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Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
'Left's Dark Money Trail...': Tyler O'Neil Unmasks Biden-USAID Funding For Soros Backed NGOs
/ Jul 17, 2025, 11:28PM IST An investigative journalist with "The Daily Signal" shines the spotlight on USAID funds given to 'at least one NGO backed by George Soros'. Tyler O'Neil's explosive testimony at a hearing titled 'How Leftist Nonprofit Networks Exploit Federal Tax Dollars to Advance a Radical Agenda' stunned the house. In this session, O'Neil claimed that the Biden HHS paid Vera nearly 200 million for refugee assistance to assist those facing deportations. Watch his full testimony here
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
The Next Great Bubble: Riding Quantum, AI, and Crypto Stocks
"When I see a bubble forming, I rush in to buy, adding fuel to the fire."— George Soros Bubbles are not just market anomalies, they are often features of major eras of innovation and expansion. From railroads to dot-coms and digital assets, investors have repeatedly underestimated how far narrative-driven excess can go. Today, we are in the early innings of what may become the next great bubble, driven by a convergence of artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and crypto-financial systems. Each of these technologies is transformational on its own. Together, they are catalyzing a new wave of speculative enthusiasm, and importantly, real capital investment across both public and private markets. The last couple of years, broad markets have performed very well led by a surge in thematic stocks tied to AI infrastructure and quantum computing, while tokenized financial rails have begun to proliferate more recently. Like in the late 1990s, the rally may seem unsustainable, and it likely will be, eventually. But history shows that there may be explosive gains in the years ahead for those who are well positioned. This article explores what a full-blown speculative peak could look like over the next couple of years, and how much upside may still lie ahead if the current bull run evolves into a true mania. We'll examine lessons from past bubbles, outline the broader themes driving this one, and highlight several individual stocks that could become major winners along the way. Artificial Intelligence: The Infrastructure Behind Superintelligence AI is already reshaping daily life, but we may only be scratching the surface of what's coming. The exponential growth in large language model (LLM) usage, combined with an arms race in data center construction, is driving massive demand for compute infrastructure. The growth in LLM usage across both consumer and enterprise applications has been nothing short of extraordinary. After becoming the fastest app in history to reach 100 million users, OpenAI's ChatGPT has continued its explosive ascent, now estimated to have over 1 billion weekly active users. The company is reportedly generating more than $10 billion in annual revenue, and while it's the most prominent player, it's far from alone. Competitors like Anthropic's Claude, Google's Gemini, and Meta's Llama are also accelerating rapidly, contributing to a broader AI boom. Yet the infrastructure behind these systems may be the most compelling part of the story. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently revealed plans for a multi-gigawatt data center, code-named Prometheus, describing it as a facility that could ultimately match the physical footprint of Manhattan. The scale of this ambition highlights the extraordinary capital intensity required to push the frontier of artificial intelligence. Global hyperscaler spending on data infrastructure is expected to reach nearly $400 billion this year, fueled not only by commercial demand but by geopolitical competition. Nations are racing to develop sovereign AI capabilities, with some viewing superintelligence as a matter of national security. Whoever controls the most advanced AI infrastructure could shape the future, not just of industries, but of economies, governance, and global power structures. What I'm trying to say is this: a truly historic amount of capital is gushing into this industry as the world's leading technologists attempt to build something akin to a digital god. Will they succeed? I honestly don't know. But what I do know is that the sheer scale of spending, investment, and adoption, from the world's wealthiest corporations and most powerful governments, is likely to drive the stock market significantly higher, especially for companies positioned in the right sectors. Key stocks positioned to benefit from this wave include: Nvidia NVDA – The dominant AI hardware provider powering the entire LLM and inference boom Palantir Technologies PLTR – Enterprise-level AI decision-making systems used by governments and defense Vertiv (VRT) – A critical infrastructure company providing thermal and power solutions to data centers Microsoft (MSFT), Meta (META) and Alphabet (GOOGL) – AI hyperscaler titans building and scaling LLM platforms and integrating intelligently into core businesses Constellation Energy (CEG) – Benefiting from the enormous power demands of next-gen AI