Lastest Stories by Austin Smith

: Space Force, created in 2019, protects orbital assets and secures information flow. Its goal is “space superiority,” like air superiority but in space. It primarily uses unmanned tech for...
: The Ukraine-Russia war shows a semi-symmetric conflict, with outside aid helping a weaker nation resist a stronger one. Proxy wars let superpowers avoid direct confrontation, though they risk...
: Nuclear deterrence and alliances like NATO help prevent major wars. U.S. influence and organizations like the UN promote global peace. Modern conflicts are shifting toward tech, AI, and...
Intel (Nasdaq: INTC) gave up the greatest tech lead in recent history, it’s a major train wreck The acquisition by Qualcomm is delayed, likely until after the election and a few more bad quarters...
Lucid (Nasdaq: LCID) has an overly expensive, unappealing vehicle line up Shareholders continue to get heavily diluted as the company searches for a path forward Financial tricks like a reverse...
: Joby Aviation is developing quick urban air transit. Toyota has invested $1b, validating the company and technology It aims for fast trips like 7-minute flights from Manhattan to JFK. Read more:...
: Florida’s real estate market is more and more dangerous due to typhoon and rising insurance costs. Common retiree spots like Florida and Phoenix face ecological problems. Secure, lower-tax areas...
: Vistra (VST) dominates the S&P 500 with a 260% YTD gain Utility stocks are up 20%, their best quarter in 20 years as AI’s energy needs emerge. Considering solid options with data center...
Ford’s stock has stumbled, and dividend cuts are on the horizon Chinese EVs and trouble in China increase the pressure for Ford Dividends are an excellent source of income fore retirees Speak with...
: OpenAI’s high valuation raises questions about it’s ability to deliver in the future Microsoft’s (NASDAQ: MSFT) massive investment in OpenAI is under pressure as Elon Musk’s XAI joins the...
: Supermicro (Nasdaq:SMCI) Computer faces SEC and DOJ probes over accounting concerns. Booming sales continue, but Hindenburg Research has flagged Supermicro for accounting manipulation Shares in...
: 60-year-olds with a meaningful nest egg still need a blueprint for retirement. $500k can go a long way with the right budget, and other income sources. Strategic withdrawals make the difference....
: Restricted mainstream attract for Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) and Meta (NASDAQ: META) VR headsets Meta’s Quest 3 outmatch Apple’s Vision Pro on cost. VR tech stays niche, mostly attractive to gamers....
: Rivian (Nasdaq: RIVN) has decreased production from 57,000 to 47- 49,000 vehicles due to supply chain issues The company’s service network is underwhelming, and may scare away buyers Shares have...
: Alphabet Breakup: The U.S. government may force Alphabet to split, with advertising and Android as key assets. Android’s Potential: Android could be more valuable if monetized separately....