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JLM Couture Inc designs, manufactures and distributes bridal wear and related accessories. It offers bridal gowns and bridesmaid's dresses. Its bridal gown collections include Alvina Valenta, Hayley Paige, Jim Hjelm, Lazaro, Tara Keely, Lovelle, and Ti Adora; and bridesmaid collections comprise Alvina Valenta Bridesmaids, Jim Hjelm Occasions, and Noir by Lazaro. The company sells its products to specialty bridal shops located in the continental United States and Europe, as well as has one retail location in California. The group derives the majority of revenue from the sale of bridal wear and related accessories.

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On Sunday, Kendrick Lamar took over the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43583058/super-bowl-ads-go-all-in-on-ai-stars-and-8m-price-tags-elon-musk-shared-this-advert-with-his-followers">Super Bowl 2025</a> Halftime Show with a high-energy set, surprise guests, and the long-awaited live debut of the diss track "Not Like Us."&nbsp;
What Happened: Lamar's 13-minute set at the Caesars Superdome was packed with back-to-back hits from GNX and classics like HUMBLE and DNA.
The energy spiked when Solána Imani Rowe, known professionally as SZA joined him for their 2024 track "Luther" and "All the Stars." Record producer and DJ Mustard hyped up the crowd with "TV Off," while Serena Williams made a surprise cameo showing off her dancing skills.
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Samuel L. Jackson, draped in a tailcoat and top hat, played the role of Uncle Sam and added dramatic interjections between songs. The biggest moment came when Lamar teased "Not Like Us" twice before finally dropping the viral diss track.
Why It Matters: After the show, Williams posted on X, formerly Twiter, "Super Bowl halftime show babyyyyyyyyy," later adding, "Let's go Super Bowl halftime??! I died a little!"
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&mdash; Serena Williams (@serenawilliams) <a href="https://twitter.com/serenawilliams/status/1888768019179901104?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
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&mdash; Serena Williams (@serenawilliams) <a href="https://twitter.com/serenawilliams/status/1888767368005812602?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The star-studded halftime show also had hip-hop artist Flavor Flav in the crowd.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">The way the WHOLE stadium just yelled "A MINOOOOOOOOOORRRRR"<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KendrickLamar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KendrickLamar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SuperBowl?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SuperBowl</a>
&mdash; FLAVOR FLAV (@FlavorFlav) <a href="https://twitter.com/FlavorFlav/status/1888764523814744482?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Jackson, who played Uncle Sam during the set, also reacted on social media.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">UNCLE SAM &#x1f44a;&#x1f3fe;&#x203c;&#xFE0F;<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SBLIX?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SBLIX</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SuperBowlLIX?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SuperBowlLIX</a> <a href="https://t.co/WN547n2lRe">pic.twitter.com/WN547n2lRe</a>
&mdash; Samuel L. Jackson (@SamuelLJackson) <a href="https://twitter.com/SamuelLJackson/status/1888789202986271055?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
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This halftime show also underscored the growing presence of hip-hop at the Super Bowl, following past performances by Dr. Dre, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, and Rihanna. However, many people on X expressed their disappointment with this year's halftime show.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">This will be the first Super Bowl in my life that I turn off before it's over. I love seeing the Chiefs get humiliated, but this is just excruciatingly boring. Terrible game, terrible half time show. Bad product all around.
&mdash; Matt Walsh (@MattWalshBlog) <a href="https://twitter.com/MattWalshBlog/status/1888779503880548568?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22, preventing the first three-peat in NFL history in a game broadcast by Fox.
This year&#8217;s Super Bowl could become the most-watched ever due to Nielsen's new Big Data + Panel measurement system, potentially increasing viewership from 123.7 million (2024) to around 136.7 million or more, <a href="https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/changes-to-nielsens-out-of-home-measurements-could-result-in-biggest-super-bowl-tv-audience-ever">reported</a> NBC Sports.
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Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Halftime Show Teases Diss Track 'Not Like Us' Before Delivering The Ultimate Mic Drop Moment—Samuel L. Jackson, Serena Williams, And SZA Join The Spectacle

The Philadelphia Eagles&#8217; 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs at Super Bowl LIX marked not just a shift in NFL power dynamics but also represented another test of the event&#8217;s advertising and viewership supremacy, as industry observers await official audience numbers.
What Happened: Last month, Brian Steinberg of Variety.com noted that Nielsen&#8216;s Big Data + Panel now officially measures total audiences. Super Bowl LVIII drew 123.7 million viewers, ranking as the second most-watched television program in U.S. history after the 1969 moon landing. Even with a 10% boost to 136.7 million, that&#8217;s still far from the U.S. population of 335 million, <a href="https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/changes-to-nielsens-out-of-home-measurements-could-result-in-biggest-super-bowl-tv-audience-ever">according</a> to NBC Sports.
This year&#8217;s broadcast strategy included a streaming component through Fox&#8217;s Tubi platform. The Spanish-language rights were shared between Fox Deportes and Telemundo in an arrangement <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/05/38742147/foxs-growth-prospects-competitive-valuation-stand-out-against-disney-paramount-analyst-sees">aimed at maximizing reach</a>.
The event maintained its celebrity appeal, with notable attendees including Taylor Swift and President Donald Trump, who made history as the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl. 
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Why It Matters: Fox Sports sold out its premium advertising inventory months before the game, with some spots commanding $8 million for 30 seconds, according to Fox Sports Executive Vice President Mark Evans. The high-stakes advertising playground attracted major tech companies and traditional brands alike, with artificial intelligence <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43583058/super-bowl-ads-go-all-in-on-ai-stars-and-8m-price-tags-elon-musk-shared-this-advert-with-his-followers">emerging as a dominant theme</a>.
Notable advertisers included Alphabet Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) Google, which faced scrutiny for claims in its Gemini AI ad, Salesforce Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) featuring Matthew McConaughey, and Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) with a star-studded spot featuring Chris Pratt and Chris Hemsworth. In a significant return to Super Bowl advertising, Nike Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>) broke its 27-year hiatus with a women-empowerment-themed commercial.
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Controversial rapper&nbsp;Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, denied intentions to launch his own meme coin on Saturday, stating that he only focuses on things he is &#8220;knowledgeable&#8221; about.
What Happened:&nbsp;The famous hip-hop artist took to X to express his disdain for the growing trend of celebrity-endorsed cryptocurrencies. 
