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This week on ScaleUp Radio we hear from two founders whose journeys couldn't be more different — yet both offer powerful lessons for business owners. On one side, Ric Wilson, founder of ERP Experts, who built a seven-figure consultancy by focusing on systems, structure, and culture. On the other, Milo Pinckney, founder of Roller, who is redefining deodorant as a design-led ritual while navigating patents, investors, and the grind of start-up life. Their stories challenge us to ask: does scaling come from mastering internal systems, or from sheer resilience in the face of external battles? Meet the Guests Ric Wilson – The Pragmatic Problem-Solver Former research chemist turned entrepreneur after years in sales and marketing. Founded ERP Experts to help companies escape the chaos of disconnected systems. Believes systemisation is the foundation of scale — “don't have a dog and bark yourself.” Learned the hard way about hiring, moving from gut feel to a structured recruitment process. Now focuses on building culture, retention, and acquiring businesses with proven growth models. Milo Pinckney – The Resilient Brand-Builder Founder of Roller, a direct-to-consumer deodorant brand on a mission to transform a chore into a ritual. Spent four years in gruelling product development before launching. Faced the toughest fundraising climate in decades, learning that investor FOMO is key. Secured backing from Broody London, a creative incubator tied to world-leading agency Mother. Protects his innovation with patents — “expensive and painful,” but vital for long-term success. Admits the loneliness of being a solo founder and regrets not having a co-founder from day one. Key Lessons for Entrepreneurs Systemisation Builds Scale – Ric shows that freeing the founder from day-to-day tasks unlocks growth. Resilience is Non-Negotiable – Milo proves that belief and persistence carry you through funding battles and setbacks. Culture Matters – Ric's “sticky” culture reduces turnover and drives client loyalty. Strategic Partnerships are Game-Changers – Milo's link with Broody London gave him both credibility and expertise. Learn from Mistakes – Both highlight how costly missteps (bad hires, wrong approaches to investors) become turning points. Systems vs. Resilience – The Big Difference Ric's journey is a masterclass in operational maturity: systemise, delegate, and focus on culture to escape founder dependency. Milo's is a raw account of early-stage grit: battling for validation, funding, and market traction with authenticity at the core. This contrast reflects wider research from the BizSmart ScaleUp Challenge Report: 49% of business owners say their business would “suffer a lot” if they stepped away for three months. Just 7% of SMEs have a truly scalable model with recurring revenue, low founder reliance, and capacity to handle five times the volume. Final Thoughts Whether it's through resilient brand-building or robust systems, the truth is clear: scaling a business demands both determination and structure. The strongest founders blend the grit to keep going with the discipline to build businesses that can thrive without them. Listen and Learn More

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Preview: Bob Zimmerman reports Blue Origin secured the Viper moon lander contract. The company's pace is "incredibly slow," having only one New Glenn launch since January. They must prove they can succeed, as only Fireflyhas successfully deployed a lunar lander. 1958

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HEADLINE: Inside the Den of Spies: Iran Visit and Confessions of an Arms Procurement ChiefAUTHOR: Craig Unger SUMMARY: While investigating in Iran, Craig Unger visited the former US Embassy, known as the Den of Spies, now a spy museum. He secured a brief meeting with Mohsen Rafighdoost, former head of arms procurement for Ayatollah Khomeini, who accidentally referenced meeting with Republicans—a statement Unger captured on video, lending credence to the secret deal. Retry JB

