Crypto & macro news — 18 August 2026

‘Too many people go bankrupt’: Should Medicare provide catastrophic coverage?

“Such a system would help ensure that no one is financially devastated by a serious illness or injury.”

30-year Treasury yield tops 5.33%, new 19-year high, on inflation and spending concerns

Long-dated fixed income hit their highest level in almost two decades amid a worsening U.S. fiscal situation and persistently higher inflation.

Global borrowing costs hit fresh highs over oil, AI and inflation concerns

Interest rates on long-term US, UK, German and Japanese government debt have soared.

The Fed minutes are coming —and they’re more crucial now as Warsh limits his communication

Investors are starved for information in a new world of “terse” communication from the central bank.

Global borrowing costs hit fresh highs on oil, AI and inflation

Interest rates on long-term US, UK, German and Japanese government debt have soared.

30-year Treasury yield tops 5.33%, new 19-year high on inflation, spending concerns

Tuesday saw yields on U.S. 30-year Treasury yields add over 1 basis point to trade at around 5.322%, hovering just below its highest level since 2002.

U.S. 30-year Treasury yield hits highest level since 2007 amid global bond sell-off

Concerns about inflation and more debt supply is hitting the fixed income sector.

The 30-year Treasury yield just hit a 19-year high. Three things could drive it even higher

The yield on the 30-year U.S. Treasury has surged to its highest level in 19 years, and some strategists see scope for the move to go further.

SEC proposes new crypto rules in absence of CLARITY Act

The proposed rules from the US securities regulator would provide companies with a safe harbor from tokens being treated as“investment contracts” and certain…

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U.S. SEC proposes first major crypto rule in surprise announcement

The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the "Regulation Crypto" proposal after having cancelled a meeting days before meant to vote on it.

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Hims & Hers CEO says FTC lawsuit misunderstands how the company works

Hims & Hers CEO Andrew Dudum spoke to CNBC about the FTC's lawsuit against the company, compounded GLP-1 drugs and AI.

Disney-owned ABC files First Amendment lawsuit against FCC

Disney's ABC has sued the FCC claiming its investigation and early broadcast licenses renewal are a 'retaliatory campaign' due to its programming.

Nukes all around? A fraying U.S. nuclear umbrella is pushing allies to weigh defense options, raising risk of a proliferation cascade

As countries take more responsibility for their own defense and nuclear states step back from arms-control commitments, the question of proliferation arises.

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Bitcoin tags $65K as S&P 500 rebounds from 2-week lows on US-Iran rhetoric

Bitcoin returned to $65,000 for the first time in a week as fresh BTC price volatility accompanied US claims that the Strait of Hormuz was “open and operating.”

Lebanon is handing over an Assad-era general after war crimes questioning - AP News

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Russia says its economy is strong. It just fired a top economist who warned otherwise

Andrei Klepach was reportedly fired from his role after presenting a report warning that Russia could not win a prolonged war of attrition with Ukraine.

Global bond yields hit multi-decade highs as governments pay the price for U.S.-Iran stalemate

International government bond yields followed U.S. Treasury yields higher on Tuesday.

Treasury yields rise as oil gains and U.S.-Iran tensions fuel inflation fears

Tuesday saw yields on U.S. 30-year Treasury yields add over 1 basis point to trade at around 5.322%, hovering just below its highest level since 2002.

Ship attacked in Hormuz Strait as U.S.-Iran ceasefire expiry risks prolonged conflict

U.S., Iran appeared to be digging in for a protracted conflict, hardening their positions and rejecting renewed negotiations after a temporary truce lapsed.

Peace Is More Dangerous Than War for Iran’s New Leaders - Bloomberg.com

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Peace Is More Dangerous Than War for Iran’s New Leaders - Bloomberg

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Trump-endorsed Mills in Florida loses primary amid House Ethics probe - The Hill

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Trump-endorsed Mills loses primary in Florida amid House Ethics probe - The Hill

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Trump-endorsed Lauf loses GOP primary for open Donalds seat in Florida - The Hill

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Trump pushes for Kim Jong Un meeting this year, WSJ reports - Reuters

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In Florida’s MAGA Stronghold, ‘Trump’s Guy’ Faces Insurgent GOP Rival - Bloomberg.com

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Trump administration moves ahead to end roadless rule on national forests - apnews.com

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US sanctions ICC president, senior trial lawyer in latest attack on court - reuters.com

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US sanctions ICC president, senior trial lawyer in latest attack on court - Reuters

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US hits ICC president and senior prosecutor with sanctions in another move against the court - AP News

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Trump threatened to bomb Oman because he's unhappy with country's deal with Iran, officials say - apnews.com

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Trump administration moves to open up logging in national forests - The Hill

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US-South Korea military drills to be cut short after Trump order, media reports - Reuters

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US-South Korea to cut duration and scope of military drills after Trump order - Reuters

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US, South Korea to cut length, scope of military drills after Trump order - Reuters

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US, South Korea to cut length, scope of military drills after Trump order - reuters.com

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Carney and Trump speak again as tariff deadline looms - Reuters

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Trump says no talks planned with Iran, Tehran says Strait of Hormuz still shut - reuters.com

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Ossoff battle with Trump, White House gets nasty - The Hill

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Judge OKs paint tests for Trump’s Eisenhower Executive Office Building makeover - The Hill

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AP Interview: Ralph Norman questions Trump's endorsement of Darline Graham in South Carolina runoff - apnews.com

