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The past week has been a rollercoaster ride for the EV industry, with Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) and BYD Co. Ltd. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) making headlines. From Tesla&#8217;s Cybertrucks being added to the Mexican police fleet for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to Chinese regulators meeting with BYD to discuss &#8216;Zero Mile&#8217; used cars, there&#8217;s a lot to catch up on. Let&#8217;s dive in.
Tesla Cybertrucks Join Mexican Police Fleet For 2026 FIFA World Cup
Despite a dip in consumer demand, Tesla&#8217;s Cybertrucks have found a new customer &#8211; the Mexican police. The bulletproof durability of these vehicles makes them an attractive choice for law enforcement, especially with the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/05/45634051/tesla-cybertruck-demand-slides-but-mexican-police-fleet-buying-for-2026-fifa-world-cup">Read the full article here.</a>
Chinese Regulators Discuss &#8216;Zero Mile&#8217; Used Cars with BYD
China&#8217;s commerce ministry regulators are set to meet with executives from several Chinese automakers, including EV giant BYD, to discuss the surge in zero-mile used car sales. These are cars that have been registered but never driven, and over 4000 vendors sell these cars domestically in China.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/25/05/45611701/chinese-regulators-will-meet-tesla-rival-byd-other-companies-to-discuss-zero-mile-used-cars-report">Read the full article here.</a>
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Tesla Board Members Sell Shares Ahead Of Robotaxi Launch
Two board members of Tesla have sold nearly $200 million in stock ahead of the company&#8217;s highly anticipated robotaxi launch in Texas. This adds to a history of board members cashing out and could be a red flag ahead of this key potential stock catalyst.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/insider-trades/25/05/45651670/tesla-insider-sales-increase-ahead-of-robotaxi-launch-kimbal-musk-ira-ehrenpreis-sell-190m">Read the full article here.</a>
Tesla&#8217;s European Sales Dip By 49%
Tesla&#8217;s sales in Europe fell by 49% YoY in April, as the company continues to face global challenges. The company sold 7,261 units in Europe for April, almost half of the 14,228 units it sold last year during the same time.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/eurozone/25/05/45616006/teslas-european-woes-see-no-end-april-sales-crash-49-as-rivals-race-ahead-in-ev-market">Read the full article here.</a>
Major BYD Dealer Shuts Down Operations In China
As BYD expands into the European market, one of its major dealers in China&#8217;s eastern Shandong province has reportedly shut down its operations across multiple cities. This has affected over 1,000 customers with warranty and after-sales service-related issues.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45666513/a-major-byd-dealer-in-china-shut-down-its-operations-as-ev-giant-expands-into-europe-report">Read the full article here.</a>
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Russian authorities have been accused of concocting a story about an attack on President&nbsp;Vladimir Putin&#8216;s helicopter&nbsp;during his visit to the&nbsp;Kursk region.
What Happened: According to a report, Russian officials had reported an assault on Putin&#8217;s helicopter by Ukrainian drones while he was in the border region. However, The Moscow Times, quoting both&nbsp;current and former Russian officials,&nbsp;suggested that this account may have been a deception by the authorities to persuade&nbsp;the public that Putin was&nbsp;sharing in the same hardships as the average citizen.
The Russian Defense Ministry had previously announced that the helicopter was the target of a large-scale Ukrainian drone attack. 
Yet The Moscow Times proposed that this announcement was merely a &#8220;PR stunt&#8221; designed to portray Putin as sharing in the struggles of ordinary Russians amid the ongoing drone conflict.
As per the report <a href="https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2025/05/30/hero-under-fire-as-putin-visited-kursk-the-kremlin-told-russians-that-he-was-dodging-ukrainian-drones-a89276">by</a> The Moscow Times, officials, who chose to remain anonymous, assured the outlet that Putin&#8217;s safety was guaranteed at the highest level, with hundreds of officers from the Presidential Security Service, the FSB, the National Guard, and the Interior Ministry forming his security detail.
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The&nbsp;Center for Strategic Communications and&nbsp;Information Security in Ukraine refuted the claims that Putin&#8217;s helicopter was attacked by Ukrainians. 
In addition,&nbsp;the Institute for the Study&nbsp;of War noted that, contrary to Moscow&#8217;s assertions, combat continues with Russian forces not making progress in their offensive operations.
Why It Matters: The alleged fabrication of the attack on Putin&#8217;s helicopter underscores the tense relations between Russia and Ukraine, and the lengths to which authorities may go to manipulate public perception. 
This incident, if indeed a fabrication, could further strain relations between the two countries and potentially escalate the ongoing conflict. 
It also raises questions about the transparency and credibility of information released by the Russian authorities.
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Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore have shared the harrowing details of their nearly 10-month stay aboard the International Space Station, revealing they were unsure at one point whether they&#8217;d be <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/space/25/03/44370917/nasa-astronauts-sunita-williams-and-butch-willmore-head-back-to-earth-on-spacex-dragon-capsule" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">able to return to Earth safely.</a>
The two astronauts, part of the first crewed test of Boeing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) &#8216;s Starliner spacecraft, faced critical thruster issues during docking, <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clygd1vl9yeo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a> BBC.
Unable to proceed forward initially, they relied on support from Mission Control to stabilize the craft. 
&#8220;Docking was imperative,&#8221; Wilmore told BBC. &#8220;If we weren&#8217;t able to dock, would we be able to make it back? We didn&#8217;t know.&#8221;
Originally scheduled for an eight-day test flight in June 2024, the mission took an unexpected turn.
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With Starliner struggling to dock, Wilmore admitted the thought of being stranded entered their minds. However, he and Williams refrained from discussing the worst-case scenario aloud, instead focusing on solutions and coordination.
The pair eventually docked and remained aboard the ISS while NASA assessed Starliner&#8217;s readiness for re-entry.
Boeing maintained the vehicle was safe, and later demonstrated that with an uncrewed return in September 2024.
But NASA opted to bring the astronauts back using a SpaceX capsule, extending their stay dramatically.
Despite headlines suggesting they were stranded, both astronauts clarified the ISS had backup spacecraft ready for emergencies.
The situation also became politically charged when President Donald Trump blamed Joe Biden for the astronauts&#8217; extended stay. Wilmore dismissed the politicization, saying, &#8220;We understand space flight is hard.&#8221;
They returned on March 18 and described the physical challenges of readjusting to gravity.