facilities Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Quantum Computing: From Hype to Real-World Impact Quantum computing has quietly taken a leap forward in the last year. What was once seen as far-off science fiction is now entering its commercialization phase, with breakthroughs in qubit coherence, quantum error correction, and hybrid classical-quantum systems accelerating the timeline. While large-scale universal quantum computing is still several years away, practical use cases in logistics optimization, pharma, and material science are beginning to emerge. As these systems are paired with classical AI infrastructure, we may see the rise of hybrid models that radically outperform current methods. Most notably, over the past several months, quantum computing stocks have gone vertical. While skeptics point to the still-limited revenue and earnings across the sector, early commercial traction is beginning to materialize, and it appears the market is starting to price in the tremendous long-term potential. One thing is clear: capital is flowing aggressively into the industry. Promising public companies in the space include: IonQ IONQ – The current leader among quantum computing pure-plays, with real commercial traction Rigetti Computing (RGTI) – More speculative, but heavily shorted and capable of meme-stock behavior D-Wave Quantum QBTS – A legacy player focused on annealing-based quantum systems Quantum Computing Inc. (QUBT) – Ultra-speculative, with potential to catch fire in a retail bubble Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Bitcoin, Crypto, and Digital Assets: The Financial Layer of the New Era Bitcoin has reclaimed its position as the best-performing macro asset, outpacing gold, stocks, and real estate by a wide margin. While its role as a hedge against fiat instability and global uncertainty can be difficult to quantify, it has clearly proven effective as a portfolio diversifier, and increasingly serves as a release valve for excess liquidity in the financial system. The rise of tokenization and stablecoins is creating a new wave of speculative energy — not just in cryptocurrencies themselves, but in how traders and investors actually interface with the market. Tokenization refers to the process of putting real-world assets (like stocks, bonds, or even real estate) onto blockchain rails, allowing for 24/7 trading, fractional ownership, instant settlement, and increased global access. Meanwhile, stablecoins are offering a new form of liquidity for investors, something between a money market account and pure cash. This new form of liquidity lubricates financial markets broadly as it enables real-time settlement, faster capital redeployment, and round-the-clock market participation. Key stocks for exposure to this theme include: Coinbase COIN – The leading U.S.-listed crypto exchange and a beneficiary of retail and institutional flows and stablecoins Robinhood HOOD – The main point of access for speculative activites from retail as well as the first to introduce tokenization. MicroStrategy (MSTR) – Effectively a Bitcoin ETF with software revenue as a bonus Bitcoin ETF (IBIT)– Still the king, and still the most resilient asset in speculative cycles Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Buying Stocks With Eyes Wide Open If this is the beginning of the next great bubble, it's possible to imagine just how far markets could run. While it's impossible to predict exact outcomes, rough estimates suggest that the Nasdaq 100 could double, the S&P 500 could push toward 10,000, and Bitcoin might rally to $300,000 or more over the next couple of years. These are, of course, just rough estimates, but they reflect the type of moves we've seen in past bubbles when narratives take hold and capital flows turn parabolic. Yes, it may all come crashing down someday. But in the meantime, the market may reward those who are early, thoughtful, and positioned for narrative-driven upside. Just like Soros, sometimes the best trade is to lean into the mania and exit before the music stops. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) : Free Stock Analysis Report Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) : Free Stock Analysis Report Coinbase Global, Inc. (COIN) : Free Stock Analysis Report Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD) : Free Stock Analysis Report IonQ, Inc. (IONQ) : Free Stock Analysis Report D-Wave Quantum Inc. (QBTS) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research
Globe and Mail
7 days ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
The Next Great Bubble: Riding Quantum, AI, and Crypto Stocks