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Bolton: Trump’s foreign policy agenda ‘lost at sea’ amid Iran tensions - The Hill

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Ossoff says Trump is ‘draft-dodging crook president’ at Georgia town hall meeting - The Hill

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Psaki questions Ossoff on White House aide remark - The Hill

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Trump agencies to set crypto policy as bill stalls, limiting industry's gains - reuters.com

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AP Interview: Ralph Norman questions Trump's endorsement of Darline Graham in South Carolina runoff - AP News

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Trump administration moves ahead to end roadless rule on national forests - AP News

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Rubio announces sanctions on ICC president - The Hill

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US, Canada Dig In on Tariff Negotiations as Deal Hopes Fade - bloomberg.com

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US, Canada Dig In on Tariff Negotiations as Deal Hopes Fade - Bloomberg

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Quebec separatist leader says no independence referendum until Trump leaves office - apnews.com

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Whistleblowers accuse Trump administration of ‘predetermined’ outcomes in Ivy League antisemitism investigations - The Hill

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Trump, Carney reportedly in talks ahead of new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods

Trump has already imposed a variety of tariffs on Canada and its specific exports, including metals, lumber and auto parts.

US sanctions International Criminal Court president, senior lawyer - Reuters

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US judge allows Trump to end thousands of Ethiopians' deportation protections - reuters.com

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Trump says US has no talks planned with Iran and other news from the Middle East - AP News

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Jon Ossoff smears Trump for ‘traveling with Natalie’: Say what? - The Hill

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Jon Ossoff smears Trump for ‘traveling with Natalie’: Say what? - thehill.com

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Preservation group urges Supreme Court to suspend Trump’s White House ballroom project - AP News

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Preservation group urges Supreme Court to suspend Trump’s White House ballroom project - apnews.com

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Carney and Trump speak ahead of 50% US tariff deadline - reuters.com

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Trump points to India’s voter ID rules in call to pass SAVE America Act - The Hill

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Trump administration moves to rescind rule that protects millions of forest acres - Reuters

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Trump administration moves to rescind rule that protects millions of forest acres - reuters.com

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Port of LA Has Near-Record July as Importers Navigate Trade War - Bloomberg

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Trump’s Syria envoy says Israeli air strikes on base ‘unnecessary escalation’ - The Hill

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Trump is threatening to bomb Oman, but why? - AP News

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Trump attacks ‘fake Republican’ Drummond in fiery Oklahoma gubernatorial runoff - The Hill

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Trump attacks ‘fake Republican’ Drummond in fiery Oklahoma gubernatorial runoff - thehill.com

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Trump moves to strip protections from 44M acres of national forest - The Hill

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Trump moves to strip protections from 44M acres of national forest - thehill.com

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Preservationist group urges Supreme Court to keep White House ballroom paused - The Hill

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Drills cut by Trump are central to the US-South Korea alliance, observers say - apnews.com

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Drills cut by Trump are central to the US-South Korea alliance, observers say - AP News

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Disney and ABC sue Trump's media regulator to stop early licence renewal

The network accuses the administration of retaliation against ABC, as it "disapproves of what ABC broadcasts".

US judge allows Trump to end thousands of Ethiopians' deportation protections - Reuters

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White House defends Trump's ability to vote by mail - reuters.com

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Carney and Trump speak ahead of 50% US tariff deadline - Reuters

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Trump says no talks scheduled with Iran as he teases action in Hormuz Strait

Trump insists the U.S., not Iran, is in control of the strait, even though transiting vessels continue to come under attack and few attempt the crossing.

Judge rules paint tests on Eisenhower Building can proceed, advancing Trump's makeover plans for now - AP News

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Trump says no talks planned with Iran, Tehran says Strait of Hormuz still shut - Reuters

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Trump says US and Canada strike deal, temporarily pauses tariffs - Reuters

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Trump pauses tariffs on Canadian imports, Carney says key work remains - Reuters

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Trump pauses tariffs on Canadian imports, Carney says key work remains - reuters.com

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Trump-linked World Liberty says WorldClaw is independent after questions over AI model access

WLFI says the AI platform is independent and uses USD1 as a payment rail, but would not say whether it has equity, financing, revenue-sharing or other economic…

Why the Trump-backed crypto venture is distancing itself from Hong Kong AI aggregator WorldClaw

WLFI says the AI platform is independent and uses USD1 as a payment rail, but would not say whether it has equity, financing, revenue-sharing or other economic…

Trump invokes presidential privilege in lawsuit over law firm orders - Reuters

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Trump invokes presidential privilege in lawsuit over law firm orders - reuters.com

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Trump says no talks are taking place with Iran and none are scheduled - reuters.com

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Trump threatened to bomb Oman because he's unhappy with country's deal with Iran, officials say - AP News

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US and Canada hold last-minute talks to stop Trump’s 50% tariffs - apnews.com

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Drills cut by Trump are central to the US-South Korea alliance - AP News

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Rosie O’Donnell to Trump during talk show return: ‘I know you’re watching’ - The Hill

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Trump says no talks are taking place with Iran and none are scheduled - Reuters

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White House defends Trump's ability to vote by mail - Reuters

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Quebec separatist leader says no independence referendum until Trump leaves office - AP News

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Trump says US has no planned talks with Iran and other news from the Middle East - AP News

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Jimmy Kimmel infuriated Trump. Now Disney is suing the FCC over what it calls a ‘retaliatory campaign.’

