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Amazon.com Inc&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) CEO&nbsp;Andy Jassy&nbsp;highlighted the potential of the company&#8217;s AI chatbot, &#8220;Q,&#8221; to revolutionize software development during the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/04/38534302/amazon-q1-earnings-highlights-revenue-beat-eps-beat-aws-hits-100-billion-annual-run-rate-and-more">first-quarter 2024 earnings call</a>. 
What Happened: On Tuesday, during the call, Jassy spoke about the pivotal role of &#8220;Q&#8221; in the future of software development. He stated that the AI chatbot will facilitate the transition of developers from Microsoft Windows to Linux.
&#8220;Today, developers can save months&nbsp;using Q to move from&nbsp;older versions of Java to&nbsp;newer, more secure and capable&nbsp;ones,&#8221; he said, adding, &#8220;In the near future, Q will help developers transform their dotNET code as well, helping them move from Windows to Linux.&#8221;
See Also:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38488085/metas-chief-ai-scientist-reveals-mark-zuckerberg-was-snubbed-from-bidens-ai-safety-institute-elon-mu?itm_source=parsely-api" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Meta&#8217;s Chief AI Scientist Reveals Mark Zuckerberg Was &#8216;Snubbed&#8217; From Biden&#8217;s AI Safety Institute; Elon Musk Also Missing From The List</a>
Jassy also said that &#8220;Q&#8221; is not just a code generator but also a code tester, debugger, and transformer. The Amazon CEO highlighted its unique feature, &#8220;Agents,&#8221; which can autonomously perform various tasks, from implementing features to performing software upgrades.
&#8220;Developers can collaborate with the agent to review and iterate on the plan, and then the agent implements it, connecting multiple steps together and applying updates across multiple files, code blocks and test suites.&#8221; &#8220;It&#8217;s quite handy,&#8221; Jassy concluded.
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Why It Matters: The potential of &#8216;Q&#8217; to transform the software development landscape is significant, especially considering Amazon&#8217;s recent financial performance. 
The company reported&nbsp;first-quarter net sales of $143.3 billion, a 13% year-over-year increase, beating the Street consensus estimate of $142.5 billion, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/feature/newsfeed?gspk=bHVrZWphY29iaTUzNDg&amp;gsxid=tdEE0VrK8Jeg&amp;ref=lukejacobi5348" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">data from Benzinga Pro.</a>
However, &#8220;Q&#8221; has had its share of challenges. In January earlier this year, the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/01/36588837/amazons-ai-chatbot-q-struggles-with-hallucinations-amid-criticism-for-rushed-launch">AI chatbot faced criticism</a> for producing incorrect outputs, or &#8216;hallucinations&#8217;, due to a rushed launch and the deployment of a less proficient version of Anthropic's Claude AI model. 
AMZN Price Action:&nbsp;At the time of writing, Amazon shares were up 1.23% in the after-hours session at $177.16, according to&nbsp;Benzinga Pro data.
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As the cryptocurrency market braces for the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, a prominent crypto analyst has made a bold prediction about Bitcoin&#8216;s (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) immediate future.
What Happened: Micahël van de Poppe, a well-known crypto analyst, took to social media platform X to share his forecast for Bitcoin&#8217;s immediate future. Van de Poppe anticipates a potential dip in the price of Bitcoin, with a possible range of $55,000 to $58,000 before a rebound.
Van de Poppe&#8217;s post read, &#8220;Monthly close approaching for #Bitcoin and FOMC day tomorrow. I think we&#8217;ll see that sweep beneath $60K and potentially cascade towards $55-58K from which we&#8217;re finding the low and rotate back upwards. From there: Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) ETF hype in May to pick up momentum.&#8221;
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&mdash; Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) <a href="https://twitter.com/CryptoMichNL/status/1785364388330824109?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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This prediction comes at a time when the market is experiencing a &#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38528542/bitcoin-dogecoin-shiba-inu-pumped-after-the-last-fomc-meeting-will-history-repeat-on-wedne">horrendous slow bleed</a>,&#8221; with most cryptocurrencies closing in the red for 15 out of the last 20 days, according to pseudonymous cryptocurrency trader Kevin.
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Why It Matters: The upcoming FOMC meeting is expected to have a significant impact on the cryptocurrency market. Kevin, in a recent tweet, emphasized the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38528542/bitcoin-dogecoin-shiba-inu-pumped-after-the-last-fomc-meeting-will-history-repeat-on-wedne">importance of the meeting</a> as a potential catalyst for the next significant market move.
Van de Poppe&#8217;s prediction also aligns with his previous insights on market rotations and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38523300/crypto-trader-michael-van-de-poppe-highlights-runs-in-solana-meme-coins-predicts-there-is-">altcoin seasons</a>. He believes that by identifying opportunities in altcoins and strategically rotating profits back into Bitcoin, investors can outperform the market and maintain their purchasing power in the face of inflation.
However, the market has also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38535711/bitcoin-jesus-roger-ver-arrested-in-spain-on-tax-evasion-charges">seen some turbulence</a> with the recent arrest of Roger Ver, a prominent figure in the early days of Bitcoin, in Spain on tax evasion charges.
Price Action: Bitcoin is currently trading at $59,730, experiencing a 1.47% decline over the last 24 hours but showing a remarkable 35.22% increase year-to-date. Meanwhile, Ether is trading at $2,977, down 1.13% in the past 24 hours, yet still reflecting a solid 26.54% gain year-to-date, according to data <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">from Benzinga Pro</a>.
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On Tuesday, the main U.S. stock indexes closed lower, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average finishing down 1.5% at 37,815.92, the S&amp;P500 falling by 1.6% to 5,035.69, and the Nasdaq declining by 2.04% to 15,657.82 at the end of the day&#8217;s trading session.
These are the top stocks that gained the attention of retail traders and investors throughout the day:
Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>)
Amazon shares fell by 3.29% to close at $175, after reaching an intraday high of $182.99 and a low of $174.8. The e-commerce giant reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/04/38534302/amazon-q1-earnings-highlights-revenue-beat-eps-beat-aws-hits-100-billion-annual-run-rate-and-more">first-quarter net sales </a>of $143.3 billion, a 13% increase year-over-year, beating the Street consensus estimate. 
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>)
AMD shares dipped by 1.14% to close at $158.38, with an intraday high of $162.29 and a low of $158.35. The chipmaker reported first-quarter results <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/04/38534910/amd-investors-pull-back-after-modest-q1-beat-ceo-touts-ai-chip-ramp-up">slightly ahead of expectations</a>, thanks to record data center revenue. However, the stock retreated in after-hours trading due to lukewarm second-quarter revenue guidance. 
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/04/38519395/goldman-sachs-tempers-investor-excitement-on-tesla-self-driving-not-yet-an-eyes-off?itm_source=parsely-api" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Goldman Sachs Tempers Investor Excitement On Tesla Self-Driving Tech In China: &#8216;Not Yet An Eyes-Off, Unsu</a>
Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>)
Super Micro shares fell by 3.54% to close at $858.80, after hitting an intraday high of $910.84 and a low of $851.08. The company reported third-quarter earnings of $6.65 per share, a 307.98% increase YoY, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/04/38535630/super-micro-shares-dip-on-mixed-q3-results-eps-beat-sales-miss">beating the analyst consensus estimate</a>. However, quarterly sales of $3.85 billion missed the consensus estimate. 
Starbucks Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>)
Starbucks shares saw a slight increase of 0.18% to close at $88.49, with an intraday high of $88.99 and a low of $87.18. The company reported a 2% YoY decrease in second-quarter revenue to $8.6 billion, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/04/38534321/starbucks-q2-earnings-revenue-miss-eps-miss-comps-down-4-and-more">missing the consensus estimate</a>. Comparable store sales declined 4% globally.
Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>)
Tesla shares dropped by 5.55% to close at $183.28, after reaching an intraday high of $190.95 and a low of $182.84. The shares <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38527242/tesla-stock-is-trading-lower-tuesday-whats-going-on">pulled back</a> after rallying more than 15% on Monday following the company&#8217;s progress on its full self-driving technology rollout in China. 
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Elon Musk&nbsp;has unfollowed prominent&nbsp;Tesla Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) investor&nbsp;Sawyer Merritt&nbsp;on X, formerly Twitter, due to an alleged breach of confidentiality.
What Happened: On Tuesday, a user on X, who goes by the name&nbsp;Brandon Smith on the platform, questioned Musk about this move stating that Merritt often breaks news about Tesla that employees don&#8217;t disclose to the tech billionaire. 
Musk responded,&nbsp;&#8220;Don't post leaks of confidential&nbsp;information and expect me to&nbsp;follow.&#8221;&nbsp;
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Smith then defended Merritt, stating that if Merritt had received confidential information directly, he wouldn&#8217;t have posted it. He also requested Musk to give Merritt another chance.&nbsp;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">If Sawyer was the one who directly received confidential info he wouldn't have posted it. Once the genie leaves the bottle… it's out of the bottle. If you join the spaces he's in regularly, he refrains from posting dubious "news" all the time. I ask you give him another chance.
&mdash; Brandon Smith (@BLSmith2112) <a href="https://twitter.com/BLSmith2112/status/1785406841695961180?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Not just Smith, but many other users on X defended Merritt. On the other hand, some people deduced that Merritt &#8220;amplified Elon's leaked email&#8221; and allegedly disclosed information about layoff. At the time of writing,&nbsp;Musk still wasn&#8217;t following Merritt.
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<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga</a> reached out to Merritt and he pointed us toward his explanation on X. 