"When I see a bubble forming, I rush in to buy, adding fuel to the fire." — George Soros Bubbles are not just market anomalies, they are often features of major eras of innovation and expansion. From railroads to dot-coms and digital assets, investors have repeatedly underestimated how far narrative-driven excess can go. Today, we are in the early innings of what may become the next great bubble, driven by a convergence of artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and crypto-financial systems. Each of these technologies is transformational on its own. Together, they are catalyzing a new wave of speculative enthusiasm, and importantly, real capital investment across both public and private markets. The last couple of years, broad markets have performed very well led by a surge in thematic stocks tied to AI infrastructure and quantum computing, while tokenized financial rails have begun to proliferate more recently. Like in the late 1990s, the rally may seem unsustainable, and it likely will be, eventually. But history shows that there may be explosive gains in the years ahead for those who are well positioned. This article explores what a full-blown speculative peak could look like over the next couple of years, and how much upside may still lie ahead if the current bull run evolves into a true mania. We'll examine lessons from past bubbles, outline the broader themes driving this one, and highlight several individual stocks that could become major winners along the way. Artificial Intelligence: The Infrastructure Behind Superintelligence AI is already reshaping daily life, but we may only be scratching the surface of what's coming. The exponential growth in large language model (LLM) usage, combined with an arms race in data center construction, is driving massive demand for compute infrastructure. The growth in LLM usage across both consumer and enterprise applications has been nothing short of extraordinary. After becoming the fastest app in history to reach 100 million users, OpenAI's ChatGPT has continued its explosive ascent, now estimated to have over 1 billion weekly active users. The company is reportedly generating more than $10 billion in annual revenue, and while it's the most prominent player, it's far from alone. Competitors like Anthropic's Claude, Google's Gemini, and Meta's Llama are also accelerating rapidly, contributing to a broader AI boom. Yet the infrastructure behind these systems may be the most compelling part of the story. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently revealed plans for a multi-gigawatt data center, code-named Prometheus, describing it as a facility that could ultimately match the physical footprint of Manhattan. The scale of this ambition highlights the extraordinary capital intensity required to push the frontier of artificial intelligence. Global hyperscaler spending on data infrastructure is expected to reach nearly $400 billion this year, fueled not only by commercial demand but by geopolitical competition. Nations are racing to develop sovereign AI capabilities, with some viewing superintelligence as a matter of national security. Whoever controls the most advanced AI infrastructure could shape the future, not just of industries, but of economies, governance, and global power structures. What I'm trying to say is this: a truly historic amount of capital is gushing into this industry as the world's leading technologists attempt to build something akin to a digital god. Will they succeed? I honestly don't know. But what I do know is that the sheer scale of spending, investment, and adoption, from the world's wealthiest corporations and most powerful governments, is likely to drive the stock market significantly higher, especially for companies positioned in the right sectors. Key stocks positioned to benefit from this wave include: Nvidia NVDA – The dominant AI hardware provider powering the entire LLM and inference boom Palantir Technologies PLTR – Enterprise-level AI decision-making systems used by governments and defense Vertiv (VRT) – A critical infrastructure company providing thermal and power solutions to data centers Microsoft (MSFT), Meta (META) and Alphabet (GOOGL) – AI hyperscaler titans building and scaling LLM platforms and integrating intelligently into core businesses Constellation Energy (CEG) – Benefiting from the enormous power demands of next-gen AI facilities Quantum Computing: From Hype to Real-World Impact Quantum computing has quietly taken a leap forward in the last year. What was once seen as far-off science fiction is now entering its commercialization phase, with breakthroughs in qubit coherence, quantum error correction, and hybrid classical-quantum systems accelerating the timeline. While large-scale universal quantum computing is still several years away, practical use cases in logistics optimization, pharma, and material science are beginning to emerge. As these systems are paired with classical AI infrastructure, we may see the rise of hybrid models that radically outperform current methods. Most notably, over the past several months, quantum computing stocks have gone vertical. While skeptics point to the still-limited revenue and earnings across the sector, early commercial traction is beginning to materialize, and it appears the market is starting to price in the tremendous long-term potential. One thing is clear: capital is flowing aggressively into the industry. Promising public companies in the space include: IonQ IONQ – The current leader among quantum computing pure-plays, with real commercial traction Rigetti Computing (RGTI) – More speculative, but heavily shorted and capable of meme-stock behavior D-Wave Quantum QBTS – A legacy player focused on annealing-based quantum systems Quantum Computing Inc. (QUBT) – Ultra-speculative, with potential to catch fire in a retail bubble