&#8220;M not doing a coin.&nbsp;I make products. I only&nbsp;do things I am passionate&nbsp;and knowledgeable about. I&#8217;m too&nbsp;rich to do anything else. Coins prey on the&nbsp;fans with hype,&#8221; Ye said.
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He further revealed that he was offered $2 million to &#8220;scam&#8221; his community, an offer he promptly declined.
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Ye&#8217;s remarks triggered a 77% collapse in the value of an unrelated meme coin, Kanye West (YE), <a href="https://coinmarketcap.com/">according</a> to CoinMarketCap. Note that the coin had very thin liquidity as of this writing, with no trading happening on mainstream cryptocurrency exchanges.
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Why It Matters:&nbsp;Ye&#8217;s remarks come in the wake of several celebrity meme coin launches in recent weeks, the most prominent being Official Trump (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">TRUMP</a>), launched by President Donald Trump, and Official Melania (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">MELANIA</a>) by the First Lady.
The coins have accumulated tens of billions in combined market valuation, with speculations that the first couple&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/01/43118779/trump-memecoin-regains-momentum-rallies-22-as-the-president-calls-billions-earned-through-the-venture-as-peanuts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">may benefit directly</a>&nbsp;from the gains. 
Top cryptocurrency voices like Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) creator Vitalik Buterin have long argued against such projects, stating that they <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/01/43182670/amid-trump-token-frenzy-ethereums-vitalik-buterin-warns-of-unlimited-political-bribery-via-memecoins">just benefit celebrities and early adopters</a>.
This was not the first time Ye has voiced his disapproval of the digital asset trend. Back in Feb. 2022, he asked fans <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/22/02/25329945/kanye-west-rejects-nfts-tells-fans-to-stop-asking-im-not-on-that-wave">to &#8220;stop asking&#8221; him to get into non-fungible tokens</a>, emphasizing that he makes music and products in the &#8220;real world.&#8221;
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Kanye West Won't Jump Aboard Meme Coin Bandwagon Despite A '$2 Million Offer': 'Coins Prey On The Fans With Hype'

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) is reportedly ramping up its recruitment efforts for its home robotics division.
What Happened: In his latest weekly "Power On" newsletter, Bloomberg columnist Mark Gurman said that the company has posted several job listings for robotics specialists over the past few weeks.
"As a member of the team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a small team of highly skilled engineers and scientists to bring new experiences to Apple products," the tech giant stated.
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Apple&#8217;s robotics development is handled by two teams: the Home Labs hardware engineering group and Kevin Lynch's AI special projects team.
They are focused on a tabletop robot and, in the future, possibly a humanoid model, Gurman said.
The company is still in the early stages of researching mobile robots, both humanoid and non-humanoid. However, the tabletop robot is expected to debut by 2027.
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Why It Matters: Last month, Apple also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43554585/apples-pixar-style-smart-tabletop-robot-prototype-has-anime-like-movesheres-when-you-can-possibly-get-one">published a research paper</a> detailing a tabletop robot resembling the Pixar logo lamp.
Gurman previously reported that Apple's smart tabletop device may feature an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40385441/apples-tabletop-ipad-robot-with-limbs-could-make-its-way-to-your-home-by-2027-heres-what-this-twist">iPad-like screen</a> attached to a robotic arm.&nbsp;
Apple is also exploring smart home technology. A <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/24/12/42638691/apple-developing-face-id-smart-doorbell-to-unlock-doors-by-late-2025">Face ID-enabled smart doorbell</a> is reportedly in development. It could arrive by late 2025.
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Tubi is offering a free live stream of Super Bowl LIX, but if you&#8217;re trying to cast it to your TV using Chromecast (Google Cast), it&#8217;s reportedly not working as expected.
What Happened: At first, it was thought Google's Chromecast service was down because they couldn't cast the Super Bowl from the Tubi app.
However, Chromecast from Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google, itself is working fine—this issue is due to how Tubi has set up its Super Bowl stream, <a href="https://9to5google.com/2025/02/09/chromecast-tubi-not-down-super-bowl-lix/">reported</a> 9To5Google.
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Tubi&#8217;s app usually lets you cast most of its content to a TV using Chromecast from the "Stream" tab. However, for the Super Bowl, Tubi made it available only through a special button on the app's homepage.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">get ready to watch <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SuperBowlLIX?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SuperBowlLIX</a> today live on tubi! &#x1f3c8; watch on your TV, phone, tablet or web browser &#x1f3c8; registration is required, and free! &#x1f3c8; update your Tubi app to the latest version &#x1f3c8; 4K available on select devices visit the Help Center for more information:…
&mdash; Tubi (@Tubi) <a href="https://twitter.com/Tubi/status/1888588671093535072?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2025</a></blockquote>
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This button doesn't allow casting, so when you try to watch the game, it stays on your phone instead of appearing on your TV, the report noted.
Users on X, formerly Twitter, complained about glitching issues. When Tubi&#8217;s official handle asked which devices are they using, some people replied saying Apple TV and Samsung TV, one frustrated user said, &#8220;every device I own.&#8221;
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To another user, who shared a video of showing their screen stuck, Tubi said the issue could be linked to the device&#8217;s color format settings.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">this may be related to color format settings on your device, locate the picture settings on your device and change the Dynamic Range or Color Format from Dolby Vision to HDR. you may need to restart your device and relaunch tubi. More info here: <a href="https://t.co/RVIhEi5Z8w">https://t.co/RVIhEi5Z8w</a>
&mdash; Tubi (@Tubi) <a href="https://twitter.com/Tubi/status/1888781321448702123?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
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A Tubi user also asked about the timeline for the return of the &#8220;continue watching&#8221; list, to which the streaming platform replied stating that the feature would be back tomorrow. 
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&mdash; Tubi (@Tubi) <a href="https://twitter.com/Tubi/status/1888706523741802881?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Michael Saylor, co-founder of the newly branded Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), hinted at a potential Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) purchase on Sunday after a one-week break.
What Happened: Saylor posted a chart that tracks the&nbsp;company&#8217;s Bitcoin purchases on X. 
&#8220;Death to the blue lines.&nbsp;Long live the green dots,&#8221; the influential CEO of Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, wrote. 
