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Nasdaq invests $100 million in Kraken parent for equity token framework — 2dNasdaq’s venture arm is investing $100 million in Payward, Kraken’s parent, valuing Payward at about $21 billion and expanding a partnership to advance tokenized market infrastructure and Nasdaq Equity Tokens (NETs). The collaboration aims to launch NETs in 2027 and includes a new market surveillance agreement to bolster governance and market integrity.

Jared Kim Adding surveillance rules from the start should help avoid the governance problems seen in earlier crypto projects.

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Apple Unveils iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max but Skips Standard Model — 3dPre-launch reporting indicates the iPhone 18 Pro lineup will carry a modest US price hike of about $100 to around $1,199, with Indian pricing potentially rising to ₹1,44,900 or higher in some scenarios. Leaks also highlight the new A20 Pro chip, a smaller Dynamic Island, and a forthcoming foldable model codenamed iPhone Duo that could command top-tier pricing in select markets.

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South Park Announces 'South America' Stunt Mocking Trump — 3dSouth Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone formally rename the series to SOUTH AMERICA in a marketing stunt mocking President Trump, citing support from Apple and Google and teasing Paramount. The move comes amid a running joke about Trump’s push to rename places and follows the show’s Emmy win for an episode skewering him, with Apple and Google maps reportedly reflecting the new nomenclature.

Kelly Ana Morey's new Māori novel debuts atop Unity Books chart — Sep 3, 2026Across markets from New Zealand to the United States, weekly bestseller lists feature a mix of fiction, non-fiction, and regional titles, with notable entries such as Jill Lepore’s The Rise and Fall of the Artificial State and Patrick Radden Keefe’s London Falling highlighted alongside Asher Emanuel’s The Valley in New Zealand. The coverage also shows strong demand for ebooks from libraries and a thriving children’s picture-book market, reflecting broad access and diverse reader interests across formats and audiences.

Marcus Bell Great to see a Māori novel topping the Unity chart, hope it gets a wide readership beyond NZ too.

Three Seasons Wealth boosts gold ETF stake, cuts small-cap holdings by a third — 6dThree Seasons Wealth LLC expanded its ETF holdings across several funds in the second quarter, boosting positions in GLD and Vertiv while opening new stakes in IJT and Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF and increasing exposure to iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Growth ETF, alongside trimming its iShares Russell 2000 ETF holding. The moves reflect a broadly diversified strategy across commodities, growth equities, and broad-market fixed income, with notable increases in gold and bond allocations.

Chris Dalton Diversifying into total bond market makes sense if rate cuts are finally on the horizon, locking in yields now.

Hong Kong home prices fall in July 2026Finance — Aug 27, 2026Hong Kong’s private home prices slipped 0.46% in July, ending a 13‑month rally, while the rental market continued to surge to new highs, underscoring a divided market. Analysts expect a short‑term consolidation with muted new-home sales amid stronger demand from mainland professionals and broader market headwinds.

Huawei and Xiaomi unveil foldable phones ahead of Apple's expected debut — 5dHuawei and Xiaomi unveiled their premium foldables—Mate XT 2 and 18 Fold—before Apple’s anticipated foldable iPhone, signaling intensified competition in the high-end segment. Both devices leverage domestically developed silicon and new logic-folding technologies to boost performance amid US restrictions, foreshadowing a tighter race as Apple enters a market already shaped by rivals.

Nicole Hardy Apple always shows up late to these things then somehow makes it feel new. Curious if that trick still works with foldables.

NeOnc to Raise $15 Million After Reporting Glioma Trial DataFinance — 3dNeOnc Technologies announced a $15 million registered direct offering at-the-market to raise capital from new and existing healthcare investors, issuing 3.57 million shares (or pre-funded equivalents) plus warrants to buy another 3.57 million shares, with closing targeted around September 10, 2026. The financing follows positive Phase 2a NEO100 data and ongoing insider purchases, but the company still carries a small cash balance and substantial reliance on additional equity funding, raising questions about its going-concern status.

