Crypto & macro news — 19 August 2026

Death toll in mine collapse in Central African Republic rises to more than 100 - AP News

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OpenAI slows down training after its AI carried out hack

The ChatGPT-maker said training will be slowed for two weeks while it puts the upgrades in place.

Bayern midfielder Musiala reveals 'neurological' issue after collapse during game for 2nd time - AP News

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Maya Protocol exploit drains bitcoin and other assets as pool value drops $11 million

A chain of six flaws caused the cross-chain trading network to credit a pool with nearly 50 million tokens that were never properly funded, letting an attacker…

Maya Protocol exploit drains bitcoin and other assets as pool value drops by $11 million

A chain of six flaws caused the cross-chain trading network to credit a pool with nearly 50 million tokens that were never properly funded, letting an attacker…

MAYAChain halts network after estimated $1.7M exploit

A preliminary analysis says six chained bugs let a 23-message transaction drain 48.87 million CACAO, sending the token down nearly 89%.

Bessent moves to curb Treasury yields, putting new pressure on Warsh's Fed

Treasury's move to buy back more long-term debt cooled a bond selloff, but economists warn it could raise new inflation and independence questions for the Fed

Fed officials saw need for rate hike if inflation doesn't cool, minutes show

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released minutes from its July 28-29 policy meeting.

Fed minutes reveal growing support for rate hikes

The minutes make clear that Federal Reserve officials remained divided over the inflation outlook.

Inflation is heating up but don't expect another crisis

Rising living costs could heap pressure on PM Andy Burnham though it depends what happens in the coming months.

Fed decision making comes into focus as bitcoin holds steady, bond yields surge

Your day-ahead look for Aug. 19, 2026

Treasury yields pull back from multi-decade highs ahead of FOMC minutes

The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note — the key benchmark for U.S. government borrowing — fell 2 basis points to 4.686%.

Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four months

The cost of things is now rising at a faster pace compared with last month.

UK inflation rises to 2.9%

The cost of things is now rising at a faster pace compared with last month.

81,000 warning letters sent to crypto holders in HMRC tax crackdown

According to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request the number of letters sent has almost tripled since 2024.

US commodities regulator imposes 5-year trading ban on ex-Alameda, FTX execs

The consent orders ended the CFTC’s case against two former crypto executives after FTX and Alameda agreed to $12.7 billion in disgorgement and restitution…

Injective receives SEC transfer agent registration for institutional services arm

Injective’s affiliated entity can now maintain securities ownership records, adding regulated market infrastructure to its growing push into tokenized assets.

SEC regulatory proposal marks ‘important’ step forward from ‘inapt’ crypto rules: Commissioner Peirce

“Crypto mom” Hester Peirce praised the SEC’s proposed crypto regime, published days after the Senate failed to pass the CLARITY Act, the US’ first…

Fuelmakers Run US Plants at Fastest Pace Since Iran War Erupted - Bloomberg

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U.S. warns Siemens devices can be hacked amid fears Iran is breaching water plants

The warning ‌comes as cyber incidents ⁠target U.S. water systems in attacks ​cybersecurity ‌experts suspect are linked to Iran.

UAE severs trade with Iran after reported missile strike

Washington and Tehran are considering next steps after negotiations fell apart, while the UAE has suspended trade with Iran.

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Iran reportedly weighs attacks on European military targets as UAE severs trade with Tehran

Washington and Tehran are considering next steps after negotiations fell apart, while the UAE has suspended trade with Iran.

Ukraine's Zelenskyy faces call for wartime election from former defense chief

Former Ukraine Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections, saying Kyiv must restore its democratic process despite the ongoing war.

Optimism on Europe Returns to Pre-Iran War Highs: Taking Stock - Bloomberg.com

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Optimism on Europe Returns to Pre-Iran War Highs: Taking Stock - Bloomberg

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Missouri court allows new Trump-backed US House districts to be used in November election - AP News

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Trump announces 'economic warfare' on Iran, threatens ‘tremendous’ consequences for its backers

The announcement extends a pressure campaign the Trump administration has waged since April under the banner Operation Economic Fury.

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Trump administration plans crackdown on some immigrants’ alleged tax refund ‘abuse’ - thehill.com

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Trump administration plans crackdown on some immigrants’ alleged tax refund ‘abuse’ - The Hill

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Call-buying bonanza around Trump's Hyperliquid comments includes some eyebrow-raising trades

President Donald Trump hinted that regulation may be in the works for Hyperliquid. Interesting trading activity followed.

Missouri court allows new Trump-backed US House districts be used in November election - AP News

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Trump picks ‘good soldier’ to lead FDA despite MAHA, industry misgivings - Politico

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Trump's pick to lead the FDA faces uphill Senate battle - Politico

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Trump's pick to lead the FDA faces uphill Senate battle - politico.com

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Cassidy criticizes Trump’s FDA pick, says her role in vaccine order is ‘almost disqualifying’ - The Hill

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Ossoff annoys Trump, White House, to Democratic delight and dismay - The Hill

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Insight: Trump put thousands of soldiers on Washington’s streets. They seldom stop crime - Reuters

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Trump claims he will meet with Kim Jong Un, North Korea has 57 nukes - The Hill

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Trump’s border plans spark controversy at Texas national park - The Hill

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Federal court pauses Trump changes to Teen Pregnancy Prevention program - The Hill

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Trump Set to Cut Canada Auto Tariffs to 15% in Trade Deal - Bloomberg.com

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Bitcoin Surges Most Since March Ahead of White House Meeting - Bloomberg.com

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Trump backed down from 50 percent tariffs on Canada. It’s not a TACO. - Politico

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Trump calls for Congress to pass crypto bill at White House event - Reuters

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Trump bemoans Fed interest rate policy, says U.S. should be paying much less

As he has done in the past, Trump accused Fed officials of having political motives.