Bitcoin, Crypto, and Digital Assets: The Financial Layer of the New Era Bitcoin has reclaimed its position as the best-performing macro asset, outpacing gold, stocks, and real estate by a wide margin. While its role as a hedge against fiat instability and global uncertainty can be difficult to quantify, it has clearly proven effective as a portfolio diversifier, and increasingly serves as a release valve for excess liquidity in the financial system. The rise of tokenization and stablecoins is creating a new wave of speculative energy — not just in cryptocurrencies themselves, but in how traders and investors actually interface with the market. Tokenization refers to the process of putting real-world assets (like stocks, bonds, or even real estate) onto blockchain rails, allowing for 24/7 trading, fractional ownership, instant settlement, and increased global access. Meanwhile, stablecoins are offering a new form of liquidity for investors, something between a money market account and pure cash. This new form of liquidity lubricates financial markets broadly as it enables real-time settlement, faster capital redeployment, and round-the-clock market participation. Key stocks for exposure to this theme include: Coinbase COIN – The leading U.S.-listed crypto exchange and a beneficiary of retail and institutional flows and stablecoins Robinhood HOOD – The main point of access for speculative activites from retail as well as the first to introduce tokenization. MicroStrategy (MSTR) – Effectively a Bitcoin ETF with software revenue as a bonus Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) – Still the king, and still the most resilient asset in speculative cycles Buying Stocks With Eyes Wide Open If this is the beginning of the next great bubble, it's possible to imagine just how far markets could run. While it's impossible to predict exact outcomes, rough estimates suggest that the Nasdaq 100 could double, the S&P 500 could push toward 10,000, and Bitcoin might rally to $300,000 or more over the next couple of years. These are, of course, just rough estimates, but they reflect the type of moves we've seen in past bubbles when narratives take hold and capital flows turn parabolic. Yes, it may all come crashing down someday. But in the meantime, the market may reward those who are early, thoughtful, and positioned for narrative-driven upside. Just like Soros, sometimes the best trade is to lean into the mania and exit before the music stops. Only $1 to See All Zacks' Buys and Sells We're not kidding. Several years ago, we shocked our members by offering them 30-day access to all our picks for the total sum of only $1. No obligation to spend another cent. Thousands have taken advantage of this opportunity. Thousands did not - they thought there must be a catch. Yes, we do have a reason. We want you to get acquainted with our portfolio services like Surprise Trader, Stocks Under $10, Technology Innovators, and more, that closed 256 positions with double- and triple-digit gains in 2024 alone. 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India.com
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet world's richest actor, his net worth is Rs 1,00,00,00,00,000, beats Shah Rukh Khan, Tom Cruise, Dwayne Johnson, he is from…, name is…
The world's richest actor is an immigrant whose total wealth is 1.2 billion dollars i.e. 10 thousand crores. Forbes has released an interesting list which includes , America's most successful immigrants. The list contains the names of billionaire immigrants, who were born outside America, but settled in America and made it big. He is at the top of this year's highest paid actor. Who is the world's richest actor? Apart from celebrities like George Soros, Satya Nadella, Peter Thiel and Elon Musk , the list also includes some from the entertainment industry, such as the world's richest actor, 77-year-old, who grew up in a Nazi household before becoming America's most loved icon. According to Forbes, action icon and former governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger has a total net worth of $1.2 billion i.e. Rs 10,000 crore. Arnold is followed by Tom Cruise, Dwayne Johnson, and Shah Rukh Khan, whose combined net worth is between $800 and $900 million. The only female artist to be a billionaire is Rihanna, while the only male artist to be a billionaire is Tyler Perry and Jerry Seinfeld. However, neither of them works as actors, but both are singers. Earned 500 million dollars from movies alone The 77-year-old actor spent his childhood in Australia. He described his parents, mother Aurelia and father Gustave, as very strict. Now he is one of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood history. According to Forbes, he has earned more than $500 million from movies alone. What kind of businesses does Arnold Schwarzenegger do? His real estate investments in California and his stake in billionaire David Booth's Dimensional Fund Advisors make him even richer. The actor now owns several businesses, such as Fitness Publications Inc., his film firm Oak Productions, his trademark and film holding company Pumping Iron America. The owner of these companies has made a special place for himself on the Forbes list this time.
