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Mortgage Data Breach Hits JPMorgan, Citi and Morgan Stanley After Large-Scale Vendor Cyberattack

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Wall Street was on high alert this weekend as a massive cyberattack on SitusAMC, a major technology vendor for real estate lenders, triggered fears that sensitive mortgage and customer data from some of America’s biggest banks may have been exposed. The breach, confirmed by the company on Saturday, involved a cyberattack on 12 November, and the firm has spent nearly two weeks assessing exactly what information hackers accessed. SitusAMC works with hundreds of banks and lenders across the United States, performing critical tasks such as mortgage origination, servicing and payment collection. Because of this, the fallout could be significant. JPMorgan, Citi and Morgan Stanley Warned of Potential Exposure According to sources close to the investigation, JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup and Morgan Stanley are among the banks notified by SitusAMC that their client data may have been part of the breach. The firm has confirmed that the compromised information is connected to residential mortgage loans, raising concerns about the potential exposure of personal financial details belonging to borrowers. SitusAMC said it acted immediately after discovering the cyberattack and has been working with third-party forensic experts and federal authorities. The company also said its systems have been stabilised and insisted that the investigation is ongoing. The banks themselves have not offered detailed public statements, but insiders say the scale of the incident has triggered urgent internal reviews across the financial sector. FBI Takes Lead in Investigating the Hack The Federal Bureau of Investigation has taken charge of the probe, and officials confirmed that they are examining how the hackers gained access and what information they may have extracted. FBI Director Kashyap Patel said the bureau is working closely with affected institutions but added that investigators have so far found no operational disruption to the banking system. Patel noted that the bureau would not provide further specifics while evidence is still being analysed. Why This Breach Has Wall Street Worried Cybersecurity analysts warn that the attack highlights a much bigger problem in the US financial system. Banks increasingly rely on a small number of powerful third-party vendors to process loans, manage data and support regulatory compliance. When one of these vendors is compromised, the impact can spread across the industry. A recent study by SecurityScorecard found that 97% of the top 100 US banks suffered at least one third-party data breach in the past year, underscoring how fragile the ecosystem has become. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has repeatedly warned that this heavy dependence on external service providers creates systemic risk, particularly in areas like real estate finance where firms such as SitusAMC provide essential behind-the-scenes infrastructure. As federal investigators continue their work, regulators and financial institutions are now racing to determine whether this latest breach could expose consumer identities, loan files, or sensitive lender information and whether additional cyber safeguards are urgently needed.
https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/mortgage-data-breach-hits-jpmorgan-citi-morgan-stanley-after-large-scale-vendor-cyberattack-1757283