Disney says the Trump administration “has attacked ABC’s speech — the stories its journalists report and the viewpoints its network programs air.”

Trump posts map labeling Strait of Hormuz as US territory - The Hill

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Kelly on reduced joint exercises with South Korea: Trump should ‘read some history’ - The Hill

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Kelly on reduced joint exercises with South Korea: Trump should ‘read some history’ - thehill.com

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US and Canada hold last-minute talks to stop Trump’s 50% tariffs - AP News

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Trump’s ballroom is no ‘monument’ — it’s an abuse of constitutional power - The Hill

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Trump’s ballroom is no ‘monument’ — it’s an abuse of constitutional power - thehill.com

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US, Canada Barrel Toward 50% Tariff as Trump Deadline Approaches - Bloomberg.com

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Drug prices have declined sharply, and Trump is taking credit. The reason behind the drop is complex - AP News

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Drug prices have declined sharply, and Trump is taking credit. The reason behind the drop is complex - apnews.com

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Trump agencies to set crypto policy as bill stalls, limiting industry's gains - Reuters

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Trump’s aircraft carrier demands may lead to waiting game for Navy - The Hill

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Trump put to the test with Mills in Florida primary fight - The Hill

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Trump’s aircraft carrier demands may lead to waiting game for Navy - thehill.com

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Trump put to the test with Mills in Florida primary fight - thehill.com

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South Korea president stresses US alliance as many baffled by Trump order to cut exercises - apnews.com

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Trump's Oman bomb threat an attempt to get their 'attention,' says former ambassador

The attack caused damage to the engine room and resulted in a crew casualty, UKMTO said, adding that the remaining crew were being assisted by the Omani Coast…

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South Korea president stresses US alliance as many baffled by Trump order to cut exercises - AP News

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South Korea must brace for ‘worst-case scenario,’ President Lee says, as Trump cuts military drills

The annual exercises, are defensive and not intended to attack North Korea or raise tensions on the peninsula, Lee said.

US-Iran Peace Prospects Dim as Trump Rejects Truce Extension - Bloomberg.com

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Florida holds primaries for governor and Congress, testing Trump’s grip on adopted state - AP News

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Florida holds primaries for governor and Congress, testing Trump’s grip on adopted state - apnews.com

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South Korea’s Lee Pushes for Nuclear Sub Deal After Trump Rebuke - Bloomberg.com

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Jeffries: Trump administration must protect Palestinians from ‘lawbreaking settlers’ - The Hill

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Jeffries: Trump administration must protect Palestinians from ‘lawbreaking settlers’ - thehill.com

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Judge blocks the Trump administration from moving FBI headquarters to DC office building - AP News

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Trump’s slight of South Korea in favor of the North raises broader US security concerns - AP News

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Trump’s slight of South Korea in favor of the North raises broader US security concerns - apnews.com

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US-Canada trade talks 'intense' as new tariff deadline looms

Mark Carney will need to sell Canadians on any concessions made to the US as negotiators scramble to reach a deal to avoid Trump’s latest tariffs.

Carney's final chance to convince Trump as US-Canada trade deadline looms

The Canadian PM will need to sell his compatriots on any concessions made to the US as negotiators scramble to reach a deal to avoid Trump’s latest tariffs.

Trump says concern about USS Abraham Lincoln is ‘a CNN fake report’ - The Hill

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What Chinese liquor maker Moutai's slump says about the country's economy

Kweichow Moutai's half-year report showed a rare drop in net profit, following the first annual drop on record.

The critical tech staying safe by going underground

The war in Ukraine has spurred people to consider putting vital infrastructure underground.

'Banned over a pair of £2 sandals': Why some sellers are complaining about Vinted

Several thousands of Vinted users say they have been wrongly suspended or permanently banned from the preloved app.

Robinhood CEO urges U.S. to clear path for tokenized stocks as overseas markets advance

Vlad Tenev says tokenized stocks could bring real-time settlement and 24/7 trading, but U.S. rules remain a hurdle.

Mobile payments on the rise but cash decline slows

Nine in 10 mobile wallet users have their debit card loaded as their default payment method, new data shows.

‘This is very stressful’: My son’s roof was damaged in a storm, but his insurance won’t pay. Can he fight this?

“They’re saying the roof now needs to be completely replaced.”

Jim Cramer says the market is too negative — and that’s creating buying opportunities

CNBC’s Jim Cramer said widespread pessimism over rising rates, oil prices and inflation is pushing stocks lower and creating attractive buying opportunities.

Stock futures are little changed after S&P 500 posts third straight losing day: Live updates

The stock market reaction was relatively muted, even with long-term bond yields reaching multi-decade highs.

Meta hooked children on Facebook and Instagram, court hears

Meta argued social media addiction does not exist, as a trial stemming from a major lawsuit brought by US states got under way.

Meta hooked children on Facebook and Instagram, US court hears

Meta argued social media addiction does not exist, as a trial stemming from a major lawsuit brought by US states started.

Fake polling from mysterious company highlights danger of unvetted election surveys - AP News

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D-backs manager Lovullo: Marte returns to Phoenix for knee testing, hopeful he can play again in '26 - AP News

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Meta is facing its ‘Big Tobacco’ moment — and investors can profit

Even a loss in the landmark youth-safety trial would do little to hurt Mark Zuckerberg’s empire.

