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Everyone Thinks Crypto Is Over. Here's Why They're Wrong.

Most top cryptos are down big this year. But new pockets of growth in crypto are quickly emerging.

Why Is RocketLab Stock Crashing, and is it a Buying Opportunity?

Investors were disappointed with the latest update.

Trump ally Nigel Farage wins special election to return to UK parliament

Farage stepped down last month to trigger the vote, branding it a fight against "the establishment," amid controversy over his finances.

China built robots that can do backflips – but can they make money?

Unitree’s IPO will gauge investors’ appetite for a technology that has yet to prove its commercial viability amid intensifying geopolitical tensions.

Crypto payments barely register among euro area merchants, ECB finds

Crypto acceptance was just 0.2% online and remained below 1% at physical points of sale, while mobile payments gained ground.

Standards watchdog resumes investigation into Nigel Farage over financial gifts

Reform UK leader’s return to Clacton restarts inquiry into £5m gift from cyrpto-billionaire and support from fraudster The suspended parliamentary standards investigation into Nigel Farage over accusations he failed to declare gifts and don

Massive Update for Okta Stock Investors

Cybersecurity stocks are outperforming in 2026.

Prediction: 2 Unstoppable Artificial Intelligence (AI) Hardware Leaders That Will Join Alphabet in the $4 Trillion Club by 2028

Broadcom and Taiwan Semiconductor have a lot of work to do to join the $4 trillion market cap club.

Should You Buy Salesforce Stock Before the Huge Investor Update?

The company is scheduled to report quarterly financial results that could have meaningful implications.

Why is DFDS stock surging today?

U.S. Futures Fall; Gold on Track for Weekly Loss

U.S. futures were lower after climbing in the previous session on soft inflation data that gave fresh hopes the Fed would hold interest rates at its meeting next month.

Why is GB stock plunging today?

U.S. TerraPower, South Korea’s SK Innovation sign preliminary deal on global SMR projects

Hiscox raises 2024 estimates for Syndicate 33 and 6104

Sea1 Offshore shares down 3% as Q2 profit falls, revenue beats forecast

Battery-only electric cars on the rise in Europe: Which countries lead?

The share of newly registered battery-only electric passenger cars is rising significantly in many European countries, but their share of the total car fleet remains very low in many countries.

Why Under Armour Stock Was Underwater This Week

An analyst downgraded her rating on the apparel company.

Tata Steel divests football subsidiary for nominal sum

White House says transshipped goods cost up to $26 billion in lost tariffs

US-based Diversified Energy in early talks to acquire Birch Resources

Don't Be Fooled: Despite Lower Odds of a September Fed Rate Hike, One Sinister Inflation Metric Remains Problematic

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh and the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) have a "core" dilemma.

Talanx shares rally 6% as lower losses, investment income boost profit

Lemonade Cut Its Adjusted EBITDA Loss From $41 Million to $19 Million. Now It Has Promised Breakeven by Q4.

Its revenue spiked 79% in the latest quarter.

DAX stalls just below all-time high: Live hourly levels

SEC cancels key crypto regulatory meeting

The SEC canceled a meeting on proposed crypto offering rules after the Senate left for recess without voting on the CLARITY Act.

Should You Buy Zeta Global Stock Right Now?

Investors are excited about this growth stock.

US long-term borrowing costs rise to 25-year high, as inflation fears hit bond sale – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest and economic news, as US sells 30-year bonds at highest borrowing costs since 2001 Shares in software firms are rallying this morning, following a report that human-resources and financial management software

Social Security's 2027 COLA May Disappoint Retirees No Matter What

Despite the potential for a larger raise, there's bad news.

I got an £89 refund – how to cancel and avoid unwanted subscriptions

After the PM announced a crackdown on subscription traps, readers share how they got into and out of unwanted plans.

U.S. to use economic tactics on Iran 'that have never been seen'; Navy works to relieve troubled carrier USS Abraham Lincoln

"It will be a combination of economic isolation like ‌the world has ​never seen before, ​and ​the continued blockade in ‌the Strait of ​Hormuz," Bessent said.

The Best "Magnificent Seven" Stocks to Buy in August

The Magnificent Seven have been mostly poor performers this year.

Cluster of headwinds weigh on bitcoin. XRP teeters near $1

Top cryptocurrencies nurse losses as regulatory picture sours. ETF flows and traditional markets offer little support.

Engine parts shattered Ryanair window that passenger was partly sucked out of, report says

Preliminary findings show fan blade broke off shortly after takeoff on 10 July flight from Greece to Germany Broken engine parts were responsible for shattering a window on a Ryanair plane, causing a passenger to be partly sucked out mid-fl

Is Bitcoin Headed for a Breakdown or a Breakout? The Historical Evidence Is Just Too Overwhelming to Ignore.

Bitcoin's breakdowns are typically followed by surprise breakout rallies.

Should You Forget Berkshire Hathaway and Buy a Focused Financial Stock Instead?

One option currently provides a guaranteed return on investment.

Farage’s victory over Binface won’t silence his critics

The Reform UK leader wanted to send a "people versus the establishment" message in Clacton. But he'll face continued scrutiny of his finances — and questions over his judgement.

Alphabet and Amazon Are Spending $420 Billion on Infrastructure. These 2 Stocks Are Primed to Cash in on It.

Nvidia and Micron are making a ton of money from the AI build-out.

Bill Ackman Just Disclosed 6 New Positions, and 4 of Them Are Financial Stocks. Here's What He's Betting On.

The famous long-term investor and his team made notable changes to Pershing Square's equity portfolio.

Investigation into Farage to resume after he wins Clacton by-election

Reform UK leader increases number of votes after mainstream parties shunned poll as stunt

Are Innovative Beverages Enough to Turn McDonald's Around?

Part of the company's growth strategy is to add interesting menu items while simplifying operations.

Atlanticus (ATLC) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Revenue surged 89% to $744.3 million on Mercury acquisition and portfolio growth.

Bitcoin holders Strategy and Metaplanet face stock-index exclusion under MSCI’s new proposal

A new consultation targets "non-operating companies" broadly. Two familiar names still land on the deletion list.

MP Materials vs. The Metals Company: Which Critical-Minerals Stock Is the Smarter Long-Term Buy?

Commercial success still separates these two companies.

Tougher crops and beaver dams: how UK farmers are tackling drought

Hit by heatwaves and low rainfall, food producers are finding novel solutions to help crops and cattle survive Ponds and collection tanks, drought-resistant crops and a certain rodent. As the climate crisis brings more extreme weather to Br

B2Gold (BTG) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Mali's Menankoto permit unlocks 150,000+ annual ounces starting 2028.

Main Street Capital (MAIN) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

NAV climbed to $33.92 per share while dividend income fell 28% year over year.

Farage probe resumes after he wins Clacton by-election

Reform UK leader sails home in special contest he triggered amid scrutiny of his finances — but misses the count.

JPMorgan shuttered its banking relationship with predictions platform Polymarket: FT

According to Financial Times, JPMorgan ended its banking relationship with Polymarket in late 2025 over regulatory concerns.

