Today’s topics

• Revolutionary stem-cell treatment restored sight

• Frontier Airlines is adding first-class seats

• Walmart paid $2.3 billion in cash for Vizio

• Virgin Voyages now accepts Bitcoin

  and more…

Wall Street hit the brakes on Thursday, snapping its winning streak as investors held their breath for today’s  jobs report. The Dow dropped 248 points, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq both dipped 0.2%, cooling off after Wednesday's record highs. The S&P and Nasdaq had been on a four-day roll, but even market rallies need a breather. Consider it the calm before the employment storm.

Fed Chair Powell Says Bitcoin Is Digital Gold, Not the Future Dollar

Fed Chair Jerome Powell didn’t mince words at the DealBook Summit, calling bitcoin “digital gold”—speculative, volatile, and not exactly useful. “It’s not competing with the dollar,” Powell said. “It’s gold’s digital twin.”

Frontier Airlines tries first class. Frontier Airlines, the budget champ, is adding first-class seats. Starting September, they’re replacing two economy rows with four first-class spots, aiming to attract passengers who’ll pay for more space. They’re also upgrading their loyalty program with perks like seat upgrades and free companion tickets. CEO Barry Biffle calls it a “game changer.” Translation: “We need more cash.” 

Walmart buys Vizio. Walmart has completed its $2.3 billion cash acquisition of Vizio, wrapping up a deal announced in February 2024. The move is all about boosting Walmart Connect, its U.S. retail media business, to help advertisers reach customers more effectively and push product discovery. This isn’t just about TVs—it’s about turning screens into prime ad real estate. 

Bitcoin breaks $100K. Bitcoin hit $102,900 on Thursday, riding a 45% surge since Trump’s election win. Investors are banking on a crypto-friendly White House, pouring cash into U.S. bitcoin-backed ETFs. Looks like Trump’s win is making Bitcoin bros very, very happy.

Virgin Voyages goes crypto. Virgin Voyages now accepts Bitcoin for its $120,000 Annual Cruise Pass. Unlimited 2025 cruises, paid in crypto—nothing screams innovation like luxury bought with volatile currency. 

James Webb Telescope Finds the Universe’s First Galaxies

The James Webb Space Telescope is outdoing itself again, spotting five galaxy candidates from just 200 million years after the Big Bang. That’s 13.6 billion light-years away, and possibly some of the first galaxies ever formed.

World-first stem-cell therapy restores vision. A revolutionary stem-cell treatment restored sight for three patients with severe corneal damage caused by limbal stem cell deficiency. After two years, significant vision improvements were reported with no severe side effects. 

This Smart Home Company Hit $10 Million in Revenue—and It’s Just the Beginning

No, it’s not Ring or Nest—it’s RYSE, the company redefining smart home innovation, and you can invest for just $1.75 per share.

RYSE’s patented SmartShades are transforming how people control their window shades—offering seamless automation without costly replacements. With 10 fully granted patents and a pivotal Amazon court judgment safeguarding their technology, RYSE has established itself as a market leader in an industry projected to grow 23% annually.

This year, RYSE surpassed $10 million in total revenue, expanded to 127 Best Buy locations, and experienced explosive 200% month-over-month growth. With partnerships in progress with major retailers like Lowe’s and Home Depot, they’re set for even bigger milestones, including international expansion and new product launches.

This is your last chance to invest at the current share price before their next stage of growth drives even greater demand.

Final Call: Invest in RYSE Before the Round Ends!

London Fashion Week Bans Exotic Skins—Finally

London Fashion Week just declared it’s done with crocodile and snake skins starting in 2025, becoming the first of the "big four" to take this step. Designers showing at the event will have to ditch exotic animal hides from their collections.

Oxford declares ‘brain rot’ the word of 2024. After 37,000 votes, Oxford crowned ‘brain rot’ as 2024’s Word of the Year. Cheers to the most self-aware word yet.

Brown is the color of the year. Pantone’s 2025 pick, Mocha Mousse, is everywhere—Skims, Yeezy, Fear of God sweats, even your Beats by Dre. It’s brown, but make it bougie. Neutral, cozy, and officially taking over.

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