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SPAC king Chamath Palihapitiya&nbsp;suggested a major overhaul of the U.S. tax system. He proposed replacing the extensive U.S. Federal Tax Code, which spans 7,000 pages, with a straightforward flat tax.
What Happened: Palihapitiya emphasized that this could be condensed&nbsp;into a few pages of&nbsp;simple English, which would make it easier to both pay taxes as well as enforce rules.
"Replace the US Federal Tax Code&#8217;s 7000 pages and millions of words with a simple flat tax. It could fit into a few pages of simple English, make paying taxes simple and enforcement even simpler."
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&mdash; Chamath Palihapitiya (@chamath) <a href="https://twitter.com/chamath/status/1860139825791414640?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 23, 2024</a></blockquote>
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The proposal comes amid discussions on fiscal policies following&nbsp;Donald Trump&#8216;s recent election victory. Palihapitiya&#8217;s suggestion aligns with ongoing debates about tax reforms and government efficiency.
Palihapitiya&#8217;s post is part of a broader conversation on fiscal responsibility and simplification of tax processes, echoing sentiments expressed during Trump&#8217;s campaign.
Why It Matters: The idea of simplifying the tax code is significant in light of recent discussions about federal budget cuts and economic policies. Palihapitiya&#8217;s proposal follows his <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/41926584/chamath-palihapitiya-says-cut-the-federal-budget-by-trillions-and-then-do-this-with-a-fraction-of-the-money-to-make-america-great-again">earlier suggestion to cut trillions</a> from the federal budget to fund nationwide internet access.
Trump&#8217;s economic strategies, including tax cuts and tariffs, have been under scrutiny. Economists <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/09/40961812/economists-warn-trumps-plans-for-tax-cuts-tariffs-and-deportation-could-trigger-skyrocketing-inf">warn these could lead to inflation</a>. Palihapitiya&#8217;s flat tax proposal could be seen as a counter to these complex fiscal policies.
Furthermore, Trump&#8217;s plans to eliminate taxes on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40845900/trump-says-he-will-end-taxes-on-overtime-pay-but-economist-peter-schiff-says-there-is-a-fly-in-his-o">overtime pay</a> have been met with skepticism, highlighting the need for clear and effective tax reforms. This context underscores the relevance of Palihapitiya&#8217;s call for a simplified tax system.
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Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) is expediting the certification process of Samsung Electronic Co.&#8217;s (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSNLF#OTC">SSNLF</a>) AI memory chips.
What Happened: This information was confirmed by Nvidia&#8217;s CEO, Jensen Huang, at an event at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology on Saturday, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-23/nvidia-working-as-fast-as-it-can-to-certify-samsung-s-ai-memory?srnd=homepage-asia">reported</a> Bloomberg.
Huang said that Nvidia is evaluating both 8-high and 12-high HBM3E offerings from Samsung.
Notably, the Nvidia CEO did not include Samsung in the list of major partners he mentioned during a post-earnings call with analysts earlier this week.
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At that time, Huang highlighted the impressive list of partners including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>), Amphenol (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APH#NYSE">APH</a>), SK Hynix (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HXSCF#OTC">HXSCF</a>), Foxconn, Micron Technology Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NYSE">MU</a>), and Dell Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>).
Nvidia reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42099904/nvidia-q3-earnings-highlights">third-quarter revenue</a> of $35.1 billion, a 94% increase year-over-year, surpassing the Street consensus estimate of $33.12 billion, according to data<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent112024&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"> from Benzinga Pro.</a>
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Why It Matters: This development follows <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/07/39924480/nvidia-greenlights-samsungs-high-bandwidth-memory-chips-for-ai-chips-in-china-report">Nvidia&#8217;s initial approval</a> of Samsung&#8217;s fourth-generation high bandwidth memory in July.
This marked the first time Nvidia approved the use of Samsung's HBM3 chips, albeit for a less advanced Nvidia graphics processing unit (GPU), the H20, specifically designed for the Chinese market.
However, Samsung&#8217;s delay in obtaining Nvidia&#8217;s certification for AI memory chips has given competitors SK Hynix and Micron an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/10/41645191/samsung-profits-soar-but-companys-nvidia-ai-chip-race-lag-allows-sk-hynix-micron-to-take-the-lead-in">edge in the high-bandwidth memory</a> market.
Nvidia&#8217;s new Blackwell AI chips are reportedly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42028342/blackwell-backfires-nvidias-ai-chips-struggle-with-server-overheating-impacting-meta-microsoft-and-musks-xai-data-centers">facing overheating problems</a>. When asked about it during the earnings call, Huang sidestepped the question and instead highlighted that the supply levels surpassed initial expectations.
Nvidia&#8217;s CFO, Colette Kress, also said the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42103355/nvidias-blackwell-set-to-outpace-hopper-heres-what-ceo-jensen-huang-predicted-for-2025">shipped 13,000 GPU samples</a> in the third quarter, including one of the first Blackwell DGX samples to OpenAI.
&#8220;Blackwell demand is staggering, and we are racing to scale supply to meet the incredible demand customers are placing on us,&#8221; Kress stated during the call.
Price Action: Nvidia shares dropped 3.22% on Friday, closing at $141.95, and saw a further decline of 0.13% in after-hours trading, reaching $141.77 as of the latest update, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
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Global investment manager&nbsp;Van Eck&nbsp;has reiterated its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41984505/bitcoin-to-peak-at-180000-says-vanecks-head-of-digital-assets-research">ambitious&nbsp;$180,000 price target</a> for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>), projecting this peak within the current market cycle.
What Happened: VanEck analysts&nbsp;Nathan Frankovitz&nbsp;and&nbsp;Matthe Sigel <a href="https://www.vaneck.com/us/en/blogs/digital-assets/matthew-sigel-vaneck-mid-november-bitcoin-chaincheck">suggest</a> that favorable regulatory developments in the U.S. and increased institutional interest could propel Bitcoin to this target within 18 months.
The analysts attribute the recent surge in Bitcoin&#8217;s price, which touched $99,800 in the last 24&nbsp;hours, to the election victory of&nbsp;Donald Trump.
The analysts noted that Bitcoin entered a &#8220;new phase&#8221; on Nov. 11, with perpetual futures contracts&#8217; funding rates surpassing 10%, indicating short- to medium-term momentum.
"This shift points toward stronger short- to medium-term momentum, as historically, elevated funding rates have been linked to higher 30 to 90-day returns, reflecting heightened bullish sentiment and demand."
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However, they cautioned that sustained high funding rates could deter investors seeking long-term returns.
"On average, purchases made on days when funding rates were above 10% began underperforming at the 180-day mark, with this trend becoming even more pronounced over 1-year and 2-year periods."
Why It Matters: The bullish sentiment from Van Eck comes amid a broader context of market dynamics and expert predictions.
Mike Novogratz, CEO of Galaxy Digital Holdings Ltd., <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42130693/bitcoins-path-to-100k-inevitable-but-leverage-to-the-gills-warns-mike-novogratz-predicts-80k-correction-ahead">recently warned about the high levels of leverage</a> in the crypto market, suggesting that while Bitcoin&#8217;s rise to $100,000 seems inevitable, a correction to $80,000 could occur due to excessive leverage.
Furthermore,&nbsp;Michaël van de Poppe, a leading cryptocurrency analyst, has forecasted <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/42127938/bitcoin-analyst-warns-of-4-6-flash-crashes-before-year-end-as-it-inches-closer-to-100k-thats-the-moment-altcoins-shoot-off">multiple flash crashes for Bitcoin</a> before the year ends, potentially dropping its value by 5-10% in a single day. These corrections, however, could present strategic entry points for investors, as altcoins might experience significant growth post-correction.
Additionally, Van Eck&#8217;s CEO,&nbsp;Jan van Eck, has previously expressed a bold prediction that Bitcoin could <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42009965/vaneck-ceo-boldly-predicts-bitcoin-at-300k-per-coin-reaching-half-of-golds-market-cap-in-the-face-of-growing-demand">eventually reach $300,000</a>, capturing a substantial share of the gold market as a digital alternative. This long-term outlook underscores the growing demand and institutional interest in Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation.
Price Action: At the time of writing, Bitcoin was trading at $98,663, down by 0.76% in the last 24 hours, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
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Bitcoin Could Reach $180K In Current Cycle Thanks To Trump Victory, Says VanEck, But Has This Warning For Investors

Bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange&nbsp;FTX has announced plans to begin distributing payments to creditors and customers in early 2025. This follows the approval of its&nbsp;Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization, which is expected to become effective by January.
What Happened:&nbsp;John Jay Ray III, the CEO of FTX, announced that the company anticipates its&nbsp;Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization&nbsp;will be effective by January 2025.
Ray expressed satisfaction with the progress, stating, &#8220;We&nbsp;are pleased to announce that&nbsp;we will begin distributing proceeds&nbsp;in early 2025.&#8221;
He emphasized the expertise and ongoing efforts of the professional team supporting the debtors, who have already recovered billions for FTX&#8217;s creditors and customers.
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The announcement follows FTX&#8217;s nearing completion of the final steps required for the reorganization plan.
Payments are expected to be made within 60 days of the plan&#8217;s activation.
&#8220;While&nbsp;we continue to take actions&nbsp;to maximize recoveries, we are&nbsp;full steam ahead to reach&nbsp;arrangements with our distribution agents&nbsp;and return proceeds to creditors&nbsp;and customers as quickly as&nbsp;possible," Ray added.
FTX plans to finalize arrangements&nbsp;with specialized distribution agents by&nbsp;early December. These agents will&nbsp;facilitate the global distribution of recoveries to customers, who will receive instructions to establish approved accounts with these agents.
FTX aims to announce the exact&nbsp;effective date of distribution by&nbsp;the end of next month.
Why It Matters: The announcement marks a pivotal moment in FTX&#8217;s bankruptcy proceedings.
In October, a U.S. bankruptcy judge approved&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/10/41234936/ftx-to-repay-creditors-up-to-16-5b-is-this-bullish-for-bitcoin">FTX's plan</a>&nbsp;to repay creditors up to $16.5 billion, concluding a two-year bankruptcy saga.
This decision came after a series of legal challenges, including a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/08/40248878/ftx-alameda-ordered-to-pay-12-7b-to-creditors-by-u-s-judge">$12.7 billion restitution order</a>&nbsp;in August and a settlement over&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/09/40791711/ftx-moves-to-settle-600m-robinhood-shares-dispute-with-14m-payment-amid-bankruptcy-proceed">Robinhood shares</a>&nbsp;in September.
The approval of the reorganization plan and the upcoming payments are crucial for restoring trust in the crypto ecosystem and providing relief to affected creditors and customers.
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Bankrupt Crypto Exchange FTX To Commence Payments To Customers, Creditors In Early 2025

