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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
'Take the money' for 'squad player' Morris - or keep him?
We asked for your views on Shayden Morris being linked with a move to Luton Town, and whether or not you would like to keep him or see him go. Here's what some of you said: Steve: Most Aberdeen fans would agree that we'd like Morris to stay. But, I don't think we as fans can influence the Aberdeen board or manager in a situation like this. Just look at last season with Bojan Miovski. Every player has his price, some more valuable than others. Does Morris himself see his future away from Aberdeen, or will he try and hold Aberdeen to ransom by informing them he won't sign another contract? Then again, do you take the money and run, then buy a replacement with the proceeds of his transfer? With what will be a difficult season ahead, Europe and domestic football to cope with, it will be a very difficult decision the Aberdeen hierarchy have to make. Allan: If you can get close to £1m for what effectively is a semi-decent squad player, and considering we have a few more speedy wingers, I would say thanks for your efforts and take the money. Arch: It would be good to keep such a talented player but a shame to lose him for nothing next year. He's too good for League One, so Luton are unlikely to reach a sensible offer. However, others with more realistic ambitions and budgets will probably want him. He'll probably go somewhere, the board just have to get the right price. David: Take the money! Morris had a good season but he's a one-trick pony and teams will have worked out how to stop him. He wasn't a regular starter and is unlikely to be one this season either. The money will be useful in the search for a decent striker. Malky: The curious case of Shady Mo. Shayden is clearly a confident player, a man who Neil Warnock embarrassed, and perhaps rightly so at the time. He is now somewhat of a hero. I would hate to see him leave, there's a player there who can make the difference, but is he a 90-minute player yet? You would have to say no, but he most definitely has the potential. I would hope the club are only moving on players for the correct price. For me, we still need him and I would hope he signs a contract instead of moving on. I know there's still time, but I'm slightly more concerned about our lack of additions up front. We can't just go into the season with Ester Sokler and Kusini Yengi! Chris: I don't think we should sell him. Let him have another season scoring goals and setting up chances, then maybe he'll be worth lots more.
BBC News
2 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
'Take the money' for 'squad player' Morris - or keep him?
We asked for your views on Shayden Morris being linked with a move to Luton Town, and whether or not you would like to keep him or see him what some of you said:Steve: Most Aberdeen fans would agree that we'd like Morris to stay. But, I don't think we as fans can influence the Aberdeen board or manager in a situation like this. Just look at last season with Bojan Miovski. Every player has his price, some more valuable than others. Does Morris himself see his future away from Aberdeen, or will he try and hold Aberdeen to ransom by informing them he won't sign another contract? Then again, do you take the money and run, then buy a replacement with the proceeds of his transfer? With what will be a difficult season ahead, Europe and domestic football to cope with, it will be a very difficult decision the Aberdeen hierarchy have to If you can get close to £1m for what effectively is a semi-decent squad player, and considering we have a few more speedy wingers, I would say thanks for your efforts and take the It would be good to keep such a talented player but a shame to lose him for nothing next year. He's too good for League One, so Luton are unlikely to reach a sensible offer. However, others with more realistic ambitions and budgets will probably want him. He'll probably go somewhere, the board just have to get the right Take the money! Morris had a good season but he's a one-trick pony and teams will have worked out how to stop him. He wasn't a regular starter and is unlikely to be one this season either. The money will be useful in the search for a decent The curious case of Shady Mo. Shayden is clearly a confident player, a man who Neil Warnock embarrassed, and perhaps rightly so at the time. He is now somewhat of a hero. I would hate to see him leave, there's a player there who can make the difference, but is he a 90-minute player yet? You would have to say no, but he most definitely has the potential. I would hope the club are only moving on players for the correct price. For me, we still need him and I would hope he signs a contract instead of moving on. I know there's still time, but I'm slightly more concerned about our lack of additions up front. We can't just go into the season with Ester Sokler and Kusini Yengi!Chris: I don't think we should sell him. Let him have another season scoring goals and setting up chances, then maybe he'll be worth lots more.
