The classic American mall is undergoing a dramatic transformation as real estate developers swap out dying department stores for apartments, ushering in an era where living at the mall could soon become a new norm.
Some U.S. developers are knocking down department stores like Macy’s or JCPenney and using the spaces and their parking lots to put up apartment buildings next to the mall or connected to it via walkways and green spaces. In other cases, they’ve built apartments inside of shuttered storefronts and other shopping center properties or gutted them altogether to make way for a mix of housing, retail, restaurants, outdoor spaces and experiences.
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“The mall is becoming cool again,” said Jacob Knudsen, the vice president of development for Macerich, which is currently redeveloping the FlatIron Crossing Mall in Broomfield, Colorado to add housing. “So being able to live by it, work by it, play by it, go to restaurants by it, we’re definitely seeing this as a trend.”
Rendering of the redeveloped FlatIron Crossing
Source: Macerich
Rendering of the redeveloped FlatIron Crossing
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This new version of the American mall comes as shopping centers across the country fight for survival and look to transformation to avoid extinction. It’s clear that consumers still enjoy shopping in person after the Covid pandemic, but the traditional anchor department store has been in decline since 2001 and is no longer the draw it once was.
As companies like Macy’s, JCPenney and Sears shrink or cease to exist altogether, real estate developers have been forced to get creative to repurpose those spaces, which typically take up at least half of a mall’s footprint.
Amazon distribution centers, pickleball courts and even an NHL training facility have all replaced big-box stores at American malls. But as the country contends with a housing crisis, the fastest growing use of these spaces is apartment complexes, real estate developers said. As of January 2022, at least 192 U.S. malls planned to add housing to their footprint, and at least 33 had constructed apartments since the pandemic began, according to Realogic, a real estate consulting firm. At least a dozen more apartment projects are underway at malls across the country, including in California, Florida, Arizona and Texas.
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“There’s just too much retail in the U.S,” said Oscar Parra, the principal of Pacific Retail Capital Partners’ Special Situations Group. “[It’s] like four times higher than any other nation … I don’t know of a market that needs a million square foot mall.”
A U.S. shopping mall with 1 million square feet could hold more than 17 football fields
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Parra, whose firm is building housing at the site of a former Carson’s department store at a mall outside of Chicago, pointed to a similar project underway at Westfield’s Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey — one of the largest and most lucrative malls in the U.S.
“They have excess land, instead of using it for retail, they’re putting in apartments,” said Parra. “They didn’t see value in adding more retail to one of the most productive malls on the planet and that’s a signal.”
For mall owners, the numbers make sense. While top-tier malls continue to be in high demand, nearly 34 million square feet of U.S. mall space is vacant and off the market. Most Americans live within an hour of a mall with a high vacancy rate or low consumer traffic — or is abandoned altogether.
A vacant escalator in the Shops at Sunset Place mall on April 07, 2021 in Miami, Florida.
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Add in the nationwide housing deficit of 4.5 million homes and it makes a trend that experts say is poised to continue. For developers, adding apartments can not only fill a need, but also bring people closer to their remaining retail stores and restaurants.
“Malls are an opportunity,” said Knudsen. “This is an opportunity to find land and have a built in customer base to get people into the mall.”
While living at the mall is a unique opportunity, it comes with challenges and hurdles. Construction costs are high, and developers need to navigate a maze of zoning laws and antiquated lease agreements to get projects off the ground because malls aren’t typically zoned for multifamily developments. Plus, the shape of a typical mall and department store almost always requires a complete teardown to bring in housing.
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It might seem easy enough to transform an old Macy’s store into a few dozen apartments, but given the shape of the building, it’s difficult to do in a way that gives every apartment access to natural light and air.
“What we’ve learned is it’s better to disconnect it from the mall, not in every case, right? If you’re very dense urban retail, then you might want to integrate [apartments] into the property itself and we’ve seen some examples of that,” said Parra. “But mostly the idea is, tear the box down… scrape it, get rid of it, and then create a little bit of a buffer between the mall and the [apartment building].”
