Category Archives: Syndicated

Hedge Funds Log Modest Gains in September, Led by Macro & Quant Strategies

(HedgeCo.Net) Hedge funds delivered a broadly positive showing in September 2025, with the industry posting an average return of 1.3?% for the month. Reuters+2MarketScreener+2 That said, returns varied sharply across strategies, regions, and individual firms, underscoring ongoing dispersion in performance […]

Crypto vs. Bitcoin in 2025: Diverging Paths in a Maturing Market

(HedgeCo.Net) As we enter the final quarter of 2025, the debate over “Crypto vs. Bitcoin” has taken on new urgency amid the rapid evolution of the digital asset space. While Bitcoin continues to dominate headlines and hold its place as […]

AI that can match humans at any task will be here in five to 10 years, Google DeepMind CEO says

(CNBC) Artificial intelligence that can match humans at any task is still some way off — but it’s only a matter of time before it becomes a reality, according to the CEO of Google DeepMind. Speaking at a briefing in DeepMind’s London […]

What’s Next for Tech Companies in 2025

(HedgeCo.Net) As we move into 2025, the technology sector is set for another transformative year. With rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, the growing prominence of quantum computing, and the continuous evolution of digital privacy and security, tech companies must navigate […]

Trump’s World Liberty Financial crypto project says it sold $550 million in tokens

(CNBC) President Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial crypto project said on Monday that it raised $250 million in its second token sale, bringing the total amount of coins sold to $550 million. WLFI, a venture backed by the first family that describes itself […]

Software startup Rippling sues competitor Deel, claiming a spy carried out ‘corporate espionage

(CNBC) Human resources software startup Rippling sued competitor Deel in federal district court on Monday, claiming that “Deel cultivated a spy” to orchestrate a trade-secret theft. The employee met with Deel executives and passed internal Rippling records to a reporter, […]

S&P 500 futures rise after Tuesday’s post-inaugural rally:

(CNBC) S&P 500 futures rose Tuesday night after the first trading session post Inauguration Day ended with strong gains. S&P 500 futures rose 0.2%, while Nasdaq 100 futures gained 0.5%. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures were near the flatline. To read this article:

Netflix shares soar as company reports surging revenue, tops 300 million subscribers

(CNBC) The company surpassed 300 million paid memberships during the quarter, adding a record 19 million subscribers. Netflix said the growth was driven by its content slate, improved product and typical fourth-quarter seasonality. The company also shared that including “extra […]

China stocks fall after Trump suggests tariffs on Beijing could come into effect by next month

(CNBC) Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed Wednesday, with China stocks declining after President Donald Trump’s comments on imposing a 10% tariff on China. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 rose 0.26%. Japan’s Nikkei 225 added 1.36%, and the Topix rose 0.87%. South Korea’s Kospi added 3.67% while the Kosdaq traded […]

Trump says he’s considering a 10% tariff on China beginning as soon as Feb. 1

(CNBC) President Donald Trump said that his team was discussing a 10% tariff on China and that the duty could take effect as early as Feb. 1. “We’re talking about a tariff of 10% on China based on the fact that they’re […]

Trump announces AI infrastructure investment backed by Oracle, OpenAI and Softbank

(CNBC) President Donald Trump announced a joint venture Tuesday with OpenAI, Oracle and Softbank to invest billions of dollars in artificial intelligence infrastructure in the United States. The project, dubbed Stargate, was unveiled at the White House by Trump, Softbank CEO Masayoshi Son, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison. […]

Trump’s SEC launching ‘crypto task force’ to develop clear regulations for industry

(CNBC) The Trump administration took its first steps Tuesday toward an expected lowering of regulatory barriers for cryptocurrency. In a long-awaited move from the digital assets industry, the Securities and Exchange Commission announced that acting Chair Mark Uyeda has launched a “crypto […]