Time of India
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The world's richest actor is an immigrant with a net worth of $1.2 billion, find out who he is!
The world's richest actor is an immigrant with a net worth of $1.2 billion, was once raised by a Nazi military policeman. The Forbes magazine has released an interesting list - America's most successful immigrants. The list contains names of billionaire immigrants, people who were born outside the US but emigrated to the United States and made it big. In addition to celebrities like George Soros, Satya Nadella, Peter Thiel, and Elon Musk, the list also includes some from the entertainment industry, such as the richest actor in the world, a 77-year-old who was raised in a Nazi home before rising to become one of America's most adored icons. According to Forbes, action icon and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has an incredible net worth of $1.2 billion, making him the richest actor in the world. Even though this is a significant drop from his $1.49 billion peak earlier this year, he remains at the top of the list. Among men and women who have derived their fame and wealth from acting primarily, nobody else is a billionaire. Arnold is followed by Tom Cruise, Dwayne Johnson, and Shah Rukh Khan, all of whom have net worths between $800 and $900 million. The only female performer billionaire is Rihanna, whereas the only male performer billionaires are Tyler Perry and Jerry Seinfeld. However, none of them are actors for a living. The 77-year-old describes his Austrian childhood as existing in a "very different world" compared to his existence as a Hollywood icon. He characterised his parents, mother Aurelia and father Gustav, as "very strict" figures. In a candid chat with back in 2000, the Hollywood icon shared: "It's true my parents were very strict and I think many times I'm very strict with my own children but not like it was when I grew up. Back then in Austria it was a very different world - if we did something bad or we disobeyed our parents, the rod was not sparred.' Arnold's journey into bodybuilding began in the 1960s, clinching the Junior Mr Europe title and leading him to Forest Gate, London, for training sessions with Charles Bennett. He became the youngest winner of the Mr. Universe title at the young age of 20, and he saw the victory as his ticket to the American dream he had dreamed of since he was ten. Arnold showed off his strength in a number of weightlifting and powerlifting competitions during the 1960s, and at the age of 23, he became the youngest person to ever win the coveted title of Mr. Olympia. The beginning of his acting career came in the early 1970s when he played Arnold Strong in the movie Hercules in New York. However, the 1982 smash movie Conan the Barbarian, which brought him a lot of money at the box office, was what actually made him famous. 1989 saw him take on what is often hailed as his defining role, playing the lead in James Cameron's The Terminator, cementing his place as a silver screen legend. Arnold's career was marked by a string of appearances in blockbuster action films, a trend that continued throughout his professional life, with notable roles in films such as Predator, Commando, and Red Heat. During his career, Arnold's films are estimated to have made about $5.2 billion (around £3.8 billion) at the box office. According to Forbes, Arnold's acting skills and astute investments have contributed to his net worth of approximately $1.2 billion (or £800 million). He is now one of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood history as a result. According to Forbes, he has earned over $500 million from film salaries alone. His lucrative real estate investments in California and his minority ownership in fellow billionaire David Booth's Dimensional Fund Advisors are examples of his successful business endeavours outside of the movie industry. The actor now has a variety of commercial ventures, such as Fitness Publications Inc., his film firm Oak Productions, and his trademark and film holding company Pumping Iron America. Despite his monumental success in Hollywood, Arnold has scaled back his filmmaking in recent years. As per IMDB, his last major screen role was in Terminator: Dark Fate in 2019. Since then, he has featured in a series of short films and the TV series Superhero Kindergarten.
