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SoonChain, a frontrunner in the Web3 gaming, has recently commenced a new strategic collaboration with GPTVerse, a well-known AI hub to facilitate decentralized apps. The collaboration focuses on combining the Web3 gaming, blockchain technology and artificial intelligence. The platform disclosed this endeavor on its official social media account.
SoonChain’s collaboration with GPTVerse underscores a notable milestone in merging the AI technology with the Web3 gaming. The key focus of the partnership is on the release the AI Gam Generator (AIGG). It is an exclusive endeavor that enables consumers to become noteworthy game developers while requiring no conventional coding expertise.
The partnership includes the integration of the AIGG project of SoonChain into the multi-platform AI program of GPTVerse. The purpose of this integration is to democratize and simplify the game development in the decentralized ecosystem. Simultaneously, the partnership pays a considerable attention to maintaining transparency and security by leveraging the blockchain technology. AIGG delivers a consumer-friendly suite for game development driven by AI, letting creators generate diverse game mechanics, assets, interactive elements, and narratives with ease.
According to SoonChain, the collaboration seeks to commence a unique paradigm that broadens blockchain gaming. Hence, it provides a hub for creativity, economic opportunities, and innovation. It also significantly facilitates Web3 community, indicating a considerable shift toward relatively consumer-focused, intelligent, and integrated platforms. Overall, GPTVerse and SoonChain are leading this broad-scale transformation.
Silver price (XAG/USD) trades firmly around $33.00 during North American trading hours on Wednesday. The white metal strengthens as fears of an intense trade war between the United States (US) and China have diminished after President Donald Trump signaled the possibility of a deal with Beijing.
“Discussions with Beijing are going well,” Trump said on Tuesday while addressing reporters at the Oval Office, and showed optimism that both nations will “reach a deal”. Trump added that tariffs on China “would not be as high as 145%, but they wouldn’t be zero”.
Theoretically, easing global economic tensions reduces the appeal of safe-haven assets, like Silver. However, the metal is rising due to its industrial demand. Silver has applications in various industries, such as Electric Vehicles (EV), electronics, power and cables, mining etc.
Financial market participants expect that easing tensions between the world’s two largest powerhouses will favor both economies.
Meanwhile, the intraday corrective move in the US Dollar (USD) has also supported the Silver price. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the Greenback’s value against six major currencies, surrenders initial gains and falls back to near 99.00.
The USD Index gives up intraday gains even though Donald Trump has pushed back fears of sacking Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell. Still, he is frustrated with Powell for holding interest rates too restrictive.
Silver price trades back-and-forth in a range between $32.08 and $33.12 since Wednesday. The white metal turns sideways after a strong upside move since April 7. The 20-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) near $32.40 continues to provide support to the Silver price.
The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) oscillates in the 40.00-60.00 range, indicating a volatility contraction.
Looking up, the March 28 high of $34.60 will act as key resistance for the metal. On the downside, the April 11 low of $30.90 will be the key support zone.
Silver is a precious metal highly traded among investors. It has been historically used as a store of value and a medium of exchange. Although less popular than Gold, traders may turn to Silver to diversify their investment portfolio, for its intrinsic value or as a potential hedge during high-inflation periods. Investors can buy physical Silver, in coins or in bars, or trade it through vehicles such as Exchange Traded Funds, which track its price on international markets.
Silver prices can move due to a wide range of factors. Geopolitical instability or fears of a deep recession can make Silver price escalate due to its safe-haven status, although to a lesser extent than Gold’s. As a yieldless asset, Silver tends to rise with lower interest rates. Its moves also depend on how the US Dollar (USD) behaves as the asset is priced in dollars (XAG/USD). A strong Dollar tends to keep the price of Silver at bay, whereas a weaker Dollar is likely to propel prices up. Other factors such as investment demand, mining supply – Silver is much more abundant than Gold – and recycling rates can also affect prices.
Silver is widely used in industry, particularly in sectors such as electronics or solar energy, as it has one of the highest electric conductivity of all metals – more than Copper and Gold. A surge in demand can increase prices, while a decline tends to lower them. Dynamics in the US, Chinese and Indian economies can also contribute to price swings: for the US and particularly China, their big industrial sectors use Silver in various processes; in India, consumers’ demand for the precious metal for jewellery also plays a key role in setting prices.
Silver prices tend to follow Gold’s moves. When Gold prices rise, Silver typically follows suit, as their status as safe-haven assets is similar. The Gold/Silver ratio, which shows the number of ounces of Silver needed to equal the value of one ounce of Gold, may help to determine the relative valuation between both metals. Some investors may consider a high ratio as an indicator that Silver is undervalued, or Gold is overvalued. On the contrary, a low ratio might suggest that Gold is undervalued relative to Silver.