Searches for UK homes with air conditioning more than double

Most owners would consider installing aircon as heatwaves lead buyers to focus on ability to stay cool, Rightmove says Searches for homes for sale in the UK with air conditioning have more than doubled this summer as heatwaves push staying

Builders, bakers and cheeseburger-makers: the UK workers struggling in extreme heat

From chefs to paramedics, workers tell the Guardian how they are coping and unions outline the changes needed in the workplace In the sweltering kitchen of the Plimsoll pub in north London, the head chef, Joshua Swinney, has a frozen tea to

How a niche copper trade became a real-time gauge of Trump’s next tariff move

The widening price of copper between two metals exchanges is offering investors a gauge of U.S. tariff risk.

Neutrl pauses NUSD redemptions over undisclosed reserve issue

BA Labs had previously classified a proposed NUSD integration as higher risk because of its counterparty, operational and liquidity exposure.

JPMorgan debanked Polymarket over regulatory concerns

Largest US bank has continued to cultivate ties with prediction platform as it seeks $20bn valuation

OpenAI and Anthropic in price war as Chinese AI rivals gain ground

US groups release cheaper models after new challenges to their trillion-dollar ambitions

The exodus from Israel

Immigration is at the heart of the country’s self-image. But people have been leaving

Pakistan and the new great game of Risk

Islamabad has bold ambitions to play a more proactive role in the world

Farage aide Cottrell had secret Polymarket account that placed bets on Trump victory

Large sums involved shine light on financial activities of one of Reform leader’s closest confidants

The quest to find the world’s best honey

Since ancient times, Turkey has sought to make the world’s finest and now most expensive product

US investment giant T Rowe says it will take years to stem outflows

Firm’s struggles illustrate challenge for active managers amid low-cost competition from indexing and ETFs

Machthaber: Wolodymyr Selenskyj

Wer regiert die Welt – und was treibt sie an? In unserem regelmäßigen Machthaber-Spezial geht es um die mächtigsten und umstrittensten Politikerinnen und Politiker unserer Zeit. Wir zeigen, wie sie denken, entscheiden – und was das für uns

US says dozens of countries helped China dodge Trump's tariffs

A new US report said China had moved goods through nations with lower tariffs to dodge higher levies.

Week Ender archives: Can Europe quit American Big Tech?

This week and next, the Brussels Playbook Week Ender podcast is away for the summer holiday. So, we thought we’d re-up this popular installment on Europe’s quest to become independent from U.S. tech. In this episode first released in June,

Figure reports $4.3B in loan marketplace volume as profit nearly triples

Figure expects consumer loan marketplace volume to range from $4.8 billion to $5.2 billion in the third quarter.

The job Zelenskyy can’t fill: Ukraine’s envoy to Trump’s Washington

The dismissal of Kyiv’s previous envoy to the U.S. triggered a government reshuffle that has roiled the country’s politics.

EU leaders are on holiday. The crises affecting the bloc aren’t.

The optics of a vacation can turn catastrophic when disaster strikes.

AI frenzy drives Chinese tech valuations to multiples of US peers

Support from Beijing has helped power 29% gain for Star 50 index this year

US lawmakers visit Vatican to discuss AI — and meet the pope

The visit comes as the Catholic Church, including Pope Leo XIV, has increasingly focused on the rapidly developing technology.

Uber partners with China's Pony.ai for 2,000 robotaxis in Europe

The rollout comes as robotaxi fleet sizes become increasingly critical for commercialization.

Reddit is joining the S&P 500 after months of speculation. Analysts have these concerns.

After past snubs, social-media site Reddit has landed a spot on the S&P 500, sending shares on an after-hours rally Thursday.

From Apple to Ford: How Chinese tech is becoming harder for global companies to ignore

Global companies are increasingly tapping Chinese technology for its growing capabilities and scale, even as geopolitical risks remain.

Ethereum Foundation pivots away from Poseidon in post-quantum plan

Advances in compact proofs have erased Poseidon’s previous performance advantage, according to researcher Justin Drake.

U.S. SEC to again delay 'innovation exemption' for tokenization amid Wall Street, White House concerns

The SEC was ready to release at least some part of the innovation exemption alongside its now-canceled open meeting for "Reg Crypto" on Friday.

Reddit stock jumps on inclusion in S&P 500

Reddit shares jumped on the company's inclusion in the S&P 500.

Unemployed young people to join AI boot camps to get job-ready

Pilot scheme will provide three weeks of training as part of UK government’s latest attempt to address Neets crisis Young people out of work or at risk of unemployment in the UK are to join “AI boot camps” where they harness the technology

‘My wife and I are both retired’: Should we dip into our $2.3 million investments to pay off our 2.9% $300,000 mortgage?

“Right now, we’re withdrawing about $100,000 a year from our investments.”

SEC cancels long-awaited proposal of Reg Crypto, postponing meeting without new date

The first major crypto rule to be proposed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will have to wait a bit longer after a sudden postponement.

Dell’s stock has beaten Micron and AMD this year — and now it’s adding to its gains

Shares of Dell have roughly quadrupled in price this year, with Lenovo’s earnings report helping to drive the latest bout of momentum for the PC and server maker.

Salesforce’s stock gets a boost as J.P. Morgan says AI fears are overblown

An analyst predicts 29% upside for Salesforce shares, citing some promising AI features.

Sandisk’s stock is flying higher. Here are the new targets that are exciting Wall Street.

The memory-chip company just offered revenue-growth forecasts stretching to the end of the decade, and Sandisk expects to maintain its high profitability as the years go on.

Markets are looking eerily calm as investors chase FOMO rally

By nearly every headline measure, investors have never looked more relaxed in a year not short of wild rides. But that calm may not be as reassuring as it looks.

'I lost $14,000 in a month': Investors hit by Korean stock market's wild swings

Some traders are reeling from heavy losses after a brutal correction in South Korea's stock market.

‘It feels like a medical miracle’: How did a single QR code coupon cut my $618 Walgreens prescription to $15?

“This medication was generic.”

I found a $100 bill in the communal washer at my Airbnb. What should I do?

“The landlord has not been here in months, so I assume it was a previous tenant.”

Workday’s stock sees a record surge. Could a buyout spark a software revival?

Shares of the HR software company rose 18% on Thursday on reports of a potential private-equity acquisition.

Mamdani's NYC pied-à-terre tax can continue rollout during court appeal

The tax championed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani has drawn the ire of President Donald Trump, who said it must be stopped and vowed to explore federal options.

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

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

Apple's Tim Cook joined by Howard Lutnick in opening Houston manufacturing plant

As Tim Cook gets set to step down as Apple CEO, he's offering a glimpse into what he may be doing as chairman.

Two seriously injured after passenger train derails near Lewes in East Sussex

Additional nine passengers sustain less serious injuries and major disruption to services reported Two people have been seriously injured after a passenger train derailed between Haywards Heath and Lewes in East Sussex on Thursday. The Sout

Basic Materials Roundup: Market Talk

Find insight on Antofagasta, Lithium Americas, palm oil and more in the latest Market Talks covering basic materials.

Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk

Find insight on Adyen, Standard Bank Group, Admiral Group and more in the latest Market Talks covering financial services.

City of Baltimore goes after prediction markets for sports betting

The city’s complaint over gambling laws and deceptive trade practices included Robinhood, Webull and Coinbase as partners with prediction market platform Kalshi.

Cool Inflation Data Propels Stocks to Fresh Records

Wall Street now expects the Federal Reserve to hold rates steady next month.

Tether completes first full financial audit, receives clean KPMG opinion

KPMG’s audit covered Tether’s 2025 financial statements and found its reserves exceeded liabilities by $6.8 billion.