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&mdash; Michael Saylor&#x26a1;&#xFE0F; (@saylor) <a href="https://twitter.com/saylor/status/1888598467729150282?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Notably, Saylor has been posting the chart on Sundays <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43506411/microstrategy-rebrands-as-strategy-unveils-new-logo-and-bitcoin-focused-identity">for the past several weeks</a>, preceding Bitcoin acquisition the following Monday. The trend persisted for 12 consecutive weeks before the firm took a break from loading the apex cryptocurrency last week.
The latest post possibly signaled the resumption of the Bitcoin-buying streak.
See Also:<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42735744/pharma-bro-martin-shkreli-predicts-doom-for-michael-saylors-microstrategy-as-stock-dips-below-300-in-after-hours-trading"> </a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43454192/microstrategys-convertible-bonds-a-better-choice-than-spot-bitcoin-for-inclusion-in-sovereign-wealth-fund-says-analyst">Trump-Announced Wealth Fund Should Choose MicroStrategy Bonds Over Bitcoin, Analyst Says</a>
Why It Matters: Just last week,&nbsp;Strategy&nbsp;unveiled its new logo featuring a stylized &#8220;B,&#8221; marking its pivot to a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43506411/microstrategy-rebrands-as-strategy-unveils-new-logo-and-bitcoin-focused-identity">Bitcoin-centric company</a>. 
The rebranding comes in the middle of an aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy, one that has boosted the firm&#8217;s coffers to 471,107 BTC, worth over $45 billion, <a href="https://bitcointreasuries.net/">according </a>to bitcointreasuries.com. Strategy was sitting on unrealized gains of over $14 billion.
Strategy reported <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43511849/strategy-q4-earnings-bitcoin-treasury-company-spends-205b-on-btc-shares-inch-higher-despite-revenue-miss">fourth-quarter revenue</a> of $120.7 million last week, missing analyst&nbsp;estimates&nbsp;of $123.25 million. The company reported a fourth-quarter adjusted loss of $3.20 per share.
Price Action: At the time of writing, Bitcoin was exchanging hands at $95,811.92, down 1.02% in the last 24 hours, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA.." target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
Shares of MicroStrategy closed 0.65% higher at $327.56 during Friday's regular trading session.
Price Action: Shares of Strategy closed 0.65% higher at $327.56 during Friday's regular trading session.
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Michael Saylor Declares 'Death To Blue Lines, Long Live Green Dots:' Is Strategy's BTC Purchase Streak About To Resume?

A prominent Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) investor and CEO of Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management, Ross Gerber, voiced strong criticism of Tesla&#8217;s Full Self-Driving system, particularly its performance on the Cybertruck, amid the company&#8217;s push toward autonomous driving capabilities.
What Happened: Gerber reported multiple disengagements over 40 miles while testing FSD version 13.2.6 on the Cybertruck, describing the system as &#8220;not usable&#8221; and noting it &#8220;hugs the lane on the left too far over.&#8221; 
He directly compared Tesla&#8217;s technology to Alphabet Inc.&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) Waymo, stating that Tesla&#8217;s FSD is &#8220;not even in the same league as Waymo at this point.&#8221;
Gerber&#8217;s comments sparked debate within the Tesla community, with some users reporting contrasting experiences. One user cited 1,800 miles of driving with only one safety-critical disengagement.
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&mdash; Mark Ferrara (@MarkFerrara12) <a href="https://twitter.com/MarkFerrara12/status/1888690605359845441?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: The criticism comes at a crucial time for Tesla&#8217;s autonomous driving ambitions. CEO Elon Musk recently predicted that Tesla&#8217;s FSD would surpass human driving safety by the second quarter of 2025. However, Tesla researcher Troy Teslike has raised concerns about the company&#8217;s approach, suggesting Tesla is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/02/43576866/tesla-researcher-says-ev-giant-is-skipping-a-step-to-driverless-operations-it-took-waymo-three-years">attempting to skip crucial development steps</a> that competitors like Waymo spent years perfecting.
Goldman Sachs analyst Mark Delaney, while acknowledging &#8220;meaningful improvement&#8221; with FSD version 13, maintains a cautious stance with a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/01/43036902/tesla-stock-valuation-analyst-flags-long-term-growth-opportunities-robotaxis-fsd">Neutral rating and $345 price target on Tesla stock</a>. Delaney projects limited initial revenue from robotaxi operations, forecasting approximately $115 million by 2027 based on a fleet of 1,500 vehicles.
Tesla&#8217;s autonomous driving initiatives face ongoing regulatory scrutiny, with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently opening <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42894743/tesla-ceo-elon-musk-says-fsd-will-be-safer-than-human-drivers-in-q2-2025">investigations into 2.6 million</a> Tesla vehicles equipped with FSD technology following safety concerns and reported incidents.
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Disclaimer: This content was partially produced with the help of AI tools and was reviewed and published by Benzinga editors.

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Tesla Investor Ross Gerber Slams FSD On Cybertruck As 'Not Usable,' Says It's 'Not Even In The Same League As Waymo'

A new trend has emerged among Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) Watch users, who are now wearing the device on their ankles.
What Happened: Fitness enthusiasts like Ana Espinal have adopted this practice to improve heart rate monitoring, especially for those with smaller wrists, <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/08/style/apple-watch-ankles.html">reported</a> the New York Times.
Others, such as Shaniece Gale, a medical assistant from Ontario, have embraced this method for practical reasons. After giving birth, Gale found it challenging to track her steps while pushing a stroller.
By wearing the watch on her ankle, she could accurately monitor her activity without tiring her arms, the report noted.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42381987/apple-faces-12b-lawsuit-for-dropping-csam-detection-while-google-and-meta-set-higher-standards-for-child-safety?itm_source=parsely-api" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Apple Faces $1.2B Lawsuit Over Child Sexual Abuse Material Detection On iCloud — Tech Giant Says, ‘Urgently And Actively Innovating'</a>
Despite the benefits, the trend has led to misunderstandings. Espinal recounted an incident at the gym where someone mistook her ankle-worn watch for an ankle monitor.
Apple notes in support materials that key Watch features are designed and tested for wrist use only. The watch, for instance, uses LED lights and semiconductors to measure blood flow through the wrist.
Apple did not immediately respond to<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard"> Benzinga's</a> request for comments.
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Why It Matters: The trend of wearing Apple Watches on ankles comes at a time when the company is facing increased competition in the wearables market.
Last year it was reported that Chinese tech giants like Huawei Technologies are making significant strides, with a 20% surge in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42570544/apple-watch-is-getting-a-run-for-its-money-as-chinese-tech-giants-led-by-huawei-lead-20-growth-in-global-wrist-worn-device-market">global wrist-worn device</a> market.