The Ultimate Wes Anderson Gift Guide

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Wes Anderson fans are a particular breed of cinephile, which makes shopping for them its own delightful production. Thankfully if you look in the right places charming items can be found online. Think symmetry, pastels, nostalgia and the kind of tactile, analog treasures that look like they were sourced from a meticulously labeled prop closet. This season’s best Wes-inspired gifts nod to the director’s storybook worlds without feeling costume-y, spanning collectible editions, statement decor and accessories that practically beg to be arranged in a satisfyingly centered flat-lay. In other words: items worthy of a Margot, a Gustave or a Steve Zissou in your life. Check out our ultimate Wes Anderson gift guide to shop this year below: Organized chronologically, this 288-page tome displays Narbonne’s years of research and film expertise to cover every short film and movie that Anderson has ever directed, including behind-the-scenes stories of how each project was conceived, cast and produced. Narbonne also explores the director’s unique filmmaking style, his relationship with regular cast members like Owen Wilson and Bill Murray and his stories’ recurring themes. It also includes hundreds of photographs to celebrate the visual imagery that has made Anderson a cult favorite director. A No 1 bestseller since coming out in 2020, this captivating photo book is a celebration of the stunning visual imagery Wes Anderson is known for. Part travel guide and part visual adventure, the stunning book includes more than 200 of the most beautiful, most idiosyncratic and most “Wes Anderson-esque” destinations across the globe, known for their quirky landscapes and cinematic aesthetics. Anderson helped Koval in curating the destinations featured on every page, accompanied by the very real, human stories behind each photo. Take some notes from Franklin Bean this fall by making your very own alcoholic cider. While this DIY kit won’t be able to ferment and brew hard cider in mere seconds like the magical machine in “Fantastic Mr. Fox,” it comes pretty close. This all-in-one kit includes all the equipment needed to make up to three batches of delicious, bubbly alcoholic cider at home, in addition to ten, non twist-off bottles. Pair it with this sleek carafe to rival Mr. Bean’s cider jugs. While it may be hard to recreate the delicious cream-filled pastries, called the Courtesan au Chocolat, from “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” you can still take a trip to the whimsical Mendl’s Bakery with this classic pink mug. No one pulls off a red beret better than Rushmore Academy’s Max Fischer, the eccentric 15 year-old at the center of Anderson’s beloved 1998 film. Whether you want to dress up as the Jason Schwartzman character for Halloween or feel like adding a Parisian twist to your style, you can’t go wrong with a classic red beret. Any Wes Anderson fan has a special place in their heart for “Bottle Rocket,” the acclaimed director’s first feature film from 1996, starring Owen and Luke Wilson. This Criterion Collection Blu-Ray set features commentary by Anderson and co-writer Owen Wilson, in addition to a documentary about the making of “Bottle Rocket,” directed by filmmaker Barry Braverman. Plus, the box set includes 11 deleted scenes and a booklet featuring an essay by executive producer James L. Brooks. Aside from Ben Stiller’s red tracksuit and Gwenyth Paltrow’s fur coat, one of the most memorable visual elements from Anderson’s 2001 film are the heavily decorated walls. Now, you can bring the stunning “Royal Tenenbaums” aesthetic into your own home with this stick-and-peel version of Margot Tenenbaum’s distinct zebra-printed wallpaper. The Anderson soundtrack is known for injecting the perfect mood-setting French track whether it’s the Yves Montand “Rue St. Vincent” mix tape Max plays in “Rushmore,” Joe Dassin’s “Les Champs-Elysees” from “The Darjeeling Limited” or Francoise Hardy’s “Le temps de l’amour” in the delightful “Moonrise Kingdom” beach dance off. So for the super in-the-know why not purchase a record with the track for your favorite Anderson obsessive. And if you can find a vinyl print of “The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra” (also featured in “Moonrise Kingdom”) please let me know! Perfect for Roald Dahl and Wes Anderson fans alike, this comprehensive coffee table book dives into the making of Anderson’s adaptation of Dahl’s beloved children’s book from 1970. The Oscar-nominated film is a departure from Anderson’s usual style of filmmaking, which is why the behind-the-scenes look featured in these pages, from set photos to shot analyses, are so intriguing for big Anderson fans. Check out more coffee table books to gift this year here. The essence of a few of his beloved films “Bottle Rocket,” “Rushmore,” “The Royal Tenenbaums,” “The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou,” “The Darjeeling Limited,” “Fantastic Mr. Fox” and “Moonrise Kingdom” is captured in this New York Times bestselling overview. The book is written by film and television critic Matt Zoller Seitz with an introduction by Michael Chabon. “The Grand Budapest Hotel” is peak Wes Anderson, filled to the brim with rich colors and arresting visuals that transport viewers to the fictional country of Zubrowka in the 1930s where an unassuming concierge boy Gustave becomes a prime suspect in a mysterious murder. Any film lover will appreciate this visual screenplay, which takes readers through every action-packed scene line by line, accompanied by the best shots and images from the film. These minimalist prints are a perfect edition to any office or reading room, offering unique visual takes on the movie posters of Anderson’s most famous films such as “The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou,” “Moonrise Kingdom” and “Rushmore,” among others. Approximately 16″ by 12″, you can curate an entire Wes Anderson-themed wall or disperse them in different areas of the house. Plus, the nine-poster set is currently half off for a limited time. While you can’t book a room at the gorgeous hotel at the center of Wes Anderson’s 2014 film, you can at least collect some of the stylish props featured in the fictional set. Jot down grocery lists and notes in style with this pink notepad, inspired by the highly stylized imagery in “The Grand Budapest Hotel.”.
https://variety.com/shop/wes-anderson-gift-guide-1235095406/