Stocks Hit New Highs on Inflation Relief

Plus, Coach owner Tapestry tumbles and Workday soars.

These charts show why stocks keep rallying. Profit margins are the highest on record

Recent FactSet data show that the rise in earnings is not coming from sales growth alone.

Magyar casts doubt on Hungary-Russia nuclear power deal

Viktor Orbán once hailed the project as the “deal of the century.”

Workday shares post best day in 10 years on Silver Lake takeover report

Workday investors have been on edge over the prospect of AI disrupting its business model

OpenAI loses revenue chief Denise Dresser, second major executive departure in days

Denise Dresser's sudden departure could be a major blow to OpenAI as it pursues a blockbuster IPO.

Trade court upholds Trump's closure of 'de minimis' loophole

President Donald Trump in a Truth Social post celebrated the continued closure of the deminimis exemption as a "BIG WIN."

Cramer: How words of wisdom from Gene Hackman help me make peace with investing mistakes

This is an excerpt from the CNBC Investing Club's August Monthly Meeting, which was held Thursday.

Delio CEO sentenced to 15 years in prison on crypto fraud in South Korea

More than a year after being indicted on fraud charges related to his activities at crypto company Delio, Jeong Sang-ho faces prison time in South Korea.

Donald Trump empowers US private companies to conduct cyber-attacks

President signed memorandum giving private sector a role in fighting ‘transnational criminal organizations’ Donald Trump signed a memo on Wednesday that aims to give private companies the power to carry out offensive cyber-attacks against f

The Lakers’ Owner Needed Cash. Then Came a $12.5 Billion Offer to Buy the Team.

Facing a federal investigation and a liquidity crunch, Mark Walter needed only 72 hours to accept an out-of-the-blue offer to sell the Lakers to Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger.

Anthropic CFO Krishna Rao is leading early IPO meetings with investors and has not discussed valuation, sources say

Anthropic CFO Krishna Rao is leading early investor meetings, which have focused on big-picture themes like its Claude AI models, management and more.

Tether says it completed long-promised 'Big Four' audit of finances behind $180 billion USDT stablecoin

KPMG U.S. examined Tether's books and even counted its gold bars as the $180 billion USDT issuer said it completed its long-promised financial audit.

CFTC to join SEC in exploring crypto regulations without CLARITY bill

The CFTC will hold a meeting for its Innovation Advisory Committee on Aug. 20 to address regulation related to crypto assets, artificial intelligence and prediction markets.

Top Forbes editor reportedly fired after receiving $6m from business associate

Randall Lane left his job last month after accepting money from founder of firm that does business with magazine The top editor of Forbes left his job last month and was reportedly dismissed for accepting $6m from the founder of a firm that

Forecasts for $1 million bitcoin price likely look too ambitious, key ratio suggests

The thesis is that high yields on long-term U.S. Treasuries make non-yielding assets like bitcoin less attractive.

Crypto group backs Custodia in Supreme Court battle over Fed access

The Blockchain Association argues the Fed should not have broad discretion to deny eligible state-chartered banks direct access to its payment system.

BAE Systems to pay $36m penalty after 104 violations of US arms export rules

State department says it has reached administrative settlement with company’s US arm to resolve breaches The UK defence company BAE Systems is to pay a $36m (£26.7m) civil penalty after breaching US arms exports regulations more than 100 ti

Bill Ackman Calls His New Fund’s Slumping Stock Price ‘Frankly Absurd’

The billionaire investor’s portfolio has trailed the broader market since he took the fund, Pershing Square USA, and his firm public in April.

Robinhood Chain nears $1B TVL as Uniswap drives liquidity: Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered said Robinhood’s Uniswap integration could solve a key challenge for new blockchains while accelerating UNI token burns.

Energy nationalism and interconnectors: the next power threat? | Nils Pratley

Solar eclipses are far easier to manage than Europe’s cross-border electricity politics In the end, the solar eclipse did not cause the electricity grid to flicker. The early drop-off in solar generation was manageable, just as the National

Trezor warns 14,000 customers after fulfilment partner suffers data breach

The incident marks the first time Trezor customers' shipping addresses were exposed.

The government is recruiting tech companies to help fight its cyber battles

The massive policy shift comes as Americans reported losing $20.8 billion to cybercrime in 2025.

Tesla paid Elon Musk 2.5m times more as CEO than its average worker in 2025

Tech billionaire’s $158.3bn deal an outlier in report showing widening gap of CEO to worker pay at top companies Elon Musk received over 2.5m times as much compensation at Tesla as the company’s average worker, according to a new report on

Public Bitcoin miners cut hashrate 13.4% as AI infrastructure revenue grows

AI and HPC are reshaping mining economics as operators repurpose power and data centers, while a smaller group of miners continues to expand Bitcoin capacity.

NATO’s plan for a drone-infested battlefield: Let AI fly while humans decide who dies

Ukraine is already pioneering how to integrate AI into its war effort.

Bullish shares jump 10% as Q2 adjusted EBITDA more than triples

The crypto exchange operator’s shares gained around 10% as adjusted EBITDA more than tripled and subscription and services revenue hit a record high.

Trezor reports data from 14K users exposed through shipping provider

The wallet provider warned that thousands of users could potentially be at risk of phishing attempts, while advising that all devices, private keys and backups were safe.

'Big Short' investor Steve Eisman sees an Achilles' heel in the AI boom

Steve Eisman is warning that the artificial intelligence boom has become increasingly dependent on the fortunes of just two companies: OpenAI and Anthropic.

Bitcoin keeps traders guessing near $64K as stocks gain on cool US PPI data

Bitcoin joined US stocks in modest gains after July PPI inflation data continued a cooling trend seen over the past month.

Crypto for Advisors: The crypto advice gap

You’re reading Crypto for Advisors, CoinDesk’s weekly newsletter that unpacks digital assets for financial advisors. Subscribe here to get it every Thursday.

B2C2 taps Schroders veteran to chase Asia’s growing crypto wealth

The institutional crypto liquidity provider is bringing on the former Schroders Wealth Management Asia chairman as it targets family offices and asset managers across the region.

Harvey Nichols bought by owner of Sports Direct

The department store made famous by sitcom Absolutely Fabulous had warned it would cease trading.

Kalshi in talks with Sequoia, Wellington for $750 million fund raise at $40 billion valuation

The prediction-market platform raised $1 billion at a $22 billion valuation in May and is now discussing a new round that could nearly double that figure.

Bumble divides users by ditching its signature 'women-first' chat rule

The dating app's boss says the move is in response to a successful trial and a change in what users want.

Swissquote cuts full-year guidance as 1H crypto income plunges, shares slide

The online bank cut full-year revenue and profit forecasts after first-half crypto trading levels slumped.

Water bills set to rise for many after firms permitted extra funding

Ofwat has given provisional approval for 13 water companies to charge customers more to pay for investments.

Crypto platform operator gets 15-year prison sentence in South Korea due to $50 million scam

A South Korean court sentenced the head of centralized finance (CeFi) lender Delio to 15 years in prison for embezzling digital assets from more than 1,100 customers.

Figure revenue doubles as blockchain loan marketplace volumes surge

The tokenization-focused lender posted $226 million in quarterly revenue as blockchain loan marketplace volume jumped to $4.3 billion.