What’s it like to live at the mall?
Apartments at U.S. malls aren’t everywhere yet. Many of the housing developments are still under construction and will start renting over the next few years, while others are just now opening their doors.
The Lafayette Square Mall in Indianapolis is slated to open 1,200 apartment units, including affordable housing in a former Sears building, beginning in 2025. The Paradise Valley Mall in Phoenix just opened up 400 luxury units on Nov. 15.
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While apartment development has picked up in recent years, housing at the mall has been around for at least a decade. Take The Arcade in Providence, Rhode Island – the oldest indoor shopping mall in the country. The shopping center, which had long been a focal point of Providence’s bustling downtown, fell on hard times after the Great Recession. By the end of the 2000s, it was completely vacant.
Passers-by walk through the the newly renovated Arcade mall, in Providence, R.I., Monday, Oct. 21, 2013.
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However, rather than letting the historic building fall into ruin, developers came in and built 48 micro units on the second and third floors. Dozens of tenants now live there, and real estate investors have bought other units to rent on Airbnb.
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“It’s cool to be part of such a historic building and knowing that every single one of these units used to be a shop of some kind,” said Amy Henion, a 33-year-old graphic designer who moved into The Arcade two years ago. “You have access to amenities that you don’t get if you’re just living in a home in a suburb, like, if I want to get my hair cut, I can walk downstairs and get my hair cut. If I want to pick up lunch, I don’t even have to leave the building, even if the weather outside is awful.”
Amy Henion, a graphic designer, said living at a mall is both unique and convenient
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Scott Sheehan, a 31-year-old tax advisor and real estate investor, purchased an apartment inside the mall for $250,000 in October so he can rent it out onAirbnb. He chose the space because of its proximity to the train station, airport and nearby Brown University, along with major employers like big financial firms.
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He estimates he can earn between $25,000 and $45,000 in revenue annually by renting the unit out to tourists.
“At the end of the day, it’s a unique experience,” said Sheehan. “It’s a great alternative to a hotel room.”
Scott Sheehan purchased an investment property at The Arcade and is renting it out on AirBnB
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The Grand Avenue Mall in Milwaukee, Wisconsin went through a similar renovation to add apartments that began in 2017. The once bustling shopping center in Milwaukee’s downtown was half empty by the end of the Great Recession and was later sold to developers, who began converting the space in the late 2010s. Dozens of apartments were opened up for rent in the last few years, and tenants now have access to amenities like a pickleball court, a “doggy wellness center” and a gym.
Shops Of Grand Avenue on September 20, 2014 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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“We’re on the fourth floor. It used to be the YMCA. So where our apartment unit is was like the weight room of the YMCA and our hallway that goes around the whole building used to be the track,” said John Borchardt, 40, who moved into the former Grand Avenue Mall three years ago with his wife and dog Rodger. “It still kind of looks like a mall on the second floor.”
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On that level, apartments were built inside of former storefronts. The units are unique but they also come with quirks. For example, they all have elaborate foyers with floor-to-ceiling windows, but those front rooms are also on full display to the public, which can create privacy concerns. Plus, some of the units don’t have windows because developers had to work with the storefront’s originally layout, said Borchardt.
Some apartments were built inside of former storefronts, which make for unique foyers that are on full display to the public.
Courtesy: John Borchardt
He said his unit, which does have windows, is in a different part of the complex and doesn’t have the same architectural challenges.
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Downstairs, he has access to a TJ Maxx and Foot Locker — the only remaining storefronts from the original mall — which he said is “super convenient” when he wants to take his dog shopping for new toys at the off-price store.
“He’s like a celebrity in the building. Everyone knows our dog. So it’s a very dog friendly space,” he said. “If it’s cold outside, or if it’s snowing or raining, we can walk the dog around, you know, like mall walkers back in the 90s or whatever, we can just walk around like five city blocks without ever going outside. It’s very cool.”
John Borchardt’s dog Rodger enjoys going for walks inside of the former Grand Avenye Mall and visiting TJ Maxx.