Elena Vasquez Positive trial results are great but issuing millions of new shares plus warrants will dilute existing holders fast.

Industry warns 50% Canada tariffs could raise youth hockey equipment costs further — 5dA new 50% tariff on Canadian hockey goods is driving up prices for sticks, skates, and protective gear, threatening a sport already expensive for families like Kelly Rand’s in Minnesota as equipment costs surge well beyond 2022 levels. While industry leaders warn the tariffs could slow youth-hockey growth, some manufacturers remain committed to Canada, arguing the impact may be mitigated by production shifts and market dynamics.

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Canadian visits to U.S. drop 25% despite new tourism campaigns — 5dSince Trump returned to office with threats and tariff skirmishes, U.S.–Canada relations have deteriorated, contributing to a significant drop in Canadian travel to the United States and prompting a wave of regional and national tourism promotions to win back visitors. Yet many Canadians remain skeptical of the outreach amid a weak Canadian dollar and broader political tensions, with several observers calling the marketing push a wasted effort.

Chris Dalton Weak loonie plus feeling unwelcome equals an easy decision to vacation somewhere else this year.

HBO Reveals Harry Potter Series Trailer — Sep 3, 2026HBO’s new Harry Potter series trailer heavily features the Sorting Ceremony, Quidditch, and Hogwarts’ first year, showcasing a newly cast trio and expanded magical world while promising a faithful but updated long-form adaptation ahead of a December 25, 2026 premiere. The marketing also highlights fresh scenes, new cast members, and possible deviations from the books and films that are sure to spark discussion among fans.

Dana White eyes UFC's first Hawaii event as new arena rises — Sep 3, 2026Dana White reiterated that Hawaii is one of the UFC’s biggest markets and dreams of staging a UFC card there, noting a new arena under construction that should be ready around 2028 or 2029. The push fits a broader global expansion trajectory that has already seen UFC events debut in Serbia and Qatar, while Hawaii has long lacked a suitable venue despite producing champions like Max Holloway and BJ Penn.

Jared Kim is a long wait but if the arena is legit it'll be worth it. Fight week in Honolulu would be an absolute madhouse in the best way.

New Englanders eat more invasive green crabs — Aug 26, 2026Across New England, invasive European green crabs are harming shellfisheries and ecosystems, outcompeting native species and costing tens of millions annually, prompting a growing movement to turn them into a marketable product. Restaurants, producers, and scientists are pursuing creative uses—from premium crab meat and pet treats to sauces and even whiskey—to curb their impact by expanding demand and markets.

Casting calls this week span Tampa, Pittsburgh, Orlando and beyond — Sep 3, 2026A regional roundup shows ongoing casting for film, TV, reality and game-show projects in Tampa, Pittsburgh, Orlando, New Orleans, and Miami, with listings sourced from Casting Networks. The notices highlight a mix of union and non-union roles and a range of production types, signaling robust local opportunities for aspiring actors and crew across multiple markets.

Dana Whitfield Wish they'd list pay rates upfront, half these non-union calls end up being basically volunteer work.

Mortgage rates climb to 14-month high as Fed decision looms — Sep 3, 2026Mortgage rates climbed to about 6.71% for a 30-year fixed, the highest in more than a year, with the 15-year rate near 6.04%, as inflation, Fed policy expectations, and geopolitical factors like the U.S.-Iran conflict and higher oil prices push yields higher. The uptick is squeezing affordability and weighing on housing demand, though some buyers remain active as markets adapt to the new rate environment.

Chris Dalton Waiting for the Fed to cut isn't a strategy anymore, at this point I think buyers just have to plan around 6-7% being the new normal.

DSS Halts Proposed Offering, Evaluates Capital Alternatives — Sep 4, 2026DSS, Inc. has been actively pursuing capital-raising via common stock offerings, with initial plans to sell shares to fund general corporate needs prompting a market reaction and concerns about dilution. Subsequently, the company indicated it would not proceed under its shelf registration due to capacity constraints, while another release announced a new public offering launch, underscoring ongoing efforts to access capital amid mixed signals to investors.