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&mdash; Sawyer Merritt (@SawyerMerritt) <a href="https://twitter.com/SawyerMerritt/status/1785426916482195795?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Why It Matters: Merritt, a well-known Tesla investor, has been in the spotlight for his outspoken support of the company and its CEO. In March 2024, Merritt&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37886370/tesla-investor-claps-back-after-a-columnist-calls-elon-musk-mediocre-white-man-amid-spat-with-don-le">defended Musk</a>&nbsp;against an op-ed that labeled him a &#8220;mediocre white man.&#8221; 
He also&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/03/37648525/tesla-backs-investors-petition-to-fulfill-elon-musks-longstanding-regulatory-wish-stop-calling-ota-f">led a petition</a>&nbsp;supported by Tesla, urging the U.S. auto safety regulator to reconsider classifying over-the-air software updates for safety concerns as &#8220;recalls.&#8221;
Just earlier this week, Merritt humorously&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/04/38515667/elon-musk-has-tears-of-laughter-as-tesla-investor-says-stock-is-up-one-gordon-johns">mocked a Tesla bear</a>, Gordon Johnson, after the company&#8217;s stock surged, signaling validation for Musk&#8217;s leadership. 
Merritt&#8217;s actions have often aligned with Musk&#8217;s vision, making this unfollowing incident all the more surprising.
Despite the unfollowing, it&#8217;s important to note that this incident does not necessarily indicate a significant rift between Musk and Merritt. However, it does raise questions about the handling of confidential information within the Tesla community.
Check out more of&nbsp;Benzinga&#8217;s&nbsp;Consumer Tech coverage by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/consumer-tech" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">following this link</a>.
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Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton warns of a more severe Trump presidency, citing his recent interviews with Time.
What Happened: On Tuesday, Clinton shared a post on X, formerly Twitter, highlighting the potential dangers of a second Trump presidency. She quoted an excerpt from a Time article, which detailed Trump&#8217;s plans for a potential future term.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">If Donald Trump becomes president again, it wouldn&#39;t be as bad as it was last time. It would be much, much worse. Read about his plans, as he describes them in new TIME interviews, and take them seriously. <a href="https://t.co/RezUaOrJ3i">https://t.co/RezUaOrJ3i</a> <a href="https://t.co/Ds4E4iRRmC">pic.twitter.com/Ds4E4iRRmC</a>
&mdash; Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) <a href="https://twitter.com/HillaryClinton/status/1785348329334833386?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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The excerpt shared by Clinton from Time journalist Eric Cortellessa paints a picture of an &#8220;imperial presidency&#8221; where Trump would be willing to deploy the U.S. military for mass deportations, allow states to monitor women&#8217;s pregnancies, and potentially fire U.S. Attorneys who don&#8217;t follow his orders.
Why It Matters: The post comes in the wake of a series of interviews where Trump discussed his potential plans if re-elected. Trump <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38539108/trump-says-if-supreme-court-decides-president-doesnt-get-immunity-then-biden-will-be-prosecuted-for">hinted at the prosecution</a> of President Joe Biden, contingent on the Supreme Court&#8217;s decision on presidential immunity.
Recent polls, nearing the six-month mark until the 2024 election, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/04/38537950/trump-vs-biden-former-president-holds-lead-in-all-7-swing-states-which-candidate-does-robert-f-k">suggest a close race</a> between Trump and Biden, with Trump leading in all seven swing states, including those won by Biden in 2020. 
Clinton has previously criticized Trump&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38347162/hillary-clinton-says-donald-trump-would-like-to-do-what-vladimir-putin-does-including-kill-his-oppos">authoritarian tendencies</a>. Earlier, she suggested that Trump would be happy to suppress his opposition in a manner similar to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
She has also criticized Trump&#8217;s policies <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38328076/hillary-clinton-says-trump-is-on-your-side-if-you-are-a-billionaire-otherwise-good-luck">favoring the wealthy</a>, as reported in another Benzinga article, where she responded to a post criticizing Trump&#8217;s tax policies.
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Martin Shkreli, the infamous former pharmaceutical executive, recently made an intriguing comment on social media platform X, hinting at his prison life. This comes as Changpeng Zhao, the co-founder of Binance (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/bnb/usd">BNB</a>), has been sentenced to prison.
What Happened: Shkreli, who is known as the &#8220;Pharma Bro,&#8221; took to social media platform X to comment on a post by billionaire Binance Co-Founder Changpeng Zhao. Shkreli wrote, &#8220;burgers on wednesday, chicken on Thursday,&#8221; hinting at the prison menu.
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Shkreli has been known for sharing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/03/37764805/sam-bankman-fried-considered-coming-out-as-a-republican-on-tucker-carlsons-show-after-ftxs">advice on prison life</a>. In November, he boasted to Tucker Carlson that Sam Bankman-Fried had sought his advice on serving time in prison, as the FTX founder faced a potential sentence of over 100 years.
Shkreli was released from federal prison in May 2022 after serving approximately five years. Following a lawsuit by the Federal Trade Commission, he was ordered to repay $64 million and faced a lifetime ban, which he contested as excessive and limiting his freedom of speech.
According to Martin Shkreli&#8217;s verified account on X, he <a href="https://x.com/wagieeacc/status/1778826437576790225">announced</a> that he would be moving his account to &#8216;@martinshkreli,&#8217; expressing apologies for any messages sent from the previous account due to it being set as default on his iPhone and acknowledging his laziness.
On the other hand, Zhao, the co-founder and former CEO of Binance, has been <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38532677/former-binance-ceo-changpeng-zhao-sentenced-to-four-months-in-prison">sentenced to four months in prison</a> for his involvement in the failure to establish an effective anti-money laundering (AML) program at the cryptocurrency exchange. Despite his personal situation, Zhao emphasized the importance of compliance in the crypto industry.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/04/38508352/bitcoins-short-term-holder-realized-price-at-59-800-analyst-says-falling-below-this?itm_source=parsely-api" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bitcoin&#8217;s Short-Term Holder Realized Price At $59,800; Analyst Says Falling Below This Could Trigger Notable &#8216;Price Corrections&#8217;</a>
Why It Matters: Zhao&#8217;s legal troubles have been a point of concern in the cryptocurrency industry. Just a week before his sentencing, Zhao <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38315241/binance-secures-major-win-with-dubai-crypto-license-after-changpeng-zhao-surrenders-voting">surrendered his voting power in Binance</a>, which led to the exchange securing a crucial regulatory license in Dubai. This move was seen as a significant step towards Binance&#8217;s compliance with global regulations.
Earlier in April, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) had <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38401035/binance-founder-changpeng-zhao-apologizes-doj-pushes-for-3-year-sentence">pushed for a three-year prison term</a> for Zhao, citing serious lapses in regulatory compliance during his tenure at Binance. Despite the legal challenges, Binance has continued to operate, and Zhao&#8217;s recent tweet indicates his commitment to the industry&#8217;s compliance and development.
Price Action: As of the latest update, BNB is trading at $573.32, marking a decrease of 4.76% over the past 24 hours and a 5.42% decline over the last week. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) is currently priced at $60,215.92, reflecting a 6.73% drop in the last 24 hours, according to the data <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">from Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Amazon.com Inc&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) CEO&nbsp;Andy Jassy&nbsp;has expressed optimism about the future of the company&#8217;s&nbsp;Amazon Web Services&nbsp;or AWS during <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/04/38534302/amazon-q1-earnings-highlights-revenue-beat-eps-beat-aws-hits-100-billion-annual-run-rate-and-more">the first-quarter 2024</a> earnings call.
What Happened: On Tuesday, during the call, Jassy highlighted the potential for AWS, stating that despite the segment&#8217;s&nbsp;$100 billion-plus annualized revenue run&nbsp;rate, over 85%&nbsp;of the global IT spend&nbsp;is still on-premises. &#8220;We remain very bullish on AWS.&#8221;
He also noted the impending rise of gen AI, which is expected to be predominantly cloud-based&nbsp;over the next 10 to&nbsp;20 years, presenting a significant opportunity for AWS. &#8220;There is a very large opportunity in front of us,&#8221; he stated. 
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Jassy went on to highlight AWS&#8217;s competitive edge, which is attracting more companies to shift&nbsp;their AI focus to AWS.
&#8220;We expect the combination of&nbsp;AWS&#8217; reaccelerating growth and high&nbsp;demand for gen AI to&nbsp;meaningfully increase year-over-year capital expenditures&nbsp;in 2024, which given the&nbsp;way the AWS business model&nbsp;works is a positive sign&nbsp;of the future growth,&#8221; the Amazon CEO said, adding, &#8220;The more demand AWS has, the more we have to procure new data centers, power and hardware.&#8221;
Why It Matters: In April 2024, it was reported that the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/01/36578155/amazon-stock-is-trading-higher-whats-going-on">workforce reductions in AWS</a>, were part of the company&#8217;s efforts to streamline operations and pivot towards digital. At the time, the e-commerce giant reported cited overlapping roles as a reason behind these cuts. 
However, despite this, AWS has continued to innovate, launching services such as&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38066196/amazon-aws-launches-deadline-cloud-to-transform-media-and-entertainment-content-creation-rendering">Deadline Cloud</a>&nbsp;to transform media and entertainment content creation and rendering.
Meanwhile, in the first quarter, Amazon&#8217;s net sales reached $143.3 billion, marking a 13% increase compared to the previous year and surpassing the Street&#8217;s estimated net sales of $142.5 billion, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/feature/newsfeed?gspk=bHVrZWphY29iaTUzNDg&amp;gsxid=tdEE0VrK8Jeg&amp;ref=lukejacobi5348" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">data from Benzinga Pro.</a>
AMZN Price Action: At the time of writing, Amazon shares were up by 1.23% in the after-hours session at $177.16, according to Benzinga Pro data.
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Amazon's Andy Jassy Remains Bullish On AWS, Sees 'Very Large Opportunity' And Expects 'Meaningful' CapEx Increase In 2024