Courtesy: John Borchardt
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The former Grand Avenue Mall in Milwaukee is now home to dozens of apartments and a few retail shops
Courtesy: John Borchardt
A Kohl’s recently moved in and renovations are underway at different parts of the complex, said Borchardt. Plus, there’s the new food court, which has more than a dozen restaurants and is a draw for tourists, locals and building residents alike. Borchardt said the “very busy” area boasts separate dining areas and a self-serve beer tap with rotating brews.
While the renovated food court is convenient, Bordchardt said easy access is also “a little bit of a problem” because of how easy it is to avoid cooking.
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“We can just order online, pick it up. There’s ice cream down there. So it’s just a little too easy to get takeout,” he said. “But it’s really convenient to have, like, if we were ever snowed in we can survive without ever leaving the building for quite a while.”
The 3rd St. Market Hall is a modern day food court, open to building residents, locals and tourists
Courtesy: John Borchardt
Najla Kayyem, Pacific Retail’s executive vice president of marketing, said the ease of access is kind of the point.
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“It’s really services and amenities based so creating convenience for our residents at every corner, so that they don’t have to leave, and so that they can get all of their daily needs done within that shopping experience,” said Kayyem.
While it could take years to get there, Kayyem said living at the mall could one day be similar to vacationing at a resort, where everything is charged to one account using a centralized system.
“It’s tough when you have a mix of ownership groups, but ideally, you’re living somewhere and you have an account, and you can shop and dine and eat and buy things on your account,” said Kayyem. “That would be real, true, seamless integration to make it frictionless for someone to live there.”
— Additional reporting by DeLon Thornton and Shawn Baldwin
Coinbase has petitioned a U.S. appeals court to rule on whether or not the crypto trading activity on its platform should be subject to securities laws.
In a Tuesday court filing, lawyers for Coinbase urged the Second Circuit Court of Appeals to hear its case, arguing that it “presents the single best opportunity to decide the fundamental legal question of how to treat the secondary trading of digital assets.”
“This case cries out for the Court’s immediate attention,” lawyers for Coinbase wrote in their petition. “Whether secondary-market trading of digital assets falls within the federal securities laws is a question of immense importance to the crypto industry, consumers, financial institutions, and lower courts in need of guidance. This case presents an ideal vehicle to address that question and provide clear rules for this multi-trillion-dollar industry.”
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Coinbase argued that crypto trading on its platform should not actually trigger federal securities laws because secondary crypto transactions don’t meet all the prongs of the Howey test, the long-standing legal framework used to decide what qualifies as an “investment contract.” Because buyers and sellers on Coinbase’s platform are matched in a blind bid-ask system and are therefore anonymous to each other, there can be no common enterprise between them, the filing said.
The exchange’s petition comes two weeks after the Southern District of New York (SDNY) issued a rare stay in the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) case against Coinbase, allowing Coinbase time to appeal to a higher court for clarity.
The SEC sued Coinbase in June 2023 for allegedly acting as an unregistered securities exchange, broker and clearing agency. When Coinbase attempted to get the suit dismissed, the district court judge overseeing the case denied its motion, finding that the SEC had made a “plausible” argument that the exchange was violating federal securities laws. On Jan. 7, however, the judge punted the question to a higher court, writing “conflicting decisions on important legal issues necessitate the Second Circuit’s guidance.”
The SEC’s case against Coinbase will be put on pause while the exchange seeks answers from the Second Circuit.
“To date, the SEC has relied primarily on enforcement actions to regulate crypto retroactively and reactively, often adopting untested legal interpretations along the way,” the SEC said in a statement. “Clarity regarding who must register and practical solutions for those seeking to register, have been elusive. The result has been confusion about what is legal, which creates an environment hostile to innovation and conducive to fraud. The SEC can do better.”
