Warren Buffett, known for his successful investing track record, recently added to his stake in VeriSign, a dominant internet company with a legal monopoly. Despite Wall Street analysts’ negative sentiment towards the stock, Buffett’s confidence in the business and management led him to increase Berkshire Hathaway’s position to 14%. VeriSign’s exclusive rights to register .com and .net domains, along with its consistent price increases and strong margins, make it an attractive long-term investment option, despite recent declines in registered domains.
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More than 70 arrested during Athens riots after Molotov cocktails thrown at police
Clashes erupted in Athens as protesters used Molotov cocktails and fireworks against police, resulting in 72 arrests and one officer injured. The violence, triggered by a music performance in the Exarchia district, coincided with ongoing public outrage over a deadly 2023 rail disaster that claimed 57 lives, prompting mass protests against the conservative government. Amid rising living costs and recent strikes, demonstrations continue as citizens demand better wages and accountability. Full Article
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