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Michael Dell, founder of Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>), grabbed headlines again for his bullish view on the world's largest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>).
What Happened: The tech entrepreneur was reacting to a video in which BlackRock CEO Larry Fink <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/07/39779164/bitcoin-is-a-legitimate-financial-instrument-says-blackrock-ceo-larry-fink">acknowledged Bitcoin as a legitimate financial instrument</a>.&nbsp;
Dell wrote "Fascinating Bitcoin" in response, indicating his support for Fink's stance on the cryptocurrency. 
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&mdash; Michael Dell (@MichaelDell) <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelDell/status/1812895900068442621?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 15, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: Of late, the billionaire businessman has indicated a possible interest in the digital currency through a series of social media interactions.
Last month, he shared a digitally modified image of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/06/39439756/michael-dell-interested-in-bitcoin-says-scarcity-creates-value-and-michael-saylor-agrees">Sesame Street's Cookie Monster, depicted as consuming Bitcoin instead of cookies.</a>
He launched a poll asking his followers about the "most important thing." <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/07/39570418/michael-dells-bullish-bitcoin-stance-renews-interest-in-king-crypto-heres-how-much-youd-ha">The highest number of votes was secured by Bitcoin</a>, among options that also included AI.
Bitcoin supporters have seized on these signals, considering them as possible evidence that Dell Technologies, like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/07/39730197/bitcoin-development-company-microstrategy-announces-10-for-1-stock-split">MicroStrategy</a>, may include the world&#8217;s largest digital asset on its balance sheet.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Price Action: At the time of writing, Bitcoin is exchanging hands at $64,576.74, up 3.27% in the last 24 hours, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA..">data from Benzinga Pro</a>. Shares of Dell closed 1.66% lower at $137.25 during Monday's regular trading session.
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Jim Cramer has identified a list of stocks that could experience significant gains or losses if Donald Trump secures the 2024 presidential election.
What Happened: Cramer, the host of &#8220;Mad Money,&#8221; highlighted the potential stock market impacts of a Trump re-election on his show. He noted that the recent assassination attempt on Trump has led to increased speculation about his chances of winning against President Joe Biden in the upcoming election, <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/07/15/cramer-names-stocks-that-could-rally-or-fall-if-trump-wins-in-2024.html">reported</a> CNBC.
"After this weekend, it sure seems like the Trump stocks are back," Cramer said. "Just keep in mind that plenty of companies are great enough to transcend politics, and sometimes what counts as a Trump stock can change on a dime."
Cramer suggested that Trump&#8217;s administration would likely be more amenable to mergers and acquisitions, which could benefit major investment banks such as JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), Goldman Sachs Group Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), Morgan Stanley (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>), and Bank of America Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>). 
He also predicted that environmental policy changes under a Trump administration could negatively impact companies like Enphase Energy Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>), Solaredge Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEDG#NASDAQ">SEDG</a>), Sunrun Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RUN#NASDAQ">RUN</a>), and Sunnova Energy International Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOVA#NYSE">NOVA</a>).
"Eight years ago, in a moment gripped by political fever, I put a button on my sound board that said ‘Trump stock, Trump stock,' Cramer said. "After this weekend's events, it looks like I have to bring it back."
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Why It Matters: Cramer has previously emphasized the potential benefits of a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/07/39647221/jim-cramer-says-trumps-return-to-white-house-could-be-good-for-your-portfolio-hate-him-or-like-h">Trump presidency for the stock market</a>. Cramer in July suggested that Trump&#8217;s return to the White House could be &#8220;good for your portfolio,&#8221; citing Trump&#8217;s focus on stock market performance as a key factor.
Moreover, Cramer has highlighted JPMorgan as a significant <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/24/07/39736673/jim-cramer-the-biggest-beneficiary-of-ai-is-going-to-be-jpmorgan">beneficiary of the AI boom</a>. He predicted that the company would reap substantial benefits from advancements in AI technology, which could be further amplified under a Trump administration.
Recent events have also influenced market sentiment. An <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/07/39778541/trump-shooting-recalls-memories-of-reagan-assassination-attempt-heres-how-markets-react-to-political">assassination attempt on Trump</a> on Jul. 13, has led to increased optimism about his chances of winning the 2024 election. This has resulted in a rally for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39771537/trump-media-other-trump-linked-stocks-rally-after-assassination-attempt-on-former-president">Trump-linked stocks</a>.
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The injection of positive volatility sent memecoins rallying Monday, with coins from the sector emerging as the cryptocurrency market's biggest gainers.&nbsp;
What Happened: Frog-themed Pepe was the best-performing cryptocurrency in the last 24 hours, with gains upwards of 25%. Its trading volume surged 90% to $1.5 billion, making it the most-traded memecoin over the last 24 hours.&nbsp;
Solana (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>)-based dogwifhat was the second-highest gainer on the day, followed by Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)-based Floki. Both dog-themed coins recorded healthy upticks in 24-hour trading volumes.&nbsp;
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Additionally, blue-chip memecoins in the market also registered significant spikes. Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd">SHIB</a>) jumped more than 10% to $0.00001988, while pioneer Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>) soared 7% to $0.1261.
