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Messi scores as Inter Miami open new stadium with a draw in the MLS

Miami captain scored his team's first goal after David Beckham said the Nu Stadium was a 'dream come true' for Miami.

Anthropic launches PAC amid tensions with Trump administration over AI policy

AI firm Anthropic forms an employee-funded PAC while facing questions over political balance and a growing dispute with the Pentagon over AI use.

Crypto.com alternatives actually worth switching to in 2026 - what I compared after leaving

Used Crypto.com for about 18 months, then started seriously looking at alternatives. Here's what I found after actually testing a few. Why people leave: fee complexity, card benefits getting nerfed repeatedly, wanting cleaner pricing, or just wanting a backup. All valid reasons. Kraken - Most commonly recommended alternative and for good reason. Clean fee structure (0.26%/0.26% spot), long track record, EU-regulated, excellent SEPA support. UI is functional not beautiful. If you mainly spot trade or DCA, hard to fault. Coinbase / Advanced Trade - More beginner-friendly interface. Advanced Trade brings fees way down vs the main app. Strong compliance. Less product breadth if you want loans or leverage. Bitstamp - Old school, reliable, fees sit between Coinbase and Kraken. UI feels dated but reliability is real. Luxembourg-licensed. YouHodler - Swiss-regulated, good SEPA support, competitive rates on buying. Less name recognition, but worth a look if you want more than just spot trading. They cover buying, crypto-backed loans (up to 90% LTV on 30-day), and leverage trading (MultiHODL, up to 70x) in one place. Useful if you were using Crypto.com's broader product suite and want to replicate that on a regulated platform without juggling multiple accounts. More in r/ YouHodler_Official. Honest take: if you mainly bought and held on Crypto.com, Kraken is the most straightforward switch. If you used the card, loans, or earn features, you'll need either multiple platforms or one that covers more ground. What made you start looking for alternatives? Did you find somewhere you're happy with? submitted by /u/Bedroom1Doom [link] [comments]

The remittance payment infrastructure gap between pure crypto rails and traditional fiat that nobody talks about clearly

The biggest frustration building on stablecoin remittance rails right now is that providers tend to fall into two buckets. Either they're pure crypto and expect you to handle the fiat side yourself, meaning you need your own banking partner, your own MTL coverage, your own FBO account structure, or they're traditional fiat rails with no stablecoin settlement option, which means you're stuck with 2 to 3 day settlement windows and per transaction wire fees that kill unit economics on lower value transfers. Finding infrastructure that actually sits in the middle and handles both sides of a remittance corridor cleanly is way harder than fintech media makes it sound. The licensing layer alone (money transmitter coverage, FBO structures, banking partnerships willing to work with stablecoin flows) is where most of the real complexity lives and it doesn't show up in any technical docs or api comparison If you're evaluating stablecoin infrastructure for remittance specifically, what's your experience been with providers that actually handle the fiat collection and the stablecoin settlement in one integration? Or is everyone still stitching together separate pieces. submitted by /u/ResistAny7777 [link] [comments]

Thousands rally in Iraq against ‘senseless’ US-Israel war on Iran

Protesters chant against the US and Israel, urging the global community to confront their actions in the Middle East.

Opinion: If You Think the End of the Iran War Will Lead to a "Trump Bump" on Wall Street, You'll Be Sorely Disappointed

While an eventual end to conflict in the Middle East will stem near-term uncertainty, it ignores the bigger picture.

After Nike's Drop, Here Are the 3 Retail Growth Stocks I'd Buy Today

One industry leader's struggles are putting the spotlight on these growth engines.

Is Kohl’s closed on Easter?

If picking up a new outfit is a part of your Easter traditions, there’s no better place to shop than Kohl’s.  The department store has the whole family covered, with a large selection of brands that run the gamut from casual to dressy, ensuring you’ll find the perfect look for whatever your ...

Ceasefire hopes fade as US and Iran remain at an impasse

The ongoing stalemate between the US and Iran highlights the complexities of international diplomacy, affecting global market stability. The post Ceasefire hopes fade as US and Iran remain at an impasse appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ceasefire odds for US-Iran talks plummet, April 7 now just 1% YES

Diminished ceasefire odds highlight persistent diplomatic challenges, potentially prolonging regional instability and impacting global markets. The post Ceasefire odds for US-Iran talks plummet, April 7 now just 1% YES appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Prediction: This Will Be Nvidia's Stock Price by the End of the Year

I expect Nvidia stock to soar 56% to $276 per share by late 2026.

