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Mobile payments on the rise but cash decline slows

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

Pennsylvania Cracks Down on AI Data Centers as Backlash Grows

Gov. Josh Shapiro ordered new restrictions on large data centers aimed at shielding residents from higher electricity costs and giving communities more control over proposed projects.

We ranked the best NFL teams to fall short of the Super Bowl: Stacking 16 historic near misses

ESPN is kicking off it's countdown to Super Bowl LXI series by ranking the best teams that didn't quite make the big game, including the 2023 Ravens.

How important is pass protection for a running back? Ask Jaxson Dart

Dart was leveled after Tyrone Tracy missed a block, reflecting how important the underrated skill is for running backs.

WNBA Power Rankings: Can the Liberty find their way into the top four?

New York, up two spots this week, appears to be back in the hunt for a top-four seed in the playoffs.

Which teams have clinched a spot in the playoffs?

Minnesota, Las Vegas and Golden State will play in the 2026 WNBA playoffs. Who will join them?

"Sabotage": Experts, lawmakers blast RFK Jr. for destroying healthcare research

US healthcare is broken. Under RFK Jr., the research agency working to fix it is, too.

Mozilla Tests an AI 'Smart Window' in Firefox—But Only If You Opt In

The optional window puts an assistant of your choice next to your tabs, with a switch to disable it.

Introducing Ulez was my hardest decision as mayor of London – but now we know its astonishing impact | Sadiq Khan

Critics said I was attacking motorists. It’s more important for me that the city’s children are no longer breathing dangerous levels of pollutionUlez led to better lung size and function among London children, study findsWhen I introduced London’s clean air zone – the ultra-low emission zone (Ulez) – more than seven years ago, no city had ever attempted anyt

Moody's draft-day targets and values: Murray, Gainwell among top options

Eric Moody lists the players he's most excited about at different junctures of fantasy football drafts.

Mock draft: Puka Nacua, Jeremiyah Love drop due to recent news

Injury news and word of potential suspensions caused the draft board to change a bit in our latest mock.

Transfer rumors, news: Coventry City to sign Chelsea's Mudryk?

Coventry City are reportedly linked with a move for Chelsea's Mykhailo Mudryk. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Ukrainian drones overwhelm Russian tanks’ new active protection system—for now

Tanks with defensive tech for shooting down drones are still proving vulnerable.

Cursor capitalizes on GitHub frustration, launches rival hosting platform

Cursor, known for its AI Code Editor, is launching a new code-hosting platform to rival developers' long preferred favorite, GitHub.

US President Trump says no Iran talks; naval blockade remains

The US President Donald Trump posted on his social network that “there are no talks or conversations going on, or scheduled, with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Naval Blockade remains in full force and effect.

Meta hooked children on Facebook and Instagram, court hears

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

Five Buss siblings 'united' in selling Lakers shares

Five of the six members of the Buss trust say they are "united" in their intention to sell their remaining shares in the Lakers, despite pushback from Jeanie Buss.

Sources: Seahawks still plan on signing CB Arnold

The Seattle Seahawks are still planning to sign cornerback Terrion Arnold, but it will take a while, as they are working through the timing, sources told NFL Network.

Chiefs' Bieniemy: Wife on 'great road to recovery'

Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy said Tuesday that his wife, Mia, is on track to make a full recovery after she was allegedly shot by the couple's son last month in the family's home in Virginia.

'I'm here to win': Miller has big plans as Cowboy

Thrilled to be with the Dallas Cowboys on a one-year contract, Von Miller, 37, spoke to reporters on Tuesday at training camp in Oxnard, California, and the club will work the veteran linebacker into practice slowly, giving him time to acclimate.

Bayern's Musiala suffering from 'treatable seizures'

Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala has revealed he is experiencing treatable absence seizures after he collapsed on the pitch for the second time in four days.

Sources: Edwards wins QB battle, to start for UNC

North Carolina has named veteran transfer Billy Edwards Jr. as the Tar Heels' starting quarterback for the opener against TCU in Ireland, sources told ESPN.

Bill Rasmussen, co-founder of ESPN, dies at 93

Bill Rasmussen, whose vision and ambition fueled the 1979 launch of ESPN as the world's first 24-hour television network, died Tuesday. He was 93.

Mayfield to critics: 'Gonna shock a lot of people'

Baker Mayfield, who will play Saturday in the Bucs' second preseason game against the Chiefs, brushed aside critics and predicts that Tampa Bay will "shock a lot of people this year."

🏀 Men's Bracketology: Duke the new top seed

The Blue Devils have a stronger résumé (for now) to thank for the promotion over the Gators.

Mexican Peso dips on Middle East tensions, eyes on FOMC minutes

The Mexican Peso loses some ground on Tuesday, depreciating by about 0.16% against the US Dollar as investors await the release of the Federal Reserve’s last meeting minutes, with a resolution of the US-Iran conflict remaining unlikely.

Williams scores in Warrington's victory at Hull KR

Captain George Williams scores one of Warrington's six tries in their Super League victory against reigning champions Hull KR.

Rare Books Traced to Amazon AI Training Facility to Be Scanned and Destroyed

A tracking device planted in a book order ended at a Las Vegas facility where Amazon strips bindings to scan pages for training data.

Papers: Barca midfielder rejects chance to join Man Utd

The top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday's newspapers...

Cypherpunk becomes largest Zcash miner in $33M deal

Cypherpunk Technologies has acquired a 4.2 GSol/s Zcash mining fleet for $33.33 million, giving the Nasdaq-listed company about 18% of the network’s total computing power. Cypherpunk Technologies said on Aug.

Padres minor league coordinator detained by ICE

Oswaldo Pirela, the minor league catching coordinator for the Padres, was detained by ICE at the El Paso International Airport early Sunday.

Texas, SEC top preseason AP All-America team

Texas leads all teams with four players named to the preseason Associated Press All-America team announced Tuesday, and the SEC has 14 of the 27 first-team selections.

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

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

Strangers helped a college student get to his friend in the hospital

While Jake Berry was in college, he learned one of his oldest friends was in the hospital more than an hour away. Berry didn't have a car, but two strangers gave him a ride.

SEC proposes new crypto rules in absence of CLARITY Act

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

Arguing With People on X May Get You More Posts You Hate as Algo Feeds on Ragebait

X’s algorithm may turn argumentative replies into a feedback loop that serves users more content that clashes with their values, with the effect stronger among Democrats, researchers found.

SEC unveils Reg Crypto rules with $75m exemption

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed two registration exemptions, including a $75 million annual pathway, under its new Reg Crypto framework for certain crypto investment contracts.

Al Hilal target England's Kane - Wednesday's gossip

Al-Hilal in talks with Harry Kane and Ollie Watkins, Newcastle explore move for Manchester City's Nico Gonzalez, Sunderland move for Dayann Methalie in danger of collapsing.

An iconic mail-order music and video company is shutting down

The long-running mail-order business Columbia House, which became famous for its record and CD clubs before focusing on DVDs, has announced it'll take its final orders next month.

Chinese Yuan: Sideways range holds against US Dollar – UOB

United Overseas Bank (UOB) analysts Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann note that USD/CNH has been trading quietly, with intraday ranges clustered around current levels.

CFTC seeks feedback on CPO and CTA rule changes

The CFTC has opened a 45-day comment period on proposals that would double the small-pool exemption threshold to $800,000 and ease registration rules for some fund advisers. CFTC proposal would reduce duplicate fund registration The Commodity Futures Trading Commission said…

Passan: Why Tommy John's legacy will forever live on across baseball

John won 288 games over more than two decades.

OpenAI announces slowing pace of development after hack by rogue agent

Amid race with Anthropic, firm plans to overhaul research and training and require more safety parameters after hackOpenAI on ⁠Tuesday said it had slowed down the ⁠pace of ⁠its ​AI development while it overhauled its ⁠research and training systems.The company’s researchers were ⁠caught unaware last month ​when an ‌AI agent ‌under testing hacked another AI ‌f

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

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

Former world champion Dott goes on trial over child abuse allegations

The 2006 world champion is accused of lewd and libidinous behaviour towards a girl and a boy in Glasgow and South Lanarkshire.

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

The network accuses the administration of retaliating against ABC because it "disapproves of what ABC broadcasts".

DOJ’s probe into Andreessen Horowitz over board seats baffles VCs

Since portfolio companies often pivot and expand into competing markets, investors view occasional conflicts of interest as unavoidable for large VC firms.

South Korean Won: Bearish Won view with 1,400 support – TD Securities

TD Securities turns bearish on the Korean Won, arguing USD/KRW is likely to find support around 1,400 as prior KRW strength fades.

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.

Flexibility is a key part of keeping women employed

NPR's Juana Summers talks with University of Michigan economist Betsey Stevenson about trends in women's participation in the labor force and the value of flexible work arrangements.

Bitcoin holds $64,600 as Trump rules out Iran talks

Bitcoin has risen above $64,600 after U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington is not holding talks with Iran, while conflicting claims over the Strait of Hormuz kept oil above $91 per barrel.

American Airlines to bring back TV screens on US flights

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

Man found dead at Charlton Athletic's ground

A 33-year-old man was found dead at The Valley after a possible fall from height, police say.

Economic and event calendar in Asia Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Australia's Wage Price Index rose 0.8% in Q1 2026, matching expectations. Private-sector wage growth kept slowing to the softest annual pace this cycle (3.2%), while public-sector gains cooled also.

Lisa Nandy urges deal to keep Rugby League World Cup on free-to-air TV

Premier Sports secure rights with BBC not biddingNandy: ‘As a fan myself, I share fans’ disappointment’The culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, has urged administrators to strike a deal to allow this autumn’s Rugby League World Cup to be shown on a free-to-air broadcast after it was announced the event would be shown in the United Kingdom exclusively on subscripti

TikTok explores peer-to-peer payments via DMs, report says

If rolled out, the feature would use the social media service’s TikTok Pay offering, which is already available in Southeast Asia for TikTok Shop purchases.

The Great ADHD Myth? review – the most controversial show of the year is here

Dr Max Pemberton isn’t uncompassionate or especially radical, but he assembles a team of medics whose stance on the condition is clear from the off. This is a documentary that will incense and offend manyPresenter Max Pemberton, a psychiatrist in the NHS, Daily Mail columnist and author, and the experts he has assembled, waste no time in setting out their st

SEC Proposes Crypto Fundraising Exemptions in Abrupt About-Face

The proposed rules would let crypto projects raise capital through token sales without full securities registration and create a path for tokens to separate from investment contracts.

Musiala collapses during match for second time in four-day period

Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala says he is being treated for a "neurological dysfunction" after collapsing during a match for the second time in a four-day period.

Dante Moore's mental health strategy? Less social media, more golf

Instead of becoming a top pick in this year's NFL draft, the Ducks QB wants to take care of unfinished business.

Never-before-seen footage unearthed! How Ted Williams' hitting philosophy holds up in 2026

After unearthing a debate between the greatest hitter ever and a Hall of Fame teammate, we had a modern star explain how the takes hold up in today's MLB.

SEC Charges Former Executives With Fraud in Connection With $1.9 Billion Collapse of Subprime Auto Lender Tricolor

The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged Daniel Chu, Jerome Kollar, and Ameryn Seibold, the former CEO, CFO, and Senior Director of Finance, respectively, at Texas-based Tricolor Holdings, LLC, for their roles in an alleged multi-year scheme…

Forex Today: US Dollar firms on Hormuz jitters ahead of UK CPI and FOMC Minutes

The US Dollar Index (DXY) held a firm tone near the 99.60s on Tuesday, keeping a mild safe-haven bid as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz stayed front and center. Gold and Oil both sold off, and most major currencies drifted lower against the Greenback.

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

A Florida representative not running for reelection who voted against the GENIUS and CLARITY Acts has endorsed a Democratic candidate, possibly leading to PAC-funded negative ads.

