Heyo, reader! We hope you’re having a good Wednesday morning!

2️⃣ This Morning’s Two Reports:

• 🔍 Julian Assange's Extradition Battle: What You Need to Know

• 📺 Walmart Snaps Up Vizio for $2.3B

📊 Market Snapshot

• DOW: 🔽 0.17% (38,563.80)

• S&P 500:  🔽 0.60% (4,975.51)

• NASDAQ: 🔽 0.92% (15,630.78)

• BTC: 🔼 1.16% (52,389.70)

• ETH: 🔼 2.37% (3,015.22)

_{*Stock numbers as of market close, cryptocurrency as of 6:10pm EST yesterday.}

First Report

🔍 Julian Assange's Extradition Battle: What You Need to Know

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's marathon against extradition sees a critical phase in the UK, as London's High Court weighs the possibility of further appeals. This hearing is a key juncture in Assange's years-long legal battle to avoid extradition to the US, where he is accused under the Espionage Act for the 2010 release of classified documents related to the US wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Assange's case, marked by controversies over freedom of the press, espionage, and his personal liberty, has sparked global debates. His involvement with WikiLeaks made him a notorious figure, highlighting significant leaks such as the "Collateral Murder" footage and the DNC emails during the 2016 US election, further complicating his legal and public narrative. 🌐📰

TL;DR ⏳: Assange's extradition decision could set a precedent for press freedom and government secrecy.

Second Report

📺 Walmart Snaps Up Vizio for $2.3B

Walmart is making a bold leap into the smart TV market by acquiring Vizio for a whopping $2.3 billion, aiming to enhance its advertising venture and square off against Amazon's dominance. This strategic move not only boosts Walmart's portfolio but shakes up the competitive landscape, particularly impacting Roku, which saw its stock drop nearly 7% following the announcement. Vizio, known for its affordable yet innovative smart TVs, has seen its value soar, with shares jumping 16% post-announcement. The acquisition is poised to transform Walmart's reach, offering new advertising avenues on Vizio's platforms to its massive customer base. 🛒💡

TL;DR ⏳: Walmart's acquisition of Vizio for $2.3 billion marks a significant shift in the retail and smart TV industries.

📜 The Corner

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Sidenotes out of the way, let's head back to the primary line-up! 🫡✨

⚡ Quick Hits

1. 🔒 Franke and Hildebrandt get up to 30 years for child abuse

2. 🔫 Kansas City Super Bowl rally shooting leads to 2 murder charges

3. 🏫 Colorado university shooting arrest after 2 killed

4. 🗳️ Nikki Haley committed to South Carolina primary until the end

5. ⚖️ Supreme Court declines to review Thomas Jefferson school admissions

6. 🏛️ Eric Hovde joins Wisconsin Senate race against Tammy Baldwin

7. ✋ US blocks UN resolution for Gaza ceasefire

8. 🚀 Houthi missile likely downed US drone in Yemen, says official

9. 🚢 Taiwan repels Chinese coast guard boat amid island tensions

10. 💼 Cox Communications overturns $1 billion copyright verdict

Games

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