Bogota Savings Bank and GSL Savings Bank have agreed to merge, combining their assets to reach approximately $1 billion by the second half of 2026. The merger will see GSL's CEO Frank Giancola become Executive Vice President and COO of Bogota. Depositors of GSL will gain the same rights as Bogota depositors, and Bogota Financial will issue shares to GSL's mutual holding company based on an independent appraisal. The merger aims to enhance community banking services, expand branch locations, and offer a broader range of products while preserving local relationships. The deal has been approved by all boards and awaits regulatory approval, with expected positive impacts on Bogota Financial's earnings and book value.
Arthur Hayes reversed his crypto strategy by purchasing over $3.7 million worth of Ethereum after selling 6,000 ETH at a loss of about $606,000 just weeks prior. This move follows his pattern of bold crypto trades and quick exits, which have drawn cr...
A bitcoin wallet that had been inactive since 2017 moved its entire holding of 5,908 BTC, now worth about $383 million, to a new, unidentified address. The coins were originally bought near bitcoin's 2017 peak at around $16,000 each and have gained r...
Zcash (ZEC) is approaching the $600 mark after breaking out of a multi-week consolidation, showing strong bullish momentum. The price has surpassed key moving averages and resistance levels, supported by healthy trading volume and positive technical ...
The US will impose a 25% tariff on most imports from Brazil starting July 22, following a yearlong investigation into alleged unfair trade practices by Brazil. The tariffs target issues such as Brazil's demands on US tech firms to remove political co...
Ethereum is gaining strength, trading near $1,920 after surpassing its 26-day and 50-day EMAs, signaling renewed buying interest. The next key resistance is the 100-day EMA at around $1,944; a daily close above this could lead Ethereum toward the 200...
