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GM reports 5.5% decline in third-quarter U.S. sales as EV sales drop

GM's sales of all-electric vehicles are down across the board, as enthusiasm for electric vehicles wanes.

Accenture rallies more than 20% after earnings beat, heads for best day ever

Shares of Accenture surged Thursday after the company's fiscal fourth-quarter results beat estimates.

Judges dismisses Reflecting Pool case permanently, cites risk Trump will force new charges

President Donald Trump had criticized D.C. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro after she moved to drop the Reflecting Pool case.

Social Security claiming ages may soon get new names. What retirees need to know

President Donald Trump may sign a bill into law that would change the way Social Security retirement ages are described.

U.S. manufacturers say inflation is bad and not getting any better

American manufacturers are expanding and have plenty of new orders, but high energy prices and new Trump tariffs appear to be blocking even faster growth.

Old Second Bancorp schedules Q3 2026 earnings release and webcast

Bridgewater’s flagship macro fund posts robust double-digit gains this year, sources say

Wall Street down amid rising oil and volatile bonds, data shows inflationary angst

Oxford BioDynamics extends payment deadline for investor

Morocco stocks lower at close of trade; Moroccan All Shares down 0.47%

Orchid Island stock hits 52-week low at 5.26 USD

Infineon at AI & Technology Virtual Investor Conference: AI growth lifts outlook

Health insurer points finger at AI as nearly $1 billion in questionable hospital charges appear

As AI codes billing inside hospitals, insurers say costs are added to a bloated health care system. Blue Cross Blue Shield put the tab as high as $1 billion.

Ingredion stock hits 52-week low at 94.25 USD

IMF looking to set up Venezuela office, says no programme requested

DelBene of Washington’s 1st District Makes Significant Trades in Energy Sector

Bond sell-off: US government borrowing costs hit highest since 2002, as UK 30-year bond yield hits 6% – business live

Global bond rout kicks off again, with UK 30-year gilt yields hitting highest since 1998 Worryingly for Paris, the difference between French and German borrowing costs has widened to a 14-year high this morning. The gap between French and G

It’s war, not hybrid attacks, says Estonian foreign minister

Margus Tsahkna says Europe must present a united front against Moscow.

Should You Forget NextEra Energy and Buy This Nuclear Stock Instead?

Constellation Energy may offer investors slightly more upside potential in the coming years.

October Could Be a Huge Month for the Stock Market. Here's Why.

Many earnings reports are due out in October that could shift market sentiment.

‘We lived within our means’: I earned $30,000 as a pastor and still retired comfortably. Why don’t you tell people that?

“As a country, we have grown dangerously comfortable.”

Crypto for Advisors: The CLARITY Act failed, but the rules came anyway

10-year Treasury yield climbs to a 24-year high amid relentless global bond sell-off

Treasury yields were higher on Thursday as investors kept selling government debt.

Which Consumer Staples ETF Offers Better Value: XLP or IYK?

State Street's XLP charges just 0.08% annually versus iShares' 0.37%, but IYK diversifies into healthcare and materials. Similar returns and low volatility make this a cost-versus-breadth trade-off.

If a Bear Market Is Coming, History Says This Is How Long It Could Take to Recover

Here's what S&P 500 history shows.

Global bond sell-off pushes 10-year Treasury yield to highest since 2002

Sovereign debt costs around world return to multiyear highs

September jobs report may show labor market is on the mend — but it’s far from cured

The U.S. job market has been stuck in what economists call a low-hire, low fire mode for the past two years — and the September employment report is likely to be in line with this unusual trend.

Trump Accounts have auto-enrolled more than 60 million children, Treasury says

More than 60 million children have been automatically enrolled in Trump Accounts, according to a Treasury Department announcement exclusively provided to CNBC.

Billionaire family offices bet on geothermal energy, brain implants in September

Personal investment firms of John Arnold, Stanley Druckenmiller are investing in cutting-edge technology such as geothermal energy and brain implants.

SEC proposes investor exam to expand private market access — here's how it could work

The SEC proposed expanding accredited investor eligibility beyond traditional income and net worth thresholds, including through a new exam.

Had You Bought This Vanguard ETF at the Start of January, You'd be Obliterating the S&P 500 in 2026

Technology stocks have led the market higher in 2026, fueled by the artificial intelligence boom.

‘I want to make her proud’: My mother, a divorcée, died and I’m her executor. Do I need to file for probate?

“The only debts were utility and credit-card bills, which we will pay off.”

Behind the Multibillion-Dollar Turnaround: 3 Catalysts Positioning This Stock to Race Ahead

There are three overlooked aspects to the early innings of Stellantis' global turnaround, but here's why the stock could race ahead in the near term.

Macron’s final budget hinges on Le Pen’s backing … for now

Paris is proposing €43B in savings to get the budget deficit down to 5% of GDP.

NEAR Intents hit by $3.8 million exploit as crypto's rough year of hacks continues

The popular cross-chain trading system said it will reimburse losses after a bug affected deposits and withdrawals across several networks.

Why Accenture Stock Soared on Thursday

Investors reacted positively to earnings, but is Accenture stock now too expensive to buy?

‘I’m never selling’: I’m 47 and buy bitcoin with every dollar I earn. Am I crazy?

“When my paycheck lands, it takes a detour through bitcoin.”

I’m 71 and still working. I earn $108,000 a year. Am I doing the right thing?

“I have $152,000 in my IRA and Roth accounts.”

3 Top AI Stocks for October

The fourth quarter could see some big momentum shifts for these tech players.

Want Reliable Dividend Income? These 2 Industrial Stocks Deliver.

Both stocks have increased their dividend by more than 40% in the last five years.

Wie Trumps Energieminister die EU zur Freigabe von Dieselreserven drängt

Mehrere EU-Staaten – darunter Deutschland – wurden von Chris Wright mit dem Angebot kontaktiert, entweder ihre Dieselreserven anzuzapfen, oder ein Exportverbot von US-Diesel zu riskieren.

Be Careful Claiming Social Security at 70. The Math Won't Always Work Out in Your Favor.

It's not always a financially sound choice.

Kubilius: Russian attack on arms factory would trigger NATO military response

Moscow has warned that weapons factories in European countries that produce arms for Ukraine are "potential military targets for Russia."

Better Energy Sector ETF: Vanguard Energy ETF or First Trust Infrastructure Fund?

VDE captures broader energy markets with 37.7% 1-year returns, while EMLP prioritizes utilities and pipelines for higher income.

Is Quantum Computing Inc. a Buy Right Now?

This early-stage pure play is starting to build a real quantum computing and photonics business, but it's still a money-losing company with plenty of risk ahead.

3 Dates for Disney Investors to Circle in October

Disney stock declined 3% in September and 9% for all of fiscal 2026. It's time to size up potential catalysts.

Racehorse market breaks records riding high on tax breaks, stock market gains

Keeneland's 2026 September Yearling Sale, the world's largest thoroughbred auction, grossed a record $536.7 million.

Nvidia Just Gave Investors 150 Billion Reasons to Buy the Stock

It's not too late to invest in this high-flying company.

Hedge-Fund Managers Lose Out on Lucrative Tax Strategy

Appeals court rulings deny a path to avoiding the 3.8% federal self-employment tax.

More than 10 million older adults are now living in poverty as Social Security cuts loom: ‘I don’t know how anyone is making it’

Even seniors with savings are struggling to get by

Micron beats on earnings and issues strong guidance as data center revenue jumps 11-fold

Micron is up over 500% in the past year as the company benefits from soaring AI demand.

Accenture shares surge 22% as consultancy confounds AI fears

Group says revenues could accelerate in the coming year despite worries over demand for its services

These bond strategies can help you get a safe 5% return on your cash

With U.S. Treasury yields on the rise, financial planners say they’re seeing a growing interest in bonds, especially among investors looking to secure fixed income in retirement.

Why Micron’s big earnings report isn’t lifting the stock

Expectations are high, and Micron isn’t topping estimates to the degree that it used to.

Why American investors should care as France’s bond market stumbles

As French bond yields rise, is it a threat to the U.S.?

If a Stock Market Crash Is Coming, Warren Buffett Says You Should Do This 1 Thing Right Now

Warren Buffett has sage advice for those fearing a crash.

What It Would Take for Rocket Lab Stock to Hit $100?

Rocket Lab is scaling quickly, but its future value depends on a few critical milestones. See what needs to happen for today's ambitious growth story to translate into lasting shareholder value.

South Korean President Lee pushes back on Alaska LNG project after Trump touts Seoul's participation

The U.S. announced plans for up to $200 billion in South Korean investment, though Seoul has yet to finalize the participation in the Alaska LNG project.

The U.S. just made it much easier for retail investors to access private markets

The Securities and Exchange Commission has approved new plans to open private markets up to retail investors.

Bitget’s $388M hack pushes Q3 crypto security losses past $1B

Crypto security losses reached $1.26 billion in Q3 across 247 incidents, with September alone accounting for roughly $769 million.

America’s Copper Hoard Stokes Fear of a Supply Crunch

Plus: The mystery man in Guilfoyle’s European energy push, climate investors pivot to data centers and Switzerland’s rapidly shrinking glaciers.