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The activist hedge fund Starboard Value which was founded in 2002 by Jeffrey Smith and Mark Mitchell with Smith serving as CEO has acquired a substantial stake in Match Group Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTCH#NASDAQ">MTCH</a>), the parent company of Tinder. The fund is urging Match Group to enhance its margins or consider a sale if the proposed changes do not yield the desired results.
What Happened: Starboard Value has taken a keen interest in Match Group. The hedge fund has accumulated a stake of over 6.5% in the online dating company and is advocating for a potential sale if the company&#8217;s performance does not improve, The Wall Street Journal <a href="https://www.wsj.com/business/deals/starboard-builds-big-stake-in-tinder-parent-match-59b0a176?mod=latest_headlines">reported</a> on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Match Group has been the focus of other activist investors, including Elliott Investment Management. The company&#8217;s shares have declined by approximately 12% this year, leading to a market capitalization of $8.5 billion.
Starboard is of the opinion that Match Group should concentrate on enhancing Tinder, which contributes more than half of the company&#8217;s total revenue. The fund suggests achieving this through product innovation and cost reductions. Starboard also sees potential in the Hinge business and Match Group&#8217;s other emerging apps.
Additionally, Starboard is advocating for more aggressive share buybacks by Match Group. If these changes are not implemented successfully, Starboard suggests that Match Group should consider going private.
A Match Group spokesperson stated that the company is &#8220;relentlessly focused on executing our key initiatives, which include: driving growth at Tinder, continuing Hinge's impressive expansion, maintaining appropriate financial discipline, and returning capital to our shareholders.&#8221;
 Starboard Value, Match Group, and Tinder did not immediately respond to&nbsp;<a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga</a>'s request for comment.
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Why It Matters: Match Group, which also owns dating platforms such as OkCupid and Plenty of Fish, has seen a significant shift in its market performance. The company&#8217;s market capitalization soared above $40 billion in 2021, but a decline in active users and inflated costs have since impacted its shares.
Starboard&#8217;s move to push for strategic changes in Match Group&#8217;s operations is indicative of the growing influence of activist investors in the tech sector. This trend is also evident in other companies, such as GoDaddy and Splunk, where Starboard has recently been active, according to the report.
Match Group reported its first quarter in May, the revenue came in at $787.12 million, missing the consensus of $793.87 million&nbsp;and representing a 2% decline from the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/23/05/32173628/why-tinder-parent-match-stock-is-trading-higher-after-hours-today">same period last year</a>.
Price Action: Match Group&#8217;s stock closed at $32.02 on Monday, marking a decrease of 0.81% for the day. In after-hours trading, the stock surged to $34.76, reflecting an increase of 8.56%. Year to date, Match Group has declined by 12.06%, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Mark Cuban, the billionaire entrepreneur and television personality, has issued a warning about the potential influence of AI algorithms on the upcoming 2024 election.
What Happened: Cuban, who is known for his role on ABC&#8217;s &#8220;Shark Tank,&#8221; took to his social media platform X to express his concerns about the role of AI algorithms in shaping public opinion and potentially steering the outcome of the 2024 election. 
He suggested that the narratives delivered by these algorithms might be more influential than the actual events and the policies or personalities of the candidates.
&#8220;This seems to be to be a race where everyone&#8217;s frame of reference is influenced more by the narratives delivered by the algorithms we consume than the actual events themselves,&#8221; Cuban wrote in a post on X.
He added, &#8220;This is the first AI driven election season where policy and personalities mean nothing and algorithms drive everything.&#8221;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Here is my unpopular on <a href="https://twitter.com/X?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@X</a> opinion on this political cycle: &quot;This seems to be to be a race where everyone&#39;s frame of reference is influenced more by the narratives delivered by the algorithms we consume than the actual events themselves. Those algorithms evolve as new…
&mdash; Mark Cuban (@mcuban) <a href="https://twitter.com/mcuban/status/1812892548018692253?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 15, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Cuban also highlighted the significant influence of those who control the algorithms for major online platforms and those who can manipulate these algorithms to their advantage.
The 2024 election, scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, will determine the next President of the United States, who will begin a four-year term in the White House starting January 2025. Former President Donald Trump is gearing up for a rematch against the incumbent, Joe Biden.
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Why It Matters: Cuban&#8217;s warning comes amid a growing concern over the potential impact of AI and algorithms on elections and public opinion. Earlier this year, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and U.S. election officials voiced concerns about the potential threat of AI-generated disinformation on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/03/38013364/hilary-clinton-sounds-alarm-over-ai-generated-disinformation-ahead-of-2024-elections-anybody-who">2024 presidential election</a>.
Meanwhile, tech leaders like Elon Musk have been at the center of debates over AI and election interference. Musk <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37639890/elon-musk-slams-aoc-after-ny-rep-makes-election-interference-allegations-about-x-i-made-the-algorith">responded to allegations</a> of election interference made by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) by stating that he had made the algorithm open source and neutral.
In June, Cuban employed OpenAI&#8216;s ChatGPT to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/06/39566942/mark-cuban-asked-chatgpt-to-analyze-first-trump-biden-debate-and-judge-the-duos-communication-skills">analyze the first Trump-Biden debate</a> and judge the duo&#8217;s communication skills and professionalism. This move was seen as a demonstration of the increasing role of AI in shaping public opinion and potentially influencing elections.
