CEO Dan Williams on Making Birmingham ‘The Standard’ for Tourism

By Don Rhodes II | For The Birmingham Times Since taking the reins as President and CEO of the Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau this summer, Dan Williams has been driven by one aspiration: “I want our destination to be the standard,” he told the Birmingham Times. “I want us to be the organization [.]. Continue reading CEO Dan Williams on Making Birmingham ‘The Standard’ for Tourism

John Deaton slams ex-SEC official over claim that token buybacks count as securities

The post John Deaton slams ex-SEC official over claim that token buybacks count as securities appeared com. Key Takeaways What’s behind the pushback against former SEC execs? They have been correcting the flawed view that crypto had clear rules even in 2017. What’s the status of token buybacks? Although they drive value accrual to token holders, at the time of writing, there was no formal classification of token buybacks or burns. Armanda Fischer, a former SEC Chief of Staff, has stirred some debate following her claims on the status of token buybacks. She added, “FYI: the crypto market structure legislation being contemplated by Congress & supported by the big crypto players generally would not allow token dividends/buybacks.” However, crypto lawyers, including former U. S Senatorial candidate John Deaton, have slammed her claims. Deaton noted that the SEC’s 2017 directive was followed by 57 enforcement actions. However, clearer guidance was issued in 2019 by former Chair Jay Clayton and more recently, by the Paul Atkins regime. These suggested that most tokens aren’t securities. Deaton also pointed out that Amanda Fischer advised Biden-SEC to file a lawsuit against Ripple Labs, but XRP was finally cleared as a non-security. This was reinforced by Judge Analisa Torres. He added, “Here’s my response to Amanda, Gary Gensler, Jorge Tenreiro, and the rest of the old crew at the SEC: Shame on you. Take the loss with class.” What’s next for token buybacks? All the Biden-era SEC crypto enforcement actions were rolled back under the Trump administration. Only the secondary sale of XRP to institutional investors was found to be a securities transaction, but the token was a non-security. Which raises the question Are token buybacks really a securities transaction as Fischer claims? Hyperliquid [HYPE], Pumpfun [PUMP], Aave [AAVE], Lido [LDO], and recently. Continue reading John Deaton slams ex-SEC official over claim that token buybacks count as securities

Matt Walsh details how AI could allegedly spark “severe mental illness” & “destroy the minds of millions” in coming years

Political commentator and podcaster Matt Walsh has opened up about the potential ill effects of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Continue reading Matt Walsh details how AI could allegedly spark “severe mental illness” & “destroy the minds of millions” in coming years

In beating Notre Dame, Ohio State wins a game it would have lost last year: Takeaways

Ohio State scratched out a 64-63 win against Notre Dame in its first high-major game of the year. Here are four takeaways from the victory. Continue reading In beating Notre Dame, Ohio State wins a game it would have lost last year: Takeaways

Bold & Beautiful Spoiler Recap: Luna Escaped from Prison on Nov. 14

Eager to know the spoilers and recap for The Bold and the Beautiful for November 14? In the episode, the Logan sisters arrive at Brooke’s to celebrate Katie and Bill’s reunion. Katie is surprised by the changed version of her ex. Meanwhile, Liam also witnesses a shift in Bill’s behavior as he hurries home to [.] The post Bold & Beautiful Spoiler Recap: Luna Escaped from Prison on Nov. 14 appeared first on ComingSoon. net Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More. Continue reading Bold & Beautiful Spoiler Recap: Luna Escaped from Prison on Nov. 14

Japan FSA to Reclassify Cryptocurrencies Under New Tax Law

The post Japan FSA to Reclassify Cryptocurrencies Under New Tax Law appeared com. Key Points: The Financial Services Agency of Japan proposes a tax shift for 105 cryptocurrencies. Proposal aligns cryptocurrency tax rate with stocks at 20%. Expected inclusion in Japan’s 2026 fiscal budget plan. Japan’s Financial Services Agency plans to reclassify 105 cryptocurrencies as financial products, resulting in tax cuts effective by early 2026, according to current proposals. This shift may enhance investor protection, align crypto with Japanese finance systems, and increase market appeal for retail and institutional participants. FSA Proposes 20% Flat Tax on Cryptocurrencies Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) leads an initiative to reclassify 105 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act by 2026. This move aims to tax these assets as capital gains at a consistent 20% rate, aligning with Japan’s stock trading tax. The reclassification denotes a shift from the existing miscellaneous income tax rate of 55% on crypto trading gains. The proposal, not yet law, highlights Japan’s strategy to enhance investor protection and offer tax clarity across financial products. As of now, there are no direct quotes from key players or industry leaders regarding Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) proposed regulatory changes to cryptocurrencies. Here’s a summary that captures available information, but unfortunately, there are no cited quotes currently available: Market responses remain limited, as crypto industry leaders and stakeholders await official details. No significant statements have been made by prominent crypto figures, reflecting the reclassification’s current proposal phase rather than a finalized law. Potential Impacts on Market and Investment Did you know? In 2019, Japan expanded FIEA to include tokenized securities, facilitating traditional financial institutions’ market entry-an antecedent to this extensive crypto reclassification. Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $95,061. 10, with a market cap of CoinMarketCap, reflecting a 58. 70% market dominance. The fully diluted market cap is CoinMarketCap. Over 24 hours, BTC. Continue reading Japan FSA to Reclassify Cryptocurrencies Under New Tax Law

EXCLUSIVE: Kartik Aaryan’s sister Dr Kritika Tiwari to get engaged in Gwalior in the first week of December

The next 35-40 days will be significant for Kartik Aaryan for more than one reason. The teaser of his highly awaited film, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, will be unveiled on November 22, on his birthday; the romcom will be released on December 25. In the midst of the promotion of this romcom, co-starring Ananya Panday, Kartik also has one more commitment, and this one is more personal. Bollywood Hungama has learned that his sister, Dr Kritika Tiwari, will get engaged three weeks from now. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Dr Kritika will get engaged in their hometown, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. The exact dates are kept a secret by the family but it’s expected to be in the first week of December. The family has already begun preparations. Kartik dotes on his sister and he’s over the moon over this development. He has meticulously planned his schedule for next month to ensure that he’s fully there for his family on this important occasion and at the same time, his work doesn’t suffer as well.”Kartik Aaryan’s lovely bond with Kritika Tiwari is known, as evident by their pictures, especially during Raksha Bandhan and Bhai Dooj. Both gave a rare interview together to Bombay Times on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan in August 2024. Kartik Aaryan, in this interview, said, “I have to say, having a sister is a blessing and it’s sonay pe suhaga if she becomes your best friend. Sisters are the best secret keepers. Even today, I have that comfort with Kittu where I share everything with her.”He also stated, “Whenever I’m going through something personal or having a bad day, she is my go-to person because just by talking to her or spending some time with her, things start looking better. She is younger but wiser than me. she is my cheerleader, but she is also honest about her thoughts and feedback.”Dr Kritika Tiwari revealed, “We are poles apart as individuals. I am more outdoorsy, loud and talkative, and he’s mostly quiet, composed and a workaholic. As much as I appreciate how hardworking he is, I do wish he could find ways to let go and chill a little bit more.”She added, “When he went to college and I was in Bhopal doing my MBBS, I would write him letters every year. As much as I missed celebrating Raksha Bandhan together, writing Rakhi letters to him became one of my favourite things to do.”Also Read: Kartik Aaryan makes a strategic move bids adieu to Collective Artists Network, joins Dharma Cornerstone Agency. Continue reading EXCLUSIVE: Kartik Aaryan’s sister Dr Kritika Tiwari to get engaged in Gwalior in the first week of December