Top Democrats have rallied to shield Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) from a potential ouster threat by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), further intensifying the ongoing tensions within the House of Representatives.
What Happened: The debate over Johnson&#8217;s leadership reached a climax on Tuesday. Greene, who has been threatening to oust Johnson for over a month, stated that the Democrats&#8217; intervention was the last straw in her list of grievances against the Speaker, <a href="https://thehill.com/homenews/4634185-johnson-motion-to-vacate-greene-democrats-rescue/">reported</a> The Hill.
Greene accused Johnson of making &#8220;slimy&#8221; deals with Democrats and urged him to switch parties. She also pledged to force a vote on his removal, although she has not yet revealed when she intends to bring her resolution to the floor.
Leading Democrats, including Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (N.Y.), Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (Mass.), and House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar (Calif.), have announced their intention to defend Johnson. Their strategy is to support a proposal to table Greene&#8217;s resolution, thereby preventing it from reaching the floor.
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Why It Matters: Greene&#8217;s dissatisfaction with Johnson&#8217;s leadership has been brewing for some time. This month, she <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38084745/marjorie-taylor-greene-brands-mike-johnson-a-democrat-comparable-to-nancy-pelosi-literally-turned-in">likened</a> Johnson to a Democrat, criticizing him for striking a bipartisan deal on a $1.2 trillion funding bill.
Later, she called for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38349699/marjorie-taylor-greene-says-mike-johnsons-speakership-is-over-after-house-passes-ukraine-aid-package">Johnson&#8217;s resignation</a> following the House&#8217;s approval of a new aid package for Ukraine. Despite former President Donald Trump&#8217;s endorsement of Johnson, Greene <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38394246/trumps-endorsement-fails-to-quell-marjorie-taylor-greenes-conservative-rebellion-against-speaker-mik">continued to voice her discontent</a>.
Johnson, on the other hand, dismissed concerns about being a Speaker supported by Democrats, stating that he leads the entire House, not just the GOP conference. He emphasized his conservative Republican philosophy and record, and vowed to continue governing based on those principles.
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It is never too late to invest in mutual funds for retirement. As such, if you plan to invest in some of the best funds, the Zacks Mutual Fund Rank can provide you with valuable guidance.
The easiest, most reliable way to judge a mutual fund&#39;s quality over time is by analyzing its performance, diversification, and fees. The Zacks Mutual Fund Rank, which covers over 19,000 mutual funds, has helped us identify three outstanding options that are perfect for any long-term investors&#39; portfolios that is retirement-focused.
Let&#39;s break down some of the mutual funds with the top Zacks Mutual Fund Rank and the lowest fees.
Thrivent Large Cap Value Fund A (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/aautx#NASDAQ">AAUTX</a>): 0.85% expense ratio and 0.45% management fee. AAUTX is a Large Cap Value fund. These funds invest in stocks with a market cap of $10 billion of more, but whose share prices do not reflect their intrinsic value. AAUTX has achieved five-year annual returns of an astounding 12.4%.
RBB Free Market US Equity (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/fmuex#NASDAQ">FMUEX</a>): 0.55% expense ratio and 0.49% management fee. FMUEX is an All Cap Growth mutual fund. In order to increase diversification, these funds have holdings across small, medium, and large-cap levels. FMUEX, with annual returns of 11.41% over the last five years, is a well-diversified fund with a long track record of success.
TIAA-CREF Small Cap Equity Premier (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tsrpx#NASDAQ">TSRPX</a>): 0.57% expense ratio and 0.4% management fee. TSRPX is a Small Cap Blend mutual fund, and usually targets stocks with market caps of less than $2 billion, letting investors diversify their funds among other kinds of small-cap equities. With a five-year annual return of 10.21%, this fund is a well-diversified fund with a long track record of success.
We hope that your investment advisor (if you use one) has you invested in one or all of the top-ranked mutual funds we&#39;ve reviewed. But if that isn&#39;t the case, it might be time to have a conversation or reconsider this vitally important relationship.
<a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2264701/should-you-add-these-3-top-performing-mutual-funds-to-your-portfolio?cid=CS-BENZ-FT-fundamental_analysis|top_ranked_mutual_fund-2264701">To read this article on Zacks.com click here.</a>