In addition, the &#8220;Godfather of AI&#8221; and Meta Platforms Inc. chief AI scientist Yann LeCun has dismissed the possibility of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37640825/is-it-possible-to-make-an-unbiased-ai-system-godfather-of-ai-working-at-meta-says-absolutely-not">creating an unbiased AI system</a>. LeCun discussed the inherent biases in AI systems and the challenges in developing truly neutral algorithms.
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Senator J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) has been <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/07/39780777/trump-picks-senator-j-d-vance-as-running-mate-musk-says-great-choice-for-vp">announced</a> as former President Donald Trump's running mate. He is known for his pro-cryptocurrency leanings. 
What Happened: Vance holds over $100,000-$250,000 in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>), according to his latest financial disclosures.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">According to his most recent financial disclosure last year, Trump&#39;s Vice President pick <a href="https://twitter.com/JDVance1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JDVance1</a> is a bitcoiner. <a href="https://t.co/p5h7EWOIE6">pic.twitter.com/p5h7EWOIE6</a>
&mdash; Jameson Lopp (@lopp) <a href="https://twitter.com/lopp/status/1812933682988019898?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 15, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Additionally, the Republican senator has promoted legislation considered favorable to the cryptocurrency industry. As per a <a href="https://www.politico.com/news/2024/06/26/vance-crypto-00164859">report </a>by Politico, Vance is working on a bill that will regulate how the asset class would be regulated in the U.S.
The bill would reportedly lay out clear guidelines on the roles of SEC and CFTC, and is said to be an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/05/39004550/exclusive-all-you-need-to-know-about-the-fit21-crypto-bill">improved version of the FIT21</a>, passed by the House earlier in May.
Vance has also been critical of SEC Chair Gary Gensler's approach to cryptocurrency regulation, calling it the "exact opposite of what it should be."
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">JD Vance is not a fan of Gary Gensler or his approach to Crypto regulation <a href="https://t.co/BjWQVbSGHw">https://t.co/BjWQVbSGHw</a>
&mdash; James Seyffart (@JSeyff) <a href="https://twitter.com/JSeyff/status/1812974454911475738?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 15, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: The appointment of Vance is the latest in a string of pro-cryptocurrency signals put forward by Trump, who has actively sought to rally support for the idea.
Whether it&#8217;s his reassurances about making the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/05/38723503/trump-pledges-to-make-sure-you-can-donate-using-crypto-to-his-2024-campaign-unwittingly-se">U.S. a crypto-friendly destination</a>, positioning himself as a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/06/39239552/trump-declares-himself-crypto-president-after-raising-12m-at-vc-hosted-san-francisco-fundr">&#8220;crypto president,&#8221;</a> or accepting political donations in cryptocurrencies, the positive campaigning has helped build support among advocates of the asset class.
Price Action: At the time of writing, Bitcoin was exchanging hands at $64,669.24, rising 3.62% in the last 24 hours, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA..">data from Benzinga Pro</a>. Trump-inspired Maga Coin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">TRUMP</a>) is up 11.64% as of this writing.
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Trump's Vice Presidential Pick J.D. Vance Holds Bitcoin, Supports Pro-Crypto Legislation

President Joe Biden took to X to assert his accomplishments in office, despite concerns about his age and fitness for the role.
What Happened: On Monday, Biden said in a post, &#8220;I've been doing this a long time, I know I'm not a young guy. But I've gotten more done than any president has in a long, long time. I'm willing to be judged on that.&#8221;
Biden shared a video excerpt of an NBC interview with NBC anchor Lester Holt in the post.
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&mdash; Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) <a href="https://twitter.com/JoeBiden/status/1813034764070494570?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 16, 2024</a></blockquote>
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The post on the Elon Musk-owned social media platform comes amidst growing concerns about his age and fitness to serve as president. Recent polls have shown a decline in voters' confidence in Biden&#8217;s mental and physical fitness, particularly after his performance in the initial 2024 presidential debate.
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Why It Matters: Biden&#8217;s tweet appears to be a response to these concerns. Despite the criticism, Biden still <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39764047/trump-vs-biden-one-candidate-leaps-ahead-of-another-in-latest-survey">enjoys a 10-point lead</a> among self-identified Democratic voters, according to a Fox News poll.
However, the same poll reveals that a significant majority of voters are concerned that Biden's age could pose a threat to national security. The poll was carried out after the first debate and before the attempted assassination on former President Donald Trump.
Following the assassination attempt, Biden <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39764815/trump-responds-to-bidens-call-for-unity-following-assassination-attempt-unite-america">called for unity</a>, to which Trump responded with a two-word message: &#8220;Unite America!&#8221;
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Biden Says He's Only 3-Year Older Than Trump: 'I Know I'm Not A Young Guy But ...'

The future of AI, simulation, and the role of research in the graphics and technology intersection will be the focus of a public fireside chat between NVIDIA Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) founder and CEO Jensen Huang and Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg at the upcoming SIGGRAPH 2024 conference.