April 23, 2025 – Written by Frank Davies
STORY LINK Pound to Dollar FX Forecast: Sterling “Near-term Consolidation Around 1.33”
The US dollar secured net gains on Wednesday with support from a second successive surge in equities during the day.
The gains in equities and dollar were driven by another U-turn from President Trump as he stated that he was not looking to dismiss Fed Chair Powell. There was also an upbeat Administration assessment of trade prospects.
The latest US business confidence data also suggested more resilience than expected which provided an element of relief surrounding the US outlook.
The Pound to Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate posted sharp losses to below 1.3250 before a recovery to near 1.3300.
According to Scotiabank; “We look for near-term consolidation around 1.33 and note the fact that GBPUSD’s most recent highs were not confirmed by the RSI, offering negative divergence in momentum. We look to near-term support between 1.3220 and 1.3250 and resistance between 1.3400 and 1.3420.”
MUFG is not expecting an extended recovery; “The scale of the US dollar move does point to some scope if these reports of de-escalation intensify that we could see this US dollar rebound extend further. Still, investors are likely to remain cautious and in many ways, damage is already done that likely means any US dollar recovery will be brief and relatively modest.”
According to Scotiabank; “Relief for the USD may be temporary as trade uncertainty will continue to shade US economic prospects.”
The US PMI manufacturing index improved to a 2-month high of 50.7 for April from 50.2 previously and above consensus forecasts of 49.0.
The services sector index did retreat to a 2-month low of 51.4 for the month from 54.4 and compared with expectations of 52.8.
The PMI composite index did decline to a 16-month low for the month as business confidence dipped again to the lowest level since July 2022.
Prices charged for goods and services rose at the sharpest rate for 13 months.
Chris Williamson, Chief Business Economist at S&P Global Market Intelligence commented; “The early flash PMI data for April point to a marked slowing of business activity growth at the start of the second quarter, accompanied by a slump in optimism about the outlook. At the same time, price pressures intensified, creating a headache for a central bank which is coming under increasing pressure to shore up a weakening economy just as inflation looks set to rise.
Markets are pricing in a 65% chance of a June rate cut after no change in May.
Earlier, the UK PMI manufacturing index retreated further to a 32-month low of 44.0 for April from 44.9 previously and in line with consensus forecasts while the services-sector index retreated sharply to a 27-month low 48.9 from 52.5 and well below expectations of 51.5.
The composite output index dipped to a 29-month low in contraction territory.
Business confidence data dipped to the lowest level since October 2022 while employment declined further.
Costs increased at the fastest rate since February 2023 while output charges increased at the fastest rate for close to two years which will make Bank of England decision making notably difficult.
MUFG expressed reservations over the outlook; “The market may be reluctant to take kind of a strong view at this point in terms of how that’s likely to impact the UK economy and pound. But certainly, if you look at the (PMI) figures today it does show that business confidence did drop more sharply than expected in April, so that certainly increases the risk of the UK economy slowing down more in the second quarter.”
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There’s an ingredient that award-winning bar director Chris Amirault is willing to pay more than a dollar per gram to use in his drinks. I know what you’re thinking, but even edible gold flakes run somewhere around 50 cents a gram, and Amirault is going to get lots more flavor from this choice than he would from tasteless gold leaf.
For this price, he’s utilizing specialty teas in cocktails hot, cold, shaken and stirred, and he’s certainly not alone. Bars from Austin, Texas to Chicago and everywhere in between are loading up their menus with tea-tinged cocktails. But why are bartenders having this newfound infatuation with a drink humans have been sipping for 5,000+ years?
Genmaicha, coconut oolong, black lavender and lapsang souchong are just some of the designer teas on the menu at Scotch Lodge, the 2025 James Beard Semifinalist bar in Portland, Oregon. On their most recent menu release, more than a third of the cocktails feature tea. “We love our tea at Scotch, that’s for sure,” says bartender Jeremy Bro. “It’s a good hack for adding instant depth of flavor to cocktails.”
These exotic teas will be new to most guests, and when they can’t quite put a finger on what they’re tasting, the cocktail as a whole becomes more nuanced. Rather than being able to pick out specific notes like the tang of lime or the savory edge of tomato, this flavor X-factor helps the drink meld as one.
