SPY Leads Inflows for Week Ended Aug. 13
The week ended August 13 saw nearly $50 billion in net inflows to the ETF space. Unsurprisingly, equity ETFs received the lion’s share of the new dollars. They pulled in nearly $31 billion, with $23 billion of that going into domestically focused funds. Meanwhile, currency and leveraged ETFs were the only asset classes to see […]
Can social media start over? Bluesky’s CEO and COO deliver their case at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Bluesky CEO Toni Schneider is joined by COO Rose Wang for a Disrupt Stage session on whether social media can start over and where Bluesky fits into that potential reboot.
Apple in talks to pay publishers to provide Siri with current news: report
The tech giant has considered a nine-figure budget for the payments, according to the WSJ.
In a first, US will allow some private firms to carry out cyberattacks
The new order sweeps away decades of existing U.S. cybersecurity policy prohibiting private companies from conducting ‘hack back’ attacks or offensive cyber operations.
Mother-Daughter Duo Put A Southern Spin On Afternoon Tea In Atlanta
When Brittany Campos returned from afternoon tea at The Berkeley in London, she brought home more than memories. The experience confirmed an idea she had been considering since her 2019 wedding, when the cost of hosting a bridal shower tea made her wonder whether she would be better off putting that money toward a business […]
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta generated $6.12 billion in economic impact across Georgia in 2024
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta generated $6.12 billion in economic impact across Georgia in 2024 alone, according to a study published in July 2026 that shows the reach of the nonprofit health care system extends beyond treating children and young people. The study, conducted by the Center for Economic Development Research at Georgia Tech’s Enterprise Innovation […]
The Courage Project gives Atlanta boys tools for confidence, self-defense and leadership
For 13-year-old Jadyn, Saturday’s Courage Project was a chance to get outside, learn self-defense and spend time around positive mentors. “I tell him to just try his best and go for it because it can really be good for him in the long run,” Jadyn said of what he would tell another young person considering […]
Time to Consider ‘Agg’ Improvement AGZD
Aggregate bond ETFs are popular because these funds typically have low annual expense ratios and hold thousands of bonds. However, old guard aggregate bond ETFs aren’t perfect. Certainly not at a time when interest rate risk is elevated and clarity from the Federal Reserve is low. That said, “agg” bond ETF shoppers may want to […]
A Fantastic Fundamental Foundation for This REIT ETF
With no help from the Federal Reserve, the notoriously rate-sensitive real estate sector is delivering some impressive performances this year, as the largest ETF in the category is up 10%. Proving the advantages of active management, the ALPS Active REIT ETF (REIT) is higher by nearly 16%. Obviously, that’s an impressive showing against an uncooperative […]
Jackson State University Partners With Mark Cuban Foundation To Offer Free AI Boot Camp For High School Students
Jackson State University is expanding access to artificial intelligence education for local high school students through a free AI boot camp designed to prepare young people for a technology-driven future, The Clarion Ledger reports. The historically Black university’s College of Business will host the Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp this fall for Jackson Public Schools […]
WNBA Target Of Political Grandstand As Florida Attorney General Threatens Criminal Charges On Flagrant Fouls
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has faced strong criticism from sports analysts and corporate leaders after threatening criminal prosecution of Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) players for standard on-court fouls. His social media statements, made after a hard foul during a nationally televised game on Aug. 8, mark a significant escalation in political actions targeting […]
Bypassing China: The $3B Opportunity for Rare Earths
If anyone was expecting U.S.-China tensions over critical minerals to simmer down any time soon, August has already put those thoughts to rest. Key Takeaways: The United States has announced $3 billion in new investments to support a variety of critical minerals and battery projects. These developments further the use case for ex-China rare earths, […]