US debt crosses $40 trillion threshold after doubling under Trump and Biden - Reuters

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Trump plays down bond market fears, pushes interest rate cuts - The Hill

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Trump Opens Door to Hyperliquid as US Pulls Crypto Trade Onshore - Bloomberg

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Democrats flip Pennsylvania state House seat in Trump district - The Hill

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Trump the builder carves his legacy in stone as pressures mount - Reuters

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Kennedy Center delays restoring Trump’s name to front amid legal battle - The Hill

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Trump picks White House ally Overton to lead embattled FDA - Reuters

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Trump to sit down with Michael Cohen for interview, former fixer says - The Hill

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Trump pushes for CLARITY Act passage alongside crypto leaders

Donald Trump spoke from the White House on Wednesday, urging the Senate to pass a crypto market structure bill to keep the country “ahead of China.”

Trump says US and Canada have a trade deal, but key terms remain unclear - AP News

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HYPE jumps 11% as Trump says CFTC is working to bring Hyperliquid to U.S.

During a White House meeting Wednesday, President Donald Trump said CFTC Chair Mike Selig is working to bring the perpetual futures platform into the U.S…

Trump pushes Congress to move on Clarity Act during White House crypto event

The CEOs from companies across several tech-forward sectors met with the president in advance of this week's first Innovation Advisory Committee at the CFTC.

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Trump calls for passage of a key cryptocurrency bill as it falters in the Senate: ‘We need Congress to take the next step’

The Clarity Act is running into resistance because it doesn’t limit the president’s lucrative crypto ventures.

Trump warns North Korea has ’57 very powerful nuclear weapons’ - The Hill

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Trump plays White House tour guide to show off work on his helipad and ballroom - AP News

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An alarmed bond market gets the Trump administration to act again - AP News

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ABC says intimidation by Trump's FCC forced programming changes - Reuters

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Eric Trump defends Natalie Harp: A ‘genuinely good person’ - The Hill

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DOJ argues Comey novel shows he knew ‘86 47’ post was a threat against Trump - Reuters

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DOJ cites Comey's novel in urging judge not to toss '86 47' seashells threat to Trump case

"There is no serious dispute that an objective viewer of Comey's post could read it to mean 'Kill President Trump,' " prosecutors said.

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Trump says he plans to meet with North Korea's Kim this year - Reuters

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Trump taps White House adviser Heidi Overton to lead FDA - The Hill

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‘Trump accounts’ won’t help solve Americans’ savings problems. Here’s a better way.

Universal savings accounts are the solution.

Israel’s deadly Gaza strikes cast doubt on ceasefire progress days after Kushner visit - AP News

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US, Canada trade negotiators meet after Trump sets new tariff deadline - Reuters

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Trump celebrates Florida loss of ‘treasonous creep’ - The Hill

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Trump celebrates Florida loss of ‘treasonous creep’ - thehill.com

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Bacon urges Trump to ‘say less’ after ‘contradictory’ Iran messages - The Hill

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Bacon urges Trump to ‘say less’ after ‘contradictory’ Iran messages - thehill.com

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Trump picks Dr. Heidi Overton, a top White House aide, to lead the Food and Drug Administration - AP News

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Trump touted a deal to avert new tariffs on Canada. Here's what we know so far

Trump's new tariffs on about $20 billion worth of Canadian goods were set to take effect Wednesday, but were postponed by three days.

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Trump says he plans to meet with North Korea's Kim Jong Un - Reuters

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DOJ defends Comey prosecution, says ‘no serious dispute’ Trump post could be seen as a threat - The Hill

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North Korea shrugs off Trump's scaled-back drills with South Korea, saying it changes nothing - AP News

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Prediction markets shut out of Trump’s meeting with tech executives - The Hill

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Trump says he told Mills to exit race before primary loss - The Hill

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Trump attacks on female reporters ‘much nastier,’ ‘much more aggressive’: Haberman - The Hill

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US retail giant receives $1bn boost from tariff refunds

The US chain said it received a $994 million pre-tax reimbursement, which resulted in its second quarter operating income rising to $2.6bn.

Poll: 63 percent say inappropriate for Trump, family to profit from cryptocurrency - The Hill

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Almost 1 in 4 Trump voters see mass deportation campaign as too aggressive: Survey - The Hill

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O’Reilly: Trump can’t let Iranians ‘make him look like a loser’ - The Hill

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Kennedy Center tells court it won’t try to restore Trump’s name to the building before Sept. 8 - AP News

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Trump's bid to inscribe name on Kennedy Center faces renewed court test - Reuters

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Trump’s lawless rules on LLCs will help criminals and money-launderers thrive - The Hill

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Donalds on whether Trump will campaign with him: ‘That’s his decision’ - The Hill

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Trump to host crypto executives as SEC considers regulations - Reuters

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Target says its turnaround is picking up steam, with help from a big tariff refund

Target posted better-than-expected fiscal second-quarter sales and raised its full-year outlook.

Trump’s egocentric indifference is sinking the Republican Party - The Hill

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Rick Scott: Trump will have to resume full war with Iran - The Hill

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'No serious dispute' that Comey's seashell post could be read as a Trump threat, prosecutors say - AP News

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Trump takes double blow in Florida, third in Wyoming - The Hill

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China's Wang Yi in South Korea for talks amid Trump push to revive North Korea diplomacy - Reuters

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Trump Delays Canada Tariffs at Last Minute After Tentative Deal - Bloomberg.com

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Trump Delays Canada Tariffs at 11th Hour, Saying Deal Close - Bloomberg.com

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Trump put thousands of soldiers on Washington’s streets. They seldom stop crime - Reuters

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Target hikes outlook as sales rebound and huge tariff refund boosts bottom line

Target is expected to report its fiscal second-quarter results Wednesday morning as the retailer offers a window into its turnaround progress.

Most Americans believe Trump has inappropriately profited since returning to power, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds - Reuters

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Mark Kelly takes on Trump over USS Abraham Lincoln, boosts Dems - The Hill

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Trump dangles Netanyahu endorsement in pressure campaign on Gaza - The Hill

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The Memo: On Iran, Trump’s critics see tough talk as a mask for frustration - The Hill

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South Korean and US militaries shorten drills by about half after Trump ordered a reduction - apnews.com

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South Korea minister says Trump appears to be pressuring Seoul over Iran, investment - Reuters

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South Korea minister says Trump appears to be pressuring Seoul over Iran, investment - reuters.com

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Trump pauses new tariffs on Canada for three days, saying deal close

The US president says the two sides are finalising documents to avert import taxes targeting a range of Canadian goods.

South Korean and US militaries shorten drills by about half after Trump ordered a reduction - AP News

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Trump says US and Canada have reached last-minute deal to delay 50% US tariffs on Canadian imports - apnews.com

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Trump pauses 50% tariffs on Canada for 3 days - The Hill

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Florida voters, hungry for change, snub Dem establishment and even Trump - Politico

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Florida rejects Democratic establishment — and even snubs Trump - Politico

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Florida rejects Democratic establishment — and even snubs Trump - politico.com

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Trump’s choice for Wyoming governor loses GOP primary - The Hill

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Trump holds off on new 50% tariffs for Canadian goods

Here’s what’s going on with the Trump administration’s plan for new tariffs for some Canadian goods.

Trump pauses deadline on new Canadian tariffs for three days

US President Donald Trump said he will delay imposing new tariffs on a wide array of Canadian goods for three days as the countries firm up a trade deal.

Trump pauses new tariffs on Canada and says countries close to a deal

US President Donald Trump said he will delay imposing new tariffs on a wide array of Canadian goods for three days as the countries firm up a trade deal.

Trump pauses 50% scheduled tariffs on Canada for three days, announces 'deal' with Ottawa

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

Trump says US and Canada have reached last-minute deal to delay 50% US tariffs on Canadian imports - AP News

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Trump pauses 50% tariffs on goods from Canada, says two sides have a deal - Reuters

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Trump says US has no talks planned with Iran and other news from the Middle East - apnews.com

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Seoul, Washington to halve joint drills as Trump reportedly seeks summit with North Korea's Kim

Watters: Trump has said ‘so much more sleazy things’ than Ossoff’s quip - The Hill

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Trump is threatening to bomb Oman, but why? - apnews.com

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Trump picks White House adviser Heidi Overton to run FDA, source says - Reuters

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Trump picks White House adviser Heidi Overton to run FDA, source says - reuters.com

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Kelly, Tillis urge Trump to reverse reduction to joint military exercises with South Korea - The Hill

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Kim Jong Un’s sister ‘unaware’ of talks between US, North Korea - The Hill

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India's Gen Z are driving up a mega boom in its beauty market

E-commerce, rising income levels and the world's largest youth population are fuelling India's beauty boom.

I quit my £80,000 job to make ice cream - here's how

The co-founder of Little Moons shares her advice for anyone thinking about starting a business of their own.

The US national debt now stands at $40 trillion - AP News

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Retirees: This investment gives you a guaranteed 5% safe withdrawal rate

TIPS yields are at or close to 20-year highs.

US debt national passes $40tn after doubling in a decade

It comes after the interest rate on 30-year bonds reached the highest level in almost 20 years.

Bitcoin briefly hits $70,000 for the first time since June. Here is why

The largest crypto asset rose more than 7% on Wednesday after several catalysts sent crypto-related assets higher.

US could cut key tariffs as part of proposed Canada deal, source says - Reuters

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The chip-stock rally hits a speed bump — but these analysts see reason to be hopeful

Previous instances of short-term pressure on semiconductor stocks opened up opportunities for investors who bought the dip, according to one analyst.

Test driving that drone or just renting? Why the Chinese government needs to know.

Young Chinese are renting cameras, drones and camping gear instead of buying them. It’s a clever way to save money — but also the latest challenge to Beijing’s…

China wants its consumers to spend more. Its young people would rather rent.

Young Chinese are renting cameras, drones and camping gear instead of buying them. It’s a clever way to save money — but also the latest challenge to Beijing’s…

A $420 camera for $10: China’s young consumers would rather rent than buy. Beijing has a problem.