ABC and Disney sue FCC, alleging First Amendment violations

The ABC Network has sued the Federal Communications Commission, alleging that the Trump administration is violating its First Amendment rights by challenging ABC broadcast licenses and investigating the network's talk show "The View."

Barcelona steal Rodri away from Real Madrid and plan to make him new Busquets

Spain’s World Cup-winning captain has completed his move to Camp Nou where he is a natural successor to club legendBy the time Flight PTN27B started its descent into El Prat a bit before 8pm on Monday evening, a small crowd had gathered by the terminal doors, waiting for it to land. A few people stood and watched the sky, cameras out to capture its arrival.

Citi to launch Bitcoin custody for institutions by year-end

Citi has unveiled its Custody+ platform and confirmed plans to launch institutional digital asset custody later in 2026, beginning with Bitcoin. Business Wire reported on Aug.

investingLive Americas FX news wrap: US data mixed as Iran headlines and Canada tariffs dominate

Canadian dollar extends losses as US downplays hopes for trade deal with CanadaCanadian and US negotiators are expected to meet again ahead of midnight tariff deadlineCleveland Fed survey: businesses expect inflation to ease, investment to weaken over the coming yearPentagon weighing a smaller US military presence in the Gulf once the Iran war ends - WaPoCan

Musiala shares health update after second in-game collapse

Bayern Munich winger Jamal Musiala has revealed he is suffering from “treatable absence seizures” after he collapsed on the pitch for the second time in four days.

Singapore Dollar: Upside risk stays in focus against US Dollar – UOB

United Overseas Bank’s (UOB) Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann note that USD/SGD rebounded after a sharper-than-expected drop to 1.2752, easing immediate downside pressure and pointing to intraday consolidation between 1.2760 and 1.2795.

USD/CHF Price Forecast: Flag support rebound keeps bulls alive

The USD/CHF pair recovers some ground on Tuesday after testing the 50-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) of 0.7866 along with the bottom trendline of the ‘bearish flag’, which so far contained price action amid the lack of conviction of buyers and sellers, regarding the trend’s direction.

Cypherpunk launches Zcash mining fleet controlling 18% of network hashrate

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

Ball to the face? Another lost game? | What causes Medvedev to throw racket at LED boards?

Daniil Medvedev looses his cool in Cincinnati by lashing his racket into the LED boards, subsequently smashing them, after he completely misses Brandon Nakashima's serve.

Digital wealth needs safer paths to liquidity, XPlace CEO says

XPlace CEO Artem Ponomarev has called for safer crypto-backed borrowing tools as DeFi lending protocols hold more than $42 billion in total value locked. Artem Ponomarev, founder and CEO of digital-wealth platform XPlace, told crypto.news that digital-asset services must move…

Trump is weighing whether to grant Canada a tariff reprieve - Politico

Full report herePolitico is reporting that a potential interim trade deal between the US and Canada is now on President Trump’s desk, according to people familiar with the negotiations, leaving Trump to decide whether to accept an interim deal before broader USMCA talks or allow the planned 50% tariff on certain Canadian goods to take effect at midnight on A

Self-saboteurs England and Pakistan face off in ‘El Dysfunctiono’ series

With Pakistan at a low ebb and England at the start of semi-reset, the series at Headingly looks to be an interesting oneThe history of Test cricket between England and Pakistan stretches back to 1954 and has been a vibrant one over the years. Yet, for all the memorable battles, plus the cultural ties between the two countries and a fair bit of scandal along

Markets Confident OpenAI Releases Its Next AI Model in Weeks

Traders are betting OpenAI's next frontier model lands within weeks—even after the company pumped the brakes.

Wladimir Klitschko pays tribute to ex-partner Hayden Panettiere: ‘She left this world too soon’

Boxing champion says he will raise their daughter, Kaya, to remember the late actor’s ‘immense talent’ Hayden Panettiere’s daughter will be raised to remember her mother’s “immense talent” and “incredible career”, according to a tribute posted on social media on Tuesday by Wladimir Klitschko, the ex-lineal world heavyweight boxing champion and the late Holly

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

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

2026 FC 100: Kane, Yamal, Messi among best men's soccer players

Before the 2026-27 season kicks off across Europe this weekend, it's time to rank the top 100 players in the world of men's soccer, including those who starred at the World Cup this summer. Welcome to the FC 100.

Against all odds, SpaceX finally tugs Starship into port after 24 days at sea

"A team of SpaceX engineers is on their way to conduct additional analysis on the vehicle."

Chinese Yuan: Gradual appreciation view – MUFG

MUFG analysts Lin Li and Khang Sek Lee note that July data point to weaker Chinese growth and a widening divergence between the "new" and "traditional" economy.

Pep’s final act of passion: Amazon’s revealing Guardiola series pulls no punches

From the manager’s divorce to tension with the club hierarchy, new documentary is an honest portrayal of his difficult last two seasonsHaving occupied a front-row seat for the final two seasons of Pep Guardiola’s gilded Manchester City tenure, the subject of Amazon’s A Beautiful Obsession, the surprise to me is how unfiltered the four-part series is.Particul

Tap into the power of Gemini in Chrome on Android.

Gemini in Chrome is now available to all Android users in the U.S.

Wyoming joins $15 billion LayerZero exodus with state stablecoin move

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

Canadian dollar extends losses as US downplays hopes for trade deal with Canada

The outlook for a last-minute US-Canada trade agreement is getting a bit bleaker, with US officials reportedly downplaying hopes of a deal ahead of Tuesday’s tariff deadline. US President Trump and Canadian PM Carney are nevertheless expected to speak again ahead of the midnight deadline.The latest development follows Monday’s direct call between Trump and C

Arteta: We want to be the best club in the world

Mikel Arteta is excited to keep building Arsenal after their Premier League win, vowing to make them "the best club in the world".

Jeff Bezos consortium could be majority Liverpool shareholder within a year

1892 Holdings has first refusal if FSG opts to sellGroup paid more than £2bn for initial 38% slice of club1892 Holdings, the new investor in Liverpool, has first refusal to become the majority shareholder in the next 12 months should Fenway Sports Group decide to sell.The consortium led by Amit Bhatia and including the Amazon founder Jeff Bezos was believed

Singapore Dollar: Strong exports underpin SGD – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Singapore-focused FX research highlights robust non-oil domestic exports driven by electronics and AI-related demand, with NODX growth already above the government’s upgraded full-year forecast.

Barça officially sign WC star Rodri from Man City

Spain's World Cup winning captain Rodri has completed his transfer from Manchester City to Barcelona.

Goodell: 'No doubt' over NFL team outside U.S.

Roger Goodell said it is inevitable that the NFL will eventually have a team permanently based outside the United States.

Valkyries to host WNBA All-Star Game in 2027

The Valkyries will host the 2027 WNBA All-Star Game, along with the shooting skills challenge and 3-point shootout, the league announced Tuesday.

Knicks title 'embarrassing' to Nets, owner says

Nets owner Joe Tsai admitted in a recent interview that the Knicks' title run is "embarrassing" to his franchise.

Trump Family Crypto Firm Tied to Chinese AI Models US Government Called a Security Risk

WorldClaw accepts World Liberty’s USD1 stablecoin while offering AI models from Chinese companies facing U.S. national security restrictions.

Securitize debuts tokenized high-yield fund with Neuberger

Securitize has launched a tokenized fixed-income fund managed with Neuberger that will invest mainly in high-yield bonds and issue interests across Avalanche, Ethereum, Solana, and Sui. Securitize said in an Aug.

How to film a movie with a million bees — and only 5 bee stings

A new movie starring Matthew McConaughey as a beekeeper uses real bees from Alabama. We visit the apiary where they live.

Statement on Regulation Crypto Assets: Fit-for-purpose Exemptions for Crypto Market Innovation

Paul S. Atkins, Chairman

Filling the Regulatory Tank: Regulation Crypto Assets Proposing Release

Commissioner Hester M. Peirce

Statement on Regulation Crypto Assets

Commissioner Mark T. Uyeda

Social media on trial as $200bn case against Facebook and Instagram begins

Twenty-nine US states are seeking huge damages, claiming Meta’s platforms were addictive by designIn 1994, more than 40 US states came together to sue one of the most powerful industries on Earth: big tobacco.The suits brought together diverse claims centred on tobacco companies’ misleading advertising and contribution to a mounting public health crisis. The

0G Private Computer tops 250B tokens, adds USD payments

0G Private Computer has processed more than 250 billion tokens across 17 million requests while expanding its private AI service to 28 models and adding U.S. dollar payments.

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

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

'Disappointed' Peters: 'Just not good enough from Hull KR in Warrington loss'

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “'Disappointed' Peters: 'Just not good enough from Hull KR in Warrington loss'”.

Rodri ready for 'excitement again' after Barca complete £65m deal

Barcelona sign Spain midfielder Rodri, the player of the 2026 World Cup, from Manchester City after a trophy-laden seven years with the Premier League club.

Disney sues FCC and its chair, escalating fight against Trump's chief censor

FCC demands "total capitulation" in Trump censorship campaign, Disney suit says.

Economists agree: BoE will hold rates through year-end – Reuters poll

The Bank of England (BoE) will keep interest rates unchanged for the rest of the year, according to a Reuters poll conducted between August 13 and 18.

Bitcoin Wallet Maker BitBox Says AI Found Severe Flaws in Firmware

The Swiss hardware-wallet maker found two severe bugs with the help of frontier AI models, and warns that older firmware leaves you exposed.

Japanese Yen drifts lower as Greenback retains safe-haven bid

USD/JPY holds modest gains near the 159.60s on Tuesday, edging higher on the day. The pair has clawed back ground after a recent sharp pullback and is grinding back toward the upper end of its recent range.

Israel withdraws support for embattled Fifa president Gianni Infantino

IFA points to ‘unprecedented crisis of confidence’Premier League chief says Infantino ‘hit self-destruct’Gianni Infantino’s decision to sack his chief operating officer, Kevin Lamour, after the Frenchman’s criticism of the World Cup sell-off plan has hardened some opposition to the Fifa president, with the efforts to force him out expected to intensify over

San Diego Padres minor-league staffer detained by ICE after arrest in Texas

Family says Venezuelan has pending asylum claimDHS says 34-year-old faces removal proceedingsSan Diego Padres minor-league catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela remained in federal immigration custody on Tuesday after being detained at an airport in El Paso, Texas, while returning from a work trip.Pirela’s family said the 34-year-old Venezuelan has a pending a

OpenAI institutes new safeguards after Hugging Face breach

The new safeguards include more detailed monitoring of models during the development process, as well as greater emphasis on alignment and security during the post-training process.

The Guardian view on global inequality: extreme wealth threatens democracy | Editorial

New York mayor Zohran Mamdani shows Britain’s Andy Burnham that confronting billionaires need not mean the end of cooperation with Donald TrumpIn November, Californians will vote on a one-off 5% levy on residents worth more than $1bn. The union-backed plan could raise $100bn, more than enough to replace federal healthcare funding stripped away by Donald Trum

Bitcoin’s next major move may be higher, but liquidity has yet to return: Bitfinex analysts

Bitcoin has held above its $63,200 median realized price as Bitfinex analysts identified $67,176 as the breakout level that could raise the chances of an upside volatility expansion. Bitfinex analysts told crypto.news that Bitcoin’s prolonged defense of its median realized…

Aston Villa agree deal for West Ham's Wan-Bissaka

Aston Villa agree to sign West Ham defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka on an initial loan deal with an obligation to buy at the end of the season.

Tour of Britain Women begins under cloud but with hope of stronger future

Women’s peloton returns after death of Finlay Tarling, who died during the Volta a Portugal last weekThe 2026 Tour of Britain Women starts in Cumbria on Wednesday under a cloud after the death of the Welsh rider Finlay Tarling in the Volta a Portugal last Friday.Tarling was in a collision with a non-race vehicle during the race’s eighth stage and, while poli

Former world snooker champion Dott in court accused of child sex abuse

Former world snooker champion Graeme Dott has gone on trial accused of historical child sex abuse.