LATAM stablecoin liquidity may depend on few providers, investor says

Researchers in a Latin American stablecoin ecosystem report warned “fragility in the system is concentrated in its thinnest layer,” with just 16 of 494 companies focused primarily on wholesale liquidity, treasury and credit.

Stablecoins can drain from banks and nations at lightning speed

Highly liquid and settling 24/7, stablecoins can leave banks and countries at lightning speed. But whether stablecoins are a risk — or an opportunity — depends on your perspective.

Is Broadcom a Millionaire-Maker Stock?

Investors with time on their side have a realistic path to $1 million.

ASML vs. SK Hynix: Which Tech Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

ASML commands the toolmaking monopoly, while SK Hynix dominates memory, but their valuations and risk profiles diverge sharply.

Even If Costco Doesn't Pay a $10 or $15 Special Dividend in 2027, I'd Still Buy the Stock

The warehouse retailer's intermittent special dividends are icing on a growth-stock cake.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom bans AI 'robo bosses' in landmark state law, reversing his earlier veto

California Governor Gavin Newsom has banned 'robo-bosses' from firing workers, the first U.S. state with such a law.

EU countries in crisis talks over release of diesel stocks

Trump administration has pressured European countries to release strategic reserves, warning that it could ban US diesel exports if they do not do so

Walmart is using light-up digital shelf labels to help shoppers and employees find items

Walmart is rolling out a light-up shelf label feature connected to its app to help customers better find the items they're looking for.

The Best IPO to Buy in 2026 Isn't What You Think. I'm Betting on CoreWeave.

Nvidia's fresh investment could make the AI infrastructure stock CoreWeave the year's stealth winner.

Here’s what happened in crypto today

Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.

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

Micron shares should be higher after that spectacular quarter.

Trump’s energy chief asked Europe to release more than a third of its diesel reserves

Chris Wright's detailed proposal is being sold as a way to bring down fuel prices without banning U.S. exports.

UBS Shareholder Calls for Bank to Leave Switzerland

U.S. investor Artisan Partners has urged the bank to part ways with its home country over new capital rules.

Bedford rail crash: train sped up after red light warning, say investigators

Driver of East Midlands train, who died in June crash, received automatic warning after passing red light but train continued to accelerate The train that ran into the back of another in the Bedford rail crash sped up after the driver recei

France Is Ground Zero in the Global Bond Rout

The French government aims to cut tens of billions of euros in spending next year as it seeks to calm investor worries.

French government calls crisis meeting as some school blockades turn violent

The demonstrations have also led to political finger-pointing.

EU watchdogs question Binance over unlicensed European operations

European regulators are questioning Binance over its use of a narrow legal exemption to keep serving EU customers without a licence, the Financial Times reported. Binance told Euronews it is working towards authorisation, while ESMA said en

Live Updates: Bitcoin flat near $84,000 after closing out best quarter since 2024

After a spike higher overnight, interest rates are dipping ahead of tomorrow's key U.S. employment report.

Illinois agrees to six-month delay of crypto tax as industry continues court battle

Both sides agreed the 0.2% tax should be put off until July 1, if the court approves the deal, which will let the state and industry focus on the legal dispute.

Travelodge failed sex assault victim 'at every stage'

Room intrusions were still being reported at one-in-10 Travelodge hotels this summer, a review finds.

Trump's AI rebrand causes 'unprecedented' demand for Slovenian website names

The president wants AI to be called super intelligence - or SI - the same initials used by Slovenian domains.

Crypto lost $1.26 billion in hacks while bitcoin bulls enjoyed a monster quarter

Your day-ahead look for Oct. 1, 2026

France increases defense budget despite strained public finances

The boost is in line with a new military planning law adopted over the summer.

SpaceX set to launch Google AI chips into orbit in push toward space-based data centers

SpaceX plans to launch Google tensor processing units into orbit on Planet Labs satellites.

UK bookmakers that warned of rogue casinos profited from offshore gambling

Content provider part-owned by Ladbrokes, William Hill and Betfred owner signed deal with Santeda network, Casino Secrets leak reveals Three UK bookmakers that have repeatedly warned of the dangers of the illicit market have also benefited

Health Care Roundup: Market Talk

Find insight on Sanofi, AstraZeneca and more in the latest Market Talks covering Health Care.

Japan's prime minister says her policies will boost confidence in the yen after U.S. intervention falls short

Japan's Prime Minister said her government's policies will lift confidence in the yen, following underwhelming success in prior efforts to boost the currency.

Basic Materials Roundup: Market Talk

Find insight on Lynas Rare Earths, Johnson Matthey and more in the latest Market Talks covering Basic Materials.

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Synthetic tokenized stocks are bad for American investors

U.S. markets are the envy of the world because investors trust that whoever owns a share owns it fully, writes Aaron Kaplan, founder of Promethum. The synthetic models cheapens that trust, shortchanges U.S. investors, and undercuts the issu

An AI sovereign wealth fund isn’t progressive — it’s techno-imperialism

Accruing income at home from land and power abroad has an old name: empire

Tokenized assets don’t always mirror traditional markets, Dune finds

Dune found that tokenized markets show different trading patterns from traditional markets, with RWA value reaching $34.5 billion.

Portugal records biggest EU rise in house prices in second quarter

Eurostat data shows Portugal recorded the EU's sharpest rise in house prices in Q2 2026 versus a year earlier. In September, national housing costs hit a fresh record high.

Tech in cars can be used to snoop on you, Dutch spy chiefs warn

Hostile states could access cameras, microphones or GPS, says intelligence agency amid concerns over Chinese imports Drivers have been warned that the smart features built into modern cars such as microphones, cameras and GPS trackers could

Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk

Find insight on KBC Group, Julius Baer Gruppe and more in the latest Market Talks covering Financial Services.

Bitcoin kicks off new quarter in the old $82,000-$85,000 price range

Prices briefly topped $85,000 on Wednesday after weaker-than-expected U.S. inflation cooled bets on Fed rate hikes, But bulls couldn’t hold the move and spot ETFs didn’t help.

Bitcoin trapped below $86K as PCE changes cloud inflation reading

Bitcoin erased its post-PCE gains as analysts cautioned that methodology changes complicated the lower-than-expected inflation reading.

Here’s Why the Fed Is on Hold—Maybe for a While

Plus, financial warnings lights flash in France

Binance’s EU services face scrutiny over licensing exemption: Report

EU regulators are reportedly examining Binance’s use of a MiCA exemption to serve customers as ESMA seeks stronger enforcement powers.

AI boom could trigger market shocks, Bank of England boss warns

Andrew Bailey says the central bank is watching the waves of cash being invested in artificial intelligence "very carefully".

Flydubai scare revives Israel’s hijacking trauma

Air travel for Israelis has been shaped by a long and painful history of assaults on planes

Citigroup raises 12-month bitcoin target to $113,000 as ETF inflows resume

Citi also raised its 12-month target for ether from from $2,240 to $3,028.

This Datapoint Could Explain Soaring Bond Yields

Plus, immigration’s economic impact, Russia’s diesel-export ban and horseshoe theory in Michigan.

A Cancer Test Has Investors Betting Big. But Will Insurers Pay?

An FDA panel backed Grail’s Galleri test. But the Medicare money the business depends on is far from guaranteed.

Latvia detains couple suspected of spying for Russia

Authorities allege the pair collected information on NATO forces, military aircraft and Latvia's support for Ukraine.

Chainalysis beats most Celsius claims, but ‘audit’ lawsuit survives

Chainalysis still faces an aiding-and-abetting claim over Celsius’ disputed $3.3 billion audit after a judge dismissed 15 other claims.

Boots owner ‘closing in on sale to Canada’s Weston family for $9bn’

Deal would mark return of Canadian family to UK after it sold Selfridges department store for £4bn in 2022 Business live – latest updates The private equity owner of high street pharmacy Boots is reportedly closing in on a deal to sell the

Four potential positives from higher bond yields

The sharp rise in borrowing costs has raised justified alarm but there are benefits too

Stock Market Today: Bond Selloff Eases in Volatile Trading Day

Stock indexes fall, led by the Dow

Bitcoin ETFs draw $6.3B in Q3 as BTC price rises nearly 43%

Bitcoin gained 42.71% in Q3, its best third-quarter performance since 2017, as US spot ETFs attracted $6.34 billion in net inflows.

Pentagon excludes key allies from NATO meeting

Some of Europe’s biggest defense spenders — and U.S. allies — were not invited to a Pentagon-led meeting to discuss the alliance.

Energy bills are rising by £60 a year - here's how you can bring that down

Household energy bills have risen again but there are ways to keep a lid on your expenditure.

Employers should teach primary-age children about work, says Milburn

The author of a major report into youth activity in the UK says children as young as four should be learning about careers.

MetaMask security incident forces Ethereum staking exits, no funds at risk

An Ethereum security researcher estimates about 0.36 ETH in rewards was diverted, while precautionary exits cover validators holding roughly 523,000 ETH.

Africa's richest man launches Kenya oil refinery despite land protests

The Kenya refinery is part of Dangote's ambitious bid to expand and help industralise Africa by 2030.

Before the Iran war vs now: How much of a worker’s wage is needed to fill a 50-litre tank?

A 50-litre diesel tank costs the equivalent of 15.4% of Bulgaria’s gross monthly minimum wage, compared with 3.8% in Luxembourg, as fuel prices have risen since the Iran war began.