Young Chinese are renting cameras, drones and camping gear instead of buying them. It’s a clever way to save money — but also the latest challenge to Beijing’s…

ServiceNow’s stock leads a software rally. Here’s what’s energizing investors.

There’s growing confidence in the idea that traditional software companies will be able to withstand AI disruption.

Marvell’s stock pops on news of Google chip deal — and Broadcom’s falls

Google will also get the option to purchase about $12 billion worth of Marvell’s stock.

How Treasury market’s newfound calm could break down in September

A brutal summer stretch for the U.S. Treasury market risks getting worse come September, right as many of the world’s largest companies plan to unleash a new…

Why the Treasury market’s newfound calm could break down in September

A brutal summer stretch for the U.S. Treasury market risks getting worse come September, right as many of the world’s largest companies plan to unleash a new…

‘I brought my Super Bowl ring to the open houses’: Seahawks player shares story of getting his real-estate license

Montorie Foster Jr. of the Seattle Seahawks got his real-estate license before becoming a Super Bowl champion.

U.S. government debt passes $40 trillion, more than doubling in a decade

Rescue mission is called off for NASA’s aging Swift space telescope - AP News

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U.S. government debt passes $40 trillion mark for the first time

The national debt just 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.

Cancer vaccine from Moderna, Merck shows promise in late-stage trial; both stocks soar

The combination regimen significantly extended the time patients lived without their melanoma returning, compared with Keytruda alone.

Bitcoin.com integrates UAE-registered US dollar stablecoin into self-custodial wallet

The integration expands access to USDU, the UAE’s first central bank-registered US dollar stablecoin, as it builds distribution beyond institutional channels.

Moderna’s experimental vaccine prevents cancer recurrence, in ‘historic’ win for personalized medicine. Its stock soared.

The candidate is a combination of an mRNA therapeutic vaccine and Merck’s cancer drug Keytruda.

Moderna stock soars 177%, Merck jumps 12% after cancer vaccine shows promise in late-stage trial

The combination regimen significantly extended the time patients lived without their melanoma returning, compared with Keytruda alone.

Stripe to buy OpenRouter as fintech expands deeper into AI

Stripe said it's acquiring OpenRouter, as the payments company expands into the artificial intelligence model market.

Treasury, IRS move to restrict refundable tax credits to certain immigrants

The move would likely impact hundreds of thousands of immigrants who have Social Security numbers and have received authorization to work in the U.S., experts…

You can now Venmo your kid’s college tuition. But should you?

Some universities will begin accepting the nontraditional payment method as consumers seek flexible spending options.

Getting in on single-stock futures? Watch for these potential tax surprises

Single-stock futures are enticing for active retail traders, but they may come with unintended tax consequences.

Moderna’s cancer-vaccine breakthrough drives broad biopharma stock rally

The biopharmaceutical sector has struggled with a prolonged downturn in recent years but has been on an upswing of late.

Japan's bond market may be the canary in the coal mine for the AI stock rally

What starts in Japan and Europe may not stay there, as rising yields, fiscal pressures and energy-driven inflation increasingly reinforce each other.

OpenAI 'will be a public company in 2027' or sooner, CFO Friar tells employees

This fintech turned bank is winning with AI-powered lending and the right customers

The company's bank charter gives it access to low-cost deposits, allowing it to fund loans more efficiently and expand into other financial products.

Crypto PAC notches primary wins, but loses $2M Florida race

A Fairshake spokesperson said that the PAC was “just getting started“ on its expenditures as part of efforts to fill US Congress with lawmakers friendly to the…

Canadian negotiators head home to finalize trade deal with US, avert tariffs - Reuters

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US long-term borrowing costs ease after government steps in

It comes after the interest rate on 30-year bonds reached the highest level in almost 20 years.

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Gen Z used to embrace AI. Now most young adults fear it will steal their jobs.

As new college grads face elevated rates of unemployment, concern about AI’s impact on jobs is spiking among young Americans.

Bullish chart patterns are emerging for Range Resources, Frank Cappelleri says

Several key technical factors are now lining up to favor the oil and gas explorer and producer, across multiple time frames.

US journalist among 7 killed when helicopter on safari crashes in remote part of northern Kenya - AP News

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Crypto campaign fund Fairshake faces $2 million setback in Florida primaries

In a race that drew criticism to crypto's leading political action committee for featuring fake headlines in ads, Fairshake's expensive effort fell short.

Want to bet on the bond rally? Check out these overlooked funds.

The Treasury just sparked a bond-market rally. Here is why it may not last.

Diesel in California rises to $7 a gallon as wars in Europe and Middle East strain supply

Diesel prices are rising again just as farmers prepare for the harvest and freight transportation picks up ahead of the holiday shopping season.

Treasury-market reprieve could be fleeting with deluge of corporate-bond issuance due in September

“From a bond investors perspective, the bottom line is about where you put your money to work,” says Henry Song, portfolio manager at Diamond Hill

Moderna, Merck cancer vaccine shows promise in late-stage trial; Moderna stock soars 150%

The combination regimen significantly extended the time patients lived without their melanoma returning, compared with Keytruda alone.

Canada and US say they are finalising a trade deal, but details remain murky

Prime Minister Carney hailed "significant progress" in trade talks as the two countries seek to hammer out final details ahead of a new weekend tariff deadline.

Five reasons we’re headed for a 10% stock-market correction — or worse

Summer is winding down, and “spooky season” will soon be upon us. That’s just one cause for investor wariness.