Crude oil purchases by Indian Oil Corp. may shift as the new US sanctions on Russia affect supplies from Moscow. The sanctions may impact daily flows of as much as 2 million barrels to India and China, Arvinder Singh Sahney, chairman of India’s third-largest company by revenue, told Bloomberg Television on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. (Source: Bloomberg)
Cryptocurrency has evolved significantly since the launch of Bitcoin in 2009. Initially viewed as a digital currency for speculation and investment, crypto has expanded its reach into various sectors, creating unique opportunities that go far beyond just trading. Today, cryptocurrency is shaping new industries, offering innovative solutions to everyday problems, and providing creative ways for individuals to engage with technology.
1. Charitable Donations and Fundraising
Cryptocurrency is making waves in the world of philanthropy, offering a new way for individuals and organizations to donate to causes they care about. Crypto donations are becoming increasingly popular, as they offer several advantages over traditional charitable giving methods. One of the biggest benefits is that cryptocurrency donations are often faster and cheaper than traditional payment methods, as they bypass intermediaries like banks and payment processors.
Cryptocurrency also allows for greater transparency in donations. Since blockchain technology is public and immutable, charitable organizations can track how funds are being spent, ensuring that donations go directly to the intended cause. This level of transparency builds trust between donors and organizations, making it easier for people to feel confident in their contributions.
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2. Crypto Gaming
Cryptocurrency is transforming the gaming industry, offering new ways for players to earn rewards and enjoy secure, fast transactions. In play-to-earn (P2E) games, players can earn cryptocurrency or NFTs by participating in in-game activities, allowing them to monetize their time and efforts. These games are built on decentralized networks that ensure transparency and security, with rewards tied to the value of digital assets, which can be traded or used for in-game purchases.
Online crypto casinos are also growing in popularity, enabling players to deposit and withdraw cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. This provides faster transactions, increased privacy, and a more secure experience than traditional payment methods. Bitcoin casinos offer a wide variety of games, from blackjack to slots, with live dealer options available. With exclusive bonuses and lower fees, crypto casinos are quickly becoming the preferred choice for many players.
3. Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
Cryptocurrency has introduced a new era of decentralized finance (DeFi), a system that allows users to lend, borrow, and earn interest on their digital assets without the need for traditional intermediaries like banks. DeFi platforms leverage blockchain technology to create open, permissionless financial services that are accessible to anyone with an internet connection.
Through DeFi, individuals can participate in activities such as yield farming, staking, and liquidity provision. Yield farming allows users to earn passive income by lending their cryptocurrency to others in exchange for interest, while staking involves locking up digital assets in a network to support its security in exchange for rewards. Liquidity provision involves adding funds to a decentralized exchange (DEX) to facilitate trades and earn a share of the transaction fees.
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4. Tokenizing Real-World Assets
Another innovative application of cryptocurrency is the tokenization of real-world assets. Tokenization refers to the process of converting ownership of real-world assets—like real estate, art, or even stocks—into virtual tokens that can be traded via the blockchain. These tokens represent ownership or a stake in the underlying asset and can be bought, sold, or exchanged with greater ease.
For example, a real estate property could be tokenized, with each token representing a fractional share of the property. Investors can then buy or sell these tokens without needing to go through traditional property buying or selling processes, which can be time-consuming and costly. Tokenization opens up investment opportunities to a wider audience, allowing individuals to invest in assets that were previously out of reach due to high entry costs.
5. Digital Identity and Authentication
Cryptocurrency and blockchain technology are also paving the way for more secure and privacy-focused digital identities. With concerns over data privacy and security becoming increasingly prevalent, blockchain-based identity solutions are gaining traction. These decentralized digital identities give individuals greater control over their personal information and reduce the risk of data breaches.
Blockchain-powered digital identity systems can be used for a variety of purposes, including secure login processes, online voting, and identity verification in financial services. By using cryptographic methods to secure personal data, these systems allow users to authenticate their identity without relying on centralized institutions or risking their sensitive information being compromised.