Have you ever wondered what happens to your debts when you're gone? Many assume obligations simply vanish, but the truth is more complicated. Without a plan, your loved ones could face creditors, confusion, and unnecessary heartache. Let's explore how debt is handled after death—and the steps you can take now to protect your family.Different Types of DebtNot all debts are treated the same after death.Secured Debt: These are tied to assets such as homes or cars. If you pass away with a mortgage, the heir who inherits the property also inherits the payments. Without the ability to pay, foreclosure or repossession is possible. Unsecured Debt: Credit cards and personal loans fall into this category. Unless someone is a joint account holder, heirs aren't responsible. However, creditors can claim repayment from your estate before anything goes to heirs or charities.Special Cases: Student and Medical DebtStudent Loans: Federal student loans—including Parent PLUS loans—are discharged at death. Private student loans vary: some lenders forgive, others pursue repayment from the estate or co-signer. Medical Debt: Providers sometimes write off smaller balances, but they aren't required to. With rising healthcare costs, debts can be substantial, draining family assets quickly.Protected AssetsSome resources are shielded from creditors:Life insurance proceedsRetirement accounts with named beneficiariesThese bypass the estate entirely and go directly to heirs. But accuracy matters—outdated beneficiary forms can unintentionally disinherit a spouse or child.Other Important ConsiderationsCommunity Property States: In states like Texas, California, and Arizona, marital debts are often shared. Surviving spouses may be held responsible for balances they didn't incur. Co-Signed Loans: Parents, grandparents, and friends often co-sign loans without realizing they'll be responsible if the other borrower passes away.Planning AheadBecause the rules vary, consulting an estate attorney is wise. A one-time meeting can prevent years of stress later. But the best protection is simple: live with as little debt as possible. By building margin and reducing obligations, you bless your family with both financial relief and a legacy of stewardship.Practical steps include:Reviewing accounts regularlyUpdating beneficiariesPaying down debtsOrganizing important recordsCreating a will or trustProverbs 13:22 tells us, “A good person leaves an inheritance for their children's children.” That inheritance is about more than money—it's about modeling wisdom, integrity, and trust in God's provision. By stewarding your finances well today, you not only provide a cleaner path for your loved ones tomorrow but also leave them with a testimony of faith that points them back to Christ.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:My grandfather set up 529 plans for my kids years ago. When my older children graduate, can I use any leftover money for my younger daughter's education? And eventually, could I split the remaining funds among all my kids?I'm the Power of Attorney for my 92-year-old mother, who has regularly helped my two sisters financially. I'd like to set up automatic monthly gifts of $1,500 to each of them to stay under the annual gift tax limit. I'm also retired and considering using some of her funds to help with my grandchildren's college expenses. Is that ethical?I'm 71 and have been doing Roth conversions for the past two years. I opened a Roth account six years ago. Can I now withdraw money from those conversions without being restricted by any time limits?I'm 63 and have about $200,000 in a 401(k) from a former employer. I'd like to move it into a biblically aligned investment, but my current plan administrator says I can't. What options do I have?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Timothy Plan | Eventide Asset Management | OneAscentZillowWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I recorded this conversation in Alpbach, Austria, a village that looks like a postcard and hosts a very serious tech gathering. TechSummit25 is Barracuda's deeply technical event, and it shows. The rooms are packed with solution architects, product managers, and engineers comparing notes with customers who run these systems every day. It is the kind of environment where product direction and real-world pain points meet over a coffee, then head straight into a lab to test an idea. My guest today is Neal Bradbury, Chief Product Officer at Barracuda, who leads engineering, product management, and the operations teams that keep services running around the clock. Fresh from a session titled “Secured today, secured tomorrow,” Neal breaks down what that promise means in practice. We explore why Barracuda is doubling down on a platform approach with Barracuda One, how a single dashboard helps teams see posture and value in one place, and why consolidation matters when alerts and tools pile up faster than teams can respond. We also talk about the balance between immediate protection and longer-term planning. Neil explains how quarterly releases and shared services underpin the roadmap, how zero trust network access moves from theory to deployment as VPNs fade, and how managed vulnerability services help organizations find risks they did not know they had. He shares why service providers are shifting toward vCIO and vCISO models, how value reporting answers the board's simplest question about where the budget goes, and why response time is the measure that keeps coming up in every conversation. Secured today, secured tomorrow The headline theme is simple enough. Know where you stand right now, then set a clear plan for the next year. Barracuda One aims to cut noise and show whether tools are configured properly. The same view rolls up alerts across email, network, and application security, and for MSPs it stretches across all customers. That single source of truth is designed to reduce swivel-chair work and make decisions faster. We dig into the reality of tool sprawl and alert fatigue. A recent study Barracuda commissioned points to teams carrying too many point solutions, with slower responses and misconfigurations as the cost. Neal's answer is convergence without ignoring specialist depth. Product groups keep shipping, while shared AI and threat protection services raise the floor across the portfolio. That approach feeds directly into XDR, where integrations with tenants, firewalls, and endpoints help shrink the gap between detection and action. AI sits in the background of all of this. Neal describes it as a reckless intern that needs guardrails. In practice that means setup wizards that cut deployment time, incident response that can pull a bad message from twenty tenants in one sweep, and ML-driven triggers that fire automated remediation when patterns line up. The aim is clear. Let machines handle the routine work at machine speed, so people can focus on decisions and the weird edge cases attackers love to try. What listeners will take away If you run security day to day, you will hear practical direction rather than slogans. Consolidated dashboards exist to show posture, not just counts. Value reporting exists to explain outcomes to a board, not to pad a slide deck. Managed services rise in importance because many organizations need strategy as much as tools, and that includes smaller enterprises that outsource large parts of their stack. For leaders planning the next quarter, the emphasis on zero trust and managed vulnerability services will stand out. For operators, the XDR and SOAR focus is about shaving minutes into seconds, connecting identity with network and endpoint events, and giving analysts room to breathe. And for anyone curious about how product roadmaps form, conferences like this one offer a candid loop between feedback and action that you rarely see on a press release. By the time we wrap, Alpbach's quiet streets feel like an unlikely place to discuss ransomware, posture, and platform design. Yet that contrast makes the conversation land even harder. Secure today, plan for tomorrow, and give your team the visibility to do both.

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Join Chris Chavez, Eric Jenkins, Anderson Emerole, Mitch Dyer and Paul Hof-Mahoney as they recap all the highlights from Day 3 at the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo. Some of today's highlights include:Mondo Duplantis Breaks World Record (6.30m)- Sweden's Mondo Duplantis cleared 6.30m to set his 14th world record- Secured his third straight world title- Vault came on his third and final attempt, capping an electric evening- Historic depth: First time seven men cleared 5.90m+ in a single competition- 2nd: Emmanouil Karalis (GRE) – 6.00m- 3rd: Kurtis Marschall (AUS) – 5.95m (=NR)Beamish Ends El Bakkali's Steeplechase Streak- Geordie Beamish (NZL) wins in a tactical race, kicking late to defeat Soufiane El Bakkali (MAR)- El Bakkali's long championship win streak comes to an end- 1st: Beamish – 8:33.88- 2nd: El Bakkali – 8:33.95- 3rd: Edmund Serem (KEN) – 8:34.56Cole Hocker Disqualified from 1500m Final- Hocker originally finished 2nd in his semifinal- Disqualified for jostling in the final 100 meters- Appeal by USA Track and Field was denied- Disqualification shown on broadcast approximately one hour after the raceDitaji Kambundji Stuns in 100m Hurdles- Swiss hurdler sets a national record (12.24)- Upsets top names including Tobi Amusan- 1st: Kambundji (SUI) – 12.24 NR- 2nd: Tobi Amusan (NGR) – 12.29- 3rd: Grace Stark (USA) – 12.34Simbu Wins Historic Marathon for Tanzania- Alphonce Felix Simbu claims Tanzania's first global gold in the marathon- Outkicked Germany's Amanal Petros by 0.03s- 1st: Simbu – 2:09:48- 2nd: Petros – 2:09:48- 3rd: Iliass Aouani (ITA) – 2:09:53____________PRESENTED BY ASICSFor the third consecutive year, CITIUS MAG is proud to partner with ASICS for our global championship coverage. With their support, we're able to bring you the best coverage of the 2025 World Athletics Championships. Support our sponsor and check out ASICS's latest including the MegaBlast and SonicBlast. Shop at ASICS.com____________Hosts: Chris Chavez | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@chris_j_chavez on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ + Mac Fleet |⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@macfleet on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ + Eric Jenkins | ⁠⁠_ericjenkins on Instagram⁠⁠ + Anderson Emerole | ⁠⁠@atkoeme on Instagram⁠⁠ + Mitch Dyer | ⁠⁠@straightatit_ on Instagram⁠⁠ + Paul Hof-Mahoney | ⁠⁠@phofmahoney on Instagram⁠⁠Produced by: Jasmine Fehr |⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@jasminefehr on Instagram

