Last updated: May 6, 2024 05:11 EDT | 1 min read Hong Kong’s spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have secured $230 million in assets under management (AUM) in their inaugural week.According to data released by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, the $273 million AUM of virtual asset spot ETFs, including both Bitcoin and Ethereum, exceeded the $152 million AUM of virtual asset futures ETFs by nearly 80%.Bitcoin ETF AUM by IssuersChina Asset Management Co. (China AMC)’s ETFs were the best performers post launch, with $116 million secured for Bitcoin and $19 million for Ethereum.Bosera International and HashKey Capital’s Bitcoin ETF…

Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as “Credible” below, is to give you the tools and confidence you need to improve your finances. Although we do promote products from our partner lenders who compensate us for our services, all opinions are our own. The interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is 7.125% as of May 6, which is 0.250 percentage points lower than Friday. Additionally, the interest rate on a 15-year fixed-rate mortgage is 6.250, which is unchanged from Friday.  With mortgage rates changing daily, it’s a good idea to check today’s rate…

   When Ana Schultz, a 25-year-old from Rock Falls, Illinois, misses her husband Kyle, who passed away in February 2023, she asks him for cooking advice. She loads up Snapchat My AI, the social media platform’s artificial intelligence chatbot, and messages Kyle the ingredients she has left in the fridge; he suggests what to make. Or rather, his likeness in the form of an AI avatar does. “He was the chef in the family, so I customized My AI to look like him and gave it Kyle’s name,” said Schultz, who lives with their two young children. “Now when I…

 The crypto market has been in a downward spiral since the start of the second quarter. Despite the successful completion of the fourth Bitcoin halving two weeks ago, the overall market metrics indicate bears have the upper hand in the market. The market might be reflecting uncertainty and fear, but analysts are confident of a bullish comeback in May. The increasing buying pressure on BTC is expected to trigger upward movements in its price and in many other altcoins in the market.Bitgert, a top-performing altcoin, is expected to surge next as the imminent rally draws near. This innovative project has been…

As Americans head to the polls in 2024, the very future of our country is at stake. At HuffPost, we believe that a free press is critical to creating well-informed voters. That’s why our journalism is free for everyone, even though other newsrooms retreat behind expensive paywalls.Our journalists will continue to cover the twists and turns during this historic presidential election. With your help, we’ll bring you hard-hitting investigations, well-researched analysis and timely takes you can’t find elsewhere. Reporting in this current political climate is a responsibility we do not take lightly, and we thank you for your support.Contribute as…

It was a frigid winter morning when authorities found a Native American man dead on a remote gravel road in western New Mexico. He was lying on his side, with only one sock on, his clothes gone and his shoes tossed in the snow.There were trails of blood on both sides of his body and it appeared he had been struck in the head.Investigators retraced the man’s steps, gathering security camera footage that showed him walking near a convenience store miles away in Gallup, an economic hub in an otherwise rural area bordered on one side by the Navajo Nation…

Perfume is a lovely way to show your mom how much she means to you and a great option is to stick to classic perfume scents. These scents are characterized by their traditional, timeless appeal. They connect to our memories and bring us joy. The perfect scent, however, should also complement her personality and style. We’ve selected seven classic scents and several dupes that are perfect for wearing in warmer weather. These fragrances have citrus notes that offer a cool, refreshing sensation and evoke a sense of vitality.   Seven summer scents she will love and some less expensive dupes:LES EAUX DE…

Two women were found dead and a 5-year-old girl critically injured at a park near Clovis, New Mexico, authorities said Sunday, as the FBI vowed to bring justice following what it called “horrific acts.” Meanwhile, police said they are searching for an abducted 10-month-old girl, who is the daughter of one of the victims. No suspect has been identified yet in the case. Police in Clovis said they are searching for an abducted 10-month-old girl, who is the daughter of one of the victims. No suspect has been identified yet in the case. Clovis Police Department Police have identified the dead…

