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Crypto emerges as a funding powerhouse in the election
by
Meghan McCarty Carino
and Daniel Shin
Sep 12, 2024
Axios reporter Brady Dale explains why the cryptocurrency industry is spending millions on down-ballot races and supporting candidates from both sides of the political aisle.
Closer, but not there
by
Kai Ryssdal
Sep 11, 2024
Inflation's down, but not enough to meet the Federal Reserve's target. Seems services are the sticky point. Plus, the older the car, the cheaper the car — sort of.
Is the economy really the top issue this election?
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Kimberly Adams
Sep 11, 2024
Our debate takeaways.
How are markets responding to last night's debate?
by
Nova Safo
Sep 11, 2024
Today, we'll unpack how markets appear to be digesting Donald Trump and Kamala Harris' performances and policies.
Affordable Care Act enrollment hits all-time high at 21 million people
by
Nova Safo
Sep 11, 2024
ACA signups have grown significantly since the pandemic began. Plus, the economy played a starring role in last night’s presidential debate.
Taxing times for China's electric vehicle makers
by
Leanna Byrne
Sep 11, 2024
From the BBC World Service: Like the U.S., the European Union recently slapped import duties on Chinese electric vehicles.
Big Tech's pivot away from diversity efforts
Sep 11, 2024
"It's hard to be a woman in tech," says Lisa Mae Brunson, founder of Wonder Women Tech. Pre-pandemic, the industry was eager to invest in DEI. But culture change proved difficult, she says, and the political climate shifted.
For public good, not for profit.
The Changing Threat
by
Kai Ryssdal
Sep 11, 2024
How the U.S. military is shaping our climate future.
Project 2025 and the fate of the federal workforce
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Kimberly Adams
Sep 10, 2024
The 922-page set of conservative policy proposals could have sprawling economic implications.
Movin' right along
by
Kai Ryssdal
Sep 10, 2024
Do passengers or cargo have the right of way on the rails? Plus, the EU ends Google's search for a strategy to avoid paying a huge fine.