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This is a recap of the top 10 posts on Hacker News on September 11, 2025. This podcast was generated by wondercraft.ai (00:30): Germany is not supporting ChatControl – blocking minority securedOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45209366&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(01:51): Court rejects Verizon claim that selling location data without consent is legalOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45206567&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(03:12): Behind the scenes of Bun InstallOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45210850&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(04:33): Top model scores may be skewed by Git history leaks in SWE-benchOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45214670&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(05:54): Nano Banana image examplesOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45215869&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(07:15): GrapheneOS and forensic extraction of data (2024)Original post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45210910&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(08:36): Gregg Kellogg has diedOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45210564&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(09:58): Seoul says US must fix its visa system if it wants Korea's investmentsOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45206805&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(11:19): Claude's memory architecture is the opposite of ChatGPT'sOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45214908&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(12:40): Reshaped is now open sourceOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45209558&utm_source=wondercraft_aiThis is a third-party project, independent from HN and YC. Text and audio generated using AI, by wondercraft.ai. Create your own studio quality podcast with text as the only input in seconds at app.wondercraft.ai. Issues or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: team@wondercraft.ai

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The ACLJ is mourning the tragic death of Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk, who was a champion of free speech and religious liberty. Right now, the FBI is closing in on the assassin who murdered Kirk at a Utah college campus. The Sekulow team discusses Kirk's senseless death, the Trump DOJ's pursuit of the killer, the mainstream media's response, reflect on the events of 9/11, the ACLJ's legal work to defend religious liberty and free speech – and much more.

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Austin FC secured a massive 2-1 road win over Sporting Kansas City. Owen Wolff continues his incredible form, tying Myrto Uzuni and Brandon Vázquez as Austin's top scorer in MLS and delivering a perfect corner for the game-winning goal.CJ Fodrey made headlines with his first-ever MLS goal, while Mateja Djordjevic impressed on his debut, and Brad Stuver came up clutch with huge saves to secure the victory. We also dive into international call-ups after a quiet window for Austin's players. Can Austin FC get comfortable in the top 6 with another win as they prepare for a tough matchup against FC Dallas this Saturday? Tune in for the full match breakdown and player reactions.

Interview with David Cates, President & CEO of Denison MinesOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/denison-mines-tsxdml-first-in-situ-uranium-mine-in-canada-on-track-for-2028-production-6825Recording date: 4th September 2025Denison Mines Corporation (TSX:DML) represents a compelling uranium investment opportunity positioned at the intersection of accelerating nuclear demand and persistent supply constraints. The company stands out as one of the few developers with clear visibility to near-term production through its advanced Wheeler River Phoenix project in Saskatchewan's prolific Athabasca Basin.Phoenix has reached critical development milestones with regulatory panel hearings scheduled for October-December 2025 and expected decisions within 90 days. The project benefits from 75% completed engineering, ongoing procurement since 2023, and in-situ recovery (ISR) technology that reduces operational complexity compared to conventional mining. First production is targeted for mid-2028, representing a 20-year development timeline from discovery that CEO David Cates characterizes as exceptional persistence through market downturns.The company's recent $345 million convertible bond offering demonstrates sophisticated financial engineering that addresses traditional mining sector dilution concerns. The instrument features cap-call protection limiting dilution to 4% even with 200% share price appreciation, effectively functioning like traditional debt until shares exceed $4.32. This structure provides construction funding while preserving upside for existing shareholders and offers significant cost savings compared to conventional project financing.Denison enters production during what appears to be the most favorable uranium market dynamics in over a decade. Microsoft's decision to join the World Nuclear Association signals broader corporate recognition of nuclear power's role in supporting data centers and AI infrastructure. Simultaneously, established producers including Kazatomprom and Cameco struggle with production guidance, creating supply shortages precisely as demand accelerates. Utilities actively seek Western uranium supply sources to diversify away from concentrated suppliers.Unlike pure development companies, Denison generates immediate cash flow through its 22.5% interest in McLean North mine production and maintains 2 million pounds of physical uranium inventory. This diversified revenue profile provides operational flexibility and reduces dependence on equity financing during construction. The company's commercial strategy emphasizes contract diversification rather than betting entirely on spot prices or long-term agreements.Phoenix represents the foundation for broader growth initiatives. The Wheeler River property includes the Griffin deposit positioned for development using Phoenix cash flows. The company maintains annual exploration spending of C$10-15 million while pursuing strategic partnerships and potential acquisitions enabled by future cash generation. This approach creates organic growth opportunities without additional equity dilution.Denison's investment appeal centers on execution certainty, financial flexibility, and market timing. The combination of approaching regulatory approval, advanced engineering completion, innovative financing structure, and favorable uranium fundamentals creates multiple value drivers. The company's positioning as a new large-scale Western uranium producer entering a supply-constrained market during accelerating demand provides both near-term catalysts and long-term growth potential.With regulatory clarity approaching and construction readiness achieved, Denison appears well-positioned to capitalize on uranium market dynamics that many industry participants view as the most favorable in decades.View Denison Mines' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/denison-mines-corpSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