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Apple’s stock could be the savviest buy within Big Tech, according to this analysis

While other “Magnificent Seven” companies spend big on AI, Apple’s more conservative strategy has turned the stock into a valuable portfolio hedge against…

FalconX, Ethena bring USDe backing assets into $1B institutional credit facility

The $1 billion facility will deploy assets backing USDe into overcollateralized institutional loans, expanding Ethena’s sources of returns beyond crypto basis…

Meta's legal troubles has options traders eyeing the 'jade lizard'

One of the many beauties of options trading is the ability to make money on a rangebound stock. Shares of Meta Platforms are presenting that opportunity right…

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OCC head promises final GENIUS rules by November

The US banking regulator released a 376‑page proposal in February, calling for public comment on rules to implement the stablecoin bill ahead of its January…

Stephanie Link is buying this little-known play on the AI food chain. And it's cheap

Timken is a little-known 125-year-old maker of industrial bearings that is now an under-the-radar play on the booming robotics market.

9 stocks to ride the industrial sector’s blazing rally

Industrial stocks have gotten expensive, but here are some with the most attractive growth prospects.

StanChart, HSBC execute first live transaction on Swift blockchain ledger

The transaction connected the banks’ separate tokenized deposit systems through Swift’s ledger, marking a step toward interoperable, 24/7 cross-border payments.

Board approves $19.9 billion plan to overhaul Washington Dulles airport

The $6.2 billion reconstruction of the main terminal at the primary international airport serving the D.C. region is set to begin in late 2027.

Yields are driving the stock market right now. These are the stocks with the most at stake

CNBC Pro screened the S&P 1500 to list stocks that will benefit most if yields pullback

Bitcoin surges above $68,000, liquidating $1.4 billion shorts as Treasury buybacks boost risk appetite

BTC rose about 6% while ether, solana and crypto stocks climbed after the Treasury doubled the size of its bond buybacks.

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Monzo says issue with card payments and transfers now resolved

The digital bank said all of its services were now "back up and running"

Cramer on Treasury buying: People want to preserve the stock rally ‘in the worst way’

CNBC’s Jim Cramer said the Treasury’s expanded bond buybacks may provide near-term relief for markets, but the intervention underscores strain in the…

Stock winners and losers as Anthropic passes OpenAI as hottest AI upstart

Stratification at the frontier model level will have consequences for partner companies, customers and suppliers, analysts say.

Standard Chartered analyst eyes $100K BTC as US Treasury doubles long-end buybacks

Bitcoin’s rebound toward $69,000 is gaining momentum as Geoff Kendrick points to improving liquidity conditions and a potential cycle bottom.

Bitcoin price hits 11-week high as US Treasury doubles debt buyback size

Bitcoin joined US stocks in a broad rally after the US Treasury announced that it was at least doubling the amount of its debt buyback operations from…

Stocks making the biggest moves midday: Moderna, Pilgrim's Pride, Target, gold miners & more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves midday.

Bitcoin nears key technical breakout that could propel prices to $76,000

Bitcoin is close to forming a pattern that analysts say could signal prices rising to as high as $76,000.

Coinbase, Circle and Bullish jump as Clarity Act proponents express optimism about bill

COIN and BLSH rose about 8% and CRCL gained nearly 10% ahead of a key procedural vote scheduled for Sept. 15.

I want to be a snowbird, but I’m not sure my $2 million nest egg can sustain two homes

It’s not the purchase price that’s the biggest obstacle, but rather the continuing costs.

Marvell pops 6% on AI chip deal that lets Google buy up to $12.2 billion in shares

Google and its competitors have been pursuing custom chips to improve efficiency and reduce reliance on Nvidia.

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Stocks, bonds and gold rally after Treasury indicates it will buy more government bonds to stop yields from surging

The Treasury Department said Wednesday that it will more than double the size of government-debt buybacks, sending yields sharply lower and stocks higher at…

AI could supercharge crypto but there’s a catch, Fidelity Digital Assets says

AI agents could boost crypto activity, but much of the value may bypass blockchains and their tokens.

Crypto Long & Short: Where DeFi yield really comes from (and why it broke this spring)

In this week's Crypto Long & Short, Solstice Finance's David Plisek argues that most of the money lost in DeFi this spring wasn't taken by hackers but by yield…

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HSBC, Standard Chartered execute first live banking transaction on Swift’s 24/7 ledger

The cross-border transaction is Swift’s first in a pilot project as it tests settlement in its push to remain relevant as stablecoins and tokenized deposits…

Cantor opens Kalshi prediction markets to thousands of institutional clients

The investment bank will help its roughly 3,000 institutional clients execute large block trades in event contracts.

Berkshire Hathaway bet big on the U.S. housing market. You probably shouldn’t follow suit.

Home-builder stocks are cheap, but it’s not easy to time a rebound in the depressed housing market.

Carvana shares are under pressure this week as Mark Walter probe fuels investor jitters

The scrutiny raised questions about what could happen to Walter's Carvana position if fallout from the investigation pressures him to raise cash.

Northrop Grumman is setting itself apart from the rest of the defense sector. How Tony Zhang is trading it

Tony Zhang breaks down this bullish options trade on NOC.

Nvidia plays matchmaker in Nordics, sources tell CNBC, as AI data center deals boom in region

Nvidia is trying to connect GPU customers with Nordic data-center operators as cheap power and available land fuel the region’s AI infrastructure boom.