US securities regulator proposes long-awaited crypto rules - reuters.com

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U.S. accounting-standards group proposes way to see stablecoins as 'cash equivalent'

The Financial Accounting Standards Board, a nonprofit that governs accounting practices, proposed that certain stablecoins should fit the bill as cash-like.

Zelenskyy’s Popular Ex-Minister Calls for Ukrainian Election - Bloomberg.com

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OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT for Teens experience with 'stronger built-in safety protections'

ChatGPT for Teens includes a number of educational features and applies age-appropriate safeguards, OpenAI said.

Stocks making the biggest moves after hours: Toll Brothers, Keysight Technologies, La-Z-Boy & more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves in extended trading.

Gold mine collapses in Central African Republic, killing at least 30 miners - AP News

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Hidden Valley Ranch dressing may be a victim of this summer’s salad scare

As the cyclospora outbreak has made consumers more cautious about salad purchases, one analyst points to sales declines for Clorox’s Hidden Valley brand.

FalconX, Interstice Connect Canton to Ethereum, Solana and Robinhood Chain

The non-custodial cross-chain swap engine connects Canton’s institutional tokenized-asset markets with liquidity and trading activity across major public…

After an Alzheimer’s diagnosis it’s not to late to get your finances in order

Careful planning in the early stages of memory loss can prevent financial and estate-planning headaches later.

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American Airlines to bring back TV screens on US flights

It is also adding more premium seats, with the changes aimed at improving the travel experience and boosting revenue.

Here’s a ‘ridiculously cheap’ way to protect yourself against a stock-market selloff

Wall Street’s ‘fear gauge’ is signaling the all-clear, despite myriad looming risks.

If AI is a bubble, could rising yields pop it?

Many stocks tied to the AI trade have soared on the promise of posting ultrahigh earnings years from now, but rising yields could throw water on that outlook.

A grenade blast near a school complex in the Afghan capital wounds at least 42 children, the UN says - AP News

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S&P 500 falls for a third day, as elevated global bond yields and oil prices weigh on market: Live updates

The S&P 500 fell on Tuesday, pressured by a run in sovereign bond yields to multidecade highs amid concerns of persistent inflation and elevated oil prices.

ESPN co-founder Bill Rasmussen dies at 93 from the effects of Parkinson’s disease

Bill Rasmussen, who co-founded ESPN in 1979 after being fired from a public relations job in the World Hockey Association, died Tuesday. He was 93.

Ripple- and Coinbase-funded PAC spends $2M in Florida race with little mention of crypto

A Florida representative not running for reelection who voted against the GENIUS and CLARITY Acts has endorsed a Democratic candidate, possibly leading to…

My co-workers complain about minor things and make every meeting miserable. How should I deal with them?

“They work from home, make six figures, have a good work-life balance and can take breaks pretty much whenever they want.”

Liberia agrees to take 1,200 deportees from the United States - AP News

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America’s growing debt pile will be the big focus Wednesday as global bond rout deepens

How much will the U.S. need to pay to convince the world to keep lending it money?

Liberia agrees to take 1,200 third-country deportees from the US - AP News

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Cypherpunk launches Zcash mining fleet controlling 18% of network hashrate

The $33.3 million Winklevoss Capital deal expands Cypherpunk’s ZEC strategy as it targets 5% ownership of the cryptocurrency’s circulating supply.

The market is broadening and it’s time to look beyond megacap tech. Three charts show why

The secular bull market is ongoing and becoming more widespread with participation from stocks in areas outside of tech and energy.

Ravens defensive lineman Calais Campbell says football brings him joy amid family tragedy - AP News

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Mexico Weighs Tougher Trade Rules for China as US Talks Grind On - Bloomberg

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Income investors need to 'wake up' to the new market regime. Where to find solid yields now

With Kevin Warsh heading the Federal Reserve, investors have to accept the reality of a new market regime, said Luis Alvarado at Wells Fargo.

Mortgage rates could move even higher — dealing a fresh blow to home buyers

Mortgage rates rose slightly due to a deepening bond-market selloff.

Wyoming joins $15 billion LayerZero exodus with state stablecoin move

This is the first time a U.S. government entity has publicly replaced its blockchain infrastructure specifically on security grounds.

The national debt is about to hit $40 trillion. Here’s how it can hurt Americans.

A research group looked at the consequences for a student financing college, a family buying a home and a Social Security recipient.

Jackson State University pursues top research status - AP News

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Walmart, Target results could put this earnings season to the test. What analysts are saying on retailers

Some of the largest retailers report earnings this week. Here's what Wall Street is expecting.

Ecuadorean diplomat nominated as candidate to lead UN - Reuters

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What the Meta Platforms trial means for investors

Meta could pay hundreds of billions in damages, but potential changes to how content is served are a bigger concern for shareholders

Kraken’s Krak debuts US debit card as Payward broadens financial services push

The multi-asset card lets US customers spend crypto and fiat and earn cashback as Kraken’s parent company expands across financial services.

U.S. government debt yields are surging at a bad time. Here's what's behind the move

Fixed income market watchers ascribe a run that began in June to a number of variables.

Penn State frat pledges were made to cut and bag cocaine for college drug ring, authorities say - AP News

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Apple overhauls Europe app store fees to resolve payments clash

The iPhone maker said the changes "resolve" disagreements with regulators stemming from the implementation of Europe's Digital Markets Act.