Bitcoin think tank questions MSCI’s ‘invisible committee’ over Strategy, Metaplanet rule

A Bitcoin Policy Institute paper says MSCI’s proposed “non-operating company” rule could remove Strategy and Metaplanet from its indexes and may have roots in an earlier crypto treasury review.

An optimist’s guide to the bond market

It could be a lot worse. Really!

Healey urged to offer energy support in budget as bills rise 4%

Millions of people in Great Britain face increase from Thursday to an average of £1,723 a year for a typical home What to do as energy bills head for £2,000 a year John Healey is under growing pressure to offer fresh energy support for hous

Dogecoin gets DeFi testnet as DogeOS bets miners will eventually secure its apps

DogeOS wants to turn DOGE into more than a payments and speculation asset, but its applications still rely on selected operators rather than Dogecoin miners.

Crypto hacks top $768M in September, worst month of 2026

The $388 million Bitget breach and $320 million Liquid Network exploit accounted for most of September’s losses, though more than $270 million from the latter was later returned.

Bitcoin's soft-inflation pop to $85,500 fades as bond yields refuse to fall

A cooler-than-expected PCE report sent bitcoin briefly above $85,000 on Wednesday. Treasury yields held near their highest since 2002 and the gains drained away.

Manchester City chair shielded by diplomatic immunity

Khaldoon al-Mubarak was granted immunity six years ago, protecting him from potential legal proceedings in the UK

OpenAI’s agents obscured hacking activity in government site breaches

New findings by Asymmetric Security provide further evidence of novel tactics AI tools use to conduct hacks

How Europe can stall Russia’s hybrid war

Enhancing domestic security, using new technologies and negotiating guardrails could lessen the risk of mass-casualty events

Auditor RSM explores IPO to ward off private equity-backed rivals

Accounting firm has been sounding out bankers and revamping internal systems to give itself the option of a stock market flotation

Tencent leases 100,000 chips from Oracle to accelerate AI push

WeChat owner strikes deal to access US group’s south-east Asia data centres amid race with ByteDance and Alibaba

Trump’s AI lunch included every major tech company. Except Apple

Apple's absence from Trump's AI lunch raised eyebrows, but the company is known to look out for its own interests.

CFTC seeks to define event contracts as swaps amid prediction market fight

The classification could assist the CFTC’s claim that it has exclusive federal jurisdiction over event contracts offered on regulated prediction markets.

MetaMask exits Ethereum validators amid undisclosed security incident

MetaMask said it is investigating the threat internally and said it has found no immediate threat to its wallets.

Fed's Kashkari says inflation is 'still too high' even after softer-than-expected PCE data, labor market is 'pretty good'

Kashkari sat down with CNBC's Steve Liesman for an exclusive conversation Wednesday night.

The AI telling farmers when to harvest

Will farmers want AI tools to help judge when to pick fruit, or is their own intuition enough?

Vape tax comes into effect - but prices won't rise yet

Vaping is about to becoming more expensive due to a new tax on products.

Standard Chartered sees Ethena’s USDe reaching $40B, ENA hitting $2

The bank also expects Ethena’s ENA token to rise roughly sevenfold to $2 by the end of 2028 as USDe scales and token buybacks increase.

Crypto advocacy group announces picks for US Congress as midterms loom

The organization’s endorsements in the House and Senate came as many polls showed Democrats favored to regain control of both chambers in 2027.

Base completes Cobalt upgrade, adds new tools for tokenized assets

Base’s Cobalt lets traders set transaction conditions while giving issuers tools for compliance checks, stock splits and forced token transfers.

Bloomberg brings onchain stablecoin data to its Terminal

Bloomberg’s Allium-powered dashboard gives Terminal users hourly data on stablecoin supply, issuance, transfers and activity across blockchain networks.

US trade regulator opens investigation into AI giants including Anthropic and OpenAI

FTC move is first official US enforcement ⁠action on rogue AI agents, following surge in incidents first reported in July The US’s main trade regulator is conducting an industry-wide investigation ⁠into Anthropic, OpenAI and other ⁠AI labs

No 10 gathering evidence on public support for UK rejoining EU

Senior Downing Street officials reach out to thinktanks and pollsters as they look to test backing for reversing Brexit Senior Downing Street officials have been reaching out to thinktanks and pollsters as they look to test public support f

TAP: final bids from Air France-KLM and Lufthansa have been submitted

Air France-KLM and Lufthansa submitted their final bids on Wednesday to buy a 44.9% stake in TAP, closing the bidding phase and leaving the decision to the government.

Federal Reserve watchdog finds no criminal violations for building renovation cost overruns

Trump criticized $2.4bn rehab amid attempts to pressure then Fed chair Jerome Powell into lowering interest rates An internal watchdog said the Federal Reserve mismanaged costs associated with a $2.4bn renovation of its Washington DC headqu

AIIB reaffirms commitment to close global infrastructure financing gap at Doha meeting

The 11th AIIB annual meeting brings policymakers, investors and business leaders from around the world to Doha to explore how technology, sustainability, connectivity and investment are reshaping the way cities and economies develop.

Wall Street’s Trading Desks Come Down From a Record High

Bankers expect third-quarter revenue to be better than normal, but not to match the big gains earlier this year

Brazil’s Petrobras uses Cardano to track sustainable aviation fuel, renewable diesel

Petrobras developed two Cardano-based applications to track sustainability claims tied to aviation fuel and renewable diesel as part of an ongoing research collaboration.

Crypto industry gave $8 million to Clarity Act lobbyists who didn't close the deal

In the first half of this year, the sector poured millions into lobbying, with most of it tied to pushing the U.S. market structure bill to a goal it never reached.

Government must stop dithering over energy bill support for the vulnerable | Nils Pratley

Ministers should introduce a properly targeted social tariff rather than tinker with the warm homes discount Energy bills forecast to jump by £276 a year from January What to do as prices head for £2,000 a year After the hopeful good vibes

Bitget ‘gradually back to usual’ as protection fund reaches $309M

Bitget CEO Gracy Chen said that a protection fund created by the company in 2022 “absorbed the financial impact of the incident“ that resulted in $388 million in user losses.

Open USD takes on Tether, Circle with a different stablecoin model that's 'building money'

The “overwhelming majority” of Open Standard’s equity will be distributed over time to partners based on how much they help grow the stablecoin, CEO Zach Abrams said.

Who is Kristi Noem's husband Bryon as the former Department of Homeland Security Secretary files for divorce?

Kristi Noem and Bryon Noem have announced their split after 34 years together, citing irreconcilable differences. The couple shares three children and multiple grandchildren, signaling a significant personal transition. Bryon, known for his work as an insuran…

Micron earnings are only hours away. Here's everything investors need to know. - MarketWatch

Micron earnings are only hours away. Here's everything investors need to know.MarketWatch Micron to report Q4 earnings as memory boom powers onYahoo Finance Micron’s $370 Billion Stock Rebound Hinges on AI Spending ViewBloomberg.com Here’s How Much Micron Sto…

‘We don’t need handouts’: Key takeaways from Putin’s first address to Russia’s new parliament

Russia needs no foreign handouts and its people cannot be intimidated, President Vladimir Putin has told the newly elected State Duma Read Full Article at RT.com

BMW priming new 1 Series on Neue Klasse EV platform – plus 'X8' flagship

Autocar rendering shows what the next-generation 1 Series could look like Entry-level hatchback and X1 crossover are being lined up for electric hardware from i3 and iX5 BMW has confirmed it will launch a new compact Neue Klasse EV – set to be the next 1 S…

European stocks close lower as inflation rises

European markets closed lower on Wednesday after the latest data showed inflation accelerating in two of the eurozone's leading economies. Germany's annual inflation rate rose more than expected, incr...

U.S. Crude Oil Stockpiles Jump

Commercial crude oil stocks rose by 900,000 barrels last week. Analysts had expected crude stocks to fall by 200,000 barrels.

When the 4% Rule for Spending in Retirement Works—and When It Doesn’t

We find an 81.5% success rate when stocks are rising and inflation is modest. The chances of success plunge if inflation is elevated or markets are soft.

Record AI spend is changing the market hunt for 'cash cows' and 'quality' stock investments

By one recent estimate, the AI buildout will cost more than most major economic transformations in the history of the U.S. economy. "The projected buildout would be larger relative to the economy than the major U.S. canal, railroad, electrification, highway, …

Netanyahu says flydubai co-pilot tried to crash Tel Aviv-bound plane

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Wednesday that one of the pilots of a flydubai plane bound for Tel Aviv had planned to crash the aircraft and kill its mostly Israeli passengers, after the flight made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Netany…

Oil Hits Session High After DOE Shows Lowest Midwest Gasoline Stocks On Record

Oil Hits Session High After DOE Shows Lowest Midwest Gasoline Stocks On Record Oil prices rose to session highs after today's DOE inventory data refuted the latest cheerful API prints from Tuesday afternoon. Instead of the API-reported builds in distillate…

BGL's Real Estate Team Advises Forms+Surfaces on Sale-Leaseback with Institutional Net Lease Buyer

The five-property portfolio supports Forms+Surfaces' architectural and site products businesses in Pittsburgh and Phoenix. CLEVELAND, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Brown Gibbons Lang & Company (BGL), a leading independent investment bank and financial adviso…

CoreWeave CEO unveils Forge, a cloud product designed to boost margins

CoreWeave launches Forge, an integrated AI software platform designed to boost margins by unifying the full AI development lifecycle on GPU The post CoreWeave CEO unveils Forge, a cloud product designed to boost margins appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Apple Pay launches in India

Apple Pay is now available for users in India across iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, with support for Mac coming soon. The launch brings… The post Apple Pay launches in India appeared first on MacDailyNews.