What Happened: The two tech leaders will be discussing the future of AI and simulation at the SIGGRAPH graphics conference in Denver on Jul. 29, according to an Nvidia <a href="https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/huang-zuckerberg-siggraph-2024/">blog</a> post. The conference is scheduled for Jul. 28 to Aug. 1, and will also feature a fireside chat on AI and graphics for the new computing revolution.
The conference will highlight SIGGRAPH&#8217;s ongoing role in technological innovation, with nearly 100 exhibitors showcasing the future of graphics. 
The SIGGRAPH Innovation Zone will feature startups at the forefront of computing and graphics, offering insights into the technological horizon from industry leaders like Huang.
ACM SIGGRAPH hosts SIGGRAPH 2024, the premier global conference for computer graphics and interactive techniques. For over 50 years, it has led in identifying industry trends. The 51st annual event focuses on innovation in real-time graphics, art, and systems, enhancing human interactions and spectator experiences.
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Why It Matters: The upcoming fireside chat between Huang and Zuckerberg is a continuation of their public interactions. In April, Zuckerberg revealed the &#8220;secret ingredient&#8221; behind his <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/04/38345794/mark-zuckerberg-spills-the-beans-on-his-bromance-with-nvidias-jensen-huang-hell-yeah-lets-m">close relationship with Huang</a>, which revolves around a shared love for cheesesteaks. The two tech leaders, who are both at the helm of trillion-dollar companies, often bond over food.
Earlier in the year, Zuckerberg <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37974918/mark-zuckerberg-dons-nvidia-ceo-jensen-huangs-iconic-leather-jacket-in-viral-photo-calls-him-taylor">swapped jackets</a> with Huang, sparking a social media frenzy. The SIGGRAPH conference will provide a platform for the two leaders to delve into the future of graphics and technology, a topic that has been at the forefront of their public interactions.
Despite the ongoing discussions about the future of technology, a recent <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/24/07/39784272/exclusive-benzinga-readers-most-want-to-work-for-musk-over-zuckerberg-cook-huang-bezos-but-who-">Benzinga reader survey</a> revealed that readers most want to work for Tesla Inc. CEO Elon Musk over Zuckerberg, Apple Inc. CEO Tim Cook, Huang, and Amazon.com founder Jeff Bezos. This indicates that while the tech industry is keen on the future of technology, the appeal of working with specific tech leaders varies.
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang And Meta's Mark Zuckerberg Set To Discuss Future Of AI And Simulation At SIGGRAPH 2024

DA Davidson analyst Linda Bolton Weiser maintains Estee Lauder Cos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EL#NYSE">EL</a>) with a Buy and maintains $191 price target.

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DA Davidson Maintains Buy on Estee Lauder Cos, Maintains $191 Price Target

Chardan Capital analyst Geulah Livshits maintains Lexeo Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXEO#NASDAQ">LXEO</a>) with a Buy and maintains $23 price target.

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Chardan Capital Maintains Buy on Lexeo Therapeutics, Maintains $23 Price Target

The Bitcoin market maintained its strong weekend momentum into Monday, as Donald Trump&#8217;s failed assassination attempt and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell&#8217;s positive speech bolstered risk appetite.
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<td>+5.49%</td>
<td>$64,584.97</td>
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<td>+5.72%</td>
<td>$3,467.60</td>
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<td>+7.49%</td>
<td>$0.1249</td>
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What Happened: Bitcoin shot past $64,000 for the first time in three weeks, extending a rally triggered after former President <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39779392/secret-service-failure-to-prevent-trump-shooting-under-scrutiny-by-democrats-republicans-we-cant-all">Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt at an election rally.</a> The King Crypto is up 12% since this event.
Ethereum got a boost after experts zeroed in on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/07/39784783/ethereum-spot-etfs-likely-to-start-trading-by-july-23-provided-no-unforeseeable-last-min-i">July 23 launch of its spot ETF products</a>. The world's second-largest cryptocurrency entered the $3,400 zone for the first time since June 3.
Over $184 million locked in derivatives positions was liquidated in the last 24 hours, with bearish traders losing nearly $150 million of the total.&nbsp;
The upsurge resulted in a 5.25% spike in Bitcoin's Open Interest, signaling an influx of fresh money into the market.
That said, the number of traders taking upside bets for the asset dropped vis-à-vis those opening bearish bets.&nbsp;
The Cryptocurrency Fear and Greed Index flashed &#8220;Greed&#8221; as of this writing, indicating a huge shift in market sentiment following last week&#8217;s fear and anxiety.
Top Gainers (24-Hours)
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The global cryptocurrency market cap surged 5.35% in the last 24 hours to hit $2.37 trillion.
Stocks started the week on a high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average soared 210.82 points, or 0.53%, to close at 40,211.72. The blue-chip index hit a new intraday high during the session. The S&amp;P 500 gained 0.28% to end at 5,631.22, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite added 0.40% to close at 18,472.57.
The rally <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/07/39764702/bitcoin-ethereum-dogecoin-recover-as-market-reacts-positively-to-trump-escaping-assassinat">comes in response</a> to Trump surviving an attempt on his life, with investors betting on big political gains for the Republican presidential nominee leading into the polls later this year.