We welcome back Mike Konnert, President & CEO of Vizsla Silver (TSX: VZLA, NYSE: VZLA), to discuss the company's latest milestone: a US$200 million project financing package with Macquarie to fund development of the Panuco Project in Mexico. This deal is a key step toward making Vizsla Silver one of the world's largest single-asset primary silver producers. Mike outlines: Details of the Macquarie financing and why it's one of the cleanest project finance deals in the silver sector. Updated capital position – nearly half a billion US dollars in liquidity. Development milestones ahead, including the feasibility study (expected later this year) and permitting. How the test mine and early development work are expediting timelines toward production. Ongoing exploration at multiple high-potential targets across the Panuco district and new properties like Santa Fe and Santa Enrique. If you have any follow up questions for Mike please email me at Fleck@kereport.com. Click here to visit the Vizsla website to learn more about the Company.    For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/   Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests may own shares in companies mentioned

Expositional style teaching on 1st Peter CH 1:3-5 focusing on the fact the we who believe in Jesus, have a sure reward that is a physical benefit to our spiritual salvation, in the form of our glorified bodies. This teaching will discuss this reality while looking into how the word “inheritance” combined with other biblical phrases often gets misunderstood as salvation issues leading to works in the flesh. Taught by Assistant Pastor Mac at Calvary Kaneohe Hawaii.

Topical teaching looking into the lives of a few local children of God who have been on the receiving end of major debilitating medical conditions that have completely altered their lives.  Their testimonies are heartfelt and reveal how powerful the word of God is demonstrating His amazing love and sovereignty despite this fallen world.  Each account provides vital lessons that we can glean from, exposing the dangers of self-focus and pride, while promoting perseverance and patience as captured in the Scriptures.  These are true disciples, who's service to the Lord through their sufferings should be an encouragement and challenge for us all.  Taught by Assistant Pastor Mac at Calvary Kaneohe Hawaii.  Social MediaMobile & TV Apps: https://subsplash.com/calvarychapelkaneohe/appProphecy Website: http://jdfarag.orgChurch Website: http://www.calvarychapelkaneohe.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/JDFaragFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JDFaragInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/JDFarag

If you're in Christ, you are not doomed to live under sin's power. Paul calls us to “walk by the Spirit,” reminding us that the Spirit's presence and power secure real victory over the flesh. The battle is constant and obvious, but as we set our minds on the Spirit, we are transformed. This passage also brings a sober warning: a life given over to the works of the flesh will not inherit the kingdom of God. Today belongs to the Lord!

Discover how God shows himself as both covenant maker and covenant keeper in Genesis 15. Pastor Mark unpacks Abraham's doubts, God's unbreakable promises, and how Christ fulfills the covenant once and for all. A message of grace, assurance, and hope in Christ alone.

Intel secured $5.7 billion from the U.S. government as part of the administration's 10% investment, Google’s Phone app is rolling out “Calling Cards”, and China plans to regulate its burgeoning artificial intelligence sector… MP3 Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS Live ad-free. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none of thisContinue reading "Intel Secured $5.7 Billion From The U.S. Government As Part Of The Administration's 10% Investment – DTH"

Moment Energy is transforming the energy storage landscape by giving electric vehicle batteries a second life. With $32 million in government grants secured and a 2-gigawatt-hour facility under construction in Austin, Texas, the company is pioneering the repurposing of end-of-life EV batteries into stationary energy storage systems. In this episode of Category Visionaries, I sat down with Edward Chiang, Co-Founder and CEO of Moment Energy, to explore how his team is solving the dual challenges of EV battery waste and distributed energy storage while building a commercially viable hardware business. Topics Discussed: The $4,000 recycling cost problem facing EV owners at end-of-life How 80-95% capacity remains in "dead" EV batteries due to single cell failures Moment Energy's vision for distributed energy storage at every neighborhood block The certification maze: becoming the first North American company to achieve UL 1974 Securing $32M in government contracts from the DOE and Canadian government Commercial-industrial customer strategy targeting Fortune 500 companies The unique challenges of hardware go-to-market versus SaaS   GTM Lessons For B2B Founders: Sell on economics, not sustainability: Despite the environmental benefits of battery repurposing, Chiang emphasizes selling purely on cost and performance metrics. He explained, "We never sell based on sustainability... We just sell on typical cost and power." B2B founders should resist leading with feel-good messaging and instead focus on measurable business outcomes that matter to their buyers' bottom line. Target infrastructure decision-makers, not sustainability teams: Moment Energy focuses on buyers who "manage the energy infrastructure for the entire [organization]" because "there's a lot less education that's required. They know how to speak batteries." While sustainability teams can provide useful introductions, the real decision-makers understand the technical and economic trade-offs. B2B founders should identify the specific roles that truly own their problem space rather than getting distracted by adjacent stakeholders. Regulatory barriers become competitive moats: The extensive certification process that costs hundreds of thousands of dollars in burn testing creates what Chiang calls "a massive barrier to entry for any incumbents to come in." While painful initially, these regulatory requirements can provide sustained competitive advantages. B2B founders in regulated industries should view compliance costs as investments in defensibility rather than just operational expenses. Government contracts require commercial proof points: Chiang noted that government agencies "want to make sure that you're actually commercially ready rather than just a big marketing play." They validate systems in the field and measure actual impact before awarding contracts. B2B founders pursuing government opportunities should prioritize demonstrable commercial traction over grant-writing skills, as real customer deployments become the foundation for larger contracts. Hardware requires deeper customer conviction: Unlike software pilots, Chiang explains that their systems "cannot go down because it's not a pilot" and customers need complete confidence from day one. This means hardware founders must achieve higher customer conviction thresholds before securing deals. The extended sales cycles and higher stakes require more thorough technical validation and risk mitigation than typical SaaS implementations.   //   Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe.  www.GlobalTalent.co   //   Don't Miss: New Podcast Series — How I Hire Senior GTM leaders share the tactical hiring frameworks they use to build winning revenue teams. Hosted by Andy Mowat, who scaled 4 unicorns from $10M to $100M+ ARR and launched Whispered to help executives find their next role. Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/53yCHlPfLSMFimtv0riPyM 

