Breakthrough in Teleportation

Today’s topics

• GameStop Sets Sights on Bitcoin

• Oxford Scientists Achieve ‘Quantum Teleportation’

• SpaceX's New Horizons Probe Nears 'Termination Shock'

• Biden Administration's Report on Natural Gas Exports

• Times Square’s Iconic Spinning Restaurant Returns

  and more…

GameStop Sets Sights on Bitcoin

GameStop, once a video game retailer and now a meme stock favorite, is considering investing in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. While nothing is confirmed yet, mere speculation sent its stock soaring 20% in after-hours trading.

Nvidia’s Latest Stock Moves

Nvidia just offloaded 44% of its stake in British chip firm Arm Holdings and exited investments in Serve Robotics and SoundHound AI. Meanwhile, it quietly scooped up 1.7 million shares in China’s self-driving startup WeRide, sending WeRide’s stock soaring 94%—because, apparently, Nvidia’s endorsement is the ultimate golden ticket. WeRide, valued at $4.71 billion, already runs on Nvidia’s AI tech, so this move wasn’t exactly surprising. Investors treat Nvidia’s stock moves like gospel, as anything it touches tends to skyrocket. Even Nebius Group saw an 8% jump after Nvidia disclosed holding 1.2 million shares in the AI cloud firm.

Coinbase Rides the Crypto Wave

Coinbase just posted its best quarter in three years, fueled by a 130% revenue surge. The company shattered expectations, reporting earnings of $4.68 per share (far above Wall Street’s $1.81 estimate) and $2.27 billion in revenue (beating the expected $1.88 billion). Total trading volume soared to $439 billion, up 185% from last year. Consumer trading skyrocketed 224%, while institutional trading followed with a 176% jump. Coinbase credits its explosive growth to crypto volatility, the launch of Bitcoin ETFs, and a pro-crypto government—apparently enough to send investors into a frenzy.

Oxford Scientists Achieve ‘Quantum Teleportation’

Oxford researchers have successfully connected two quantum processors using particle entanglement, enabling instant data sharing without a physical connection. When one changes, the other reacts—like magic, but real. This breakthrough tackles a major challenge: quantum computers are massive and delicate. Instead of cramming everything into one machine, processors can now link remotely, making quantum computing faster and more scalable. The experiment transmitted data across two meters with 86% accuracy, marking a step toward a quantum internet. No human teleportation yet, but quantum computing just took a giant leap forward.

The 50 Hottest Fintechs of 2025

Despite shrinking venture capital funding in 2024, some fintechs thrived—especially those streamlining business operations. Forbes’ Fintech 50 for 2025 highlights the biggest innovators making waves.Newcomers include Parafin, a San Francisco lender ditching credit scores in favor of marketplace data from Walmart, DoorDash, and Amazon. It hit 25,000 borrowers and doubled revenue to $75 million last year. Squire, a New York-based barbershop platform, processed $740 million in transactions, up from $590 million in 2023. DailyPay, now led by CEO Stacy Greiner, enables instant wage access, partnering with Hilton and Kroger to reach five million workers. DataVisor, fighting fraud with machine learning, saw 67% revenue growth, hitting $50 million.

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SpaceX's New Horizons Probe Nears 'Termination Shock'

SpaceX's New Horizons probe is gearing up for an epic crossing of the 'termination shock,' the boundary where the solar wind slows down abruptly. This milestone marks a significant step in humanity's journey to understand the outer reaches of our solar system. Read more

NASA Faces Leadership Changes Amid Moon Mission Delays

NASA is experiencing significant leadership shifts, with the departure of four senior officials closely tied to its flagship moon program. This upheaval adds uncertainty to the agency's space exploration plans, especially as the Artemis missions face further delays. The next uncrewed flight around the moon is now rescheduled to April 2026, with a subsequent astronaut landing using SpaceX’s Starship planned for mid-2027. These postponements are partly due to issues with the Orion crew capsule's heat shield, which cracked during its uncrewed 2022 mission. NASA plans to modify return trajectories to prevent further issues. Read more.

U.S. Renews Science Cooperation with China Amid Controversy

In December 2024, the United States and China renewed their science cooperation agreement, incorporating robust national security measures. While the Biden administration emphasized the agreement's importance for scientific collaboration, some Republican lawmakers expressed concerns about potential exploitation by China for military advancements. Read more

Biden Administration's Report on Natural Gas Exports

In December 2024, the Biden administration released a report advising regulators to adopt a stricter approach in evaluating natural gas exports. The report cautioned that increased exports could raise domestic energy costs and impede renewable energy projects. Environmental and consumer groups are expected to use these findings to legally challenge new liquefied natural gas export projects. Read more

Concerns Over Hazardous Waste Exports

Investigations have revealed that U.S. companies export over 1 million tons of hazardous waste annually to Mexico and Canada, leading to environmental and health concerns. Communities in Monterrey, Mexico, and Quebec, Canada, have reported contamination from toxic heavy metals, prompting calls for the U.S. to manage its waste domestically and implement stricter handling regulations.Read more

New York Rangers Goalie Igor Shesterkin's Injury Update

The New York Rangers are easing goalie Igor Shesterkin back into play following a recent injury. Shesterkin has been participating in practice sessions and is expected to return to the lineup soon.

Times Square’s Iconic Spinning Restaurant Returns

Danny Meyer is bringing back The View, NYC’s only revolving restaurant, located on the 47th and 48th floors of the Marriott Marquis. After a five-year closure, it’s set to make its comeback next week, slowly spinning above Times Square like it never left. Meyer, known for his high-altitude dining ventures, wants guests to come for more than just the scenery. But let’s be real—the main attraction is still watching Manhattan rotate while trying to relocate your table after a bathroom break.

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