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Vanguard has hired a Head of Digital Assets as crypto majors decline due to the U.S. military strike on Iran ending a ceasefire. A meme coin frenzy is occurring on the Robinhood chain.

Vanguard is hiring a head of digital assets to lead its strategy for tokenization, stablecoins, blockchain infrastructure, and client-facing products. The move comes after years of crypto skepticism from the asset manager.

Vanguard, a major asset manager, has begun searching for a head of digital assets to develop its strategy in cryptocurrency and blockchain-based finance. The role involves evaluating areas like tokenization, stablecoins, and digital wallets, though Vanguard has not announced plans to launch its own crypto investment products.

Vanguard, a multi-trillion-dollar asset manager, is hiring a crypto executive to lead its digital assets strategy for personal wealth clients and engage with regulators.

Vanguard has begun searching for a digital assets leader, signaling a shift in its approach to cryptocurrency. The move indicates the firm's evolving strategy toward digital assets.

Ikom lawyers in Cross River State raised N18m to rebuild a dilapidated High Court that has been neglected by the state government. The courtrooms suffer from leaking roofs, cracked walls, and deteriorated infrastructure.

BlackRock and Vanguard ETFs have shown divergent performance amid a 170% rally driven by AI-related gains in Samsung Electronics Co. and SK Hynix Inc., which contributed to a surge in South Korea's Kospi benchmark index over the past year.

Trump Accounts, a new custodial IRA for children under 18, launched on the Fourth of July. The Treasury Department will invest contributions in the State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 ETF (SPYM) by default, aligning with Warren Buffett's advocacy for S&P 500 index funds. Eligible children born between 2025 and 2028 receive an initial $1,000, and contributions can come from multiple sources including employers and philanthropists.

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has declared 'Never Again' as the message for the 2026 Asaba Memorial Anniversary, warning Nigeria must learn from its civil war history to prevent repetition.

Torrential rainfall lasting over 12 hours submerged property and roads in Lagos, halting commercial activities, vehicular movement, and causing floods that damaged homes.

37 children are still missing after an attack on Government Day Secondary School in Lassa, Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State, according to parents of the students.

Nigeria has not conducted a population and housing census for 20 years, leading to governance challenges due to the lack of an official population count. The country remains one of Africa's largest populations without updated demographic data.

The Nigerian Senate passed a bill to increase the Nigeria Police Trust Fund allocation from 0.5% to 1% of the Federation Account revenue. The move aims to strengthen police funding, improve operational capacity, and enhance personnel welfare.

A suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) detonated beneath a parked vehicle in Lagos' Oke Mushin area, injuring the vehicle's owner and causing panic among residents.

An attack on Kawel village in Mushere District of Bokkos Local Government Area in Plateau State, Nigeria, killed 19 people and injured several others. The incident is reported by Vanguard.

Torrential rainfall and a windstorm on Saturday night destroyed farmlands and shops in Abakaliki and Akpoha Community in Afikpo North Local Government Area (LGA) of Ebonyi State, Nigeria.

Nigerians living in the United Kingdom are frustrated with challenges in renewing international passports and obtaining new ones for their children, citing the process as increasingly cumbersome despite recent reforms by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). The group has urged the Interior Minister to address the issue.

Retired military officers and associates of the late Major General Rabe Abubakar have warned against blaming the North for Nigeria's insecurity, stating that terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping are nationwide threats. They emphasize the need to address these issues collectively rather than through ethnic divisions.

A 55-year-old planning to retire in six years considers switching to a Roth 401(k). Vanguard reports that participation in Roth workplace plans remains low.

Women save a higher portion of their paychecks for retirement compared to men but have lower 401(k) balances. This disparity is attributed to factors like wage gaps, where women earn less than men.

Vanguard's 2026 report shows the average 401(k) balance is $167,970, but the median is $44,115, insufficient for retirement. Hardship withdrawals increased to 6% of participants, highlighting inequality and systemic issues in retirement savings. Plan design, not individual choices, determines savings outcomes.