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Visa (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/v#NYSE">V</a>) is one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com visitors lately. So, it might be a good idea to review some of the factors that might affect the near-term performance of the stock.
Shares of this global payments processor have returned -2.3% over the past month versus the Zacks S&amp;P 500 composite&#39;s -2.5% change. The Zacks Financial Transaction Services industry, to which Visa belongs, has lost 4.3% over this period. Now the key question is: Where could the stock be headed in the near term?
While media releases or rumors about a substantial change in a company&#39;s business prospects usually make its stock &#39;trending&#39; and lead to an immediate price change, there are always some fundamental facts that eventually dominate the buy-and-hold decision-making.
Earnings Estimate Revisions
Here at Zacks, we prioritize appraising the change in the projection of a company&#39;s future earnings over anything else. That&#39;s because we believe the present value of its future stream of earnings is what determines the fair value for its stock.
Our analysis is essentially based on how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to take the latest business trends into account. When earnings estimates for a company go up, the fair value for its stock goes up as well. And when a stock&#39;s fair value is higher than its current market price, investors tend to buy the stock, resulting in its price moving upward. Because of this, empirical studies indicate a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and short-term stock price movements.
Visa is expected to post earnings of $2.41 per share for the current quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +11.6%. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed -1.6%.
The consensus earnings estimate of $9.90 for the current fiscal year indicates a year-over-year change of +12.9%. This estimate has changed +0.2% over the last 30 days.
For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $10.98 indicates a change of +10.9% from what Visa is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has changed -0.8%.
With an impressive externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- is a more conclusive indicator of a stock&#39;s near-term price performance, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for Visa.
The chart below shows the evolution of the company&#39;s forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:
12 Month EPS
Projected Revenue Growth
Even though a company&#39;s earnings growth is arguably the best indicator of its financial health, nothing much happens if it cannot raise its revenues. It&#39;s almost impossible for a company to grow its earnings without growing its revenue for long periods. Therefore, knowing a company&#39;s potential revenue growth is crucial.
In the case of Visa, the consensus sales estimate of $8.89 billion for the current quarter points to a year-over-year change of +9.4%. The $35.73 billion and $39.12 billion estimates for the current and next fiscal years indicate changes of +9.4% and +9.5%, respectively.
Last Reported Results and Surprise History
Visa reported revenues of $8.78 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of +9.9%. EPS of $2.51 for the same period compares with $2.09 a year ago.
Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $8.6 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of +2.07%. The EPS surprise was +3.29%.
The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters. The company topped consensus revenue estimates each time over this period.
Valuation
No investment decision can be efficient without considering a stock&#39;s valuation. Whether a stock&#39;s current price rightly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company&#39;s growth prospects is an essential determinant of its future price performance.
While comparing the current values of a company&#39;s valuation multiples, such as price-to-earnings (P/E), price-to-sales (P/S) and price-to-cash flow (P/CF), with its own historical values helps determine whether its stock is fairly valued, overvalued, or undervalued, comparing the company relative to its peers on these parameters gives a good sense of the reasonability of the stock&#39;s price.
The Zacks Value Style Score (part of the Zacks Style Scores system), which pays close attention to both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics to grade stocks from A to F (an An is better than a B; a B is better than a C; and so on), is pretty helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.
Visa is graded D on this front, indicating that it is trading at a premium to its peers.
Conclusion
The facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it&#39;s worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about Visa. However, its Zacks Rank #3 does suggest that it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
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Visa Inc. Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It