Moderna’s experimental vaccine prevents cancer recurrence, in ‘historic’ win for personalized medicine. Its stock is soaring.

The candidate is a combination of an mRNA therapeutic vaccine and Merck’s cancer drug Keytruda.

Monzo down as some users unable to make card payments or transfers

The digital bank said it was "rolling out a fix and moving quickly" to get the service working again

Moderna, Merck cancer vaccine shows promise in late-stage trial; Moderna stock more than doubles

The combination regimen significantly extended the time patients lived without their melanoma returning, compared with Keytruda alone.

Track defect found near derailment site - report

Initial findings from an RAIB investigation show an "irregularity" at the site near Lewes.

What to know about the fake election poll numbers shared and retracted by a mysterious company - AP News

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Pressure on bonds abates as Treasury announces buybacks. What may come next.

The Treasury Department said Wednesday that it will more than double the size of government-debt buybacks, sending yields sharply lower and stocks higher at…

Hedge funds are about to jump into prediction markets in a big way

Cantor Fitzgerald will be one of the first investment firms providing its clients institutional trading on prediction market platform Kalshi.

What's behind the move higher in yields? Blame AI

Sovereign bond yields around the world are on the rise, with many on Wall Street also pointing to rising oil prices and inflation fears as the culprits.

I hold my mother-in-law’s power of attorney. I’m also her executor and trustee. Do I have ultimate authority?

“There is a lot of legal and financial power in my hands.”

200,000 fake AI ‘victims’ deployed to scam bait online fraudsters

Apate’s 200,000 fake AI ‘victims’ are so good at scam baiting, the company has a monthly KPI for how many F-bombs scammers drop at the infuriating bots.

Treasury doubles debt buybacks as Bessent moves to steady bond market

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

Moderna is soaring after promising results for its cancer vaccine. Plus, Target may be victim to profit-taking.

I’m leaving my grandkids money — but they must pass financial-literacy classes to get it. Is that fair?

“I do believe very much in delayed gratification.”

Sell this Chinese internet name that is struggling to turn around its core business, Morgan Stanley says

Baidu has shown that it's still struggling to turn around its core ads business, so it looks like it's time to sell the stock, per Morgan Stanley.

Marvell’s stock soars on news of Google chip deal — and Broadcom’s falls

Google will also get the option to purchase about $12 billion worth of Marvell’s stock.

Yields pull back from multi-year highs after Treasury Department says it will double government debt repurchase size

Treasury yields pulled back on Wednesday from multi-year highs seen earlier this week.

Beyond crypto funding rates: Ethena diversifies USDe backing with $1 billion FalconX facility

The warehouse facility gives Ethena another source of returns for the assets backing USDe while channeling onchain capital into overcollateralized…

Strengthen the Clarity Act

The American Bankers Association seeks to strengthen the Clarity Act, not kill it, argues Rob Nichols, president and CEO of the ABA.

Treasury announces upscaled buyback operation for longer-term debt, sending yields lower

SK Hynix suggests its stock is too cheap as it embarks on $29 billion buyback

Following a sharp selloff in recent months, the South Korean memory-chip company says current share prices don’t reflect the business’s “intrinsic value.”

Bitcoin is flashing 8 of 12 capitulation signals, but bottom's not yet in, says Van Eck

Similar setups have historically produced below-average 90-day and 180-day bitcoin returns, said the asset manager.

Bitcoin is flashing 8 of 12 capitulation signals, but bottom's not yet in, says VanEck

Similar setups have historically produced below-average 90-day and 180-day bitcoin returns, said the asset manager.

Short-dated debt still offers value amid global bond rout, says UBS. Here's why

As the longer end of the yield curve looks increasingly capricious, short-term bonds may offer a solution to uncertainty later down the line, according to UBS.

World’s largest olive oil company surges over 20% as rivals circle in takeover battle

Shares of Spain's Deoleo jumped on Wednesday morning amid an intensifying takeover battle for the world's largest olive oil bottler and marketer.

Moderna’s stock doubles on promising cancer-vaccine results

The vaccine candidate pairs an mRNA therapy with the cancer drug Keytruda.

Honeywell Aerospace is now too cheap to ignore, says Morgan Stanley

The investment bank upgraded the aerospace name to overweight from equal weight.

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

A year after losing $1.46 billion, Bybit says AI helped it save $700 million

The exchange that lost $1.46 billion to North Korean hackers is the first large centralized firm to put numbers on a claim bitcoin developers have been making…

Should you Venmo your tuition? Here’s what to know as colleges add new payment options.

Some universities will begin accepting the nontraditional payment method as consumers seek flexible spending options.

Centrifuge adds Symbiotic liquidity network across $1.6B in Janus Henderson, NYLIM funds

Symbiotic’s Liquid Lane gives eligible holders immediate USDC liquidity across three Centrifuge funds managed by Janus Henderson and NYLIM.

Sweden’s H100 reports $26M H1 loss driven by falling Bitcoin value

Sweden’s H100 reported a $26 million loss for the first half of the year, as it completed its acquisitions to become Europe’s second-largest Bitcoin treasury…

China triples digital yuan bank roster year-to-date as eight more banks join network

The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) added 20 new operators this year across two rounds of expansions, including eight additions this week.