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6. Tokenized Rewards and Loyalty Programs
Loyalty programs have long been a staple of consumer engagement, but cryptocurrency is now transforming how rewards and incentives are offered. Brands are exploring ways to tokenize loyalty points, offering customers cryptocurrency-based rewards that can be redeemed across multiple platforms. These tokens can also be traded or sold, adding value to the loyalty program beyond simple discounts or gifts.
By tokenizing rewards, businesses create a more flexible, transparent, and transferable incentive system that benefits both customers and companies. Customers can earn tokens for purchasing products, sharing content, or engaging with brands, and these tokens can then be used to access special perks, products, or experiences within a decentralized ecosystem.
Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
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Scale AI is facing its third lawsuit over alleged labor practices in just over a month, this time from workers claiming they suffered psychological trauma from reviewing disturbing content without adequate safeguards.
Scale, which was valued at $13.8 billion last year, relies on workers it categorizes as contractors to do tasks like rating AI model responses.
Earlier this month, a former worker sued alleging she was effectively paid below the minimum wage and misclassified as a contractor. A complaint alleging similar issues was also filed in December 2024.
This latest complaint, filed January 17 in the Northern District of California, is a class action complaint that focuses on the psychological harms allegedly suffered by six people who worked on Scale’s platform Outlier.
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The plaintiffs claim they were forced to write disturbing prompts about violence and abuse — including child abuse — without proper psychological support, suffering retaliation when they sought mental health counsel. They say they were misled about the job’s nature during hiring and ended up with mental health issues like PTSD due to their work. They are seeking the creation of a medical monitoring program along with new safety standards, plus unspecified damages and attorney fees.
One of the plaintiffs, Steve McKinney, is the lead plaintiff in that separate December 2024 complaint against Scale. The same law firm, Clarkson Law Firm of Malibu, California, is representing plaintiffs in both complaints.
Clarkson Law Firm previously filed a class action suit against OpenAI and Microsoft over allegedly using stolen data — a suit that was dismissed after being criticized by a district judge for its length and content. Referencing that case, Joe Osborne, a spokesperson for Scale AI, criticized Clarkson Law Firm and said Scale plans “to defend ourselves vigorously.”
“Clarkson Law Firm has previously — and unsuccessfully — gone after innovative tech companies with legal claims that were summarily dismissed in court. A federal court judge found that one of their previous complaints was ‘needlessly long’ and contained ‘largely irrelevant, distracting, or redundant information,’” Osborne told TechCrunch.
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Osborne said that Scale complies with all laws and regulations and has “numerous safeguards in place” to protect its contributors like the ability to opt-out at any time, advanced notice of sensitive content, and access to health and wellness programs. Osborne added that Scale does not take on projects that may include child sexual abuse material.
In response, Glenn Danas, partner at Clarkson Law Firm, told TechCrunch that Scale AI has been “forcing workers to view gruesome and violent content to train these AI models” and has failed to ensure a safe workplace.
“We must hold these big tech companies like Scale AI accountable or workers will continue to be exploited to train this unregulated technology for profit,” Danas said.
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Meme coins like SHIB and PEPE are fading as Rexas Finance, under $0.50, emerges as the leading choice for 2025.
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Meme coins like Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Pepe coin (PEPE), which first gained popularity with their viral appeal and community-driven expansion, have helped to define the crypto industry. But the days of depending on memes might be fading as investors pay more attention to tokens of great use.
Under $0.50, one new project, Rexas Finance (RXS), is poised to surpass SHIB and PEPE as the cryptocurrency of choice for 2025. This utility-packed coin is positioned here to lead the next bull cycle.
The rise and challenges of meme coins
Shiba Inu and Pepe coin showed the force of community enthusiasm in the crypto market. Making advantage of the meme coin boom in 2021, SHIB gave early investors exponential returns. Like PEPE, which attracted interest in 2023 with its internet culture appeal and humor-driven marketing, Both initiatives have challenges maintaining their pace despite their initial accomplishments.
While Pepe Coin’s reliance on virality raises issues regarding long-term value, Shiba Inu has battled to increase the meaning of its ecosystem significantly. As the market ages, investors increasingly choose projects with clear uses and expansion prospects.