Daily General Discussion and Advice Thread - April 05, 2026

Have a general question? Want to offer some commentary on markets? Maybe you would just like to throw out a neat fact that doesn't warrant a self post? Feel free to post here! Please consider consulting our FAQ first - https://www.reddit.com/r/investing/wiki/faq And our side bar also has useful resources. If you are new to investing - please refer to Wiki - Getting Started The reading list in the wiki has a list of books ranging from light reading to advanced topics depending on your knowledge level. Link here - Reading List The media list in the wiki has a list of reputable podcasts and videos - Podcasts and Videos If your question is "I have $XXXXXXX, what do I do?" or other "advice for my personal situation" questions, you should include relevant information, such as the following: How old are you? What country do you live in? Are you employed/making income? How much? What are your objectives with this money? (Buy a house? Retirement savings?) What is your time horizon? Do you need this money next month? Next 20yrs? What is your risk tolerance? (Do you mind risking it at blackjack or do you need to know its 100% safe?) What are you current holdings? (Do you already have exposure to specific funds and sectors? Any other assets?) Any big debts (include interest rate) or expenses? And any other relevant financial information will be useful to give you a proper answer. Check the resources in the sidebar. Be aware that these answers are just opinions of Redditors and should be used as a starting point for your research. You should strongly consider seeing a registered investment adviser if you need professional support before making any financial decisions! submitted by /u/AutoModerator [link] [comments]

Former Co-op boss was paid almost £2m before leaving after group’s difficult year

Shirine Khoury-Haq and other managers did not receive annual bonus after damaging cyber-attack in 2025 The former boss of the Co-op collected almost £2m before her sudden departure last month despite a difficult year when the retailer was pushed into the red by a damaging cyber hack. Shirine Khoury-Haq’s total annual pay package amounted to £1.9m in 2025, including a £165,000 “rewarding growth” bonus that was approved by the mutual’s board despite falling sales and the slide to an underlying loss of £125m. Continue reading...

Why $60,000 decides whether Bitcoin’s recent strength cracks as nearly half the market slips into loss

Bitcoin's price is still trading far above the depths of past bear markets, and that distance is now making the current moment feel pretty disorienting. Under the surface, a huge share of the market is already back in pain. On-chain data show that by early April, roughly 46% of Bitcoin's supply was being held at […] The post Why $60,000 decides whether Bitcoin’s recent strength cracks as nearly half the market slips into loss appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Ethereum: THIS turns positive for the first time since 2023 – Sign of a breakout?

Ethereum is beginning to exhibit a structural shift in both trading volume and capital flows.

Growing Pains meets the ‘kill line’: a new Chinese hot take on the American dream

When the American sitcom Growing Pains was first broadcast in China in the 1990s, it was the first window for many in the country into American middle-class life. In the series, a doctor father, a journalist mother and four children live in a spacious suburban home with room for mistakes and second chances. While the show lightly touched on serious social issues, it projected a picture of health, stability and security. However, Chinese viewers have had a chance to rethink the show since state...

How changes in home rental laws in England will impact Hong Kong, mainland investors

A proposed cap on the ground rents paid by leasehold homeowners in England and Wales is seen as favouring foreign property investors, including those from Hong Kong and mainland China, but another measure tightening rules in setting rents is dampening demand ahead of its implementation, according to analysts. An estimated 203,000 homes in England and Wales are registered to owners with an overseas address. Hongkongers hold 14 per cent, making them the largest group of foreign investors in the...

Wayfair is selling a $374 chaise lounge with a built-in umbrella for 41% off, and it feels like you're floating mid-air

"Our out-of-town guests feel like they're at a resort when they're on this chair."

CPI vs Reality — what consumers actually pay since 2020. Real wages flat while everything else runs hot.

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Trump seeks to end the war without it becoming ‘an abject failure’

Barbara Slavin of the Stimson Center says Trump misread the situation in Iran and now scrambles for a way out.

Sisters of officer killed by Dezi Freeman plan to sue police for negligence, lawyer says

Dianne Thompson and Lois Kirk tell Victoria police in letter ‘we did not expect to feel invisible’ after Neal Thompson’s death Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The sisters of Neal Thompson, one of the two police officers shot dead by Dezi Freeman in Porepunkah last August, plan to sue Victoria police for negligence after an inquest into the officers’ deaths, their lawyer says. Police accountability lawyer Jeremy King, who is representing Dianne Thompson and Lois Kirk, confirmed on Sunday that the sisters would bring a negligence claim against Victoria police after the conclusion of a coronial inquest. A date for the inquest has not yet been announced. Continue reading...

The Market Is a Mess. Still, These 2 Industrial Stocks Are Worth Buying in April.

Rocket Lab and Fluor Corp. maintain their promising outlook despite heavy market volatility.

XRP Drops Down Market Cap Rankings

Things are getting worse for the controversial Ripple-linked XRP cryptocurrency.