Still, both credited daily resistance training in space for keeping them in top shape—Wilmore claimed he returned &#8220;stronger than I&#8217;ve ever been.&#8221; Williams echoed that sentiment, though admitted Earth&#8217;s gravity wasn&#8217;t easy on her joints at first.
Both astronauts remain optimistic about Starliner&#8217;s future, saying they&#8217;d gladly fly in the capsule again once technical issues are addressed.
&#8220;It&#8217;s a very capable spacecraft,&#8221; Williams told BBC, citing its unique features compared to other vehicles.
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These eleven mid-cap stocks were the best performers in the last week. Are they in your portfolio?
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<li>LZ Technology Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LZMH#NASDAQ">LZMH</a>) shares surged 78.57% last week.</li>
<li>Centrus Energy Corp. (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEU#AMEX">LEU</a>) shares rose 36.22% as President Donald Trump signed a suite of executive orders aimed at <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45654523" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reviving the U.S. nuclear industry.</a></li>
<li>e.l.f Beauty, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELF#NYSE">ELF</a>) stock escalated 35.89% after it reported better-than-expected quarterly results and announced it would acquire Hailey Bieber&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45677382" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brand Rhode for $1 billion</a>. Analysts raised the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/elf/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Merus N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRUS#NASDAQ">MRUS</a>) stock increased 34.78%.</li>
<li>Oklo Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKLO#NYSE">OKLO</a>) stock was up 32.73% due to executive orders signed by Trump to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45654523" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">revive the U.S. nuclear industry.</a></li>
<li>NuScale Power Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMR#NYSE">SMR</a>) shares upped 26.32%.</li>
<li>Informatica Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INFA#NYSE">INFA</a>) shares jumped 25.05% after the company announced that Salesforce, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) would acquire them for approximately $8 billion, and analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45647236" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">revised the price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>BRP (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOOO#NASDAQ">DOOO</a>) stock escalated 22.29% after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter results. Additionally, the company announced that its president, CEO, and chair of the board will retire <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45664327" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">by the end of the fiscal year</a>. Analysts raised the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/dooo/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast/ rating on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Box (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BOX#NYSE">BOX</a>) stock grew 20.99% after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter financial results, and analysts revised the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45646700" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JOBY#NYSE">JOBY</a>) stock upped 17.77% after the company announced closing a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45643642" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">$250 million investment</a> from Toyota Motor Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TM#NYSE">TM</a>).</li>
<li>C3.ai, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AI#NYSE">AI</a>) shares rose 16.98% after the company reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results and announced a renewal and expansion of its joint venture with Baker Hughes for accelerated AI-driven transformations <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45657936" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">in the energy and industrial sectors</a>. Analysts revised the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ai/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast on the stock</a>.</li>
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The past week was a whirlwind in the tech world, with major players making significant moves. From legal battles to stock predictions and AI advancements, the industry was buzzing with activity. Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the top stories that made headlines.
OpenAI vs. Elon Musk: A Legal Showdown
The ongoing legal tussle between OpenAI and Tesla Inc. CEO Elon Musk took a dramatic turn this week. OpenAI has urged a judge to keep its countersuit alive, accusing Musk of fraud and media manipulation. The AI firm argues that Musk&#8217;s bid to dismiss the countersuit lacks factual grounding.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45686378/openai-fights-to-keep-countersuit-alive-against-elon-musk-over-profit-shift-calls-his-974-billion-bid-a-media-stunt">Read the full article here.</a>
Nvidia&#8217;s Stock Predicted to Soar
Analysts predict a significant upside for Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) stocks, following a robust first-quarter financial report. Despite China export restrictions, the tech giant&#8217;s future looks promising. Rosenblatt analyst Kevin Cassidy maintained a Buy rating on Nvidia and raised the price target from $178 to $200.
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Kevin O&#8217;Leary&#8217;s AI Mission
Business magnate Kevin O&#8217;Leary is on a mission to make AI fluency a must-have skill for CEOs. He&#8217;s hiring professionals to train business leaders on how to leverage AI tools across all areas of business, promising job security for life.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45663361/kevin-oleary-wants-to-teach-every-ceo-how-to-use-aiand-hes-hiring-people-to-do-it-calling-it-a-lifetime-career-opportunity">Read the full article here.</a>
DeepSeek&#8217;s Quiet AI Update
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek quietly launched an updated version of its reasoning model, R1-0528. The release comes after the company&#8217;s R1 model triggered a $600 billion drop in Nvidia&#8217;s market value earlier this year.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/05/45662927/chinas-deepseek-quietly-drops-r1-ai-update-that-nearly-matches-openai-o4-mini-and-beats-elon-musks-grok-3-mini">Read the full article here.</a>
Nvidia&#8217;s AI Growth Drivers
Despite a projected $8 billion revenue loss due to U.S. export curbs on China, Nvidia remains optimistic. The chipmaker&#8217;s guidance and AI momentum are stronger than expected, with CEO Jensen Huang outlining four key AI growth drivers.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45662144/despite-8-billion-blow-from-china-export-curbs-nvidia-still-raised-guidance-as-blackwell-chips-and-enterprise-ai-demand-soar-highlights-four-explosive-growth-drivers">Read the full article here.</a>
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The past week was a rollercoaster ride in the world of finance and cryptocurrency. From the early release of a notorious fraudster to a heated debate over Bitcoin&#8217;s value, the weekend was packed with intriguing stories.
Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the top stories that made headlines.
Sam Bankman-Fried&#8217;s Early Release
Once a promising figure in the cryptocurrency world,&nbsp;Sam Bankman-Fried&nbsp;is now set to leave prison four years ahead of his 25-year sentence. The Federal Bureau of Prisons has updated its inmate database to reflect the new release date of Dec. 14, 2044, thanks to &#8220;good conduct time&#8221; credits. Bankman-Fried&#8217;s pre-sentence time in jail also contributed to this early release.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/05/45614311/fraudster-sam-bankman-fried-set-to-leave-prison-four-years-early-as-good-conduct-credits-t">Read the full article here.</a>
Schiff Challenges Vance On Bitcoin
Economist and market commentator&nbsp;Peter Schiff&nbsp;publicly disagreed with Vice President&nbsp;JD Vance&#8216;s support for Bitcoin at a recent cryptocurrency conference. Schiff challenged Vance&#8217;s remarks, sparking a debate over the true value and impact of Bitcoin.