Fifa sacking 'deeply troubling' - Uefa executive

Fifa's decision to dismiss senior executive Kevin Lamour following his criticism of president Gianni Infantino sends a "deeply troubling message to all of us seeking change", says UEFA vice-president Laura McAllister.

Indonesia Rupiah: Fiscal discipline supports stability – UOB

UOB economist Enrico Tanuwidjaja reviews Indonesia’s 2027 State Budget, highlighting a calibrated balance between growth and fiscal discipline that matters for the Rupiah and local bonds.

Statement on Commencement of Appointment Process for Public Company Accounting Oversight Board Seat

Paul S. Atkins, Chairman

Gold price falls as US yields surge, pressuring bullion

Gold (XAU/USD) retreats on Tuesday as US Treasury yields keep their momentum, while energy prices rise further amid a lack of progress in talks between the US and Iran. XAU/USD trades at $4,364, down over 1.10%.

Even the Queen could not watch - 10 years since Olympic hockey gold

Ten years since Team GB clinched women's hockey gold at the Rio Olympics, BBC Sport looks back at the legacy of that historic win.

Canadian and US negotiators are expected to meet again ahead of midnight tariff deadline

Full report hereCanadian and US negotiators are expected to meet again as both sides make a final push to reach an agreement before US’s midnight tariff deadline, according to CBC News. The latest development adds some hope that diplomacy remains active, but it comes against a backdrop of considerable uncertainty.

'Shrinking' star Jason Segel isn't afraid to share the 'dirty underneath'

"If I have a superpower that I can't take credit for ... [it's] that I'm very vulnerable," Segel says.

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

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

'Profits won.' The child safety trial against Meta kicks off in federal court

Opening arguments are underway in a trial that pits four states against the company that owns Facebook and Instagram. They allege that Meta knew its products could hook kids — and lied about the danger.

Pakistan have pedigree but lack wizardry 10 years on from glorious summer | Taha Hashim

Tourists return to England having won just two of their last 13 Test series amid rapidly changing personnelLast Friday was a glorious anniversary for Pakistani cricket, 10 years on from a 10-wicket win against England at the Oval. Younis Khan, their greatest run-scorer, hit a double hundred.

‘Can’t enjoy your pint’: Wetherspoons customers welcome ban on loud phones

Patrons at two of the chain’s London pubs were all for Tim Martin’s ban on playing music or taking calls on speakerThe terrace of the Moon Under Water Wetherspoons pub in Leicester Square was full of people enjoying the warm weather and chatting between tables – without a TikTok video or speakerphone call in earshot.At Wetherspoons, the convivial atmosphere

Save up to $300 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass until August 21

If you’ve been circling around Disrupt, then now’s the best time to lock in your pass and start getting ready to join the rest of the startup community gathering in San Francisco from October 13-15 at Moscone West!

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD consolidates as bullish momentum fades

Silver (XAG/USD) edges lower on Tuesday, remaining confined within a week-old trading range as bullish momentum softens following the recent rally. At the time of writing, XAG/USD trades around $63.96, down 2.77% on the day.

Ministers are waking up to Britain’s gas supply risks. It’s time for decisions

Despite declining consumption, the country will still need lots of gas in coming years but solutions aren’t forthcomingUK risks running out of gas by 2030s, ministers toldThe penny is dropping in government. Britain, even in rapid energy transition mode, will still need a lot of gas in the years ahead – and needs to know how the gas will arrive.It could hard

Venus Williams given US Open singles wildcard - will Serena join her?

Venus Williams is given a wildcard for the US Open singles aged 46 - and 29 years after she made her New York debut.

O'Neill: Celtic should aspire to win the Champions League

Martin O'Neill believes Celtic should "aspire" to win the Champions League ahead of their play-off round qualifier against Austrian champions LASK.

A two-decade yield high buys the Dollar Index nothing

The highest long-dated US yields in nearly two decades have moved the US Dollar Index (DXY) by three hundredths of a point.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has a term premium problem

A quarter-point Federal Reserve (Fed) increase by December stopped being a certainty over the past eight days, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average is lower for it.

Etched’s valuation doubles to $21B in a month

Jane Street has installed Etched's first shipped AI cluster system, and was so impressed, it led another massive round, the startup says.

Google Is Paying $10 Million to Use Spirit Airlines Data to Train Its AI Models

The bankrupt airline’s internal communications and business records could soon be used to improve Google’s AI systems.

SEC Proposes New Regulation Crypto Assets

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that it proposed new rules, titled “Regulation Crypto Assets,” that would create a clear and fit-for-purpose framework for certain investment contracts involving crypto assets. This proposal follows…

How EiCrypto cloud mining can help BTC, ETH, DOGE, and XRP holders earn $6,700 per day in a sluggish market

Amid subdued crypto sentiment and capital outflows, EiCrypto is promoting cloud mining as a way for holders to generate cash flow from idle digital assets. Cryptocurrency market sentiment has recently been subdued, driven primarily by a breakdown in on-chain liquidity…

Apple overhauls its EU App Store fees, loosens rules for alternative app stores

Apple is simplifying its EU App Store fees, replacing its per-install fee with a 5% commission for apps distributed outside the App Store and making it easier for developers to operate alternative app marketplaces.

Venus Williams given US Open wild card - with another held potentially for Serena

Venus Williams has been given a wild card into the US Open singles draw, and the tournament is keeping one on hold - perhaps in case her sister Serena wants to join her.

Cleveland Fed survey: businesses expect inflation to ease, investment to weaken over the coming year

Full report hereBusiness executives surveyed by the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland expect consumer price inflation to ease slightly over the coming year, while wage growth and employment conditions are expected to remain broadly stable.Executives now anticipate CPI inflation of 3.3% over the next year, down from 3.7% in the second quarter. The decline sug

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

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

Chelsea’s boardroom rift: if Boehly goes who will Clearlake have left to blame? | Sam Cunningham

Despite another reset with a new manager and fresh strategy, the boardroom drama persists at Stamford BridgePerhaps, in hindsight, it was always going to end this way. As some of the world’s wealthiest investors scrambled to find funds after Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine set a series of dominoes toppling that forced Roman Abramovich to sell Chelsea, i

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

Currently serving a 12-year sentence in federal prison, Alex Mashinsky continues to explore legal avenues to vacate his conviction related to activities at Celsius.

Crypto regulation alone cannot solve the institutional settlement gap, says Lynq CEO

An Aug. 19 White House meeting involving at least six crypto and prediction-market firms has brought institutional settlement into focus as Lynq CEO Jerald David warns that regulation cannot make cash and collateral move around the clock.

Peacock raises prices by 18 percent after becoming profitable

Peacock's quarterly profitability isn't guaranteed.

Root's great challenge to finish captaincy story

Joe Root has an unexpected chance to address some unfinished business as England captain, but it is one of the biggest challenges of his stellar career.

Comcast adds motion sensing to millions of its newer routers, with a privacy catch

A new feature added to Comcast's newest routers can detect if there is motion inside your home without needing traditional motion sensors.

Circle still tells users to buy Noble USDC on Coinbase after cutoff date passes

Coinbase warned later Noble deposits may not be recoverable, while its notice left the cutoff’s clock time unspecified. The post Circle still tells users to buy Noble USDC on Coinbase after cutoff date passes appeared first on CryptoSlate.

The United States is about to wake up to the threat from China's space program

One big question: Will China assert territorial rights where its rover explores?

‘Audiences ask to feel my calves!’ The endurance extremists pounding treadmills and pumping pedals at the fringe

How do you keep audiences gripped while cycling 27km per show? From the Australian recreating a Tour de France win to a ‘toxically positive’ spin queen, we meet the acts bringing Olympian fitness to EdinburghBlood and sweat drip to the floor.

Australian Dollar declines from two-month highs as Hormuz tensions lift the US Dollar

AUD/USD trades just below 0.7100 on Tuesday, a touch lower for the day and sliding from the two-month highs reached on Monday.

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

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

Why Apple’s camera-equipped AirPods may not be the ‘pervert pods’ consumers fear

Apple’s leaked camera-equipped AirPods might avoid the privacy pitfalls of other AI wearables by preventing users from recording photos and videos.

Root won't 'rip up' Bazball blueprint as Babar is ruled out for Pakistan

Returning England Test skipper Joe Root says he feels "as ready as any other England captain", adding he has no plans on "ripping up" the Bazball blueprint that preceded his second stint in charge.

Premier League chief says Fifa self-destructed over World Cup plan

Premier League chief executive Richard Masters has criticised Fifa president Gianni Infantino's World Cup sell-off plan, saying the organisation has "pressed the self-destruct button" by delivering "a self-inflicted wound".

Jets' Hall out 2-3 weeks, expected to play opener

Jets starting running back Breece Hall will miss two to three weeks with a groin strain but is expected to be "ready for the regular season," coach Aaron Glenn said Tuesday.

Jeanie contesting family's sale of stake in Lakers

Jeanie Buss is contesting a claim from the rest of the Buss family that they are selling the family's remaining stake in the Lakers to new owners Josh Kushner and Bob Iger.

Falcons sign pass rusher Smith after key losses

Za'Darius Smith has signed a one-year deal with the Falcons to help bolster their pass rush after losing Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. for an extended period.

Agent: Nats' Abrams 'not thrilled' about 2B move

CJ Abrams is "not thrilled" about moving to second base for the Nationals, his agent said, but "his priority is to win games ... and to be a team-first player."

Source: Colts add Allen to bolster thin WR group

The Colts secured a one-year deal with Keenan Allen, 34, a team source told ESPN, confirming multiple reports on Monday, reuniting the veteran with Indianapolis coach Shane Steichen, who spent several seasons with the wideout while on the Chargers' staff.

🎬 Bengals rookie leaves team to pursue acting

Rookie Ceyair Wright -- who starred alongside LeBron James in 'Space Jam: A New Legacy' -- is giving new meaning to dual threat.

Crypto card spending jumps 2.5x to $759m in July

Crypto payment card spending has jumped 2.5 times from a year earlier to reach $759 million in July, supported by nearly 9 million purchases settled mainly through dollar-backed stablecoins. A16z crypto reported the figures using data from Paymentscan, which tracks…

Euro fails to hold gains over the Pound ahead of UK inflation

EUR/GBP slips toward 0.8550 at the time of writing on Tuesday, with the Euro (EUR) unable to hold onto earlier gains against the Pound Sterling (GBP).

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

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

New Zealand Dollar edges lower on US-Iran tensions as RBNZ hike expectations curb losses

NZD/USD retreats on Tuesday and trades around 0.5880 at the time of writing, down 0.38% on the day. The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) remains under pressure as mounting geopolitical tensions between the United States (US) and Iran fuel risk aversion and support demand for the US Dollar (USD).

Fairphone's latest repairable phone is finally available in the US for $650

Fairphone sells components like the USB port and screen, all swappable with a single torx driver.

By a Thread review – soulful circus with a sprinkle of magic

Assembly Rooms, EdinburghEmotional group dynamics and individual skills make One Fell Swoop stand out in the crowded circus genreYou cannot move at the Edinburgh fringe for circus shows. There are so many people in this city who can climb a rope, hang upside down, swing on a trapeze – so how do you make a show special when plenty of other folks are hawking t

Keep your SAT prep on track with practice tests in Gemini.

Google’s Gemini app offers full-length practice SAT tests at no cost. Here’s how to take these SAT practice tests as you prep.

Ask a Scientist: How can researchers use AI to predict a flood?

A Google researcher explains how AI technology like Flood Hub and Groundsource can predict floods and help people around the world.

Maguire: I want to be greedy about winning trophies

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

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

Bluesky says its recent outage was caused by another DDoS attack

This is the latest large-scale DDoS attack to hit the social networking site this year.