Jeeves raises $110M to scale stablecoin-native banking platform for global payments

Jeeves Inc., a stablecoin-focused banking platform for global enterprises, announced Tuesday it has raised $110 million in equity funding to launch a cryptocurrency wallet with payouts across 190 countries. The crypto-focused venture capital and investment fi…

OpenMetal Acquires Economize, Launches Labs to Help Businesses Optimize Their Cloud and AI Infrastructure

The acquisition pairs Economize's FinOps expertise and software with OpenMetal's infrastructure under one accountable provider. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenMetal today announced it has acquired Economize, a cloud cost management pl…

Former CW Bosses Dawn Ostroff and Mark Pedowitz Look Back at the Network’s First 20 Years

When Warner Bros. and CBS announced the merger of the WB and UPN on the morning of Jan. 24, 2006, the industry was shocked. There had been no rumblings that it might happen, as the two sides behind the deal somehow managed to keep it a secret. “Even then ther…

Vivo’s X Fold 6 accidentally feels like a throwback

It's a quirk of the release calendar that when Vivo's X Fold 6 launched in China this June, it was just another foldable. Now that it's ready for its global release, the size and aspect ratio feel oddly old-fashioned. The X Fold 6 is much the same size as Viv…

Berlin Christmas market break with flights & hotel

Two nights, one flight, and suddenly you're standing in the middle of one of Europe's best Christmas markets -- that's the deal here.This trip pairs your flights from London with a stay at the Hotel Prens Berlin, leaving you free to spend your time browsing s…

California home prices 3rd weakest in US, by this math

In the 12 months through June, California home prices gained only 0.9% – the smallest since third quarter of 2023. The 3% gain nationally was smallest since 2013.

The long-term supply of affordable rental housing is at risk, new PHFA housing study finds

More than 43,000 rental units within the next 10 years face loss of affordability HARRISBURG, Pa., Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In the next 10 years, affordability restrictions on a third of the existing federally supported properties, or more than 43,000 r…

New BMW 3 Series: i3 EV with 912km range or M350 xDrive with 3.0L straight-six engine? PHEV coming later

Following the unveiling of the fully electric BMW i3 early this year, BMW has announced the broader lineup for its all-new eighth-generation 3 Series. Whether you prefer a fully electric sedan or a petrol engine, the new range offers both, with a plug-in hybr…

Crisil lifts India FY27 growth forecast to 7% on strong H1 momentum

Crisil has raised its GDP growth forecast for India in FY27 to 7%, reflecting strong domestic demand. Resilient consumer spending and government investment are key factors supporting this growth projection. However, potential inflation risks from a strengthen…

CFTC submits rules to define event contracts as swaps, defying states’ gambling claims

The CFTC's move to classify event contracts as swaps could centralize regulatory oversight, potentially reshaping prediction markets and state-federal dynamics. The post CFTC submits rules to define event contracts as swaps, defying states’ gambling claims ap…

Former NCA officer Paul Chowles ordered to repay $2.4M for Bitcoin theft during Silk Road 2.0 probe

The case highlights the need for enhanced oversight and security measures in law enforcement's handling of digital assets to prevent insider theft. The post Former NCA officer Paul Chowles ordered to repay $2.4M for Bitcoin theft during Silk Road 2.0 probe ap…

New SNAP rules take effect Oct. 1, raising fears of more benefit cuts

Roughly 5.7 million Americans have lost food-stamp benefits since 2025. "I have to prove that I'm sick," one SNAP recipient said.

ElevenLabs doubles valuation to $22B in $300M tender offer

ElevenLabs' rapid valuation growth highlights the booming demand for AI voice tech, signaling strong investor confidence in AI infrastructure. The post ElevenLabs doubles valuation to $22B in $300M tender offer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Rhode Island UFL team adds former Alabama star AJ McCarron as coach

AJ McCarron will coach the new UFL team in Pawtucket, the league announced on Wednesday morning.

Dubai Gets Its First Niche Perfumery Fair With Notes Dubai

Messe Frankfurt Middle East's new show, a sister event to Notes Shanghai, opens at the Dubai Mall Exhibition Centre in January. Its debut theme was unveiled in Cannes.

Trump will unveil $54 billion in South Korean investment in Alaska, site of a tight Senate race

President Donald Trump is expected to announce plans for South Korea to invest roughly $54 billion in a project to export natural gas from Alaska, a proposal long backed by Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan, who's in a competitive reelection contest there

Republicans tee up bill on data centers for one of the final votes before the midterms

Senate Republicans are dedicating one of the final votes leading up to the midterms to a bill that attempts to address voter worries about data centers and their impact on energy bills

Walmart bets on AI to drive the next phase of retail shopping

Walmart leverages AI across four phases to boost shopping, autonomy, and delivery, while emphasizing trust, omnichannel growth, and global talent collaboration.

Dubai’s MForMedia & Arcana Labs Sign AI Production Pact For Middle East

EXCLUSIVE: Dubai’s MForMedia will look to add AI workflows into its productions following a deal with Arcana Labs. The two companies have struck a strategic partnership to incorporate Arcana’s software into MForMedia’s production workflows, Arabic-language co…

US yields pull back as rate hike bets ease after inflation data

Traders took stock on Wednesday, moderating their forecasts for Federal Reserve rate hikes after the latest inflation figures. Reports showed inflation's increase for August fell short of economists' predictions. As a result, futures contracts adjusted to ref…

Kwara embraces digital technology, AI to transform tourism —Official

The Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to using digital technology and AI to transform its tourism sector and create new economic opportu Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-embraces-digital-technology-ai-to-transform-tourism-official/

DFI to take full control of Starbucks in Asia

DFI Retail Group will take full control of Starbucks operations across seven Asian markets, ending its joint venture with Hongkong Caterers in Maxim’s Caterers. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Robinhood Chain kept producing blocks through a roughly 40-minute app disruption

New full-day measurements correct the block-halt claim, while separate data show a steep drop in successful app traffic. The post Robinhood Chain kept producing blocks through a roughly 40-minute app disruption appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Show HN: How we made web agents 3x faster by building the missing memory layer

Article URL: https://blog.reduck.ai/browser-action-memory-layer-for-faster-agents/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49910148 Points: 5 # Comments: 0

Redmi Note 17 5G Review: Built Around a Battery, Not a Benchmark

Phone prices went up this year, and not because phones got dramatically better. Memory and storage cost more, so every brand had to decide what to keep and what to cut. Some raised the price. Others trimmed the camera or the chip to hold it. Xiaomi made a ver…

Higher capex, subsidy spending widens Apr-Aug fiscal deficit to 42% of BE

Centre's fiscal deficit widened to ₹7.10 trillion in April-August as capital expenditure rose 18 per cent and spending on major subsidies increased nearly 25 per cent

Show HN: Ikarem – Zero-dependency Python ASGI framework with built-in MCP tools

IKAREM — industry-grade Python ASGI backend framework with a zero-dependency core. DI, validation, JWT auth, OpenAPI + MCP. pip install ikarem - nishantXnova/IKAREM

Senate expected to vote on stock trading ban, data center bill before election recess

The Senate will vote on bills that would ban members from trading stocks while in office, and to address data center-related utility costs, amid Democratic opposition.

U.S. CFTC seeks event contract definitions that may defy states' gambling claims

As it battles with states over prediction markets, the CFTC sent two related rules on swaps definitions for White House review.

Tempo integrates Open USD for enterprise payments and treasury

The integration of Open USD with Tempo could significantly streamline enterprise financial operations, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. The post Tempo integrates Open USD for enterprise payments and treasury appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The biggest market surprises of Q3

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi shares his biggest market surprises of the third quarter, including bitcoin's (BTC-USD) strongest quarter since 2024 and the surprising breadth of the market, with roughly 75% of S&P 500 (^GSPC) stocks trading below …

Open Standard launches OUSD stablecoin backed by Coinbase, Stripe, Visa, and Mastercard

The integration of Open USD with Tempo could significantly streamline enterprise financial operations, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. The post Open Standard launches OUSD stablecoin backed by Coinbase, Stripe, Visa, and Mastercard appeared first on …

Breaking down Jensen Huang's biggest moves of Q3 2026

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi breaks down Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang's biggest moves of a packed Q3, from acquiring Hugging Face to facetime with President Trump to getting called out by the pope. 00:00 Speaker A It has been a big third quart…

Micron Earnings Prediction Market Preview: Can the AI Memory Boom Keep Running?

Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:MU) reports fiscal fourth-quarter earnings after the bell Wednesday, with investors looking for clues on whether the AI-driven …

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GOP fortress is under threat in one key red state, and these voters could decide whether it falls

Black and Hispanic voter turnout could decide whether James Talarico breaks a 30-year Democratic drought in the Texas Senate race this fall.