Are you looking to save time, make money, and start winning with less risk? Then head to https://www.ovtlyr.com.Should you really be selling cash-secured puts, or is there a smarter strategy hiding in plain sight? In this video, we dig deep into why selling options can be a dangerous trap and what alternatives might give traders better odds without breaking the golden rule of leverage.The allure of option selling is obvious: steady premium income, high win rates, and the promise that most options expire worthless. But what no one tells you is that one bad trade can wipe out months of small wins. With unlimited downside and capped profit potential, selling puts sets traders up for heartbreak. That's why understanding the math, the probabilities, and the risk-to-reward profile is essential before putting capital on the line.We explore exactly how a cash-secured put works using real examples like PayPal and Palantir, breaking down the margin requirements, max profit potential, and the hidden risks. You'll see why a seemingly attractive 84% win rate can still result in massive long-term losses. More importantly, we show how expectancy, position sizing, and discipline matter far more than win percentage alone.Here's what you'll learn in this breakdown:➡️ Why cash-secured puts often break the golden rule of trading➡️ The math behind capped profits vs. unlimited losses➡️ Real-world examples using PayPal and Palantir option chains➡️ Why annualized returns from option selling are misleading➡️ The danger of stacking trades and compounding risk➡️ How Monte Carlo simulations expose the ugly truth behind high win rates➡️ Why trend-following with long calls often outperforms option selling➡️ How OVTLYR's data-driven signals give traders clarity on when to act and when to stay in cashWe also walk through ratio spreads as an alternative strategy, highlighting how they can shift breakeven points lower and expand profit zones. But even here, the reality is clear: if you're bullish, buying the stock or deep in-the-money calls is often a simpler and smarter choice. The key takeaway is that complexity doesn't guarantee profitability.Trading success comes down to execution, discipline, and respecting risk. Whether it's using ATR stops, 10 EMA filters, or tracking order blocks, the foundation is always math and data. With OVTLYR 4.0, traders now have access to enhanced breadth models, sector comparisons, and backtested signals that help filter out the noise and focus only on high-probability setups.The bottom line: cash is a trade. Hope is not a strategy. If you're serious about trading like a pro, it's time to stop chasing sexy setups and start following a repeatable plan. This video will show you why traders who ignore the traps of option selling and lean into disciplined, math-driven strategies come out ahead in the long run.Watch now to learn how to protect your capital, trade smarter, and build consistency with less risk.Gain instant access to the AI-powered tools and behavioral insights top traders use to spot big moves before the crowd. Start trading smarter today

Conifer is pioneering a revolutionary approach to electric powertrains by eliminating dependence on rare earth materials while maintaining superior performance. In a recent episode of Category Visionaries, we spoke with Ankit Somani, Co-Founder of Conifer, about the company's mission to make electric powertrains as simple and manufacturable as internal combustion engines. Their breakthrough technology addresses critical supply chain vulnerabilities while enabling faster, more cost-effective electrification across industries from two-wheelers to delivery vehicles and robotics. Topics Discussed: The fundamental challenges with current electric powertrain manufacturing and rare earth material dependencies Conifer's approach to creating modular, rare earth-free electric powertrains with 90% commonized components The company's manufacturing-first design philosophy that prioritizes scalability and cost reduction Strategic go-to-market approaches for hardware companies selling to technical buyers Building brand trust and long-term customer relationships in hardware markets Earned media strategies that generated significant inbound demand without paid advertising The geopolitical implications of rare earth material supply chain constraints GTM Lessons For B2B Founders: Start with manufacturing constraints, not just product design: Ankit emphasized that their team approached hardware development backwards from typical startups. Instead of designing first and figuring out manufacturing later, they started by solving the hardest constraints: "Can you actually source the materials and manufacture it cheaply first and use that to then guide your design?" This manufacturing-first approach enabled them to create products that could scale economically from day one. B2B hardware founders should prioritize understanding their manufacturing and supply chain limitations before finalizing product specifications. Target technical champions who feel the pain daily: Rather than selling through traditional procurement channels, Conifer went directly to the end designers who were "perplexed with here's so many options I need to qualify." These technical users became their champions within customer organizations. As Ankit explained, "Use that to matrix in rest of the organization" rather than becoming just another commodity option in a sea of vendors. B2B founders should identify the specific technical roles that experience their problem most acutely and build champion relationships there first. Leverage geopolitical timing for category creation: Conifer's success was amplified by aligning their rare earth-free value proposition with growing geopolitical concerns about supply chain dependencies. Ankit noted: "The most important thing is what is happening in the world that you can most closely associate with where you could have a differing opinion." They positioned themselves as the alternative when the market was actively seeking solutions to rare earth dependencies. B2B founders should identify macro trends that create urgency for their solution and time their messaging accordingly. Build conviction for multi-year hardware cycles: Unlike software where you can iterate quickly based on customer feedback, hardware requires longer-term conviction. Ankit shared: "In a hardware product you have to have at least a two year view because that's the true cycle of making the product, proving the product and put it into production." Their decision to stick with rare earth-free technology, even when customers suggested alternatives, proved crucial when market conditions validated their thesis. Hardware founders must develop conviction in their core technical bets and resist the temptation to pivot based on short-term customer requests. Use physical demonstrations as your primary sales tool: Conifer's marketing strategy centers on putting working products in customers' hands rather than relying on presentations. As Ankit explained: "When you give a product in people's hands and within two minutes they realize the value of it without going through a bunch of PowerPoint." Their approach involves integrating systems into customer vehicles so prospects can "touch and feel" the performance difference. B2B hardware founders should prioritize creating tangible demonstrations that let customers experience their product's value directly.   //   Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe.  www.GlobalTalent.co   //   Don't Miss: New Podcast Series — How I Hire Senior GTM leaders share the tactical hiring frameworks they use to build winning revenue teams. Hosted by Andy Mowat, who scaled 4 unicorns from $10M to $100M+ ARR and launched Whispered to help executives find their next role. Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/53yCHlPfLSMFimtv0riPyM 

