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Expanding the Certification Industry Certification platform Certiverse has announced an $11 million Series A funding round led by Cherryrock Capital, marking a significant step in its mission to transform the certification exam industry. Founded in 2023 by Ruben Garcia, Pablo Meyer, and Federico Lopez, the company aims to provide organizations …

Hyundai Marks a Major Milestone with New U.S. EV Facility Hyundai has officially begun production of its first three-row electric SUV, the IONIQ 9, at its newly inaugurated electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing plant in Georgia. The company celebrated the grand opening of Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) on Wednesday, marking a signif…

Robinhood Introduces Banking Services and Wealth Management Robinhood, widely recognized for its stock trading app, is making significant strides toward becoming a comprehensive financial services provider. On Wednesday, the company unveiled its latest offerings—Robinhood Banking and Robinhood Strategies. These new services aim to provide tradit…

Spring Savings Event Brings Major Discounts Walmart has launched its highly anticipated Super Savings Week, offering substantial markdowns on a wide range of products ahead of the usual Memorial Day sales. The event, which runs from March 24 to April 1, features discounts on everything from home essentials and electronics to fashion and outdoor …

Regulatory Shakeup and the Rise of a Crypto Task Force The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) held its first-ever crypto roundtable on Friday, bringing together skeptics and advocates in a lively debate over how digital assets should be classified and regulated. The discussion primarily centered around the question: what defines a cry…

Inflation Data and Economic Indicators in Focus Investors are bracing for a significant week in the markets, with fresh inflation data, consumer sentiment reports, and housing market updates taking center stage. The February Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index, a key measure of inflation closely monitored by the Federal Reserve, is set…

Business Empire Under Fire Hong Kong’s wealthiest businessman, Li Ka-shing, is facing intense scrutiny following a controversial decision by his company, CK Hutchison Holdings, to sell its Panama Canal port assets. The deal, which involves U.S. investment firm BlackRock Inc., has reportedly upset Chinese authorities. In response, Beijing’s Hong …

Stricter Identity Verification Requirements Introduced The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a major shift in its verification process for benefit recipients, raising concerns about accessibility and service disruptions. Under the new policy, individuals applying for Social Security benefits will no longer be able to verify thei…

Stephen J. Gardner Steps Down After Three Years The chief executive of Amtrak CEO, Stephen J. Gardner announced his resignation on Wednesday after leading the passenger rail service for nearly three years. His departure comes at a pivotal time for Amtrak, as the company works to modernize its infrastructure while facing ongoing challenges with i…

A Warm Welcome in Her Ancestral Village As NASA astronaut Sunita Williams prepares to return to Earth, her ancestral village, Jhulasan, in Gujarat’s Mehsana district, is gearing up for a grand celebration. The villagers have planned large-scale festivities, drawing parallels to the joyous atmosphere of Diwali and Holi, to honor her homecoming. W…