. Previous coverage of the name I last covered Tilray back in December, a little while after the company executed its reverse stock split to maintain listing requirements. While I noted the company was making some progress on its losses and cash burn, current shareholders were also continuing to face sizable dilution over time. Since that article, shares have lost roughly 10.5%, while the S&P 500 is down just 1.9%. Tilray's Q2 earnings report Back in January, Tilray announced its fiscal second quarter results for the November 2025 ending period. Net revenues grew more than 3% over the prior year period, beating street estimates by more than $6 million. This was the largest beat in 2.5 years and was the second beat in a row following a previous streak of four misses that was part of a six-miss in a seven-quarter period. Segment revenue results were as follows: Cannabis net revenue increased 3% to $67.5 million. Beverage net revenue was $50.1 million in the second quarter compared to $63.1 million. Wellness net revenue was $14.6 million in the second quarter and was flat. Distribution net revenue, which includes Tilray Pharma, grew to its highest revenue quarter ever, to $85.3 million in the second quarter compared to $67.6 million. Gross margins dipped by three percentage points to 26%. This was mainly due to a large drop in beverage margins, along with the lower margin distribution business becoming a larger portion of the company's total revenue amount. Tilray did cut its operatin...
The Matildas are through to their first Women’s Asian Cup final since 2018 after a gutsy 2-1 defeat over reigning champions China in Perth on Tuesday night. An early goal to Caitlin Foord was cancelled out by a China penalty midway through the first half after Zhang Linyan was tripped in the box by Mackenzie Arnold, but a solo effort from Sam Kerr in the second lifted Australia into their fourth m...
The Matildas are through to their first Women’s Asian Cup final since 2018 after a gutsy 2-1 defeat over reigning champions China in Perth on Tuesday night. An early goal to Caitlin Foord was cancelled out by a China penalty midway through the first half after Zhang Linyan was tripped in the box by Mackenzie Arnold, but a solo effort from Sam Kerr in the second lifted Australia into their fourth major tournament final, and their first on home soil since 2006. Foord’s goal was the highlight of an improved first half by Australia, with the team strengthened by the return of Steph Catley from concussion in place of Winonah Heatley at centre-back, as well as a first start for Kyra Cooney-Cross who stepped into midfield ahead of Emily van Egmond. View image in fullscreen The Matildas celebrate as China come to terms with losing the semi-final. Photograph: Paul Kane/Getty Images The two Arsenal additions provided the structure and steadiness that had been missing from the Matildas’ messy 2-1 win over North Korea last week, with Cooney-Cross’s ground coverage allowing an inspired Katrina Gorry to push further forward, regularly break through China’s lines, and win free kicks around the penalty area. The team’s enhanced connecting play meant Australia had far more possession and control of the game than in their tense quarter-final, with Ellie Carpenter and Mary Fowler combining to create the Matildas’ most dangerous chances down the right flank. That was the familiar pattern that led to their opening goal, with a half field one-two between Fowler and Carpenter seeing the former cut the ball back towards the penalty spot for a ghosting Foord to curl home in the 17th minute. Missing their midfield maestro Wang Shuang due to yellow card accumulation, China often resorted to hopeful long balls over the top of the field aimed at their towering centre-forward Shao Ziqin, who nodded and flicked on for her fellow forwards to sprint in behind Australia’s back-line. Their best oppor...