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Bitcoin Drops To $105,000
Bitcoin&#8217;s (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) value took a hit, dropping below $105,000 after President Donald Trump warned that the U.S. is &#8220;no longer Mr. Nice Guy&#8221; in its trade agreement with China. This swift drop reveals that Bitcoin still behaves more like high-beta tech than a geopolitical hedge.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/cannabis/25/05/45698521/bitcoin-drops-to-105000-after-trump-warns-hes-no-longer-mr-nice-guy">Read the full article here.</a>
Google&#8217;s Quantum Warning
Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s Google has warned that RSA encryption, a key security feature in securing Bitcoin, may be more vulnerable to quantum computing attacks than previously thought. New research suggests that RSA encryption could be broken with 20 times fewer quantum resources.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/05/45613248/google-warns-quantum-computers-could-crack-bitcoin-like-encryption-20-times-faster-than-ex">Read the full article here.</a>
Trump&#8217;s Meme Coin Dinner
A black-tie gala hosted by Donald Trump for top TRUMP (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">MAGA</a>) meme coin holders turned into a high-net-worth crypto networking event. Despite Trump&#8217;s brief appearance, the event served as a valuable gathering for major players in the crypto space.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/05/45626262/trump-meme-coin-dinner-turned-into-high-net-worth-crypto-networking-trump-was-there-for-20">Read the full article here.</a>
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It&#8217;s been a whirlwind of a week for Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), with the tech giant making headlines for a variety of reasons. From a potential overhaul of its operating systems to a significant camera upgrade, and from being in the crosshairs of President Donald Trump to a possible tariff absorption, Apple has been in the limelight. Let&#8217;s delve into the week&#8217;s top stories.
Apple&#8217;s Operating Systems Get a Fresh Look
Apple is reportedly planning a rebrand of its software platforms by introducing a year-based naming system, according to Bloomberg. The new strategy could be unveiled at its Worldwide Developers Conference on June 9.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45661713/apple-to-rename-all-operating-systems-for-2026-ios-macos-ipados-get-year-based-overhaul-and-fresh-look">Read the full article here.</a>
iPhone Camera Upgrade to Match Samsung&#8217;s Flagship Specs
A new leak suggests that Apple is working on a significant camera upgrade for a future iPhone model — a 200-megapixel sensor. This move signals Apple&#8217;s interest in matching or exceeding the camera specs of competitors like Samsung Electronics Co.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45637477/iphone-camera-could-get-its-biggest-upgrade-yet-with-200mp-sensor-leak-suggests-will-apple-finally-catch-up-to-samsung">Read the full article here.</a>
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Trump&#8217;s Calculated Move Against Apple
Apple, usually not associated with national security, is in President Trump&#8217;s crosshairs. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo outlined three key reasons why Trump persistently targets Apple in public, noting that pressuring a global brand like Apple guarantees widespread media attention.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/05/45603673/trumps-targeting-of-apple-isnt-random-analyst-says-its-a-calculated-move-for-maximum-political-gain">Read the full article here.</a>
Apple May Absorb iPhone Tariff Instead of Moving Production to the US
President Trump demanded that Apple manufacture iPhones sold in the U.S. domestically, or face a 25% tariff. Top Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said that the company is unlikely to move its assembly lines back to the U.S., even under political pressure.
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai on Apple&#8217;s Search Usage
Despite reports of declining search usage in Safari, Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s CEO Sundar Pichai insists that overall Google Search activity is growing, thanks to AI-powered experiences.
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The past week has been a whirlwind of economic and political news. From a second federal judge blocking President Donald Trump&#8217;s emergency tariff powers to former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers issuing a stark warning about America&#8217;s fiscal trajectory, the headlines have been filled with significant developments.
Here&#8217;s a quick recap of the top stories.
Trump&#8217;s Tariff Powers Blocked
A Washington-based federal judge, U.S. District Judge Rudolph Contreras, has ruled against President Trump&#8217;s attempt to exercise emergency powers to reshape trade policy. This ruling came just hours after the U.S. Court of International Trade struck down Trump&#8217;s tariffs. Contreras stated that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not grant Trump the authority to impose or adjust tariffs without approval from Congress.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45687946/second-federal-judge-blocks-trumps-emergency-tariff-powers-hours-after-us-court-of-international-trade-ruling">Read the full article here.</a>
Larry Summers&#8217; Stark Warning
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers has expressed concern over America&#8217;s fiscal trajectory, blaming President Trump and the GOP's "One Big, Beautiful Bill." Summers warned that the United States is on the verge of a crisis if current debt trends continue.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/05/45686699/larry-summers-issues-stark-warning-the-big-beautiful-bill-is-actually-a-prescription-for-deadly-dangerous">Read the full article here.</a>
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Japan&#8217;s Tariff Countermeasures
In response to heightened U.S. tariffs, Japan's government has announced a significant economic stimulus package. The government is set to allocate 900 billion yen ($6.3 billion) for emergency economic measures to counteract the adverse effects of increased U.S. tariffs.
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US-China Trade Talks Stalemate
Trade negotiations between the United States and China have reached an impasse, according to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Bessent suggested that a final agreement might require direct input from President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping.
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Cathie Wood&#8217;s Reaganomics Comparison
ARK Invest founder Cathie Wood has endorsed the Trump administration's economic policies, comparing them to "Reaganomics on steroids." Wood believes that current policies mirror former President Ronald Reagan&#8217;s playbook of deregulation, tax cuts, and lower interest rates.
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Trump's Tariffs In Court, Summers' Stark Warning, US-China Stalemate, And Wood's Reaganomics Comparison: This Week In Economics

The past week was filled with significant developments from the world of business and politics. From the temporary preservation of President Donald Trump&#8217;s tariffs to Paramount Global&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PARA#NASDAQ">PARA</a>) potential settlement with President Trump, these stories have kept the market buzzing. Let&#8217;s dive into the details.