In a significant development for lunar exploration, Elon Musk-led&nbsp;SpaceX&#8216;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/starship">Starship</a> has been chosen by&nbsp;Lunar Outpost&nbsp;to deliver its new moon rover, Eagle, to the lunar surface.
What Happened: This comes after a successful suborbital test flight of the 400-foot-tall Starship from Texas, marking its sixth flight.
&#8220;Having experienced the recent groundbreaking&nbsp;Starship test flight firsthand, we&#8217;re&nbsp;confident that SpaceX is advancing&nbsp;the most capable launch system&nbsp;ever created and will successfully&nbsp;land our Eagle vehicles on&nbsp;the surface of the moon," said Justin Cyrus, founder and CEO of Lunar Outpost.
This contract is a crucial step for Lunar Outpost&#8217;s mission to establish&nbsp;a sustainable human presence in&nbsp;space.
The company is collaborating with Leidos, MDA Space, Goodyear, and General Motors on the Eagle Rover.
The &#8220;Lunar Dawn&#8221; team, including Lunar Outpost, is one of three private groups selected by NASA to develop a version of the Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV) for the Artemis program.
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SpaceX&#8217;s Starship is also set to launch another LTV rover, FLEX, developed by&nbsp;Venturi Astrolab.
NASA has chosen Starship for its first crewed lunar landing under the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41400036/nasa-assigns-2-missions-to-spacex-for-2025-after-boeings-starliner-stranded-astronauts">Artemis 3 mission</a>, scheduled for late 2026.
Why It Matters: The selection of SpaceX&#8217;s Starship for the lunar mission underscores the company&#8217;s growing role in space exploration.
Recently, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42108681/spacex-shows-off-conceptual-version-of-starship-which-will-help-humans-land-back-on-moon-in-over-50-yrs">SpaceX unveiled a conceptual image</a> of the Starship Human Landing System (HLS) designed to facilitate the first human landing on the Moon since 1971.
This version of Starship will feature landing legs instead of a heat shield and flaps.
Additionally, Musk has expressed confidence in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/space/24/11/42082169/elon-musk-predicts-tesla-cybertrucks-optimus-robots-will-be-aboard-spacex-starships-to-mars-in-2-years">SpaceX&#8217;s ability to send uncrewed Starships to Mars</a> within two years, potentially carrying&nbsp;Tesla Inc.&nbsp;Cybertrucks and Optimus robots as payloads.
Meanwhile,&nbsp;SpaceX&#8217;s satellite internet division, Starlink, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42082877/spacexs-starlink-enables-realtime-views-of-earth-during-starships-6th-test-flight-could-it-be-the-future-of-space-connectivity">demonstrated real-time Earth views</a> during Starship&#8217;s sixth test flight, showcasing the potential for enhanced space connectivity.
While SpaceX is currently a privately held company, investors can leverage&nbsp;Destiny Tech100 Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXYZ#NASDAQ">DXYZ</a>) to participate in the Musk-led space company&#8217;s growth. According to data from&nbsp;<a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, DXYZ has gained over 366% year-to-date.
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Volkswagen (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VWAGY#OTC">VWAGY</a>)&nbsp;is gearing up to introduce its budget-friendly ID.2 electric vehicle by the end of 2025, with an SUV version to follow. This move marks a significant step in Volkswagen&#8217;s strategy to expand its electric vehicle lineup.
What Happened: Volkswagen&nbsp;is on schedule to release its budget-friendly ID.2 electric vehicle by late 2025, <a href="https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/volkswagen-overhaul-entire-electric-car-line-up-2026">reported</a> Autocar. This model is expected to be the most economical in the company&#8217;s lineup, priced under $27,000 (€25,000).
At the LA Auto Show,&nbsp;Volkswagen&#8217;s tech development head,&nbsp;Kai Grünitz, confirmed that the ID.2 will lead a major overhaul of the brand&#8217;s &#8220;ID&#8221; electric car series. Grünitz indicated that significant advancements are anticipated,&nbsp;starting in 2026, with a&nbsp;fresh design approach.
"It's matching 100% to our brand values: it will be stable and likable with our secret sauce—but in a different way," Grünitz said, according to the report.
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The&nbsp;ID.2 will be the first&nbsp;vehicle to utilize&nbsp;Volkswagen&#8217;s new MEB Entry Platform. An SUV version is slated for a reveal&nbsp;at the Munich Motor Show&nbsp;in September 2025, with a GTI model also in development.
Grünitz emphasized that the ID.2 will mark a new beginning for&nbsp;Volkswagen, with customers noticing a substantial transformation. The vehicle promises a range of up to 279 miles (450 km) and combines the spaciousness of a Golf with the affordability of a Polo.
Why It Matters:&nbsp;Volkswagen&#8217;s push to launch the ID.2 comes amid a challenging period for the company.
In the third quarter of 2024, the automaker experienced a 10% decline in electric vehicle sales, primarily in the U.S. and Europe, although&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41307960/volkswagen-ev-sales-drop-10-in-q3-due-to-slowdown-in-us-and-eu-but-china-shines-as-a-bright-spot-wit">China showed a 5% growth</a>. This underscores the importance of the ID.2 as a strategic move to capture a larger market share.
Meanwhile, Volkswagen has been making strategic investments, such as increasing its stake in Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>). Analysts see this as a vital step for both companies, aiding in production and cost efficiency. The collaboration is expected to provide <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/41938838/rivians-deal-with-volkswagen-will-help-ev-giant-navigate-the-ship-in-stormy-waters-says-top-analyst-maintains-outperform-rating-with-20-target">capital for future growth</a>, enhancing vehicle offerings and software integration.
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Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) is set to face a multibillion-dollar lawsuit following the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/24/06/39259832/metas-legal-battle-over-cambridge-analytica-scandal-heads-to-supreme-court">dismissal of its appeal</a> by the U.S. Supreme Court over the Cambridge Analytica data scandal.
What Happened: The Supreme Court, which heard arguments on Meta's appeal on Nov. 6, gave no explanation for the dismissal.&nbsp;
It only stated that the case was being "dismissed as improvidently granted," <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-22/facebook-appeal-over-shareholder-suit-dropped-by-supreme-court?srnd=phx-technology">reported</a> Bloomberg.&nbsp;
This dismissal increases the likelihood of Mark Zuckerberg's Meta facing a costly settlement, potentially as large as $2 billion, according to Bloomberg Intelligence analyst Matthew Schettenhelm.
In a statement, Meta has expressed disappointment and maintained that the plaintiff&#8217;s claims are baseless. "We will continue to defend ourselves as this case is considered by the district court."
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Meta is accused of misleading shareholders about the risks associated with the 2018 Cambridge Analytica scandal, involving the unauthorized use of personal data from over 30 million users.
The shareholders argue that revelations about the breach eventually led to two 2018 price drops that cost the company more than $200 billion in market value.
Meta did not immediately respond to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga&#8217;s</a> request for a statement.
Why It Matters: Meta faced another legal setback in October when a U.S. District Judge rejected the company's attempt to dismiss claims made in two separate lawsuits filed by U.S. states.
The lawsuits accused <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41349398/mark-zuckerbergs-meta-to-face-lawsuits-over-teen-social-media-addiction-judge-rejects-dismissal-moti">Meta of contributing to mental health</a> issues among teenagers by making its platforms addictive.
Moreover, shareholder lawsuits have been a common occurrence in the tech industry. For instance, In October Alibaba Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) agreed to a $433.5 million settlement in a class-action l<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41559403/alibaba-agrees-to-433-5m-settlement-in-shareholder-class-action-lawsuit">awsuit filed by its shareholders</a>.
Similarly, Tilray Brands Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TLRY#NASDAQ">TLRY</a>) also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/24/11/42015978/shareholder-lawsuit-challenges-tilrays-voting-tactics-for-authorized-share-increase">faced a shareholder lawsuit</a> accusing the company of misleading voting practices.
Currently, the Supreme Court is also reviewing an appeal by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/24/11/41960485/nvidias-crypto-past-returns-to-haunt-as-supreme-court-signals-green-light-for-lawsuit">Nvidia Corporation</a> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), which faces a lawsuit alleging it <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/24/11/41960485/nvidias-crypto-past-returns-to-haunt-as-supreme-court-signals-green-light-for-lawsuit">misled shareholders about</a> its dependence on crypto-mining revenue ahead of a market crash.
Price Action: Meta&#8217;s shares dropped 0.7% on Friday, ending the day at $559.14. In after-hours trading, the stock gained 0.098%, reaching $559.69 as of this writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Legal

