Martin Smith

Martin Smith is the founder and Editor in Chief of STL.News, an independent digital news publication owned and operated by St. Louis Media, LLC. He founded STL.News in 2016 and oversees its editorial direction and digital publishing operations. His coverage includes business, financial markets, securities litigation, government and regulatory developments, legal news, and St. Louis-area businesses and economic activity.
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U.S. Stock Market Today: Volatile Session on May 27, 2026

U.S. stock indexes closed mixed following a highly volatile session marked by a massive afternoon sector rotation. While…

How Smart Communities Are Turning the Data Center Debate Into an Economic Win

Several American communities have successfully negotiated data center agreements that protect residents while generating significant local revenue. Cedar…

America’s Data Center Dilemma

America's Data Center Dilemma: Fear, Power, and the Future We're Building Whether We Like It or Not ST.…

DHS Directs ICE to Target Immigration Attorneys in Sweeping Asylum Fraud Crackdown

The Department of Homeland Security issued a sweeping directive on May 26, 2026, ordering ICE attorneys to aggressively…

Hateful Graffiti Targeting Muslims Rattles South St. Louis County Neighborhood

"Plain ignorance." That's how one local faith leader summed up what investigators are now treating as a potential…

Global AI Euphoria and Shaky Truce Drive Records Across Overseas Overnight Sessions

Global overnight trading sessions delivered historic breakthroughs as a massive, Wall Street-fueled semiconductor rally collided with tentative geopolitical…

Top AI Integration Services for Seamless Digital Transformation

(STL.News) Digital transformation now extends beyond migrating servers to the cloud. Success depends on blending predictive models, language…

Why Smart Creators Buy TikTok Views

(STL.News) There was a time when getting more views on TikTok was easy. A creator could put up…

How to Build TikTok Followers Without Waiting Months

(STL.News) TikTok growth can look simple from the outside. Sometimes, one video goes viral or a trending sound…

How March Madness 2026 Results Are Already Shaping 2026-27 Expectations

(STL.News) The 2026 NCAA Tournament has already left a lasting impact on the college basketball landscape. Michigan’s championship run,…

The Deep Shift: A Comprehensive Roadmap of AI Capabilities and Labor Market Realignment (2026–2036)

(STL.News) The arrival of generative artificial intelligence sparked a global rush toward digital transformation. However, looking out toward…

How to Tell If Your Country’s Tech Startups are Worth Investing In

(STL.News) Tech startups attract attention because they promise growth, innovation, and strong financial opportunities for investors. However, not every…

The Investor Visa in UAE Free Zones: What founders need to know

(STL.News) For entrepreneurs looking to set up a business in Dubai, one of the most important things to understand…

U.S. Strikes Iran in ‘Self-Defense’ as Ceasefire Frays and Hormuz Stays Shut

On May 25, 2026, U.S. Central Command conducted self-defense strikes against Iranian missile launch sites and naval vessels…

North St. Louis County Mass Shooting: 8 Teens Injured on West Florissant

St. Louis County Police are investigating a late-night mass shooting in the 11800 block of West Florissant Avenue.…