Retirees in One State Have Just $35,000 Saved For Retirement, The Lowest In The Country — See How Yours Stacks Up

Retirees in One State Have Just $35,000 Saved For Retirement, The Lowest In The Country — See How Yours Stacks Up Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. One state has a retirement savings number th…

Ostium recovery plan repays 3,321 wallets in full, leaves 345 to choose

Ostium's recovery plan highlights the challenges of securing off-chain infrastructure in DeFi, impacting trust and financial stability. The post Ostium recovery plan repays 3,321 wallets in full, leaves 345 to choose appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

IBM Survey Finds AI Expanding Finance Chiefs' Roles, With Readiness Lagging

In a survey of 1,500 finance leaders, 62% reported a wider technology or AI strategy role, while 6% described finance as transformation-ready.

Memory stocks face a new test as pricing momentum cools ahead of Micron (SMH:NASDAQ)

Memory stocks have rallied sharply on expectations of tight supply and higher pricing, but investors may want to look beyond high-bandwidth memory exposure ahead of Micron Technology’s (MU) earnings on Wednesday. During a recent Seeking Alpha Investing Expert…

Layer 1 Pharos launches AI-powered tools as it targets Agent-Native Chain

Pharos Network's AI-powered tools could revolutionize blockchain interactions, enhancing automation and efficiency in decentralized finance. The post Layer 1 Pharos launches AI-powered tools as it targets Agent-Native Chain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

EMS Broadens Product Offering Across Fencing and Hurricane Protection with Acquisition of AMD Supply

Acquisition Extends EMS’s Reach with Fence Contractors, Dealers, and Builders and Adds Complementary Product Lines ROSEMONT, Ill. — EMS, a value-added distributor of aluminum products and a portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital, L.P. (“Wynnchurch”), today a…

Govt extends import price curbs on two pharma raw materials

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade has announced an extension of the minimum import price validity period. This extension will apply to two pharmaceutical raw materials, namely ATS-8 and Sulfadiazine API. The minimum import price for ATS-8 will be set a…

Record AI spend is changing the market hunt for 'cash cows' and 'quality' stock investments

With AI spending consuming the cash of the market's richest companies, balance sheet metrics led by free cash flow are getting more investing attention.

Kimi K3 enters OpenAI’s enterprise Codex channel and billing system

Moonshot AI’s Kimi K3 is entering OpenAI’s enterprise Codex channel through US inference provider Baseten. Enterprise customers can count use of the Chinese model against their existing OpenAI spending commitments. Sina Finance described this as the first tim…

MIT Transit Lab to develop an AI platform for public transit agencies

Thanks to $2.1M from Google.org, the MIT Transit Lab will develop the Public Transit Intelligence Hub (PTIQ), an artificial intelligence platform unifying transit operations, communications, and government innovation in real-time decision-making.

Nolte: Democrat Judge Halts Mamdani’s Second-Home Tax over Botched Rollout

Democrat Judge Wayne M. Ozzi of the New York State Supreme Court sided with homeowners Tuesday over the botched rollout of Socialist/Islamist New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s second-home tax. The post Nolte: Democrat Judge Halts Mamdani’s Second-Home Tax over …

Canon India targets 10,000-plus retail network as smaller cities drive growth

Canon India also seeks to grow its non-imaging businesses, including surveillance and security, medical diagnostic imaging and industrial printing

CAFE III: What India’s new fuel efficiency norms mean for automakers and buyers

From April 1, 2027, carmakers face progressively tougher fuel-efficiency targets, but the final rules give them more ways to comply. The biggest takeaway is for the small car, where the final formula gives nearly 18% more headroom.

Atomic Wings® Opens Eight New Restaurants in Q3 as National Expansion Continues

New York-born wing brand strengthens Northeast footprint while expanding into Texas, Ohio and South Dakota NEW YORK, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Atomic Wings, the New York-born wing brand known for its fresh, never-frozen wings and bold flavor lineup, cont…

SynthID Bio proof of concept explores watermarking for AI-generated proteins

AI watermarking in protein design could enhance biosecurity by ensuring traceability and authenticity, crucial for synthetic biology's future. The post SynthID Bio proof of concept explores watermarking for AI-generated proteins appeared first on Crypto Brief…

CFTC secures $31M court order against digital asset fraud scheme that duped 14,000 investors

The case underscores the critical need for regulatory vigilance and investor due diligence in preventing and mitigating digital asset fraud. The post CFTC secures $31M court order against digital asset fraud scheme that duped 14,000 investors appeared first o…

TD to buy back $10-billion worth of shares after banking watchdog eased buffers

TD Bank says it intends to repurchase up to $10-billion worth of shares after banking regulator lowered capital buffers. Read on

TD to buy back $10-billion worth of shares after banking watchdog eased buffers

TD Bank says it intends to repurchase up to $10-billion worth of shares after banking regulator lowered capital buffers. Read on

US crude oil production hits record highs amid diesel export ban talks

The surge in U.S. crude production may reduce the need for diesel export bans, impacting market expectations and future policy decisions. The post US crude oil production hits record highs amid diesel export ban talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

People Moves: Howden Re Launches Danish Office, Naming Ellborg as MD; Re/Insurance Broker Cogent Names Holberry as CEO Designate

This edition of International People Moves details appointments at Howden Re and the re/insurance broker Cogent. A summary of these new hires follows here. Howden Re Launches Danish Office, Naming Ellborg as MD Howden Re, the London-based reinsurance unit of …

Switch NPS fund manager only if underperformance persists across mkt cycles

Check whether weak returns reflect the market cycle before changing your pension fund manager

BMW targets shedding 20% of managers through AI in savings push

BMW AG is planning to deploy artificial intelligence to help eliminate a fifth of management roles by the middle of next year. Read more.

Remember Siri? In the Muse and Dots era, Apple needs to pick it up

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi sounds the alarm about Apple's (AAPL) Siri as new AI assistants from Meta (META), OpenAI (OPAI.PVT), and Salesforce (CRM) flood the market. 00:00 Speaker A Now I'm staying on tech. Now this is really turning into lik…

A closer look at the signatures behind Trump’s AI deal

Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi discusses the tech signatures from the AI safety lunch held at the White House on Tuesday. 00:03 Speaker A It's crazy to see like just before I came on here the uh the CEO of Mattel and On Cry just out. 00:08 Speaker…

Nvidia Stocks Rise After Signing White House AI Safety Accord

This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), the AI-chip and data-center platform company, signed the White House's voluntary AI accord on September 29, with shares up approximately 0.3% during Wednesday's September 30 premarket session. Th…

New appointments to Financial Conduct Authority Board 2026

The Economic Secretary to the Treasury has today confirmed that Lea Paterson CBE and Matthew Tobin have been appointed as Non–Executive Directors to the Board of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Devcon 8 to take place in Mumbai from November 3–6, 2026

Devcon 8 in Mumbai highlights India's growing influence in the global tech ecosystem, fostering innovation and collaboration in blockchain. The post Devcon 8 to take place in Mumbai from November 3–6, 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Greggs to shut four factories and cut 740 jobs

The company says it needs to "keep evolving alongside changing customer expectations".

Brazilian soccer teams cry foul at Lula's online betting ban

BRASILIA, Sept 30 : Brazilian soccer teams are siding with sports betting companies to lobby against a government ban on gambling websites, a move industry officials say will strip clubs of access to multimillion-dollar sponsorship deals. The provisional meas…

UK regulator issues survival rulebook for crypto companies due 2027

The UK's stringent crypto regulations may drive market consolidation, enhancing consumer protection but potentially stifling innovation. The post UK regulator issues survival rulebook for crypto companies due 2027 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Govt invites global mining players to India Mining Week 2026

India has invited the global mining community to participate in India Mining Week 2026, scheduled for November. This event aims to foster international collaboration, investment, and expertise in the mining sector. The Ministry of Coal and Ministry of Mines a…

A Pair Of Silver Screen Stocks Set Up For Breakouts

Movie theater chain Cinemark and premium projector maker IMAX are in buy ranges, as they look to extend this year's robust stock gains The post A Pair Of Silver Screen Stocks Set Up For Breakouts appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

Crypto Long & Short: What will the AI agents run on?

You're reading Crypto Long & Short, our weekly newsletter featuring insights, news and analysis for the professional investor. Sign up here to get it in your inbox every Wednesday. Note: The views expressed in this column are those of the author and do not ne…

Crypto ETFs promise big gains, but investors ignore 5 red flags

The boom in spot crypto Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) has fundamentally shifted how Wall Street engages with digital assets. By bringing Bitcoin, Ethereum, and emerging layer-1 tokens directly into conventional brokerage accounts, these funds offer retail and…

Axel Kaiser Explains the Javier Milei Effect

Axel Kaiser discusses Latin America’s political realignment, the battle over culture, and why libertarians need to talk about virtue.

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If you’ve been dreaming of palm-lined beaches, bustling night markets, and golden temples, this is your chance to go for less. Book now Air China flights to Hong Kong, Bangkok, Phuket, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, or Jakarta — your dream getaway awaits!

World Of Warcraft: Forever Isn’t Even Out Yet, But It’s Already Dealing With A Gold Buying Scandal

Nothing gold can stay

Walapay raises $4.6M to bring near instant global payments to local businesses

Walapay Inc., a global payments infrastructure firm using stablecoins for account issuance and payouts, today announced it has raised $4.6 million in a seed round led by Generative Ventures to bring global payments to local businesses. Commerce Ventures, Rall…

1988 BMW 735i 5-Speed at No Reserve

This 1988 BMW 735i is powered by a 3.4-liter inline-six paired with a five-speed manual transmission and is finished in Black over Black leather. The current owner purchased the car in 2021, and subsequent work under previous ownership included replacement of…

Goldman Sachs Connects $100 Billion Treasury Fund To Crypto Institutional Rails

In a major development confirmed on SEPTEMBER 29, 2026, Confirmed announcement/filing for Goldman Sachs Connects $100 Billion Treasury Fund To Crypto Institutional Rails. This operational move highlights expanding activity across the digital asset ecosystem a…

This game-playing AI is the new champ at Stratego

Researchers developed an AI system that beat human experts at the board wargame Stratego and outperformed more expensive models. This new system could someday help humans make strategic decisions in situations when some information is hidden.

Robert Hubbell: Republicans Are Out of Touch with the Past and the Future

Robert Hubbell is a steady and wise blogger who has a knack for interpreting events as they happen. While Heather Cox Richardson looks at the day’s events from a historical perspective; Hubbell has a keen perspective honed by age and experience. At a time whe…

When Markets Compete: Shared Resources Are Reshaping Construction

DPR Construction's latest Market Conditions Report examines how demand in one high-growth sector can affect planning and delivery in others SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Strong construction demand across multiple sectors is increasing co…

Flow Engineering Raises $50M Series B at $750M Valuation to Make Hardware Iteration as Fast as Software

The round comes as Rivian, Anduril, Joby, and Stoke Space put Flow's AI agents to work in live hardware programs SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Flow Engineering, the agentic platform for hardware development, today announced a $50 million Serie…

Shield AI names Kansas and Washington the flight test and production homes of X-BAT

Building and testing the aircraft in the two states is projected to support about 9,800 American jobs by the early 2030s and add roughly $78 billion to the Newton and Seattle economies through 2046. NEWTON, Kan. and DES MOINES, Wash., Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswi…

Flow Engineering Raises $50M Series B at $750M Valuation to Make Hardware Iteration as Fast as Software

The round comes as Rivian, Anduril, Joby, and Stoke Space put Flow's AI agents to work in live hardware programs SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Flow Engineering, the agentic platform for hardware development, today announced a $50 million Serie…

How Trump keeps undercutting his anti-communist message

The Trump administration has taken government equity stakes in more than three dozen private companies.

Google tests pilot program paying publishers for AI search contributions

Google's pilot program may reshape content monetization, prompting regulatory scrutiny and influencing future tech-publisher compensation models. The post Google tests pilot program paying publishers for AI search contributions appeared first on Crypto Briefi…

Crypto Long & Short: What will the AI agents run on?

Stellantis CEO reconfirms 2026 guidance, says turnaround plan continues as automaker's shares hit new low - cnbc.com

Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa on Wednesday reconfirmed the company's 2026 guidance and its plans to be cash flow positive by 2027.

Household energy bills forecast to see biggest rise in four years

A typical household faces an annual gas and electricity bill of £1,999 from January, based on a key forecast.

Eli Lilly says closely watched combo obesity regimen boosts weight loss in mid-stage trial - cnbc.com

Lilly said it plans to start Phase 3 trials on the combo regimen adding its amylin drug eloralintide to tirzepatide at the end of the year.

A timeline of developments in AI safety since the attack on Hugging Face - apnews.com

Since OpenAI disclosed this summer that its artificial intelligence system hacked into another AI company in what is now referred to as the Hugging Face incident, other AI companies have jumped on the bandwagon with their own concerning events, such as hackin…

BMW's strategy: Job cuts, AI and a €2bn bet on ‘Made in Germany’

German premium carmaker BMW Group is investing around €2 billion in vehicle production and battery manufacturing in Germany, as it unveils plans to rebuild profitability.

Clock's ticking: UK's crypto regulatory application window opens with February deadline

The five-month application window precedes the new regulatory framework’s planned introduction in October 2027, after years of legislative development.

Regulating AI 'not the right place to start' says Bailey

AI needs "rigorous" testing and safeguards to contain risk, Andrew Bailey says.

US economy grew a solid 2.2% in the second quarter, government says, upgrading previous estimate - apnews.com

The U.S. economy grew at a solid 2.2% pace from April through June as consumer spending and business investment came in strong. Growth in gross domestic product — the nation’s output of a goods and services — decelerated slightly a 2.5% pace from January thro…

Six Flags retires X2 roller coaster after multiple lawsuits allege traumatic brain injuries - Fox Business

Six Flags Magic Mountain permanently closed X2 after settling a rider's death lawsuit and facing hundreds of brain injury claims from riders.

Could THORChain face prosecution over stolen Bitget funds? Legal opinion

THORChain will not — or can not — block addresses linked to the $387.5 million Bitget hack. Can the devs be prosecuted for money laundering? It’s complicated, says crypto lawyer Yuriy Brisov.

Here’s How Much Micron Stock Is Expected to Move After Earnings - Investopedia

Micron Technology is set to report earnings after markets close Wednesday, with traders anticipating a sizable swing in the memory chipmaker’s stock.

Cardano tapped by Brazil’s state oil giant to track cleaner jet fuel and diesel

Petrobras is testing the blockchain in two research projects aimed at preventing emissions benefits from being counted twice and tracing fuel data across production and use.

'It's a strong report': US private sector added 90,000 jobs in September - Yahoo Finance

Private companies added 90,000 jobs last month, besting expectations.

Inflation accelerates again in Italy: September rate hits 4.2%, a three-year high

Consumer price index accelerates driven by energy goods and fresh food. Between historical memory and daily worries, Istat records a sharp drop in confidence among households and firms.

‘Economic war’: Is Iran losing its leverage over the Strait of Hormuz? - Al Jazeera

Crude flows through Hormuz have recovered, but tanker insurance costs and geopolitical risks remain barriers to a return to normality.

Robinhood unveils weekend hours, AI agents to allow users to trade nonstop - CNBC

Robinhood is broadening its offerings in a bid for more active traders who may be seeking trading access beyond traditional U.S. stock market hours.

A stronger dollar is a weaker threat to bitcoin than traders think

Your day-ahead look for Sept. 30, 2026

Bitget hackers move $4 million into Zcash’s private pool, making funds harder to trace

Three transfers pushed about 15% of the stolen ZEC into Ironwood, where payments hide their senders, recipients and amounts.

Mortgage rates jump for the sixth straight week, hitting both refinance and homebuyer demand hard - CNBC

Mortgage demand dropped for the 7th straight week, as rates surged well over 7% on the 30-year fixed.

The SEC Is finally modernizing transfer-agent rules. Wall Street must not repeat the ‘paperwork crisis’

If ownership data is split across a token wrapper, a special-purpose vehicle (SPV), a broker’s internal ledger and a transfer agent's off-chain database, we are setting the stage for a Paperwork Crisis for the blockchain age, argues Fairmin

Europe’s carmakers face growing competition from AI for vital supplies

Europe's car industry is most at risk from its reliance on a handful of countries for chips and critical materials, according to a new report which warns that going electric is pitting carmakers against AI and data centres for the same supp

Chinese-run Brussels networking club raises intelligence concerns

The Global CEOs Dinner Club brings business leaders and political figures together at high-level events in Brussels and is now seeking to expand into France.

Regulating AI 'not the right place to start' says Bailey - BBC

AI needs "rigorous" testing and safeguards to contain risk, Andrew Bailey says.

Anthropic IPO documents show there really is only one risk with AI - Yahoo Finance

Untold future profits outweigh the biggest hypothetical fears.

More homes, more price cuts – but buyers still aren't biting as mortgage rates climb - Fox Business

Record price cuts hit 20.8% of listings in September, but rising mortgage rates are keeping buyers on the sidelines as pending sales fall 4.1%.

People switching to Novo's Wegovy pill from obesity injections kept losing weight in real-world study - cnbc.com

The data on Novo's Wegovy pill suggests that patients may not need to take weekly injections forever, but can instead opt for more convenient treatments.

Is US President Donald Trump right to rename AI as 'Super Intelligence'?

Donald Trump thinks the name artificial intelligence sounds "fake" and has ordered US agencies to use "Super Intelligence" instead. Yet, tech firms and researchers have little reason to play along.

Greggs announces plans to shut four UK factories that could cost 740 jobs

Bakery chain, whose sales are up 7.7%, says move is necessary to provide growth in ‘most cost-efficient manner’ Business live – latest updates Greggs has announced plans to close four of its factories, in a move that could result in 740 job

China Has the Power to Bail Out the Diesel Market. Will It Use It?

Chinese oil refineries are only using 75% of their capacity at the moment.

A startup wants to build a massive nuclear-powered data center on public land in Utah - NPR

Valar Atomics wants to place over 450 reactors on more than 9,500 acres in Utah to power a huge data center project.

Prosecco pratfalls and coffee catastrophes: Neets are missing out on formative first-job experiences | Isabel Brooks

Work in the hospitality industry made me who I am. Without it, young people are denied not only an income and a step on the career ladder, but important life skills Everyone remembers their first job. More often than not, it’s in the servic

One year after the end of the EV tax credit, is the future still electric? - NPR

Congress got rid of a $7,500 federal tax credit for new electric vehicle buyers. One year later, are people still buying EVs?