Beyond this ineffable quality, tea adds depth in a second way: texture. “For the Lychee Martini, I use white peony tea,” says Gregory Kong, beverage director at Nomad Tea Parlor in New York City. “It’s pricey, but it’s essential to this drink because it dries out the whole thing and adds subtle earthy and nutty notes.”
That drying character comes from the tannins, found in all teas, which bind with saliva (yum!) to give your mouth a dry or puckering feel. For this Lychee Martini, Kong purposely over-steeps the white peony tea to extract maximum tannins. “It works almost like salt in cooking,” he says. “Tea is like the final seasoning on a drink.”
Both Kong and Amirault note that the high price for these teas is tempered by the many ways they can be used behind the bar. A single tea can be steeped for a sweetened syrup, infused to add flavor to a spirit, and added to fruit and spices in a cordial. Each of these uses will extract different aspects from the tea leaves.
That ability to lend both layered flavor and mouthfeel makes tea a part of another still-growing movement behind the bar: low and no-alcohol cocktails. Kevin Beary, partner and beverage director at Three Dots and a Dash in Chicago, says it’s important that his non-alcoholic cocktails “push the bounds of what your palate can experience,” just like the rest of the drinks on his menu.
“I make a lot of non-alcoholic cocktails and I couldn’t do it without tea,” Beary says. “It’s absolutely indispensable.” Beary and his team shy away from so-called spiritless imitation spirits, so tea acts as a base for many of his booze-free creations.
Sunday Scaries at Three Dots and a Dash; the Peacock at Miami’s Champagne Bar
Three Dots and a Dash/Champagne Bar
The most fascinating example on the current menu is the Sunday Scaries, a mix of coconut water, pandan and sobacha tea. Sobacha is made by steeping roasted buckwheat, and it has a nutty, slightly savory quality that balances the refreshing sweetness of coconut water and the vanilla-laden dessert profile of pandan. “The tea makes the whole drink intriguing,” Beary says. “It provides so much body and flavor to what could be a thin, watery concoction because you don’t have the spirit as a backbone.”
All of these attributes have made tea a great addition to cocktails for centuries. The very first cocktail book issued in the United States in 1862 contained more than a dozen recipes featuring tea. So why the boom now?
“There are definitely more people interested in tea in the United States than ever,” says Amirault, who is the consulting bar director at Steep LA in Los Angeles. During the decade between 2012 and 2022, imports of tea grew roughly 23%, and with this growth a flood of new, unique teas entered the domestic market.
Using the finest teas and listing them on menus is a way for bars to indicate quality and a dedication to sourcing premium ingredients. Just as the team behind your favorite fancy drinks replaces “orange” with “blood orange” or even “Tarocco Italian blood orange,” “green tea” becomes “dragon pearl tea.”
“If you’re considering the language you use on the menu, it’s always a storytelling component,” Amirault says. In this case, high-end, exclusive teas are telling the story of quality, flavor and care.
Here are some of the high-end tea varieties you may spot on a cocktail menu during your next drinks outing.
This smoky tea has seen an explosion in popularity over the last three years, growing alongside the smoky likes of mezcal and American single malts. Alone, this tea tastes something like burning pine bark with accents of malted barley and caramel hard candies. But in mixed drinks, it usually contributes its more campfire-esque aspects.
Cigar Box cocktail at the Roosevelt Room in Austin
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You might see it paired with other smoky elements, like in the Cigar Box at the Roosevelt Room in Austin, where lapsang souchong syrup meets mezcal, lavender bitters and smoked cinnamon. But it’s just as likely to end up bringing depth to a fruity concoction, like the $8 Lap Dance at Happy Accidents Bar in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where the bar mixes the tea with bright bitters and peach.
Pu-erh is a fermented black tea. Because of the vast range of temperatures, moisture levels and methods of fermentation, it can portray a wide array of flavors. For the most part, you’ll notice earthy mushroom-like notes mixed with forest floor and even leather. However, some pu-erhs can have subtle fruit and spice character or the funky flavors of hay, animal and barnyard (in a good way).
These are just a sample of the many names for specialty green teas. They may point toward two things: how the tea leaves were treated or where the tea leaves were grown. Both pearl teas and gunpowder greens have each leaf hand-rolled into a small orb, which maintains the intensity of the tea’s flavor and a higher caffeine content.
Green teas will usually contribute a subtle herbal, grassy or vegetal complexity to a cocktail. The delicate flavors of Longjin tea mingle with gin and white vermouth in the Clear Eyes, Full Hearts drink at Steep LA, rather than intense flavors like fruit or barrel-aged spirits that could overpower the tea.