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Introducing Rexas Finance: The next big thing under $0.50
Redefining what it means to be a cryptocurrency in 2025 is Rexas Finance. Unlike sentimentally driven meme coins, RXS is based on practical use and emphasizes tokenizing valuable assets utilizing innovative technologies like its Rexas GenAI platform. At $0.20 in its 12th presale round, Rexas Finance attracted almost $41.5 million and sold 427.6 million tokens, indicating great investor confidence.
Recently, the project polled its members to choose a further presale round and a $0.25 listing price. With June 19, 2025, as its debut date, RXS is ready to hit the ground running once it becomes available.
Utility beyond hype: What makes RXS unique?
Rexas Finance appeals mostly because of its dedication to addressing practical issues. Its tokenization system lets users fractionalize ownership of precious assets like fine art and real estate, democratizing access to once-off investment prospects.
The Rexas GenAI system allows users to produce and oversee tokens with little technical knowledge. This instrument reduces the barrier to entry for companies and individuals wishing to employ blockchain technology, increasing the range of uses for RXS. Rexas Finance is miles ahead of meme coins like SHIB and PEPE, which lack comparable functional ecosystems — this mix ofunique features and utility places.
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Strong community backing and momentum
Community involvement has greatly aided Rexas Finance ‘s success. Its holder community explicitly decided to include a further presale round and increase the listing price, demonstrating great investor participation.
This cooperative approach has created enthusiasm and trust among the participants, thus separating RXS from its rivals. Furthermore, Rexas Finance’s listing on CoinMarketCap and CoinGecko is increasing its profile and legitimacy in the crypto market. As the initiative prepares for formal introduction, this early exposure will inspire greater acceptance.
How RXS compares to SHIB and PEPE
While SHIB and PEPE mostly depend on community excitement, RXS combines community strength with a strong technological basis. This double method helps one be more suited to provide long-term value and withstand changes in the market.
For example:
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Shiba Inu: Driven mostly by its meme reputation, SHIB has battled to grow its ecosystem outside of staking and with a small ShibaSwap platform.
Pepe Coin: PEPE has profited from internet culture but lacks innovation or practical value to keep expanding.
Rexas Finance is a complete investment opportunity with a fully developed ecosystem, including tokenizing tools, AI-powered features, and real-world applications.
Why RXS could dominate 2025
Projects with strong foundations, creative ideas, and engaged communities should be rewarded in the 2025 bull market. By meeting all these criteria, RXS positions itself as a major competitor for significant expansion. With a listing price of $0.25 and a presale price of $0.20, Rexas Finance is accessible to investors looking for high-growth prospects. According to analysts, its real-world use cases and innovative characteristics might push its value dramatically, possibly surpassing meme coins and even established companies in the market.
Conclusion: A new leader for 2025
Although Shiba Inu and Pepe Coin have made their mark in crypto history, tokens like Rexas Finance — which blends creativity, utility, and great community involvement — have their future. Projects with clear value propositions are more likely to thrive as the market changes; RXS drives the change. Rexas Finance offers an unmatched opportunity for those seeking to turn small investments into significant returns. With its emphasis on practical applications and a June 19, 2025 debut date, RXS is poised to compete with and surpass SHIB and PEPE. For those looking for the next great thing under $0.50, Rexas Finance might be the solution they’ve been waiting for.
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India’s IT and Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw speaks to Bloomberg on the outlook of the Indian economy, and the impact President Trump and a potential trade war with China could have on India’s technology industry. He also shared the government’s plans to modernize the country’s extensive railway network with Menaka Doshi at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. (Source: Bloomberg)
Ethereum price is struggling below the $3,400 resistance. ETH is showing a few bearish signs and might decline below the $3,150 support.
Ethereum failed to gain pace for a close above $3,350 and $3,400.
The price is trading below $3,300 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average.
There was a break below a key contracting triangle with support at $3,270 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken).
The pair could start another increase if it stays above the $3,120 support level.