Here’s the case for Nvidia’s stock to climb 55% from here, according to BofA

An analyst is looking past financing risks and noting that Nvidia could appeal to investors through its enhanced share buybacks.

Bitcoin has gone quiet as traders chase ‘5x or 10x’ payoffs elsewhere

Bitcoin's price swings have hit a cycle low, squeezed by a market tug-of-war with no clear winner. The traders who once lived off its chaos have taken their…

The CDC has zombie programs. Congress funds them, but few people are left to do the work - AP News

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Stocks making the biggest moves midday: Meta, Amylyx, Baidu, Klarna, Coherent, Sandisk & more

Here are some of the companies making headlines in midday trading.

Bond yields are climbing. Here’s what that means for mortgages and other consumer borrowing

Long-term government bond yields have risen sharply in recent days. Higher bond yields push consumer borrowing costs up, sometimes immediately.

Soon you can buy Medicare Advantage plans at Costco. What you need to know.

The warehouse club becomes the latest consumer brand to offer health insurance.

What the Meta Platform trial means for investors

Meta could pay hundreds of billions in damages, but potential changes to how content is served are a bigger concern for shareholders

Federal prosecutors blast ex-Celsius CEO’s motion to vacate as ‘without merit’

Despite already serving a 12-year sentence in federal prison, Alex Mashinsky continues to explore legal avenues to vacate his conviction related to activities…

Analysis: Bond market pressure is squeezing Main Street as Wall Street waits on Warsh

A sell-off in long-term Treasurys is raising borrowing costs, exposing how debt, AI spending and energy are turning the bond market into a political problem.

Wall Street wants to turn sports betting into ETFs. Critics call it dangerous ‘nonsense.’

The convergence of investing, trading and sports betting may be getting a major shot in the arm — or shot on goal — starting with 32 new exchange-traded funds.

AI chip stocks were riding high. Here’s why Micron and others are now pulling back.

Analysts note high expectations, concerns about elevated Treasury yields and a potential letdown surrounding Anthropic’s financial progress,

This cancer drug stock could double as its treatment hits the market, JPMorgan says

The investment bank initiated coverage with an overweight rating.

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Metaplanet expands Bitcoin treasury strategy to US with 2,100-BTC Nasdaq play

The proposed deal with Nasdaq-listed Super League Enterprise would give the Tokyo-based company a foothold in US capital markets while using existing Bitcoin…

Can you get a piece of State Farm’s $5 billion cash-back dividend? Here’s how to check.

If your car was insured by State Farm in 2025, you’re in luck: You likely qualify for a dividend payment from the insurance giant.

Gambling is everywhere. How do financial advisers keep clients from going overboard?

Financial advisers tell us how they handle clients who love to gamble

Global borrowing costs hit fresh highs

Interest rates on long-term US, UK, German and Japanese government debt have soared.

Kraken adds U.S. stocks in Europe as TradFi-crypto divide blurs

The exchange said it is the first crypto company to offer European customers both traditional U.S. equities and tokenized versions of those assets on a single…

Lindsay Clancy was ‘begging for help’ before killing her children, former mother-in-law testifies - AP News

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Widely followed investor survey shows extreme bullishness with little worry about rate hikes or AI spending

Bank of America Securities' latest global fund manager survey showed investor sentiment is at its third most bullish level going back to 2022.

Neuberger teams with Securitize on multi-chain tokenized fixed-income fund launch

The $613 billion asset manager will subadvise a high-yield fund tokenized across Ethereum, Solana, Avalanche and Sui.

Photonics and optics: This AI-linked group is easily beating the rest of the market. How to trade it

Photonics stocks have collectively doubled their value over the past year, and they've still got steam thanks to AI. Here's how to play the winning theme.

ABC sues FCC over challenge to its broadcast licenses, saying actions present 'existential threat' - AP News

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Is SpaceX an AI play or a space stock? Two months after the IPO, investors still can’t decide.

Shares don’t trade like the “Big Tech” stocks, and their correlation to the space sector is “mixed,” according to a new analysis.

Bitcoin Whales End Selling Spree, Adding $2.9 Billion in 60 Days - Bloomberg

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Data centers, crypto, and tax revisions take center stage in Tuesday primaries

Incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan of Alaska is facing a serious challenge from former Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola.

6% Treasury yields are the biggest risk facing stocks right now. Here’s why.

A global bond-market rout was starting to put some pressure on stocks on Tuesday, as major U.S. indexes headed for a third-straight session in the red.

Small projects lift Home Depot quarterly sales, but outlook unchanged in a slumping housing market - AP News

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The Moscow region is hit by a drone blitz as Russian missiles kill 10 in a Ukrainian village - AP News

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S&P 500 falls, hurt by elevated global bond yields and oil prices: Live updates

The S&P 500 fell on Tuesday, pressured by a run in sovereign bond yields to multidecade highs amid concerns of persistent inflation and elevated oil prices.

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Disney sues FCC over its attempt to rein in content, challenge its ABC licenses - The Hill

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A blast from old munitions injures 6 Thai workers in northern Israel - AP News

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Bitcoin miners’ AI pivot pays off, but mining could revive with one twist

Miners with AI and high-performance computing contracts have commanded higher valuations as declining bitcoin prices and hashprice squeeze pure-play operators.

Global bond yields surge as debt fears test bitcoin’s hedge narrative

Long-term borrowing costs are reaching multi-decade highs as U.S. debt approaches $40 trillion and AI hyperscalers accelerate bond issuance.