Oolong is a specific category of tea that sits between green and black. They are partially oxidized, which gives them some of the tannin and heft of a black tea while holding onto the fresh grassy qualities of a green tea. Think of oolong as expressing classic tea characteristics of herbal aromas with a dry mouthfeel.
At the Champagne Bar at the Four Seasons Hotel and Residences at The Surf Club, Miami, the Peacock cocktail showcases cold-infused Huang Guan Yin tea. This specific oolong is known for its delicate floral aroma, subtle sweetness and naturally soothing qualities, which round out the whiskey and bergamot in the highball. Generally, bartenders love to make oolong into syrups because the flavors are complex, but those tannins keep a syrup or infusion from being too sweet.
Black teas are fully oxidized, so they tout leather, very dark chocolate and natural bitterness. The flavor of the teas will vary slightly by region; most of the names of these specialty black teas refer to the place where the tea is grown. Although Employees Only in New York City is focused on a lively yet approachable vibe, the team still calls out “Tibetan Tiger Tea” on the menu as a special part of the clarified Strangers Punch. As an ingredient, it walks the perfect line between unconventional and familiar.
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The Solana price is eyeing a breakout above $155, backed by institutional buys, ETF exposure, and leading DEX volumes.
Solana’s been quietly making moves in both the charts and the headlines. From institutional interest to on-chain activity, there’s a clear shift in how it’s being viewed across the market.
Instead of wild price swings or hype-driven rallies, this time it’s the steady buildup that stands out. Big players are buying in, and the technical setup is starting to reflect that.
Big institutions are starting to look beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. The Solana Post shares that ARK Invest, led by Cathie Wood, just took its first direct step into Solana by adding exposure through the new SOLQ ETF on the Toronto Stock Exchange.
ARK Invest adds Solana exposure through SOLQ ETF, signaling growing institutional confidence. Source: The Solana Post via X.
With both ARKW and ARKF ETFs now holding SOL, this isn’t just a passive move; rather, it’s a clear signal that Solana is being taken seriously by institutions that once stayed away from altcoins. The ETF exposure makes it a financial move from ARK, which will have an impact on the ongoing Solana price pridiction.
Fresh off the heels of ARK Invest’s ETF-backed Solana move, Galaxy Digital is now adding to the bullish prospects. According to Altcoin Daily, Mike Novogratz’s firm has just rotated $106 million out of Ethereum and into Solana. For Solana to be prioritized over ETH at this scale sends a message that some big players see the momentum shifting.
Galaxy Digital rotates $106M from Ethereum into Solana. Source: Altcoin Daily via X.
While Ethereum remains the DeFi leader, the growing list of high-profile Solana supporters is hard to ignore. This move suggests Galaxy believes Solana’s scalability, lower fees, and increasing institutional support are becoming too compelling to pass up.
Right after the $106M move from Galaxy Digital into Solana, Crypto VIP Signal is now spotting something equally noteworthy on the charts. According to the analyst, Solana is forming an inverse head and shoulders pattern on the daily timeframe. The neckline resistance lies just above the $152 to $155 zone, and if the price breaks above this level, SOL Solana price could be entering a fresh bullish phase.
Solana’s inverse head and shoulders pattern points to a $180 target, with $152 resistance in play. Source: Crypto VIP Signal via X.
However, Crypto VIP Signal also notes that a potential retest of the $120 to $125 region looks likely in the short term, possibly acting as a final shakeout before a bigger move toward the $180 to $190 range. This setup comes at a moment when institutional interest is rising, with Galaxy Digital and ARK Invest backing SOL in meaningful ways.
Following the inverse head & shoulders setup we just discussed, this latest chart from VegetaCrypto1 adds further depth to Solana’s technical roadmap. The price is currently hovering just below the key resistance block between $141 and $144. If buyers can reclaim this zone, the next real test lies at the neckline resistance around $152 to $153. A clean break above this level could trigger a 30–35% upside move toward the $180 to $185 region.
Solana price faces key resistance at $141-$144, with potential for 30-35% upside if $152 breaks. Source: VegetaCrypto1 via X.
The rejection near $144 shows that bulls aren’t in full control just yet. A revisit to the grey demand block around $125 to $128 is on the table if momentum falters here. That wouldn’t necessarily break the bullish structure; instead, it could serve as a healthy retest before another leg higher, believes VegetaCrypto1. With strong confluence across multiple timeframes and growing institutional interest, the technicals suggest SOL Solana price is building a serious case for a sustained breakout.
