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As Sharing Health-Care Costs Takes Off, States Warn: It Isn’t Insurance (#GotBitcoin?)
Religious organizations that provide an alternative to health insurance are growing rapidly but remain largely unregulated. As Sharing Health-Care Costs Takes Off, States Warn: It Isn’t Insurance (#GotBitcoin?) Religious organizations where members help pay each other’s medical bills have grown from niche insurance alternatives to operations bringing in hundreds of…
Ultimate XRP Resource (#GotBitcoin)
A new amended complaint against Ripple draws on the SEC’s framework for digital assets to outline how XRP might be a security – likely the first federal case to do so. Ultimate XRP Resource (#GotBitcoin) The Takeaway: The filing also cites California advertising law, in addition to federal securities law,…
Fannie And Freddie Lower Standards For Mortgages Leading To Major Foreclosures (#GotBitcoin?)
Housing-finance regulator aims to shake-up credit scores for mortgages. Fannie And Freddie Lower Standards For Mortgages Leading To Major Foreclosures (#GotBitcoin?) One firm’s dominance over the credit scores used to vet many U.S. mortgages is getting a shake-up. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac , two mortgage-finance firms that back nearly…
U.S. Mortgage Debt Hits Record, Eclipsing 2008 Peak
One factor could be homeowners tapping into home equity for cash when they refinance. U.S. Mortgage Debt Hits Record, Eclipsing 2008 Peak (#GotBitcoin?) U.S. mortgage debt reached a record in the second quarter, exceeding its 2008 peak as the financial crisis unfolded. Mortgage balances rose by $162 billion in the…
U.S. Stocks & Treasuries Flash Recession/Depression #GotBitcoin?
The yield on the U.S. 30-year Treasury note touches a record low! U.S. Stocks AND Treasuries Flash Recession/Depression Warning Signal (#GotBitcoin?) I’ve seen these cycles before and this one is going to leave a scar. People, make (if you haven’t by now) preparations for a long, drawn-out down-turn. U.S.…
15 Countries To Develop Crypto Transaction Tracking System: Report (#GotBitcoin?)
About 15 global jurisdictions, including the G7 countries, will reportedly develop a system for tracking crypto transactions to prevent illicit uses of cryptocurrencies. The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is planning to prepare detailed measures by 2020, according to a report by Tokyo-based newspaper Nikkei on Aug. 9. The new…
Apple Will Pay $1 Million To Anyone Who Can Find This iPhone Bug
If you can pull off a very specific iPhone hack, Apple has a million dollars for you. Apple Will Pay $1 Million To Anyone Who Can Find This iPhone Bug Apple announced big changes to its bug-bounty program it launched in 2016. The biggest is a new $1 million reward…
A Small Bank Gave Bitcoin to Its Entire Staff. Now It’s Taking Crypto Clients (#GotBitcoin?)
A small bank in New York City has started doing business with cryptocurrency firms, joining the very short list of U.S. financial institutions to embrace the sector. A Small Bank Gave Bitcoin to Its Entire Staff. Now It’s Taking Crypto Clients (#GotBitcoin?) Quontic Bank opened a checking account for a…
Giant Batteries Supercharge Wind And Solar Plans (#GotBitcoin)
Utilities are investing in large units that make it more affordable to store renewable energy and deploy it when needed. Giant Batteries Supercharge Wind And Solar Plans (#GotBitcoin) A global wave of investment in high-capacity batteries is poised to transform the market for renewable energy in coming years, making it…
Poll: Could The Private Sector Replace Police Departments?
It’s Time For A Little Competition When It Comes To Policing! Security Expert Says, “Confidence In Local Police Depts. Reaches A 20yr. Low” Ronald Reagan famously stated, “The nine most terrifying words in the English language are: I’m from the government and I’m here to help.” But should we apply such…
Goldman Sachs Gets Bullish On Bitcoin (#GotBitcoin)
In a note to customers, Goldman Sachs gave a bullish forecast for Bitcoin price. Shared on Twitter, Aug. 11, the note suggests a short-term target of $13,971. Goldman Sachs Gets Bullish On Bitcoin (#GotBitcoin) Bullish Analysis Based On Elliott Waves The target given is based on Elliott Wave Theory, which…
Major Corruption And Scandal At The NRA (#GotBitcoin?)
Wayne LaPierre’s dealings with firm being probed by New York attorney general. Major Corruption And Scandal At The NRA (#GotBitcoin?) National Rifle Association Chief Executive Wayne LaPierre was in discussions to have the group’s then-outside advertising agency help him buy a Dallas mansion last year for more than $5 million,…