Ukrainian convicted of espionage in Germany gets prison as 2 others are acquitted - AP News

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Japan's Metaplanet launching U.S. bitcoin treasury company through $135 million nanocap deal

The deal involves Metaplanet contributing 2,100 bitcoin and $2.5 million in cash, valuing the initial investment at $134.6 million.

‘This is very stressful’: My son’s roof was damaged in a storm, but his insurance won’t pay. How can he fight this?

“They’re saying the roof now needs to be completely replaced.”

Kalshi seeks to launch ‘perps’ on equity indexes as it moves in on traditional exchanges' turf

The company is seeking to launch a "US500" perp tied to the MerQube U.S. Large Cap Index, according to a regulatory filing.

This gene-based therapeutics stock could nearly triple, analysts say

Three firms initiated coverage of the the gene-based therapeutics company.

U.S. investors have been buying stocks all month and are now sitting on profits. Here’s what might make them sell.

Given investors are sitting on unrealised gains and there are few short positions still open, the markets are more vulnerable to a downturn in economic…

The best fabric for extreme heat? It’s more complicated than you think - AP News

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‘We are committed Christians’: Our son and daughter-in-law cut us out of their lives after a political argument. Should we change our $3 million will?

“We are hurt and confused, but we have also tried to respect the boundaries they have established.”

IRS clarifies 'no tax on overtime' deduction rules. What workers need to know

Taxpayers who were unsure whether they qualified or how much they could claim will likely have an easier time when they file their 2026 tax returns, expert say.

HashKey taps Hong Kong's first regulated stablecoin to settle insurance and trade deals

Following institutional trials, the HKD-pegged asset is being put to work to capture part of Hong Kong's $49 billion trade corridor with the United Arab…

I used a human travel agent instead of AI — and cut $2,000 off the price of my European vacation

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Why it’s better to buy stocks at record highs than wait for the next crash

Record highs are what bull markets do. If you wait for a 20% drop, you could still pay more than what you’d pay now.

A payments app built by crypto exchange Kraken just launched a cash back debit card in bid for consumer wallets

Kraken is vying for a place in consumer wallets as crypto evolves from an asset class into infrastructure for mainstream financial products.

How to manage estate planning after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis

Careful planning in the early stages of memory loss can prevent financial and estate-planning headaches later.

Toyota Finance opens tokenized bonds to retail investors via mobile payment app

Retail investors can apply to buy the 1 billion yen bond without a securities account and receive perks through Toyota’s payment app.

Home Depot rides steady repair demand as housing market remains subdued - Reuters

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Tuesday, August 17, 2026: Jim Cramer discusses his next moves for the Investing Club

Primary election season rolls into Alaska, Florida and Wyoming

Incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan of Alaska is facing a serious challenge from former Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola.

Citi plans to launch bitcoin custody for institutional clients later this year

The Wall Street bank plans to let clients hold bitcoin alongside traditional assets through its new Custody+ platform.

Crypto’s easy-money era is ending in a wave of failures

Inflated valuations and weak business models are driving crypto’s shakeout, Global Settlement Network CEO Ryan Kirkley says.

Ed Yardeni on when it will be time to worry about the 'Bond Vigilantes'

Yardeni, who coined the term "Bond Vigilantes," said he isn't "pushing the panic button" amid the sharp rise in sovereign bond yields.

The top 10 colleges for financial aid in 2026, according to The Princeton Review — and what families actually pay

With cost a top concern, these colleges are considered the most generous with their financial aid packages.

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Contrarian vs. the crowd: One trader made a massive bet against chip stocks

The biggest single options trade in the entire market Monday was a $129 million bet against the VanEck Semiconductor ETF.

Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Tuesday

The bond market is the story of the day.

American Airlines to add seatback screens, bigger first class in race to catch up to Delta and United

American is trying to add more premium seating and passenger perks after falling behind rivals Delta and United.

Crypto exchange Kraken launches cash back debit card in bid for consumer wallets

Kraken is vying for a place in consumer wallets as crypto evolves from an asset class into infrastructure for mainstream financial products.

Cash App's crypto support expands beyond bitcoin and USDC via MoonPay

Eligible Cash App users will be able to use their balances to purchase digital assets offered by MoonPay, which include ether, solana and stablecoin USDT.

MoonPay adds Cash App Pay for crypto purchases by US customers

Eligible US users can fund MoonPay crypto purchases with Cash App balances as the payments firm expands beyond its core onramp business.

Whistleblower alleges political pressure, lack of evidence in antisemitism probes targeting schools - AP News

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Disney sues FCC over broadcast-license threat

Disney says the Trump administration “has attacked ABC’s speech — the stories its journalists report and the viewpoints its network programs air.”

How do I deal with co-workers who constantly complain about the dumbest problems?

“They work from home, make six figures, have a good work-life balance and can take breaks pretty much whenever they want.”

Home Depot revenue rises even as customers turn away from bigger projects

The home improvement retailer beat Wall Street estimates in its second quarter as its customers continued to take up smaller projects.

Visa looking for new stablecoin settlement partner after BVNK sale to Mastercard

Visa’s request for product (RFP) talks about the need to support a range of stablecoins.

Ethereum’s next upgrade breaks the '21,000 gas' rule wallets rely on

Sending ETH to a brand-new address will cost more than sending to an existing one, and software built around a flat fee will get the sum wrong.

