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SEC pushes back decision on prediction markets ETFs, reviving memories of bitcoin fund saga

The U.S. SEC has postponed a decision on exchange-traded funds tied to prediction markets, extending its review under standard rulemaking timelines. The move recalls the multi-year path to spot bitcoin ETFs and signals heightened scrutiny of market integrity and investor protection.

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Are investors late to the AI data‑center trade? Why many see more runway

AI infrastructure leaders have rallied, but several indicators suggest the build‑out cycle is far from finished. Here’s what changed, what to watch, and how different investors can position.

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Netflix lifts ad-free Standard to $20 as streaming economics tilt toward ads

Netflix’s new $20 ad-free Standard plan sharpens the trade-off between price and ads, bringing streaming revenue models closer to traditional TV. Here’s what changed, why it matters for markets, and how investors across equity and credit should think about the shift.

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Kospi sets new high as Asia markets diverge on oil spike and Middle East risk

South Korea’s Kospi hit a fresh record while other Asia markets were mixed, as oil rose on renewed geopolitical tension linked to Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. Investors weighed earnings and inflation dynamics at the start of a new trading week.

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Inside the booming business of YouTube advisors powering million‑dollar creator channels

Specialist consultants are reshaping how top YouTube creators plan content and revenue, with implications for Alphabet’s ad business and investors exposed to the digital media value chain.

May 23, 2026 | 259

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Asia-Pacific stocks advance as investors look past ceasefire warning and refocus on earnings, rates

Regional equities climbed despite renewed doubt over a fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire, with investors prioritizing earnings resilience and rate expectations.

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Texas sues Netflix over alleged data collection on children and addictive design, raising regulatory overhang for streaming investors

Texas filed a lawsuit accusing Netflix of unlawfully collecting data from minors and using addictive design features, adding a new layer of regulatory risk for streaming stocks and broader markets.

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Hims & Hers revenue misses estimates as strategy shift weighs on sales momentum

Hims & Hers reported revenue below Wall Street expectations after reprioritizing growth initiatives, prompting investors to reassess the telehealth company’s near‑term trajectory and unit economics.

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