Thasunda Brown Duckett, CEO of TIAA, has expanded the company's retirement offerings and secured a partnership with Vanguard to provide guaranteed lifetime income annuities, growing TIAA's assets to $1.5 trillion. She emphasizes strategies for balancing life roles and modernizing retirement solutions during her leadership since the pandemic.

Vanguard's Wang discusses the economic impact of the Iran-US deal. The article focuses on analysis of potential economic implications arising from the agreement.

Hardship withdrawals from 401(k) plans reached a record high in 2025, with 6% of participants using this option amid rising inflation and living costs. Experts warn of significant financial costs and recommend alternatives like loans or credit cards. The IRS and employers govern strict rules for qualifying needs, including medical expenses, education costs, and home purchases.

Vanguard has ended BlackRock’s 20-year dominance in the US ETF market. The shift marks a change in leadership within the exchange-traded fund industry.

A third suspected US strike this week hit the Indian-crewed asphalt tanker Jalveer off Oman's port of Shinas, causing a fire near its engine room and funnel. All 20 Indian crew members were reported safe, with evacuation coordinated by the Royal Navy of Oman. The incident follows two prior strikes on Indian-crewed tankers in the region, with British maritime companies suggesting the fire may be linked to US operations targeting Iranian ports.

The South African government has imposed a five-year travel ban on 268 Nigerians cleared for repatriation after declaring them illegal residents. The ban targets individuals who overstayed their legal status in South Africa.

A 23-year-old female returnee from Libya, Endurance Daniel, recounted that she and other migrants drank their urine to survive due to lack of water in the desert, as reported by Vanguard.

Demola Olarewaju, Special Assistant to Atiku Abubakar, criticized Tinubu's administration for economic hardship, suggesting it makes Buhari appear favorable.

The article outlines short-term investment options including certificates of deposit (CDs) with FDIC insurance but early withdrawal penalties, high-yield online savings accounts with liquidity and insurance, money market mutual funds with lower yields, stable-value funds within retirement plans, and I Bonds that adjust for inflation. Each option has trade-offs between yield, liquidity, and risk.

Three people are feared dead and 35 injured after a train derailment occurred in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area, Delta State, Nigeria. The incident involved the Warri-Itakpe train.

An Oyo principal abducted in Nigeria is speaking from captivity, pleading with Nigerians to secure their freedom. The principal warns against playing politics with people's lives.

Somali referee Omar Artan, set to be the first official from his country to officiate at a FIFA World Cup, was denied entry into the United States ahead of the tournament.

Vanguard's Malloy states that municipal bond yields are enhancing the second-half outlook.

President Bola Tinubu has vowed that his administration will not surrender to terrorism, banditry, or criminal intimidation and pledged to intensify efforts to alleviate economic hardship in Nigeria.

Baby Boomers hold significant wealth and power in America but many are financially unprepared for retirement, facing anxiety over outliving their savings. Structural issues like housing affordability and economic mobility challenges, combined with health risks and market uncertainties, trap many Boomers in unaffordable homes and jobs they cannot quit.

The Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Muhammad Samaila Mera, has urged residents to legally acquire weapons to defend against bandit attacks. The call comes amid persistent insecurity in the region.

The Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Muhammad Samaila Mera, urged residents to legally acquire weapons to defend against bandit attacks. The call comes amid persistent insecurity in the region.

Suspected gunmen abducted a nine-year-old boy, Olaosebikan Victor, during a midnight attack in Ugbosi Quarters, Idogun, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State. The attack targeted the boy, who is the son of a clerical figure.

The article poses a hypothetical scenario questioning whether Vanguard's 'Va-Va-VOOm' might follow the path of Ferdinand de Magellan. It references an illustration depicting Magellan's crew swearing allegiance to him after an unsuccessful mutiny.