Citi to Launch Bitcoin Custody as Wall Street Pushes Deeper Into Crypto

The banking giant plans to let institutional clients hold Bitcoin and traditional assets through the same custody framework.

Infantino ally insists Fifa president still has backing of most football associations

Mosengo-Omba says Fifa’s congress backs InfantinoFecofa president admits he did not support sell-off planOne of Gianni Infantino’s closest allies has said he would “take a bullet” for the Fifa president and is confident that he still has the overwhelming support of its all-powerful congress despite mounting pressure.But Véron Mosengo-Omba, who served as Fifa

Hollie Doyle blog: Constitution River can come of age in Juddmonte International showdown with Ombudsman

Sky Sports Racing ambassador Hollie Doyle runs the rule on day one of York's Ebor Festival on Wednesday, featuring the eagerly awaited clash between Ombudsman and Constitution River.

Returning captain Joe Root aiming to build on best of Stokes era against Pakistan

Root will not ‘rip up’ work of Stokes and McCullum‘Exceptional’ Dan Lawrence praised on Test returnJoe Root says he is not planning on “ripping up” the work of Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum as England prepare to face Pakistan in the first Test in Leeds, on the Yorkshireman’s return to the captaincy.The three-match series is the first since the retirement o

Ford hopes this Hypercar will be its next Le Mans winner

The American automaker returns to the top category of endurance racing next year.

Tarling death shows risks of smaller races - Vaughters

Riders are risking their lives in races where organisers battle huge costs, and cycling's governing body "cannot keep traffic off the roads", according to former rider and team boss Jonathan Vaughters.

NBA Summer Forecast: Which top rookies will reach stardom first?

NBA insiders predict which top rookies will make the biggest long-term impact in their careers and who can reach stardom.

Preseason AP poll reaction: What's next for each Top 25 team

Ohio State opens the year as the top-ranked team, trailed by another Big Ten team, Oregon. The SEC has five teams in the top 10, led by No.

Goldman Sachs buys LCN in deal worth up to $410M

Goldman Sachs has agreed to buy LCN Capital Partners for up to $410 million, adding about $3 billion in commercial real estate assets to its investment management business. Goldman Sachs said in an Aug.

Japanese Yen stays on the back foot despite hawkish BoJ expectations

USD/JPY extends its sideways movement below the 160.00 psychological mark on Tuesday as the US Dollar (USD) struggles to gain traction.

Gauff impresses in win over Li to make Cincinnati Open last 16

No 4 seed and 2023 Cincinnati Open champion Coco Gauff secured her spot in the fourth round courtesy of a 6-1 7-6 (7-3) win over fellow American Ann Li.

D-backs put Marte on restricted list after no-show

The Diamondbacks placed Ketel Marte on the restricted list after the All-Star infielder failed to show up for Monday night's game against the Red Sox.

Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma takes pains to deliver a slasher fan’s dream

Matte paintings—not CGI—warp a world designed to hit a nerve for slasher fans.

Blockchains may finally break their hidden reliance on a ticking randomness clock to keep networks secure

Distributed samplers replace fresh public randomness while a common random string, DDH, LWE, and proof-of-work assumptions remain. The post Blockchains may finally break their hidden reliance on a ticking randomness clock to keep networks secure appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Pentagon weighing a smaller US military presence in the Gulf once the Iran war ends - WaPo

Full report hereThe Pentagon is evaluating whether the damage inflicted on US military facilities during the Iran war should lead to a fundamental restructuring of America’s military presence in the Middle East. While no formal review has been ordered by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, officials say the Pentagon’s policy office, Joint Staff and US Central Co

PL chief Masters: Man City charges verdict 'has taken longer than expected'

Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says a verdict on the alleged charges against Manchester City "has taken longer than expected".

OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens with stronger safeguards

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

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

Peacock is raising prices across all of its streaming plans

"These price changes allow Peacock to continue to create the best experience for its viewers, remain competitive in the marketplace, and deliver unique content across all genres," the company wrote on a support page.

Wetherspoons bans customers playing music from phones in pubs

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

BGP Role model: tracking the adoption of RFC 9234

RFC 9234 lets routers reject route leaks on their own, using BGP Roles and the Only to Customer attribute. We measured who has deployed it, and found two Tier 1 networks unexpectedly stripping OTC.

Metaplanet commits 2,100 BTC to launch US treasury

Metaplanet has agreed to invest 2,100 Bitcoin and $2.5 million in Nasdaq-listed Super League Enterprise, securing a 95.7% stake and creating a U.S. Bitcoin treasury company called Superplanet.

Japan's Metaplanet Plants Its Flag in the US With $132M Bitcoin Treasury Deal

The Tokyo-listed firm will seed gaming media company Super League—to be renamed Superplanet and trade as SUPA—with 2,100 BTC.

Christopher Berry-Dee dropped by publisher after allegations of abuse made against him

Bonnier Books will no longer publish UK’s top-selling true crime author following Guardian investigationThe main publisher of the bestselling true crime writer Christopher Berry-Dee has dropped the author after a Guardian investigation into allegations of violence and sexual abuse against him, which he denies. Waterstones has also removed his books from sale

Cooling UK labour market ‘questions need’ for Bank of England rate hikes; grocery inflation slows to two-year low – as it happened

Youth unemployment down to 16.2% but remains at high level; Brent crude climbs above $91 a barrel as US-Iran ceasefire endsThe retail billionaire Mike Ashley has given the latest indication that his summer shopping spree may be far from over, after he increased his stake in luxury giant Hugo Boss to nearly half. Ashley’s Frasers Group, which last week bought

Canadian Dollar comes under renewed pressure as Trump tariff deadline approaches

The Canadian dollar weakened following a tweet from FOX Business White House correspondent Edward Lawrencethat President Donald Trump spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney about additional tariffs Washington is preparing to impose on Canada.According to Lawrence, a White House official confirmed that Trump and Carney spoke last night, with the discu

Copper: Booming prices face supply risks – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Barbara Lambrecht highlights that Copper prices on the LME are close to record highs, with an unusually large cash–3‑month spread driven by falling LME stocks and tariff-related pre‑emptive buying in the US.

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

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

Hart on Man City's rebuild, Chelsea's opportunity and Arsenal's title defence

The former Manchester City and England goalkeeper believes Enzo Maresca will be given time to build.

X-rays add new twist to narwhal's spiral tusk

New study finds that the tusks have not one but two spirals, twisting in opposite directions.

Euro: Bullish momentum targets mid-1.17s – Scotiabank

Scotiabank strategists Shaun Osborne and Eric Theoret note the Euro (EUR) is resilient around 1.1576, with Germany’s ZEW survey showing improving expectations and a slow recovery backdrop. Short-term EUR/USD technicals are described as bullish, with strong intraday and daily momentum.

British Pound steadies as weak US data counters Iran risk

The Pound Sterling steadies on Tuesday as geopolitical tensions rise in the Middle East, while housing data misses estimates and US Industrial Production decelerates. The GBP/USD trades at 1.3547.

Toyota Finance launches ¥1 billion tokenized bond via Toyota Wallet

Toyota Finance has opened applications for a ¥1 billion ($6.76 million) tokenized bond that pays 1.72% annually and can be bought through Toyota Wallet without opening a securities account. Toyota Financial Services, Toyota Finance, SMBC Group and BOOSTRY said Tuesday…

Patrick Vieira appointed as head coach of Senegal, the country of his birth

Former Arsenal captain succeeds Pape ThiawSenegal reached last 32 of this summer’s World CupSenegal have appointed France’s 1998 World Cup winner Patrick Vieira as head coach, the country’s football federation announced, succeeding Pape Thiaw, who was dismissed in the wake of their World Cup exit.The appointment of Vieira, who was born in Senegal, is a “stra

Atlanta Fed GDPNow downgrades Q3 growth estimate to 4.03% vs 4.31% prior

Full report hereThe Atlanta Federal Reserve’s GDPNow model lowered its estimate for US real GDP growth in the third quarter of 2026 to 4.03%, down from 4.31% on August 14.Despite the downgrade, the latest estimate still points to a strong pace of economic expansion, although we still have a long way till the Q3 advance GDP report in October. The main change

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

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

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

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

Oil: Tight market keeps Brent elevated – TD Securities

TD Securities’ commodity strategy team maintains a bullish view on Oil, citing persistent tightness and Strait of Hormuz tensions.

Vieira named new Senegal head coach

Former Arsenal and France captain Patrick Vieira is appointed as the new head coach of the Senegal men's national team.

MoonPay integrates Cash App Pay for US crypto purchases

MoonPay has added Cash App Pay as a payment method for cryptocurrency purchases, giving eligible U.S. customers a way to fund MoonPay transactions directly from their Cash App balances.

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

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

Which NFL teams are in the best shape for the next three seasons? 1-32 projections for 2027-29

How might all 32 franchises stack up beyond 2026? Our forward-looking ranking factors in each team's future QB, roster, front office and coaching situations.

Ravens icon Brigance dies after 19-year ALS fight

O.J. Brigance, a former Ravens linebacker and the team's longtime adviser in player engagement, has died 19 years after being diagnosed with ALS.

WNBA: Security wrong to ask fans to cover shirts

At least three fans were asked by WNBA security personnel to cover shirts that had messages about transgender women participating in women's sports during Sunday's Fever-Dream game. The league said Monday the fans should have been free to wear the shirts.

Strategy raised $334 million from MSTR shareholders last week — Bitcoin got none of it

Common-equity proceeds funded preferred dividends, buybacks and reserves while Strategy made no Bitcoin transactions. The post Strategy raised $334 million from MSTR shareholders last week — Bitcoin got none of it appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Kane set to begin talks over new Bayern contract

Harry Kane says he is ready to begin discussions with Bayern Munich over extending his contract with the Bundesliga champions.

Football Daily | Infantino wields the axe after Lamour breaks rank inside Fifa’s fiefdom

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British Pound: Soft UK jobs but supportive mix - BBH

Brown Brothers Harriman’s (BBH) Elias Haddad describes United Kingdom (UK) June labor data as soft, with unemployment stuck at 4.9% and private sector regular pay growth slowing to 2.8% year-on-year.

BBCNOW/Bancroft review – McGill is a stylish soloist in Kahane’s likable clarinet concerto

Royal Albert Hall, LondonWith Stravinsky and Copland also on the programme, this was a lively if uneven concertIn their different ways, both Stravinsky and Copland turned to the vernacular to lend authenticity and atmosphere to their ballet scores. Stravinsky incorporated folk tunes and popular song to depict the hurdy-gurdy players and wet nurses of St Pete

‘A feudal relationship’: Stonegate Pub Partners under scrutiny after complaints of tenant mistreatment

UK’s largest pub company with the lowest satisfaction rating accused of entrapping landlords into financial loss situations“We’re pleased to welcome Stonegate Pub Partners as a sponsor for the Great British Pub Awards 2026” read a post on the event’s Facebook page. Within minutes it had backfired.“Must be 1st April again,” said one commenter.

Juventus sign Vicario on loan from Spurs after deciding against Martinez move

Juventus have signed Guglielmo Vicario on an initial season-long loan from Tottenham.

‘Even its loos are on the outside’: hi-tech, inside-out marvel the Lloyd’s building is partying with the public

It has been likened to a monster, an oil rig – and the Parthenon. Now, for its 40th birthday, the astonishing London landmark has joined the Open House festival, to grant admirers a rare look around the insideIn his 2012 book A New Kind of Bleak, the critic Owen Hatherley called it “monstrous, compelling” and utterly messed-up.

Australian Dollar remains resilient near two-month high ahead of Fed Minutes

AUD/USD edges higher on Tuesday and trades around 0.7115 at the time of writing, up 0.1% on the day.