It's often said “A wrong King still believes his crown makes him right.” Give it up Kingy, there's no place left to hide. JL has got your number! Time to Restump Podcast Freo's magnificent September securing victory against the dauntless Dogs.There was barely an institution that didn't write us off. The media, the footballing world, the bookies and my postman gave us no hope. But why? Why was so much analytical weight and judgment placed upon the loss to the Brisbane Lions a week bacl? Was our previous 3 months invisible? Did the pundits not even bother to watch the Fox Footy mini's?Justin Longmuir got on the front foot though as he was having none of it and he wasn't shy in letting them know. However, let's hope they all double down and write us off again in 2 weeks' time.   In real time, we'd all be lying if we said we didn't harbour some minor concerns half way through that first quarter. But we'd seen that movie before several times in recent months and, more often than not, it had a favourable twist. Stop, take your hat off and give the defensive collective an acknowledging nod because we were able to build that win on it's ability and relentless efforts to weather the Dog's high pressure, 19 inside fifty storm. It kept us in the game when others couldn't. The individuals were remarkable. No one does what our defensive delegation did to Sam Darcy!Depending on how you view it, its either worrying or pleasing seeing Andy Brayshaw and Caleb Serong combine for just a 5 possession first quarter. Worrying because they got destroyed, but pleasing because we were still able to win centre clearance for the quarter and set up four scoring chances. Hayden Young, take a bow!The Dogs did well at trying to rattle our cages early with their pressure but we dealt with it, we regrouped at quarter time and then we let go with a scintillating period of footy that saw us put an uninterrupted run of 8 goals on the board.Sure, the Dogs have some defensive deficiencies but our forwards were phenomenal, showing no mercy in exploiting the advantage. Everyone got their unhygienic lick of the what would now be germ riddled ice-cream. But even contracting covid was an acceptable risk if it meant seeing Jye Amiss in the embryonic stage of a return to some serious form!If you put your hat back on, can you please remove it once more as we have a moment of respect and marvel at Murphy Reid yet again? Everything he touches turns to gold… or rather goal. It's not too often that a first-year player becomes irreplaceable and a vital cog in the team wheel. It's done, pull your dress down Mary, the shows over. All bets are off…  just give him the rising star medal!And while our hata are still off, give a nod of appreciation to Bailey Banfield who has reinvented himself in a meaningful way.While we appeared to be cruising to victory, the Dogs are too good a team to not mount a comeback. On the back of the magnificent Marcus Bontempelli, he dragged them back to somewhat within striking distance late in the final term. Yes, Ok, a nerve or two crept in, but we're not that same old Fremantle team anymore. We weren't letting this September securing victory slip through our fingers. Bring on September!We didn't put too much weight on last week's loss to the Brisbane Lions and their win over the Hawks justified our position. So, likewise, given the Dog's record against top eight teams, we're not getting carried away with the win over them either. Having said that, it doesn't mean we're not bouncing off the walls excited about being part of September this year!So, you know what to do. If you're foraging for a fistful more of Freo fanfare, don yoSend us a textSupport the show

Monterey County deputy superintendent of schools confirmed that federal funds that had previously been impounded have been released to schools for programs that support migrant and low income families.And, Governor Gavin Newsom will likely soon advance a proposal that eases permitting requirements for drilling new oil wells in California.