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Meta Faces Multibillion-Dollar Lawsuit As Supreme Court Dismisses Appeal In Cambridge Analytica Data Scandal

The Securities and Exchange Commission or SEC has set a new record in financial penalties, with a significant portion resulting <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/09/40809382/terraform-labs-historic-4-5b-settlement-with-sec-makes-2024-the-most-penalized-year-for-cr">from a settlement with</a> Terraform Labs.
What Happened: The regulator has gathered $8.2 billion in monetary penalties for the fiscal year 2024, marking the highest amount in the agency&#8217;s history.
This figure represents a 67% increase from the $4.9 billion collected in fiscal year 2023.
Despite the record penalty collection, the SEC saw a 26% decline in enforcement actions during the year, with 583 actions taken.
The regulator also barred 124 individuals from serving as officers and directors of public companies, marking the second-highest number in a decade.
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Moreover, the SEC returned $345 million to investors who had been impacted, bringing the total amount returned since fiscal year 2021 to over $2.7 billion.
The agency also processed 45,130 tips, complaints, and referrals during the year — a record high — including over 24,000 whistleblower submissions.
Notably, more than 14,000 of those submissions came from just two individuals. The regulator has awarded whistleblowers a total of $255 million.
Why It Matters: The SEC has been cracking down on companies for misleading public disclosures related to cybersecurity risks and breaches.
The record-breaking total was largely influenced by a significant monetary judgment against cryptocurrency company Terraform Labs and its former CEO Do Kwon, following a successful SEC jury trial.
The case was one of the largest securities frauds in U.S. history.
Another notable financial <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/01/36649969/morgan-stanley-to-pay-249m-penalty-in-block-trade-case-how-leaks-cost-blackstone-oaktree-million">penalty was a $249 million</a> settlement with Morgan Stanley, resolving SEC charges related to the disclosure of confidential information about large stock sales.
In October, the regulator also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/10/41470706/sec-charges-four-companies-over-solarwinds-hacks-issues-millions-in-penalties">charged four major companies</a> over the SolarWinds hacks, issuing millions in penalties.
Earlier this month, JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. also agreed to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/11/41685913/jpmorgan-to-pay-investors-151-million-after-sec-flags-various-law-violations">pay investors $151 million</a> following SEC charges for various law violations.
The stringent regulatory approach, particularly towards cryptocurrencies, has been a hallmark of SEC Chair Gary Gensler&#8217;s tenure, who <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/42120607/gary-gensler-to-step-down-as-sec-chair-on-trumps-inauguration-day">announced that he will step down</a> in January.
During his tenure, the SEC pursued <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/08/40568347/after-binance-and-coinbase-gary-gensler-led-sec-set-to-lock-horns-with-crypto-exchange-kra">several enforcement actions</a> against prominent cryptocurrency firms, including filing lawsuits against Coinbase and Binance for allegedly running unregistered securities exchanges.
In July, President-elect Donald Trump had stated, "I will <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/07/40018935/trumps-bitcoin-conference-pledge-can-he-really-fire-sec-chair-gensler">fire Gary Gensler</a> on day one." His statement was an indication of a possible change in the SEC's stance on digital assets with the new administration.
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SEC Shatters Record With $8.2B In Penalties For 2024, Led by Terraform Labs' Massive Settlement