Serena, Venus enjoy 'fun' return to doubles in loss

Serena and Venus Williams played their first doubles match together since the 2022 U.S. Open and lost a thriller 2-6, 6-1 (10-8) to Marta Kostyuk and Peyton Stearns on Monday night at the Cincinnati Open.

Lakers governer Buss contesting siblings' plans to sell ownership stake

Los Angeles Lakers governor Jeanie Buss is contesting her siblings' plans to sell the family's remaining 17.8 per cent ownership stake in the team.

Phyllida Law, celebrated actress and Emma Thompson's mother, dies aged 94

Phyllida Law acted alongside her daughters Emma and Sophie in numerous film projects, in a career spanning eight decades.

Canadian Dollar: Further gains eye 1.35–1.37 against US Dollar - Scotiabank

Scotiabank strategists Shaun Osborne and Eric Theoret report USD/CAD trading near equilibrium around 1.3870, with Canadian Dollar (CAD) fundamentals supported by narrower front-end spreads and firm crude prices. They see investors relatively unconcerned by looming US tariff deadlines.

Play BBC Sport's new Match of the Day Predictor game

Play BBC Sport's new Match of the Day predictor game to test your football knowledge and build up your streak.

Bitcoin Wallet Untouched for 15 Years Suddenly Springs to Life

The address received 8.54 BTC in June 2011 when the coin traded around $14 and stayed silent for 15 years before moving roughly $538,000 in a single transaction.

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

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

Anthro Energy breaks ground on factory that could pave the road to solid-state batteries

Battery materials startup Anthro Energy has broken ground on a Louisville factory to make electrolytes, including those for solid-state batteries.

Warp’s new system is an out-of-the-box software factory for AI development

On Tuesday, Warp introduced Warp Factories, a new infrastructure system designed to make building AI software factories as easy as possible.

Bigfoot Ripped My Dog in Half I Saw It review – Xhloe and Natasha create a monster hit

Summerhall, EdinburghWith physical and vocal agility, the tricksy clown duo trigger an avalanche of misinformation in this feverish treatHere is a show every bit as breathless as its title, stoked by bursts of high-energy 90s chart hits and delivered just as slickly by Xhloe and Natasha. Their physical precision is such that it’s almost as if these camo clow

WTI Oil Price Forecast: Weak trend strength keeps WTI below 100-day SMA

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) holds firm on Tuesday after jumping 3% the previous day. The lack of progress toward reopening the Strait of Hormuz keeps a geopolitical risk premium in energy markets.

Why Sheff Utd are in the High Court and what it could mean

Sheffield United's owners face a winding-up order in the High Court on Wednesday which could have a wide range of outcomes - including a 12-point deduction for the Championship club.

Bezos consortium bought almost 40% of Liverpool

A consortium including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos bought close to 40% of Liverpool from Fenway Sports Group (FSG).

OpenAI launches a safer ChatGPT for teens — years after teens started using it

ChatGPT for Teens adds age-appropriate safety measures, parental controls, and learning tools designed to steer teens away from harmful content — and from using AI to cheat on their homework.

Ikea to take on eBay and Vinted with UK online secondhand site

Platform set to launch later this year will enable loyalty card members to sell preloved Billy bookcases and Poäng chairsBusiness live – latest updatesIkea is taking on eBay, Facebook Marketplace and Vinted with its own secondhand selling site in the UK.The new platform, which will enable shoppers signed up to the Swedish company’s membership scheme to conne

Albon to stay with Williams for 2027 season

Alex Albon will stay at Williams for the 2027 season after signing a one-year contract extension.

Perplexity’s free AI offer left it with millions more users in India

Perplexity's India revenue rose about 60% after the Airtel offer ended for new users, even as downloads declined.

Gold: Price holds despite higher yields – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Carsten Fritsch notes that Gold remains around USD 4,400 per ounce even as US Treasury yields rise back toward late-July levels, decoupling from real interest rates.

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

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

Buss trying to block her siblings' sale of family stake in Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers governor Jeanie Buss is trying to stop her siblings' sale of the family's remaining stake in the NBA franchise.

ABC sues Trump’s media regulator over demand for TV license renewals

Network alleges FCC is trying to send ‘chilling message’ in retaliation for content the administration disapproves ofABC has sued the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), arguing that it is being retaliated against for content-based reasons in a move it warns threatens the independence of the press.The network filed the lawsuit on Tuesday after being for

Trump says there are no talks going on, or scheduled, with Iran; US naval blockade remains in full force

Trump on Truth Social:There are no talks or conversations going on, or scheduled, with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Naval Blockade remains in full force and effect.

Root calls on England to be 'good human beings'

Joe Root calls on his England players to be "really good role models and human beings" at the start of his second reign as Test captain.

WNBA says security was wrong to tell fans to cover shirts about trans athletes at Fever-Dream game

Two fans were wearing shirts with XX-XY messageAnother fan told to cover shirt supporting trans peopleLeague: ‘This should not have happened’At least three fans were asked by WNBA security personnel to cover shirts that had messages about transgender women participating in women’s sports during Sunday’s game in Atlanta between the Dream and the Indiana Fever

UK risks running out of gas by 2030s, ministers told

Government assessment warns of supply shock that could leave homes and businesses without gas within a decadeMinisters are waking up to Britain’s gas supply risks. It’s time for decisionsGreat Britain risks running out of gas in the 2030s despite its growing clean energy sources, unless ministers take “unprecedented” action to guard against a future supply s

Gold expected to trade range-bound despite increasing bets of a Fed rate pause

Gold prices continue to draw support from expectations that the Federal Reserve (Fed) will hold interest rates steady through the remainder of the year after softer US inflation and employment data.

Labour urges Gambling Commission to investigate firms linked to Reform UK donors

Bridget Phillipson writes to watchdog asking it to look into claims Tether.bet and Fispay operated without a licenceThe Gambling Commission has been urged to investigate claims that companies linked to Reform UK donors and allies of Nigel Farage have been operating without a licence.The Labour party’s chair, Bridget Phillipson, has written to the watchdog as

Why did Bitway token skyrocket 100% this week, and can it last?

Bitway token extended its seven-day gain beyond 100% on Aug. 18, trading near $0.37 as reward campaigns drew demand, but overbought conditions and concentrated liquidation levels raised the risk of a sharp reversal.

Ukraine appeals to FIA to overturn Russia inclusion

Ukraine's government appeals against FIA's decision to welcome back Russian and Belarussian drivers.

Apple’s new macOS update reportedly contains a video of AirPods with a camera

A video in a macOS Tahoe release candidate version shows a user wearing AirPods, looking at a book, and talking to Siri.

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

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

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

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

Euro consolidates below two-month high as US Dollar steadies

EUR/USD consolidates losses on Tuesday after pulling back from a two-month high of 1.1614 reached the previous day.

'Prognosis remains guarded' - Serie A's Trepy on ventilator

Serie A striker Yael Trepy will stay in hospital under "pharmacological sedation", but appears to be improving.

US July industrial production +0.2% vs +0.3% expected

Prior was +0.3% Industrial production y/y +1.1% vs +1.1% priorCapacity utilization 76.3% vs 76.3% expectedPrior was 76.1% (revised to 76.2%)Manufacturing output +0.2% vs +0.2% expectedPrior output 0.0% (revised to +0.3%)US industrial activity continued to expand in July. Industrial production increased 0.2% m/m, following a 0.3% rise in June.

Copper: Tariff distortions unwind, prices seen lower – TD Securities

TD Securities analysts describe Copper’s current strength as driven by speculative positioning, tariff-related arbitrage and supply disruption headlines rather than genuine global shortage.

Drought reveals Emperor Nero's bridge beneath Rome's Tiber river

Weeks without rain have caused Italy's Tiber River to fall to unusually low levels, revealing the remains of an ancient Roman bridge near the Vatican. Traditionally known as Nero's bridge, archaeologists believe the structure may actually date back to the reign of Emperor Caligula.

Peter Todd reopens Bitcoin’s 21M cap debate because transaction fees make up just 0.5% of miner revenue

A viral clip sharpened the clash between fee-funded security and the credibility of a fixed supply. The post Peter Todd reopens Bitcoin’s 21M cap debate because transaction fees make up just 0.5% of miner revenue appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Kanye West to become biggest western act to play in Russia since start of Ukraine war

Artist also known as Ye, who has attracted controversy in recent years over antisemitic outbursts, to perform two shows in OctoberYe, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, will perform two shows in St Petersburg this October, becoming the most well-known western star to play in Russia since its invasion of Ukraine four years ago.The artist has attracted c

Reel-ing it in: Meta is paying influencers to promote teen accounts

Tech Transparency Project’s report shows whenever governments mull platform regulations, company recruits influencers to promote its safety featuresIn July 2025, Meta gathered parenting influencers from all over Australia at a waterfront venue overlooking the Sydney Opera House. It was a camping-themed event and in many ways was like any other influencer aff

Microsoft Copilot reveals secret input that allowed it to be hacked

Secret parameter allowed hackers to steal passwords when a target clicked on a link.

Daniel Ek’s body-scanning startup Neko Health opens first US office, in New York

The scanning and bloodwork health startup founded by Spotify's founder will officially launch in New York in about a month.

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

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

MoonPay adds Cash App Pay for crypto purchases by US customers

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

Albon signs one-year contract extension with Williams

Alex Albon has signed a one-year contract extension with Williams to continue driving for the team until the end of the 2027 Formula 1 season.

Bears control the market, XRP falls to $1: How holders can turn the tide and earn $10,000 a day

Rising XRP short positions and declining whale deposits are fueling market caution as holders explore cloud mining platforms such as UE Crypto for alternative returns. Short positions against XRP on Binance continue to increase, while whale deposits on the exchange…

New Zealand Dollar: Market overpricing RBNZ hikes – BNY

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Ferguson shipyard to cut a quarter of its workforce

The state-owned yard on the Clyde will lose 70 of its 283 staff through a voluntary redundancy process as it awaits confirmation of promised new orders.

Brain-breaking sex, bad boys in leather and queer glory: why TV vampires are so intoxicating

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

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

No, you aren’t just getting old: Why teams are turning up the volume at MLB ballparks

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A Cubs-White Sox World Series? Why this could be the best chance since 1906

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Fury teases HUGE fight announcement: 'The one you've all been waiting for' 👀

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Phyllida Law, prolific performer across stage and screen, dies aged 94

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O'Hara's PL predictions - including a Spurs-Arsenal U-turn 😅

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Brazilian Real: Fiscal risks point to weakness against US Dollar - Rabobank

Rabobank’s Mauricio Une and Renan Alves note softer United States (US) inflation and cooling labor data, giving the Federal Reserve (Fed) more time to assess policy.

Morning Minute: PUMP Prints First Golden Cross as Revenue Hits Seven-Month High

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Ireland's World Cup hopes alive after win over NZ

Ireland's women looked no further than the success of the country’s athletes and swimmers over the past 10 days to inspire them to a first Hockey World Cup pool win in eight years.

US July import prices -0.4% vs +0.1% expected

Prior import prices +0.3% (revised to -0.3%)Export prices -1.3% vs +0.2% expectedPrior export prices -0.6% (revised to -0.7%)US import prices continued to decline in July, falling 0.4% m/m after a 0.3% drop in June. The decline was driven primarily by lower fuel import prices, which more than offset an increase in prices for nonfuel imports.July’s decline wa

Euro: Range-bound before FOMC against US Dollar – ING

Chris Turner at ING describes EUR/USD as contained after a rally stalled just above 1.16, with investors cautious due to high natural gas prices and upcoming FOMC minutes. He expects a 1.1520–1.1580 range near term, while higher energy supports ECB hike expectations.