What became of the Lewellings - the visionary brothers who transformed the American West one orchard at a time?In the final episode of our six-part series, John and Patrick return to the verdant hills of Napa and the fertile valleys of Oregon to chart the triumphs and tragedies that defined the twilight of the Lewelling legacy. As phylloxera silently strangles California's vineyards, John Lewelling rises to the challenge with pioneering grafting techniques - only to fall to illness just as his wine career reaches its zenith. Meanwhile, Seth Lewelling's quieter revolution unfolds in Oregon, where a towering Chinese laborer named Ah Bing helps bring a world-famous cherry to life - only to be cast out by America's rising tide of anti-Chinese sentiment.Through collapsing nurseries, bitter market failures, and political upheaval, we follow the final acts of these horticultural radicals and examine the seeds they planted in American agriculture, racial justice, and democratic reform.Join John and Patrick as they say farewell to the Lewellings and uncover the roots of their enduring influence.----------In Sponsorship with Cornell University: Dyson Cornell SC Johnson College of Business-----------Join the History of Fresh Produce Club for ad-free listening, bonus episodes, book discounts and access to an exclusive chatroom community.Support us!Share this episode with your friendsGive a 5-star ratingWrite a review -----------Subscribe to our biweekly newsletter here for extra stories related to recent episodes, book recommendations, a sneak peek of upcoming episodes and more.-----------Step into history - literally! Now is your chance to own a pair of The History of Fresh Produce sneakers. Fill out the form here and get ready to walk through the past in style.-----------Instagram, TikTok, Threads:@historyoffreshproduceEmail: historyoffreshproduce@gmail.com

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit Washington on Monday to meet President Donald Trump, after the US and Russian presidents left Alaska without an agreement on Ukraine.

In this episode, Mark Longo, Matt Amberson (ORATS), and Matthew Tuttle (Tuttle Capital Management) delve into several key areas, including the ongoing growth in the options market, the utility of zero-day options, and various options-based ETFs. The discussion covers market trends like increased single-name equity volume, strategies for employing cash-secured puts, and the benefits of using options for portfolio protection. Matt Amberson introduces their new AI tool, Otto, and Matthew Tuttle discusses the launch of their new zero-day and leveraged ETFs. Listener questions on options strategies, metrics for selling volatility, and the best ways to hedge risks are also addressed.   01:25 Welcome to The Advisor's Option 03:18 Meet the Hosts and Guests 07:06 Market Overview and Volatility Discussion 15:05 Earnings Volatility Report 20:38 Options 101: Strategies and Tips 28:21 The Buzz: Latest Developments in Options 31:48 Explosive Growth in the Options Market 32:20 New Generation of Options Traders 32:34 Innovations in Options Trading 33:42 ETF Strategies and Market Trends 36:54 Zero Day Options and Flex Options 41:22 Leveraged ETFs and High-Octane Trading 42:27 Office Hours: Answering Listener Questions 50:51 The Importance of Hedging for RIAs 55:27 Final Thoughts and Resources  

Name: Chris LoTitle: Founder & CEOWebsite: https://ir.jiguang.cnCompany Name: Aurora MobileTicker: JGBio: A serial entrepreneur, founded Aurora Mobile in 2011. Secured multiple rounds of investments from Mandra, IDG, FOSUN, Fidelity, Goldman Sachs, and led Aurora to a successful IPO on NASDAQ in 2018.

In this episode, Mark Longo, Matt Amberson (ORATS), and Matthew Tuttle (Tuttle Capital Management) delve into several key areas, including the ongoing growth in the options market, the utility of zero-day options, and various options-based ETFs. The discussion covers market trends like increased single-name equity volume, strategies for employing cash-secured puts, and the benefits of using options for portfolio protection. Matt Amberson introduces their new AI tool, Otto, and Matthew Tuttle discusses the launch of their new zero-day and leveraged ETFs. Listener questions on options strategies, metrics for selling volatility, and the best ways to hedge risks are also addressed.   01:25 Welcome to The Advisor's Option 03:18 Meet the Hosts and Guests 07:06 Market Overview and Volatility Discussion 15:05 Earnings Volatility Report 20:38 Options 101: Strategies and Tips 28:21 The Buzz: Latest Developments in Options 31:48 Explosive Growth in the Options Market 32:20 New Generation of Options Traders 32:34 Innovations in Options Trading 33:42 ETF Strategies and Market Trends 36:54 Zero Day Options and Flex Options 41:22 Leveraged ETFs and High-Octane Trading 42:27 Office Hours: Answering Listener Questions 50:51 The Importance of Hedging for RIAs 55:27 Final Thoughts and Resources  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has ruled out ceding territory to Russia, and says a lasting peace deal cannot be secured without Ukraine. His remarks come ahead of a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump in Alaska later this week.

Trump Plans New Census Excluding Illegals After Dems Secured 20-30 House Seats From 2020 Census Overcount

Relief, joy, but also caution are among the reactions to the news that a buyer has been found for bankrupt Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt. We'll hear more about the US company that's now stepping into the driver's seat — and what it could mean for former employees.Plus: There's friction within the government over its new Israel policy — are they about real ideological differences, or has it got more to do with positioning ahead of the next election?

Jeffrey Epstein's so-called “deal of the century” wasn't earned—it was engineered. In 2008, despite facing evidence of molesting and trafficking dozens of underage girls, Epstein walked away with a sweetheart plea deal that saw him serve just 13 months in a private wing of the Palm Beach County jail. He was allowed to leave the facility six days a week for 12 hours a day under “work release,” even though his office visits were unsupervised and often involved young female visitors. The deal—brokered in secret—granted Epstein immunity not only for himself, but also for “any potential co-conspirators,” effectively shielding Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen, Nadia Marcinkova, and others from prosecution. Federal prosecutors didn't even notify the victims, a clear violation of the Crime Victims' Rights Act. This wasn't justice—it was protection, delivered by a system that bent the knee to wealth, influence, and possibly much darker forces.The man who publicly signed off on the deal was then–U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta, but he wasn't the architect—he was the middleman. The real decision to cut Epstein loose came from the very top of the Bush-era Justice Department: then–Attorney General Michael Mukasey and Deputy Attorney General Mark Filip. They quietly pulled the strings behind the scenes, elevating the matter above Acosta's authority and ensuring that Epstein's prosecution would be neutered. This wasn't about a weak local prosecutor making a bad call—it was a deliberate move by the most powerful legal officials in the country to shut down a case that risked exposing too much. Whether it was done to protect intelligence assets, political allies, or institutional reputations, the result was the same: Epstein got a free pass, his victims were betrayed, and the system showed the world that justice is selective, rigged, and for sale when the right names are involved.