As institutional eyes continue turning toward Solana, its on-chain performance is giving them good reason. According to The Solana Post, Solana DEX volumes has led all blockchains in the last 24 hours, clocking in over $2.11 billion, beating Ethereum and BSC by a significant margin.
Solana leads DEX volume with over $2.11 billion, outpacing Ethereum and BSC. Source: The Solana Post via X.
The volumes nearly account for 27% of the total DEX volume, showing the strength of Solana’s liquidity and real user activity. DEX volume often acts as a leading indicator for sign of strength. Combined with Solana’s potential breakout patterns and resilience near resistance, this activity surge could act as a catalyst for the next Solana price rally.
Between major ETF exposure from ARK Invest, Galaxy Digital’s $106 million rotation, and leading DEX volumes, Solana is ticking off all the boxes for institutional and on-chain strength. While short-term volatility may still shake things up, the broader trend paints a compelling picture. If technical patterns hold and momentum sustains, the current Solana price prediction scenarios aiming for $180 seem well within reach.
As told to Nicole Audrey Spector
One day in 2023, I went for a walk. Just a simple walk. No biggie. When I got home, I was coughing. I was terrified that I had Covid. My terror was largely rooted in the fact that I have scleroderma. I was diagnosed in 2001, at the age of 19. Living with a chronic autoimmune disease like scleroderma makes you high-risk. Covid, I knew, could kill me.
That night, I slept outside in the warm summer air. Along with coughing, I was having difficulty breathing and felt like I was being smothered, but the fresh, gentle air helped me breathe better.
The next day, my symptoms were just as bad. My husband was worried I was worsening and would need to go on a ventilator. So I went to the hospital.
I tested negative for Covid, but I was promptly admitted and underwent a pulmonary function test, an echocardiogram and blood testing. All this revealed I’d just had two heart attacks. The heart attacks, my healthcare providers (HCPs) concluded, were caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). I knew I had interstitial lung disease — inflammation and scarring of the lung tissue — caused by the scleroderma. I’d been living with that for about a year. But COPD was a totally new diagnosis.
What had happened, the HCPs said, is that the COPD — caused by the scleroderma — had triggered a scleroderma flare, which then triggered my heart arteries to block themselves. Additionally, my throat closed up. I could hardly swallow. Not even a pill.
I was in the hospital for six weeks. Stents were put in my heart to open arteries. I underwent throat stretching to widen my esophagus. I was also given breathing treatments and medications to manage the symptoms of COPD.
One of the best things I did while in the hospital was phone my good friend, another scleroderma survivor, every day. I called her when the HCPs came in to do their rounds. I put her on speakerphone so she could hear everything. I don’t feel super confident in my ability to understand medical jargon, especially when I’m the subject of all the talk. This dear friend would listen to what my HCPs were saying, and then, once they left, break it all down for me in a way that didn’t feel confusing. She was my own personal patient advocate, and I recommend that anyone feeling overwhelmed while navigating an illness have someone like her on board.
My husband and child, 12 at the time, were so worried that I’d die. I was afraid, too. I’d already been through so much with scleroderma, including multiple amputations. A lot of people who have endured as much damage from this disease as I have don’t live much longer.
But honestly, when I went through this COPD crisis, I was almost more stressed than scared. My life is incredibly busy. I’m a mom, I run a company, I work as a mentor, and I’m immersed in chronic illness advocacy work. I travel often and am always juggling a million different things. Having to step away from my many projects to deal with all this really set me back and made me feel like I was letting everyone down.
Once I got home from the hospital, I didn’t really know what my future would look like or how life would change now that I was living with COPD, which, like scleroderma, has no cure. But I got the hang of it all pretty quickly. (Fortunately, my symptoms are under control with breathing treatments and medications.) I started doing research to better understand the disease and how to best live with it. Now, I’m a passionate advocate for people living with COPD and do a tremendous amount of work in the COPD community.
Today, I’m as busy as ever, but my illnesses are taking a toll on my body. It’s starting to look like I won’t be able to travel nearly as much as I used to, if at all. I’m not thrilled about that, but I’m also not angry. My advocacy work makes me part of something so much bigger than myself. I feel that it’s what I was meant to do. I’ve watched so many friends die — some in much better physical condition than me. I don’t take a moment of my time here for granted.
Yes, I’m sick — as is everyone else living with COPD. But being sick doesn’t mean you have to be sad. And it doesn’t mean you have to be alone. Absolutely not. A major problem I see in the COPD community is people who have it not reaching out for support. I see too many people just sort of disappear in the disease. I hope to see more of us open our minds and eyes to see that there are entire organizations dedicated to helping people with COPD. So many resources are just a Google search away.