Eric Jackson, the founder and portfolio manager at EMJ Capital, has shared his thoughts on the potential catalysts that could drive Bitcoin&#8217;s (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) value to $100,000.
What Happened: On Friday, Jackson appeared on CNBC&#8217;s Closing Bell and suggested that the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, new SEC policies, and global adoption could spark Bitcoin&#8217;s next bull run.
During the interview, Jackson stated, &#8220;I think a lot of people that I talk to say, well, it&#8217;s just going to kiss $100,000 and pull back.&#8221;&nbsp;
Adding, &#8220;But I do think there&#8217;s a chance like that $100,000 milestone could be a rethink for a lot of investors both institutional, sovereign retail, and there are a bunch of catalysts ahead I think.&#8221;
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He went on to explain that the new SEC regime and the potential for a strategic reserve could be significant catalysts for Bitcoin.
Jackson also said that the Thanksgiving period often acts as a springboard for bullish crypto periods, rather than a setback.
He concluded by saying, &#8220;I think those names, you know, and the fact that they … there&#8217;s a real structure that&#8217;s going to be coming into place, around crypto and Bitcoin, I think those will be catalysts in and of themselves.&#8221;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> hitting an all-time high again today on the path to $100K. How much longer can the supportive action continue? <a href="https://twitter.com/ericjackson?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EricJackson</a> discusses:<a href="https://t.co/Z3PZanYx4F">https://t.co/Z3PZanYx4F</a>
&mdash; CNBC&#39;s Closing Bell (@CNBCClosingBell) <a href="https://twitter.com/CNBCClosingBell/status/1860091069284962733?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 22, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: Earlier, Galaxy Digital Holdings Ltd. CEO Mike Novogratz warned of a potential pullback due to excessive market leverage, but maintained that Bitcoin <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42130693/bitcoins-path-to-100k-inevitable-but-leverage-to-the-gills-warns-mike-novogratz-predicts-80k-correction-ahead">reaching $100,000 is &#8220;inevitable.&#8221;</a>
Meanwhile, MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) executive chairman Michael Saylor has predicted that Bitcoin could hit $13 million by 2045, a valuation that would put Bitcoin's market <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42116183/michael-saylor-predicted-bitcoin-to-hit-13-million-if-it-happens-it-will-entail-massive-hyperinflation-analyst-warns">cap at around $250 trillion</a>.
Companies like MicroStrategy, which <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42121936/bitcoin-boom-20-microstrategy-gains-traction-as-a-leveraged-bet-on-crypto-growth">owns more than 150,000 Bitcoins</a>, are emerging as key players in this evolving market, effectively operating as a leveraged bet on the cryptocurrency.
In a note to Benzinga, Sumit Gupta, co-founder of CoinDCX, highlighted the surge in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42135905/bitcoin-nears-100000-momentum-could-continue-well-beyond-the-milestone-experts-note">trading activity as a key driver</a>. He also pointed to developments in the U.S. political landscape as a contributing factor.
The digital asset market has already benefited from the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42131449/with-gary-gensler-preparing-to-quit-in-2025-secs-crypto-cases-likely-to-quietly-go-away-amid-trumps-pro-bitcoin-stance-says-pantera-capitals-katrina-paglia">incoming administration</a> of President-elect Donald Trump, with many speculating that a potential second term could bring more favorable regulatory policies for crypto.
Gupta added that speculation over SEC Chair Gary Gensler's resignation and the possibility of crypto-friendly leadership has further fueled investor optimism.
Price Action: At the time of writing, Bitcoin was trading at $98,816, up nearly 0.2% in the last 24 hours, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
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President-elect Donald Trump has picked hedge fund executive Scott Bessent as the U.S. Treasury Secretary.
What Happened: Bessent, 62 and founder of Key Square Group, was a leading candidate, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42091821/could-donald-trumps-potential-treasury-secretary-be-out-of-his-depth-on-crypto-policy-polymarket-traders-just-cant-decide-on-a-favorite">competing with</a> former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh and private equity executive Marc Rowan.
While sharing the decision on Friday via his social media platform Truth Social, Trump lauded Bessent as "one of the World's foremost International Investors and Geopolitical and Economic Strategists."
<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/22205557/Screenshot-2024-11-23-at-7.25.49%E2%80%AFAM-900x1024.png" alt="" class="wp-image-661913" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Source: Truth Social</figcaption></figure>
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Bessent is known for his support of gradual tariffs and deregulation, aligning with Trump&#8217;s economic vision, which includes reviving manufacturing and achieving energy independence.
Despite his previous role as chief investment officer for George Soros' fund, Trump expressed confidence in Bessent&#8217;s ability to improve U.S. competitiveness and address trade imbalances.
Why It Matters: As Treasury Secretary, Bessent will replace outgoing Secretary Janet Yellen, overseeing financial institutions and combating financial crimes at a time when <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/42140842/sp-500-faces-volatile-2025-as-inflation-boom-could-return-bank-of-america-strategist">the national debt has ballooned to $36 trillion</a>.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/41909846/trumps-treasury-pick-frontrunner-scott-bessent-could-shift-wall-street-crypto">betting markets</a>, Bessent was a frontrunner with an 82% probability of securing the nomination. His appointment could significantly impact Wall Street and the crypto sector.
In October, Bessent assured that a new Trump administration would <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/10/41308042/trump-adviser-defends-ex-presidents-economic-policies-strong-dollar-would-natural">support a strong dollar</a>, countering previous suggestions of a weaker dollar to boost exports.
Despite Elon Musk&#8217;s support for Howard Lutnick, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/24/11/42044642/trump-appears-frustrated-as-elon-musk-chimes-in-on-treasury-secretary-adds-more-names-to-a-list-of-potential-picks">Trump favored Bessent&#8217;s</a> business-as-usual approach.
In July, Bessent gained attention for his optimistic stance on cryptocurrency, suggesting he might support digital assets if confirmed. &#8220;Crypto is about freedom and the crypto economy is here to stay,&#8221; he stated at the time.
The latest 13F filing from Bessent&#8217;s Key Square Group fund shows a highly concentrated portfolio, with equal investments in two banking-focused ETFs: the SPDR S&amp;P Regional Banking ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KRE#NYSE">KRE</a>) and the SPDR S&amp;P Bank ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBE#NYSE">KBE</a>), each making up 50% of the fund.
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UBS analyst Jay Sole maintains Gap (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GAP#NYSE">GAP</a>) with a Sell and raises the price target from $14 to $16.