Tesla (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tsla#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) has recently been on Zacks.com&#39;s list of the most searched stocks. Therefore, you might want to consider some of the key factors that could influence the stock&#39;s performance in the near future.
Over the past month, shares of this electric car maker have returned +10.8%, compared to the Zacks S&amp;P 500 composite&#39;s -2.5% change. During this period, the Zacks Automotive - Domestic industry, which Tesla falls in, has gained 6.5%. The key question now is: What could be the stock&#39;s future direction?
Although media reports or rumors about a significant change in a company&#39;s business prospects usually cause its stock to trend and lead to an immediate price change, there are always certain fundamental factors that ultimately drive the buy-and-hold decision.
Earnings Estimate Revisions
Here at Zacks, we prioritize appraising the change in the projection of a company&#39;s future earnings over anything else. That&#39;s because we believe the present value of its future stream of earnings is what determines the fair value for its stock.
We essentially look at how sell-side analysts covering the stock are revising their earnings estimates to reflect the impact of the latest business trends. And if earnings estimates go up for a company, the fair value for its stock goes up. A higher fair value than the current market price drives investors&#39; interest in buying the stock, leading to its price moving higher. This is why empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.
Tesla is expected to post earnings of $0.61 per share for the current quarter, representing a year-over-year change of -33%. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has changed -13.4%.
The consensus earnings estimate of $2.48 for the current fiscal year indicates a year-over-year change of -20.5%. This estimate has changed -17.3% over the last 30 days.
For the next fiscal year, the consensus earnings estimate of $3.29 indicates a change of +32.5% from what Tesla is expected to report a year ago. Over the past month, the estimate has changed -17.1%.
With an impressive externally audited track record, our proprietary stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- is a more conclusive indicator of a stock&#39;s near-term price performance, as it effectively harnesses the power of earnings estimate revisions. The size of the recent change in the consensus estimate, along with three other factors related to earnings estimates, has resulted in a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) for Tesla.
The chart below shows the evolution of the company&#39;s forward 12-month consensus EPS estimate:
12 Month EPS
Revenue Growth Forecast
While earnings growth is arguably the most superior indicator of a company&#39;s financial health, nothing happens as such if a business isn&#39;t able to grow its revenues. After all, it&#39;s nearly impossible for a company to increase its earnings for an extended period without increasing its revenues. So, it&#39;s important to know a company&#39;s potential revenue growth.
For Tesla, the consensus sales estimate for the current quarter of $24.99 billion indicates a year-over-year change of +0.3%. For the current and next fiscal years, $99.74 billion and $114.19 billion estimates indicate +3.1% and +14.5% changes, respectively.
Last Reported Results and Surprise History
Tesla reported revenues of $21.3 billion in the last reported quarter, representing a year-over-year change of -8.7%. EPS of $0.45 for the same period compares with $0.85 a year ago.
Compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $22.15 billion, the reported revenues represent a surprise of -3.83%. The EPS surprise was -2.17%.
Over the last four quarters, the company surpassed EPS estimates just once. The company topped consensus revenue estimates just once over this period.
Valuation
No investment decision can be efficient without considering a stock&#39;s valuation. Whether a stock&#39;s current price rightly reflects the intrinsic value of the underlying business and the company&#39;s growth prospects is an essential determinant of its future price performance.
While comparing the current values of a company&#39;s valuation multiples, such as price-to-earnings (P/E), price-to-sales (P/S) and price-to-cash flow (P/CF), with its own historical values helps determine whether its stock is fairly valued, overvalued, or undervalued, comparing the company relative to its peers on these parameters gives a good sense of the reasonability of the stock&#39;s price.
As part of the Zacks Style Scores system, the Zacks Value Style Score (which evaluates both traditional and unconventional valuation metrics) organizes stocks into five groups ranging from A to F (A is better than B; B is better than C; and so on), making it helpful in identifying whether a stock is overvalued, rightly valued, or temporarily undervalued.
Tesla is graded F on this front, indicating that it is trading at a premium to its peers.
Bottom Line
The facts discussed here and much other information on Zacks.com might help determine whether or not it&#39;s worthwhile paying attention to the market buzz about Tesla. However, its Zacks Rank #5 does suggest that it may underperform the broader market in the near term.
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Coinbase (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/coin#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), the largest U.S. crypto exchange by trading volume, is rolling out support for the Lightning Network from today, enabling a faster and cheaper way for its users to send, receive or pay with Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)&nbsp;directly from their account. Previously, bitcoin transfers on Coinbase were processed on-chain, meaning transactions could take between 10 minutes and two hours, incurring high fees during periods of network congestion.&nbsp;Launched in 2017, the Lightning Network is a Layer 2 protocol built on top of the Bitcoin blockchain, designed to address scalability issues via bi-directional payment channels that enable near-instant, low-fee transactions off-chain without immediate settlement on the base layer. &quot;Growing Bitcoin adoption increases economic freedom in the world. I&#39;m thrilled that our Lightning integration is live to make Bitcoin more useful and accessible worldwide&quot; Coinbase&#39;s protocol specialist and Lightning integration lead Viktor Bunin told The Block. &quot;Offering faster and cheaper BTC payments through our partnership with Lightspark is another huge milestone for the ecosystem.&quot; Fees on the Lightning Network are broken down into a flat rate base fee as low as one satoshi &mdash; the smallest unit of bitcoin and equivalent to less than $0.01 &mdash; and a liquidity provider fee or fee rate as a percentage charged on the value of the payment. ​​Node operators on the network can set their fees at varying levels to compensate for locking up liquidity.
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<div>Nearly a week after the body of Dave Schultz was discovered in a field less than a mile from where his abandoned red- and white-striped Peterbilt with a loaded trailer of pigs was located in Sac County, Iowa, his family has more questions than answers.</div>