Newsweek
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Newsweek
F1 Faces Backlash Over Environmental Impact of Madrid Street Circuit
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Formula One announced the construction of Madrid's Grand Prix street circuit, Madring, in April, set to be part of the calendar in 2026. However, aggrieved residents are opposing the construction of the circuit due to its impact on the environment. A protest is also scheduled for July 21, calling out the "felling, pruning, and transplanting of trees" that is being carried out to develop the circuit. The Madring replaces F1's iconic Imola next year, becoming the only European city to host a Grand Prix with the backing of the City Council and the Community of Madrid. The circuit spans 5.4 km, sporting 22 corners. While that might sound very interesting to Grand Prix enthusiasts, residents affected by construction activities and the event's potential environmental risk are not having it. An Instagram account by the name 'stopF1madrid,' linked to a website has firmly stated that "our neighborhoods are not a circuit," calling out the reported noise pollution the Grand Prix will generate, and the burden of a high carbon footprint that will reportedly be left behind. The movement comprises residents of affected neighborhoods, neighborhood associations, and representatives of political groups from the municipal opposition. The site stated: Arch to promote the Formula 1 Grand Prix at Madrid Car Experience, Madrid's motor show, at the Feria de Madrid Ifema, on 25 May, 2024 in Madrid, Spain. From May 22 until May 26, arrives... Arch to promote the Formula 1 Grand Prix at Madrid Car Experience, Madrid's motor show, at the Feria de Madrid Ifema, on 25 May, 2024 in Madrid, Spain. From May 22 until May 26, arrives at Ifema the car show to see the latest news and bets of the brands in an environment of entertainment, music and gastronomy. More"We want to stop MADRING. "A project that will only generate noise and mobility problems for thousands of homes in the Hortaleza district and surrounding IFEMA, as well as for educational centers and workers in the area. "Each Grand Prix generates a massive carbon footprint: more than 10 tons of CO2 are emitted per race." 700 trees are claimed to have "disappeared." Residents have highlighted three main problems from the Madring: 1. Extremely strong noise and air pollution "The preliminary studies themselves conclude that the circuit will generate noise levels far exceeding the legally permitted levels, and will also be a major source of air pollutants. In fact, for the F1 to be held, the City Council must temporarily suspend the ordinance on permissible noise levels." 2. Major inconvenience and problems for the neighbors "There are even plans to force those most affected to leave their homes while the races are taking place. Five months of construction work per year during the ten years the circuit will be open (three months of assembly, race days, and testing, plus a month and a half of dismantling) will be a real ordeal, not to mention the resulting mobility problems, disruption to public transport, and congestion." 3. Destruction of green spaces "Up to 700 trees have disappeared, in addition to the occupation of a livestock trail." Residents have also signed an online petition, calling for the stoppage of the Grand Prix at Madring. A thread on Reddit pointed out the anti-F1 protests over the felling of olive trees that were centuries old. Some reactions from the users are stated below: This user says nobody asked for a Madrid street circuit: "Good, F1 fans didn't ask for this track either. Nothing but support for the people over at r/Madrid." Comment byu/gabagoolafficionado from discussion informula1 Another user asked an important question: "The fans don't want a Madrid street circuit, the locals don't want a Madrid street circuit, the drivers don't want a Madrid street circuit. So who is this ACTUALLY for" [sic] Comment byu/gabagoolafficionado from discussion informula1 This user won't be watching the race in Madrid: "That's disgraceful. Might not watch this GP." Comment byu/gabagoolafficionado from discussion informula1 This user pointed out a similar concern. Should racing be limited to the circuits only? "One of Brazil's Stock Car street circuit races was cancelled because of the same reason. Totally valid IMO. How can you push for carbon neutrality when your sport is responsible for destroying nature." Comment byu/gabagoolafficionado from discussion informula1 F1 has been striving to become carbon-neutral by 2030. But with the scheduled protest against the race at Madring, it remains to be seen if the sport will be willing to address the concerns of residents affected by the project.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Bitcoin DeFi Has Ballooned 20x Since Start of 2024 as Builders Bet on Yield
Bitcoin DeFi is no longer a fringe experiment. A new report by Arch Network, shared with CoinDesk, shows that the total value locked (TVL) in Bitcoin-native protocols has surged from $307 million in January 2024 to $6.36 billion by mid-2025 — a 20-fold increase driven by lending apps, stablecoins, and institutional inflows. The data, gathered from 125 developers, investors, and users across Asia and Africa, paints a picture of a shifting narrative away from 'digital gold' and toward programmable, yield-bearing bitcoin (BTC). Lending and borrowing protocols are the most frequently cited usage protocols, mentioned by 59% of the respondents. Bitcoin-backed stablecoins followed (41%), then DEXs (32%) and real-world assets like tokenized real estate (29%). These aren't speculative side bets — they're early signs of product-market fit, especially for users who want access to liquidity without selling BTC. But trust issues remain. 36% still keep their Bitcoin in cold storage, citing a lack of confidence in current DeFi platforms. Another 25% avoid Bitcoin DeFi due to high perceived risk, while 60% of all respondents flagged smart contract exploits as the top security concern. 'Bitcoin's true potential lies beyond being a passive store of value,' Arch CEO Matt Mudano wrote in the report. 'Unlocking its liquidity is the next frontier.' Developers are split between optimism and frustration. 