Analyst Ratings

UBS Maintains Sell on Gap, Raises Price Target to $16

UBS analyst Mark Carden maintains BJ's Wholesale Club (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BJ#NYSE">BJ</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $102 to $108.

UBS Maintains Buy on BJ's Wholesale Club, Raises Price Target to $108

UBS analyst Steven Fisher maintains Deere (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DE#NYSE">DE</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $404 to $462.

UBS Maintains Neutral on Deere, Raises Price Target to $462

UBS analyst Karl Keirstead maintains Salesforce (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $275 to $360.

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Jefferies analyst Lloyd Byrne maintains Bloom Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BE#NYSE">BE</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $12 to $22.

Jefferies Maintains Hold on Bloom Energy, Raises Price Target to $22

Jefferies analyst Jonathan Petersen maintains SL Green Realty (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLG#NYSE">SLG</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $70 to $72.

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Ocean Biomedical, Inc. (NASDAQ: OCEA), today announced that on November 18, 2024, it received a notice from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC ("Nasdaq") stating that because the Company has not yet filed its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended September 30, 2024 (the "Form 10-Q"), the Company is not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1), which requires listed companies to timely file all required periodic reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC").
Ocean Biomedical is delayed in filing the Form 10-Q as a result of previously disclosed developments with respect to filing of its 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023.
The current notice will have no immediate effect on the listing or trading of Ocean Biomedical's common stock on Nasdaq, although there can be no assurances that further delays in the filing of the Form 10-Q will not have an impact on the listing or trading of the company's common stock. On October 16, 2024, Staff notified the Company that since it failed to timely file its Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, and its Forms 10-Q for the periods ended March 31, 2024 and June 30, 2024, the Company's securities were subject to delisting. The Company is now delinquent in the filing its form 10-Q for the period ended September 30, 2024. Accordingly, this matter serves as an additional basis for delisting the Company's securities from The Nasdaq Stock Market. This is formal notification that the Nasdaq Hearings Panel (the "Panel") will consider this matter in their decision regarding the Company's continued listing on The Nasdaq Capital Market, which hearing is scheduled for December 16, 2024. The Company intends to file the delinquent Forms 10-Q and 10-K as soon as practicable.

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During Friday&#39;s morning trading, 70 companies set new 52-week lows.

<h3>Highlights:</h3>

<ul>
	<li>Renault&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/RNLSY#OTC">RNLSY</a>)&nbsp;was the biggest company on a market cap basis to set a new 52-week low.</li>
	<li>The smallest company by market cap to set a new 52-week low was&nbsp;STI Group&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/STUO#OTC">STUO</a>).</li>
	<li>Megola&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/MGON#OTC">MGON</a>)&#39;s shares had the biggest turnaround, impressively rebounding 9900.0% after reaching a new 52-week low.</li>
</ul>

The stocks that set new 52-week lows on Friday:

<ul>
	<li>Renault&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/RNLSY#OTC">RNLSY</a>)&nbsp;stock dropped to a yearly low on Friday morning of $8.68. Shares then traded down 1.08%.</li>
	<li>Ayala Land&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/AYAAY#OTC">AYAAY</a>)&nbsp;shares reached a new 52-week low of $17.25 on Friday morning, later moving down 10.39% over the rest of the day.</li>
	<li>Kansai Electric Power&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/KAEPY#OTC">KAEPY</a>)&nbsp;shares set a new yearly low of $5.50 this morning. The stock was down 1.61% on the session.</li>
	<li>Tokyo Electric Power&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/TKECF#OTC">TKECF</a>)&nbsp;shares reached a new 52-week low of $3.83 on Friday morning, later moving down 1.92% over the rest of the day.</li>
	<li>mixi&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/MIXIF#OTC">MIXIF</a>)&nbsp;shares reached a new 52-week low of $18.00 on Friday morning, later moving down 7.56% over the rest of the day.</li>
	<li>Rhoen Klinikum&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/RKAGY#OTC">RKAGY</a>)&nbsp;shares began trading with a new 52-week low of $8.97 on Friday. The stock was down 0.77% for the day.</li>
	<li>Arch Coal&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/ARCH#NYSE">ARCH</a>)&nbsp;stock hit $65.41 on Friday morning, setting a new 52-week low. The stock traded down 5.27% over the course of the day.</li>
	<li>Hurricane Energy&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/HRCXF#OTC">HRCXF</a>)&nbsp;shares set a new yearly low of $0.35 this morning. The stock was down 1.68% on the session.</li>
	<li>MGP Ingredients&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/MGPI#NASDAQ">MGPI</a>)&nbsp;stock fell to a new 52-week low on Friday morning at $41.59, and later moved down 26.07% over the session.</li>
	<li>Newpark Resources&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/NR#NYSE">NR</a>)&nbsp;shares reached a new 52-week low of $5.23 on Friday morning, later moving down 2.94% over the rest of the day.</li>
	<li>Gulfport Energy&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/GPOR#NASDAQ">GPOR</a>)&nbsp;shares set a new yearly low of $2.04 this morning. The stock was down 8.05% on the session.</li>
	<li>Devro&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/DEITF#OTC">DEITF</a>)&nbsp;shares were down 0.9% over the session, having began the day with a 52-week low of $2.20.</li>
	<li>CONSOL Energy&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/CEIX#NYSE">CEIX</a>)&nbsp;stock hit a new 52-week low of $11.22 to begin trading. The stock was down 3.23% on the session.</li>
	<li>Ted Baker&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/TBAKF#OTC">TBAKF</a>)&nbsp;stock hit $4.35 on Friday morning, setting a new 52-week low. The stock traded down 3.33% over the course of the day.</li>
	<li>Panhandle Oil and Gas&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/PHX#NYSE">PHX</a>)&nbsp;stock hit a new 52-week low of $9.18 to begin trading. The stock was down 3.51% on the session.</li>
	<li>Natural Beauty Bio-Tech&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/NBBTF#OTC">NBBTF</a>)&nbsp;stock fell to a new 52-week low of $0.08 on Friday morning. Shares of the company traded down 15.56% on the day.</li>
	<li>Sylogist&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/SYZLF#OTC">SYZLF</a>)&nbsp;stock hit a new 52-week low of $7.05 to begin trading. The stock was down 0.11% on the session.</li>
	<li>Escalade&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/ESCA#NASDAQ">ESCA</a>)&nbsp;stock hit a yearly low of $8.95 this morning. The stock was down 1.27% for the day.</li>
	<li>Hallador Energy&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/HNRG#NASDAQ">HNRG</a>)&nbsp;shares moved down 4.69% on Friday&#39;s session after setting a new 52-week low of $2.45 to begin trading.</li>
	<li>MMJ Group Holdings&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/MMJJF#OTC">MMJJF</a>)&nbsp;stock hit a new 52-week low of $0.11 to begin trading. The stock was up 4.76% on the session.</li>
	<li>Journey Energy&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/JRNGF#OTC">JRNGF</a>)&nbsp;shares began trading with a new 52-week low of $1.07 on Friday. The stock was down 7.86% for the day.</li>
	<li>Merrimack Pharmaceuticals&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/MACK#NASDAQ">MACK</a>)&nbsp;shares began trading with a new 52-week low of $3.05 on Friday. The stock was up 0.95% for the day.</li>
	<li>Bay Area Gold Group&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/CHPMF#OTC">CHPMF</a>)&nbsp;shares set a new yearly low of $0.01 this morning. The stock was down 14.29% on the session.</li>
	<li>Kewaunee Scientific&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/KEQU#NASDAQ">KEQU</a>)&nbsp;stock set a new 52-week low of $12.56 on Friday morning, with shares later moving down 0.83%.</li>
	<li>China HGS Real Estate&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/HGSH#NASDAQ">HGSH</a>)&nbsp;shares set a new yearly low of $0.58 this morning. The stock was down 8.0% on the session.</li>
	<li>Jetblack&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/JTBK#OTC">JTBK</a>)&nbsp;stock hit $0.02 on Friday morning, setting a new 52-week low. The stock traded down 9.09% over the course of the day.</li>
	<li>Rapid Dose Therapeutics&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/RDTCF#OTC">RDTCF</a>)&nbsp;shares set a new yearly low of $0.27 this morning. The stock was down 0.92% on the session.</li>
	<li>Elio Motors&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/ELIO#OTC">ELIO</a>)&nbsp;shares began trading with a new 52-week low of $0.40 on Friday. The stock was 0.0% (flat) for the day.</li>
	<li>ICC Intl Cannabis&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/WLDCF#OTC">WLDCF</a>)&nbsp;shares reached a new 52-week low of $0.01 on Friday morning, later moving down 0.2% over the rest of the day.</li>
	<li>Salarius Pharmaceuticals&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/SLRX#NASDAQ">SLRX</a>)&nbsp;stock dropped to a yearly low on Friday morning of $2.90. Shares then traded down 4.28%.</li>
	<li>Summit Wireless&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/WISA#NASDAQ">WISA</a>)&nbsp;stock hit $0.52 on Friday morning, setting a new 52-week low. The stock traded down 10.56% over the course of the day.</li>
	<li>Hawkeye Systems&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/HWKE#OTC">HWKE</a>)&nbsp;stock hit a yearly low of $0.75 this morning. The stock was down 6.25% for the day.</li>
	<li>CPI Card Gr&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/PMTS#NASDAQ">PMTS</a>)&nbsp;stock hit a yearly low of $0.61 this morning. The stock was up 6.38% for the day.</li>
	<li>Lotus Ventures&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/LTTSF#OTC">LTTSF</a>)&nbsp;stock set a new 52-week low of $0.0012 on Friday morning, with shares later moving down 98.92%.</li>
	<li>Farmmi&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/FAMI#NASDAQ">FAMI</a>)&nbsp;shares fell to $0.72 on Friday morning, setting a new 52-week low. Shares then moved down 4.25%.</li>
