Technology

Home equity reaches a record $18 trillion among US mortgage holders. Here is where it runs deepest

For millions of Americans, the home they already own has become one of their strongest financial assets. U.S. mortgage holders collectively held a record $18 trillion in home equity in the second quarter of 2026, according to ICE Mortgage Technology’s August 2026 Mortgage Monitor. Within that total, ICE classified $11.7 trillion as tappable equity,

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Tech CEOs call for AI regulation. Trump and Congress are not rushing to act

The technology industry is urgently warning about the potential harm of artificial intelligence, but political inaction in Washington poses a challenge. President Donald Trump leads opposition to calls for greater oversight, dismissing them as a “conspiracy” on Monday. Democrats are pushing for a stronger response, with private discussions and briefings planned this week. The divide highlights a disconnect between tech warnings and government action. Some bipartisan efforts exist, but progress is slow. With elections approaching, swift legislative action seems unlikely. The debate underscores Washington's struggle to address significant issues amid partisanship and election pressures.

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ·