Derivatives traders aggressively bet on XRP’s XRP/USD price increase amid the announcement of the coin’s futures contracts on CME Group Inc. CME on Thursday. What happened: More than 70.73% of traders on Binance with an open XRP position were positioned long, up from 67.57% a week ago, according to Coinglass. It indicated that the number of individuals holding long positions in XRP was 2.42 times higher than those holding short positions. Bullish expectations were also high among the top 20% of traders with the highest margin balance, with approximately 69.43% betting on XRP’s rally. See Also: SEC Zooms In On…

Etsy has rolled out a series of new tools and features aimed at enhancing the seller experience as part of its Spring 2025 platform update. The changes, now live across Etsy.com and the Etsy Seller app, focus on improved listing capabilities, streamlined shop management, and upgraded support and advertising tools for sellers. Enhanced Listing Creation Tools Sellers using the Etsy Seller app can now take advantage of new photo tools designed to improve the speed and ease of listing creation. These tools include background photo processing for uninterrupted work, advanced photo editing capabilities, and the ability to create and save…

by Sharelle Burt April 23, 2025 The same lawyers were part of a DOJ group that refused to sign off on Adams’ bribery case dismissal in February Three federal prosecutors who worked on New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ corruption investigation chose to resign, while on administrative leave, rather than agreeing to any wrongdoing from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) as a precondition for their return, ABC News reports.  In a stern letter to Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, the prosecution trio, comprising of Celia V. Cohen, Andrew Rohrbach, and Derek Wikstrom, accused him of pressuring them to falsely express regret and admit…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Most leaders believe they’re giving helpful feedback. But too often, what they think is constructive comes across as demoralizing, ineffective or outright damaging. The difference? The best leaders don’t just give feedback — they coach, communicate with care, and create an environment where employees feel seen, heard and valued. Gallup and Workhuman research shows that employees who receive valuable feedback are five times more engaged and 57% less likely to experience burnout. Yet too many leaders fall into the trap of delivering feedback in a way that crushes morale instead of driving…

One Monday morning, our board of directors was set to meet for a crucial strategy session. As the meeting time approached, the agenda hadn’t been finalized, some critical documents were still missing, and the meeting room was a last-minute scramble. Without a proper board management system, it was nearly impossible to organize everything efficiently.

Nowadays, it’s rare for an organization to not provide a way for people within it to access their desktops virtually. 

On Wednesday, Cathie Wood-led Ark Invest increased its exposure to NVIDIA Corp NVDA and Advanced Micro Devices Inc AMD. These trades come amid ongoing challenges in the semiconductor industry, particularly with U.S. sanctions affecting chip sales to China. The Nvidia Trade saw Ark Invest’s ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF ARKQ acquiring 4,731 shares of NVIDIA. The stock closed at $102.71, marking a 3.86% increase from the previous day. The total value of this trade amounted to approximately $485,921.This purchase reflects Ark’s confidence in NVIDIA’s potential, even as Chinese tech giants like Alibaba and Tencent stockpile NVIDIA’s AI chips due to U.S. sanctions. These chips, specifically the H20 models,…

Key Takeaways Growing Market Demand: The pet sitting industry is experiencing increased demand, driven by rising pet ownership and busy lifestyles, presenting a lucrative opportunity for aspiring pet sitters. Diverse Service Offerings: A successful pet sitting business should consider various services, including in-home pet sitting, dog walking, pet boarding, and training, allowing for tailored growth strategies. Thorough Market Research: Conducting extensive market research is essential to understand your competition and target audience, ensuring your services meet local demand effectively. Solid Business Plan: A well-structured business plan outlining services, pricing, and financial projections is crucial for sustainable growth and attracting potential…

by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman April 23, 2025 The mother died nearly 11 days after finding her son dead in his room. A Black mother in south Georgia reportedly died from a “broken heart” days after finding her son beaten to death in his bedroom. According to Fox 12, Tasha Lawson found her son, Tee’Andrick, dead in his room on April 2. The family believes the 20-year-old was assaulted by two men who broke into the Hazelhurst, Georgia, residence while his mother was out of town. Upon finding her son, Lawson died just 11 days later, on April 13, from apparent heart…

Kevin O’Leary is ready for a TikTok to deal to get done. On Instagram, the long-time “Shark Tank” investor posted a recent television interview (conducted in his signature pajama pants) and told his followers that the TikTok “clock is ticking.” “We’re on our second 75-day extension,” O’Leary told Fox Business. “I speculate that there will not be a third.” Related: President Donald Trump Extends TikTok Ban Deadline Again — Here’s What to Know The deadline for a TikTok deal was April 5, but it was extended for 75 days a second time earlier this month. President Trump wrote on Truth…