Oil Prices Slip Further as Gulf Exports Recover - WSJ

Doubters spur me on: why more women are taking up DIY

Female DIY experts and tradeswomen talk about their experiences of a traditionally male-dominated domain.

White House holds crunch talks on diesel export ban as midterms near - Financial Times

Trump at centre of lobbying fight between Big Oil and top Republicans warning of voter anger at high fuel prices

I heard one thing loud and clear in Andy Burnham’s landmark speech: the left has won the arguments | Owen Jones

The PM’s stated trajectory is a rebuke to past Tory and Labour governments. The challenge now is to make his project progressive in word and deed As Andy Burnham delivered his conference speech to the Labour faithful yesterday, it was hard

Paramount Deal Delay Fuels Fears of Costly $52 Billion M&A Debt - Bloomberg.com

Paramount Skydance Corp. has been talking to investors for months about the debt it’s selling to fund its Warner Bros. Discovery buyout, only to find that the longer it’s been forced to talk, the more it has to pay.

Exclusive: Germany shields parts of Deutsche Börse from EU oversight

The EU is negotiating a reform in Brussels to better integrate its capital markets. Germany has secured an exemption for major European operator Deutsche Börse’s domestically focused trading venues from centralised supervision, leaving a ke

Fuel prices above €2 per litre: Who will foot the biggest bill in Portugal?

From fishing to agriculture, and from freight to passenger transport, many sectors have felt the impact of sharp fuel price rises in Portugal since the start of the Iran war.

OpenAI unveils AI assistant 'dots' while safety worries delay new model - BBC

Sam Altman spoke in San Francisco during OpenAI’s annual event for tech developers.

Andy Burnham wants to review the UK’s relationship with the EU. What are the options?

The PM said Brexit has ‘done more harm than good’ and wants an assessment before the next UK-EU summit Andy Burnham has said Brexit has “done more harm than good” and pledged to launch a major review of the UK’s relationship with the EU, op

Three takeaways from Trump's 'Super Intelligence' summit

The meeting at the White House came as some tech bosses and experts have called for tighter rules around AI.

More than 2,300 pounds of breakfast sausage recalled over plastic contamination - Fox Business

Fontanini Foods recalled 2,320 pounds of frozen pork sausage links after customers reported finding clear, hard plastic in the breakfast items.

OpenClaw launches free enterprise control plane for persistent AI agents, backed by OpenAI, Red Hat and Nvidia - VentureBeat

OCE is explicitly vendor-neutral and self-hostable, with replaceable models, harnesses and sandboxes. That likely makes it more enticing to enterprises that want persistent agents without relying on a single model provider.

Wall Street futures rise after softer-than-expected U.S. inflation data - Investing.com

S&P rises, Nasdaq gains 1% as traders pare Fed rate hike bets on U.S. data deluge

Carney accuses US steelmaker of betraying Canadian workers after layoffs tied to Trump tariffs - AP News

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney accused the U.S. owner of steelmaker Stelco of betraying Canadian workers after it announced layoffs it attributed in part to U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs — tariffs Cleveland-Cliffs’ chief executive has publicly ch…

Buc-ee’s closes in on first Oklahoma location after co-founder touts business-friendly states - Fox Business

Mayor David Holt says Buc-ee's is in active talks to open its first Oklahoma location at Interstate 40 and Cimarron Road in west Oklahoma City.

The start-ups hoping to return battery making to the US

Batteries based on sodium-ion technology could be made in the US with locally sourced materials.

Huel ad banned for suggesting its products could replace all meals

The advertising watchdog said that viewers could assume from the ad that replacing all normal food with Huel was "nutritionally appropriate".

Treasury confirms plan to auto-enroll millions of children in Trump accounts - The Hill

The Treasury Department will automatically enroll millions of children in Trump Accounts under new rules released Tuesday, eliminating the need for parents to sign up for the investment program. The auto enrollment will create accounts for more than 60 millio…

2027 BMW 3 Series Sedan: Here’s What’s Changed and What’s Staying the Same - Cars.com

The redesigned 2027 BMW 3 Series maintains the general size and four- or six-cylinder gas engines of the 2026 models, but it brings a new level of technology and the choice of an all-electric powertrain.

Goldman Sachs CEO succession planning faces one big problem - CNBC

The Goldman Sachs board has reportedly discussed replacing CEO David Solomon, 64, with president John Waldron, 57, as early as next year.

U.S. Stocks Edge Lower as Consumer Confidence Sinks - wsj.com

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.26%

Traders expecting a back-to-back rate hike from the Fed in October may have gotten ahead of themselves - MarketWatch

New York Fed’s John Williams says ‘there is no need for urgency’ after September hike

SpaceX Wins Analysts Praise, Buy Ratings After Starship Flight 14 - Investor's Business Daily

Wall Street analysts react to the outcome of SpaceX's Starship flight 14 mission on Monday, eye potential for future launches.

Ford CEO says it's 'too late' for Europe to fend off Chinese automakers, but not for U.S. - CNBC

CEO Jim Farley's warning comes on the heels of a high-profile visit last week by Chinese President Xi Jinping with President Donald Trump

Beam sues YolTech and Serapha Bio for allegedly stealing its gene editing tech - Endpoints News

Beam Therapeutics sued YolTech's Yuxuan Wu & Zi Jun Wang and Serapha Bio for allegedly stealing trade secrets related to CRISPR base editing & lipid nanoparticle tech.

Oil Prices Fall as Gulf Crude Exports Recover - WSJ

Oil output from Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline is coming through faster than expected

Stellantis to halt four French plants for several days over supply shortage

The Italian-French-American carmaker has been hit by surging demand for electric vehicles, particularly from business customers.

Lazy Customers Are Great for Banks. Could AI Change that?

AI agents could move cash to accounts with higher interest rates, potentially threatening banks’ cheap deposits.

The Guardian view on Andy Burnham: grounds to hope for a better Britain | Editorial

By linking Brexit, voting reform and public services, the prime minister made a powerful, personal pitch for a brighter future Andy Burnham’s first speech as prime minister to a Labour conference was a serious attempt to argue that rebuildi

Some Oura IPO Investors Were Said to Push Back Citing Valuation - Bloomberg.com

Some investors approached about potentially buying shares in Oura Inc.’s now-delayed initial public offering decided not to go forward because of concerns including the health and fitness ring-maker company’s target valuation, according to people familiar wit…

Burnham’s electricity grid idea is interesting – but it’s not ‘public control’

For all the talk, the real value of GB Grid lies in giving the regulator perfect data to drive down costs What is Burnham’s GB Grid plan and could it bring down energy bills? Did share prices shudder as Andy Burnham unveiled Great British G

Will pensioners be poorer as a result of Burnham scrapping the triple lock?

Original triple lock was designed to lift pensioners out of poverty but OBR says it contributes to unsustainability of public finances The prime minister has announced that the pensions triple lock will be scrapped in its current form, to p

Congress votes to end production of the penny after 234 years, sending a bill to Trump - AP News

Legislation passed by the Senate and headed to President Donald Trump’s desk will formally end the production of pennies after 234 years. The bill was passed by voice vote late Monday. The bill directs the government not to make pennies, giving a legal stamp …

OpenAI Cancels Upcoming AI Model When It Shows Signs of Being Evil - Futurism

OpenAI is canceling the release of its next-generation AI model, dubbed GPT-6.1 Astra after finding it scored poorly on alignment tests.

Faisal Islam: Triple lock move is significant, but it's a gamble

I had expected him to try to forge a political consensus on this thorny issue at this stage, but he has gone further than that.

Amtrak Cascades’ long-awaited new trains are about to debut. Take a look inside - OregonLive.com

Minnesota health systems HealthPartners, Essentia Health announce plan to merge - MPR News

Bloomington-based HealthPartners and Duluth-based Essentia Health announced Tuesday that their respective boards of directors have approved a merger plan.

Fair Isaac Tanks After Government Snaps FICO Score Monopoly For Mortgage Pricing - Investor's Business Daily

Fair Isaac, the company behind the FICO score, stock tumbled around 30% on Tuesday morning after a new policy broke its monopoly in the mortgage market.

$1 million Powerball ticket sold at East Amherst Tops - WIVB News 4

France's public debt soars to a record 119% of GDP

France's public debt reached 3,595.5 billion euros at the end of June, Insee said, a record high that is set to keep rising as the outlook worsens.

Student-loan borrowers now have 3 more months to enroll in a temporary repayment benefit - Business Insider

The Education Department extended the deadline for student-loan borrowers to enroll in autopay and get a 1-percentage-point interest rate reduction.

AI could force 11 million US workers into new careers by 2035 - CNN

Millions of Americans may need to find an entirely new career in the next decade, according to research released Tuesday.

The best early October Prime Day deals happening now - The Verge

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is rolling out October 6th through the 7th, but some early deals have already arrived. Here are the best ones.

uniQure stock crashes as Huntington’s gene therapy data weaken - Fierce Biotech

uniQure’s Huntington’s disease gene therapy has

Middle East oil exports rise as LNG traffic through Hormuz picks up

Months into the war with Iran, Gulf exporters are finding ways to keep oil and gas moving, but crossing Hormuz remains risky and some customers are still missing contracted cargoes.

What is Burnham’s GB Grid plan and could it bring down energy bills?