We’re all stronger than we think we are, and this is perhaps most true for women. We can get through pretty much anything if we accept it. If you’re living with COPD — or any chronic illness — I welcome you not to see it as a death sentence but as a new journey. And there are so many of us here to walk this journey with you.
This educational resource was created in partnership with COPD Foundation and with support from GlaxoSmithKline, Regeneron and Sanofi.
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BOCA RATON, FL, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DeFi Development Corporation (Nasdaq: JNVR) (the “Company”) today announced the purchase of approximately 65,305 Solana (SOL) tokens. Following this transaction, DeFi Development Corporation now holds approximately 317,273 SOL, valued at $48.2 million, including staking rewards.
Below is a summary of DeFi Development Corporation’s current SOL position and key per-share metrics as of April 23, 2025:
A portion of the Solana acquired includes locked SOL sourced via BitGo’s OTC desk, which facilitates purchases from institutional sellers subject to time-based unlock schedules. Any tokens acquired through this program will be held on a long-term basis and staked to generate native yield.
Locked SOL refers to tokens held under contractual restrictions, typically from vesting schedules, bankruptcies, venture allocations, or project-specific lockups. These tokens cannot be transferred on-chain until their unlock period expires, but can still be bought and sold over-the-counter between qualified parties.
“This is a clear example of the strategic execution we’ve built our treasury strategy around,” said Joseph Onorati, Chief Executive Officer of DeFi Development Corporation. “By gaining access to locked discounted inventory through a trusted partner like BitGo, we’re able to accumulate some of our SOL below market prices while deepening our alignment with the Solana ecosystem.”
Further updates will be included in the Company’s upcoming regulatory filings.
About DeFi Development Corporation
DeFi Development Corporation (Nasdaq: JNVR) has adopted a treasury policy under which the principal holding in its treasury reserve on the balance sheet will be allocated to Solana (SOL). In adopting its new treasury policy, the Company intends to provide investors a way to access the Solana ecosystem. The Company’s treasury policy is expected to provide investors economic exposure to SOL investment.
We are an AI-powered online platform that connects the commercial real estate industry by providing data and software subscriptions as well as value-add services to multifamily and commercial property professionals as we connect the increasingly complex ecosystem that stakeholders have to manage.
We currently serve more than one million web users annually, including multifamily and commercial property owners and developers applying for billions of dollars of debt financing per year, professional service providers, and thousands of multifamily and commercial property lenders including more than 10% of the banks in America, credit unions, real estate investment trusts (“REITs”), debt funds, Fannie Mae® and Freddie Mac® multifamily lenders, FHA multifamily lenders, commercial mortgage-backed securities (“CMBS”) lenders, Small Business Administration (“SBA”) lenders, and more. Our data and software offerings are generally offered on a subscription basis as software as a service (“SaaS”).
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Halliburton reported a first-quarter profit drop to $204 million (24 cents/share) from $606 million last year, with shares falling 6% to $20.62 after warning of a second-quarter earnings hit.
CEO Jeff Miller cited President Trump’s tariffs, which raise costs for steel-based equipment like drilling rigs, and weak U.S. crude prices below $64/barrel, deterring profitable drilling.
North American revenue declined 12% to $2.2 billion, as producers scaled back production due to prices below the $65 threshold. International revenue dipped 2%, led by reduced activity in debt-laden Mexico.
Halliburton forecasts a 2-3 cent/share impact from trade tensions, with second-quarter earnings at 63 cents/share. Despite a $356 million charge, including $107 million in severance costs, revenue of $5.42 billion beat estimates.
The company expects flat to slightly lower international revenue and a 1-3% rise in completion division revenue, but drilling margins may drop significantly.
Miller noted potential equipment “white space” as clients cut 2025 activity, possibly retiring or exporting fleets. The oilfield services sector braces for tariff-driven supply chain disruptions, with Halliburton’s stock down 24% year-to-date, outpacing rival SLB’s 11% decline.
For what it’s worth, German Flash Manufacturing came in a little hotter than anticipated, as its Services number came in a little lower than anticipated. It was a slightly mixed to negative picture coming out of the European Union. Later in the day, we’ll get manufacturing and services PMI coming out of the US and that could change things. But as things stand right now, this looks like the market is just simply trying to find some type of equilibrium right around the 1.14 level.
