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‘Shark Tank’ host Kevin O’Leary lost $15 million in FTX collapse

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U.S. Senate Banking Committee is examining the collapse of cryptocurrency company FTX.

On Wednesday, Shark Tank host Kevin O’Leary testified before the Senate Banking Committee in Washington D.C.

The entrepreneur told lawmakers on Capitol Hill that he lost an estimated $15 million.

He’s not alone as investors, celebrities and customers have seen hundreds of millions of dollars disappear.

He also admitted he did not do his due diligence on the investment.

O’Leary insists that none of his partners lost money on the deal and has sought to uncover where his investment money went. Bankman-Fried, also known as SBF, has been at the center of a growing crypto scandal amid allegations that FTX used customer money in its cryptocurrency to fund risky investments made by his trading firm, Alameda Research.

An FTX paid spokesman and multimillionaire investor, O’Leary said in his testimony that he fell victim to “groupthink.” However, he insisted that none of his partners lost money in the deal.

O’Leary is now trying to uncover where his investment money went.

The Senate Banking Committee is examining the collapse of cryptocurrency company FTX founded by Sam Bankman-Fried and the resulting impact on consumers.

The 30-year-old disgraced crypto-king is embroiled in an ever-expanding scandal with federal authorities alleging that FTX used customer money in its cryptocurrency to then fund investments made by his trading firm, Alameda Research.

During the hearing, O’Leary said he believed cryptocurrency should be regulated.

“The number one prize is to be regulated in the U.S. market—the number one financial market on earth. Now when you talk about other money center banks or other financial services industry that want to do business in the U.S.—they must disclose their worldwide operations,” O’Leary said.

“They are scrutinized by the rules we already have in place. A coordinated effort between the Canadian regulator, the U.S. regulator, the ADGM in Abu Dhabi, the regulators and Singapore— basically laying out the ground rules for any entity that wishes to do business in the U.S. or any of those jurisdictions solves this problem.”

Veronica Dudo is the U.S. Correspondent for Ticker News covering America’s biggest headlines. As an Emmy® Award nominated global journalist, Veronica has traveled across the country and around the world reporting on historical events that connect all citizens. Lauded as an award-winning international journalist, Veronica has executed stellar news coverage for NBC News, CBS News, The Hill, ME-TV Network and AOL. Her stories have highlighted a plethora of topics ranging from breaking news and politics to economic affairs across the USA, European Union, and Asia; cultural affairs; globalization; governance; education; and sustainability.

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Niche accountants proving essential to e-commerce success

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Expert explores the key benefits of partnering with accountants who specialise in niche industries.

In today’s fast-paced digital world, having an accountant who understands the intricacies of e-commerce can make all the difference in your business’s success.

Specialist accountants understand the specific needs of e-commerce businesses, helping to maximise tax savings, streamline operations, and improve financial health.

Niche accountants can identify opportunities to scale, optimise profit margins, and implement strategies that align with your business goals, ultimately drive growth.

Chris Rivera, Founder of The Ecommerce Accountants, joins to share his key insights into the industry.

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Amazon’s 2024 Prime Day expected to make huge impact on tech sector sales

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Market experts believe Amazon’s upcoming event will drive a surge in sales, benefiting Amazon’s stock and boosting consumer tech companies that sell through its platform.

Experts predict that a short-term rally in retail and tech stocks could be seen as revenue spikes.

Founder/CEO of Unearthing Opportunities, and Board Advisor to Power Hero, Bradley A Gastwirth joins to unpack the latest market moves. #featured #trending

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Israeli claims airstrikes have killed two successors to Hezbollah’s slain leader

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The update comes as Israel expands its ground offensive against the Iran-backed group with a fourth army division deployed into south Lebanon.

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke in a video released by his office hours after the deputy leader of Hezbollah left the door open to a negotiated ceasefire, reports Reuters

Israel’s military said on Tuesday that heavy air strikes against underground Hezbollah installations in southern Lebanon over the prior 24 hours killed at least 50 fighters including six sector commanders and regional officials. #featured #trending

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