The U.S. is the “only industrialized nation” without a national paid family and medical leave plan, one lawmaker says. An updated proposal aims to change that.

CNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what’s ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today’s show, Lule Demmissie, the U.S. CEO of eToro, discusses bitcoin’s outlook, sentiment at Bitcoin 2023 and regulation from one of the largest bitcoin conferences in the world.

The company, like competitors CNH Industrial and AGCO, has been investing in precision agriculture using sensors, software and data analytics.

The IRS is testing free direct filing for some taxpayers in 2024. Research shows that pre-populated tax returns may be possible for some filers.

CNBC’s Jim Cramer on Thursday also discussed the latest comments from Federal Reserve officials, and made the case for owning Coterra Energy. A transcript will be added shortly.

“Ask Halftime” traders answer your questions about individual stocks and ETFs.

Disney and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis are entangled in a bitter feud centered in part around the company’s special district and development plans.

Gold is down about 2% in May, as optimism around a possible U.S. debt ceiling deal grows. It’s up more than 7% for 2023, and UBS thinks it could reach a record.

Customers who own Peloton Tread+ treadmills can apply for a safety guard and get it installed.

The CDC’s call for those at risk to get up to date on their vaccines comes after a cluster of at least 21 mpox cases was reported in Chicago.