Apple&#8217;s <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/01/43355688/apple-q1-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-iphone-sales-slip-installed-base-climbs-to-all-time-high-our-best-quarter-ever">first-quarter earnings</a> showed revenue of $124.3 billion, exceeding analyst estimates of $124.13 billion. Revenue from Wearables, Home, and Accessories reached $11.75 billion, slightly lower than last year&#8217;s $11.95 billion.
Price Action: Apple&#8217;s stock fell 2.40% on Friday, closing at $227.63. After hours, it edged down 0.17% to $227.25, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
Check out more of Benzinga's Consumer Tech coverage by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/consumer-tech">following this link</a>.
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Apple Watch Users Are Strapping Them To Their Ankles — Here's Why Its Leaving Some People Bewildered

Editor&#8217;s Note: This story has been updated to reflect the latest developments in Super Bowl LIX.
The&nbsp;Philadelphia Eagles&nbsp;emerged victorious at Super Bowl LIX, defeating defending champions&nbsp;&nbsp;Kansas City Chiefs,&nbsp;by 40-22. The result defied a pre-match forecast by President&nbsp;Donald Trump, who picked the Chiefs to emerge victorious for a third consecutive Super Bowl victory. Interestingly, bettors on the cryptocurrency market&nbsp;Polymarket&nbsp;had placed high odds in favor of an Eagles victory.
The Chiefs are the reigning champions, looking for their third consecutive Super Bowl victory.
What Happened: Trump, who became the first U.S. president to attend a Super Bowl event, also leaned in favor of a Chiefs victory.
"I have to go with Kansas City," Trump said in an interview with Fox News. "It&#8217;s going to be just a great game."
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Quite interestingly, cryptocurrency bettors differed from Trump's opinion.&nbsp;
Polygon (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">POL</a>)-based prediction platform Polymarket projected an <a href="https://polymarket.com/event/superbowl-champion-2025/will-the-saints-win-super-bowl-2025?tid=1739150996190">overwhelming </a>93% odds of an Eagles victory as of this writing.&nbsp;
Notably, over a billion dollars were wagered on the outcome, making it one of the most hotly watched events by punters.
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Note that Polymarket is not available to<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/41838037/will-polymarket-return-to-the-us-after-getting-trump-victory-right-ceo-says-its-part-of-the-plan"> U.S. residents </a>due to regulatory hurdles.
That said, even bettors on the federally regulated Kalshi also leaned in favor of an Eagles victory.
Super Bowl LIX is set to deliver an electrifying rematch between the two giants. At halftime,&nbsp;the Eagles were dominating the Chiefs with a scoreline of 24-0.
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Trump Vs. Polymarket Crypto Bettors: Whose Prediction On Super Bowl LIX Came True? (UPDATED)

President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports, reigniting trade tensions reminiscent of his 2018 metal tariffs policy. 
What Happened: The announcement was made during his flight to New Orleans for the Super Bowl, according to Reuters.
Canada, the largest U.S. steel import source with $8.3 billion in 2021 shipments, announced retaliatory tariffs of 25% on U.S. goods. Mexico is the second-largest steel supplier at over $5 billion in imports. Brazil ($3.2 billion), South Korea ($2.8 billion), and Germany ($1.5 billion) round out the top five steel importers to the U.S., <a href="https://www.statista.com/statistics/196154/value-of-us-imports-of-iron-and-steel-by-origin/">according</a> to Statista data.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau urged Canadians to &#8220;choose Canada&#8221; in product selections, highlighting the stakes for a country that serves as the largest export market for 36 U.S. states.
The move threatens to disproportionately impact U.S. manufacturing, according to Benn Steil, director of international economics at the Council on Foreign Relations. &#8220;Steel-using firms employ over 5 million Americans&#8230; Steel-intensive industries account for over 20% of US manufacturing output,&#8221; Steil said on X, adding &#8221; At a stroke, Trump is making US manufacturing globally uncompetitive.&#8221;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">US steel-producing firms employ 140,000 Americans. US steel-using firms employ over 5 million Americans. Steel-intensive industries account for over 20% of US manufacturing output. At a stroke, Trump is making US manufacturing globally uncompetitive.<a href="https://t.co/r0dbkaVALP">https://t.co/r0dbkaVALP</a>
&mdash; Benn Steil (@BennSteil) <a href="https://twitter.com/BennSteil/status/1888710878578483267?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: While domestic steel producers like U.S. Steel Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/X#NYSE">X</a>) and Nucor Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NUE#NYSE">NUE</a>) stand to benefit from reduced competition, the tariffs pose challenges for steel-consuming industries. 
The automotive sector, which previously faced headwinds from similar 2018 tariffs, could see increased production costs. The American Automotive Policy Council, representing Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>), and other automakers, has historically opposed such measures, citing risks to the industry&#8217;s 7 million American jobs, <a href="https://www.foxbusiness.com/features/trump-tariff-on-steel-and-aluminum-winners-and-losers?utm_source=chatgpt.com">according</a> to Fox News.
Trump also addressed the pending Nippon Steel (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NPSCY#OTC">NPSCY</a>) investment in U.S. Steel, stating the U.S. government would permit investment but prevent majority control.
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Trump To Announce 25% Steel And Aluminum Tariffs — Economist Warns President Is 'Making US Manufacturing Globally Uncompetitive'

Super Bowl Sunday has arrived, bringing with it a dazzling array of celebrity-packed commercials. Fox , the broadcaster of the game, reportedly announced in November that all ad slots were sold out, with over 10 spots costing advertisers $8 million each.
What Happened: This year&#8217;s commercials cover a wide range of themes, from smart glasses to pizza rolls, with a significant focus on artificial intelligence. Mark Evans, executive vice president of sales for Fox Sports, told The Hollywood Reporter that AI-themed creative content is expected, reflecting its growing presence in businesses, according to a <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/business/super-bowl-2025-commercials-rcna191062">report</a> from NBC News.
Among the notable ads, Google, the search subsidiary for Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) faced scrutiny for its original Gemini ad, which inaccurately claimed Gouda cheese accounts for &#8220;50 to 60 percent of the world&#8217;s cheese consumption.&#8221; The ad was re-edited following feedback from the Wisconsin Cheese Mart owner.