Ethereum Price Breaks Support
Ethereum price started a decent upward move from the $3,220 level but upsides were limited compared to Bitcoin. ETH cleared the $3,300 resistance before the bears appeared.
A high was formed at $3,361 and the price is now moving lower. There was a move below the $3,250 and $3,220 support levels. Besides, there was a break below a key contracting triangle with support at $3,270 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD.
A low was formed at $3,201 and the price is now consolidating. Ethereum price is now trading below $3,300 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. On the upside, the price seems to be facing hurdles near the $3,280 level or the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,363 swing high to the $3,201 low.
The first major resistance is near the $3,300 level or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,363 swing high to the $3,201 low. The main resistance is now forming near $3,350.
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A clear move above the $3,350 resistance might send the price toward the $3,450 resistance. An upside break above the $3,450 resistance might call for more gains in the coming sessions. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $3,550 resistance zone or even $3,580 in the near term.
More Losses In ETH?
If Ethereum fails to clear the $3,300 resistance, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $3,200 level. The first major support sits near the $3,150.
A clear move below the $3,150 support might push the price toward the $3,120 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $3,050 support level in the near term. The next key support sits at $3,000.
Technical Indicators
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Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is gaining momentum in the bearish zone.
Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now below the 50 zone.
A new ‘Circle to Search’ trick is available on Samsung’s latest Galaxy phones
It lets you sing or hum songs that you want to identify
The feature worked well in our early hands-on demos
Sure, Shazam and the Google Assistant, or even Gemini, can help you identify a song that’s playing in a coffee shop or while you’re out and about. But what about that tune you have stuck in your head that you’re desperate to put a name to?
Suffice it to say, that’s not a problem I have for anything by Springsteen, but it does happen for other songs, and Samsung’s latest and greatest – the Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, and S25 Ultra – might just be able to cure this. It’s courtesy of the latest expansion of Google’s Circle to Search on devices.
Launched on the Galaxy S24 last year and then expanded to other devices like Google’s own family of Pixel phones, you can long press at the bottom and then circle something on the screen to figure out what it is or find out more.
For instance, it could be a fun hat within a TikTok or Instagram Reel video, a snazzy button down, or even more info on a concert happening or a location like San Jose – where Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked took place.
Circle to Search for songs
(Image credit: Future/Jacob Krol)
Now, though, when you long-press the home button – or engage the assistant in another way – you’ll see a music note icon.
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From there, you can just start singing as Google will tell you it is listening. I as well as my colleague, TechRadar’s Editor-at-Large Lance UIanoff, then hummed two tracks – “Hot To Go” by Chapell Roan, which the Galaxy S25 Ultra took tries to identify it properly – and then it got “Fly Me To The Moon” (a classic) on its first try.
While Lance did have to hum a good bit, it did in fact figure out what that song inside our head was, and this could make the latest facet of Circle to Search a pretty handy function. It will, of course, also do the job of Shazam and listen to whatever is playing when you select it via the microphone built into your device as well.
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Further, you can use it to circle a video on screen and figure out what was playing – as you can see in the hands-on embed below, it was able to do this for a TikTok. That ultimately doesn’t seem quite as helpful given a video on TikTok – or an Instagram Reel – will note the audio it is using. But this could be particularly useful for a long YouTube video that uses a variety of background music or if you’re streaming a title and can’t figure out the song.
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Google’s latest tool expansion for Circle to Search will be available from day one on the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra, but it’s worth pointing out that the search giant – turned AI giant – has been teasing this feature for a bit, and some even found it hiding in existing code. After our demo of it on the S25 Ultra, we had a hunch it would arrive elsewhere and it should be arriving on other devices with Circle to Search.
As for when it will arrive on the Galaxy S24, Z Flip 6, or Z Fold 6, that remains to be seen, and we’re also wondering that same question for Samsung’s other new Galaxy AI features. And if you’re keen to learn more about the Galaxy S25 family, check out our hands-on and our Galaxy S25 live blog for the event.
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