	<li>Bang Holdings&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/BXNG#OTC">BXNG</a>)&nbsp;shares fell to $0.26 on Friday morning, setting a new 52-week low. Shares then moved down 38.02%.</li>
	<li>Real Good Food&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/RLGDF#OTC">RLGDF</a>)&nbsp;shares began trading with a new 52-week low of $0.07 on Friday. The stock was down 26.47% for the day.</li>
	<li>School Specialty&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/SCOO#OTC">SCOO</a>)&nbsp;shares set a new yearly low of $0.35 this morning. The stock was down 8.33% on the session.</li>
	<li>Ameri Holdings&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/AMRH#NASDAQ">AMRH</a>)&nbsp;shares were down 9.09% over the session, having began the day with a 52-week low of $1.62.</li>
	<li>Reunion Industries&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/RUNI#OTC">RUNI</a>)&nbsp;shares set a new yearly low of $0.000051 this morning. The stock was down 49.0% on the session.</li>
	<li>Wall Street Media Co&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/WSCO#OTC">WSCO</a>)&nbsp;shares began trading with a new 52-week low of $0.10 on Friday. The stock was down 9.09% for the day.</li>
	<li>American Diversified Hldg&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/ADHC#OTC">ADHC</a>)&nbsp;shares set a new yearly low of $0.0015 this morning. The stock was up 4.76% on the session.</li>
	<li>Bravo Multinational&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/BRVO#OTC">BRVO</a>)&nbsp;shares hit a yearly low of $0.17 today morning. The stock was up 18.1% on the session.</li>
	<li>Monarca Minerals&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/ORAGF#OTC">ORAGF</a>)&nbsp;shares fell to $0.02 on Friday morning, setting a new 52-week low. Shares then moved down 41.38%.</li>
	<li>BioRestorative Therapies&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/BRTX#OTC">BRTX</a>)&nbsp;shares hit a yearly low of $0.0038 today morning. The stock was down 4.0% on the session.</li>
	<li>Fidelity Minerals&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/SAIDF#OTC">SAIDF</a>)&nbsp;shares fell to $0.03 on Friday morning, setting a new 52-week low. Shares then moved down 2.62%.</li>
	<li>Destination Maternity&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/DESTQ#OTC">DESTQ</a>)&nbsp;shares were down 19.96% over the session, having began the day with a 52-week low of $0.02.</li>
	<li>Grandwon&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/GWON#OTC">GWON</a>)&nbsp;stock hit $0.08 on Friday morning, setting a new 52-week low. The stock traded down 69.85% over the course of the day.</li>
	<li>Wellstar Intl&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/WLSI#OTC">WLSI</a>)&nbsp;stock moved up 9900.0% over Friday&#39;s trading session after setting a new 52-week low of $0.000001 to open trading.</li>
	<li>TheDirectory.com&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/SEEK#OTC">SEEK</a>)&nbsp;shares set a new 52-week low of $0.000001 today morning. The stock traded down 99.0% over the session.</li>
	<li>APT MotoVox Group&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/MTVX#OTC">MTVX</a>)&nbsp;shares reached a new 52-week low of $0.000001 on Friday morning, later moving 0.0% (flat) over the rest of the day.</li>
	<li>Troubadour Resources&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/TROUF#OTC">TROUF</a>)&nbsp;stock moved down 39.29% over Friday&#39;s trading session after setting a new 52-week low of $0.03 to open trading.</li>
	<li>Dragon Life Science&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/NOHO#OTC">NOHO</a>)&nbsp;shares moved down 99.0% on Friday&#39;s session after setting a new 52-week low of $0.000001 to begin trading.</li>
	<li>Trio Resources&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/TRII#OTC">TRII</a>)&nbsp;shares moved down 16.67% on Friday&#39;s session after setting a new 52-week low of $0.001 to begin trading.</li>
	<li>Trans Global Group&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/TGGI#OTC">TGGI</a>)&nbsp;shares fell to $0.000001 on Friday morning, setting a new 52-week low. Shares then moved 0.0% (flat).</li>
	<li>China Crescent&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/CCTR#OTC">CCTR</a>)&nbsp;shares set a new yearly low of $0.000001 this morning. The stock was 0.0% (flat) on the session.</li>
	<li>NeoMedia Technologies&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/NEOM#OTC">NEOM</a>)&nbsp;stock hit $0.000001 on Friday morning, setting a new 52-week low. The stock traded down 99.0% over the course of the day.</li>
	<li>Innerscope Hearing Techno&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/INND#OTC">INND</a>)&nbsp;shares were 0.0% (flat) over the session, having began the day with a 52-week low of $0.0006.</li>
	<li>CaliPharms&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/KGET#OTC">KGET</a>)&nbsp;stock fell to a new 52-week low on Friday morning at $0.000001, and later moved down 99.0% over the session.</li>
	<li>FBEC Worldwide&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/FBEC#OTC">FBEC</a>)&nbsp;stock dropped to a yearly low on Friday morning of $0.000001. Shares then traded down 99.0%.</li>
	<li>Eyes on the Go&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/AXCG#OTC">AXCG</a>)&nbsp;stock moved down 99.0% over Friday&#39;s trading session after setting a new 52-week low of $0.000001 to open trading.</li>
	<li>Arax Holdings&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/ARAT#OTC">ARAT</a>)&nbsp;shares set a new yearly low of $0.03 this morning. The stock was 0.0% (flat) on the session.</li>
	<li>International Power Group&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/IPWG#OTC">IPWG</a>)&nbsp;shares moved 0.0% (flat) on Friday&#39;s session after setting a new 52-week low of $0.000001 to begin trading.</li>
	<li>Manaris 2010&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/AVNY#OTC">AVNY</a>)&nbsp;stock set a new 52-week low of $0.000001 on Friday morning, with shares later moving 0.0% (flat).</li>
	<li>World Moto&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/FARE#OTC">FARE</a>)&nbsp;stock hit a yearly low of $0.000001 this morning. The stock was down 99.0% for the day.</li>
	<li>Health Sciences Group&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/HESG#OTC">HESG</a>)&nbsp;shares set a new yearly low of $0.000001 this morning. The stock was 0.0% (flat) on the session.</li>
	<li>Affiliated Resources&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/AFFL#OTC">AFFL</a>)&nbsp;shares were 0.0% (flat) over the session, having began the day with a 52-week low of $0.000001.</li>
	<li>Jammin Java&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/JAMN#OTC">JAMN</a>)&nbsp;shares began trading with a new 52-week low of $0.000001 on Friday. The stock was 0.0% (flat) for the day.</li>
	<li>Megola&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/MGON#OTC">MGON</a>)&nbsp;stock fell to a new 52-week low of $0.0019 on Friday morning. Shares of the company traded down 29.41% on the day.</li>
	<li>STI Group&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="/stock/STUO#OTC">STUO</a>)&nbsp;stock hit a new 52-week low of $0.000009 to begin trading. The stock was up 800.0% on the session.</li>
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