Major Economic Indicators Latest Numbers

Consumer Price Index (CPI): +0.1% in Jul 2026 News Release Historical Data Unemployment Rate: 4.1% in Jul 2026 News Release Historical Data Payroll Employment: -23,000(p) in Jul 2026 News Release Historical Data Average Hourly Earnings: +$0.02(p) in Jul 2026 News Release Historical Data Producer Price Index - Final Demand: unchanged in Jul 2026 News Release

US July housing starts 1.239m vs 1.350m expected

Prior was 1.427m (revised to 1.415m)Building permits 1.443m vs 1.370m expectedPrior was 1.374m US housing data for July was mixed, with building permits strengthening while housing starts and completions declined sharply. The divergence suggests that planned construction remains relatively good, but actual building activity weakened during the month.Building

Ethereum price trapped below $1,920, is $2,000 next?

Ethereum price traded near $1,905 on Aug. 18 as tightening daily and 4-hour ranges placed the $1,920 resistance level at the center of its next major move.

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

Negotiators want a deal to avoid fresh US tariffs - though Canadians are not in the mood to offer many concessions.

US ADP Employment Change 4-week average rises to 9.5K as hiring rebounds

Private-sector hiring in the United States (US) shows tentative signs of improvement in early August. According to the NER Pulse, the weekly companion to the ADP National Employment Report, private employers added an average of 9.5K jobs per week in the four weeks ending August 1.

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

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

Brent: War-linked range trading outlook – BBH

Brown Brothers Harriman’s (BBH) Elias Haddad notes Brent crude has rallied above $91 as the US–Iran Strait of Hormuz standoff persists. Haddad argues crude Oil is driving the war narrative and expects price swings to steer escalation risks.

‘The truth about Diana’: Charles Spencer to publish book about late sister

Earl says he wanted to ‘write down my own thoughts and memories’ with 30th anniversary of Diana’s death ‘on the skyline’Charles Spencer is to publish a book about his sister Diana in September.In the book – titled Swan Song: Diana, My Sister – Spencer recounts the story of Diana’s life and the week of her death. It marks “the first time that Earl Spencer has

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

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

Canadian Dollar remains resilient as Oil strength counters firmer US Dollar

USD/CAD trades little changed on Tuesday as rising long-term US Treasury yields lift the US Dollar (USD), while elevated Oil prices underpin the commodity-linked Canadian Dollar (CAD). At the time of writing, the pair trades around 1.3874, near levels last seen in early June.

ADP weekly NER pulse 9.50K vs 8.25K prior

Prior was 8.25KThere's been some softening in private jobs creation in summer but nothing that's been pointing to deterioration. Taken all the US jobs data together, the labour market picture remains stable.

Half of Aave’s debt sits in just 9% of positions built around one Ethereum correlation trade

Galaxy's Aug. 7 snapshot of Aave V3 Core found 19,073 loans on the protocol after applying standard filters.

European gas: LNG inflows key for prices – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Norman Liebke argues that European gas storage will depend on higher LNG imports over winter, as current inflows of 8 bcm per month would see storages trend toward 0% by March.

Picasso print stolen in broad daylight from Milwaukee gallery found eight years later

A local landlord discovered the stolen artwork while clearing out a vacant apartment and took it to police after an antique dealer recognised it.

Oil prices jump after US-Iran ceasefire expires and Trump threatens Oman

Brent crude rises above $90 a barrel for the first time since 30 July after US president tells Tehran to surrenderBusiness live – latest updatesOil prices have risen again after the two-month window to negotiate a peace deal in the US-Israel war on Iran expired on Monday with no end to the conflict in sight.Iran said on Monday that it would take a more aggre

Gold: Higher-rate risk to keep prices range-bound – TD Securities

TD Securities strategists see Gold supported by doubts over the Federal Reserve (Fed) but with limited near-term upside.

NZD/USD Price Forecast: Kiwi fails to find follow-through above 0.5900

The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) trades lower against the US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday, weighed by a moderate risk-averse sentiment as tensions in the Middle East grow.

Silver retreats toward $65 ahead of Fed Minutes as energy tensions cloud outlook

Silver (XAG/USD) declines on Tuesday and trades around $65.00 at the time of writing, down 1.20% on the day. The white metal nevertheless remains trapped within the consolidation range that has dominated trading for about a week, as opposing forces prevent a clear direction from emerging.

Oil: Hormuz conflict keeps prices elevated – BNY

Geoff Yu at BNY notes Brent crude briefly rose above $91.85 per barrel, its highest in over three weeks, as hopes for a rapid reopening of the Strait of Hormuz faded.

The CLARITY Act won’t move markets. It will move people.

Forget short-term price charts – Washington’s digital asset framework is the legal authorization that conservative wealth managers have been waiting for before they can put trillions to work. Everyone seems to be watching the CLARITY Act for the same thing.…

Chainalysis Sues US Government Over $94.6M ICE Contract Handed to Rival TRM Labs

The bid protest, filed in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, challenges ICE's sole-source award for blockchain forensic tools, pitting the two biggest names in crypto tracing against each other.

Kevin Blake's tips for opening day of York's Ebor Festival

Kevin Blake has three picks for day one of the York Ebor Festival, an afternoon headlined by the Juddmonte International Stakes.

‘The ultimate gamers’ mascot’: Sonic the Hedgehog at 35 – from 2D to 3D to a billion-dollar film franchise

Sonic’s creators explain how the speedy scamp has kept on running through generations as an enduring avatar of ‘attitude in the face of adversity’One day in the early 1990s, I came home from university for the weekend and discovered that my dad had bought himself a Sega Mega Drive, bundled with a copy of Sonic the Hedgehog 2. I knew about Sega’s mascot of co

Bitcoin price reclaims $64K, but leverage raises pullback risk

Bitcoin price rose 1.7% to around $64,200 on Aug. 18 as ETF inflows supported the rebound, but rising leverage left the recovery exposed to a pullback.

Qatar: Iran-Oman bilateral Hormuz agreement needed before US-Iran talks

Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Majed Al-Ansari, said the mediators are waiting for Oman and Iran to reach a bilateral agreement on the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint to almost 20% of global energy supply, before returning to broader United States (US)-Iran talks.

US Dollar: Safe haven status faces debt-market strains – Rabobank

Rabobank’s Senior FX Strategist Jane Foley discusses how rising global bond yields and mounting concerns over United States (US) fiscal discipline are challenging the traditional safe haven role of US Treasuries and the US Dollar (USD).

investingLive European FX news wrap: Markets remain in limbo as US-Iran stalemate extends

Qatar says Iran-Oman Hormuz agreement could clear path for broader US-Iran talksECB policymaker Lane says inflation outlook is highly dependent on US-Iran warGermany August ZEW survey current conditions -61.1 vs -69.5 expectedThe bond market is one of the key spots to watch at the momentUS futures nudge lower on the day, tech shares lead declinesUK labour ma

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

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

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

USD/JPY Price Forecast: Aims to extend rally above 160.00

The Japanese Yen (JPY) underperforms its major currency peers on Tuesday, with USD/JPY trading 0.16% higher at around 159.70 during the European trading session.

Copper: Squeeze deepens on tight supply – ING

ING analysts Ewa Manthey and Warren Patterson highlight that LME Copper has pushed above $14,000/t, approaching record highs as nearby market conditions tighten.

As temperatures get hotter, pesticides are more dangerous to farmworkers

Research shows heat amplifies the dangers of pesticides.

TEXITcoin founder on Texas mining growth, merge mining and regulatory battle

In an interview with crypto.news, Selva Ozelli speaks with TEXITcoin founder Robert J. (Bobby) Gray about the Proof-of-Work network, its Texas mining operations and how merge mining allows TXC to be mined alongside Litecoin and Dogecoin.

Whitechain relaunches as W Group’s distribution-first Ethereum layer 2

Whitechain is relaunching as a distribution-first Ethereum Layer 2 focused on helping web3 projects overcome user acquisition and distribution challenges. Whitechain blockchain platform is relaunching as a distribution-first Ethereum Layer 2 designed to address one of the biggest challenges facing…

South Korea joins more than 30 jurisdictions restricting Polymarket access

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

Whaley earns Walker Cup spot after US Amateur win

Jack Whaley is named in the 10‑man GB&I Walker Cup squad two days after winning the US Amateur Championship.

Qatar says Iran-Oman Hormuz agreement could clear path for broader US-Iran talks

Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Majed Al-Ansari, said the Iran-Oman discussions have become a key step toward restarting the wider diplomatic process. The talks between Tehran and Muscat are focused on arrangements for maritime traffic through the strategic waterway, which has seen a dramatic decline in shipping since the US-Iran war began.He added th

Premier League 2026-27 preview No 14: Liverpool

Andoni Iraola has his hands full – replacing Mo Salah and restoring faith at Anfield – and will hope big name investors bring stability not disharmonyGuardian writers’ predicted position: 4th (NB: this is not necessarily Andy Hunter’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips)Last season’s position: 5th Continue reading...

Bitcoin faces its highest Treasury hurdle since 2007 with $22.5B less crypto credit to unwind

The US 30-year Treasury yield crossed 5.3% on Aug. 17 for the first time since June 2007, the same day Galaxy published a report showing crypto-collateralized lending down more than $22 billion from its peak.

Reach Capital raises $265M Fund V to back AI founders building to ‘expand human potential’

Reach Capital announced Tuesday an oversubscribed $265 million Fund V.

Fairphone is launching its latest repairable phone in the US too

The Fairphone 6+ is a midrange Android offering, but given the increasing prices of consumer gadgets amid the ongoing component shortages, a repairable device that can be made to last for years may prove a good proposition.

Rodri completes Barcelona move as Man City pursue replacement

Barcelona have confirmed the signing of Rodri from Manchester City in a deal worth £65.4m.

Vans, ghosts, sofas and a kiss from Katy Perry: artist France-Lise McGurn and her paint-everything ethos

Tackling grief, time, parties and spaceflight, the Scottish artist uses film stills, magazine ads, family photos and even her own furniture to create a show you can settle into and figure out‘I love parties,” says France-Lise McGurn, “but they’re complicated, and there’s a time when you leave.” Her new show at Dundee Contemporary Arts, called The Charm Offen

Governments’ borrowing costs hit further multi-decade highs as US-Iran peace hopes fade

Bond yields in US, UK, Germany France and Japan rise after ceasefire ends and Trump threatens to bomb OmanBusiness live – latest updatesGovernment borrowing costs in several advanced economies continued to rise to levels not seen in decades on Tuesday, as hopes of an end to the US-Iran war faded.Concerns about the inflation outlook worsened after the ceasefi

Kraken launches US-listed stock trading for EEA customers

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

Gold struggles below recent highs as yields and the US Dollar stay firm

Gold (XAU/USD) trades under pressure on Tuesday, snapping a two-day winning streak as a firmer US Dollar (USD) and elevated long-term US Treasury yields weigh on the precious metal. At the time of writing, XAU/USD trades around $4,382, down 0.78% on the day.

Why Fernandez uncertainty has echoes of Isak saga

Enzo Fernandez's possible Manchester City move is following the pattern of Alexander Isak's transfer last summer - and creating headaches for Chelsea.

What next for LIV Golf? Timeline from big beginnings to uncertain future

The LIV Golf League is ending the 2026 season with its long-term future unclear, having been a dominant discussion point during a turbulent few years for men’s professional golf.

Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD eases below $4,400 as US yields rally

Gold (XAU/USD) shows moderate losses on Tuesday, weighed by higher US Treasury yields and a risk-averse sentiment, which has triggered a mild US Dollar recovery.

DEOD expands its ecosystem as major 24 August catalysts approach: Why crypto investors are watching DEOD

Decentrawood is positioning DEOD at the intersection of AI and web3, with a new exchange reveal, Task AI Agent, and DEOD DAO launches planned for August 23–24. Every crypto bull market has its biggest winners.

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

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

David Squires on … new managers causing a stir before Premier League’s return

Our cartoonist on the nine fresh faces in club dugouts and their potential impact as they begin workBuy this cartoon | Some of David’s favourite worksAnd his latest book, Chaos in the Box: get it now Continue reading...