Canary’s SEI ETF Hits Key Milestone With DTCC Listing

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**Canary’s Staked SEI ETF Officially Registered on DTCC Platform**

The Canary Staked SEI exchange-traded fund (ETF) has been officially registered on the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) platform. While this registration does not constitute approval by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), it marks a significant operational milestone and is often viewed as a positive sign by market participants.

According to DTCC records, the Canary Staked SEI ETF currently appears under the “active and pre-launch” category. This classification indicates that the ETF is technically set up for future electronic trading and clearing, pending SEC approval. However, it’s important to note that the ETF cannot yet be created or redeemed, meaning it remains non-operational despite its inclusion in DTCC’s system.

This listing is a standard step in the ETF deployment process and is often interpreted as a show of issuer confidence. As one analyst explained:

> “DTCC handles the behind-the-scenes clearing and settling for most US stocks and ETFs. Meaning this puts the SEI ETF into the usual pipeline before it shows up on brokerage platforms. Once the market sentiment turns around, SEI is going to be a big runner.”

Earlier this year, Canary Capital filed an S-1 registration statement to introduce a staked SEI ETF. At that time, the SEC maintained a cautious stance toward staking mechanisms within exchange-traded products. However, the regulatory outlook has since shifted.

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### Regulatory Developments and Clearer Framework for Crypto Staking ETFs

BeInCrypto recently reported that the U.S. Treasury and Internal Revenue Service issued Revenue Procedure 2025-31. This new guidance establishes a clear safe-harbor framework for crypto ETFs and trusts wishing to engage in staking and distribute rewards to investors.

The procedure mandates strict conditions, including:

– Holding only one type of digital asset plus cash
– Using qualified custodians for key management
– Maintaining SEC-approved liquidity policies
– Limiting activities to holding, staking, and redeeming assets without discretionary trading

These guidelines also resolve prior tax ambiguities, potentially paving the way for SEC approval of staking-inclusive products such as Canary’s SEI ETF.

Besides Canary, Rex-Osprey has also filed for a staked SEI ETF. Additionally, 21Shares is seeking SEC approval for an ETF focused on the SEI network, highlighting growing institutional interest in gaining exposure to this ecosystem.

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### SEI Network: Strong Capital Movement Amid TVL Decline

The timing of these ETF developments coincides with notable capital movement within the SEI network. According to Artemis Analytics, SEI currently ranks second in net flows over the past 24 hours, with inflows making up the majority. This suggests that investors are rotating into SEI despite broader market volatility.

Analysts are increasingly optimistic about SEI’s price potential. For example, ZAYK Charts observed that the altcoin is completing another falling-wedge cycle, indicating a possible breakout that could trigger a 100-150% rally.

However, on-chain data presents a more complex picture. Figures from DefiLlama reveal a steep contraction in the network’s total value locked (TVL) during November—the largest decline in nearly two years. Approximately 1 billion SEI tokens have been unstaked, reflecting an accelerated rate of user exits from the ecosystem.

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### Conclusion

In summary, while the Canary Staked SEI ETF’s DTCC listing remains procedural and the product is not yet operational, it represents a meaningful signal that the path toward institutional exposure to SEI is beginning to take shape. This progress occurs against a backdrop of recovering inflows and ongoing challenges within the SEI network, highlighting a nuanced but promising outlook for investors and stakeholders alike.
https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/tech/canarys-sei-etf-hits-key-milestone-with-dtcc-listing/

Millie Bobby Brown Feels “So Lucky” To Have ‘Stranger Things’ Co-Star David Harbour

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With *Stranger Things* embarking on its final season, Millie Bobby Brown is leaving behind-the-scenes rumors in the Upside Down. Reuniting with co-star David Harbour at Thursday’s Season 5 premiere, the two-time Emmy nominee expressed how “so lucky” she feels to have had her onscreen dad in her life for nearly a decade since the Netflix show premiered.