Bitmine’s $257M annualized staking income ‘fills’ operational gaps, share buybacks: analysts

Bitmine’s Ether staking revenue is an important financial buffer that fills financial gaps and provides recurring revenue streams beyond Ether’s price appreciation, analysts told Cointelegraph.

Flock boss admits surveillance firm took too long to act over police abuse

US police officers have quit after using licence plate-reading cameras to track romantic partners.

MUFG PoC to bring Japanese government bond repo transactions onchain

MUFG’s experiment plans to bring Japanese government bond repo transactions onchain to achieve 24/7 settlement, as well as improved capital and operational efficiency.

Why do women need 12 times their salary to buy a home, when men need only eight?

A consistent pay gap and more difficulties in saving for a deposit compared to men are some of the factors holding women back from home ownership.

Wisconsin, Michigan primaries expose limits of polls and prediction markets

It's the second time in just over a week that polls and prediction markets' odds were off, following a miss in the Democratic U.S. senate primary in Michigan.

Bullish shares surge 14% as subscription revenue offsets digital asset slowdown

Bullish's second-quarter loss of $280 million was mostly attributable to a $244.6 million markdown on the company’s bitcoin holdings.

Trump has amassed staggering wealth in ‘most openly corrupt’ presidency

Ethics experts and Democrats express alarm as Trump uses office to grow his personal fortune to ‘unprecedented’ level Donald Trump ’s use of his second presidency to grow his personal fortune has alarmed legal and ethics experts and congres

Mark Zuckerberg says the future of AI is for everyone. But who owns it? | Raffi Krikorian

It’s a nice sentiment, but all AI users should ask three questions about their preferred choice of AI platform On Monday, Mark Zuckerberg published a 6,500-word essay, The Future Is for Everyone. The essay came with something even rarer: a

SEC allows Franklin Templeton funds to invest in onchain money fund

The SEC said it will not pursue enforcement action if Franklin Templeton’s funds start investing cash in the asset manager’s own tokenized money market fund.

Strategy, Metaplanet unrealized bitcoin losses highlight risk of concentrating on just one token

Your day-ahead look for Aug. 13, 2026

The Morning Risk Report: Paramount Has Discussed Creating a Board to Ensure CNN’s Independence

Plus: Eli Lilly alleges black market weight loss drug sellers; shippers don’t buy Trump’s Hormuz strait claims

Zero hours crackdown could cost firms up to £2.9bn a year

Labour's employment rights bill crackdown on zero hours contracts could cost businesses up to £2.9bn a year, new official analysis has found.

Bitcoin holds steady near $64,000 as monero, hyperliquid outperform

Crypto markets remain in a low volatility holding pattern, trading in a tight range following Wednesday's CPI report.

‘DeFi doesn’t exist anymore,’ just onchain finance: Andre Cronje

Flying Tulip founder Andre Cronje contends that DeFi protocols have evolved into a new financial paradigm of “onchain finance,” but have sacrificed some of their inherent immutability and decentralization.

Twitch users outraged as Amazon uses their content to train AI in opt-out feature

Users of the popular streaming platform criticised allowing Amazon to use their data by dafault.

What is Truth API? The $100,000 feed that has landed Trump a lawsuit

Two press organisations have asked a Manhattan federal court to shut down Truth API, the service launched this month that sells Wall Street firms faster access to US President Donald Trump's Truth Social posts for up to $100,000 a month.

UK economy shows surprising resilience – but that might not last | Richard Partington

Weaker growth, rising energy costs and persistent inflation mean Britain could face tougher times in the autumn UK economic growth slows down Business live – latest updates In the spring the International Monetary Fund warned Britain faced

Japanese Drama Is No Sideshow for U.S. Markets

Plus, bonds for the long run?

MUFG to test real-time blockchain settlement for Japanese government bond trades

MUFG is preparing a proof-of-concept for onchain JGB transactions using the Canton network.

Lost jobs, inequality, rogue agents: why are we accepting oligarchs’ AI agenda? | Robert Reich

The dangers of AI become clearer every day. Why are we still acting as if we have no choice about our future? Rather than producing jobs, the US economy actually lost 23,000 jobs in July, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data release

Binance bStocks pass xStocks as second-largest tokenized stock issuer

Binance bStocks became the second-largest tokenized stock issuer less than two months after launch, narrowly ahead of Kraken’s xStocks.

Brazil’s largest bitcoin treasury firm plans ETF with 95% allocation to Strategy's STRC

DIGY11 aims for annual distributions matching Brazil’s interbank rate plus 3–5 percentage points, net of costs, though investors' actual returns are not guaranteed.

Inflation Protection Is on Sale

While far from perfect, these government bonds look like a bargain—at least for the near term.

Live updates: Bitcoin slips back even as Fed rate hike expectations dwindle

An in-depth analysis of the U.S. CPI released Wednesday suggests the underlying price pressures remain sticky.

An inside look at SK Hynix $720 billion AI-fueled buildout that's taking over South Korea

SK Hynix, the leading maker of high-bandwidth memory, is pouring $720 billion into memory factories to meet AI demand. We got an exclusive first look.

Elon Musk And Ex-Google X Executive Warn Money Could Become Irrelevant Within A Decade

Elon Musk and Mo Gawdat predict that money may become irrelevant within a decade due to AI and robotics, though they differ on whether this shift will be liberating or controlling.

US Set to Pay Most for 30-Year Debt in Quarter of a Century

The US government is about to sell 30-year bonds at the highest interest rate in a quarter of a century, after a historic selloff that has stirred speculation the nation will tilt borrowing further toward short-dated maturities.

atNorth's Camilla O'Leary Announced as Co-Chair of the Infrastructure Masons' iMWomen Initiative

The program aims to advance industry representation and workforce development across the industry. REYKJAVÍK, Iceland, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- atNorth, the leading Nordic high-density colocation and built-to-suit data center provider, today announced th…

Stock Market News, Aug. 13, 2026: S&P 500 Closes at Record, Yields Retreat

AI enthusiasm and receding rate-hike expectations are lifting markets

Global majors bet on Tamil Nadu as Daimler, Saint-Gobain line up projects

Daimler, Saint-Gobain and YKK announced fresh investments in Tamil Nadu, while 25 companies signed deals to establish their first India facilities at the Vetri conclave.

Tech CEOs are writing 6,500-word manifestos. Who’s actually reading?

Mark Zuckerberg, Jensen Huang, and Dario Amodei have all shared their thoughts in a Warren Buffett-like way. But who's paying attention?

Dani Rodrik: Is China really a mercantilist economic power? Let’s not jump to conclusions

Superficially, China seems to pursue mercantilist policies, but unlike Depression times, we are not in a world of deficient aggregate demand. Where manufacturing sectors are at threat, countries could deploy their own versions of Chinese industrial policy.

Is there a solution to NIMBYism?

Yes, and it’s fairly simple, argues Progress Ireland think tank, and the government has two out of three parts of it in train.

atNorth's Camilla O'Leary Announced as Co-Chair of the Infrastructure Masons' iMWomen Initiative

The program aims to advance industry representation and workforce development across the industry. REYKJAVÍK, Iceland, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- atNorth, the leading Nordic high-density colocation and built-to-suit data center provider, today announced th…

A U.S. armored brigade got wiped out by Ukrainian drone operators in a NATO exercise, and it wasn’t even close

The exercise underscores the evolving nature of warfare, highlighting the strategic importance of drone technology and its impact on military tactics. The post A U.S. armored brigade got wiped out by Ukrainian drone operators in a NATO exercise, and it wasn’t…

Securitize falls 16% after earnings miss, tokenization revenue drops

Securitize shares fell 16% from Wednesday’s close after the tokenization platform’s $14.4 million second-quarter revenue missed Wall Street estimates.

