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Here is everything you should be following today:

• Silver shatters records and mining stocks soar

• Trump continues his no holds barred assault on “Jerk” Powell

• Fed gov mortgage fraud allegations come to a head

• Open AI just got a huge kick in the teeth from Google (and Apple)

• The Metaverse moves onestep closer to the executioners block

• Ford just launched a “Baby Raptor” Bronco for the masses

Today’s markets + assets:

• 🔴 DOW: 48941.47 (⬇️ 0.51%)

• 🔴 S&P: 6896.39 (⬇️ 0.97%)

• 🔴 NASDAQ: 23363.93 (⬇️ 1.46%)

• ⚠️✅CBOE VIX Volatility Index: 17.58 (⬆️ 10.10%)

• ✅ Gold: $4627.80 (⬆️ 0.62%)

• ✅ Silver: 90.398 (⬆️ 5.32%)

• ✅ Bitcoin: $96,891 (⬆️ 2.70%)

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Silver Smashes $90 As Miners Cash In

Silver surged past $90 per ounce for the first time ever on Tuesday, holding firm above the milestone Wednesday as industrial demand and market volatility fuel the rally, sending U.S.-listed silver mining stocks sharply higher in pre-market trading amid a 27% year-to-date gain for the metal.

• Record High Sustained: Silver prices extended gains to trade around $90.55 per ounce, marking a historic breakthrough driven by its dual role as industrial and investment metal.

• Mining Shares Rally: Hecla Mining jumped 3.4%, Endeavour Silver 3.3%, and First Majestic Silver 3.2% in pre-market, with ETFs like iShares Silver Trust up 4.2%.

• Industrial Edge Highlighted: BlackRock’s Evy Hambro notes silver’s industrial focus differentiates it from gold, with prior rallies limited by rising costs until recent profitability levels.

• Positive 2026 Outlook: Analysts foresee continued upside if miners maintain capital discipline through dividends rather than excessive investment or acquisitions.

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Trump blasts Powell as “jerk” doomed to vanish soon

President Trump escalated his feud with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Tuesday, branding him a “jerk” who “will be gone soon” amid a DOJ criminal probe into Powell over Fed headquarters renovation cost overruns and congressional testimony, fueling widespread fears of eroding central bank independence even as top bankers like Jamie Dimon warn of inflationary risks.

• Trump dismisses Dimon Warnings: Trump brushed aside JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon’s concerns that undermining Fed independence could raise inflation and rates, insisting Powell has “done a bad job” and lower rates are essential.

• Pirro defends DOJ probe aggressively: U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro rejected political motivation claims, stating her office pursued subpoenas after the Fed ignored repeated outreach on renovation overruns and testimony discrepancies.

• Powell ties investigation to rate pressure: In a Sunday video, Powell linked the grand jury subpoenas and indictment threats directly to administration demands for faster interest rate cuts rather than sound policy.

• Bipartisan backlash grows rapidly: Republican lawmakers and figures expressed alarm over potential economic fallout, with some vowing to block Trump’s future Fed nominees until the probe resolves.

Fed gov’s mortgage fraud allegations to get a Supreme Court showdown

The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments next week on President Trump’s bid to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over mortgage fraud allegations, a case that could pave the way for ousting Chair Jerome Powell amid escalating clashes over interest rates and central bank independence.

• Supreme Court Date Set: Oral arguments scheduled for January 21, 2026, in the challenge to Trump’s removal of Governor Lisa Cook, testing presidential authority over Fed board members.

• Cook Fraud Allegations: Administration claims Cook misrepresented her primary residence on mortgage applications last year, though courts have blocked her firing pending the high court’s review.

• Powell Probe Implications: A Justice Department investigation into Powell, including recent subpoenas over a Fed headquarters renovation and congressional testimony, raises stakes for potential removal if the Cook precedent favors the White House.

• Independence at Risk: Economists warn a ruling against Cook could erode the Fed’s political insulation, influencing monetary policy and increasing chances of lower rates under Trump pressure.

Apple Ditches OpenAI For Google AI Powerhouse

Apple has selected Google’s Gemini models to power its revamped Siri and core Apple Intelligence features in a multi-year deal announced this week, sidelining OpenAI as the primary AI foundation despite its earlier ChatGPT integration on iPhones — a major win for Alphabet that pushed its market cap above $4 trillion and a stinging setback for the ChatGPT maker in the intensifying AI race.

• Gemini Tops Benchmarks: Google’s Gemini 3 outperformed rivals including OpenAI’s models on key industry tests late last year, prompting Sam Altman to issue a “code red” and rush out GPT-5.2 to mixed reception.

• OpenAI’s Apple Snub: Analysts called the lost core partnership a “huge loss” for OpenAI, especially after its prior ChatGPT rollout on iOS and perceived challenge to Apple via a Jony Ive hardware collaboration.

• Google’s Strategic Edge: The agreement positions Google’s AI across most global smartphones (iOS and Android), letting Alphabet control AI disruption on its terms while boosting its cloud and dominance in the market.

• Existing Ties Remain: Apple emphasized no changes to its optional ChatGPT access for complex queries, maintaining a hybrid approach but clearly favoring Google’s tech as the “most capable foundation” for future features.

Meta begins massive Reality Labs layoffs shifting from metaverse to AI

Meta has begun cutting more than 1,000 jobs in its Reality Labs division, pivoting resources away from virtual reality and the metaverse toward AI-powered wearables and mobile features, as the costly unit seeks sustainability amid billions in losses.

• Reality Labs Hit Hard: More than 1,000 positions eliminated, representing roughly 10% of the division’s 15,000 employees, with notifications starting Tuesday morning January 13, 2026.

• Metaverse Dreams Scaled: Company pivots metaverse efforts to focus on mobile devices while reducing aggressive VR investments, closing three in-house VR game studios including Armature, Twisted Pixel, and Sanzaru.

• Heavy Financial Losses: Reality Labs has incurred over $70 billion in losses since 2021 due to investments in VR headsets and virtual products that have yet to generate significant revenue.

• AI Wearables Expansion: Savings reinvested to accelerate wearables growth, including talks with EssilorLuxottica to potentially double AI smart glasses production capacity to 20 million units annually by end of 2026.

Ford unleashes attainable Bronco RTR beast

Ford unveiled the 2027 Bronco RTR at the Detroit Auto Show on January 13, 2026, introducing a more accessible high-performance off-roader through its partnership with Vaughn Gittin Jr.’s Ready to Rock brand. Positioned as a stepping stone to the pricier Bronco Raptor, the new model blends rugged capability with street appeal using a 315-horsepower turbo engine.

• RTR lineup expands dramatically The 2027 Bronco RTR becomes the eighth Bronco variant and the second RTR model after the Mustang, featuring design tweaks and off-road upgrades for enthusiasts seeking performance without top-tier cost.

• Accessibility drives strategy Ford positions the RTR as a “gateway” to the elite Bronco Raptor family, with executives emphasizing its lower entry point compared to the roughly $80,000 Raptor.

• Engine specs target balance Equipped with a 2.3-liter turbo four-cylinder delivering 315 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque, it offers strong power while staying below the Raptor’s 418-hp V6 output.

• Pricing bridges key gaps Expected to slot between the $51,475 Bronco Heritage Edition and the $19,995 Bronco Raptor, making high-performance off-roading more reachable for a wider audience.

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