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There are a few mortgage-related traps to watch for if you’re planning to buy a home this spring. Designer491/Getty Images Spring is traditionally one of the best times of the year to buy a home. It’s easier to view homes in the warmer weather, and parents can often time a home purchase to coincide with a summer move. Unfortunately, though, today’s mortgage interest rates aren’t as attractive this spring as they were in late February, when they dipped to under 6% on average. Since that point, the Iran conflict and broader economic uncertainty have pushed bond rates up, and mortgage rates…

Backed by Cardano, the Draper Dragon has recently announced its Orion Fund, worth US$80 million. The new investment fund is meant to facilitate innovations in blockchain technology and Web3 platforms. Startups that aim to build decentralized apps, infrastructure, and financial services are eligible for investment. The growing participation of institutions in crypto ecosystems has motivated this initiative. Investors are optimistic about the future of blockchain, despite market volatility and regulatory concerns in many countries.

Two children at a desk in front of a ’90s CRT monitor displaying an old Windows-style user interface. – Pressmaster/Getty ImagesWe may receive a commission on purchases made from links.The 1980s gave the world a slew of technological advances in computing, from Microsoft Windows to the Apple Macintosh — which also popularized the graphical user interface (GUI) — to quirky inventions like The Clapper, which was something of a precursor to the smart home devices we see in home automation systems today. The ’80s also saw Nintendo’s handheld gaming revolution in the form of the original Game Boy. While the world has since moved…

The stock market looks shaky these days. The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) is down more than 3% since the start of the year, and many top tech stocks that were hot buys in recent years have been struggling in the first few months of 2026. Investors appear to be growing concerned with the market, and the war in Iran may be providing them with even more of a reason to stay on the sidelines. While there is plenty of uncertainty in the markets, billionaire investor Warren Buffett has experienced it all and remained invested throughout. One fact that may surprise…

This article was originally published in Chalkbeat.In Kristin Lidstrom’s business classes at Hamilton Southeastern High School in Fishers, the finance lessons quickly become personal.“They begin thinking about their own spending habits, future goals, or even what they’re seeing at home,” Lidstrom said. “Concepts like interest rates or debt suddenly carry weight when they realize how long it can take to pay something off or how quickly costs can grow.”Not every student will pursue business after Lidstrom’s class. But all of them can apply the lessons they’ve learned from business class in their future career paths, she said.And Indiana wants all…

The rise of cross-platform development has made React Native Mobile one of the most influential tools in modern app creation. As an open-source mobile app framework built by Meta, React Native allows developers to build high-performance applications for both iOS and Android using a single JavaScript codebase. This efficiency makes it widely used among startups and tech giants alike.What Is React Native Mobile and How It WorksReact Native Mobile uses JavaScript and React principles to create apps that communicate directly with native APIs. Instead of WebView-based solutions, it compiles components into native views, offering performance and responsiveness similar to native…

NEWARK, N.J. — The NHL has established a base for its forays into the technological improvements that will make the even faster, more seamless and even more enjoyable. Welcome to the NHL Innovation lab powered by Verizon, a simulated arena environment designed to allow the League and its partners across the technological spectrum to develop and enhance tools designed to improve the game. “The NHL Innovation Lab powered by Verizon is an important next chapter in our technology and innovation journey,” said David Lehanski, NHL executive vice president, business development and innovation. “We continue to be committed to leveraging new…

As Hollywood bid a nostalgic goodbye to Park City, Utah, during the state’s hosting final stint of the Sundance Film Festival, it makes sense that a lot of conversations that took place centered on what lay ahead for filmmakers. And many of those exchanges, including a gathering hosted by The Hollywood Reporter and Autodesk, held in partnership with Berggruen Institute featured the industry’s leading and most outspoken advocates for ethical and human-based technologies and how AI can actually help filmmakers and other emerging artists.  One voice who joined the chorus was Matt Sivertson, vp and chief architect of media and…