GATE 2027 registration begins tomorrow: Check key dates, list of required documents and steps to apply

GATE 2027 registration begins on August 14, 2026, requiring a verified DigiLocker account for Indian applicants. The regular application window closes on September 21, 2026, with an extended period until September 30. Candidates can apply for one or two paper…

TVK govt’s first investment conclave attracts ₹67,000 cr commitments

Tamil Nadu’s first TVK investment conclave secures ₹67,000 crore in 97 MoUs across EVs, electronics, data centres, renewables, space-tech; 1 lakh jobs.

GLC Mumbai gets BCI nod, deadline extended; 3 big reliefs for law aspirants

The Bar Council of India has granted approval to Government Law College along with eighteen other institutions. In light of this, the Bombay High Court has extended the deadline for filling out college option forms for law programs. Additionally, the CET Cell…

Stocks edge up with oil price below $90, dollar at 2-week high, Iran in focus

By Stefano Rebaudo and Satoshi Sugiyama Aug 13 (Reuters) - Stocks edged higher on Thursday and oil stayed below $90 with investors turning their attention back to the conflict in Iran, after softer-than-expected U.S. data reinforced expectations that the Fede…

French diplomat 'had an endless parade of young African women visit his official residence for sex'

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Analysis-Rate hike bets leave yen’s post-intervention gains at BOJ’s mercy

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Marine heatwaves a growing threat to physical, mental health of humans: Researchers

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Sensex remains subdued amid weekly F&O expiry; European mrkt advance

Metal, Oil & gas and private bank shares declined while realty, FMCG and media counter advanced.

Global Market | Shein plans Hong Kong stock market debut on August 28: Reports

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China to keep imposing anti-dumping duties on Indian single-mode optical fibre imports

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SpaceX’s Starlink starts taking orders in Vietnam, on Hanoi’s terms

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As temperatures soar, ‘exceptionally serious’ drought imperils UK farmers

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Arctic Ice Damages Tanker as Russia Ramps Up Northern Sea Route Oil Shipments

A tanker suffered serious damage to its hull while navigating through Arctic sea ice despite being assisted by an icebreaker, highlighting the risks facing vessels using Russia’s Northern Sea Route as Moscow rapidly expands oil shipments through the Arctic.

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Rahul Gandhi moves SC against Allahabad HC order on assets probe

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Iran to join BRICS development bank soon, central bank governor says

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Storm-1175 Replaces Medusa With New StormEncryptor Ransomware

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South Korea's stock market is back in a bull market after its recent rout

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Ezeagu to Nigerian Youths: Reject political manipulation,take charge of your future

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UP Creators Summit & Awards to celebrate the state's rising digital voices and creator economy in grand 2-day event

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Taiwan's carbon fee era begins, science parks roll out measures

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India showing active interest in Arctic route – Putin

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President Donald Trump signs memo letting US agencies hack transnational crime groups abroad

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IFSCA Grants Nexent Capital GIFT City Investment Banking License

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Carney's 'Canada Strong Fund' likely to follow path of failing U.K. fund he helped create, think tank says

Carney's new sovereign wealth fund is likely to follow in the footsteps of a troubled British fund he helped create, says a new report.

Video Piracy Is Becoming a Growing Concern for Online Education Across Europe & UK, Says VdoCipher

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Sugar stocks rally up to 7%; Dalmia Bharat, Dhampur, Avadh hit 52-wk highs

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Iran to join BRICS development bank soon, central bank governor says

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KOSPI enters bull market as AI rally returns; Japan gains, China tech mixed

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Little Movement Likely For Malaysia Stock Market

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Losing Streak May Continue For Malaysia Stock Market

The Malaysia stock market has finished lower in four straight sessions, falling more than 15 points or 0.9 percent in that span. The Kuala Lumpur Composite Index now sits just above the 1,730-point plateau and it may extend its losses on Wednesday.

Ukraine attacks Russian grain export terminals in Black Sea, prompting warning about food markets

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Tamil Nadu secures ₹67,542 crore investment commitments through 97 MoUs

Tamil Nadu secured fresh investment commitments of ₹67,542 crore through 97 projects, with more than one lakh jobs expected, taking the first 100-day tally above ₹1 trillion

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Amagi Media Labs surges after Q1 PAT jumps over 8-fold to Rs 34 cr

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Why Tata Sons is facing pressure to list and what after Chandrasekaran resigns

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Sugar stocks Balrampur Chini, Dhampur Sugar, Dalmia Bharat Sugar, others rally up to 7%. Here’s why

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BitGo posts $19M Q2 loss despite 80% revenue surge to $4.3B

BitGo generated $4.3 billion in Q2 revenue, up nearly 80% year over year, while digital asset losses and weaker trading margins weighed on earnings.

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KOSPI exits bear market as tech rally returns; Nikkei gains, China slips - Investing.com

KOSPI exits bear market as tech rally returns; Nikkei gains, China slips

Embecta Corp. Investor Alert: Contact SBS by August 17, 2026 for Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit

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The Top 5 Analyst Questions From Zebra’s Q2 Earnings Call

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Mirae Asset to inject additional $35 million into Korbit crypto exchange following July acquisition: report

Mirae Asset to inject additional $35 million into Korbit crypto exchange following July acquisition: report Quick Take - South Korea’s Mirae Asset is injecting 50 billion won worth of fresh capital into Korbit, following its acquisition of the South Korean cr…

European shares inch up as lower crude offsets geopolitical unease

Stocks end largely higher as traders pare rate hike bets after July CPI report Aug 13 (Reuters) - European shares edged higher on Thursday as oil prices fell, shifting focus to demand concerns, while U.S.-Iran peace efforts remained stalled and disruption in …

Motilal Oswal Group to invest Rs 1,500 crore in Inox Clean Energy

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Kanwar yatra ends with 7,000 tonnes of waste, Haridwar starts cleanup

The end of the annual pilgrimage has brought a new challenge for Haridwar, as civic teams work to restore the city's busiest areas

British pound under $1.35 mark on weak UK data; GBP/INR futures linger around 129 levels

The British pound came under pressure on Thursday as dollar index holds steady around 100 mark owing to safe haven demand amid ongoing geopolitical turmoil. The stalled peace process in the Middle East provides some support to greenback, although recent US in…

Cleanaway Waste Management Receives $9.4 Billion Takeover Offer from EQT Infrastructure

Cleanaway Waste Management Ltd's shares rose sharply after receiving a $9.4 billion takeover offer from EQT Infrastructure, highlighting the company's strong financial performance and strategic appeal.

Show HN: How to Bill International Clients

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Vultures are disappearing in Nigeria - but the 'Vulture King' is fighting to reverse the trend

Some see them as sinister or hunt them for ritual use but these birds play a vital role in nature's cycle.