Jeffrey Epstein's so-called “deal of the century” wasn't earned—it was engineered. In 2008, despite facing evidence of molesting and trafficking dozens of underage girls, Epstein walked away with a sweetheart plea deal that saw him serve just 13 months in a private wing of the Palm Beach County jail. He was allowed to leave the facility six days a week for 12 hours a day under “work release,” even though his office visits were unsupervised and often involved young female visitors. The deal—brokered in secret—granted Epstein immunity not only for himself, but also for “any potential co-conspirators,” effectively shielding Ghislaine Maxwell, Sarah Kellen, Nadia Marcinkova, and others from prosecution. Federal prosecutors didn't even notify the victims, a clear violation of the Crime Victims' Rights Act. This wasn't justice—it was protection, delivered by a system that bent the knee to wealth, influence, and possibly much darker forces.The man who publicly signed off on the deal was then–U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta, but he wasn't the architect—he was the middleman. The real decision to cut Epstein loose came from the very top of the Bush-era Justice Department: then–Attorney General Michael Mukasey and Deputy Attorney General Mark Filip. They quietly pulled the strings behind the scenes, elevating the matter above Acosta's authority and ensuring that Epstein's prosecution would be neutered. This wasn't about a weak local prosecutor making a bad call—it was a deliberate move by the most powerful legal officials in the country to shut down a case that risked exposing too much. Whether it was done to protect intelligence assets, political allies, or institutional reputations, the result was the same: Epstein got a free pass, his victims were betrayed, and the system showed the world that justice is selective, rigged, and for sale when the right names are involved.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Ghislaine Maxwell's nephew, Alexander Djerassi, landed a prominent role at the U.S. State Department during Hillary Clinton's tenure as Secretary of State—serving as chief of staff in the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, despite being in his mid-twenties with limited foreign policy experience. While establishment media rushed to frame the hiring as merit-based, citing his Ivy League background and campaign work, the optics are damning. This wasn't just any entry-level staffer; Djerassi was put in a powerful position overseeing sensitive Middle East matters at the very same time his aunt—deeply embedded in the Epstein trafficking machine—was under growing scrutiny.The more troubling angle is how quickly the story was dismissed by major outlets, with most brushing it off as a coincidence or irrelevant family trivia. But Djerassi's placement fits into a broader pattern of Epstein-world figures having shockingly easy access to elite institutions, even after the 2008 conviction that should have made Epstein and his circle political kryptonite. That a close relative of Ghislaine Maxwell could quietly ascend into a strategic federal role while Epstein was still leveraging his network speaks to how deep the rot may go—and how few in power were willing to ask uncomfortable questions when it counted. At best, it's a case of elite nepotism in motion. At worst, it's another example of how the Epstein ecosystem quietly seeped into the corridors of American power.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.thedailybeast.com/hillary-clinton-gave-state-department-job-to-epstein-madam-ghislaine-maxwells-nephew-says-reportBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

The White House secured commitments from big tech to create a digital health ecosystem, China’s Cyberspace Administration has security concerns over Nvidia's H20 chip, and Google is using AI to determine users' age. MP3 Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS Live ad-free. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none of thisContinue reading "The White House Secured Commitments From Big Tech To Create A Digital Health Ecosystem – DTH"

Ghislaine Maxwell's nephew, Alexander Djerassi, landed a prominent role at the U.S. State Department during Hillary Clinton's tenure as Secretary of State—serving as chief of staff in the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, despite being in his mid-twenties with limited foreign policy experience. While establishment media rushed to frame the hiring as merit-based, citing his Ivy League background and campaign work, the optics are damning. This wasn't just any entry-level staffer; Djerassi was put in a powerful position overseeing sensitive Middle East matters at the very same time his aunt—deeply embedded in the Epstein trafficking machine—was under growing scrutiny.The more troubling angle is how quickly the story was dismissed by major outlets, with most brushing it off as a coincidence or irrelevant family trivia. But Djerassi's placement fits into a broader pattern of Epstein-world figures having shockingly easy access to elite institutions, even after the 2008 conviction that should have made Epstein and his circle political kryptonite. That a close relative of Ghislaine Maxwell could quietly ascend into a strategic federal role while Epstein was still leveraging his network speaks to how deep the rot may go—and how few in power were willing to ask uncomfortable questions when it counted. At best, it's a case of elite nepotism in motion. At worst, it's another example of how the Epstein ecosystem quietly seeped into the corridors of American power.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.thedailybeast.com/hillary-clinton-gave-state-department-job-to-epstein-madam-ghislaine-maxwells-nephew-says-report

Hebrews 12 is written to encourage believers who are weary from suffering and doubt. This message reminds us that in every storm, God has not abandoned us. He is our unshakable foundation, shaping and securing us through Jesus.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Shaan Patel. Founder and CEO of Prep Expert, a leading online test prep company. The conversation explores Patel’s journey from struggling test-taker to perfect SAT scorer, bestselling author, and successful entrepreneur. He shares how his personal experience inspired a mission to help students unlock scholarship opportunities and academic success.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Shaan Patel. Founder and CEO of Prep Expert, a leading online test prep company. The conversation explores Patel’s journey from struggling test-taker to perfect SAT scorer, bestselling author, and successful entrepreneur. He shares how his personal experience inspired a mission to help students unlock scholarship opportunities and academic success.