Key insight: SoFi is launching an enterprise product for businesses to manage fiat and crypto transactions under the same institution.Expert quote: “Keeping traditional/fiat and crypto banking on a single platform is a defensive play to prevent eroding share of wallet.” – Simon-Kucher’s Abdul BhattiForward look: The option to co-manage fiat and digital assets could impact where enterprise customers working with both types choose to open accounts.SoFi Technologies is offering its business customers a combination of traditional and crypto banking.Processing ContentThe lender-turned-digital bank announced the launch of SoFi Big Business Banking on Thursday as the latest of its crypto-related launches over…

The FBI’s 2025 Internet Crime Report shows cyber-enabled crimes defrauded Americans of nearly $21 billion, with cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence-related complaints among the costliest. The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) received 1,008,597 total complaints, an increase from 859,532 in 2024. Phishing/spoofing, extortion, and investment schemes were the most frequently reported complaints. Americans over 60 reported approximately $7.7 billion in losses, up 37% from 2024. The IC3 received approximately 453,000 cyber-enabled fraud complaints, with reported losses exceeding $17.7 billion. Investment fraud remains the primary driver, accounting for nearly 49% of all scam-related losses. Americans who submitted complaints involving cryptocurrency reported the highest losses,…

The Apple Watch Ultra 4, anticipated for release in September 2026, represents a significant advancement in wearable technology. With a thinner, lighter design, a larger display, and enhanced performance, Apple aims to redefine the smartwatch experience. However, questions surrounding battery life, pricing, and the readiness of advanced health features remain critical considerations for potential users. Streamlined Design: Thinner, Lighter and More Modern The Apple Watch Ultra 4 introduces a sleeker and more ergonomic design, addressing long-standing user feedback. By reducing the device’s thickness and weight, Apple has improved wearability, making it more comfortable for extended use. The larger display, achieved…

ClearBridge Investments, an investment management company, released its “ClearBridge Select Strategy” Q4 2025 investor letter. In the fourth quarter of 2025, U.S.

Americans feel slightly better about their financial situation heading into the next 12 months than they did one year ago, and fewer postponed a spending decision over the past year for financial reasons. Still, less than half of respondents in a recent survey on behalf of the AICPA expressed positivity about their financial situation and their ability to spend, providing an important reminder about the value of money management during National Financial Literacy Month in April and beyond. “When it comes to your money, you don’t need to be perfect, you need to be consistent,” Cary Sinnett, senior manager–Personal Financial…

Deeper Dive: Our Top Tested Picks EDITORS’ NOTE April 6, 2026: With this update, we added Avast Premium Business Security. Our remaining picks have been vetted for currency and availability. (Credit: Bitdefender) (Credit: Bitdefender) Pros & Cons Excellent scores in independent lab tests Very good defense against phishing fraud Multi-layered ransomware protection Isolated browser for banking safety Prevents advertisers from tracking you Many security-centered bonus features Protection for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS Poor score in hands-on malware blocking test Mediocre score in hands-on malicious URL defense test Full VPN access requires a separate subscription Wiping out existing malware…

Artificial intelligence-created job automation is reshaping hiring in the tech industry. According to Andrew Bosworth, CTO Meta, in today’s competitive tech industry, college graduates should focus on building real skills rather than just waiting for the right opportunity. Bosworth’s message highlights a shift in how companies evaluate talent, placing more importance on practical experience than formal qualifications. Focus on building not only learning  Bosworth, while speaking during an Instagram Q&A Ask Me Anything session, advised students and fresh graduates to move beyond theory and start creating. The crux of his message was clear that learning alone is not enough. Instead,…

Artificial intelligence could transform medicine, education, and scientific discovery, but it could also deepen inequality, supercharge cybercrime, erase jobs, and put unprecedented power in the hands of governments and tech companies.In interviews with Business Insider, former AI leaders from Microsoft, Google, OpenAI, DeepMind, and the White House, describe a future where AI systems grow more capable, more autonomous and harder to control, and they debate what that means for the rest of us.