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JUST IN: 🇺🇸 President-elect Trump team to consider creating first ever White House crypto role.

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Bitcoin is now worth more than the Top 3 Global Banks combined: 

• Bitcoin: $1.85 trillion
• JPMorgan Chase: $684 billion
• Bank of America: $356 billion
• IC Bank of China: $280 billion

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Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy to raise $2.6 billion, up from $1.75 billion, to purchase more Bitcoin.

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JUST IN: 🇧🇹 39% of Bhutan’s GDP is in Bitcoin, totaling $1.14 billion.

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The Price of Safety: How Much Does Big Tech Spend on CEO Security?

Ever wondered how much it costs to keep the world’s most influential CEOs safe? A recent analysis reveals that Big Tech giants allocate millions annually to protect their leaders. From Mark Zuckerberg’s $14 million security budget to other tech leaders investing heavily in safety, these figures reflect the growing importance of personal security in an increasingly connected (and exposed) world.

But why are these costs skyrocketing? Think corporate influence, public scrutiny, and heightened global risks. For these companies, ensuring their CEO’s safety is not just a necessity—it’s an investment in their brand and stability.

Dive deeper into the numbers and trends shaping this high-stakes spending at Visual Capitalist.

What do you think—essential precaution or excessive spending?

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JUST IN: VanEck officially endorses President-elect Trump's plan to create a strategic Bitcoin reserve.

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JUST IN: 🇺🇸 President-elect Donald Trump nominates pro-Bitcoin Howard Lutnick for Secretary of Commerce.

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JUST IN: Michael Saylor to help streaming platform Rumble purchase Bitcoin.

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#Microsoft and Atom Computing will launch a commercial quantum computer in 2025.

They plan to deliver quantum computers to commercial customers in 2025.

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Market Update: #Stocks Drop Amid Russia-Ukraine Tensions

Stocks fell as Russia-Ukraine tensions escalated. European equities dropped nearly 1%, and S&P 500 futures dipped 0.4%. Safe-haven assets like gold and the Japanese yen gained. Oil prices fell after Europe’s largest oil field restarted. Bitcoin climbed above $91,000, supported by Trump’s embrace of digital assets.

The market reacted to reports of Ukraine’s first strike on a Russian border region using Western-supplied missiles. President Putin approved an updated nuclear doctrine, expanding conditions for using atomic weapons.

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2025 Market Rally: Beyond #AI

Wall Street strategists are optimistic about the S&P 500's performance in 2025, predicting growth without heavily relying on AI. BMO Capital Markets targets 6,700, and Morgan Stanley targets 6,500 for the S&P 500. The rally is expected to expand beyond tech stocks, with more companies contributing to growth. As the Federal Reserve cuts rates, earnings growth should continue improving. While AI was a major driver in 2023, the market now has a broader base of outperforming stocks. Despite AI's reduced role, strategists believe the market will still perform well, driven by a more diverse range of sectors.

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The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking to push #Google into selling off its #Chrome service, Bloomberg reports.

In addition, the department is reportedly recommending that Google face antitrust requirements related to its Android mobile operating system, as well as AI, according to people familiar with the plans.

If successful, the legal battle could potentially lead to Google experiencing its first major corporate breakup since its inception in 1996.

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During 2024, #MicroStrategy accelerated its #Bitcoin purchases. The company is now the largest institutional holder of the digital asset, with 331,200 BTC.

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JUST IN: Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy to raise $1.75 billion to purchase more Bitcoin.

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JUST IN: Donald Trump’s social media company is in advanced talks to buy #Bakkt, a cryptocurrency trading venue owned by Intercontinental Exchange.

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