The Wall Lake, Iowa, man's widow, Sarah Schultz, says she's relieved that Dave's body has been found. But she and other family members still don't know how he died and why it took 155 days for the 53-year-old's body to be found in an area that had been heavily searched after he was reported missing on Nov. 21, 2023.

"It's good that he was found — at least we know where he is and we can be at ease with that, even though we don't know what happened yet" Sarah Schultz told FreightWaves. "I've been dreading this day, but I'm relieved it's over. It's exhausting to wonder and wait every time a body is found to find out if it was Dave. I feel exhausted."

Sarah said she received a call Wednesday from Sac County Sheriff Ken McClure that someone had reported finding a body in a field. She confirmed the boots and truck keys found at the scene belonged to her husband.

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On Thursday, the Iowa Office of the State Medical Examiner conducted a forensic autopsy and identified Dave by his dental records.
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Darrell Simmons, special agent in charge at the Iowa Department of Safety, said investigators don't suspect foul play based on the initial autopsy but that it may take up to six weeks before histology and toxicology reports are completed.

"Once the final autopsy report comes back, I want to sit down with the medical examiner and go over everything and make sure that we are confident in what we're going to release at that point and time" Simmons told FreightWaves. "We will probably never understand everything that happened, but when we get more of this information back from the autopsy lab results, we can hopefully get some idea of what led up to this or why this might have happened." 

<h2 id="h-a-mysterious-disappearance">A mysterious disappearance</h2>

Sarah said she last saw her husband alive around 7 p.m. on Nov. 20, after he stopped by the house to change clothes before heading out to pick up a Seaboard Foods load of 120 pigs near Eagle Grove, Iowa. Seaboard Foods is the third-largest pig producer in the United States and the fourth-leading pork processor. It has farm operations in Iowa, Oklahoma, Kansas, Texas and Colorado, according to its website.

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However, authorities say Dave never arrived for his midnight appointment at the site where he was supposed to offload the pigs: the Wiechman Pig Co. buying station in Sac City, Iowa. Wiechman's home office is in Fremont, Nebraska, and it has 16 locations in the Midwest, including six pig-buying stations in Iowa.
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Around 3 p.m. on Nov. 21, a Sac County secondary road employee reported seeing Dave's custom rig in the northbound lane of County Road N-14, but no Dave. The rig was facing the opposite direction of the buying station where Dave was scheduled to arrive with his load of pigs.

In the cab of his truck, investigators found his wallet, including his driver's license, cellphone and around $2,000 in cash, which Sarah confirmed he had in his wallet earlier. His coat was in a nearby ditch.

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After the rig was found, law enforcement searched the immediate area on foot and with a K-9, according to a Dec. 9 press release by McClure.