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Other standout commercials include Salesforce Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) featuring Matthew McConaughey, Meta with Chris Pratt and Chris Hemsworth.
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 and a humorous spot from Little Caesars starring Eugene Levy. The Super Bowl ads continue to captivate audiences with creativity and star power.
Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) ran an advertisement featuring Chris Pratt, Chris Hemsworth and Kris Jenner which referenced the banana duct-taped to a wall art piece <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42253045/62m-duct-taped-banana-becomes-a-snack-as-crypto-mogul-justin-sun-asserts-this-conceptual-artwork-can-be-assembled-and-disassembled-anywhere">that sold for millions</a>. 
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Why It Matters: The Super Bowl remains a prime opportunity for advertisers to reach massive audiences, despite the high costs associated with ad slots. A <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43563633/exclusive-is-super-bowl-7m-cost-worth-it-61-say-this-while-18-admit-to-looking-up-companies-after-last-years-nfl-championship">recent poll</a> revealed that 61% of respondents questioned the value of these expensive ads, while 18% admitted to looking up companies after last year&#8217;s championship.
In a surprising move, Nike Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>) returned to Super Bowl advertising after a 27-year hiatus, aiming to boost its declining sales. This decision underscores the high stakes involved, as a 30-second spot can exceed $8 million, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/02/43578947/nike-returns-to-super-bowl-advertising-to-revive-sales-after-27-year-gap">JPMorgan analysts</a>. The advertisement had a women-empowerment theme.
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This year&#8217;s Super Bowl LIX, featuring a rematch between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, has generated excitement not only for the game but also for the commercials and halftime show by Kendrick Lamar. A <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/02/43548933/exclusive-super-bowl-lix-viewers-more-excited-about-nfl-game-kendrick-lamar-commercials-or-taylor-swift-63-say">Benzinga poll</a> indicated that 63% of viewers are eager to watch the game, the ads, and performances, highlighting the event&#8217;s multifaceted appeal.
Elon Musk also shared the T-Mobile US Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) and Starlink Superbowl advertisement which announced the launch of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/02/43582884/elon-musks-spacex-and-t-mobile-go-live-with-starlink-powered-satellite-to-cell-service-heres-how-much-it-will-cost">satellite-to-cell beta service.</a>
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At the time of writing the Eagles were leading the Chiefs 24-0. The Eagles took the lead into halftime and completely dominated.
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Leading cryptocurrencies moved sideways on Sunday ahead of a week packed with key inflation data.
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<td>+0.32%</td>
<td>$96,829.94</td>
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<td>+0.77%</td>
<td>$2,648.76</td>
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<td>-0.22%</td>
<td>$0.2522</td>
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What Happened: Bitcoin consolidated between $95,000 to $97,000. The leading cryptocurrency dipped to an intraday low of $94,745 late afternoon, before recovering to $97,000.
Ethereum wobbled in the $2,600 zone, as bulls waited for a decisive breakout.&nbsp;
Cryptocurrency liquidations reached $228 million over the last 24 hours, with long liquidations accounting for over $146 billion.&nbsp;
Bitcoin's Open Interest rose marginally by 0.36% in the last 24 hours. More than 51% of Bitcoin futures traders were short Bitcoin, according to the Long/Short Ratio.
Market sentiment remained in the "Fear" zone, according to the Crypto Fear &amp; Greed Index, indicating the possibility of further price corrections.
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<td>+6.27%</td>
<td>$111.27</td>
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<td>$0.7792</td>
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The global cryptocurrency market capitalization stood at $3.17 trillion, growing by 0.40% in the last 24 hours.
Stock futures ticked higher Sunday evening. The Dow Jones Industrial Average Futures rose 68 points, or 0.15%, as of 7:45 p.m. EDT. Futures tied to the S&amp;P 500 gained 0.26%, while Nasdaq 100 Futures added 0.38%.
The uptick comes ahead of crucial macroeconomic data due this week, including the consumer price index report on Wednesday and the producer price index on Thursday.
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Analyst Notes: Popular cryptocurrency analyst and trader Michaël van de Poppe anticipated a "strong week" for cryptocurrencies ahead, aligning with the release of CPI and PPI data.
"This week is comparable to any previous crisis period," Van De Poppe remarked. "During crisis periods, you&#8217;d want to be bullish, and maximum pain is upwards, not down."
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Big week ahead of us. CPI and PPI coming in, but also a strong week for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Crypto?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Crypto</a> seems to be on the horizon. This week is comparable to any previous crisis period. During crisis periods, you&#39;d want to be bullish and max pain is upwards, not down.
&mdash; Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) <a href="https://twitter.com/CryptoMichNL/status/1888690585155854337?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Another well-known cryptocurrency researcher, Ali Martinez, weighed in on the possibility of an Ethereum rally.
All eyes on $2,600! If this key support level holds, ETH could gain momentum for a bounce toward $3,000 or even $4,000," the analyst projected.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">All eyes on $2,600! If this key support level holds, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ethereum?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ethereum</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24ETH&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$ETH</a> could gain momentum for a bounce toward $3,000 or even $4,000! <a href="https://t.co/bKu1lYERiS">pic.twitter.com/bKu1lYERiS</a>
&mdash; Ali (@ali_charts) <a href="https://twitter.com/ali_charts/status/1888665168424353819?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2025</a></blockquote>
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On Sunday, T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) offered free access to its satellite-to-cell beta service, powered by SpaceX&#8217;s Starlink, for all users.
What Happened: According to T-Mobile, 500,000 square miles of the U.S., previously unreachable by terrestrial towers, can now maintain connectivity.
When the service officially launches in July, it will be included at no extra cost for customers on T-Mobile&#8217;s premium Go5G Next plan. Other T-Mobile users can add it for $15 per month.
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For a limited time, beta testers on other T-Mobile plans can lock in an Early Adopter Discount. Until March 1, they can save $5 per month, bringing the cost down to $10 per month.
Customers on Verizon Communications (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>), AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>), or other networks can also access T-Mobile Starlink without switching. Once the beta ends in July, the service will be available for $20 per month.
The service initially offers text via satellite, with voice and data features to follow.
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Device Compatability: Most smartphones, released in the last four years, will support T-Mobile Starlink beta, but satellite connectivity requires optimization for the best experience. This includes the iPhone 14 and later, the Google Pixel 9 series, Samsung Galaxy A14–A54, and Galaxy S21.