“It’s been amazing. We’re so lucky to have each other,” Brown told *Extra*. “The show means so much to the both of us, and to everyone here. This has been the last 10 years of our lives.”

Despite reports to the contrary, Brown and Harbour appeared to share a great relationship as they embraced and laughed together on the red carpet at TCL Chinese Theatre, ahead of the *Stranger Things* Part One premiere on November 26 on Netflix.

Netflix shared a nostalgic video on Instagram featuring the pair celebrating “one last Stranger Things premiere” since the show first premiered in 2016, created by the Duffer Brothers.

Brown stars in *Stranger Things* as Eleven, a psychic-powered girl who escapes Hawkins National Laboratory in Season 1 after being subjected to experiments connected to the Upside Down. Following her escape, Harbour’s character, Jim Hopper, adopts her, forming a deep father-daughter bond that has resonated with fans throughout the series.

Season 5 picks up in the fall of 1987. Hawkins remains scarred by the opening of the Rifts, with the characters united by a single mission: find and kill Vecna. However, Vecna has vanished, his whereabouts and plans unknown.

Adding complexity to their mission, the government has placed Hawkins under military quarantine and intensified its hunt for Eleven, forcing her back into hiding. As the anniversary of Will Byers’s disappearance approaches, a heavy, familiar dread looms over the town. The final battle is coming—a darkness more powerful and deadly than anything the group has faced before.

To end this nightmare, the full party will need to stand together one last time.

The highly anticipated fifth and final season of *Stranger Things* will release on Netflix across three premiere dates:

– **Volume 1:** November 26 (four episodes)
– **Volume 2:** Christmas Day (three episodes)
– **The Finale:** New Year’s Eve

Each volume will be available at 5 PM PT.

Fans can look forward to an epic conclusion as *Stranger Things* closes the chapter on one of Netflix’s most beloved series.
https://deadline.com/2025/11/millie-bobby-brown-lucky-stranger-things-david-harbour-1236611534/

YBN Nahmir Blames Almighty Jay for YBN Split, Claims It Was Because He ‘Almost Got My Mom Killed’

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YBN Nahmir is pushing back on Almighty Jay’s claim that the YBN collective split because of gang activity. In a video posted to TikTok, Nahmir addressed Jay’s recent comments suggesting their fallout stemmed from Nahmir moving to Los Angeles and “hanging around gangbangers.”

The “Rubbin Off the Paint” rapper denied that narrative and said the real reason behind the breakup was far more serious and personal. “Okay, if you gonna say that, let me say what the fuck it really is then,” he said. “YBN broke up because Nahmir was hanging around gangbangers? No. YBN broke up because you did some foul ass shit, and almost got my mom killed, and I ain’t say nothing about it on the Internet until now.”

Almighty Jay responded to Nahmir’s rebuttal by repeatedly mentioning an alleged incident where he was pistol-whipped and stripped of his jewelry in a studio earlier this year. However, nothing is explicitly said about whatever it is that almost got Nahmir’s mother killed. It remains unclear what Almighty Jay is alluding to regarding Nahmir “bringing up shit that happened in 2019. I was 20, moving like a goofy.” He didn’t directly address Nahmir’s claim about his mother but appeared to downplay the situation.

The two rappers, once part of the trio YBN (which also included YBN Cordae), rose to fame in the late 2010s before disbanding in 2020. Cordae distanced himself from the YBN moniker as his solo career took off, while Nahmir and Jay’s relationship appeared to deteriorate over the years amid sporadic social media tension.

While the exact incident Nahmir referred to remains unclear, his latest comments have reignited public interest in the group’s messy split and suggest that behind-the-scenes issues ran deeper than fans initially believed.
https://www.complex.com/music/a/jose-martinez/ybn-nahmir-blames-almighty-jay-for-ybn-split

JD Vance holding Q&A alongside Erika Kirk at Ole Miss Turning Point USA event

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Vice President JD Vance is set to take questions at a Turning Point USA event at the University of Mississippi on Wednesday in honor of his late friend, Charlie Kirk.