Nicole Hardy The back-and-forth on this offering is exactly why retail investors get whiplash. Pick a lane, DSS.

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Hopwood Nicholas Hunter Invests $32.7M Across Five ETFs — Sep 5, 2026Hopwood Nicholas Hunter disclosed new positions in five ETFs in the second quarter, including Vanguard Intermediate-Term Bond ETF (BIV), SPDR Portfolio Aggregate Bond ETF (SPAB), Vanguard Short-Term Bond ETF (BSV), Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (VEA), and Global X Defense Tech ETF (SHLD), with substantial share purchases totaling millions of dollars. The filings also show other large institutional investors actively adjusting holdings in these funds during the same period.

Rachel Meyers $32.7M is nothing to sneeze at, curious what the actual allocation split looks like between the bond funds vs VEA and SHLD.

NYFW plans American heritage brand revival — Sep 1, 2026New York Fashion Week is emphasizing American heritage brands such as Ralph Lauren, Coach, and Tommy Hilfiger, with younger shoppers driving growth even as luxury markets face softness in Europe and the Middle East. The official schedule also highlights a broader designer lineup, including Indigenous NYFW showcases through INYFW listed on the CFDA calendar.

Geely and Leapmotor earn five-star Euro NCAP ratings under tougher 2026 rules — Sep 3, 2026Geely’s EX2/E2/Xingyuan family has repeatedly earned top five‑star ratings from Euro NCAP and ANCAP, including under updated, real‑world–focused testing protocols that raise safety expectations for new cars. The results underscore a broader shift as Chinese models increase their presence in European and ANCAP markets, with several Geely variants achieving high safety marks across different regions.

US job openings edge up to 7.27 million as hiring cools — Sep 1, 2026A new poll finds a sizable share of Americans are concerned about the rise of socialism and communism in U.S. politics, with 36% very concerned and 27% somewhat concerned. Meanwhile, July labor-market data show about 7.27–7.3 million job openings, with hiring easing and layoffs at low levels, leaving the Fed to weigh rate moves as inflation remains a headwind.

Priya Raman Job openings holding steady but nobody's getting hired fast anymore, that's the real story for people job hunting right now.

Mississippi Cities Among Nation's Most Expensive Home Markets — Aug 18, 2026Across Mississippi, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, and Ohio, recent analyses rank the priciest housing markets in each state using Zillow data as of July 2026, highlighting which metros lead in expensive homes. Across the nation, buyers face high prices and mortgage rates around 6.67%, shaping affordability and demand.

ACCC clears $40 billion Kimberly-Clark Kenvue deal after period-care brand sale — Sep 2, 2026Australia’s competition regulator cleared Kimberly-Clark’s proposed $40 billion takeover of Kenvue on the condition that Carefree and Stayfree brand divestitures occur in Australia to preserve competition in the period-care market, a move aligned with similar conditions from New Zealand. The ACCC said the divestiture would maintain an independent competitor and prevent a substantial reduction in competition as the deal proceeds under Australia’s enhanced merger regime.

Priya Raman Curious who ends up buying Carefree and Stayfree, hope it's someone who keeps prices competitive not just a shell deal.

UK regulator to phase out Tavneos after finding trial data unreliable — Sep 1, 2026Britain's MHRA suspended the use and sale of Tavneos (Avacopan Vifor) for new patients after deeming the pivotal trial data unreliable, with a six-month window for continuing treatment and a planned UK market revocation by March 1, 2027. Amgen and CSL Vifor dispute the decision, arguing that the broader evidence supports the drug's benefits, while regulators in the EU and US have also flagged concerns about data reliability and potential withdrawals.

Rachel Meyers If EU and US regulators are all flagging the same data problems, that's a pretty strong signal something's genuinely wrong with the trial, not just one agency being cautious.

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