The road to Viksit Bharat runs through a shock-prone world: India needs ‘anti-fragility’ acceleration

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Zayo, Nvidia team to address AI network capacity shortage

Digital infrastructure provider delivers critical network capacity to power current AI ecosystem and accelerate the next generation of AI innovation with AI chip leader’s infrastructure

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KRN Heat Exchanger shares hit 5% upper circuit as Q1 net profit more than doubles

Shares of KRN Heat Exchanger and Refrigeration hit a upper circuit on Thursday, following a strong Q1 FY27 earnings performance. The rally was driven by robust demand across both domestic and international markets.

Germany's dry rivers spark battle on engineering vs restoration

As a heat wave dries Germany’s rivers, government ministers are at odds over what to do about it: Re-engineer the waterways or restore them to their natural state.

Euro zone bonds little changed as oil prices steady

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Exclusive realtor says project signals GB real estate revival

A Bahamian real estate firm says it has been appointed as the exclusive broker for a new waterfront residential development under construction on property next to Grand Bahama’s Taino Bridge.

Grattan on Friday: Albanese doesn’t believe in admitting he’s stuffed up, and it costs him

South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas flourishes where Albanese flounders.

Record number of students get into university with more than 250,000 18-year-olds gaining a place as highest A-level grades ever are expected on results day

The total number of UK 18-year-olds accepted on to degree courses has risen by 3 per cent on the same point last year, with a record high of 262,820 taking up places so far, initial Ucas figures show.

CBN reverses OMO restriction, opens market to local investors

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Ukraine attacks Russian grain export terminals in Black Sea, prompting warning about food markets

Ukraine has launched a heavy drone assault on warships and major Russian grain export terminals in the Black Sea port city of Novorossiysk.

Indices trade with sideways; metal shares lose sheen

The Nifty traded tad below the 24,400 level. Metal shares declined after advancing in the past trading session.

European shares inch up as lower crude offsets geopolitical unease

Aug 13 (Reuters) - European shares edged higher on Thursday as oil prices fell, shifting focus to demand concerns, while U.S.-Iran peace efforts remained sta...

Global Market: Japanese bond yields hold near highs as markets brace for BOJ rate hike

Japanese government bond yields remained broadly steady as investors increased bets on a possible Bank of Japan rate hike in September. Short-term yields stayed near multi-year highs, while longer-term yields rose amid fiscal concerns and expected government …

Investors snap up AG Mortgage Bank’s N3.97b CP with 100% subscription

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Lenskart’s strong Q1 FY27 performance, marked by sharp profit growth, revenue expansion and improving margins, has strengthened the bullish case among brokerages. Jefferies sees further potential from international growth, premiumisation, store expansion and …

Copper US arm becomes FINRA member, SEC-registered broker-dealer

Copper Markets US will offer qualified custody, staking, financing and OTC services after securing its regulated US presence.

Britain's scorched fields mean a food crisis – and the government is ignoring the one measure that would help | George Monbiot

This summer’s extreme weather and wars in Iran and Ukraine have made our need for food stockpiles more pressing than ever When a business makes long-term plans, they call it prudence. When a government makes long-term plans, they call it co

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South Korea’s Kospi has staged a stunning comeback. How long will the bull market last?

South Korea's Kospi has staged a reversal from its latest rout, returning to bull-market territory as investors piled back into the semiconductor giants that dominate the index.

Financial sovereignty, digital euro and payment roaming: EU seeks alternatives to US cards

From the digital euro to private interoperability and Brazil's PIX, the race for sovereignty is on, but the real test is securing payment autonomy at home and abroad.

This Chinese firm has topped Micron and Kioxia in shipments of crucial NAND memory chips

Counterpoint Research looked at the NAND segment of memory chips, which is benefitting along with the larger DRAM segment from artificial intelligence demand.

Twitch faces backlash over Amazon training AI on its users' livestreams - BBC

Fans of the streaming platform criticised Twitch for letting Amazon use their content for AI training.

Anthropic Said in Talks to Buy AI Startup Decart for $6 Billion - bloomberg.com

Anthropic PBC is in talks to buy the artificial intelligence startup Decart AI for about $6 billion, according to people familiar with the matter.

Whole Foods recalls salsa, guacamole and prepared foods in 12 states over salmonella concerns - Fox Business

Whole Foods recalled salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared foods containing jalapeños linked to a salmonella outbreak sickening 345 people.

Goldman says Japan's $1 trillion of reserves leaves 'plenty of capacity' for further yen interventions - CNBC

Japan has enough cash at its disposal for a couple more rounds of yen-buying on the scale of last month's intervention, Goldman Sachs says.

At above $4 a gallon, gas prices have never been this high so late in the year - The Washington Post

The pain at the pump has been elevated since the war with Iran began.

Departing Google chief scientist Jeff Dean has been in talks for a $10 billion valuation for his new AI startup - Business Insider

The legendary Google engineer has been in discussions for a $1 billion funding round in his new AI startup, Discovery Loop.

Ford boosts US Lincoln production as it phases out imports from China - Fox Business

Ford is planning a significant change to Lincoln's manufacturing footprint beginning in 2030 as the automaker expands its commitment to American production.

Mystery Wi-Fi network aboard flight raises 'unusual' alarm about travelers' information - Fox News

A rogue Wi-Fi network called "Delta WiFi Fast" appeared for passengers on a Delta flight from Las Vegas, forcing the crew to shut down in-flight internet for 30 minutes.

Why Japanese firms are being so slow to use AI

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

Some Claude users are mad that Anthropic's new watermarks will catch them using it at their jobs, classes - TechCrunch

Is Anthropic's new watermarking system a travesty? Some have taken to social media to complain that it is.

AARP issues urgent call on Medicare drug costs

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Verizon confirmed "multiple fiber cuts" are to blame for a service outage Wednesday in New Mexico, including Albuquerque.

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Wall Street giants bet Nvidia’s AI chips will defy the laws of finance - Financial Times

Private capital firms are wagering that the crucial hardware will hold its value for years to come

SpaceX Just Joined the Hyperscaler Club. AI Capex Spending Could Hit $1.15 Trillion

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

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

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Trump sued over service selling faster access to Truth Social posts - NPR

Goldman Sachs Is Doubling Down on Investor Hunger for ‘Boomer Candy’

Investors can’t get enough of ETFs that use derivatives to get stocklike returns while limiting the downside.

New Social Security COLA estimates released after fresh inflation data - Fox Business

Social Security 2027 COLA estimates range from 3.2% to 3.6% after July CPI inflation data showed consumer prices rose 3.4% from a year ago.

Biotech Scores Again With LSD In Anxiety; Stock Rises - Investor's Business Daily

Definium Therapeutics unveiled the second of two positive Phase 3 studies.

Where gold price is headed next as Fed rate hike and inflation odds change direction - CNBC

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

Live updates: Strait of Hormuz traffic remains low as world rapidly burns through oil stockpiles - CNN

Meanwhile, an Iranian military adviser says Tehran could “prolong” war with the US until Trump is out of office. Follow for the latest news updates.

SpaceX Stock Lifts Off After Musk’s All-Hands Meeting and More Starlink Satellites - Barron's

SpaceX stock rose after CEO Elon Musk held an all-hands meeting for SpaceX employees where he discussed artificial-intelligence, Starlink, and the company’s future.

Up 26% Since July 29, Is It Too Late to Buy Microsoft Stock? - The Motley Fool

The tech giant has been on a roll over the past two weeks.

Home Depot CEO takes medical leave of absence - Fox Business

Home Depot said it expects President and CEO Ted Decker to return within the next few months as senior leaders take on temporary responsibilities.