Additionally, the market considered the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/07/39779256/powell-praises-latest-inflation-progress-hints-at-imminent-rate-cuts-warns-hes-ve">dovish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell,</a> who expressed confidence that inflation is moving toward the 2% target.
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Analyst Notes: Widely-followed cryptocurrency trader Altcoin Sherpa asked investors to exercise caution, saying, "I don&#8217;t think we&#8217;re necessarily out of the woods yet."
He added that an ideal scenario for Bitcoin would be to chop in the $60,000 &#8211; $61,000 zone and then retest. "More time spent here is better for a more sustainable bottom," the trader remarked.
The firm forecasted that developments around U.S. politics will continue to influence the market, at least for the rest of the year.&nbsp;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC</a>: Here is what you basically want to see for the next dip (wherever it happens): you want to see 60-61k hold strongly and form some sort of bottom after some chop. More time spent here is better for a more sustainable bottom. What you don&#39;t want to see: weak bounce followed… <a href="https://t.co/d5OVjH6P6r">pic.twitter.com/d5OVjH6P6r</a>
&mdash; Altcoin Sherpa (@AltcoinSherpa) <a href="https://twitter.com/AltcoinSherpa/status/1813019051553141039?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 16, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Another prominent analyst Benjamin Cowen predicted King Crypto's next big challenge will potentially be a backtest of $60,000.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">If <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BTC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BTC</a> finds resistance at $64k, and this move remains constructive, then the big test will come potentially on a backtest of $60k. Similar move as what happened back in May <a href="https://t.co/YO0KuY3LQS">pic.twitter.com/YO0KuY3LQS</a>
&mdash; Benjamin Cowen (@intocryptoverse) <a href="https://twitter.com/intocryptoverse/status/1812906491919114749?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 15, 2024</a></blockquote>
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A recent report by Beacon Securities, on the cannabis industry in Florida provides insights into campaign donations, political endorsements, market competition, and financial forecasts.
<h3>Libertarian Endorsement</h3>
According to the report the Libertarian Party of Florida has formally endorsed the adult-use legalization measure. This endorsement could signal a shift in voter sentiment, as the party advocates for personal freedom regarding cannabis use. The growing political support from various parties highlights the increasing acceptance of cannabis legalization.
<h3>Hemp Industry&#39;s Political Contributions</h3>
CBS News reported that<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/07/39692990/hold-my-beer-breweries-offer-thc-on-tap-in-minnesota-what-investors-need-to-know"> hemp </a>executives pledged $5M in donations to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/florida-cannabis">Florida&rsquo;s </a>Republican Party after Governor DeSantis vetoed a bill that would have negatively impacted the hemp industry.
The report indicated that the veto was seen as a strategic move, with WhatsApp messages from the group Save Florida Hemp suggesting the veto secured the hemp industry&#39;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/07/39760907/ron-desantis-floridas-gop-and-hemp-industry-pile-on-to-defeat-marijuana-legalization">alignment with Governor DeSantis</a> against the adult-use legalization measure on the November ballot.
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<h3>New Dispensaries, Market Share, and Competition</h3>
Trulieve Cannabis (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tcnnf#OTC">TCNNF</a>), leading the market with 140 locations, continues to expand, recently opening a new dispensary in Gulf Breeze. Verano Holdings follows with 77 locations, aiming to increase its market presence.
The competition among major players like Trulieve, Curaleaf (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/curlf#OTC">CURLF</a>), and Verano (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vrnof#OTC">VRNOF</a>) is intensifying, with each company employing strategies to capture more market share.
Data from the Florida Department of Health shows that these companies are <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/04/38470560/landing-in-floridas-cannabis-market-legal-adult-use-marijuana-could-yield-874m-in-2">driving significant sales </a>of both flower and oil-based products, as per Beacon&rsquo;s report.
<h3>Financial Performance</h3>
Verano Holdings and Curaleaf Holdings are expected to report their Q2 results on August 7th, with Verano forecasting revenue and adjusted EBITDA at the lower end of estimates.
Rescheduling and elimination of 280E tax penalties are anticipated to substantially boost operating cash flow and free cash flow for these companies.
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These issues will be a hot topic&nbsp;at the upcoming Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago this Oct. 8-9. Join us to get more insight into what the wave of weed legalization means for the future of investing in the&nbsp;industry. Hear directly from top executives, investors, advocates, and policymakers.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/benzinga-capital-conference-cannabis-fall-2024-tickets-858948065787?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Get your tickets now</a>&nbsp;before prices go up by following&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/benzinga-capital-conference-cannabis-fall-2024-tickets-858948065787?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">this link</a>.
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At the close of trading on Monday, U.S. stocks were in positive territory. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.5%, reaching 40,211.72. The S&amp;P 500 increased by 0.3% to 5,631.22, and the Nasdaq climbed 0.4% to 18,472.57.
