Former Fed Chair Ben Bernanke Joins Anthropic’s Long-Term Benefit Trust
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Former Fed Chair Ben Bernanke Joins Anthropic’s Long-Term Benefit Trust

Artificial intelligence firm Anthropic has expanded its independent governance body by appointing former Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke to its Long-Term Benefit Trust. This unique oversight structure is tasked with advising the company on its strategic direction and holds the authority to appoint members to the firm’s board of directors. Bernanke, who led the U.S. […]

Small-Cap Stocks Emerge as Potential Market Catalyst Amid Tech Stagnation
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Small-Cap Stocks Emerge as Potential Market Catalyst Amid Tech Stagnation

As the broader market experiences a summer lull and mega-cap technology stocks struggle to maintain their previous momentum, investors are increasingly turning their attention toward small-cap equities. While the Nasdaq-100 has shown signs of consolidation, the Russell 2000 index has demonstrated resilience, posting a 20% gain year-to-date and outperforming its tech-heavy counterparts. Recent options market […]

Betting on the Inside: Wall Street and Tech Giants Crack Down on Prediction Market Trading
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Betting on the Inside: Wall Street and Tech Giants Crack Down on Prediction Market Trading

The rapid rise of event-based prediction markets is forcing major corporations to re-evaluate their internal compliance frameworks. As platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi gain mainstream traction, legal experts warn that these betting arenas present a novel and highly accessible avenue for insider trading. Unlike traditional stock markets, prediction platforms allow users to wager on highly […]

Prediction Markets Split on Fed’s Next Move as Policymakers Debate Rate Hikes Amid Stubborn Inflation
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Prediction Markets Split on Fed’s Next Move as Policymakers Debate Rate Hikes Amid Stubborn Inflation

The Federal Reserve’s latest policy meeting minutes have revealed a deep division among central bank officials regarding the future trajectory of interest rates. With policymakers split on whether to maintain, lower, or raise borrowing costs by the end of the year, market participants are facing heightened uncertainty. This internal debate has triggered a wave of […]