Vance will be joined by Turning Point USA President Erika Kirk, Kirk’s widow, as part of the “This Is the Turning Point” campus tour. Erika Kirk is expected to introduce Vance before he takes questions and holds discussions with students in the style popularized by her husband.

Admission to the event is free, but participants are required to register in advance before attending, with students receiving priority entry. Attendees will also go through what organizers described as “TSA-style screening and magnetometer checks” once the doors open at 3 p.m. CT. The event is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. CT.

Fox News will air the event live from the Ole Miss campus on “Jesse Watters Primetime.” The full event will also be streamed live on Fox Nation, followed by the premiere of a multipart limited-edition documentary series on Friday, Nov. 7, featuring behind-the-scenes footage.

Erika Kirk commented, “She’s ready, and so is Vice President Vance, to make this a truly unforgettable evening.”

Vance confirmed he would be appearing at Ole Miss as part of the organization’s campus tour during a special appearance on “The Charlie Kirk Show” earlier this month. “Part of keeping Charlie’s memory alive is keeping the mission alive,” Vance said. “And nobody can replace Charlie, but if we all just sort of take little pieces, we can do as much as we can to ensure that Charlie’s mission continues to survive long after he’s gone. And part of that is these college campus tours.”

Vance was a close friend of the conservative activist, who was assassinated last month on the campus of Utah Valley University.

“I think that engagement is something that was such a big part of Charlie’s legacy,” Vance added. “It’s not just that he went and talked to people or talked about issues he cared about. It’s that he actually interacted with people.”

The Ole Miss event is the only Turning Point USA event that Erika Kirk will attend on the campus tour. She will later conduct her first sit-down interview since her husband’s assassination with Fox News host Jesse Watters, set to air on Nov. 5.
https://nypost.com/2025/10/29/media/jd-vance-holding-qampa-alongside-erika-kirk-at-ole-miss-turning-point-usa-event/

Expo 2025 Osaka Enters Final Day

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As of 4:50 a.m. on October 13, Typhoon No. 23 (Nakri) was located about 90 kilometers south-southwest of Hachijojima, moving east-northeast at approximately 30 kilometers per hour. Meteorologists have warned that the system is expected to pass near the Izu Islands on Monday morning.

Aogashima has already entered the typhoon’s gale zone, and Hachijojima is expected to follow shortly as winds intensify and conditions rapidly deteriorate. A maximum instantaneous wind speed of 28.7 meters per second was recorded on Hachijojima. Gusts near the typhoon’s center could reach up to 50 meters per second, posing a serious risk of destructive winds on both Hachijojima and Aogashima.

The Japan Meteorological Agency announced that satellite images from the Himawari-9 weather satellite are currently unavailable due to a communication failure. Although some functions have been restored through the backup satellite Himawari-8, key nighttime observation data such as infrared imagery remain inaccessible.

In other news, a new survey by the Japan Sports Agency reveals that people who belonged to a school sports club or athletic circle are significantly more likely to maintain regular exercise habits after graduation compared to those who did not.

Meanwhile, the abrupt collapse of the long-standing Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)-Komeito coalition ahead of the upcoming prime ministerial vote has thrown Japanese politics into flux. This development complicates the path for Takaichi to take office and intensifies behind-the-scenes maneuvering among all major parties.

Takaichi, who visited the Constitutional Democratic Party (CDP) headquarters earlier this week, faced criticism over remarks describing an opposition figure as “damaged goods.” This incident highlights heightened political tensions just two days before Komeito’s dramatic departure from the coalition.

Additionally, the number of foreign residents in Japan has reached a record high of nearly 4 million, according to the Immigration Services Agency. As of the end of June, 3,956,619 foreign nationals were living in the country—an increase of about 190,000 from the end of 2024—marking the highest total on record.
https://newsonjapan.com/article/147258.php