Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, has become the leading destination for retirees, with a 23% population growth among adults aged 65 and older from 2020 to 2023, thanks to its affordability and amenities. Meanwhile, ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, is emerging as a significant player in the AI market, potentially facing increased scrutiny from the US government. Additionally, Sixth Street's $4 billion investment in Affirm signals a growing partnership between private credit and buy-now-pay-later services.