Editor’s Note: Sign up for ’s Meanwhile in China newsletter, which explores what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. Hong Kong    China has reported a surge in tourism during the just concluded Labor Day holiday, but travelers cut back on their spending, in a sign that consumption in world’s second largest economy remains sluggish. Tourists made a total of 295 million trips within mainland China during the five-day-long holiday, which ended on Sunday, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism said on Monday. That was 28% more than the number of trips taken during…

An all new video has been released from the sitzprobe for GALILEO:  A ROCK MUSICAL, starring  Raúl Esparza, Jeremy Kushnier, and more!Previews began last night, May 5, 2024 at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, and performances run through June 16th.Check out the video!Helmed by Tony Award winner Michael Mayer, Galileo is written by two-time Emmy winner Danny Strong and features an original rock score and lyrics by Michael Weiner and Zoe Sarnak, with choreography by David Neumann.The cast features Raúl Esparza as ‘Galileo Galilei’, Jeremy Kushnier as ‘Cardinal Maffeo Barberini,’ Madalynn Mathews as ‘Virginia,’ Christian Magby as ‘Alessandro Tarantola,” Javier Muñoz as ‘Cardinal Morosini,’ and Bradley Dean as ‘Cardinal Grasso.’ Rounding out the rest of the cast are (in alphabetical order): Gabrielle Elisabeth, Adam Halpin, Michal Kolaczkowski, Claire…

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Three months before Tom Brady gets roasted by critics as Fox Sports’ top NFL analyst, he took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach Sunday night during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix.And it is safe to say after the one liners and jokes Brady heard during three hours of “The Greatest Roast of All Time” at The Forum, he will do just fine.“It’s like a football game. You run with a game plan, and then you get to see kind of how the strategy goes, and then you adjust on…

 BEFE Coin is getting noticed in the world of cryptocurrency, especially in the meme coin sector. Financial experts in crypto markets predict that BEFE will bring back high returns which could be a good investment opportunity with great possibilities for profit. Let’s find out what exactly drives BEFE’s incredible growth.The Distinction of BEFE: Community, Equity and VisionThere are a few things that make this coin different from others:Coin for People: The launch was fair and taxed nothing to ensure inclusivity among all investors.Community Propelled Growth: Development around BEFE is driven by its community which also increases visibility.Foresight: Future projects should…

As Americans head to the polls in 2024, the very future of our country is at stake. At HuffPost, we believe that a free press is critical to creating well-informed voters. That’s why our journalism is free for everyone, even though other newsrooms retreat behind expensive paywalls.Our journalists will continue to cover the twists and turns during this historic presidential election. With your help, we’ll bring you hard-hitting investigations, well-researched analysis and timely takes you can’t find elsewhere. Reporting in this current political climate is a responsibility we do not take lightly, and we thank you for your support.Contribute as…

The 2024 Met Gala is taking place tonight, on Monday, May 6. For the fourth year in a row, Vogue will host the night’s exclusive livestream, where you can watch all of the action from the red carpet in real time.This year, the Vogue Met Gala livestream will be hosted by actor Gwendoline Christie, producer and actor La La Anthony, and model Ashley Graham. Multi-hyphenate Emma Chamberlain will return as Vogue’s special correspondent, to interview some of the biggest stars on the carpet. Be sure to tune in for all of the fashion fun—where one can spectate all of the…

Bravo Media The Real Housewives of New Jersey is still all about Teresa Giudice. The season 14 premiere on Sunday, May 5, proved that the OG is back with a vengeance, especially now that she refuses to interact with sister-in-law Melissa Gorga. While it’s obvious where Teresa and Melissa stand, some of the other women have chosen sides in the neverending Giudice-Gorga family feud. Not to mention, Teresa has definitely burned bridges with Rachel Fuda by referring to her husband, John Fuda, as the “biggest drug dealer in Bergen County.” The beginning of Sunday’s episode kicked off with minor updates…