Trump Tariffs Temporarily Preserved
The SPDR S&amp;P 500 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) witnessed some volatility as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a temporary stay on a lower-court ruling that had previously invalidated a significant portion of President Trump&#8217;s tariffs. The stay has temporarily preserved the tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/05/45683326/trump-tariffs-temporarily-preserved-as-appeals-court-pauses-lower-ruling">Read the full article here.</a>
Paramount&#8217;s Potential Settlement with Trump
Media giant Paramount Global is reportedly ready to offer millions to President Trump to settle an ongoing lawsuit. The lawsuit has been a hurdle in the company&#8217;s merger with Skydance.
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Musk&#8217;s DOGE Tenure Concludes
Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) CEO Elon Musk&#8217;s four-month stint leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) ended on a high note, despite not meeting the promised savings. President Trump honored Musk with a golden key to the White House.
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Trump Administration Considers Global Tariffs
The Trump administration is reportedly considering imposing tariffs on a significant portion of the global economy for 150 days. This move comes in response to a recent court ruling that invalidated a substantial part of President Trump&#8217;s tariffs.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45688655/trump-administration-mulls-global-tariffs-of-about-15-for-150-days-under-existing-trade-laws-report">Read the full article here.</a>
Raskin&#8217;s Probe into Trump&#8217;s Crypto Dinner
Democratic lawmaker Jamie Raskin has launched a probe into President Trump&#8217;s private dinner for top investors in his Official Trump TRUMP/USD. Raskin has demanded that Trump disclose the guest list and the origin of the funds used to purchase the meme coin.
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One poster recently surprised Reddit&#8217;s <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/legaladvice/comments/1kr6ngy/won_15m_judgement_28_years_ago_and_just_found_out/">r/legaladvice</a> community after discovering that their father had been awarded a $1.5 million court judgment nearly three decades ago—and never knew about it.
The post, titled &#8220;Won $1.5M judgement 28 years ago and just found out yesterday,&#8221; got a lot of attention after the person explained how they came across the information by accident. "Yesterday, while searching the Bronx County court records for my father in a separate matter, we found record of a workers&#8217; comp case filed on his behalf in &#8217;97," the person wrote.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">&#8216;Father Had No Idea&#8217;</h2>
According to the post, the poster&#8217;s father lost three fingers in a factory accident in 1996. The family had recently immigrated to the U.S. at the time, and he spoke no English. "The issue is my father had no idea that this lawsuit was even filed," the poster wrote.&nbsp;
Though he sat for a deposition, he was allegedly told by the company that nothing would come of the case. The family then moved, changed phone numbers, and assumed that was the end of it.
They later added, &#8220;It feels to me like things weren't handled correctly and I want to make sure he is compensated appropriately as our lives could have been much different had he received this money.&#8221;
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Expired Judgment?
Most commenters were quick to point out that New York judgments typically expire after 20 years unless they are renewed.
"In New York, a judgment is deemed unenforceable after 20 years. If nothing was done to renew the judgment, it's dead now," wrote one commenter, who identified themselves as a lawyer.
However, several people noted that exceptions exist in cases involving fraud or malpractice. &#8220;Sometimes the law allows for an extension of deadlines where there&#8217;s fraud or another good reason,&#8221; one person pointed out.
Another added, &#8220;If the lawyer collected on the judgment, then a claim could exist against the lawyer for your father&#8217;s share.&#8221;
But, as someone said, &#8220;I'd be afraid someone filed and collected on his behalf without ever telling him, maybe even someone at the company.&#8221;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What To Do Now</h2>
Redditors with legal experience weighed in with suggestions on what steps to take. First on the list: track down the original attorney or firm. Even if they have since left the industry, they may still have records or owe a duty to account for any funds.
"Contacting the attorney would be a very helpful start," wrote one poster familiar with bar association procedures. "There's a decent chance they still have a hard copy of the files in a box somewhere."
Another crucial step? Search the New York State Comptroller's unclaimed funds database. Multiple commenters said they had found <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-claim-unclaimed-bitcoin">forgotten funds</a> owed to them through the site. One even commented, "I just made my rent this month" after finding a claim in their name.
And if it turns out the money was never paid? The family may have a legal malpractice case if the attorney failed to inform them of the judgment or disbursed funds improperly.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Might Not Be the Windfall It Sounds Like</h2>
A few commenters speculated that the case might have involved subrogation, where the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/workers-comp-calculator">workers&#8217; compensation</a> insurer sues a third party – like the machine manufacturer – on the injured worker&#8217;s behalf. In that case, most or all of the money could have gone to reimburse the insurer.
Still, the original poster is determined to pursue answers: "We'll be contacting the original lawyer and a few other avenues mentioned here," they wrote.
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They 'Just Found Out Yesterday' About Winning A '$1.5M Judgment 28 Years Ago.' Now They're Asking: What Do I Even Do With This?

It seems like Mark Cuban has no patience for how America pays for healthcare. In a recent <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwsQKuWNgXU">appearance</a> at the Stanford University Department of Medicine, he laid out exactly how he thinks insurance companies are rigging the system—and leaving hospitals and doctors holding the bag.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Insurance Plans Work For Insurers, Not Providers</h2>
According to Cuban, it all starts with how <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45458113/mark-cuban-blasts-health-insurance-companies-as-the-worst-of-the-worst-says-it-should-be-criminal-to-charge-5k-deductibles-to-people-making-25k">insurance companies</a> design their plans. Every year, they tweak things so premiums stay low, but out-of-pocket costs quietly increase. This pushes patients toward high-deductible health plans that look affordable on paper but become a disaster when someone actually gets sick.