The US dollar spiked against the Japanese yen to break above the 143 yen level but then gave back quite a bit of those gains. Again, I think the PMI numbers in the United States could be a big mover here over the next 24 hours, but if we can break back above this 143 yen level, I’d be willing to start thinking about buying this pair because I think it would show a real chance at recovery. If we break down below the 140 yen level, then things could get rather ugly. We could drop, as low as maybe even 130 yen, possibly even 128 yen. So, the 140 yen level is very important.
The Australian dollar initially fell during the session, but turned around to rally and we find ourselves right at the 200 day EMA again. This obviously is a technical indicator that a lot of people pay attention to, and it has offered a bit of technical resistance over the last couple of days. The question at this point is, can we pick up enough momentum to continue going higher? That would be signified by a move above the 0.65 level.
And in the interim, I think we are just simply killing time trying to figure out where the next move is because quite frankly, we got here way too quickly. We will have to sort out, is this a short covering rally, as it looks like on longer term charts, or is there something positive going on here? It’s a little bit early to jump on the bandwagon of the Australian dollar, but we are definitely at a major inflection point.
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Albany, New York, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In terms of weight loss supplements, actual consumer experiences and real-life outcomes are more significant than promotional exaggeration.
As Mitolyn quickly captures interest, individuals are posing the same inquiries: Is Mitolyn truly effective? Do the results align consistently? What do actual users report regarding the efficacy and side effects?
What is Mitolyn?
Mitolyn differs from standard weight loss capsules. The majority of diet pills function by reducing your hunger or increasing your calorie burn through stimulants such as caffeine. However, Mitolyn emphasizes a different aspect: your mitochondria.
Mitochondria are small components within your cells that generate energy. When you consume food, mitochondria convert it into energy. As you age, your mitochondria become less efficient, which slows your metabolism and makes weight gain easier.
Mitolyn asserts that it enhances mitochondria, allowing your body to utilize fat more effectively. It lacks caffeine and other stimulants, ensuring you won’t experience jitters or a crash afterwards.
Mitolyn’s Purple Peel Exploit is a natural supplement formulated to increase energy, enhance metabolism, and promote healthy aging. Motivated by the antioxidant-packed peel of the Maqui Berry, this formulation seeks to tackle prevalent issues such as fatigue, weight gain, and aging effects by emphasizing the health of mitochondria—the energy-generating elements in our cells.
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How Does Mitolyn Work?
In contrast to quick-fix remedies that push the body into short-lived calorie-burning phases, Mitolyn improves long-term metabolic performance by promoting mitochondrial biogenesis—the creation of new, healthy mitochondria. Its scientifically supported components collaborate to:
Increases fat oxidation, making certain that stored fat is transformed into accessible energy instead of being confined in fat cells.
Enhance cellular productivity, enabling the body to generate energy more rapidly without depending on stimulants.
Minimize oxidative stress to avert mitochondrial harm that leads to a sluggish metabolism and ongoing fatigue.
Aids in stress resilience, stopping the cortisol increases that frequently result in persistent weight gain.
This organic, multi-faceted strategy is what distinguishes Mitolyn from traditional weight loss supplements that focus more on immediate outcomes rather than enduring metabolic well-being.
How does Mitolyn boost mitochondrial function?
Mitolyn positions itself not as an ordinary fat burner but as a formula that enhances mitochondria.
The brand cites studies from credible organizations that emphasize how a sluggish metabolism is often linked to aging or inefficient mitochondria.
If you remember biology class, mitochondria act as the “powerhouses” of our cells, transforming calories and oxygen into usable energy (ATP).
The concept of Mitolyn is that by naturally increasing or “enhancing” your mitochondria, your body transforms into a more effective fat-burning machine.
This implies you could possibly shed pounds without feeling energized, restricted, or compelled to adhere to strict diets.
What are the ingredients inside Mitolyn?
Mitolyn Real Benefits:
A primary reason is fatty liver, which not only increases the generation of fat cells but also leads to fatigue. The usual indicator is your large belly. Nonetheless, the rise in mitochondria quantity helps to eliminate the excess fat in your liver, providing you with a healthier liver.
The inclusion of the natural component Rhodiola makes this product an excellent mood booster. It reduces stress and enhances sleep patterns. Adequate sleep plays a crucial role in enhancing brain health and cognitive performance.
This item provides comprehensive care for your body. It increases immunity, strengthens bones, removes stiffness, and allows for greater mobility.
Mitolyn improves the rebound capacity of mitochondria, offering users a steady source of energy all day long.
In contrast to other fleeting and surface-level weight loss methods, Mitolyn targets the fundamental issue and works on metabolic activity at the cellular level. This leads to a durable and sustainable decrease in body fat.