China triples its e-CNY network in 2026 as 8 more banks join the CBDC push this week

The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) added 20 new operators this year across two rounds of expansions, including eight additions this week.

Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Moderna, Lowe's, Estee Lauder & more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves premarket.

U.S. retreat from global order ‘eroding’ European competitiveness, central bank boss warns

ECB chief Christine Lagarde called for better integration across the region if Europe wants to compete in the age of AI.

The bond selloff is rattling investors, but here’s why they shouldn’t expect a deeper stock downturn

Fundstrat’s Mark Newton says it’s not time to panic about surging bond yields driving a deeper stock rout. He offers technical evidence to back his case.

Ripple raises $275M for US prime brokerage to meet institutional demand

Ripple said the $275 million raised will support its expansion into traditional financial services such as prime brokerage and multi-asset clearing, citing…

Moderna, Merck cancer vaccine shows promise in late-stage trial; Moderna stock soars 50%

The combination regimen significantly extended the time patients lived without their melanoma returning, compared with Keytruda alone.

Retail investors aren't entirely giving up on AI trade, but they appear more cautious

Mom-and-Pop investors remain bullish on AI and tech, but some are adding downside protection.

Bitcoin has ‘largely purged’ froth that preceded 50% drop from $126K: BlackRock

Bitcoin maintained its appeal as a diversification investment despite dropping more than 50% from all-time high, a BlackRock report stated.

Car dealerships are relying more on parts and service for profits

Dealership gross profits have fallen from the supply-constrained days of 2022. They are relying more heavily on the income streams that hedge against downturns.

Weekly mortgage demand stalls along with interest rates, but rates are now moving higher again.

Mortgage rates were unchanged last week, as was mortgage demand, and total volume remains lower than year-ago levels.

Personalized cancer vaccine from Moderna, Merck shows promise in first late-stage melanoma trial

The combination regimen significantly extended the time patients lived without their melanoma returning, compared with Keytruda alone.

Target’s grocery overhaul is helping it win back customers

The retailer has added more snacks and changed up its presentation as it tries to become a destination for food purchases.

The U.S. banned Nvidia's best chips from going to China. Now it's trying to close a crucial loophole

Chinese AI firms have reportedly accessed advanced Nvidia computing power overseas, testing U.S. export controls. Lawmakers weigh closing the cloud-access gap.

Bitcoin stuck in a six-week range as global bond yields hit highest levels for decades

BTC volatility has dropped to multi-year lows as surging Treasury yields rattle equities and traders await the Fed's July meeting minutes for clues on the…

Lowe's gives muted outlook as it sees 'pressure' in home improvement spending

Lowe's reported mixed results as the retailer said it continued to see pressure in home improvement spending.

Nexo launches regulated crypto-backed credit in Australia

Nexo introduced regulated, cryptocurrency-backed credit lines that allow users to access liquidity in Australian dollars or stablecoins by borrowing against…

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TikTok code includes peer-to-peer payments over messaging: Bloomberg

The feature, which follows earlier moves into financial transactions, is not yet being tested anywhere, a spokesperson said.

Amazon to expand drone service to nearly 500 cities after targeting 1 million deliveries this year

Amazon has quietly expanded its drone service to more metro areas in recent months after receiving a key regulatory greenlight enabling longer-range deliveries.

Ripple raises $275 million in senior notes for prime brokerage push

Ripple Prime's inaugural senior notes carried an investment grade rating and drew institutional investors across key financial markets.

Chinese robotic company’s stock soars over 600% in trading debut

Unitree is first humanoid robot firm to list in mainland China

Dollar risks are mounting. Here’s what could weaken the greenback

Currency strategists flag Treasury risk, softer U.S. data and uncertain Fed policy as key factors that could pressure the dollar.

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I’m my mother-in-law’s power of attorney, executor and trustee. Do I hold all the power?

“There is a lot of legal and financial power in my hands.”

We’re in our 50s and have $1.5 million in traditional 401(k)s. Is it too early to start Roth conversions?

“The last adviser we worked with lost a significant portion of our portfolio.”

OpenAI trails Anthropic as losses deepen and Altman pauses frontier AI training

Widening losses and intensifying competition coincide with a pause in frontier reinforcement-learning training as openai strengthens its safety controls.

Live updates: Bitcoin holds firm above $64,000 as South Korea’s Kospi sinks 5.8%

U.S. Treasury yields retreat from the highest levels in decades, while bitcoin holds above $64,000.

Live updates: Bitcoin remains above $64,000 as oil rises and the Kospi tumbles 6%

U.S. Treasury yields retreat from the highest levels in decades, while bitcoin holds above $64,000.

Live updates: Bitcoin takes aim at $65,000 as Treasury move sends yields lower

U.S. Treasury yields retreat from the highest levels in decades, while bitcoin holds above $64,000.

Live updates: Bitcoin tops $65,000 as Treasury move sends yields lower

Led by Scott Bessent, the U.S. Treasury announced at least a doubling in the size of its long-dated bond buybacks.

Live updates: Bitcoin approaches $67,000 as Treasury move sends yields lower

Led by Scott Bessent, the U.S. Treasury announced at least a doubling in the size of its long-dated bond buybacks.