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&#8220;Depending on what&#8217;s going on in the economy, those patients, particularly as they skew a little younger or a little poorer, take low-premium, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43985233/mark-cuban-calls-deductibles-the-biggest-problem-in-healthcare-system-needs-to-be-redesigned">high-deductible plans</a>,&#8221; Cuban said. &#8220;Which is good for the insurance companies. You know who it&#8217;s not good for? You guys.&#8221;
By &#8220;you guys,&#8221; Cuban meant the doctors and hospitals who end up taking on the financial risk. If a patient can't pay the deductible, the insurer already got its money, but the provider hasn't. &#8220;You take on all that credit risk,&#8221; Cuban explained. &#8220;And you also take on the brand and reputational risk&#8230; Did you cause the problem? No.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Doctors Pay Twice: Financially And Emotionally</h2>
Cuban pointed out that many patients are confused by their bills and blame the hospital, not the insurer. &#8220;When everybody talks about the $400 billion in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/04/44609989/it-feels-illegal-says-a-patient-after-hospital-forgave-all-their-medical-debt-anyone-dealing-with-medical-bills-should-look-into-this">unpaid medical debt</a>, who gets the blame? You do,&#8221; he said. &#8220;And when the patient&#8217;s angry and looking at all these medical bills, who gets the blame?&#8221;
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He argued this creates a cascade of problems that go beyond money. Doctors feel rushed. Care feels transactional. And fewer people want to stay in the profession. Cuban said his goal is to bring simplicity and fairness back into the equation.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Fix</h2>
One of Cuban&#8217;s solutions is direct contracting. Through his Cost Plus Wellness venture, he&#8217;s working with hospitals and doctors to create deals that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/43083417/charlie-munger-said-he-and-warren-buffett-skip-insurance-and-all-rich-should-too-i-can-so-easily-rebuild-a-house-that-would-burn-down">skip insurance companies</a> altogether. &#8220;We go to Stanford and say, &#8216;We know what happens in the relationship between you and the big insurance company,'&#8221; he said. &#8220;Why don&#8217;t you give us a better price?&#8221;
He said most hospitals lose 3% to 5% fighting insurance companies for payment and have to hire massive administrative teams just to handle all the red tape. Meanwhile, they also deal with delays like pre-authorizations that often aren&#8217;t about medical necessity but about how long the insurance company can hold onto the money and earn interest.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Cuban's Message</h2>
Cuban&#8217;s pitch to providers is simple: stop relying on insurance companies and work directly with employers and patients. Publish your prices. Make it easier to understand care costs. And push back on systems that are designed to extract value from you, not create it.
&#8220;If you really want to change the system, you do have the power to do these things,&#8221; Cuban said.&nbsp;
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Mark Cuban Says Taking Low-Premium, High-Deductible Plans Is Great For Insurance Companies. 'You Know Who It's Not Good For? You Guys'

<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/25/05/45612832/sap-capgemini-mistral-ai-unite-for-offering-solutions-for-regulated-industries">Mistral AI</a>, a Paris-based startup founded by former Meta (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) researchers Guillaume Lample and Timothée Lacroix, is rapidly emerging as a key player in the open-source AI space, and it's doing so with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45609982/elon-musk-rival-ray-kurzweils-beyond-imagination-lands-100m-deal-as-tesla-nvidia-meta-race-toward-ai-powered-humanoid-robots">Meta</a>&#8216;s top talent.
The tech giant is contending with a major loss of talent within its AI division as the architects behind its flagship Llama models exit the company. According to<a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/meta-llama-ai-talent-mistral-2025-5"> Business Insider</a>, only three of the 14 researchers credited on the 2023 Llama paper remain employed at Meta.
Five of the Llama paper's co-authors have joined Mistral in the past 18 months, intensifying scrutiny around Meta's ability to retain top-tier AI personnel, Business Insider reports.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Mistral AI's Rise Comes With $2B Backing And Open-Source Momentum</h2>
Backed by $2 billion in funding, Mistral AI is rapidly gaining ground as one of the most aggressive challengers in the open-source AI space. As reported by <a href="https://techcrunch.com/2025/05/23/what-is-mistral-ai-everything-to-know-about-the-openai-competitor/">TechCrunch</a>, the company is supported by premier venture firms including Andreessen Horowitz, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Salesforce (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>), all known for placing high-stakes bets on transformative technologies. Other notable backers include Bpifrance, Xavier Niel, Eric Schmidt, General Catalyst, and BNP Paribas, reflecting deep institutional and individual confidence in Mistral's long-term vision.
Founded in 2023, Mistral is building advanced open-weight AI models that directly compete with Meta's Llama family. Its approach appeals to developers seeking transparency and customization in contrast to the closed nature of proprietary systems. With former Meta researchers such as Marie-Anne Lachaux, Thibaut Lavril, and Baptiste Rozière now working alongside Mistral's founders, the company may lead the next wave of open-source innovation, Business Insider reports.
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Meta's previous dominance in this space was largely defined by its decision to release Llama models with open access to their architecture and training data. According to Business Insider, that move helped validate open-weight large language models as viable alternatives to proprietary giants like OpenAI and Google. But with the original architects of Llama now working elsewhere, Meta's early lead is under pressure.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Meta Reshuffles Leadership As Behemoth Model Faces Delays</h2>
Meta's internal AI leadership is undergoing a shift as well. In April, longtime executive Joelle Pineau stepped away from her role leading the Fundamental AI Research group after eight years. Taking over the position is Robert Fergus, a FAIR co-founder and former DeepMind scientist, marking a return to Meta following a five-year stint at Google's AI lab, Business Insider says.
Separately,<a href="https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/meta-is-delaying-the-rollout-of-its-flagship-ai-model-f4b105f7"> The Wall Street Journal</a> reported that Meta's largest AI model to date, dubbed Behemoth, has been delayed due to internal concerns over performance and direction. Meanwhile, Business Insider notes that developers are increasingly turning to faster-evolving alternatives such as Qwen and DeepSeek following the Llama 4 release.
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Despite investing billions into AI infrastructure, Meta still lacks a model explicitly focused on reasoning tasks, such as multi-step problem-solving or tool use. According to Business Insider, competitors like OpenAI and Anthropic are moving quickly to prioritize those capabilities, and without that strategic leap, Meta's influence over the open-source ecosystem may continue to decline.
Of the 11 researchers who left Meta since the Llama paper's publication, most had been with the company for more than five years, according to LinkedIn profiles reviewed by Business Insider. Some departed as recently as February. Their exits mark a significant shift in Meta&#8217;s AI capabilities and raise questions about the company&#8217;s ability to maintain its leadership in the field.
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Meta's Llama AI Team Suffers Talent Exodus As Top Researchers Join $2B Mistral AI, Backed By Andreessen Horowitz And Salesforce

President Donald Trump&#8216;s approval remained unchanged this week, reflecting a continued pattern of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/market-summary/25/05/45581555/growth-vs-value-expert-views-collide-on-the-impact-of-trumps-big-beautiful-bill" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">subdued public support in May</a>.
His second-term ratings have consistently trailed behind the average benchmarks, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/05/30/president-trump-approval-rating-polls/83947020007/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports </a>USA Today.