These are the top stocks that gained the attention of retail traders and investors throughout the day:
Trump Media &amp; Technology Group Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DJT#NASDAQ">DJT</a>)
The stock closed the day with a significant increase of 31.37% at $40.58, hitting an intraday high of $46.27 and a low of $38.06. The 52-week range for the stock is $79.38 to $22.55. Trump Media shares pulled back in the after-hours session after came after the company, associated with former President Donald Trump, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39783087/trump-media-stock-is-falling-after-the-bell-whats-going-on">filed a prospectus</a> for the resale of nearly 38 million shares of common stock.
Coinbase Global Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>)
Coinbase&#8217;s stock rose by 11.39% to close at $242.85, with an intraday high of $247.5 and a low of $228. The 52-week high and low for the stock are $283.48 and $69.63 respectively. The rise in the stock&#8217;s price was <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39774705/microstrategy-coinbase-robinhood-tesla-and-other-big-stocks-moving-higher-on-monday">attributed</a> to the surge in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) prices past the key $63,000 level.
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Marathon Digital Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>)
Marathon Digital&#8217;s stock saw an 18.34% increase, closing at $24.58. The stock hit an intraday high of $24.98 and a low of $21.56. The 52-week range for the stock is $34.09 to $7.16. The stock&#8217;s rise was <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/07/39773313/whats-going-on-with-bitcoin-mining-stocks-marathon-digital-cleanspark-coinbase-microstrate">in line with the surge</a> in Bitcoin prices.
Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>)
Apple&#8217;s shares increased by 1.67% to close at $234.4, with an intraday high of $237.23 and a low of $233.09. The 52-week high and low for the stock are $237.23 and $164.08 respectively. The increase in the stock&#8217;s price was due to the company&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39768764/whats-going-on-with-tech-giant-apples-stock-on-monday">record-breaking</a> annual sales in India, nearing $8 billion.
Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)
Tesla&#8217;s stock rose by 1.78% to close at $252.64, hitting an intraday high of $265.6 and a low of $251.73. The 52-week range for the stock is $299.29 to $138.8. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has reportedly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39784950/elon-musk-to-pour-45m-monthly-in-pro-trump-super-pac-joined-by-palantirs-joe-lonsdale-winklevoss-twi">committed to contributing</a> $45 million per month to a new super PAC backing former President Trump&#8217;s potential 2024 presidential campaign.
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Pennsylvania&#39;s recent budget approval excludes the legalization of recreational cannabis, marking a significant setback for cannabis companies like Jushi Holdings (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/jushf#OTC">JUSHF</a>) and TILT Holdings (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tilt#OTC">TILT</a>).
Governor Josh Shapiro, who had championed the cause, faced <a href="https://www.spotlightpa.org/news/2024/06/pennsylvania-marijuana-recreational-legislature-passage-budget-josh-shapiro/">opposition</a> from a divided legislature. The state House, controlled by Democrats, struggled to reach a consensus on regulation, while the GOP-majority Senate remained opposed to legalization.
The <a href="https://www.pa.gov/en/governor/newsroom/2024-press-releases/governor-shapiro-signs-bipartisan-2024-25-budget--investing-in-e.html">new budget</a> focuses on broad economic and social investments but omits provisions for recreational cannabis. Key investments include $1.11 billion for K-12 public education, $500 million for site development to attract businesses, and $354.8 million for home and community-based services.
<h3>Strategic Moves By Jushi And TILT Amid Delays</h3>
Jushi Holdings (OTCQB) and TILT Holdings (OTCQB) have made substantial investments in Pennsylvania, anticipating the transition from medical to recreational cannabis sales to drive growth.
Jushi&#39;s current enterprise value is considered undervalued, suggesting significant potential upside with regulatory clarity. &quot;Jushi is poised for a market cap surge of over 250% if Pennsylvania initiates recreational cannabis sales,&quot; said senior analyst Pablo Zuanic from Zuanic &amp; Associates.
Meanwhile, TILT Holdings, operating Standard Farms, secured a $10.5 million financing arrangement to expand its operations in Pennsylvania. The funds are earmarked for constructing dispensaries authorized by a Department of Health permit.
&quot;We applaud the Commonwealth for providing a positive path forward for a small independent grower like TILT&rsquo;s Standard Farms to compete in this vibrant marketplace,&quot;&nbsp;TILT&#39;s CEO Tim Conder <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/05/38741310/tilt-holdings-bold-financing-move-how-this-cannabis-companys-escalating-interest-rates-impact-it">stated</a>.
However, the high interest rates tied to their expansion loans, which escalate significantly after six months, may strain TILT&rsquo;s financial model without the expected recreational market.
<h3>State Cannabis Legalization According To Tim Seymour</h3>
Tim Seymour, portfolio manager of the CNBS Amplify Seymour Cannabis ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cnbs#NYSE">CNBS</a>), stressed the importance of state-level legalization over federal changes. &quot;The real economy in the cannabis sector is driven by businesses that are actively selling products to a growing consumer base,&quot; Seymour <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/06/39344068/not-dc-but-the-states-tim-seymour-discusses-how-red-states-could-catalyze-cannabis-">stated</a>.
He highlighted the immediate impact of markets like Pennsylvania&#39;s in driving industry&nbsp;growth, indicating that state-level decisions are crucial for the future.
