Crypto & macro news — 12 August 2026

Bitcoin holds near $64,000 as U.S. inflation data looms, Harmony exploit rattles altcoins

Markets are quiet ahead of the July inflation print, with bitcoin little changed, oil near $90 and Harmony nursing a fresh exploit.

Gold Steadies After Tame US Inflation Data Eases Rate-Hike Bets - Bloomberg.com

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Stock futures are little changed as traders await more inflation data: Live updates

The July reading of the producer price index, which gauges what wholesalers pay for raw goods and materials, is set for release Thursday at 8:30 a.m. ET.

Wall Street rises near a record as AI stocks climb and worries about inflation ease a bit - AP News

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S&P 500 closes higher after tame consumer inflation report, tech sector rises

Investors are bracing for an important inflation report that could determine the near-term direction for interest rates.

S&P 500 closes higher after tame consumer inflation report, tech sector rises: Live updates

Investors are bracing for an important inflation report that could determine the near-term direction for interest rates.

How the market is trading gold as Fed rate hike and inflation odds shift

Gold prices have been volatile in 2026, but a recent rally shows renewed investor interest amid tamer inflation data and changing Fed rate expectations.

How to trade gold prices as Fed rate hike and inflation odds shift

Gold prices have been volatile in 2026, but a recent rally shows renewed investor interest amid tamer inflation data and changing Fed rate expectations.

How to trade gold prices as Fed rate hike and inflation odds shifts

Gold prices have been volatile in 2026, but a recent rally shows renewed investor interest amid tamer inflation data and changing Fed rate expectations.

Here are five key takeaways from the July CPI inflation report

Readings for July on the prices consumers pay for goods and services came in pretty much on target.

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Bitcoin eyes $63K as US CPI relief sends September Fed rate pause odds to 60%

Bitcoin price action did not reflect relief in US CPI inflation numbers matching expectations amid a warning over $63,000 failing as support.

Here's the inflation breakdown for July 2026 — in one chart

Costs remain elevated for consumers, however inflation is showing some signs of easing, economists say.

AI’s costly build-out complicates the Fed’s inflation fight

Tech leaders say AI will drive down costs. But slow corporate adoption and the data center build-out create inflation pressures that complicate the Fed’s job.

US inflation eases as food and fuel costs cool

Annual US inflation dipped to 3.4% in July, with food costs slowing and housing keeping prices slightly higher.

S&P 500 rises after tame inflation data; AI-related shares jump: Live updates

Investors are bracing for an important inflation report that could determine the near-term direction for interest rates.

Stocks rise after tame inflation data; AI-related shares jump: Live updates

Investors are bracing for an important inflation report that could determine the near-term direction for interest rates.

US inflation eases as food costs cool

Annual US inflation dipped to 3.4% in July, with food costs slowing and housing keeping prices slightly higher.

U.S. CPI inflation slows to 3.4% as expected, bitcoin holds near $64,000

Both headline and core inflation matched economists’ expectations, while bitcoin held near $64,000 and Treasury yields declined.

XRP trading could get spicy after CPI report as futures bets hit highest since October

Your day-ahead look for Aug. 12, 2026

AI’s costly buildout complicates the Fed’s inflation fight

Tech leaders say AI will drive down costs. But slow corporate adoption and the data center buildout create inflation pressures that complicate the Fed’s job.

Treasury yields are little changed as investors await key inflation data

The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note — the key benchmark for U.S. government borrowing — was largely flat at 4.682%.

Stock futures inch higher ahead of Wednesday's big inflation report: Live updates

Investors are bracing for an important inflation report that could determine the near-term direction for interest rates.

Stock futures are little changed ahead of Wednesday's big inflation report: Live updates

Investors are bracing for an important inflation report that could determine the near-term direction for interest rates.

Prediction markets should dial back faulty filings for incentives to boost trading: CFTC

The U.S. regulator of platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket suggests the industry is getting into bad compliance habits that may allow for market abuse.

Novo Nordisk CEO defends lawsuit against Eli Lilly: 'Competition has to be fair'

Novo Nordisk CEO defended the company's decision to sue rival Eli Lilly over its weight-loss drug advertising.

Hawaii crypto ATM ban to take effect on Oct. 1

Hawaii will join Minnesota, Tennessee and Indiana in becoming the fourth US state to completely ban the use of cryptocurrency ATMs and kiosks in response to…

FlightAware drops Kalshi lawsuit one day after filing

Following the initial lawsuit, at least one of Kalshi’s event contracts was changed to list “Primary Source Agency” as the entity behind verifying flight…

Fidelity files with SEC to add staking to Ethereum ETF

Fidelity plans to add staking to its Ether fund, with 85% of rewards retained by FETH and quarterly cash distributions planned for investors.

FlightAware drops Kalshi lawsuit over a market niche that data shows it never took off

The flight-tracking company voluntarily dismissed, without prejudice and without sharing a motive for its decision. However, the flight cancellation market…

Binance, RedotPay clash over fate of Singapore lawsuit

Amid a $473 million legal dispute, RedotPay says it expects Binance to end its Singapore case, while Binance says its claims remain active.

Ex-diplomat: ‘No one’s in total control of the Strait of Hormuz’ - The Hill

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Iran Takes More Aggressive Military Stance With US Talks Frozen - Bloomberg.com

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Strait of Hormuz ship traffic near three-month low as U.S.-Iran deal in doubt

Traffic is about 90% lower than the daily average of 130 ships that transited Hormuz before the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28.

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Burnham warned Iran war will hit UK growth next year

The conflict in the Middle East has pushed up oil and fuel prices, and also disrupted supply chains.

Burnham warned Iran war could hit UK growth next year

The conflict in the Middle East has pushed up oil and fuel prices, and also disrupted supply chains.

Burnham warned of Iran war impact on UK growth next year

The conflict in the Middle East has pushed up oil and fuel prices, and also disrupted supply chains.

Scorching heat is straining Europe's nuclear power supplies — and prompting drastic measures

Heat and drought are curbing nuclear output across Europe, with Romania facing a possible reactor shutdown and France reducing generation.

Russia moves to restrict retail crypto trading to bitcoin, ether and USDT

Non-qualified investors face a 300,000-ruble (approx. $3,600) annual purchase limit per intermediary, while qualified investors have no cap.

Iranian Factions Squabble Over War Aims With Khamenei Absent - Bloomberg

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Iran’s Military Pivots to ‘Offensive’ Mode for Next Round of War - Bloomberg.com

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Iran’s Military Pivots to ‘Offensive’ Mode for Next Round of War - Bloomberg

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UAE’S EGA to Spend $400 Million to Restore War-Damaged Smelter - Bloomberg.com

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UAE’S EGA to Spend $400 Million to Restore War-Damaged Smelter - Bloomberg

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IEA Sees Wider Oil Supply Deficit Despite Hit to Demand From War - Bloomberg.com

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Oil Supply Crunch Worsens Despite War’s Demand Hit, IEA Says - Bloomberg.com

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Oil Supply Crunch Worsens Despite War’s Demand Hit, IEA Says - Bloomberg

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Houthi attack kills six in first fatalities in Red Sea in over a year; U.S. strikes container ship

A cargoship and containership have been hit in the Red Sea and Gulf of Oman as the war inflicts a toll on the world's critical shipping lanes.

Houthi attack kills six in first fatalities in Red Sea in over a year; U.S. strikes containership

A cargoship and containership have been hit in the Red Sea and Gulf of Oman as the war inflicts a toll on the world's critical shipping lanes.

Iranian Factions Squabble Over War Aims With Khamenei Absent - Bloomberg.com

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Pakistan Says Deal Is Close Even as Iran, US Harden Stances - Bloomberg

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Trump administration again urges US Supreme Court intervention on mail ballots - reuters.com

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Trump signed memo to allow use of cyber tools to target transnational criminal organizations, White House says - Reuters

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Trump looks to inflict economic pain on Iran - The Hill

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'If I go, you go, right?': Traveling on the presidential plane—without Trump - Reuters

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Trump sued over service that offers paid early access to Truth Social posts - Reuters

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Trump snaps back to economic warfare in struggle to make Iran tap out - The Hill

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Trump snaps back to economic warfare in struggle to make Iran tap out - thehill.com

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White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is leaving the Trump administration - AP News

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White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is leaving the Trump administration - apnews.com

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Trump’s vaccine order comes with political risks - The Hill

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Trump’s vaccine order comes with political risks - thehill.com

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Trump sued over service that offers paid early access to Truth Social posts - reuters.com

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Trump signed memo to allow use of cyber tools to target transnational criminal organizations, White House says - reuters.com

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'If I go, you go, right?': Traveling on the presidential plane - without Trump - Reuters

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Lawsuit seeks to ban Trump Media from charging for early access to president's posts on US policy - apnews.com

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'If I go, you go, right?': Traveling on the presidential plane—without Trump - reuters.com

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Trump Reverts to Economic Squeeze of ‘Entrenched’ Iranian Regime - Bloomberg.com

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US budget deficit widens in July on higher outlays, negative tariff receipts - Reuters

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US budget deficit widens in July on higher outlays, negative tariff receipts - reuters.com

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White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, youngest person to hold role, to leave at month's end - AP News

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Trump says press secretary Leavitt to leave job at month's end - Reuters

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Law firm with ties to Trump administration declines offer to represent migrant children - AP News

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Law firm with ties to Trump administration declines offer to represent migrant children - apnews.com

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Leavitt to leave White House press secretary role, Trump says - The Hill

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Leavitt to leave White House press secretary role, Trump says - thehill.com

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Trump says Karoline Leavitt resigning as White House press secretary

Trump says press secretary Leavitt to leave job at month's end - reuters.com

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Trump’s ‘energy emergency’ could fast-track massive expansion of Plaquemines LNG export terminal - AP News

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Trump’s ‘energy emergency’ could fast-track massive expansion of Plaquemines LNG export terminal - apnews.com

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Lawsuit seeks to ban Trump Media from charging for early access to president's posts on US policy - AP News

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Will Trump accounts and grandparent 529s bring down the price of college in the future?

Caps on student borrowing could also play into how America pays for college.

Credible missile threat led to secret aircraft switch for Trump, source says - Reuters

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US charges 11 in sham marriage immigration scheme, following Trump 'birth tourism' order - Reuters

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US charges 11 in sham marriage immigration scheme, following Trump 'birth tourism' order - reuters.com

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David Crowley's razor-thin primary win sets up Wisconsin governor's race against Trump's pick - apnews.com

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David Crowley's razor-thin primary win sets up Wisconsin governor's race against Trump's pick - AP News

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US July deficit tops $432 billion as outlays grow, tariff receipts stay negative - Reuters

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Trump administration to spend at least $900 million on White House construction projects: Report - The Hill

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Trump’s cost-of-living crunch - Politico

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Lawsuit launched over sale of early access to Truth Social posts - The Hill

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Lawsuit launched over sale of early access to Truth Social posts - thehill.com

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Credible missile threat led to secret aircraft switch for Trump, source says - reuters.com

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Trump sued over Truth Social's $100,000 early access service

The suit challenges Truth Social plan selling early access to Trump's market-moving posts.

Iran just raised the price of Trump’s waiting game - The Hill

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Iran just raised the price of Trump’s waiting game - thehill.com

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Trump administration again urges US Supreme Court intervention on mail ballots - Reuters

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Will Trump’s Supreme Court losses stop his agenda? - The Hill

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Will Trump’s Supreme Court losses stop his agenda? - thehill.com

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Trump officials float cut to capital gains tax on home sales. What it could mean for homeowners

Trump officials may be considering a tax break for homeowners selling their primary residence in the lead up to the midterm elections.

Houthi attack kills six in Red Sea; Trump slams Iran as hopes for Hormuz Strait deal dim

After the incidents in Bab el-Mandeb and the Gulf of Oman, President Donald Trump on Truth Social wrote of the Strait of Hormuz, "I THINK WE WILL KEEP IT!"

David Crowley’s razor-thin Wisconsin primary win sets up match against Trump pick - AP News

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David Crowley’s razor-thin Wisconsin primary win sets up match against Trump pick - apnews.com

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Trump sued over Truth Social advance access sale

The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in Manhattan, notes that Trump's posts on his own social media site often move financial markets.

Human rights groups sue Trump administration over ICC sanctions - The Hill

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Bob Iger, Joshua Kushner buy Los Angeles Lakers at a $12.5 billion valuation, source says

Venture capital founder Joshua Kushner and former Disney CEO Bob Iger acquire Mark Walter's stake in Los Angeles Lakers at valuation of more than $12 billion.

Rosie O’Donnell says ‘horrible’ Trump is reason she’s ‘refamous’ - The Hill

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Trump says US has 'total control' over Strait of Hormuz - Reuters

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Trump says US has 'total control' over Strait of Hormuz - reuters.com

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Trump administration set to spend at least $900 million on White House construction, Washington Post reports - Reuters

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Trump administration set to spend at least $900 million on White House construction, Washington Post reports - reuters.com

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Trump approval takes another hit: Poll - The Hill

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Trump approval takes another hit: Poll - thehill.com

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Schumer demands briefing on secret Trump flight from Turkey - The Hill

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Schumer demands briefing on secret Trump flight from Turkey - thehill.com

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Trump on third term: ‘The law is very strong’ - The Hill

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Trump on third term: ‘The law is very strong’ - thehill.com

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Trump pushes boundaries of Supreme Court losses - The Hill

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Trump’s vaccine order hands some MAHA voters a win. It also gives Democrats an attack line - apnews.com

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Trump’s vaccine order hands some MAHA voters a win. It also gives Democrats an attack line - AP News

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Takeaways from Wisconsin and Minnesota primaries, Trump addresses Air Force One ruse - AP News

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Takeaways from Wisconsin and Minnesota primaries, Trump addresses Air Force One ruse - apnews.com

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Trump administration set to spend at least $900 million on White House construction, WaPo reports - Reuters

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Trump’s goal to split MMR vaccine could take a decade, experts say - Reuters

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Trump’s goal to split MMR vaccine could take a decade, experts say - reuters.com

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Trump’s Gaza plan and Board of Peace face ticking clock - The Hill

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Trump puts vaccines on front burner ahead of crucial midterms for GOP - The Hill

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GOP worries time running out on Trump’s agenda with Congress - The Hill

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Trump’s Gaza plan and Board of Peace face ticking clock - thehill.com

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Doctors say Trump’s vaccine order will raise fears, cause confusion and endanger kids - AP News

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Doctors say Trump’s vaccine order will raise fears, cause confusion and endanger kids - apnews.com

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Trump comes up short with Lindell in Minnesota gubernatorial primary - The Hill

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Trump comes up short with Lindell in Minnesota gubernatorial primary - thehill.com

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Trump says Secret Service and the military wanted him off Air Force One in Turkey due to threat - apnews.com

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Trump says his plane faced 'greater risk' in flight change - Reuters

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Trump says his plane faced 'greater risk' in secret flight change - Reuters

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Federal judge reinforces block against Trump mail-in voting restrictions - The Hill

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Hegseth says Colombia’s new president has requested US collaboration in anti-drug efforts - AP News

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Arizona crypto ATM law helps 35 scam victims recover $171K

Qualifying new customers can receive full reimbursement, including fees, if they notify both the operator and law enforcement within 30 days.

Why Japanese firms are being so slow to use AI

Japanese risk aversion and conservatism blamed for slow AI take-up by the country's business sector.

Ford says it's increasing Lincoln production in the U.S. in 2030

Ford said on Wednesday that it will be increasing production of its Lincoln cars in the U.S. beginning in 2030.

China’s next economic ambition: workshop for the Muslim world

Chinese exporters are moving into halal food, cosmetics and fashion, but success in this vast market depends on something harder to manufacture than cheap…

Securitize falls 20% after earnings miss as tokenization revenue falls short

Tokenized assets hit a record and trading activity jumped, but revenue slipped in the firm’s first earnings report since going public.

Morgan Stanley's infrastructure partner Zerohash rebuffed in pitch to be U.S. trust bank

Zerohash, which handles crypto plumbing for Morgan Stanley's E*Trade, said it's planning on re-filing and hoping for a swift resolution.

Oil Drops After Five-Day Gain With Focus on Hormuz and Deficits - Bloomberg.com

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Expanding Capabilities to Combat Transnational Cyber-Enabled Crime

MEMORANDUM FOR THE VICE PRESIDENT THE SECRETARY OF STATE THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY THE SECRETARY OF WAR THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE SECRETARY OF COMMERCE THE…

National Substance Use Primary Prevention Month, 2026

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION This National Substance Use Primary Prevention Month, we renew our pledge to safeguard our…

Cisco sees record results from an AI ‘supercycle,’ but its stock pulls back

An 18% revenue surge and blowout 2027 forecast weren’t enough to sustain Cisco’s stock momentum.

Goldman’s latest deal underscores how ‘boomer candy’ ETFs are now big business on Wall Street

Goldman Sachs announced Wednesday that it has agreed to buy Neos Investments, adding yet another ETF shop to its fast-growing asset-management business.

Chip stocks are closing in on a bull market. Here’s why some analysts are nervous.

Wall Street is excited about growing backlogs at some AI infrastructure companies, but some experts caution that there’s no guarantee all those orders will be…

The 10 housing markets where the most sellers have listed their homes for less than what they paid

In some Sun Belt areas, nearly 1 in 5 sellers is asking for less than what they paid.

Rich Americans are propping up the travel economy as airfares soar 25% higher than last year

The cost of plane tickets has soared over the past year, but consumer demand has yet to slow down during this summer travel season.

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Investors are chasing the latest rally in gold as the yellow metal hits strongest level in 2 months

Gold settled at a two-month high on Wednesday, and investors who spent the summer waiting for an opening are now chasing a rally that many hope still has room…

Stocks making the biggest moves after hours: Cisco, Jack in the Box, Cerebras, StubHub & more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves after the bell.

Cisco's stock drops despite earnings, revenue beat

Even though Cisco's quarterly results topped estimates, they weren't good enough to satisfy Wall Street.

Goldman Sachs to acquire ETF manager NEOS in $2.25B deal

The deal would add NEOS’ $30 billion ETF business, including Bitcoin- and Ether-linked income funds, to Goldman Sachs Asset Management.

Cerebras stock plunges 14% after second earnings report following IPO

Cerebras Systems reported better-than-expected second-quarter revenue and and raised its full-year guidance.

NYC council announces probe into ‘predatory marketing practices’ on prediction markets

Council Speaker Julie Menin sent letters to four companies offering prediction market services to New Yorkers as part of an investigation into their marketing…

Cerebras raises full-year outlook, but stock drops after second earnings report following IPO

Cerebras Systems reported better-than-expected second-quarter revenue and and raised its full-year guidance.

US floats prospect of joint strikes on Colombian armed groups - Reuters

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Everything is going right for the financials sector. Why that is

Financials are running away as a group, with just about every corner offering something compelling for investors.

CoreWeave gains 19%, Nebius surges 34% in post-earnings neocloud rally

AI cloud giant CoreWeave jumped in premarket trading after reporting that its second-quarter revenue doubled on surging AI demand from hyperscalers.

Saudi Arabia ramps up oil exports through Mediterranean pipeline to avoid attacks in Red Sea

Oil exports from Egypt's Mediterranean port of Sidi Kerir have more than doubled. The crude is mostly from Saudi Arabia, according to Kpler.

Blanche seeks distance from ‘anti-weaponization’ fund questions: ‘It was never set up’ - The Hill

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Watch live: Hegseth gives remarks at ‘Shield of the Americas’ forum in Panama - The Hill

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Investors question data center loan valuations after latest Nvidia financing move

Data center loans are much more complex than mortgages and auto loans, investors caution

Kraken adds S&P 500 to funded trading program, commodities to follow

Kraken’s funded trading program adds round-the-clock exposure to the US equity benchmark as it builds out its multi-asset offering.

Democratic Socialist Advance Hits a Wall in Wisconsin Primary - Bloomberg.com

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SpaceX short sellers are running out of bullets as stock rebounds more than 40% off low

Short interest in SpaceX fell to about 11% of the company's publicly traded shares Wednesday, down sharply from a peak of 34% last week, according to S3.

Now China wants to become the shop floor for the Muslim world

Chinese exporters are moving into halal food, cosmetics and fashion, but success in this vast market depends on something harder to manufacture than cheap…

State Department establishes task force to end birth tourism - The Hill

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Alphabet’s stock slips as Nvidia’s $500 billion financing deal threatens custom chips

Investors are concerned that Alphabet faces a fresh threat from Nvidia’s plans to help fund the AI buildout alongside major Wall Street players.

U.S. budget deficit surged in July to highest level since March 2021

Beyond the big single-month jump, the collective red ink over the 10 months of the fiscal year rose to nearly $1.8 trillion, surpassing the same period in 2025.

Chili’s has hopped on the chicken-sandwich bandwagon, and it’s driving big sales gains

The number of chicken sandwiches sold at Chili’s locations has increased 175% — and shares of its parent company are now trading at record highs.

Bitwise cuts 14% of staff while still expecting growth

Crypto companies from including Coinbase, BitGo, Robinhood, Polygon and Pump.fun have announced workforce reductions this year, citing a variety of reasons…

'Nobody wants it': Lettuce prices see record-setting plunge as cyclospora spooks consumers

Lettuce prices posted their sharpest month-over-month decline on record as diners reconsider the vegetable amid the cyclospora outbreak.

SpaceX short sellers are running out of bullets as stock rebounds more than 30% off low

Short interest in SpaceX fell to about 11% of the company's publicly traded shares Wednesday, down sharply from a peak of 34% last week, according to S3.

SpaceX’s stock is getting a Grok-fueled boost

The company is best known for rocket launches but has big revenue goals for its AI business.

Goldman Sachs leaps into bitcoin income ETFs with $2.25 billion NEOS buyout

The $2.25 billion deal expands Goldman’s derivative platform to $130 billion in total ETF assets, taking direct aim at BlackRock's rival BITA fund, according…

Starbucks is close to the top of its multiyear range. The charts show it could break out higher

Frank Cappelleri breaks down the technicals on the coffee chain.

Discord ordered to suspend livestreams in Brazil

Discord told the BBC it was "thoughtfully reviewing" the order by Brazil's data protection agency and it was "committed to user safety"

Oil Tanker Seen Loading at Key Saudi Hub for First Time in Weeks - Bloomberg

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Bank of England tests stablecoin, digital pound interoperability in cross-border payments

The Digital Pound Lab is testing a cross-border trade finance flow combining stablecoin payments with simulated digital pound settlement.

Social Security recipients will get more money next year. Here’s how much the COLA may boost benefits.

Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment could be as much as 3.6% in 2027.

Super Micro gives a big sales forecast, but analysts wonder how long the momentum can last

Super Micro Computer impressed Wall Street with its profitability trends and revenue projections, but some analysts aren’t sure that the momentum is…

Wintermute plans $1 billion AI push beyond crypto: Bloomberg

The firm aims for non-crypto markets to drive over 50% of revenue by 2027, up from 10% currently, as it seeks to diversify its business.

Kalshi taps DoubleZero for Wall Street-style high-speed data feed

Kalshi is looking to meet institutional demands by adding DoubleZero data to its order book.

The stock market's tranquility is almost unprecedented. That's a red flag for Michael Burry

The high-profile investor said major market cycles can take months or even years to unfold, making timing them dangerous for investors using leverage.

HashKey begins beta distribution of Hong Kong-regulated HKDAP stablecoin

HashKey has become an authorized distributor for Anchorpoint’s HKDAP, expanding institutional access as Hong Kong’s regulated stablecoin market takes shape.

Stocks making the biggest moves midday: Wendy's, H&R Block, Quantinuum, CoreWeave, Cava & more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves midday.

Bank of America to invest $1.9 billion for 49.9% stake in Jio Financial NBFC unit

The deal is the latest large investment in India's financial services sector.

Nvidia, Intel, Google: Wall Street is partying like it’s 1999

The signs are all around that Wall Street is back in that dangerous atmosphere of giddy euphoria that those with long memories will remember from the infamous…

Voting machines have real security issues. Researchers worry they could be weaponized by election deniers. - Politico

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Amazon shares appear stuck in a rut. Trader Mike Khouw is betting things will stay that way

For investors who suspect Amazon could be range-bound for the next seven weeks, consider a “jade lizard.”

Small investors became a major stock market force. Now, they risk getting pushed back into the dark

Retail investors' access to information could take a hit at a time when they are more important than ever in financial markets.

Wendy's stock jumps on report of potential takeover bid from Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management

Peltz's relationship with Wendy's dates back to an activist campaign he led more than two decades ago.

How to best play a vitally important AI infrastructure cog using options

While the valuation is clearly not cheap, the profitability profile is extraordinary for a hardware company.

An active fund holding a whopping 800 stocks is beating major indexes. Here’s how.

For diversification in the stock market, there are actively managed alternatives to index funds.

Miden bets on privacy stablecoins with introduction of USDCx

USDCx will let users transact without publicly exposing balances, counterparties or transaction histories, while allowing selective disclosure for compliance.

Social Security recipients will get more money next year. Here’s how much benefits may rise.

Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment could be as much as 3.6% in 2027.

Crypto Long & Short: When capital can't move fast enough, markets pay the price

In this week's Crypto Long & Short, LMAX Group's Jenna Wright argues that markets break down not from too little capital but from capital stuck in the wrong…

This drone parts maker has doubled in 2026, but is 'very early' in its journey, Piper Sandler says

Unusual Machines is likely to keep rallying, as its business still has a lot of room to grow, according to Piper Sandler.

Lumentum’s stock surges, giving a further boost to the optical-networking trade

Excitement is building for Coherent’s earnings report after upbeat results from Lumentum.

CoreWeave surges 18% after a 'cleaner quarter.' Here's what's happening

AI cloud giant CoreWeave jumped in premarket trading after reporting that its second-quarter revenue doubled on surging AI demand from hyperscalers.

Google’s new Pixel 11 puts Gemini at center of AI phone battle with Apple

Google is launching the Pixel 11 lineup weeks before Apple rolls out a rebuilt Siri powered by Gemini AI models.

Postmaster General Steiner must resign - The Hill

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Trust, but hedge: Quietly violent summer lingers as bulls buy crash protection

It's been a wild summer for stocks, even if it may not feel like it at surface level.

Kalshi launches sports and crypto perps data feed on DoubleZero

Kalshi launched access to its sports and crypto perpetual data feed through DoubleZero’s dedicated fiber network to bolster institutional data access.

CoreWeave surges 23% after a 'cleaner quarter.' Here's what's happening

AI cloud giant CoreWeave jumped in premarket trading after reporting that its second-quarter revenue doubled on surging AI demand from hyperscalers.

Solar eclipse drives Europe hotel prices to over $1,000 a night

Eclipse demand pushed some Spain and Iceland stays above $1,000 a night, while Iceland hotels cut prices sharply closer to Aug. 12.

Smart contract blockchain Solana nearly froze Wednesday, Marinade Finance says

Solana nearly froze Wednesday, Marinade Finance says. The Foundation says it held up under stress.

A routing glitch at a major data center provider knocked nearly 29% of Solana’s staked tokens offline, bringing the network within striking distance of a full…

Solana neared a freeze threshold Wednesday, Marinade Finance says. The Foundation says it held up under stress.

A routing glitch at a major data center provider knocked nearly 29% of Solana’s staked tokens offline, bringing the network within striking distance of a full…

Home Depot CEO taking temporary medical leave, two top execs to run the retailer

Home Depot's CEO Ted Decker is taking a temporary medical leave of absence that's expected to last a few months.

Slovenia joins EU’s MiCA stablecoin register with first issuer

Slovenia entered the EU’s MiCA stablecoin register through electronic money institution Dinaro, as the update also added two new CASPs.

El Salvador’s Bitcoin experiment turns 5: ‘It was for us, not them’

Five years after El Salvador made Bitcoin legal tender, the experiment has fallen short of its original promises for locals, but it’s been great for Bitcoin’s…

Wintermute to pour $1B into AI, high-frequency trading amid TradFi expansion: Report

Wintermute will reportedly invest $1 billion in AI infrastructure and high-frequency trading as part of its expansion into traditional finance.

Standard Chartered-led Anchorpoint launches Hong Kong dollar stablecoin

HashKey Exchange and OSL Group are now authorized distributors, enabling institutional and professional investors to mint and redeem HKDAP tokens.

Eli Lilly is suing pharmacies and peptide vendors over sales of the next big weight-loss drug: retatrutide

Some Americans have turned to medical spas and pharmacies that sell peptides for health and wellness benefits for access to compounded versions of retatrutide.

Eli Lilly is suing pharmacies and peptide vendors over premature sales of the next big weight-loss drug: retatrutide

Some Americans have turned to medical spas and pharmacies that sell peptides for health and wellness benefits for access to compounded versions of retatrutide.

Eli Lilly is suing pharmacies and peptide vendors over sale of its next big weight-loss drug: retatrutide

Some Americans have turned to medical spas and pharmacies that sell peptides for health and wellness benefits for access to compounded versions of retatrutide.

Nebius adds to the excitement around neocloud stocks with upbeat earnings of its own

Investors are reacting positively to earnings results and demand signals from neocloud companies CoreWeave and Nebius.

Bitwise Cuts 14% of Jobs With Crypto Industry Under Pressure - Bloomberg

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America doesn’t need a second-class payments system

If an institution qualifies to participate in America’s banking system, it should have a clear path to America’s payment system, argues Anchorage Digital's…

The $30 trillion Treasury market is facing a painful reckoning. How rising yields could squeeze your portfolio.

The roughly $30 trillion Treasury market — widely seen as the bedrock of the global financial system — is facing a dangerous reckoning driven by a perfect…

CoreWeave surges 20% in premarket after a 'cleaner quarter.' Here's what's happening

AI cloud giant CoreWeave jumped in premarket trading after reporting that its second-quarter revenue doubled on surging AI demand from hyperscalers.

Bakery buys comedian's former sites after closure

Bakery business Janes Pantry confirms its plans to reopen at least 20 of the Coughlans shops.

Moderate Crowley Wins Wisconsin Primary in Upset, DDHQ Projects - Bloomberg.com

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Consumer prices rose 0.1% in July, as expected, putting the annual rate at 3.4%

The consumer price index was expected to increase 0.1% in July, with an annual rate of 3.4%.

Here are Wednesday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, SpaceX, Tesla, CoreWeave, Dell, Intel & more

Here are the biggest calls on Wall Street on Wednesday.

CoreWeave’s stock is rocketing after earnings lead to praise from bulls and bears alike

CoreWeave is broadening its customer base and benefiting from upbeat pricing dynamics, analysts say.

'Tougher times ahead': Don't expect blowout returns to continue, CEO of $2.3 trillion fund warns after record first half

Norway's sovereign wealth fund, the largest of its kind, is an investor in around 1.5% of the world's listed companies.

Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: CoreWeave, Super Micro Computer, Nebius, Cava & more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves premarket.

JPMorgan sees even more gains ahead for this little-known social media stock

The investment bank upgraded the livestream and social media name to overweight from neutral.

Meta and Nvidia plant 'very firm flag' in open-weight AI race led by Chinese Labs

With China way ahead in the market for open-weight models, Meta and Nvidia are both doing what they can to put the U.S. on the map.

Saudis Report Million-Barrel Output Rebound in July to OPEC - Bloomberg.com

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Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: CoreWeave, Super Micro Computer, Nebius & more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves premarket.

Lindell alleges voting irregularities, refuses to concede - The Hill

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Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: CoreWeave, Super Micro Computer, Coherent & more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves premarket.

Lloyds Metals Allowed to Ready Restart of Giant Papua New Guinea Copper Mine - Bloomberg

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This week’s solar eclipse could make stocks go down. No, really. Here’s why.

The eclipse on Wednesday is unlikely to lead to the end of the bull market. But could have some impact on investors.

CoreWeave surges 18% in premarket after a 'cleaner quarter.' Here's what's happening

AI cloud giant CoreWeave jumped in premarket trading after reporting that its second-quarter revenue doubled on surging AI demand from hyperscalers.

CoreWeave just reported strong second-quarter results. Here's what Wall Street is saying

CoreWeave delivered a second-quarter report that left even bearish analysts on the stock impressed.

Hong's defeat in Wisconsin deals blow to rising Democratic socialists

Progressive Democrats keep their winning streak rolling in Minnesota.

Mortgage rates finally stop rising, causing demand to trickle back

Mortgage rates finally eased a tiny bit, but it was enough to bring some demand back to a very beleaguered mortgage market.

Citadel Securities called the stock-market reset. Now it says leverage may build up again.

Strategist Scott Rubner says a growing list of stock-market buyers are pushing it in a positive direction, notably big hedge funds and institutional managers.

Citadel Securities called the stock-market reset. Now it sees the leverage buildup resuming.

Strategist Scott Rubner says a growing list of stock-market buyers are pushing it in a positive direction, notably big hedge funds and institutional managers.

Citadel Securities called the stock-market reset. Now it sees a leverage buildup on the horizon.

Strategist Scott Rubner says a growing list of stock-market buyers are pushing it in a positive direction, notably big hedge funds and institutional managers.

Spotify to introduce AI badge after listeners make feelings 'clear'

The new feature, starting from mid-September, will tell listeners if an artist is AI-generated.

Spotify to add label for AI-generated artists and remove them from recommendations

The new feature, starting from mid-September, will tell listeners if an artist is AI-generated.

Crowley stuns Hong in Wisconsin; Flanagan beats Craig in Minnesota

Progressive Democrats keep their winning streak rolling in Minnesota.

Lilly sues six companies over alleged illegal sales of experimental obesity drug retatrutide

The lawsuits target a range of businesses that allegedly marketed ⁠retatrutide products to consumers despite the drug remaining under clinical development.

Super Micro stock is rallying after results. Here’s what Wall Street is saying.

Here’s what analysts are saying about Super Micro.

China’s answer to Boeing and Airbus makes first international flight — could COMAC challenge the aviation duopoly?

China’s C919 has made its first scheduled international commercial flight, a milestone in COMAC’s bid to challenge Boeing and Airbus globally.

Coreweave surges 18% in premarket after a 'cleaner quarter'. Here's what's happening

AI cloud giant Coreweave jumped in premarket trading after reporting that its second-quarter revenue doubled on surging AI demand from hyperscalers.

New York City Council announces probe into prediction market platforms’ marketing strategies

In letters to four prediction market platforms, City Council Speaker Julie Menin said the council was also actively considering legislation to address concerns.

AI capex could hit $1.6 trillion next year, says fund manager who sees more echoes of 1998 than the dot-com bust

A T. Rowe Price fund manager thinks the hyperscalers can comfortably fund their investment spending, and moreover, derive high returns on that invested capital…

Another AI lab is burning through cash as Tencent earnings rise

It’s not just American artificial-intelligence companies burning through cash as they roll out ever-more advanced models.

Chinese tech giant Tencent posts revenue beat on accelerating games sales, AI-driven ads

Tencent stock was down 26% so far in 2026 as the company faces intense competition in China in AI and investors grow jittery about its rising spending.

Can I claim 50% of my husband’s Social Security now — and switch to my higher benefit at 70?

“I would like to offer a piece of advice for women who are or have been married.”

Musician John Oates sells his idyllic Colorado ranch for $6.9 million

Rock ‘n’ roll legend John Oates, best known as half of the duo Hall & Oates, has sold the Aspen ranch he has owned for 35 years.

Jaguar Land Rover owner Tata Group's chairman to step down

Chandrasekaran said he would not seek reappointment when his term ends due to a lack of support from the Tata Sons board.

Hormuz closure squeezes global economy as oil demand destruction intensifies, IEA says

The IEA expects oil demand to fall by 1.6 million barrels a day in 2026 as high fuel prices and Strait of Hormuz disruptions weigh on consumption.

A stock just surged on news Situational Awareness had bought it. But its current fate is unclear.

Financial market disclosures made by Situational Awareness, the once-soaring hedge fund that had to liquidate its portfolio of stocks, moved a stock on…

World's largest sovereign wealth fund posts record $184 billion profit as it reveals SpaceX stake for the first time

The fund — currently valued at around $2.34 trillion — is an investor in more than 7,000 companies across 60 countries.

Progressive Democrats get another win in Minnesota US Senate primary - AP News

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How affordable are Edinburgh's festivals?

The city is no stranger to complaints about soaring prices during August - but are costs on the rise?

Homes near pylons to get £250 a year off energy bills – first sites revealed

Households living within 1,600ft of upgraded pylons will get £250 a year off their electricity bills.

Google’s new AI boss inherits a race to catch OpenAI and Anthropic

Koray Kavukcuoglu is taking charge of Google DeepMind as it tries to keep Gemini competitive with OpenAI and Anthropic.

Oil prices rise as Red Sea, Gulf of Oman attacks heighten supply concerns

Oil prices rose on Wednesday after deadly attacks on vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Oman heightened concerns over risks to global shipping routes.

PM admits cost of living help is not enough and hints at further support

The PM has announced a rake of measures to help people since taking office three weeks ago.

Why the historic U.S.-Japan intervention has failed to halt the yen’s slide

The Japanese yen has erased about half of the gains from an unprecedented U.S.-Japan intervention less than two weeks ago.

AI agents' 'alarming' hacking skills creates rush to spend on cybersecurity

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EVs dominate China’s car market: 5 takeaways from the country's latest auto sales data

The China Passenger Car Association released data Tuesday showing penetration of new energy vehicles rose in July. Tesla's Model Y remained popular.

Sen. Darline Graham advances to Republican special primary runoff in South Carolina

Progressive Democrats hope to keep their winning streak rolling in Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Crypto Boss Eyes Second Act for Malaysia’s $100 Billion City - Bloomberg.com

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