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

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

CoreWeave and Nebius Group Deliver Earnings Shocker. Here's What It Signals About the Future of AI. - Yahoo Finance

Investors have been concerned about a potential slowdown in AI adoption, but results from these neocloud operators suggest otherwise.

The Guardian view on Japan’s yen: Trump wants to keep the easy-money machine running | Editorial

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SpaceX Shares Jump as Musk Targets $500 Billion AI Revenue - Yahoo Finance

SpaceX Makes a Bold AI Push: Musk Sees $500 Billion Revenue Opportunity

Meta Stock Drops While $1.4 Trillion Trial Opens - Yahoo Finance

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Discord ordered to suspend livestreams in Brazil

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

US inflation eases as food and fuel costs cool

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

USDA Makes Surprise Cut to Corn Yield Projections - WSJ

More than 24,000 cyclosporiasis infections reported as new cases appear to slow: CDC - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

How much time does AI save at work? New Census Bureau data breaks it down. - CBS News

New Census data shows how much faster workers can complete tasks when they enlist artificial intelligence for help.

Hundreds of thousands of Uber and Lyft drivers set to unionize across California after subtle law change - New York Post

The change is significant because Uber and Lyft drivers are generally classified as independent contractors rather than employees.

Nelson Peltz’s Trian prepares take-private offer for Wendy’s; WEN stock surges 12% - Yahoo Finance

Wendy’s (NASDAQ: WEN) shares rose 12% following the report. The company is the direct subject of the potential transaction. Trian holds a combined stake exce...

Slowing labor market creates new hurdle for first-time homebuyers facing affordability squeeze - Fox Business

High mortgage rates and a weakening labor market are squeezing first-time homebuyers who struggle to save for down payments as wages fail to keep pace with inflation.

IRS provides guidance on retirement plan rollovers - Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service and the Treasury Department offered guidance on rollovers between retirement plans and individual retirement accounts.

Rent in Spain tops €1,100 for 80 m²: these are the priciest and cheapest cities

Renting an 80-square-metre home in Spain costs an average of 1,131 euros a month, but regional disparities are stark: from 600 euros in Jaen to 1,610 in San Sebastian.

PJM eyes data center, crypto reliability requirements after 3.8 GW of load trips offline - Utility Dive

The PJM Interconnection is considering setting “ride-through” standards after data centers tripped offline in Northern Virginia on July 22, the latest and largest such event in PJM’s history, the grid operator said.

Bumble scraps signature rule and now allows men to make first move on dating app - NBC News

Dating app Bumble announced on Tuesday that it would be getting rid of its hallmark rule that prevents men from making the first move.

Burnham warned Iran war could hit UK growth next year

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

The 2026 A-List: Top 20 Firms - Law.com

The firms topping our annual A-List posted strong results in RPL, pro bono, diversity, female equity partner percentages and associate satisfaction.

Bakery buys comedian's former sites after closure

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

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

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

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

Taco Bell Has 3 New Menu Items for a Limited Time—and We Tried Them First - Allrecipes

Taco Bell has teamed up with Tajín for a new Tajín Taco, Tajín Cheesy Gordita Crunch, and Tajín Pineapple Strawberry Freeze. We tried these limited-edition items early and here is our honest review.

Goldman Sachs to Acquire ETF Provider Neos in $2.3 Billion Deal - Bloomberg.com

Goldman Sachs Group Inc. will pay as much as $2.25 billion to buy Neos Investments, expanding its asset manager’s reach in the actively managed exchange-traded fund market.

This card-skimming scam has stolen millions. Here's how the Secret Service is cracking down. - CBS News

A Secret Service analyst told CBS News a single skimming device can net a scammer up to $1 million.

Eli Lilly is suing six companies over illegal sales of its unapproved weight loss drug - qz.com

The drug remains in Phase 3 clinical trials and has not been approved by any regulator for human use

AI’s climate problem is worse than we thought - heated.world

A new study reveals that AI’s climate impact extends far beyond its massive data center footprint.

Europe's scorching summer could cost EU economies €180 billion

Extreme heat could cost EU economies around €180 billion this year, roughly 1% of GDP and almost exactly the growth the bloc had been expecting for 2026, with France facing the heaviest blow of the big member states.

AI brings savings to clinical trials: study - Axios

New research shows it's starting to unlock millions of dollars' worth of new efficiencies.

More employers are dropping the largest PBMs - Axios

The findings are the latest sign of a shift underway in employer-sponsored health care.

Most Power Sought for US Data Centers Will Never Materialize - Bloomberg.com

More than two-thirds of the electricity sought for the artificial intelligence boom in the US isn’t likely to materialize due to “phantom” projects and long-shot pitches.

Red-Hot Power Stocks Are Losing Steam

The data-center backlash is complicating the picture for power plant owners.

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AI chatbots are offering financial advice. Should you trust them? - npr.org

Bank of America to Deploy $250 Billion to Bolster AI and Energy Infrastructure

The bank is joining rivals that are rolling out pledges to back investments in U.S. critical industries.

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

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

Oil Market Report - August 2026 – Analysis - IEA – International Energy Agency

Oil Market Report - August 2026 - Analysis and key findings. A report by the International Energy Agency.

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

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

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

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

Rule could let parents put $2,500 into child ‘Trump accounts’ tax-free - The Washington Post

Proposed guidance from the Treasury Department clarifies how employer and employee contributions to the new accounts would work.

30,000 pounds of beef from Argentina recalled in two states - The Washington Post

A recall of beef products from Corte Argentino USA affects retailers and grocery distributors in Texas and Florida.

Albertsons recalls products sold in New Mexico potentially contaminated with Salmonella - KRQE

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Albertsons’ parent company is recalling nearly 60 store-made products over possible Salmonella contamination. The United Family said the affected products all contain pico de gallo made with jalapeños linked to Ron’s Home Style Foods. Some…

Sun-tanned cauliflowers and knobbly spuds - the heatwave veg that's good to eat

British shoppers should expect to see more wonky vegetables due to repeated heatwaves.

Oregon sues Trump admin over new homeowner interest payments rule - OregonLive.com

The tariff refund battle has a new front with a $100B backdrop - Baton Rouge Business Report

The federal government is fighting to claw back tariff refunds that a trade court ordered it to pay—even to companies that never sued to get them. In a brief filed Monday with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, government lawyers argue that a …

Heatwaves push air conditioning to top of French property wish lists

French homebuyers now place much greater weight on a property's exposure, shutters, air conditioning, ventilation and nearby trees to shield them from heat.

Toyota recalls more than half a million vehicles. See affected models - USA Today

Toyota is recalling more than half a million cars due to this issue, which may increase the risk of a crash. See the affected models.

That robot vacuum you’ve been eyeing may now be banned in the U.S. — here’s what you need to know - nbcnews.com

The FCC banned foreign-made advanced robots, and robot vacuums fall under the new rules. Here’s what it means for the device you already own — and which models you can still buy.

Tech titan Jeff Bezos eyes Liverpool as more US moguls buy up UK teams

Several other US billionaires like Mark Walters and Todd Boehly also have stakes in UK football and other sports teams.