Trump ended April with an average job <a href="https://news.gallup.com/poll/659534/trump-first-quarter-approval-rating-below-average.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">approval</a> of 45%, slightly higher than the 41% recorded during the same period in his first term, per a Gallup report.
However, the figure still lags behind the 60% average enjoyed by other presidents during their early terms since 1952, per a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/polls/donald-trump-approval-rating-polls.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">report </a>from the New York Times.
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As of May 30, the New York Times&#8217; polling aggregator placed Trump&#8217;s approval rating at 45%, with 52% disapproval.
&#8220;Our average has shown a slight uptick in President Trump&#8217;s approval rating recently,&#8221; writes Ruth Igielnik, Staff editor.
The YouGov/Yahoo News poll <a target="_blank" href="https://www.scribd.com/document/869057574/Yahoo-News-YouGov-Afrikaner-Poll-May-2025" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported </a>41% approval versus 54% disapproval, while a YouGov/Economist survey <a target="_blank" href="https://d3nkl3psvxxpe9.cloudfront.net/documents/econTabReport_WokQXF7.pdf" rel="noreferrer noopener">measured </a>approval at 44% and disapproval at 52%, USA Today reports.
In contrast, a Morning Consult poll <a target="_blank" href="https://pro.morningconsult.com/trackers/donald-trump-congress-policy-republicans-polling" rel="noreferrer noopener">placed </a>Trump&#8217;s approval higher at 48%, with disapproval at 51%.
A separate RMG Research poll <a target="_blank" href="https://napolitannews.org/assets/pdfs/6839c74590fa0-gcm25-0528-toplines-trump-job-approal-and-most-important-issues.pdf" rel="noreferrer noopener">showed </a>Trump narrowly underwater with 49% approval and 50% disapproval.
Over the last week, Trump has made headlines for controversial actions, including granting clemency to a former governor, a rapper, and a gang leader.
He also <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45610237/trump-targets-usa-hating-judges-immigrants-and-biden-in-capital-letters-on-memorial-day-fear-not-we-have-made-great-progress" rel="noreferrer noopener">addressed the nation on Memorial Day</a> and doubled down on trade tariffs after a court allowed their continued enforcement. Additionally, Trump proposed Canada&#8217;s inclusion in a U.S. missile defense plan—if the country <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/space/25/05/45636081/trump-dangles-golden-dome-missile-shield-says-its-free-if-canada-becomes-51st-state-king-charles-fires-back-the-true-north-is-indeed-strong-and-free" rel="noreferrer noopener">agrees to become the 51st state.</a>
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Ulike Air 10 IPL Hair Removal Device is making waves in the at-home beauty tech market—and for good reason. With powerful features designed to rival professional treatments, it's quickly become a go-to option for users seeking salon-level results from the comfort of their own homes.
Priced competitively and often discounted on major retail sites, the Ulike Air 10 stands out for both its performance and design. This latest model offers improved intensity, quicker treatment times, and enhanced user comfort, positioning it well above many rivals in the IPL (intense pulsed light) category. 
&#8220;The Air 10 is the result of a decade of focused IPL expertise — each feature, from Ice Cooling to SHR Mode, is built to deliver professional-grade results with unmatched comfort at home,&#8221;Ulike GM, Leona Liu told Benzinga. 
What Makes the Ulike Air 10 Stand Out?
The Air 10 uses a new-generation IPL dual-light technology that allows for more efficient energy transfer, resulting in faster results with fewer sessions. Most users begin noticing visible hair reduction within just three weeks of regular use. What's especially impressive is the built-in sapphire ice-cooling system that keeps skin temperature regulated during sessions, dramatically minimizing pain or discomfort—something even high-end devices often lack.
Another thoughtful feature is the ergonomic, lightweight design. Unlike bulkier models, the Air 10 fits comfortably in hand, making it easy to target hard-to-reach areas like the bikini line or underarms. The device also includes multiple intensity settings, allowing users to adjust based on skin tone and sensitivity, an important consideration for safe at-home use.
How It Compares to Other Devices
Compared to devices like the RoseSkinCo Lumi, the Ulike Air 10 offers more robust performance and advanced features. While the Lumi is appreciated for its simplicity and lower price point, it lacks features like skin-cooling tech and the same level of intensity control. For those new to IPL or using it on small areas, Lumi may suffice, but for more permanent, full-body results, Air 10 leads the pack.
SheKnows praised the Ulike Air 10 for delivering "professional-level results" at home and called it one of the most effective and comfortable devices in its category. In contrast, alternatives like the SEMINO Advanced Lumea Ace cater to users looking for basic functionality at a reduced cost but may require more frequent treatments to achieve the same outcomes.
Value and Verdict
The Ulike Air 10 IPL usually retails at a premium price point, but ongoing deals often bring the cost down significantly. Recent discounts have made it one of the best-value premium IPL devices currently available. It also comes with a generous warranty and helpful customer support, adding more value to the purchase.
The Bottom Line: If you&#8217;re serious about long-term hair reduction and want a device that balances power, comfort, and speed, the Ulike Air 10 is worth the investment. Its thoughtful design and proven effectiveness make it a top-tier choice in the growing world of home-based beauty tech.

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Pop artist Kesha is expanding her influence beyond music and into the tech sector with last week's<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ9jYzwurcB/?igsh=MWE5MHlsNWtmdmhyaA%3D%3D&amp;img_index=3"> announcement</a> of her new startup, Smash, a platform aimed at empowering music creators through collaboration, transparency, and rights protection.
The initiative marks the artist's formal entrance into the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45642134/alation-just-bought-numbers-station-an-18-person-ai-startup-born-at-stanford-backed-by-intel-ceo-lip-bu-tan-and-tableaus-mark-nelson">startup</a> world. Kesha, who recently regained ownership of her music and voice following a high-profile legal battle with her former producer, is seeking to rewrite the rules of an industry she calls deeply flawed, according to<a href="https://www.wired.com/story/kesha-smash/"> Wired</a>.