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<h3>Cannabis Companies In Pennsylvania</h3>
Both Jushi and TILT must navigate the uncertain regulatory environment in Pennsylvania.
The exclusion of recreational cannabis from the budget underscores the complexities of achieving consensus in a divided legislature. As Seymour pointed out, &ldquo;State-level legalizations bring products to consumers&#39; hands, driving real industry growth.&rdquo;
In line with Seymour,&nbsp;Zuanic added that if <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/02/37242307/jushi-holdings-revs-up-unleashing-torque-in-pennsylvania-and-virginias-cannabis-expansion">recreational cannabis is not legalized</a>, Jushi Holdings will face constrained growth by being&nbsp;limited to the medical marijuana market.
Despite lagging behind peers in sales momentum and profit margins, Jushi has streamlined operations, improving EBITDA margins significantly. Zuanic considers Jushi&#39;s financial situation manageable, with ongoing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/06/39470114/debt-deadline-looms-how-cannabis-companies-financial-health-could-impact-your-portf">debt reduction efforts</a> and potential refinancing of $65 million in debt due in December 2024.
<h3>Market Reaction Post-Budget Approval</h3>
On Monday, July 15, 2024, at mid-day, Jushi Holdings (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/jushf#NYSE">JUSHF</a>) stock price was&nbsp;$0.592, marking a 2.8449% decline, signaling waning investor confidence. Trading volume were low at 8,339 shares, indicating subdued market activity. With a market cap of around $116 million, Jushi remains a smaller entity in the cannabis sector.
TILT Holdings&#39; stock price was $0.02211, showing a 10.55% increase, which could signal positive investor sentiment or reaction to recent news. The trading volume for TILT at mid-day was&nbsp;6,150, which is moderate, and the market cap is about $8.5 million, positioning it as a micro-cap stock in the cannabis sector.
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<li>Cresco Labs (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/crlbf#OTC">CRLBF</a>)</li>
<li>Green Thumb Industries (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/gtbif#OTC">GTBIF</a>)</li>
<li>Ayr Wellness (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ayrwf#OTC">AYRWF</a>)</li>
<li>Verano Holdings (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vrnof#OTC">VRNOF</a>)</li>
<li>TerrAscend (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/trssf#OTC">TRSSF</a>)</li>
<li>The Cannabist Co. (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cchwf#OTC">CCHWF</a>)</li>
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Elon Musk has reportedly pledged to allocate a staggering $45 million per month to a new super political-action committee supporting former President Donald Trump&#8216;s potential 2024 presidential run.
What Happened: Musk, the CEO of Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), has expressed his intention to contribute a substantial sum to the America PAC, a newly formed pro-Trump PAC, <a href="https://www.wsj.com/politics/elections/elon-musk-has-said-he-is-committing-around-45-million-a-month-to-a-new-pro-trump-super-pac-dda53823">reported</a> The Wall Street Journal on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter. 
The PAC, established in June, aims to register voters and encourage early voting and mail-in ballots in key swing states.
Backers of the America PAC include Joe Lonsdale, co-founder of Palantir Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>), as well as the Winklevoss twins — founders of the cryptocurrency and Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) trading platform Gemini. The PAC is led by former U.S. ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft and her husband, Joe Craft, the CEO of coal producer Alliance Resource Partners, according to the report.
Representatives of Tesla, Palantir, Winklevoss brothers, and Donald Trump&#8217;s campaign did not immediately respond to&nbsp;<a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga</a>'s request for comment.
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Why It Matters: Musk&#8217;s decision to support a pro-Trump PAC comes as a surprise, given his previous stance on political contributions. In March, Musk <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37525400/elon-musk-says-he-wont-donate-to-either-presidential-candidate-after-a-private-meeting-with-trump-ju">publicly announced</a> that he would not be making any financial contributions to either the Republican or Democratic candidates in the 2024 U.S. presidential election.
However, in July, Musk reportedly made a significant donation to the America PAC, marking a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39759980/biden-vs-trump-elon-musk-reportedly-donates-sizable-amount-to-ex-presidents-campaign-expert-calls-it">significant shift in his approach</a> to political funding. His latest commitment of $45 million per month further solidifies his support for Trump&#8217;s potential presidential bid.
Despite his support for Trump&#8217;s campaign, Musk has also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/06/39325921/elon-musk-reveals-donald-trumps-surprising-stance-on-evs-says-former-president-is-huge-fan-of-the-te">previously revealed</a> that Trump is a big supporter of electric vehicles, despite his public criticism of the industry.
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Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) recently expressed his concerns about the high cost of medical care in the United States, highlighting the financial burden it places on patients.
What Happened: On Monday, Sanders took to X to voice his concerns about the high cost of healthcare in the United States. He pointed out that the U.S. is the only major country where an emergency hospital visit can lead to financial ruin for patients. He stated, &#8220;Getting sick in America should not mean going bankrupt, losing your home, car, or life savings.&#8221;
Sanders shared a video featuring various medical professionals who shared stories about the high cost of medical care in the U.S.
