Finance

The Truth Behind Nebraska’s State Budget Crisis: What Needs to Change

Nebraska's leaders must be honest about the state's financial stability, which impacts every resident. Accountability is essential for effective governance, and without it, both financial stability and public trust are at risk. For years, governors have focused on the general fund budget, derived from taxes, rather than the total state budget, which excludes important federal and cash funds. Ignoring these funds misrepresents the state's financial health, and the recent budget increase of $2.7 billion, much of it hidden under "general fund transfers," shows a deliberate attempt to mislead the public. Despite campaign promises of fiscal restraint, spending has risen significantly, and Nebraskans deserve a truthful explanation—not tricks—to understand how their money is being spent. Transparent, responsible budgeting is crucial to maintaining public trust and upholding Nebraska’s values of fiscal discipline.

TECH

EU Scrutinizes Big Tech Cases Ahead of Trump’s Visit

The European Commission announced on Tuesday that it is continuing to evaluate its cases against Apple, Alphabet, X, and Meta, emphasizing that President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House will not alter its dedication to enforcing its regulations. The European Union has been a leading force in investigating U.S. Big Tech companies for potentially violating laws meant to prevent them from leveraging their power to unfairly outpace competitors.

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CRYPTO

Trump's Big Move: $100 Trillion Bitcoin Price Predicted in New Leak

Bitcoin and cryptocurrency prices have rebounded, with Bitcoin approaching $100,000 after a recent dip raised concerns of a potential crypto crash.

The price of Bitcoin surged following Donald Trump’s election victory in November, with Trump confirming last month that he plans to reveal a game-changing announcement about Bitcoin. As the Federal Reserve prepares for an impending crisis, Trump, often referred to as the "crypto president," is expected to sign several crypto-related executive orders on his first day back in office, January 20. One of these orders is predicted to trigger a significant Bitcoin price surge.