Why It Matters: Last month, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) integrated Starlink satellite capabilities into its iOS 18.3 update, allowing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43294364/apple-surprises-iphone-users-by-teaming-up-with-spacex-and-t-mobile-to-bring-starlink-satellite-texting-heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-new-feature">iPhone users to access</a> satellite texting.
Previously, T-Mobile highlighted Starlink&#8217;s role in providing connectivity <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/general/market-summary/25/01/43328377/t-mobile-underscores-spacexs-starlinks-role-in-california-wildfire-relief-closes-record-breaking-growth-year">during the California wildfires</a>, showcasing the resilience of its network.
T-Mobile exceeded expectations in its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/01/43300596/t-mobile-q4-earnings-beats-estimates-adds-1-9-million-postpaid-customers-targets-6-million-new-customers-in-2025">fourth-quarter results</a>, posting earnings of $2.57 per share, above the analyst estimate of $2.26.
Price Action: T-Mobile's stock rose 0.31% to $247 in after-hours trading after closing at $246.24 on Friday, down 0.38%, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro data</a>.
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On Sunday, in an interview aired during the Super Bowl preshow, President Donald Trump expressed his serious intention to make Canada the 51st state of the United States.
What Happened: Trump confirmed his intentions when asked by Fox News Channel&#8217;s Bret Baier if his talk of annexing Canada was &#8220;a real thing&#8221;. Trump responded, &#8220;Yeah it is,&#8221; adding that he believes Canada would be better off as the 51st state, citing a supposed $200 billion annual loss with Canada, according to a <a href="https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5135385-trump-says-canada-joining-us-would-be-greatest-thing-they-could-ever-do/">report</a> from The Hill.
&#8220;I love the people of Canada. We have a great relationship, but if they became our 51st state, it would be the greatest thing they could ever do,&#8221; said Trump.
&#8220;Think of how beautiful that country would be without that artificial line running right through it. Somebody drew it many years ago with a ruler, just a line.&#8221;
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Why It Matters: Earlier this month, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43576926/trudeau-says-trump-might-be-serious-about-annexing-canada-report">expressed concerns</a> that Trump&#8217;s annexation talk might be serious and tied to his interest in Canada&#8217;s natural resources. This followed a temporary <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43450261/trump-trudeau-strike-border-security-deal-tariffs-on-canada-paused-for-at-least-30-days">halt on tariffs</a> after a border security deal between the U.S. and Canada.
Trump&#8217;s proposed 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico have been <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/02/43429913/larry-summers-slams-trumps-bizarre-tariffs-on-canada-and-mexico-this-is-a-stop-or-ill-shoot-myself-in-the-foot-kind-of-policy">criticized</a> by former U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers as a &#8220;stop-or-I&#8217;ll-shoot-myself-in-the-foot kind of threat policy.&#8221; These tariffs, according to Summers, defy economic logic and could lead to higher prices for consumers and increased costs for American producers.
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Trump Says Canada Much Better Off Being The 51st State: The Border With US Is 'Just A Line'

<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/43248147/the-money-is-going-to-run-out-grant-cardone-predicts-retirement-age-will-be-raised-to-at-least-73-because-social-security-is-busted">Grant Cardone</a> has never been known for subtlety, and in January 2023, he stirred up conversation yet again by calling Warren Buffett a "coward investor" in a <a href="https://youtu.be/3An5cMriRAA?si=33HZPjBarW9r-C5t">YouTube short</a>.&nbsp;
While that might sound like a diss, Cardone wasn't taking a cheap shot—he was making a point. The real estate mogul was highlighting Buffett's ultra-conservative, cash-flow-driven investment strategy, which prioritizes steady, predictable income over speculative gains.
"Warren Buffett does not buy stocks," Cardone stated. "Every company Warren Buffett has ever invested in from Coca Cola to Apple Computer, he was taking a major position in a company, not a piece of paper. He didn't didn't invest in Apple Computer until cash flow was stable."
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That distinction matters. Buffett isn't in the game for risky short-term plays or volatile markets—he wants businesses that pay him forever. His investments in Coca-Cola (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>), Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), and other blue-chip giants have one thing in common: reliable cash flow. "He wants a check every month," Cardone said, emphasizing that Buffett's approach is all about consistency, not quick flips.
Cardone then quoted Buffett's famous saying—"If you don't find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die" — which perfectly sums up <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/08/40285452/warren-buffett-says-the-insurance-business-is-very-tempting-somebody-hands-you-money-and-you-han">his investment philosophy</a>. He's not looking for the hottest tech startup or the next big meme stock. Instead, he takes major stakes in companies that generate ongoing income through dividends, strong pricing power, and long-term stability.
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Cardone, on the other hand, built his empire through real estate, a sector he argues is even better for cash flow than stocks. While Buffett focuses on companies that pay him dividends, Cardone prefers properties that send him rental income every month. His belief is simple: why rely on stock price appreciation when you can own an asset that pays you whether the market is up or down?
The key difference between the two moguls is control. Buffett <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/25/02/43451833/warren-buffetts-1m-bet-why-simple-index-funds-crushed-hedge-funds-by-7-1-to-2-2-over-a-decade">invests in companies</a> but doesn't directly run them. His cash flow comes from owning substantial stakes in businesses that perform well on their own. Cardone, however, takes a more hands-on approach, building his own empire of income-generating properties where he controls the cash flow directly.
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While Cardone might call Buffett a "coward investor" for his ultra-cautious approach, there's no denying that Buffett's method has built one of the greatest fortunes of all time. His long-term, cash flow-first mindset has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/24/12/42668097/warren-buffett-heads-into-2025-with-325-billion-cash-pile-his-largest-in-over-three-decades-expert-says-it-will-provide-an-opportunity-for-the-successors-to-make-their-own-mark">allowed him to amass billions</a> while barely selling any of his holdings. And in the end, both men share the same goal: making money work for them, even when they're not working.
Is Buffett really a coward investor? Or is he just the ultimate example of patience and discipline in the world of finance? Either way, one thing is clear—cash flow is king, and whether through real estate or stocks, those who master it will always have the upper hand.