Extreme heat strains Italy's 'cheese banks,' where Parmigiano backs farm loans

Extreme heat is squeezing Italy's "cheese banks", the climate-controlled vaults in Emilia-Romagna where hundreds of thousands of Parmigiano Reggiano wheels sit as collateral for farm loans, pushing up energy bills and thinning the milk supp

Axe stamp duty? How Andy Burnham could change property tax

The new PM could bring in revenue for social care or defence with a land levy or by reforming council tax Residential property is the largest store of wealth in the UK, and has long been a target for those who believe homes should be taxed

Senate passes bill that could change nickels and how you pay with cash - The Hill

You've likely already noticed some changes when paying with cash.

Healthcare Investing Is Now an AI Short in Disguise

Big healthcare companies are increasingly trading opposite to tech.

Kazakhstan offers tax amnesty as it seeks to bring billions in crypto and digital assets home

Astana has introduced tax incentives and regulatory reforms to encourage crypto investors to move their digital assets onto domestic licensed platforms, hoping to revive an industry that largely left after a post-mining-boom halt.

Britons lead spending, but average tourist spend in Portugal falls

Foreign tourists are spending less per purchase in Portugal, with the average amount falling to its lowest level since 2019. Britons and Americans stand out among the main markets.

How the Rhine drought threatens Germany's economic recovery

Germany's inland waterways still move around 5% of the nation's goods. With the Rhine at a critically low level, DW explores how the drought is hitting the economy where it hurts most.

Revolut bags full French banking licence in European growth push

Revolut's French banking licence follows the bank receiving its UK banking licence back in March 2026.

MySpace comeback? Owners drop a major hint and here's what we know

While the potential relaunch of MySpace is sure to bring considerable nostalgia and anticipation, analysts warn that the social media platform could have a tough time competing in the current market.

War Is Helping Chinese EVs Upend the Global Car Market

High gasoline prices are giving a boost to China’s electric-vehicle exports.

Tech giants TSMC and Sony to invest billions in advanced chip sensor plant

Sony Corp. and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) are planning to invest around $6.3 billion (€5.4bn) in a joint venture to produce advanced image sensors in Japan, according to Nikkei.

How Liquid Are Private-Credit Funds? It Depends How You Define ‘Liquidity’

Private-credit managers report the metric differently, with some using aggressive math to project strength.

Volkswagen’s top stakeholders call for immediate steps to boost competitiveness

As Volkswagen continues to deal with tariff impact and rising competition from Chinese carmakers, taking drastic cost-cutting and strategy steps have become all the more crucial to maintain its market position.

Monte dei Paschi Weighs Options to Fend Off Intesa Bid

The Italian bank said it is weighing options to preserve its integrity, as its chief executive questioned the impact of Intesa Sanpaolo’s $35 billion takeover bid.

Portugal: Next week starts with a sharp drop in fuel prices

Next week brings good news for drivers: a sharp drop in prices is expected, affecting both diesel and petrol at the pumps.

Drinks giant Diageo unveils $1bn in cost cuts to tackle slowing growth

The world's largest spirits maker has scrapped its medium-term growth target as new CEO Dave Lewis moves to reset performance after years of stagnant sales.

Trump administration to pay €1.06 billion to cancel RWE offshore wind leases

US President Donald Trump, long a critic of wind energy, has repeatedly dismissed wind turbines as unsightly and has labelled them an "economic and environmental disaster."

Budget carrier easyJet confirms €6.6 billion takeover by US private equity firm

EasyJet was founded by British-Cypriot entrepreneur Stelios Haji-Ioannou in 1995 as a no-frills airline offering low-cost fares to destinations across Europe.

France to ban unsolicited telemarketing calls from next week

Despite a raft of measures in recent years, cold calls still plague daily life in France. The government has now opted for a tougher crackdown.

Why is Russia selling its gold?

Russia has become one of the world's biggest sellers of gold over the past 12 months. It's an attempt to raise cash in the face of budget issues, but not necessarily a sign of a looming financial crisis.

Prosecutors Probed Whistleblower Claims That JPMorgan Mishandled Fraud Cases

A former executive alleged JPMorgan improperly denied reimbursements of more than $100 million to customers who were victims of financial scams.

AI ecosystem's 'circular' investment: risk or advantage?

Amid talk of an AI sector bubble, one aspect is under scrutiny. Many big AI players are invested in smaller ones, who then buy the bigger firm's products. This brings risks and advantages.

The economic toll of Spain's wildfires

Devastating wildfires are ravaging Spain's tourism, economy and nature. Could the country have done more to prevent them?

Humanoid robots: Trump's latest China trade battle?

The US has banned foreign-made humanoid robots, a market Chinese tech firms dominate. Although Washington cited national security risks, analysts think Donald Trump is buying time for US robot makers to catch up.

BMW to Volkswagen: How deep is Germany's auto industry cull?

BMW joins VW, Porsche and Mercedes-Benz in cutting thousands of jobs, as Chinese rivals erode their market share. DW recaps the major reforms German automakers are pursuing to safeguard their future.

How two wars and El Nino could fuel world hunger

The wars in Ukraine and the Middle East haven't yet crippled global food supplies. Add a powerful weather pattern like El Nino, however, and the risks multiply.

Germany: How weather extremes impact local agriculture

Heat, drought, heavy rain and late frosts are taking a toll on German farmers. They increasingly respond with adapted varieties, new crops, modern breeding techniques and modified farming methods.

As US-Iran war rages, who's risking the Strait of Hormuz?

Though Iran continues to attack vessels as leverage in its war with the United States, data show that several shippers continue to transit the waterway.

Why Trump's 'forced labor' tariffs leave the world puzzled

After the US Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump's emergency tariffs, the White House has turned to another trade law linked to alleged human rights abuses.

ECB keeps interest rates unchanged amid Iran war inflation

The European Central Bank has kept its base interest rates steady but said it was "closely monitoring" the energy price shock. The impact of the war against Iran on energy costs has pushed inflation over ECB targets.

Oil prices jump as Hormuz, Red Sea crises deepen

Renewed strikes on shipping in the Gulf and the Red Sea have dealt a fresh double blow to global oil markets, with the price of crude oil once again passing $100 a barrel. DW examines what could push prices even higher.

US-China AI rivalry heats up as Chinese models gain ground

China's AI platforms are rapidly closing the gap with their US counterparts, prompting fresh threats from the Trump administration. With accusations of intellectual property theft, could tensions boil over?

Will surge in German business bankruptcies hit growth?

Company insolvencies in Germany are rising sharply. Is this a sign of deeper economic weakness, or just a market correction that could ultimately benefit future growth?

Why the youth jobs crisis is becoming global

Young people in much of the world face growing competition for entry-level jobs as graduate numbers rise, hiring slows and AI-driven disruption adds uncertainty to career prospects.

How AI and satellites help fight wildfires

Wildfires are raging across Europe, Canada and beyond. To successfully fight these fires, speed is essential. A German startup uses satellite data and AI to spot fires early.

Iran's oil supply threat extends beyond Strait of Hormuz

Oil and gas producers in the Gulf are seeking alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz as traffic again comes under fire. But is Iran also turning its attention to the pipelines meant to bypass the waterway?

US slaps 25% tariffs on Brazil with election looming

The US will impose a 25% tariff on most imports from Brazil starting later this month. It's the first action in the Trump administration's new tariff strategy, after the Supreme Court struck down its prior impositions.

AI: Why Europe is falling behind, and how it can catch up

Europe trails the US and China in artificial intelligence. Economist and Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion says better research funding, venture capital and AI innovation can help it catch up.