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&mdash; Bernie Sanders (@SenSanders) <a href="https://twitter.com/SenSanders/status/1812958734882091267?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 15, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: Sanders has been vocal about the high cost of healthcare in the U.S. In March, he criticized the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/38012469/bernie-sanders-slams-outrageous-prices-of-miracle-weight-loss-drug-ozempic-mulls-meeting-with-novo-n">&#8220;outrageous&#8221; prices of diabetes drug Ozempic</a> by Novo Nordisk (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVO#NYSE">NVO</a>) and considered holding hearings on the issue. In June, he called the price tag of Alzheimer&#8217;s treatment Leqembi, produced by Eisai Co Ltd (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ESALF#OTC">ESALF</a>) and Biogen Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIIB#NASDAQ">BIIB</a>), <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/23/06/32780854/bernie-sanders-takes-on-high-costs-of-alzheimers-treatment-leqembi-calls-price-tag-unconscionable">&#8216;unconscionable&#8217;</a>.
In February, he <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/02/37034215/bernie-sanders-blasts-big-pharmas-pricing-of-lifesaving-drugs-in-us-during-senate-hearing-on-med">blasted the high prices of lifesaving drugs</a> by Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>), Merck (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRK#NYSE">MRK</a>) and Bristol-Myers Squibb (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMY#NYSE">BMY</a>) during a Senate hearing on Medicare. He also highlighted the case of a woman in Nebraska who died of cancer after setting up a GoFundMe campaign to pay for her medication.
According to a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/07/33121372/americans-forced-to-delay-medical-care-as-costs-skyrocket-in-healthcare-system">Federal Reserve report</a>, 28% of Americans had to forego some form of medical care in 2022 due to high costs, marking a 4 percentage-point increase from the previous year.
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What Happened: On Wednesday, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) took to Twitter to recall a November 2020 tweet by Senator J.D. Vance (R-Ohio). This comes in the wake of Vance&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/07/39780777/trump-picks-senator-j-d-vance-as-running-mate-musk-says-great-choice-for-vp">recent nomination</a> as former President Donald Trump&#8217;s vice-presidential running mate for the upcoming 2024 elections.
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Vance, the author of the best-selling memoir &#8220;Hillbilly Elegy,&#8221; faced criticism after referring to himself as a &#8220;nationalist who worries about America&#8217;s low fertility&#8221; in that particular social media post. Critics interpreted this as aligning with white nationalism and the &#8220;great replacement&#8221; conspiracy theory, which fears that declining birth rates among white women will lead to their replacement by non-whites, <a href="https://www.salon.com/2020/11/02/hillbilly-elegy-author-faces-backlash-over-remarks-connecting-nationalism-to-fertility-rate/">reported</a> Salon.
Vance reportedly wrote on November 1, 2020: &#8220;As a parent of young children and a nationalist who worries about America&#8217;s low fertility I can say with confidence that daylight savings time reduces fertility by at least 10 percent.&#8221;
Vance later characterized his tweet as a joke, though he did not clarify its meaning. He also did not explain his use of the term &#8220;nationalist,&#8221; which has been associated with white nationalism, nor his claims about fertility.
Earlier this week, Trump announced his choice of Vance as his VP candidate for the 2024 presidential race. The announcement was made during the ongoing Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
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Why It Matters: Vance has been a prominent figure in the political landscape, often speculated as a potential VP candidate. He has previously pledged to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/05/38780518/potential-trump-vp-contender-jd-vance-ready-to-accept-2024-election-results-as-long-as-they-are-free">accept the results</a> of the 2024 elections, provided they are conducted in a &#8216;free and fair&#8217; manner.
The announcement of Vance as Trump&#8217;s running mate has shifted the focus of political discussions. This comes amid speculations on whether President Joe Biden would participate in the 2024 presidential race. 
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The SEC has provisionally sanctioned at least three Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)-based exchange-traded funds. The trading for which could begin as early as July 23.
What Happened: A Reuters report on Monday revealed the latest development, citing industry sources. The approval hinges on the applicants submitting final offering documents to regulators by the end of this week. All eight ETFs applications are expected to launch simultaneously.
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Among the eight asset managers whose applications are likely to be approved by the SEC next Monday afternoon are BlackRock, VanEck, and Franklin Templeton. Trading in the products is expected to begin the next day, the report added.
Additionally, Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas revealed that the SEC got back to applicants, asking them to submit final S-1 documents, including the information on fees, by Wednesday this week. He too anticipated a July 23 launch provided &#8220;no unforeseeable last min issues&#8221; occur.
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Why It Matters: Following the launch of U.S. spot Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) ETFs in January, the Ether products would mark another major win for the cryptocurrency industry&#8217;s push to mainstream digital assets.
Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini anticipates a bright future for Ethereum with the imminent launch of spot ETFs in the United States. Gemini&#8217;s research report s<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/07/39597377/spot-ethereum-etfs-could-take-in-up-to-15b-in-2024-gemini-research">uggests a surge of investor interest, estimating net inflows of up to $5 billion within the first six months of trading</a>. This influx of capital could push Ethereum's value in U.S.-based spot ETFs to $13-$15 billion by the end of the year.
Price Action: At the time of writing, Ethereum was exchanging hands at $3,473.37, following a 5.95% spike in the last 24 hours, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA..">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
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