Markets are quiet ahead of the July inflation print, with bitcoin little changed, oil near $90 and Harmony nursing a fresh exploit.
The BoE's digital currency and stablecoin tests could revolutionize trade finance, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs for SMEs globally.
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Russia's reliance on foreign minerals for military production highlights vulnerabilities that sanctions could exploit to pressure a ceasefire.
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Tencent's AI investments highlight the strategic advantage of diversified revenue streams, while DeepSeek's challenges underscore funding and tech access hurdles.
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Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan says the SEC could move ahead with crypto rules even while the CLARITY Act remains stuck in Congress, potentially giving the industry a faster route toward regulatory clarity. The timeline is now more concrete than initially expected. The SEC has scheduled an open meeting for August 14 to consider proposing its …
The decline in fee revenue for Bitcoin miners could threaten network security and push miners to diversify into AI and HPC sectors.
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The sanctions on Shelbit highlight escalating U.S. financial pressure on Iran, diminishing prospects for a near-term nuclear agreement.
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BIG's victory sets a strong precedent, highlighting the importance of strategic leadership and adaptability in high-stakes esports tournaments.
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Amid a $473 million legal dispute, RedotPay says it expects Binance to end its Singapore case, while Binance says its claims remain active.
The BOE-led Digital Pound Lab will test trade-finance interoperability, in which exporters receive stablecoins while importers settle in a potential digital pound.
ERC-8161 enhances liquidity and flexibility in institutional-grade vaults, enabling faster market responses and secondary trading opportunities.
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The surge in violent cargo thefts targeting AI hardware in California could lead to increased security costs and disrupt supply chains nationwide.
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Zetwerk's IPO could boost investor confidence in India's manufacturing sector, signaling robust growth potential and increased global competitiveness.
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Wolves' pursuit of Jordan James highlights the competitive nature of the transfer market and the strategic importance of acquiring young talent.
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Bitget's expanded collateral system could enhance liquidity and flexibility in crypto trading, potentially attracting more investors to tokenized assets.
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Bank of America's $250B pledge may mend political ties but doesn't shield it from potential regulatory changes affecting the banking sector.
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Bitcoin miners showed a “concerning” trend of pivoting to AI amid a profit squeeze as transaction-fee income barely bounced from 10-year lows of 0.52% of revenue.
Nvidia's expanded partnerships could accelerate the global adoption of autonomous vehicles, reshaping urban mobility and transportation industries.
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The IEA's revised forecast highlights the vulnerability of global oil markets to geopolitical tensions, potentially stabilizing future oil prices.
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$486.5 million of converts lock up 16,116 BTC while the new CEO pursues operating and credit businesses.
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The potential extension of the US-Iran MOU highlights ongoing reliance on diplomacy, impacting market perceptions and geopolitical stability.
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Booming AI demand sends CRWV up 16% and lifts IREN and CIFR as investors favor computing infrastructure over crypto.
The fund would keep 85% of gross staking rewards, with the remaining 15% going to service providers.
Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP are heading into a pivotal U.S. CPI data release today, August 12 at 8.30 a.m. ET (6.00 p.m. IST) with markets expecting July headline inflation at 3.4%. Bitcoin price is near $63,700, Ethereum is pressing toward $1,900, while XRP is defending the $1 mark. Will another inflation surprise trigger the breakout …
The trial could revolutionize SME financing by enhancing credit access and settlement speed, potentially transforming cross-border trade dynamics.
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Kalshi triggered the order, notifying the agency of a market emergency after New York moved to bar its contracts nationwide.
Ronaldo's pursuit of 1,000 goals could redefine the Saudi Pro League's global image, shifting perceptions from a retirement league to a competitive stage.
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The Bitcoin credit model could reshape investor confidence and market dynamics by enhancing transparency in digital asset-backed finance.
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Lazio's strategic acquisition of Frattesi highlights shifting Serie A dynamics, emphasizing financial creativity and evolving club priorities.
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The Bitcoin Policy Institute and other industry participants urged AI companies to offer early access to their frontier models to aid Bitcoin and open-source developers in their cybersecurity efforts.