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How a Compromised Laptop Enabled the Binance Crypto Heist
A suspected laptop compromise and an Ethereum authorization trick combined in the Binance security incident, moving billions across hot wallets within minutes despite rapid freezes.
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Alphabet's Search Slowdown Raises AI Concerns, but Cloud Growth Complicates the Bear Case
Alphabet's stock fell sharply after Search growth decelerated and free cash flow turned negative, reigniting AI cannibalization fears. Here's what the numbers actually show, plus how Microsoft, Mastercard and DoorDash's Instacart deal fit in.
Very Rare Market Shift
Why are investors leaning toward safety while the index stays near its high? Two charts reveal a split that could shape your next trade.
These Two Charts Tell Very Different Stories
Companies are raising their forecasts. Yet one corner of the credit market is sending a very different message. Ross examines the conflict.
What the Fed's Rate Hold Signals About Oil, Inflation and the Labor Market
The Fed held rates steady in October 2026, but shifting statement language, oil-driven geopolitical risk, and mixed credit signals suggest the pause is conditional, not a settled pivot.
They Beat Everything. Their Stocks Still Fell.
Some companies beat profit forecasts, beat sales forecasts, and raise their outlook – only to watch their stocks fall. Ross explains what most traders miss.
Inflation Rebound Raises Hawkish Risks Ahead of Fed Decision
Renewed inflation readings and elevated long-term expectations could push the Fed's tone hawkish even with rates on hold. Here's what forecasters, markets and chip earnings suggest about the path ahead.
Credit-Market Stress Is Rising, but AI Financing Could Be Near a Peak
Credit spreads and CDS prices are flashing warning signs tied to AI infrastructure financing, but strong demand for new issuance suggests markets may have already priced in much of the risk.
AI Spending Keeps Rising as Investors Demand Cash Flow, Not Just Earnings Beats
AI spending keeps climbing even as investors grow more cautious about financing, cash flow and valuations across Anthropic, OpenAI, Bloom Energy, Meta and more.
Anthropic's Explosive Growth Tests Whether AI Valuations Can Be Justified
Anthropic's S-1 filing shows explosive revenue growth and a first profitable quarter, but its valuation still hinges on aggressive assumptions. Here's what the numbers, risks and AI infrastructure trends reveal.
Massive Market Shorts in Place
Hey, Ross here: One group of traders have been massively shorting the market. Should you be worried? Take a look below. Chart of the Day These charts show how hedge funds have been positioned on a lon
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