Mitolyn assists in preserving an individual’s mental and physical health. It offers enhanced cognitive ability, greater clarity, and increased concentration along with overall mental well-being.
How is Mitolyn different from other weight loss supplements?
Numerous weight loss supplements assert they can melt fat, enhance metabolism, or reduce appetite, yet the majority depend on short-term tactics that fail to produce enduring metabolic alterations.
Mitolyn differentiates itself by addressing the root cause of weight gain issues—malfunctioning mitochondria that are no longer effectively transforming fat into energy.
In contrast to fat burners packed with stimulants, Mitolyn avoids using caffeine, synthetic ingredients, or thermogenic enhancers to generate a false metabolic increase.
Numerous other weight loss pills create an illusion of heightened metabolism by activating the central nervous system, potentially causing jitters, a faster heart rate, and energy dips. This temporary increase diminishes rapidly, leading users into a pattern of reliance.
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Any Consumer Side Effects Reported?
It’s only natural to wonder about potential side effects with any supplement that impacts metabolism and energy levels. Mitolyn promotes itself as a safe, all-natural formula devoid of stimulants, but does that imply there are no risks at all?
Based on reviews of Mitolyn supplements, the majority of users do not report major adverse side effects.
In contrast to conventional fat burners that overwhelm the body with stimulants, causing jitteriness, sleeplessness, and a fast heart rate, Mitolyn improves mitochondrial function gradually, resulting in a milder effect on the body.
Since Mitolyn is composed solely of natural plant-derived substances, significant side effects are uncommon.
Nonetheless, individuals with existing health issues, expectant mothers, or those on prescribed medications ought to consult a physician prior to using Mitolyn, since some botanical ingredients may affect particular health conditions.
What real consumer report about Mitolyn?
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Price Details:
When evaluating a supplement such as Mitolyn, numerous prospective customers question whether the price is warranted by the advantages.
In contrast to inexpensive fat burners that use synthetic additives and stimulants, Mitolyn’s high-quality formula is supported by thorough research, superior sourcing, and clinically validated ingredients.
Purchasing in bulk reduces the price per bottle and offers two complimentary digital bonuses, concentrating on detox methods and mental health—crucial resources for enhancing Mitolyn’s lasting efficacy.
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Bonuses:
An extensive manual featuring 20 easy detox tea recipes designed to assist in cleansing your body and improving nutrient absorption. This detox method resets the system, preparing it for optimal mitochondrial support.
A summary of mindfulness techniques and stress-relief methods to improve mental well-being. Considering the important role that stress has in metabolic processes, this resource helps individuals foster a positive mindset that complements their physical changes.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this Mitolyn review indicates that it is a trustworthy and safe weight loss solution. Mitolyn is crafted from highly effective premium components that undergo extensive testing in clinical laboratories to guarantee safety and quality.
It is produced in a well-kept lab facility accredited by the FDA and certified in GMP. Negative intense substances, preservatives, enhancers, or genetically modified organisms are utilized in the production, thus lowering the likelihood of adverse effects and dependency.
Customer feedback for this supplement has been extremely favorable, achieving an overall rating of 4.95.
evaluation from its longtime users. Additionally, it is supported by a risk-free, 90-day money-back guarantee.
Taking into account all these factors, Mitolyn is a secure and natural choice for individuals looking for an efficient, cost-effective weight loss product that is simple to use and free from side effects.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is Mitolyn secure?
Based on my experience, yes—Mitolyn seemed extremely secure. No anxiety, no fast heartbeat, no sleep disturbances. The formula contains no stimulants and is non-GMO. Nonetheless, always seek advice from a doctor if you have preexisting conditions.
How long should I use Mitolyn for optimal results?
The brand recommends a minimum of 90 days. My outcomes reached their highest point between months 2 and 3. Certain individuals persist for 5-6 months to achieve more profound changes.
Is it necessary to follow a rigid diet or exercise regimen with Mitolyn?
Mitolyn doesn’t need drastic changes, but a nutritious diet and regular exercise certainly enhance your outcomes. I recommend maintaining a balanced routine to enhance synergy.
Where can I purchase Mitolyn?
Exclusively from the official Mitolyn site. It’s essential to prevent counterfeits and ensure a legitimate refund policy.
What happens if Mitolyn isn’t effective for me?
Return your used or unused bottles within 90 days to receive a full refund. The brand’s approach is very accommodating to users in that aspect.
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Company: Mitolyn
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Address: 285 Northeast Ave, Tallmadge, OH 44278 USA