Proposed government-backed network body welcomed by some in sector but others call it just another quango Nils Pratley: Burnham’s electricity grid idea is interesting – but it’s not ‘public control’ Andy Burnham’s first address to the Labou

Italy's battery gold rush: Energy storage creates a new market

From paper projects to batteries now online: the energy market is changing and the value of storage is soaring worldwide

Alaska to bring lie-flat seats, new premium class to tap high-end travelers - The Seattle Times

Seattle has been at the center of tje airline's expansion plans, with the carrier setting a target to introduce 12 nonstop international routes to destinations in Europe and Asia.

Nvidia Stock Just Gave Investors Notice Its Best Days Are Over - Investor's Business Daily

Nvidia's plan to buy back $150 billion of its stock — the largest such transaction in history — may not be the bullish sign many think.

SpaceX Starship Flight 14 reaches Earth's orbit and explodes in the Pacific - Mashable

From satellite deployment to a dramatic fiery finish, catch all the chaotic launch action in this full supercut recap.

How to Beat Surveillance Pricing Before It Bleeds You Dry - wired.com

Consumer advocate Lindsay Owen’s new book, Gouged, traces how corporations use software—from ever-changing prices to opaque algorithms—to squeeze every penny from you.

Global trade weathers Iran, Ukraine and Trump's tariffs

Over the past six years, COVID, two wars and Donald Trump's tariffs have shaken world trade. With globalization already stalling, is this a temporary shock or the start of a great reversal?

The truth about rich people in America - slowboring.com

A new book reveals the vast wealth of America’s banal small-business owners.

Anthropic IPO filing warns AI may pose 'existential risks to humanity'

Anthropic has devoted almost a third of its IPO prospectus to risk factors, warning that its AI may pose "existential risks to humanity", while the filing also reveals a $42 billion (€36.9bn) net loss last year and a heavy reliance on just

German retailer Metro loses control of Russian business after Putin decree

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered that the assets of German retailer Metro AG be placed under temporary administration. The move comes amid escalating tensions between Germany and Russia over the Ukraine war.

A Simple Way to Take Advantage of Higher Yields

2-year Treasury notes are attractively priced at the moment.

4 ways to avoid getting ripped off, according to a pricing expert - NPR

Companies have changed the way they price their products — and shoppers are getting deliberately overcharged. Here are steps you can take to ensure you are getting the best deal.

Italy: Meloni government extends fuel decree, excise duty cuts to 1 May

"It will cost 500 million euros," Economy Minister Giorgetti announced after Friday morning's cabinet meeting. The 25-cent discount due to end on 7 April, with tax credits extended to agricultural firms.

Democrat Pete Buttigieg criticizes Trump's rollback of fuel-economy standards - NPR

The former transportation secretary says weaker fuel-economy standards could raise long-term costs for drivers and leave U.S. automakers further behind China.

Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit 2026 – watch again

The Euronews Travel & Tourism Summit 2026 in Brussels brought together political leaders, policymakers and industry experts to debate the biggest issues shaping the future of travel.

Five million robots now work in factories as humanoid hype faces reality check

Over five million industrial robots now work in factories worldwide, the highest total ever recorded, even as Boston Dynamics shelves a stock listing and Chinese regulators slow a rush of humanoid IPOs, showing a widening gap between practi

Goldman’s Board Has Discussed a Plan to Name John Waldron as Its Next CEO

Under the plan, David Solomon, who has led the bank since 2018, would step down as soon as next year and be executive chair.

Diesel prices are surging putting further pressure on Europe

Trucks, farms and industry are powered with diesel. Now prices are soaring due to refinery disruptions, supply shortages and geopolitical tensions. A potential US export ban could make Europe's diesel crunch even worse.

U.S. Pressure Is Awakening an Energy Giant in Canada

America’s trade hostility and war in the Middle East could fuel a renaissance in Canada.

How to Know When the AI Boom Is About to Go Bust

History shows that market manias end when the capital spigot turns off.

Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk

Find insight on Canadian banks, ETF inflows, Societe Generale and more in the latest Market Talks covering Financial Services.

The Peptide Boom That Isn’t About Your Muscles

The real opportunity is pill-form peptides that could hit big pharma’s most profitable franchises.

X-planes: Are they needed in the new era of drones?

Where do America's X-plane projects fit in an era of cheap drones?

How the oil capital of the US welcomed a solar power boom

Texas is now the country's biggest producer of solar-farmed electricity.

China's new travel rules unsettle tech giants and talent

Beijing is locking the gates to stop expertise and capital in strategic industries from fleeing. The country accused of industrial-scale intellectual property theft now fears the West will take its own.

“The New Clippy”: Benioff Uses Salesforce’s Biggest Product Launch in Years to Challenge Microsoft

SK Hynix Is Eyeing Intel’s (INTC) Ohio Site. Why Micron (MU) Should Pay Attention

This Little-Known AI Chip Stock Doubled. Its New Chips Now Double Optical Speed

Pat Gelsinger Just Backed a $100 Million Challenge to Nvidia’s AI Networking Moat. AMD Could Benefit

Lumentum Jumped Nearly 10% While Corning Barely Moved. Is the AI Optics Trade Splitting Apart?

Intel (INTC) Could Get a Fresh Valuation for Altera. AMD (AMD) Is the Rival to Watch

Why Bernstein Still Sees 46% Upside in Zscaler (ZS) but Downgraded Palo Alto (PANW)

Nike (NKE): Wall Street Tests Whether the Turnaround Can Outrun Weak Demand Ahead of Q1 Results

Wedbush Goes Old School with Analog Economy ETF

For Sale: What Asset Managers Want in Indie ETF Shops

Sports Betting Looks for a Parlay Into Funds

Goldman Leads Bidding for $37 Billion Palmer Square, a CLO Powerhouse

BMO Sees Loan Demand Surge as Returns Rise Toward 2027 Targets

Why AutoZone Stock Rallied Today

Ennis (EBF) Grows Sales but Earns Less. Are Legal Items Hiding a Better Business?

Strive CEO: Bitcoin Could ‘Go to Infinity' as Dollar Debt Crisis Breaks

May Mobility's SPAC Merger: Is This a Road to Nowhere for Investors?

Westinghouse Air Brake (WAB) Signs $700 Million-Plus Rail Services Deal. Can Profits Grow?

Vista Gold (VGZ) Agrees to Sale. Can its Buyer Fund the Mt Todd Gold Mine?

Titan International (TWI) Signs ITM Sale. How Much of the $285 Million is New Cash?

Spain battles climate change on several fronts

A summer of wildfires and heatwaves underlines the threats to the country's economy.

Will Germany have enough gas this winter amid energy supply crunch?

Germany's gas storage sites are far less full than in recent years. Officials say supplies are secure, but analysts warn that a cold winter or import disruptions could push prices higher. So how secure is the supply?

Germany's car crisis: Can the 35-hour workweek survive?

German carmakers want employees to work 40 hours instead of the current 35 without extra pay, arguing it would improve competitiveness. Unions strongly oppose the proposal and view it as an attack on workers' rights.

Germany faces energy tax losses as EV sales rise

The rapid shift to electric vehicles in Germany is cutting fuel tax revenue for the government. As EV sales surge, policymakers face growing pressure to find new ways to fund roads and transportation infrastructure.

The virtual worlds where robots are trained

Training systems that allow robots to negotiate the real world are getting more sophisticated.

Global Gender Gap Report: Women's hard-won gains 'fragile'

Two decades of progress toward gender parity is at risk as women's political representation declines, according to a new World Economic Forum report. At the current pace, the remaining gap could take 120 years to close.

Why the era of cheap government debt is over

US debt has topped $40 trillion. How risky is the country's growing debt burden. And will investors keep funding Washington's deficits?

Why AI researchers warn humanity could face extinction

Could artificial intelligence pose an existential threat to humanity? Some leading researchers are warning against an unregulated race toward AI superintelligence.

Africa's richest man Dangote's IPO out of reach in Nigeria

Dangote seeks $1.6 billion from investors to finance a $14.3 billion expansion and thus double the oil refinery's capacity. The offer could give millions of Nigerians a stake in the company. But who can truly afford it?

Can Iran replace sea trade with land routes?

Iran is shifting trade toward northern ports and land routes as its southern shipping faces a US blockade. Analysts say the corridors can keep essential goods moving, but cannot replace maritime trade.

Why are European banks moving gold out of United States?

The Netherlands and France have moved their gold out of US vaults. Part of the reason is fears about the reliability of the US, but equally important is the need to keep gold closer to home in the event of a crisis.

India looks to steer BRICS away from anti-Western turn

The BRICS summit 2026 takes place in Delhi this weekend. Unlike last year, Putin and Xi are expected to attend. Can India keep the expanded bloc united?

Germany: Is Saxony-Anhalt's economy really struggling?

Germany's far-right AfD party has long claimed that the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt has been left behind. Is that really the case? A closer look at the data offers some interesting insights.

How Volkswagen's huge workforce became a costly burden

The struggling German carmaker plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs from its 630,000-strong workforce. How did VW's headcount get so bloated, and will the cuts be enough to survive the Chinese EV onslaught?

Is Germany's economic slump finally over?

Despite a slew of negative headlines, the German economy has posted its best figures in years. There are reasons for optimism, but structural issues remain.