"The Sac County Sheriff's Office requested assistance from the Iowa State Patrol airwing unit" McClure said in the release. "An airplane was dispatched from Iowa City that was equipped with forward-looking infrared. A State Patrol pilot flew over the surrounding area and did not detect a heat signature that would be consistent with a person. For the next two days, law enforcement, area firefighters and volunteers expanded the ground search on foot and with the use of drones.  Nothing of significant value was located."

Investigators obtained video footage showing Dave at 11:15 p.m. on Nov. 21 at the Marker 126 Travel Center east of Fort Dodge, Iowa, on U.S. Highway 20. According to the press release, Dave was there for 16 minutes. He is then seen on a Department of Transportation camera on Highway 20 west of the truck stop heading west.

"This was the last time David was seen" McClure said. "Cellphone data obtained from David Schultz's phone corroborates this timeline."

Aiding in the search were members of the nonprofit search-and-rescue group the United Cajun Navy, led by Jake Rowley, the organization's Midwest team leader, along with countless volunteers. They searched over 100,000 acres in the area where the tractor-trailer was found, but without success.

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Sarah said she is convinced something happened at the truck stop because when the rig was found, it was facing the wrong direction and the headlights and flashers were off. Dave wouldn't have done that, she said, because a vehicle traveling on that part of the highway could have struck the back of the rig in the dark.
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"I still believe he was taken because I've talked to people who searched that field and said there's no way in hell they could have missed him" she said.

Simmons declined to comment further until final autopsy results are available.

<h2 id="h-time-marches-on">Time marches on</h2>

In the five months since Dave was first reported missing, Sarah said she has tried to stay strong for the couple's 10-year-old twin boys, Isaack and Joseph, who have been in grief counseling since their dad went missing.

"I never believed that Dave had taken off and left us to start a new life. Anybody that knew Dave knew he wouldn't do that" she said. "He wouldn't have left me or the boys."

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Prior to Dave's disappearance, he had recently purchased a bright yellow Peterbilt and was fixing it up. Sarah said the truck has since been sold. The red and white Pete that Dave was driving on the night he went missing is also for sale but needs a little work first, she said.

"I'm hoping it will sell soon because Dave didn't have life insurance" Sarah said. "He was in good shape; he could outrun our 10-year-old boys. We didn't count on him dying so young."

Sarah's cousin, Ramie Uren, has set up a GoFundMe campaign to help with the family's financial expenses.

No date has been set for his funeral as Sarah said she wants to ensure that Dave's family is included in the planning.

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"I have a meeting on Tuesday after I drop the kids off at school" she said. "I know Dave's brother will be there, and hopefully his parents will be there, too, to start the arrangements and picking things out for the service. I've never planned a funeral before. I'm still trying to make sense of why this happened and what happened."

