June 2026 Earnings Report: Rio, AI Payments and a Promising Start at Amazing Aerial

Welcome to my June 2026 Brutally Honest Earnings Report, where the long-term goal remains unchanged: trying to cover my gear and travel costs entirely through stock income. I’ve just come back from six weeks in Rio de Janeiro on what I’d call a working holiday. It was a much-needed break: some winter sun, time with family, a bit of shooting, and plenty of World Cup atmosphere in the background. Let's get started!