Popular language app is on the cusp of a turnaround. Buy the stock now, D.A. Davidson says

Duolingo is showing signs of winning back users and finding new paths to monetize its language-learning platform, D.A. Davidson says.

'Worrisome': AI is driving a looming market correction, central bank economists warn

History suggests valuations will tumble even if they are a fair reflection of the transformative power of AI, according to a European Central Bank analysis.

Fund manager have rarely been this bullish about stocks, says Bank of America survey

Higher interest rates, a global slowdown, political instability and AI capex are just four things about which investors aren’t especially troubled in late…

Prediction markets entrant Novig posts more than $125 million in trading volume during its first week

The newly launched Novig has reported over $125 million in notional trading volume.

Sea Ray parent Brunswick bets on AI navigation and new revenue streams to help stalling boat sales

Brunswick Corp. CEO David Foulkes told CNBC premium boat sales are staying afloat, while value options are lagging.

The TI-84 has ruled math classes for decades. Can cheaper calculators gain ground?

SAT and AP tests now offer free digital graphing options for students, but it’s harder than it seems for school districts to look beyond Texas Instruments.

Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Home Depot, Tesla, Fabrinet, Duolingo & more

These are some of the stocks posting the largest moves in early trading.

Stocks keep shrugging off rising Treasury yields. Here’s the level that could finally trigger a selloff.

The yield on the 10-year Treasury yield continues to climb, but our call of the day from Strategas says that ascent will be much higher before stocks start to…

The 'crack' in the energy market is wider than ever. Bitcoin might feel it.

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From jumpers to slug pellets - how British wool is back in demand

An increased demand in wool has meant prices have increased more than 70% in the last year.

Future of Florida GOP up for grabs with Donalds in pole position - The Hill

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South Korea joins more than 30 jurisdictions restricting Polymarket access

Regulators rejected Polymarket's defense regarding its P2P nature, arguing the platform manages market rules and facilitates crypto-based gambling activity.

Nvidia's AI moat is shifting from chips to capital

Nvidia still has dominant market share in AI chips, but with competition picking up steam, the company is taking greater advantage of another key asset.

The startup using AI to help rare disease families develop custom treatments

Nome uses AI and drug-development expertise to help rare disease families turn genetic diagnoses into potential paths toward treatment.

Donor fatigue guts demining in Asia, as active conflicts draw away funding - AP News

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Kraken launches US-listed stock trading for EEA customers

Eligible EEA users can trade conventional US shares alongside more than 700 tokenized xStocks through Kraken’s European entity.

Fear grips children after deadly earthquake in eastern Indonesia leaves thousands displaced - AP News

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Bitcoin pauses at $64,000 as rising yields, oil drag equities lower

BTC has dropped 0.6% since midnight UTC as Nasdaq 100 futures slip 1.1%, with the FOMC's July meeting minutes and a White House crypto summit both due…

Unitree Crypto Futures Indicate More Than 300% Debut Pop - Bloomberg

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‘This is very stressful’: My son’s insurance company won’t pay for his damaged roof. How can he fight this?

“They’re saying the roof now needs to be completely replaced.”

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Bitcoin scores a rare win over S&P 500 with 2.6% rise versus 0.5% fall

BTC outperformed Wall Street on Monday, breaking its recent pattern of lagging behind U.S. stocks.

Home Depot reaffirms guidance amid 'frozen housing market conditions'

Home Depot reported second fiscal quarter results that beat Wall Street expectations on the top and bottom lines.

Financial advisers tell us how they handle clients who love to gamble

Gambling is everywhere — and so easy. How do financial advisers keep clients in check?

Stock futures slip, putting Wall Street on track for further declines after Monday's drop: Live updates

The major stock averages ended Monday's session in the red due to spikes in oil prices and Treasury yields.

Wetherspoons bans customers playing music from phones in pubs

The pub chain says the decision followed complaints about "other people's videos and amplified phone conversations".

Bitcoin price spike to $64.5K was ‘low-volume liquidity trap’: Analysis

Bitcoin derivatives markets created a short squeeze that took BTC price action 3% higher on Monday.

AI to help planes avoid climate-warming 'sky graffiti'

A new UK trial hopes to reduce the condensation trails from planes, which can trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere.

‘We are hurt’: Our son and daughter-in-law cut off contact with us over politics. Should we change our $3 million will?

“We are conservative politically and committed Christians, while they hold very different beliefs.”

How investors profit from soccer even as Premier League club losses skyrocket

While English football clubs are gaining popularity with investors across the globe, teams remain risky and often unprofitable ventures.

Usher’s art-packed Atlanta mansion also has a hookah lounge and a barbershop

Usher is back with a bang — and a splash of controversy — after embarking on a new tour with fellow performer Chris Brown, the latest in a long line of…

Chris Pratt’s Pacific Palisades home returns to the market for just under $20 million

“Jurassic World” star Chris Pratt and his wife, Katherine Schwarzenegger, have returned their troubled Los Angeles mansion to the market for the fifth time in…

US states call for big changes to Instagram and Facebook as Meta child privacy trial begins

US states are suing the social media giant to force an overhaul of its platforms for young users.

China adds 8 banks to digital yuan network as operator count hits 30

The newly authorized lenders will begin offering e-CNY services after completing operational and technical preparations.

South Korea moves to block Polymarket over gambling concerns

The Korea Media and Communications Commission said Polymarket’s structure and operations amount to illegal gambling despite its noncustodial design and smart…

Ferguson shipyard to cut a quarter of its workforce

Work on the second of two long-delayed CalMac ferries is drawing to a close at the state-owned yard in Port Glasgow.

