New Hampshire became the first U.S. state to establish a Strategic Bitcoin BTC/USD Reserve on Tuesday, allowing public funds to be invested in the apex cryptocurrency and other digital assets. What Happened: Dennis Porter, the founder of the Satoshi Action Fund, revealed in an X post that House Bill 302 was signed into law by the New Hampshire Governor Kelly Ayotte. The new law authorizes the state treasurer to invest public funds in precious metals and digital assets with a market cap exceeding $500 billion. At present, only Bitcoin qualifies under this criterion. The state can invest in Bitcoin directly or through an exchange-traded product.…

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is urging small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania and West Virginia affected by the September 2024 drought to apply for federal disaster loans before the June 2, 2025 deadline. The assistance comes under a disaster declaration for Greene, Fayette, and Washington counties in Pennsylvania and Marshall, Monongalia, and Wetzel counties in West Virginia. Eligible applicants include small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, aquaculture enterprises, and private nonprofits (PNPs) that experienced financial losses due to the drought that began on September 24, 2024. “Through a declaration by the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, SBA provides…

by Jeroslyn JoVonn May 6, 2025 Kamala Harris served elegant glam for her Met Gala debut. Former Vice President Kamala Harris made her Met Gala debut in a striking black-and-white gown supporting this year’s theme, honoring the style and legacy of the Black dandy. Harris made a rare appearance on May 5, attending the 2025 Met Gala with her husband, Doug Emhoff, Vogue reports. She wore a custom Off-White designed by Sierra Leone-born and London-based creative director IB Kamara, who crafted the dress from rich black and white cady silk for a deep, luxurious texture. Harris’s look boasted elegant nods…

“Shark Tank” star Barbara Corcoran, 76, first got a glimpse of her dream home in 1992. She was running Corcoran Realty at the time and was delivering letters for a messenger service as a side job to help pay her bills. One of her tasks was delivering an envelope to an apartment on the top floor of a building on Fifth Avenue and 97th Street. When Corcoran entered the apartment, she was impressed by its terrace with views of Central Park. She gave the home’s owner her envelope and told her to call if she ever thought about selling the…

In college, I used to think creating something meaningful in tech required superhero-level intelligence. But despite my doubts, I jumped in. I was constantly juggling code snippets, documentation, and deadlines, switching between tools in what felt like pure chaos. Over time, with practice, I realized the journey wasn’t as daunting as I’d imagined. I didn’t need genius-level intellect or superhero gadgets—I needed the right tools. Discovering the best text editors transformed my workflow, turning chaos into clarity and helping me work smarter.  After countless hours of research, testing over 15 top text editors, and analyzing expert reviews on G2, I’ve…

The constant juggling of work tasks, personal events, and last-minute changes often left me feeling overwhelmed and disorganized. Between missed deadlines, overlapping meetings, and the sheer chaos of managing personal and professional commitments, I knew I needed a solution. 

Bank of America analysts examined how heavily U.S. fund managers are invested in semiconductor and electronic design automation stocks in the S&P 500. Based on data from the end of April, the relative weighting of semiconductor stocks are 0.90x — down considerably year-to-date (1.01x in December 2024). Nvidia Corp NVDA maintains the broadest ownership. Roughly 73% of fund managers own the stock. Positions grew consistently throughout the past year (+67bps Q/Q, +518bps Y/Y). Also Read: Nvidia’s New Challenge: US Lawmaker Wants Company To Track Its Chips To Avoid Smuggling In China The relative weighting of 1.05x remains below the top…

Key Takeaways Income Variation: Business owner earnings fluctuate widely, influenced by factors like industry, location, and business size, making it crucial to set realistic financial goals. Average Earnings: Sole proprietorships earn between $20,000 and $100,000, LLCs range from $50,000 to $200,000, while corporations typically exceed $100,000 annually. Key Influencers: Market research, funding options, business models, and location play significant roles in determining income potential for business owners. Profit Margins: Understanding average profit margins across industries—like retail (25%) and consulting (40%)—helps in evaluating potential profitability and financial success. Regional Differences: Earnings can vary significantly based on location, with urban business owners…

by Stacy Jackson May 6, 2025 RiRi’s baby bump was on full display as she arrived to the Met Gala It’s baby number three for power couple Rihanna and A$AP Rocky, who pulled up to the Met Gala Monday with news about the new addition to the family. In celebration of the 2025 Met Gala theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” Rihanna posed for photos in a pinstripe ensemble which styled what sources confirmed to TMZ, was a baby bump. Donning his own brand AGWE, A$AP Rocky, who is a co-chair of the gala this year, chatted with reporters about his…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. All great company ideas start with a problem. For Jo Weinand, the problem was that she loved Nesquik but hated how it made her feel. “I grew up addicted to the stuff,” she says. “But once I started reading labels, I realized I shouldn’t be drinking it anymore.” Stuck inside during Canada’s COVID lockdowns, Weinand got bored enough to Google how to make her own milk. She threw cashews, cocoa powder, dates, and water into her Vitamix and hoped for something half decent. “I didn’t expect it to work or taste good,”…