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Former U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his disappointment with Benjamin Netanyahu, the former Prime Minister of Israel.
What Happened: Trump revealed his dissatisfaction with Netanyahu in an <a href="https://time.com/6972022/donald-trump-transcript-2024-election/">interview</a> with Time over an incident involving Qassem Soleimani, the head of Iran&#8217;s elite Quds Force. &#8220;I had a bad experience with Bibi. And it had to do with Soleimani, because as you probably know by now, he dropped out just before the attack,&#8221; Trump stated.
Trump further expressed his disappointment over the incident that took place on October 7, which he believes should not have happened under Netanyahu&#8217;s watch. &#8220;No, it happened on his watch. And I think it&#8217;s had a profound impact on him, despite everything,&#8221; he said.
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Trump also responded positively to the possibility of working with former deputy prime minister Benny Gantz, but did not give a definitive answer. &#8220;I think Benny Gantz is good, but I&#8217;m not prepared to say that,&#8221; he said. This comes at a time when Netanyahu&#8217;s approval ratings in Israel are reportedly low, according to Trump.
Why It Matters: This isn&#8217;t the first time Trump has criticized Netanyahu. In October 2023, Trump accused Israel of an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/10/35211523/trump-slams-israels-benjamin-netanyahu-amid-ongoing-war-with-hamas-ill-never-forget-bibi-let-us-down">alleged intelligence failure</a> during the killing of Soleimani amid the ongoing conflict with Hamas.
Furthermore, Trump has voiced concerns over Israel&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/03/37925997/trump-calls-for-end-to-israels-gaza-offensive-amidst-falling-global-support-finish-up-your-war">dwindling international backing</a> due to its continued offensive in Gaza. In an interview with Israeli newspaper Israel Hayom, he urged Israel to &#8220;finish up your war. You have to finish it up. You&#8217;ve got to get it done.&#8221;
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In a recent <a href="https://time.com/6972022/donald-trump-transcript-2024-election/">interview</a> with Time, former President Donald Trump discussed the potential prosecution of President Joe Biden and his family, contingent on the Supreme Court&#8217;s decision on presidential immunity.
What Happened: Trump hinted at the possibility of Biden being prosecuted for &#8220;20 different acts,&#8221; accusing him of mishandling situations in Afghanistan and Ukraine, and causing disorder at the U.S. border. At the same time, he clarified that none of those potential acts had anything to do with him.
However, he also stressed the importance of presidential immunity, arguing that without it, the presidency would be reduced to a ceremonial role.
&#8220;They&#8217;re going to make a ruling on presidential immunity. If they said that a president doesn&#8217;t get immunity, then Biden, I am sure, will be prosecuted for all of his crimes, because he&#8217;s committed many crimes,&#8221; said Trump.
When asked by the interviewer if prosecuting political opponents is something that is done in &#8220;Banana Republics,&#8221; he said, &#8220;That's what's happening now.&#8221;
On the topic of his own legal issues, Trump expressed dissatisfaction with a non-criminal case he is currently involved in, criticizing the judge and alleging bias against him. He also insinuated potential bias from the Biden administration in his legal troubles.
&#8220;The DOJ worked with Leticia James on my case. The DOJ worked with deranged Jack Smith. He&#8217;s a deranged person on my case. No, no, this is all Biden,&#8221; said the ex-president.
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Why It Matters: The Supreme Court is expected to rule on presidential immunity in the coming weeks, a decision that could have far-reaching implications for both sitting and former presidents.
Trump&#8217;s comments on presidential immunity and potential prosecution of Biden come in the backdrop of his own legal battles and political aspirations. In March, he called for the prosecution of former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) over her alleged <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37769884/trump-says-liz-cheney-should-be-prosecuted-for-what-shes-done-to-the-country-cheney-hits-back-youre">suppression of evidence</a> regarding the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection.
In April, Trump faced a criminal trial in New York, where he <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/04/38261008/donald-trump-argues-political-prosecution-before-jury-selection-in-new-york-trial-judge-not-goin">argued &#8216;political prosecution&#8217; </a>before the jury selection process began. His comments on presidential immunity could be seen in the light of these ongoing legal issues.
Furthermore, Trump is reportedly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/04/38537950/trump-vs-biden-former-president-holds-lead-in-all-7-swing-states-which-candidate-does-robert-f-k">leading in all seven swing states</a> in the potential 2024 election race against Biden. His comments on prosecuting Biden could be seen as a strategic move in this political context.
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Amazon.com Inc&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) &#8220;Fallout&#8221; TV series has been a massive hit, drawing in 65 million viewers within just 16 days of its release, ranking as the second most-watched show since <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/the-lord-of-the-rings">&#8220;The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power&#8221; in 2022. </a>
Notably, it&#8217;s Amazon&#8217;s top-performing series among adults aged 18-34, with a majority of its viewership coming from outside the U.S. The show was renewed for a second season shortly after its debut.
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The executive producers, Lisa Joy and Jonathan Nolan, expressed their appreciation for the show&#8217;s success, thanking the cast and partners at Amazon and Bethesda. 
&#8220;Praise be to our insanely brilliant showrunners, Geneva and Graham, to our kick-ass cast, to Todd and James and all the legends at Bethesda, and to Jen, Vernon, and the amazing team at Amazon for their incredible support of this show,&#8221; Joy and Nolan <a href="https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/fallout-renewed-season-2-amazon-1235975879/">said </a>to Variety. &#8220;We can't wait to blow up the world all over again." 
The series&#8217; popularity has also sparked renewed interest in the Fallout video game franchise, with Fallout 76 attracting a whopping 1 million players in a single day. However, the release of Fallout 4&#8217;s next-gen upgrade was marred by technical issues, prompting Bethesda to promise fixes.
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Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) has been on a downward trajectory recently, leaving many investors wondering what the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38437196/this-famous-buy-bitcoin-sign-netted-an-intern-1m">future holds for the leading cryptocurrency.</a>
According to Markus Thielen&#8216;s <a href="https://mail.10xresearch.co/p/bitcoin-grinding-lower-10-catalysts-traders-watching?utm_source=mail.10xresearch.co&amp;utm_medium=newsletter&amp;utm_campaign=bitcoin-is-grinding-lower-10-catalysts-traders-are-watching">analysis</a>, the dynamics of Bitcoin trading have evolved significantly, necessitating a keen eye on specific events and developments.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Early Mining and Current Scarcity</h1>
Initially, Bitcoin offered substantial returns to early miners, with nearly 50% mined by 2012 and about 80% by 2017 when the prices were relatively low. 
Now, with 93.8% of Bitcoin mined, new market entrants are finding higher entry barriers and diminishing cycle returns. 
&#8220;Time in the market beats timing the market, but as Bitcoin matures, understanding and reacting to catalysts is vital for investment strategies,&#8221; Thielen notes.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Diminishing Returns and the Importance of Market Timing</h1>
From staggering 560x returns in 2013 to a modest 4-5x in the ongoing 2024 bull market, Bitcoin&#8217;s lucrative days of easy gains seem to be tapering off. 
The frequency of days yielding over 10% returns has also declined sharply, emphasizing the need for strategic market timing over a long-only investment approach.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Macro Factors and Regulatory Watch</h1>
Thielen highlights the influence of macroeconomic factors on Bitcoin. 
Notably, a halt in Bitcoin ETF inflows coincided with rising U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI) figures, underscoring the crypto&#8217;s sensitivity to inflation indicators. 
Additionally, regulatory developments remain a critical watchpoint. 
Despite a surge in Ethereum prices following a potential ETF listing, the approval odds remain slim. 
&#8220;Traders should mark May 23 and 24 on their calendars when the SEC decides on key ETF applications,&#8221; Thielen advises.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Federal Reserve Decisions and Economic Data</h1>
The upcoming Federal Reserve meeting on May 1 and subsequent economic releases including employment data and PPI figures are seen as potential catalysts. 
These events could indicate economic trends such as stagflation that significantly impact Bitcoin&#8217;s valuation.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Options Expiry and MicroStrategy's Influence</h1>
The recent options expiry on April 26 saw $9.4 billion in contracts mature, historically aiding in price stabilization. 
However, Thielen cautions about increased volatility until the next significant expiries due at the end of May and June.
MicroStrategy Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) strategic financial maneuvers, particularly under Michael Saylor's direction, have previously influenced Bitcoin's price. 
The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38520610/whats-going-on-with-microstrategy-stock-tuesday">first-quarter earnings announcement on April 29</a> and anticipation of the potential early adoption of new FASB accounting guidelines could lead to significant price movements.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Index Inclusion and Market Saturation</h1>
Looking ahead, MicroStrategy&#8217;s potential inclusion in the S&amp;P 500 on June 1, dependent on its market cap and share availability, is another area drawing attention. 
&#8220;However, with the stock still overvalued, further capital raises might be on the horizon, though market saturation with MicroStrategy shares remains a concern,&#8221; Thielen adds.
As the landscape for digital assets continues to evolve, these catalysts provide critical waypoints for traders and investors. 
Such discussions will be further explored at Benzinga&#8217;s upcoming <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/events/digital-assets/agenda/">Future of Digital Assets</a> event on Nov. 19, where industry leaders will converge to discuss the pathways and challenges in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38460707/stripe-makes-a-crypto-comeback-accepts-stablecoins-for-online-payments">burgeoning crypto economy.</a>
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