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U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) took to X to highlight what he sees as a glaring issue of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42676387/bernie-sanders-the-american-people-are-disgusted-with-musk-calls-on-democrats-to-end-super-pacs-in-primaries">money in politics</a>. He wrote, "Elon Musk <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/12/42378550/musk-kicked-in-more-than-a-quarter-billion-dollars-to-trump-and-gop">spent $277 million</a> to elect Donald Trump President. Since Election Day, he has become $154 billion richer. Not a bad return on his investment." The viral tweet, which amassed millions of views, underscores concerns about billionaire influence in elections and whether Musk's massive political spending has directly benefited his financial empire.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Musk's $277 Million Political Spending</h2>
<a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/elon-musk-260-million-spending-trump-republican-party-2024-12">According to Business Insider</a>, Musk funneled most of his money—$239 million—into America PAC, a super PAC that spent heavily on pro-Trump canvassing, digital ads, and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41417390/elon-musks-pro-trump-super-pac-to-give-1m-every-day-to-people-in-swing-states-for-signing-his-petiti">controversial voter giveaways</a>. Another $20.5 million went to RBG PAC, which ran ads linking Trump's abortion stance to the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a move that outraged her family.
He also gave millions to Republican-aligned PACs, including $10 million to the Senate Leadership Fund, $2.3 million to Sentinel Action Fund, and $1 million to Early Vote Action PAC, among others. There's speculation that he contributed even more through dark money groups, which aren't required to disclose donors.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Musk's Wealth Skyrocketed After Trump's Win</h2>
By mid-December, Musk's fortune had jumped from $262 billion before the election to a peak of $486 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, fueled by a massive surge in Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) stock. The Washington Post reported that Tesla shares rose 70% post-election, with investors betting that Trump's pro-business policies, deregulation efforts, and his close ties to Musk would benefit Tesla, SpaceX, and Musk's other ventures.
Trump even <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/11/42069236/trump-tasked-elon-musk-to-oversee-government-efficiency-heres-how-musk-has-streamlined-costs-at-his-own-companies">appointed Musk</a> to co-chair the newly created Department of Government Efficiency, a move seen as a potential boost for Musk's businesses and potential conflicts of interest.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Sudden $43 Billion Drop After Trump's Inauguration</h2>
However, since Trump took office, Musk's net worth has dropped by $43 billion, mainly due to the administration's new tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico. Per Newsweek, Tesla's 5.2% stock drop on Feb. 3, wiped out nearly $15 billion of Musk's wealth in a single day. By the end of the week, his net worth fell further to around $412 billion.
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Investors are worried that Trump's trade policies could raise Tesla's production costs, especially for battery materials like lithium and aluminum. China's potential retaliatory tariffs could also threaten Tesla's Shanghai Gigafactory and its growing EV market in the region.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Will Musk's "Investment" Pay Off in the Long Run?</h2>
While Musk's businesses stand to gain from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/25/01/43018005/elon-musks-role-in-shaping-trumponomics-youve-got-to-tariff-the-rest-of-the-world">deregulation under Trump</a>, other policies—like <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/43122855/trumps-plan-to-revoke-7500-ev-tax-credit-is-a-huge-negative-for-tesla-says-gary-black-downplays-impact-on-rivals">ending the $7,500 EV tax credit</a> and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42840097/nhtsa-opens-probe-into-26-million-tesla-vehicles-after-complaint-of-crash-involving-actually-smart-summon-feature">investigating Tesla's full self-driving technology</a>—could hurt his bottom line.
Musk's massive election spending has already raised ethical concerns in Congress. U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) called it "an outrageous conflict of interest," while U.S. Sen. Ed Markey (D-MA) <a href="https://x.com/SenMarkey/status/1858559544101638344">warned</a> that Musk is "already getting a return on his investment in Trump."
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Warren Buffett's granddaughter Nicole Buffett says she was cut off financially and emotionally after speaking publicly about wealth inequality. Nicole, who was legally adopted by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/10/41198368/warren-buffetts-son-who-famously-cashed-in-his-90-000-inheritance-at-19-spends-millions-in-buffe">Buffett's son Peter</a>, described how her relationship with her grandfather soured after she appeared in "The One Percent," a 2006 documentary by Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>) heir Jamie Johnson.
"My grandfather is a very private man, and I decided to share what it's like to be his granddaughter, and it created a huge estrangement from him to the extent that he disowned my twin sister and myself," she told <a href="https://www.reuters.com/article/lifestyle/documentary-on-wealth-gap-divides-buffett-family-idUSN20404370/">Reuters in 2008</a>.
Despite not being biologically related, Nicole spent time with Warren growing up. She recalled receiving a $100 bill from him for Christmas when she was 5 and being given a private tour of the See's Candies factory. The family also vacationed at Warren's Laguna Beach home twice a year.&nbsp;
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But while she experienced glimpses of the Buffett lifestyle, she was also expected to be financially independent. Warren covered her six-figure college tuition but maintained a strict policy of funding only education-related expenses. When she once asked for help buying a futon, his secretary reportedly reminded her of the rule.
In a 2008 <a href="https://www.marieclaire.com/culture/news/a2342/warren-buffett-granddaughter-nicole-buffett/">Marie Claire article</a>, Nicole described how being cut off left a permanent divide. "For him to discard me like that was devastating. It permanently divided our family," she said. She also explained that she was unaware of the full scope of Warren's wealth until she was 17 when he appeared on the cover of Forbes as America's richest man.
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Her decision to participate in "The One Percent" was a breaking point. Nicole spoke about wealth inequality and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43496879/elon-musk-said-warren-buffett-managed-to-create-a-great-image-as-a-kindly-grandfather-but-thinks-thats-maybe-overstating-the-case">her grandfather's philosophy</a> on money, saying in the documentary, "Money is the spoke in my grandfather's wheel of life." Soon after, she received a letter from Warren stating: "I have not emotionally or legally adopted you as a grandchild, nor have the rest of my family adopted you as a niece or a cousin." To make it even clearer, he signed the letter "Warren" instead of "Grandpa."
Nicole later appeared on "Oprah," further discussing the family's financial views. Warren, who has publicly committed to donating the majority of his fortune to charity rather than passing it down to his children and grandchildren, was reportedly unhappy with the attention.
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In the Marie Claire interview, Nicole revealed was living on $40,000 a year without cable TV or health insurance, far from what most people imagine when they hear the Buffett name. "The first thing most people think of when they hear my last name is money," she said.
Despite being cut off, she has since found success in the NFT art world, creating a series called Spirit Coins, which combines her traditional art background with digital technology. While her <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/43166526/billionaire-warren-buffetts-first-wife-said-he-cared-about-the-win-not-the-money-its-all-mental-with-him-and-money-is-his-scorecard">financial ties to the Buffett </a>empire have been severed, Nicole has carved out her own path, even if it looks nothing like the life she once knew.
