Wilmington, Delaware, November 7th, 2024, Chainwire Rekt Brands Inc. (Rekt), the parent company behind the Rektguy NFT project, Rekt Drinks, and the Rekt brand intellectual property, is excited to announce the completion of a $1.5 million seed funding round. Funded exclusively by angel investors and the community—without institutional venture capital—this achievement highlights the support Rekt received from its loyal and growing network. This funding announcement follows the debut of Rekt Drinks, Rekt’s first consumer product: a lime-flavored sparkling water with zero caffeine and zero alcohol, featuring the Rekt branding. Rekt Drinks made its debut last week with 222,456 units available…
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The 2025 Infiniti QX80 has undergone a significant redesign, bringing a refined look to a traditionally bold luxury SUV. One of the standout changes is the switch from a powerful V8 engine to a smooth, twin-turbo V6, reflecting a modern shift towards efficiency without sacrificing performance. This shift is part of Infiniti’s strategy to position the QX80 not just as a competitor to the Cadillac Escalade and Lincoln Navigator, but as a flagship for the brand’s luxury aspirations. Inside, the QX80 impresses with its finely crafted cabin, especially in the top-tier Autograph trim. The attention to detail is remarkable, with…
This week on Talking Headways we’re joined by Julie Huls, CEO of Waymaker Group. We chat about economic development strategies for mid-sized cities, the impacts of the pandemic on regional thinking and what a future of mega-regions means for cities trying to attract talent.Scroll down below the audio player for an edited excerpt of our conversation, or click here for an unedited, AI-generated transcript of the entire conversation.Jeff Wood: What has the pandemic done to this discussion?Julie Huls: Oh my goodness. Turned it on its head. Economic development will never be the same. Technology-based economic development was not even a thing before COVID. We are…
Trans Am Worldwide has made waves at the SEMA Show 2024 by revealing the first-ever hardtop version of the 2025 70/SS Chevelle, a modern reinterpretation of the iconic 1970 Chevelle Super Sport. This highly anticipated reboot stays true to its roots while introducing new features and a performance upgrade that will surely excite muscle car enthusiasts. The stunning Fathom Blue Metallic exterior, complete with Pearl White rally stripes, showcases the dedication to detail that Trans Am Worldwide is known for. The car is finished with six coats of clear, meticulously block-sanded to ensure a flawless, ridge-free paint job that pays…
Labor market will be focus of Powell remarks, D.A. Davidson’s Ragan saysThe current view of Fed officials on the labor market could be one the of the big takeaways from Powell’s press conference Thursday, according to James Ragan, director of wealth management research at D.A. Davidson.”The biggest thing he can talk about is the jobs market because we had that hurricane-impacted number for October. Obviously a weak number, but I think the markets discounted it a lot for the hurricane impact. So I’d like to hear him talk a little a bit beyond that data,” Ragan told CNBC.The non-farm payrolls…
COLUMBUS, IN / ACCESSWIRE / November 7, 2024 / Global power technology leader Cummins Inc . (NYSE:) proudly announced the extension of its grant to The 15 White Coats, aimed at amplifying the impact of the Resilient Readers Book Club and launching new Virtual Readers Club volunteer opportunities. Since 2023, Cummins has partnered with The 15 White Coats through its Cummins Advocating for Racial Equity (CARE) initiative. This collaboration has provided culturally relevant literature to school-age children, featuring high-quality culturally relevant books placed in youth-centered organizations to inspire future generations. “We embarked on a journey to try to enact a…
At the 2024 SEMA Show, Modellista—a distinguished Japanese aftermarket company under Toyota—unveiled the Overland Vision, an exciting new concept based on the Toyota Land Cruiser. Known for its skill in tuning and modifying Toyota vehicles, Modellista continues to demonstrate its expertise with this latest reveal. This concept marks a bold new direction for Modellista, pushing the boundaries of overlanding and off-road customization to an extreme level. The vehicle was showcased at the Toyota booth, where it turned heads with its unique and aggressive design. The Overland Vision Concept is a heavily modified Land Cruiser designed for the ultimate off-roading experience,…
When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock’s price, but are they really important? Before we discuss the reliability of brokerage recommendations and how to use them to your advantage, let’s see what these Wall Street heavyweights think about Vistra Corp. (VST). Vistra currently has an average brokerage recommendation (ABR) of 1.08, on a scale of 1 to 5 (Strong Buy to Strong Sell), calculated based on the actual recommendations (Buy, Hold, Sell, etc.) made by 12…
Donald Trump won decisively in the U.S. presidential election and the U.S. bond market celebrated by falling, at least in the immediate aftermath of the news. The market’s reaction suggests that many investors are expecting a more inflationary environment as a result of the Trump administration’s second-term policies. The benchmark 10-year Treasury rate rose by as much as 18 basis points the day after the election, pushing the overall rate on the bond to 4.47 percent. The price of bonds and their yield move inversely, with prices falling as rates rise. A rising yield on Treasurys raises the cost of…
The 2025 Toyota Crown Signia presents a compelling case for a luxury SUV that brings premium features to an accessible price point, challenging traditional notions of what luxury can cost. Positioned as a bridge between Toyota’s mainstream lineup and the more expensive Lexus, the Crown Signia offers exceptional value with a design and feel that rival high-end SUVs, but without the hefty price tag. The exterior of the Crown Signia is bold and dynamic, with a sleek front grille and narrow LED headlights that make a statement on the road. The design features subtle curves along the body, emphasizing motion,…