44% said they build on Bitcoin because of its unmatched security and decentralization, while 43% also cited limited smart contract functionality as their biggest pain point. Tooling, composability, and documentation were also cited as major hurdles. As a result, many Bitcoin DeFi builders are multichain, with 63% also building on Ethereum, 47% on Solana, and 44% on Base. Nevertheless, nearly half say they plan to become Bitcoin-native in the long term — particularly as new infrastructure, such as ArchVM, a Bitcoin-based virtual machine, promises native smart contracts without the need for bridges, wrapped assets, or trust assumptions. What's needed to scale Bitcoin DeFi? Respondents say better dev tooling (45%), wider Layer 2 adoption (43%), and deeper liquidity. Security is non-negotiable, and most developers say they won't build unless onchain assets are fully auditable and bridges are hardened. Despite the challenges, investors are watching closely. 'If even a fraction of Bitcoin's $2 trillion market cap gets productive,' said DPI Capital's Shahan Khoshafian, 'the upside is massive.' For now, Bitcoin DeFi is where Ethereum was in 2019 — niche, raw, and full of potential. However, if these builders prevail, BTC won't just be held. It'll be used. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Masttro Partners with Arch to Enrich Alternative Investments Reporting and Total Portfolio Visualization for Ultra-High-Net-Worth Families
Integration will streamline workflows and automate processes for tracking, managing and reporting on alternative investments NEW YORK, July 17, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Masttro, the global leader in wealth tech solutions for family offices, registered investment advisors (RIAs), wealth managers and wealth owners themselves, today announced a strategic partnership with Arch, the private markets portal of portals, providing investors with the first digital platform to manage their K-1s, alternatives reporting, capital call workflows, and portfolio monitoring. The integration will route real-time alternative investment data into Masttro's next-generation platform, enabling enhanced wealth visualization across liquid and illiquid assets and liabilities in a single dashboard. BNY Wealth's 2025 Global Family Office Study revealed that two-thirds of family offices with more than $1 billion in assets plan to increase exposure to private equity (PE) funds in the next 12 months. Meanwhile, more than half of family offices with less than $1 billion will continue allocating to PE funds. As demand for private investments proliferates among ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families, Arch offers Masttro's users a comprehensive, up-to-date view of their total net worth and their portfolios, encompassing geography, asset class, manager, vintage and more. "Arch believes in a future where private markets portfolios have the same level of transparency as public investments," said Ryan Eisenman, co-founder and CEO of Arch. "Partnering with Masttro provides allocators across the world with greater visibility, going beyond alts data management to modernize the time-consuming process of managing, tracking and reporting on alternative investments." Clients may choose to easily integrate Arch's powerful alternatives data management and reporting capabilities directly into Masttro's platform, which serves hundreds of single and multi-family offices, RIAs and major financial institutions globally. By eliminating manual workflows such as K-1 collection and capital call tracking, Arch enables a seamless flow of data that gives Masttro's clients access to deep, granular insights. "Masttro simplifies the complexity of managing sophisticated, global portfolios by giving UHNW families a complete, real-time view across every asset class," said Jay McNamara, CEO of Masttro. "As we continue to innovate and enrich the user experience, Arch is a key player among alternatives technology providers with a solution that empowers clients to enhance alternative investment management and gain deeper insights into portfolio composition." Masttro's platform delivers real-time wealth visualization, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven efficiency, seamless integrations and personalized customization with full branding capabilities. Powered by proprietary feeds from more than 600 global custodians, Masttro consolidates all financial data in one platform—offering a complete solution for aggregating, analyzing, reporting, storing and visualizing both liquid and illiquid assets. Built on a secure foundation, the platform uses state-of-the-art, client-controlled encryption keys and multi-factor authentication to uphold the highest standards of data privacy and integrity. For more information on Masttro and its platform for total net worth visualization, please visit And to learn more about partnering with Arch, or to receive a demonstration of the platform, please email hello@ About Masttro Masttro is the leading wealth tech platform designed to simplify the complexities of managing ultra-high-net-worth and high-net-worth estates. Offering a single source of accurate, comprehensive data, Masttro empowers wealth owners and their trusted advisors with real-time control, transparency, and insights. The platform utilizes AI to seamlessly aggregate wealth data across all asset classes—including alternative investments, collectibles, and real estate—and is backed by robust cybersecurity infrastructure. With more than 600 proprietary data feeds from leading custodians worldwide, Masttro sets the benchmark for innovation in wealth management technology. About Arch Arch is the first Alternatives Management Platform, going beyond Alts Data Management to provide a back to front digital experience for managing alternatives. Arch streamlines alternatives operations by automating the tedious work of logging into portals, extracting data out of documents, collecting K-1s, managing capital call workflows; while also providing a deeper understanding and insights into alternatives portfolios. With Arch, investors have on-demand access to reporting, real time metrics, and insights across their private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, real estate, and other private investments. Arch supports over 400 of the world's largest allocators, including over 150 single family offices, 100 RIAs and multi-family offices, four of the top 20 global banks, and fund administrators, law firms, accounting firms, and institutions. Contact us at follow Arch on X (@gotk1s) or LinkedIn, or visit us in our New York City headquarters for more information. 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