Articles by Niloy Chakrabarti

Niloy has over six years of experience writing articles on personal finance and cybersecurity for global publications. He is driven to help people make well-informed financial decisions by breaking down complex financial concepts, offering the latest insights on emerging economies, and capturing new market trends.

Jerome Powell 'Fatigued' and Facing Resignation Rumours Over Controversial $2.5B Fed Palace Overhaul

US Fed chair Jerome Powell continues to face mounting pressure to step down amid scrutiny into whether he was truthful to Congress about the Fed's 'Palace of Versailles' renovation to its headquarters in Washington, DC.

Jul 15, 2025 9:34 AM EDT


80% of 5.8M Delinquent US Student Loan Borrowers Could Reach Default Status in Months

Around 31% or 5.8 million of US student loan borrowers with outstanding debt are in late-stage delinquency, and over 80% of them could reach a default status by September, facing risks of wage garnishment and credit score declines.

Jun 27, 2025 8:48 AM EDT


US Social Security Retirement Age Raised to 67 Starting 2026—What Does This Mean for You?

Amendments to the Social Security Act decades ago ensured that the retirement age rises by two-month increments annually, and it reached 67 for those turning 65 in 2026 and after.

Jun 26, 2025 8:15 AM EDT


Social Security Trust Funds to Run Dry 1 Year Earlier Than Projected; Benefits to Drop by 19%

The Social Security Board of Trustees said in an annual report that Social Security Trust Funds, comprising Old-Age and Survivors Insurance and Disability Insurance, will have revenue to pay all scheduled benefits only until 2034, which is one year earlier than previous projections.

Jun 25, 2025 11:57 AM EDT


Marjorie Taylor Greene Buys Stocks Focusing on Tech, Energy, and a Biotech Firm That Recently Received FDA Approval for HIV Drug

US Congress member Marjorie Taylor Greene purchased shares of Adobe, Netflix, Snowflake, ServiceNow, NextEra Energy, and Gilead Sciences on 6th June.

Jun 20, 2025 9:08 AM EDT


Celebrity With $1B Net Worth Is Borrowing Mum's Money To Pay For His Wedding: Here's The Smart Reason Why

Leading content creator MrBeast recently said he plans to borrow money from his mother to help pay for his wedding with YouTuber Thea Booysen, despite having a net worth of over $1 billion.

Jun 03, 2025 10:39 AM EDT


Investors Follow Warren Buffett to Ramp Ultrashort Treasury Bets as Longer-Term Bills Face Volatility

Investors are piling cash into short-term US T-bills with stable yields as market jitters driven by tariffs and federal deficits affect the long end outlook.

Jun 02, 2025 12:18 PM EDT


Queensland Man Delays Claiming $1M Lottery Winnings For a Month Thinking it Wasn't Real

A Queensland man couldn't believe he had won over $1 million in a lottery draw. He took over a month to accept the reality and finally claim his winnings.

May 27, 2025 12:37 PM EDT


Hawk Tuah Girl Hailey Welch Talks About FBI and SEC Interrogation Over Crypto Lawsuit

The FBI visited Haliey Welch's family members, and she was interrogated by the bureau and the SEC over the HAWK meme coin crypto scandal before the institutions cleared her from the case.

May 21, 2025 8:32 AM EDT


Michael Burry Sells Entire Portfolio Except One Stock in Q1; Places $186M Put Calls on Nvidia, China Stocks

Scion Asset Management CEO Michael Burry sold his entire portfolio in Q1 but doubled down on a beauty giant. He also placed massive put calls on China tech stocks.

May 19, 2025 8:44 AM EDT


Berkshire Hathaway Dumps Banking Stocks in Q1, Sells All Shares of Crypto-Linked Nu Holdings, Citigroup

Berkshire Hathaway's Warren Buffett disposed of all shares of Brazilian bank Nu Holdings, Citigroup, and over £1.61 billion worth of Bank of America shares in Q1.

May 16, 2025 8:10 AM EDT


Warren Buffett Sells $168M in Davita Shares One Day Before Dialysis Provider Hit by Lawsuit

Berkshire Hathaway chair Warren Buffett sold over a million shares of DaVita worth £126.23 million on 8th May, a day before the dialysis service provider was sued by an employee benefits plan.

May 14, 2025 8:56 AM EDT


Warren Buffett Reveals His Best Investment Tip For High Inflation — And It's Not What You Think

Berkshire Hathaway chair Warren Buffett believes investing in knowledge and self-betterment can unlock growth opportunities. He sees real estate as a good investment option during periods of high inflation.

May 13, 2025 12:37 PM EDT


Microsoft Co-Founder Bill Gates Decides To Give Away 99% of His Wealth via Foundation by 2045

Bill Gates wrote in a recent blog post that he plans to give away 99% of his £127 billion fortune over the next two decades via the Gates Foundation.

May 13, 2025 8:45 AM EDT


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