Mobile gold miners in eastern Congo complicate health workers’ efforts to contain Ebola - AP News

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The palatial Beverly Hills home that Paris Hilton rented is back on the market for a whopping $169,000 a month

The mansion that heiress Paris Hilton and her husband, Carter Reum, rented before buying their own $63 million estate nearby has returned to the market with a…

Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and RED Driving School investigated over 'drip pricing'

The consumer watchdog said they were trying to find out if the three companies were not showing full prices upfront to customers.

Max Miller insists he can win again — but warns in court filings he’s bleeding union support and cash - Politico

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Arthur Hayes takes CEO role at Flop Labs ahead of Q4 airdrop

Hayes revealed his new role as Flop Labs CEO and teased a “massive airdrop” from the AI inference protocol in the fourth quarter of 2026.

World’s largest olive oil company pops 17% as rivals circle in takeover battle

Shares of Spain's Deoleo jumped nearly 16% on Wednesday morning amid an intensifying takeover battle for the world's largest olive oil bottler and marketer.

My male co-workers with kids expect me to pick up their slack because I don’t have children. Do I push back?

“They are always telling me how much harder their life is because they have kids.”

Bitcoin ETFs add $189M as August net inflows approach $1B

US spot Bitcoin ETFs took in $189 million on Tuesday, lifting August net inflows to $951 million, while Ether ETFs added $71.5 million.

Zelenskyy faces challenge to his wartime rule as former defense chief calls for election

Former Ukraine Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections, saying Kyiv must restore its democratic process despite the ongoing war.

Goldman studied where AI is squeezing labor markets. Here's what it found

Goldman Sachs found that AI is starting to weigh on employment across developed economies.

Sen. Sullivan, former congresswoman Peltola will face off for Alaska US Senate seat in November - AP News

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Robot maker Unitree’s IPO surges 600%, outpacing crypto traders’ premarket bets

A Hyperliquid perp priced Unitree far above its IPO valuation before Shanghai trading began, but the robot maker’s first public trade still opened roughly 75%…

Robot maker Unitree’s IPO surges 600% , outpacing crypto traders’ premarket bets

A Hyperliquid perp priced Unitree far above its IPO valuation before Shanghai trading began, but the robot maker’s first public trade still opened roughly 75%…

Overhaul for Belfast cranes ahead of major contract

It is part of an investment of almost £100m as Harland & Wolff's Spanish owners prepare it for a major defence contract.

Solana leads bitcoin and ether higher while Korean chip stocks slide 7%

Bitcoin held near $64,000 and every major except BNB gained, while Korean semiconductor stocks fell more than 7% and Fed minutes are due at 2 p.m. ET.

Bitcoin holds $64,000 and solana leads gains amid 7% Korean chip stock slide

Bitcoin held near $64,000 and every major except BNB gained, while Korean semiconductor stocks fell more than 7% and Fed minutes are due at 2 p.m. ET.

Target is set to report earnings before the bell. Here's what to expect

Target is expected to report its fiscal second-quarter results Wednesday morning as the retailer offers a window into its turnaround progress.

US accounting board FASB proposes conditions for stablecoins as cash equivalents

The FASB said secondary-market liquidity alone would not be enough, with holders needing direct issuer redemption rights and one-to-one liquid reserves.

US stocks look to halt their 3-day slide as pressure from the bond market eases - AP News

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US stocks halt their slide after the Treasury Department moves to ease pressure from the bond market - AP News

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Temporary Suspension of Additional Duties to Offset Canadian Discrimination Against the Commerce of the United States with Respect to Alcoholic Beverages, Dairy, and Motor Vehicles

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION 1.  In Proclamation 11046 of July 20, 2026 (Imposing Additional Duties to Offset Canadian…

US Rep Byron Donalds wins GOP nod for Florida governor against Ex-Rep David Jolly for the Democrats - apnews.com

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In upset, Florida democratic socialist Nixon wins Democratic Senate primary

Primary races on Tuesday in Florida and Alaska were being closely watched for signs of possible Republican or Democratic dominance in the run-up to the…

Chinese robotics giant Unitree soars in stock market debut

Shares in the world's biggest humanoid robot maker started trading on Shanghai's Star market on Wednesday.

Here’s the best place to hedge severe El Niño shocks to the food supply chain, BofA says

One country appears to be the best place to hedge market impact from severe El Niño shocks to global food supply chains, according to Bank of America.

China’s backflipping robot maker Unitree pops 542% in Shanghai debut

Unitree Robotics shares rise 542% on their first day of trading in Shanghai

‘It has to pass’: Andrew Cuomo warns U.S. is falling behind on crypto rules

Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says the CLARITY Act is key to linking crypto and traditional markets.

California AG Bonta says case against Meta is about 'restitution and distortion,' not damages

Following opening arguments in the case against Meta, California Attorney General Bonta said the trial is not about extracting a massive payout.

US Rep Byron Donalds wins GOP nod for Florida governor against Ex-Rep David Jolly for the Democrats - AP News

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In upset, democratic socialist Nixon defeats Vindman in Florida Democratic Senate primary

Primary races on Tuesday in Florida and Alaska were being closely watched for signs of possible Republican or Democratic dominance in the run-up to the…

Democratic Representative Moskowitz fends off challenge in Florida from democratic socialist

Ex-Fauci adviser pleads guilty to plotting to conceal COVID-19 research records during pandemic - AP News

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Cerebras’s stock has been a post-IPO bust. Its comeback hinges on this new chip.

Cerebras is betting that its specialized chips will outpace traditional graphics processing units as AI agents become more widespread.