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&#8220;After what I&#8217;ve gone through and seeing the things that I&#8217;ve seen, seeing that the system is really broken. It&#8217;s gatekeeping by people that can do what they want,&#8221; Kesha told Wired in an interview.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Smash Seeks To Rebuild The Industry With A Creator-First Approach</h2>
According to Kesha, Smash is envisioned as a &#8220;LinkedIn for music creators&#8221; with a &#8220;Fiverr-style marketplace&#8221; where <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/04/38060686/over-200-artists-including-billie-eilish-and-katie-perry-demand-ai-respect-for-music-rights">artists</a> can offer services, hire one another, and collaborate without giving up rights to their intellectual property. She emphasized to Wired that the platform will eliminate gatekeeping, offering musicians a space to network without needing third-party intermediaries.
&#8220;I want a place where artists and music makers of any kind can have community, they can collaborate, they can hire each other and retain all the rights to everything they create,&#8221; Kesha said. &#8220;There's no gatekeeping of contacts.&#8221;
According to Wired, the platform is currently in its seed funding stage, with no official launch date set.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Startup Is Led By Seasoned Tech Talent From Apple And Facebook</h2>
According to<a href="https://techcrunch.com/2025/05/23/kesha-is-now-a-startup-founder/"> TechCrunch</a>, Kesha has brought in Alan Cannistraro as Smash's chief technology officer. Cannistraro is a seasoned software engineer who spent 12 years at Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), contributing to the development of early iOS apps. He later joined Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), where he created the popular Year-In-Review feature for Facebook.&nbsp;
Cannistraro also previously founded the social video startup Rheo. His background in building user-centric software products positions Smash with a strong technical foundation, TechCrunch reports.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Kesha&#8217;s Personal Mission Energized By Industry Experience</h2>
The inspiration for Smash came to Kesha during what she described as a psychedelic experience that helped clarify her purpose. The app, she told Wired, is about &#8220;building the next dimension&#8221; for creatives who are often underpaid, undervalued, or exploited by traditional music business structures.
&#8220;I want to make sure what happened to me never happens to anyone else again,&#8221; she said.
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Smash arrives as the creator economy continues to grow. According to<a href="https://www.midiaresearch.com/blog/state-of-the-music-creator-economy-the-consumer-era"> MIDiA Research</a>, there were nearly 75.9 million music creators globally at the end of 2023, with that number expected to exceed 198.2 million by 2030.
Along with Smash, Kesha is also preparing to release her sixth studio album, symbolically titled &#8220;.&#8221;, under her own independent label, Kesha Records, on July 4. The timing coincides with her U.S. tour, which is her first as a fully independent artist, Wired reports.
Backed by experienced engineering talent and informed by firsthand industry challenges, Smash may become a key player in reshaping how music creators connect, collaborate, and protect their rights.
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Many Americans are stuck <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43947512/dave-ramsey-baffled-by-family-living-paycheck-to-paycheck-on-600000-a-year-why-do-you-need-18000-a-month-to-run-your-household">living paycheck to paycheck</a>, and it's not just because they don't make enough money. While low wages and the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44420778/us-consumers-face-risks-as-rising-cost-of-living-job-market-cracks-threaten-spending-bank-of-america-warns">rising cost of living</a> are factors, Reddit users recently shared a much broader picture of the problem, revealing how complex and widespread the issue really is.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">It's More Than Just Low Wages</h2>
&#8220;At first glance, it seems obvious: people just don't make enough money, right?&#8221; one Redditor <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/budget/comments/1kprv28/what_is_the_main_cause_to_americans_living/">wrote</a>. &#8220;But the more I read and the more conversations I had, the more I realized that income is only one piece of a much bigger puzzle.&#8221;
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Many pointed to the rising cost of living. Essentials like rent, food, healthcare, and transportation have surged, while wages have barely moved. &#8220;The cost of living has doubled and we&#8217;re still getting paid the same ridiculous salary,&#8221; one person wrote.&nbsp;
Even people who do save find themselves drained by constant emergencies. &#8220;I was just starting to feel good! Caught up on bills, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/04/44656837/build-your-retirement-portfolio-while-saving-for-emergencies-a-roth-ira-can-double-as-an-emergency-fund-is-that-true">saving for emergencies</a>, finally contributing to my retirement then a random light flashes on my car dashboard,&#8221; someone shared. &#8220;There goes all the emergency money I built up.&#8221;
Medical bills, vet visits, car repairs, and home maintenance were frequently mentioned. &#8220;No amount of budgeting works when the average pay in the USA isn't enough to pay for rent if you're single,&#8221; another said.
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Several people criticized the U.S. credit system, which can <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/05/45602529/after-a-4-year-pause-student-loans-are-destroying-credit-scores-one-borrower-says-it-cost-her-137-points-in-weeks">penalize people</a> for paying off debt. &#8220;I paid off my mortgage, car, and my student loans were discharged&#8230; and my credit score never recovered,&#8221; one wrote. Others said they were forced into debt <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/43085752/its-a-bankers-scam-dave-ramsey-blasts-the-fico-score-system-i-cant-rent-an-apartment-but-i-can-write-a-check-for-the-whole-complex">just to build credit</a> in the first place.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Spending Habits And Financial Literacy</h2>
There was also recognition that habits play a role. Some admitted to lifestyle creep or impulse spending. &#8220;If I have $100, why wouldn't I spend it on dinner or new whatever I need? I have it now, so I spend it now,&#8221; one person confessed. Another called it a mindset shaped by childhood poverty: &#8220;I learned that money doesn&#8217;t stick around. If you have $100 then you need to spend it on what it needs to go to or something else will &#8216;eat it.'&#8221;
Still, many said they weren't taught how to manage money in the first place. &#8220;We're basically thrown into adulthood without a map. So people just figure it out as they go—often by trial and error,&#8221; the original poster said. &#8220;And when that &#8216;error&#8217; is maxing out a credit card or missing rent, the consequences are heavy.&#8221;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">No Easy Fix</h2>
There was little illusion that the situation would improve without major changes. &#8220;You have to be real and live within your means. If you are poor, live like you are poor until you work your way out,&#8221; one person wrote.&nbsp;
Others pushed back, saying the issue isn't discipline but systemic failure. As one commenter put it: &#8220;It&#8217;s too expensive to live, too expensive to have kids, and too expensive to die here in the U.S.&#8221;
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What's Driving Americans To Live Paycheck To Paycheck? One Person Says It's Like Being 'Thrown Into Adulthood Without A Map'

Tesla CEO Elon Musk once took to social media to question the lack of a publicly released client list in the Jeffrey Epstein&#8211;Ghislaine Maxwell case.