Meta child privacy trial to begin, as US states call for big changes to Instagram and Facebook

US states are suing the social media giant to force an overhaul of its platforms for young users.

Live updates: Bitcoin holds $64,000 as surging yields and oil drain risk appetite

The 30-year Treasury yield hit its highest since 2007 and Brent topped $91 as the US-Iran conflict escalates, pressuring stocks. Bitcoin is holding its range…

Live updates: Bitcoin holds $64,000 as surging yields and rising oil drain risk appetite

The U.S. 30-year Treasury yield hit its highest since 2007 and Brent crude topped $91 as the Iran conflict escalates, pressuring stocks. Bitcoin is holding its…

Live updates: Bitcoin tepidly on the rise as stocks slip

The U.S. 30-year Treasury yield hit its highest since 2007 and Brent crude topped $91 as the Iran conflict escalates, pressuring stocks. Bitcoin is holding its…

BitBox patches ‘severe’ wallet flaws that could put funds at risk

BitBox recommended all users update to firmware version 9.26.5 and said it had received no reports of exploitation or fund losses.

'I'm in Barbados': The dos and don'ts of writing an out-of-office reply

As we hit peak holiday season, the BBC looks at the dos and don'ts of composing a good out-of-office message.

Job vacancies at five-year low as smaller firms scale back recruitment

Small firms cite labour and operating costs as reasons for scaling back hiring, the UK's statistics body says.

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The bitcoin price level where leveraged bulls could get whacked

Bulls are stacking longs, liquidity is thinning and one key level could trigger large liquidations.

XRP slips below $1 even as a Korean regional bank adopts Ripple Payments

Jeonbuk Bank will use Ripple’s 24/7 cross-border payment service for business remittances, but it is unknown whether the flows will use XRP or Ripple’s RLUSD…

XRP sinks below $1 for first time since 2024 as Korean bank adopts Ripple Payments

Jeonbuk Bank will use Ripple’s 24/7 cross-border payment service for business remittances, but it is unknown whether the flows will use XRP or Ripple’s RLUSD…

XRP sinks below $1 for first time since 2024 even as Korean bank adopts Ripple Payments

Jeonbuk Bank will use Ripple’s 24/7 cross-border payment service for business remittances, but it is unknown whether the flows will use XRP or Ripple’s RLUSD…

Monad, an Ethereum rival, offered early investors up to $60 million to cash out. Almost all said no

The program came three months before investor unlocks begin, with MON trading below its public-sale price and most of the token supply still outside…

Ethereum Foundation warns some tools may break with Glamsterdam upgrade

Developers have been urged to test on Plataberget before Glamsterdam’s new gas model reaches Ethereum’s other testnets and mainnet.

Bitcoin climbs above $64,000 while most majors slip

Miners have cut their computing power by a fifth over three quarters to make room for AI, and Venice's token jumped 10% after the company said it crossed $100…

South Korea’s Jeonbuk Bank deploys Ripple for cross-border payments

Ripple is bringing its cross-border payments platform to Jeonbuk Bank, but key details including its launch status and settlement asset remain undisclosed.

South Korea’s Jeonbuk Bank taps Ripple for cross-border payments

Ripple is bringing its cross-border payments platform to Jeonbuk Bank, but key details including its launch status and settlement asset remain undisclosed.

Commerzbank CEO Bettina Orlopp on leading a turnaround under takeover pressure

CEO Bettina Orlopp discusses Commerzbank’s turnaround, her leadership philosophy and how UniCredit’s takeover push accelerated its strategy work.

Serena and Venus Williams return to doubles and lose close match in Cincinnati - AP News

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A top official leaves FIFA, deepening the fallout from Infantino’s World Cup sell-off plan - AP News

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Discord halts livestreams in Brazil after watchdog cites child safety failures - AP News

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Options investors are betting on this trend in gold prices, Susquehanna says

Gold is seeing muted volatility, firmer upside skew and renewed inflows.

Stock futures are little changed after Wall Street starts the week with losses, hurt by higher oil prices and rising yields: Live updates

The major stock averages ended Monday's session in the red due to spikes in oil prices and Treasury yields.

Alleged $165M crypto Ponzi mastermind faces US charges after Fiji deportation

Prosecutors allege Edward Zimbardi collected crypto from thousands of investors, lost over $34 million on currency trades and spent at least $10 million…

Bitcoin is overdue for moves of 30% or more, Fundstrat says

Bitcoin could be poised for a move of around 30% or more over the next two months, said Fundstrat.

Ketel Marte doesn’t show up for game and is placed on the restricted list by Diamondbacks - AP News

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Saudis Offer to Sell Oil Near Oman, a Possible Sign They’re Sailing Dark Through Hormuz - Bloomberg

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‘Fabricated rumors’ about BitMart founder, Binance bStocks dominate: Asia Express

Binance’s bStocks are the second largest tokenized stock issuer just two months after launch, and BitMart’s internal feud erupts into the spotlight ahead of…

WNBA says fans should have been free to wear shirts with messaging about transgender issue - AP News

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Disabled people in England to get 24-hour free bus travel

The change, which has been welcomed by campaign groups, will come into effect in England from April.

‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ singer Bonnie Tyler remembered as ‘a star, but never a diva’ - AP News

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