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The return of President Donald Trump to the White House could trigger the release of Jeffrey Epstein&#8216;s infamous &#8220;black book,&#8221; as per <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/22/06/27557540/musk-says-he-wants-to-see-epstein-maxwell-client-list-twitterati-cant-stop-trolling-him-3">a Senate confirmation hearing</a>.
What Happened: Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) brought up the matter during a Senate confirmation hearing for Trump&#8217;s FBI Director-designate Kash Patel. Blackburn is a vocal advocate for the disclosure of documents related to Epstein&#8217;s international human trafficking and sex trafficking ring.
Blackburn urged Patel to collaborate with her on this matter. Patel responded positively, expressing his dedication to combating child sex trafficking in the United States, <a href="https://www.foxnews.com/us/jeffrey-epstein-files-trump-election-could-expose-names-black-book-list">reports</a> Fox News.
Epstein, a millionaire financier, passed away&nbsp;in federal custody in 2019&nbsp;while facing&nbsp;trial on sex trafficking charges.&nbsp;His alleged black book, thought to hold names of possible accomplices&nbsp;in his international sex trafficking&nbsp;ring, has yet to be revealed.
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In 2020, a federal court mandated the release of thousands of pages of confidential records, unveiling&nbsp;nearly 200 names, many of&nbsp;whom are high-profile individuals. Despite this, the records remain inaccessible to the public.
Blackburn reiterated last week that&nbsp;&#8220;Americans deserve to know exactly&nbsp;who was affiliated with this&nbsp;network.&#8221; She expressed her eagerness to work with Patel to make Epstein&#8217;s flight logs and black book public.
Why It Matters: The release of Epstein&#8217;s &#8216;black book&#8217; could have significant implications, potentially exposing high-profile individuals involved&nbsp;in his international sex trafficking&nbsp;ring. This could lead to further investigations and legal actions against those implicated. 
The commitment of Patel to work with Blackburn on this issue signals a potential shift in the handling of Epstein&#8217;s case, which remains a topic of national interest and controversy. 
The public&#8217;s access to these records could shed light on the extent of Epstein&#8217;s network and the individuals involved, contributing to transparency and accountability.
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Crypto analyst who correctly foresaw the Bitcoin crash in May 2021, now foresees a significant downward correction for the cryptocurrenc<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/01/42933328/analyst-warns-of-bitcoins-uncertain-future-amid-key-support-breakdown-it-could-get-ugly">y in the upcoming weeks.</a>
What Happened: The pseudonymous analyst, Dave the Wave, predicts that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) might replicate last year&#8217;s pattern. In 2021, Bitcoin reached new highs around $74,000 before plummeting below $50,000. He anticipates the most severe BTC consolidation to take place by the end of March.
According to Dave the Wave&#8217;s chart, if BTC mimics last year&#8217;s price action, it could correct to the 0.382 Fibonacci level, which is approximately $81,000. The Fibonacci extension tool is often used by traders to pinpoint potential entry and exit points based on the Fibonacci ratio.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">End of March should see the worst of the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/btc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#btc</a> consolidation based on this fractal.. Those disappointed not to have seen an immediate parabola should take solace in the technically superb nature of the chart.&#x1f9d0; <a href="https://t.co/waqcZoxg7g">pic.twitter.com/waqcZoxg7g</a>
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Despite predicting a Bitcoin pullback, the analyst maintains that BTC will eventually rally and could potentially hit as high as $260,000 by the end of the year. 
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&mdash; dave the wave&#x1f30a;&#x1f313; (@davthewave) <a href="https://twitter.com/davthewave/status/1887667364118077787?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 7, 2025</a></blockquote>
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This prediction is grounded in his logarithmic growth curve (LGC) model and the moving average convergence divergence (MACD) indicator.
The LGC is designed to forecast Bitcoin&#8217;s&nbsp;market cycle highs and lows, disregarding&nbsp;short-term volatility, while the MACD&nbsp;assists traders in identifying trend direction and potential reversal areas. At the&nbsp;time of writing, Bitcoin is&nbsp;trading for $96,909.
Why It Matters: The prediction of a significant downward correction for Bitcoin comes at a time when the cryptocurrency market is already facing volatility. 
The anticipated correction could potentially impact the market, affecting investors and traders alike. The prediction also highlights the importance of tools like the Fibonacci extension and the LGC model in forecasting market trends, which could be crucial for traders in making informed decisions. 
The potential rally predicted by Dave the Wave could also provide a glimmer of hope for investors amidst the anticipated downturn.
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A Miami-based entrepreneur was pushed to the brink of bankruptcy due to a nine-month-long freeze <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/12/42716153/massive-data-breach-exposes-millions-of-credit-and-debit-cards-is-your-account-safe">on his $65,000 by Chase Bank.</a>
What Happened: Sean May, a customer of Chase Bank, was unable to access his funds due to a suspected fraud. The funds were from a $65,000 check issued by the US government.
According to a <a href="https://www.wfla.com/8-on-your-side/better-call-behnken/bank-holds-pasco-county-business-irs-refund-check-for-nine-months-amid-fraud-concerns/#:~:text=TAMPA%2C%20Fla.,tax%20refund%20check%20last%20May">report</a>, despite presenting a letter from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) confirming the legitimacy of the check, JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), operating as Chase Bank, did not lift the freeze on his account.
&#8220;They have cashed the check. They do have the money. It's just not accessible to me, and my account has been closed,&#8221; said May. He also highlighted that this situation played a significant role in his software development company&#8217;s bankruptcy.
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After NBC-affiliate WFLA News initiated inquiries, Chase Bank agreed to release May&#8217;s funds. &#8220;Upon&nbsp;review of this case, we&nbsp;reached out to our customer&nbsp;to apologize for the delay&nbsp;and to let them know&nbsp;we are releasing their funds,&#8221; the bank stated.
May has been informed by the bank that he should&nbsp;expect the check this week.
Why It Matters: This incident underscores the potential risks that businesses face when banking institutions impose sudden freezes on accounts. 
In this case, the prolonged freeze led to significant financial distress for the business owner, ultimately pushing his company into bankruptcy. 
The incident also raises questions about the bank&#8217;s fraud detection and customer service processes, and whether they adequately protect the interests of their customers.
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