What Happened: In mid-2022, Elon Musk took to Twitter, now known as X, to question the lack of transparency surrounding the Epstein-Maxwell case. 
He pointedly asked why the Justice Department hadn't disclosed the list of clients linked to the duo and why mainstream media showed little interest in pursuing those identities. 
Alongside his post, Musk shared a collage featuring mythical creatures like unicorns and dragons, with the phrase &#8220;Epstein/Maxwell client list&#8221; included — implying it was something as unlikely to be seen as the others.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Only thing more remarkable than DOJ not leaking the list is that no one in the media cares. Doesn't that seem odd? <a href="https://t.co/JEK4TErABB">pic.twitter.com/JEK4TErABB</a>
&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1533161114586042369?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 4, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Maxwell, a once-prominent socialite, was handed a 20-year prison sentence in 2022 for her role in Epstein&#8217;s sex trafficking operation. She has since launched an appeal against her conviction and sentence, citing&nbsp;juror misconduct, a violation of&nbsp;the statute of limitations, and her treatment in prison as the grounds for her appeal.
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In response to Musk&#8217;s post on Twitter, a user posted a photograph of Maxwell and Musk together at a Vanity Fair Oscar party. Musk quickly responded, asserting that Maxwell had photobombed him.
In December 2021, Maxwell was found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dailywire.com/news/ghislaine-maxwell-jeffrey-epsteins-former-girlfriend-found-guilty-in-sex-abuse-trial" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">guilty</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/21/12/24823587/epstein-associate-ghislaine-maxwell-found-guilty-of-5-charges-in-sex-trafficking-case" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;of helping to recruit teenage girls</a>&nbsp;for&nbsp;Epstein, who&nbsp;died in August 2019.
Maxwell, who is also identified as &#8220;Inmate 02879-509,&#8221;&nbsp;is currently serving her sentence&nbsp;at the Federal Correctional Institution&nbsp;in Tallahassee, Florida.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Ah yes, Maxwell photobombing me at a <a href="https://twitter.com/VanityFair?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@VanityFair</a> Oscars party – you should them why they invited her. The same people who push this photo say nothing about prominent people who actually went to his island a dozen times. Also very strange …
&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1533163139470180353?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 4, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Where is their "client" list? Shouldn't at least one of them go down!?
&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1521186612457132034?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: Musk&#8217;s call for transparency in the Epstein-Maxwell case comes amid a broader societal push for accountability in high-profile criminal cases. 
His comments have sparked a debate about the role of public figures in advocating for justice and transparency.
However, Musk&#8217;s interaction with the Twitter user who posted the photograph of him with Maxwell has also raised questions about his own connections to the case. 
While Musk has denied any involvement, the incident underscores the scrutiny public figures face in the age of social media.
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Elon Musk Once Asked Why Epstein-Maxwell Client List Hasn't Leaked — Here's How He Responded to X User Who Suggested He Was a Client

Victims of a substantial&nbsp;data breach are set to&nbsp;receive a portion of a $20 million settlement. Over five million affected users are in line to receive compensation for their losses.
What Happened: A court has granted preliminary approval for a multi-million dollar settlement to be distributed among victims of a data breach. The breach was linked to the file transfer platform of cybersecurity firm Fortra. 
The compromised data includes sensitive details such as names, addresses, Social Security numbers, and health insurance information.
According to a <a href="https://fortradatasettlement.com/">report</a>, the lawsuit was lodged against Fortra and several other companies, including rail service provider Brightline and&nbsp;healthcare firms Aetna, Community Health,&nbsp;Elevance Health, Imagine360, Intellihartx, NationsBenefits,&nbsp;and Santa Clara Family Health&nbsp;Plan.
Victims who can present &#8220;reasonable documentation for losses&#8221; from the 2023 data breach will receive up to $5,000. Without such documentation, class members will receive approximately $85. Claims must be submitted by August 29.
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Besides the cash payment, class&nbsp;members are also eligible to&nbsp;receive dark web monitoring services&nbsp;for one year to mitigate&nbsp;potential identity theft and fraud risks.&nbsp;
The payments will be made&nbsp;once the court gives the&nbsp;class action settlement final approval, with a final approval hearing scheduled for mid-September.
Why It Matters: This settlement marks a significant victory for victims of data breaches, as it sets a precedent for future cases. It underscores the importance of cybersecurity and the potential financial consequences for companies that fail to adequately protect user data. 
The inclusion of dark web monitoring services in the settlement also highlights the growing recognition of the long-term risks associated with data breaches, including identity theft and fraud. 
This case serves as a reminder to companies of their responsibility to safeguard user data and the potential legal and financial repercussions of failing to do so.
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During a recent meeting with President Donald Trump, Elon Musk was spotted with a black eye, which Musk said was the result of a playful incident with his son.
Musk&#8217;s visible bruise, noticed while he was standing next to Trump in the Oval Office on Friday.
According to a post on X, when asked about the injury, Musk explained,&nbsp;&#8220;I was just horsing around&nbsp;with Little X and I&nbsp;said, &#8216;Go ahead, punch me&nbsp;in the face.'&#8221;
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&mdash; Blue Georgia (@BlueATLGeorgia) <a href="https://twitter.com/BlueATLGeorgia/status/1928521949719793897?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 30, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Little X, officially named X Æ A-Xii, is Musk&#8217;s eldest child with singer Grimes.
The child has often been seen with Musk during his tenure in office. Musk also humorously referred to a recent viral video involving France&#8217;s First Lady Brigitte Macron and French President Emmanuel Macron.
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In the meeting, President Trump lauded Musk&#8217;s contributions to&nbsp;the Department of Government Efficiency.&nbsp;Musk, who has been serving&nbsp;as a special government employee,&nbsp;was presented with&nbsp;a large key inside a&nbsp;wooden box as a token of appreciation. 
Friday marked Musk&#8217;s last official day in this role, after which he plans to refocus on Tesla.
Musk&#8217;s tenure as a special government employee has been marked by significant contributions to&nbsp;the Department of Government Efficiency.&nbsp;
His playful interaction with his son, leading to the black eye, showcases his personal side amidst his professional commitments. 
His departure from the government role indicates his intent to refocus on Tesla&#8217;s operations, which could signal upcoming developments for the electric vehicle giant.
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