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Pritam Barman is the Founder, Editor and Chief Market Analyst at DailyKnown.com. An economist by training (M.A. in Economics, University of Arizona) with a specialized Capital Markets certification, he turns complex business and finance developments into clear, practical insights. With 7+ years of experience across market research, asset management and strategic forecasting, his coverage prioritizes accuracy, context and transparency. He writes on markets, companies, fintech, small business, and personal finance, with a focus on cryptocurrency regulation, macroeconomic policy, U.S. market trends and fintech innovation. A Certified Financial Journalist, Pritam is committed to timely, high-quality analysis and rigorous standards on sourcing and disclosures. Contact: pritambarman417@gmail.com | Tips & pitches: support@dailyknown.com.
ObamaCare subsidies are colliding with a high-stakes shutdown standoff just as open enrollment gets underway, putting millions of Americans at risk of premium sticker shock for 2026 coverage. With plan previews live on most state exchanges and Healthcare.gov set to display prices, the window to lock in financial help is narrowing—fast. The immediate question for consumers is simple: Will the enhanced tax credits that lowered monthly costs during the pandemic era be renewed in time, or will they lapse at year-end and push premiums higher for 2026 plans? So far, there’s no clear path to a deal. Republicans have signaled…
Amazon job cuts are back in the spotlight after a Reuters report said the company plans to reduce roughly 10% of its approximately 350,000 corporate employees, citing unidentified sources. Bloomberg’s technology team said the newsroom is working to confirm the report, and Amazon has not publicly announced any changes. The potential cuts would span core departments, according to the report, signaling another step in Big Tech’s ongoing push for efficiency as artificial intelligence reshapes priorities, spending and workflows across the sector. What we know so far about Amazon job cuts On Bloomberg Businessweek Daily, Sarah Frier, Bloomberg’s big tech team…
Biggest stock movers were in sharp focus Monday as U.S. stock futures edged higher on optimism around a potential US‑China trade deal and a widely expected Federal Reserve rate cut. Sentiment was also buoyed by a pivotal stretch of Big Tech earnings that could steer markets through the week. Against that backdrop, deal news, product roadmaps and sector headlines drove outsized premarket swings across health care, semiconductors, crypto infrastructure and miners. Market snapshot: Why biggest stock movers are surging premarket Below are the biggest stock movers to watch, with the latest catalysts and context. Biggest stock movers: Top gainers leading…
Ethereum activity is surging back to a five-month peak, driven by a jump in DeFi interactions, smart contract executions, and stablecoin transfers, according to blockchain dashboards cited by Cryptopolitan on October 27, 2025. With gas costs staying unusually low, user engagement on Ethereum’s base layer has accelerated, ETH transfers have overtaken USDC transactions, and price momentum has returned above $4,000. On-chain metrics show daily gas usage climbing to one of the highest levels in recent months, even as average fees remain muted thanks to scaling improvements and efficient execution paths. The result: more throughput at lower cost, a combination that…
Binance US reentry is back on the table after President Donald Trump pardoned founder Changpeng Zhao, according to Bloomberg, setting off a high-stakes debate over strategy, regulation, and politics as the world’s largest crypto exchange weighs its next move. The reported options include folding its separate US affiliate into the global business or letting the main platform serve American investors directly. BNB, the exchange’s native token, rallied 8% on the news. As the 2025 crypto cycle leans into institutional adoption and regulated market access, Binance US reentry could reshape competitive dynamics at home. The company still commands roughly 40% global…
Best fintech stocks are drawing fresh attention as investors look for scalable, tech-driven finance platforms that can add users fast, cross-sell new products, and expand margins without heavy branch networks. While innovation brings risk, the category’s rapid adoption and recurring revenue potential make select names worth a closer look. This overview examines three widely followed companies that showcase different strengths across the fintech spectrum: SoFi Technologies in U.S. consumer finance, Nu Holdings in Latin American digital banking, and Interactive Brokers in global trading and custody. Each is leaning on technology to lower costs, improve user experience, and capture share from…
NEC at SFF 2025 returns to Singapore Expo from November 12–14 with a slate of live demos and expert sessions designed to accelerate secure, connected, and intelligent financial ecosystems. Marking the 10th anniversary of the Singapore FinTech Festival, the company is putting identity, insights, platforms, and security at the center of digital finance—including an on-site face-enabled checkout that lets visitors grab a complimentary coffee after a quick facial scan. The showcase underscores NEC’s focus on solutions that evolve with customer needs while meeting the stringent reliability, privacy, and compliance requirements of banks and fintechs across ASEAN and beyond. “Finance is…
The AI impact on jobs has dominated headlines since late 2022, with bold predictions of mass displacement. Yet nearly three years on, a broad labor market shake-up has not materialized, according to a new analysis from Yale’s Budget Lab. Fewer workers are switching roles, new job categories have not exploded, and large-scale automation remains limited. Still, risks are uneven across occupations and experience levels, and young workers appear to be feeling the first tremors. Public anxiety is running hot even as actual disruptions are gradual. An August Reuters/Ipsos poll found 71% of respondents fear AI will permanently put too many…
Bitcoin Stock-to-Flow model projections are back in the spotlight after a fresh call for a potential $222,000 peak this market cycle. Yet several market veterans say traders should be careful about leaning too hard on the framework. The debate now hinges on a key shift: institutional demand from exchange-traded products and corporate treasuries may be overpowering supply effects from halvings, a core pillar of the model. Investment firm Bitwise’s European head of research André Dragosch warned that the Bitcoin Stock-to-Flow model focuses on supply while ignoring demand dynamics that increasingly set the tone. In his view, today’s flows into listed…
Global public debt is back in the spotlight as a new wave of fiscal pressures collides with slower growth and rising needs for climate, defense and aging populations. Analysts warn that, absent decisive action, the trajectory of global public debt will force difficult choices on taxes or inflation in the years ahead. A forecast from the International Monetary Fund projects government liabilities will exceed 100% of world GDP by 2030, the highest level since the aftermath of World War II. That stark baseline underscores a simple arithmetic problem: many governments are running budget deficits that are too large relative to…