Einride strikes deal to add 500 Tesla Semis to its fleet

The deal will triple the size of Einride's fleet while sweetening the company's sales pitch for its Saga AI software. The Tesla Semis will be available to customers across North America.

The grueling fight over who profits from AI music

AI can generate songs in seconds. But behind every AI track is a complicated question: Who should get paid?

‘Picky bits’ on the menu as British shoppers snap up picnic food in heatwave

Consumers also turn to supermarket deals to save money, helping slow grocery price inflationBusiness live – latest updatesShopping baskets took on a decidedly summery complexion during last month’s heatwaves as consumers filled up on a British picnic staple: picky bits, and grocery inflation slowed.Spending rose on foods such as potato salad, olives and cole

Blockchain Association urges SEC to drop NMS rules for tokenized markets

The Blockchain Association has backed a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission proposal to repeal two market rules adopted in 2005, arguing that their removal could make it easier for tokenized securities to trade on public blockchains.

Kraken launches 7,000 U.S. stocks alongside xStocks in Europe

Crypto exchange Kraken has launched trading in more than 7,000 U.S.-listed stocks for eligible customers across the European Economic Area, placing traditional shares alongside more than 700 tokenized xStocks and over 600 crypto assets in the same account. The Block…

Swiss Franc: Growing role as funding currency – ING

Chris Turner at ING highlights low volatility weighing on the Swiss Franc (CHF) and Japanese Yen (JPY), with investors increasingly favouring franc funding to avoid potential Yen intervention. Short CHF/JPY is seen as a carry-positive way to express a Yen view.

Fury vs AJ talks enter critical week with New York discussed as location

Negotiations for the Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua fight have entered a 'critical week' with talks ongoing about staging the heavyweight clash in New York.

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

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

Match review – gory and slyly satirical catfishing horror for the age of Hinge

Online dating’s eternal bugbear reaches a horrific apotheosis in this funny, grimy and impishly directed shockerPaola (Humberly González) is a pretty young woman about to turn 30 who hasn’t found herself a steady boyfriend – so, like many people of her generation, she’s on all the dating apps. The algorithm finds her match in Henry, who looks clean cut and k

Premier League to publish verdicts on referee and VAR decisions

The Premier League will publish the judgements of its Key Match Incidents Panel for the first time this season.

Detroit startup Grounded raises $5M to customize electric and gas-powered vans

The company has shifted from making van-life builds to custom outfitting vehicles for small businesses, all while the EV landscape in the U.S. changed dramatically.

Premier League build-up: More ref audio to be released this season

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Premier League build-up: More ref audio to be released this season”.

County cricket: Leicestershire and Middlesex reach One-Day Cup final

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BitBox patches wallet flaws that could install malicious firmware

BitBox has released a firmware update fixing two severe vulnerabilities that could have exposed hardware wallet users to malicious firmware or caused Bitcoin to be locked to an unintended address. BitBox said in a security disclosure on Monday that the…

Euro ticks higher against the British Pound after upbeat German economic sentiment

The Euro (EUR) nudges higher against the British Pound (GBP) on Tuesday, buoyed by positive German economic sentiment figures while, in the UK, June’s employment report failed to convince investors.

Japanese Yen: Bearish bias within tight range against US Dollar – UOB

United Overseas Bank’s (UOB) Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann note USD/JPY’s slight increase in upward momentum after trading between 158.82 and 159.59 still falls short of signaling a sustained advance, keeping intraday price action likely confined to 159.00–159.80.

HTX denies sending suspected poisoning transfers

HTX denied initiating unusual small transfers linked to labeled exchange wallets as it investigates their source and reported account restrictions.

Lorca's latest works found: a love letter cut short by the Civil War and an unpublished poem

Scholars are still uncovering works by the Granada poet and playwright, shot 90 years ago for his politics and sexuality. Two biopics about him are due between 2026 and 2027.

New Lorca works emerge: a love letter cut short by Spanish Civil War and an unpublished poem

Scholars keep uncovering works by the Granada-born poet and playwright, shot 90 years ago by Nationalist forces for his politics and sexuality. Two feature films about him will premiere between 2026 and 2027.

Polymarket’s 20% CLARITY Act odds sit on a market one $100K trade could radically reprice

An anonymous trader on Polymarket holds a No position on the CLARITY Act worth about $414,895, roughly 2.6 times larger than the $160,200 in liquidity currently available on the market where it sits. CryptoSlate's live market data puts CLARITY Act odds near 20% Yes, a number now widely read as Washington's probability estimate for the […] The post Polymarket

Thailand: Middle East shock tests growth – DBS

DBS Group Research economist Chua Han Teng reviews Thailand’s latest macro data, noting Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth slowed to 1.9% year-on-year in 2Q26 from 2.8% in 1Q26, bringing 1H26 growth to 2.4%.

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

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

Silver price today: Silver falls, according to FXStreet data

Silver prices (XAG/USD) fell on Tuesday, according to FXStreet data. Silver trades at $64.97 per troy ounce, down 1.25% from the $65.79 it cost on Monday.

Bitpanda Hit With Europe's First Published MiCA Penalty in Austria

Austria's Financial Market Authority fined the Vienna-based exchange 70,000 euros for procedural and disclosure breaches, an early marker of how EU regulators intend to enforce the bloc's new crypto rulebook.

In Portland, this soap box derby combines downhill speed with extreme pageantry

Soap box derbies send motorless cars down a steep incline. At one event, contestants make their cars look like cartoon characters, subway cars, food, and giant animals (among other outlandish shapes).

The Premier League is back! All 20 clubs assessed

Football hasn't stopped this summer, so to make sure you're up to speed with how every Premier League team is shaping up ahead of the new season we've taken a look at their preparations for the new campaign.

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

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

Euro remains subdued following German ZEW Survey data

EUR/USD depreciates after three days of gains, trading around 1.1570 during the European hours on Tuesday. The pair loses ground as the Euro (EUR) remains subdued following the release of German ZEW Survey data.

Laura Cardoso, legend of Brazilian soap operas, dies aged 98

Her death was confirmed by relatives via the actress's official Instagram. On TV she shone in telenovelas including "Chocolate com Pimenta", "Caminho das Índias" and "Gabriela".

China: Credit-light growth reshapes loan demand – Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered’s Carol Liao and Moriarty Lam analyze slowing loan growth in China despite stable real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and recent reflation.

Strategy faces Chanos $80B Bitcoin arbitrage claim

Jim Chanos called Strategy and Bitcoin an $80 billion arbitrage opportunity, although current market values show a much narrower premium.

'Niu Lai': How is a 'disaster-level' Chinese animated film rivalling 'The Odyssey' at the box-office?

A low-budget and shoddy-looking animated film has emerged as this summer’s most unexpected box-office hit in China. Here’s how ‘Niu Lai’ has transformed online mockery into big bucks and a viral phenomenon.

British Pound trades lower against US Dollar after soft UK employment data

The British Pound (GBP) is down 0.1% to near 1.3530 against the US Dollar (USD) during the European trading session on Tuesday. The British currency comes under pressure after the release of the United Kingdom (UK) employment data for three months ending June.

WTI consolidates below $84.50, two-week top as bullish bias remains amid Hormuz standoff

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) – the benchmark US Crude Oil price – extends its consolidative price move through the first half of the European session and currently trades near the $84.25-$84.30 area, close to a two-week high set earlier this Tuesday.

United States: August inflation profile – TD Securities

TD Securities’ Macro Research team, led by Oscar Munoz and Molly Brooks, projects a stronger US August CPI profile. Headline CPI is seen rising 0.39% month-on-month, with gasoline and food inflation rebounding.

Phoebe Bridgers review – high priestess of ambiguity turns grief Technicolor in intimate church show

Union Chapel, LondonAhead of playing arenas this winter, Bridgers gives her third album, Lost Weekend, a stripped-back UK debut that makes its bewitching songs sound even more astoundingThree days after the rapturous release of her third album, Lost Weekend, Phoebe Bridgers invites 900 people into her bedroom to hear her play some of its devastating songs li

Canadian Dollar receives support from firm oil prices

USD/CAD extends its losses for the fourth successive day, trading around 1.3870 during the European hours on Tuesday. The currency pair depreciates as the commodity-linked Canadian Dollar (CAD) gains support from firming crude oil prices.

Germany ZEW Survey - Economic Sentiment improves more than expected to 34.2 in August

German ZEW Survey - Economic Sentiment arrives at 34.2 in August, beating the estimates of 30.0 and the July reading of 26.3.

The best vacuum cleaners in the UK for hard floors, carpet and pet hair – tested

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Germany August ZEW survey current conditions -61.1 vs -69.5 expected

August current conmditions -61.1 vs -69.5 expectedPrior -77.6August economic sentiment 34.2 vs 30.0 expectedPrior 26.3A good set of positives there as German investor morale is seen improving further going into August. Both the current conditions and outlook indices saw a beat on estimates, with the former being the highest since July last year.

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

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

Laughing on the other side: the fringe shows turning painful breakups into comedy

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Dickovers, baggravation and botiquette: 18 new words to describe our tech hellscape

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‘There was a certain hostility’: how Wet Hot American Summer went from miss to hit

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Dressmaker – a canvas for the creativity of dream dress design

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Google is partnering with the UK on Operation Blue Skies, an airspace-scale, AI-powered contrail avoidance trial.

US Amateur champion Whaley and Poulter's son named in GB&I Walker Cup team

US Amateur champion Jack Whaley has been selected in the Great Britain and Ireland team for the 2026 Walker Cup against the USA.

Many recent grads say AI is making it harder to get a job. Economists aren't so sure

The unemployment rate for young adults with new degrees is higher than the rate for all workers, according to the New York Fed. Is AI the problem, or is it more complicated?

Lankshear on fire for Middlesbrough: Did Spurs just sell the next Kane?

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The bond market is one of the key spots to watch at the moment

If you only got eyes on one asset class this week, there is a good argument that the bond market is one to pay the most attention to.The Fed's recent twist and turn, alongside softer US economic data, may have dampened rate hike hopes for a bit. But as the US-Iran conflict continues to extend for longer, the pressure continues to mount on oil prices and the

US Dollar: Dovish Fed repricing versus strong flows – BBH

Brown Brothers Harriman’s (BBH) Elias Haddad highlights a mixed backdrop for the Dollar, with dovish Federal Reserve (Fed) repricing seen capping US Dollar (USD) rebounds even as foreign demand remains strong.

Fiscal concerns and doubts on Fed independence send US yields to 19-year highs

US Treasury yields keep rising across the curve this week, with the yield for the 30-year Treasury bond reaching its highest level since 2007, during the global financial crisis, at 5.33% so far on Monday.

Solana’s Agave 4.2 goes live: 90% rent cut, 3.3x larger transactions and the road to 200ms slots

Three feature gated upgrades began activating on Solana mainnet the week of August 17. A 90% rent reduction, 3.3 fold larger transactions, and staged slot time cuts from 400ms toward 200ms mark Solana's biggest infrastructure shift since Firedancer reached mainnet.

The stablecoin distribution war: why issuing dollars stopped being the hard part

Open USD launched with 140 partners including Visa, Mastercard and BlackRock. Standard Chartered began rolling out a Hong Kong dollar stablecoin.

The CLARITY Act dropped from 82% to 10% odds: what killed crypto’s best shot at US regulation

Galaxy Digital slashed its passage odds to 10%. Polymarket fell from 82% to under 20%.

The summer of crypto breaches: why your shipping address is now the most dangerous thing you own

Three hardware wallet and broker breaches in a single week exposed 253,487 customers. The common thread is not the companies themselves but the third party vendors they trusted with physical addresses, and a single Metabase zero day that connected two of the three incidents.

Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley tightens hold on Hugo Boss

Frasers Group increases stake in German fashion house to 48%, after buying Harvey Nichols chain last weekBusiness live – latest updatesThe retail billionaire Mike Ashley has signalled that his summer shopping spree may be far from over, after he increased his stake in Hugo Boss to nearly half. Ashley’s Frasers Group, which last week bought the Harvey Nichols

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

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

Brent: Rally extends above $91/bbl – ING

ING strategists Ewa Manthey and Warren Patterson note that Brent Oil has extended its rally, trading above $91/bbl as geopolitical risks and supply concerns support prices.

XRP price slips below $1 as whale activity jumps 280%

XRP slipped below $1 as large transactions rose 280% and Binance open interest increased, while bearish indicators limited its recovery.

Wladimir Klitschko says he is in 'profound shock' following death of ex-partner Hayden Panettiere

In an emotional Instagram post, Klitschko reflected on their time together, writing: “Nothing will erase the times we shared or the place she had in our lives.”

Guardiola’s row with Walker at Manchester City revealed in new Amazon documentary

Amazon Prime captures strain of manager’s final seasonClub chair says Spaniard threatened to leave ‘100 times’Pep Guardiola clashed with his captain and almost broke down in tears as he railed at players during his worst run as Manchester City manager.Guardiola stood down at the end of last season after winning 20 trophies in a 10-year spell at the Etihad St

Jason Arday's rise and fall tells a larger story about academia, a critic says

What can academia learn from Jason Arday's rise and fall? Atlantic staff writer and former academic Tyler Austin Harper weighs the questions his story left behind.

South Korea moves to block Polymarket over gambling concerns

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

Euro: Overvaluation and energy risks weigh against US Dollar – MUFG

MUFG’s Halpenny notes that EUR/USD remains capped near its 200-day moving average at 1.1630 and is 2.5%-3.0% overvalued in the bank’s short-term model.

England begin new Test cricket era with old captain and no Stokes

Who's ready for another reset?

Newcastle complete £30m move for Benfica's Dedic

Newcastle United sign defender Amar Dedic from Benfica for around £30m.

Isak's Newcastle reunion is a chance to start rewriting his Liverpool story

There are reunions for players to cherish. Alexander Isak's return to St James' Park on Sunday will not be that.

South Korea orders Polymarket block over illegal gambling concerns

South Korea has ordered access to Polymarket to be blocked after regulators found that the crypto-based prediction market provides an illegal gambling environment to domestic users. South Korea’s Broadcasting, Media and Communications Review Committee voted on Aug.

AUD/USD Price Forecast: Holds breakout near 0.7100

The Australian Dollar (AUD) trades almost flat at around 0.7100 against the US Dollar (USD) during the European trading session on Tuesday, but is close to its over two-month high of 0.7130 posted on Monday.

Dow Jones futures drop as soaring US yields, US-Iran friction rattle markets

Dow Jones futures fall by 0.25%, trading around 53,410 during European hours on Tuesday. Meanwhile, S&P 500 futures decline 0.52% to near 7,730, and Nasdaq 100 futures slip 0.92%, trading near 29,820.

UK labour market shows further signs of cooling in June

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Bitcoin turned $10,000 into $870,000 in a decade where 87% of active stock funds failed to beat passive rivals

Bitcoin returned 87 times over a decade, while only 13% of actively managed US large-cap equity funds beat comparable passive funds' benchmarks through June 30, according to Morningstar data reported by The Wall Street Journal. That rate rose to 27% over the latest 12 months, and Wall Street has argued that AI-driven dispersion and higher […] The post Bitcoi

United Kingdom: Stagnation with stabilisation signs – Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank’s Chief UK Economist Sanjay Raja notes that while the United Kingdom (UK) economy has exceeded expectations, the labour market remains stagnant, with the jobless rate stuck at 4.9% and payrolled employees falling.

Live updates: Bitcoin tepidly on the rise as stocks slip

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

LeBron James INCHES away from stunning hole-in-one!

Watch NBA star LeBron James miss a hole-in-one by just a few feet! Video credit: @NBA

Canadian Dollar: Fragile recovery tied to US – Commerzbank

Commerzbank FX analyst Michael Pfister highlights that the Canadian Dollar’s recent weakness contrasts with a fragile recovery in Canada’s real economy.

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

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

New Zealand Dollar declines due to increased risk aversion

NZD/USD depreciates after two days of losses, trading around 0.5880 during the European hours on Tuesday. The pair depreciates as the US Dollar (USD) holds ground on safe-haven flows amid escalating geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran.

Waves Turn review – the exhausting, joyful, boring, wondrous realities of new motherhood

Josephine Ahnelt’s gentle but truthful documentary has home-movie intimacy and some incredibly touching momentsAs a piece of art depicting motherhood, Judith Rohrmoser’s self-portrait of breastfeeding sticks two fingers up at the tradition of the Madonna with child. In her painting, Rohrmoser’s baby feeds contentedly, chubby cheeked and sleepy under damp las

Newcastle sign Dedic from Benfica

Newcastle United have signed Bosnia and Herzegovina international Amar Dedic from Benfica on a five-year deal.

DOJ antitrust probe targets a16z over competing AI board roles

The U.S. Justice Department has spent nearly a year investigating Andreessen Horowitz over whether partners at the venture capital firm are improperly serving on the boards of competing artificial intelligence companies.

Warner fined for drink-driving & must fit interlock device to car

Former Australia batter David Warner is convicted and fined for drink-driving following a random breath test in April.

United States Dollar Index extends recovery from two-month low; trades above 99.50

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the Greenback against a basket of currencies, builds on the overnight goodish rebound from the 99.30 area, or the lowest level since June 5, and gains some follow-through traction on Tuesday.

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

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

GBP/JPY Price Forecast: Pound steadies below the 216.35 resistance area

The British Pound (GBP) edges higher against the Japanese Yen (JPY) on Tuesday and extends gains for the third consecutive day, despite the mixed UK employment figures seen earlier on the day.

FREE STREAM: The Transfer Show on Sky Sports News

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Australian Dollar: Upside risk targets 0.7150 against US Dollar – UOB

United Overseas Bank’s (UOB) Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann highlight that AUD/USD strength remains intact after a jump to 0.7129, though overbought conditions should confine intraday moves to a 0.7090–0.7130 band.

Scot Prem latest: Rangers close in on Aston Villa defender

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Scot Prem latest: Rangers close in on Aston Villa defender”.

EU opens door to country-wide crypto bans over Russia sanctions evasion

The European Union has expanded its Russia crypto sanctions to 14 foreign service platforms while creating a country-level transaction ban that could cut EU operators off from crypto providers in jurisdictions accused of repeatedly enabling sanctions evasion. According to the…

Bitcoin price breaks $64K as major altcoins struggle

Bitcoin rose 1.2% above $64,000 as VVV and HYPE outperformed, while Worldcoin and Filecoin led losses across a mixed crypto market.

Is Haaland worth the price? Pick Rogers or Palmer? Five key FPL questions

BBC Sport's team of Fantasy Premier League experts debate some of the new season's big talking points to help you select your team before Friday's deadline.

British Pound: Softer as jobs data cools hikes – ING

ING’s Chris Turner reports a firmer EUR/GBP after UK labour data, with economist James Smith highlighting a cool jobs market and minimal wage pressures, implying little impetus for Bank of England hikes this year.

Shakira and Warren Buffett's son announce rebuilding of schools in Chocó

The Colombian singer will not personally donate the announced one million dollars; the sum will be channelled through Global Citizen and promoter Live Nation, in which she is involved.

Japanese Yen hits drift closer to the key 160.00 level as risk appetite fades

The Japanese Yen (JPY) accelerates its decline as the US Dollar (USD) draws support from a sourer market mood, with investors wary of a re-escalation of tensions in the Middle East.

Could refreshed Odegaard be like a new signing?

The Arsenal captain had a hugely frustrating 2025-26 season despite leading his team to the title - but now appears fit and refreshed.

Ohtani jolts Dodgers with 2 HRs, says knee good

Maybe just as encouraging for the Dodgers as their bats finally waking up Monday night was the status report on Shohei Ohtani's knee after his most recent bullpen session.

Sources: NBA lacks proof Ballmer paid via firms

The NBA has found no evidence showing LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to pay Kawhi Leonard, according to three people with knowledge of discussions between the two sides in recent days.

Wetherspoons pubs ban playing music or taking calls on phone speakers

Chain tells customers to ‘pipe down’ and use earphones instead, calling its venues ‘an oasis of tranquillity’The pub chain Wetherspoons has banned customers from playing music or taking calls on speaker after growing complaints about the noise.The company announced it had introduced the ban across its 792 pubs, saying sounds from smartphones and tablet compu

US Dollar: Carry-supported but rangebound near term – OCBC

OCBC’s Sim Moh Siong and Christopher Wong highlight that still-attractive US Dollar (USD) carry and softer United States (US) data, which have reduced the odds of a September Fed hike, should keep the Dollar rangebound.

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD remains sideways around $65, FOMC takes centre stage

Silver price (XAG/USD) continues to trade in a limited range at around $65.30 during the European trading session on Tuesday.

Circle’s euro stablecoin EURC tops €400 million in circulation

Circle’s euro-backed stablecoin EURC has surpassed €400 million in circulation after its supply more than doubled over the past year as the token gained support across exchanges, payment providers and institutional platforms. Circle said in an Aug.

PCA 1st since 2010 with leadoff, walk-off homers

NL MVP candidate Pete Crow-Armstrong launched two home runs -- a leadoff blast and a walk-off shot -- as the Chicago Cubs authored a 7-5, 10-inning victory over the rival Chicago White Sox at Wrigley Field on Monday night.

Hyperliquid Policy Center backs SEC Rule 611 repeal

Hyperliquid Policy Center and Douro Labs backed repealing SEC Rule 611 while seeking clearer best execution rules for onchain markets.

USD/CAD Price Forecast: Consolidates below 1.3900 as bears await 200-SMA breakdown

The USD/CAD pair struggles to capitalize on the overnight bounce from its lowest level since June 3, around the 1.3845 zone, also representing the 200-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) support, and oscillates in a narrow band on Tuesday.

Ex-Man Utd forward Depay takes pay cut to stay at Corinthians

Memphis Depay waives a reported fee of nearly £3m days after accusing Corinthians of "unacceptable behaviour" over a contract extension.

KuCoin’s new perp rule can turn one funding-rate extreme into 36 hours of hourly settlements

USDT and USDC contracts move from the next period, while returning to four-hour settlement requires 36 stable hours. The post KuCoin’s new perp rule can turn one funding-rate extreme into 36 hours of hourly settlements appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Interviewing José Mourinho: ego, charisma, talent and his ‘rucksack of pain’

Director Joe Pearlman says he expected Real Madrid manager to ‘try to manipulate us’ in making of Netflix seriesEven in the hyperreal world of football, there are few characters more compelling, more polarising, or more everything than José Mourinho, the best and worst of public him on full display in a new three-part Netflix series. “It reminded me how good

From Fenerbahce to Drita: six European ties to check out this week

There will be some familiar faces involved in this week’s European qualifiers as a number of smaller clubs have a chance to make their markFenerbahce v Lyon, Tuesday 8pm Romelu Lukaku is the latest familiar face to rock up at Fenerbahce. The 33-year-old striker is, however, unlikely to be fit for Lyon’s visit to Istanbul on Tuesday – he sat out Saturday’s 2-

US states take on Meta in pivotal trial over child social media addiction claims

State attorneys general allege that tech company intentionally designed addictive products that harm young peopleMore than half of the states in the US have joined together in an unprecedented lawsuit against Meta that goes to trial on Tuesday, accusing the parent company of Instagram and Facebook of deliberately designing addictive products that lured in yo

Forex Today: Mood sours as Middle East tensions come back under spotlight

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Sky Sports and The Fast and the Curious announce new partnership

Sky Sports and The Fast and the Curious have announced a new long-term strategic partnership, ahead of Formula 1's return to action this weekend with the Dutch Grand Prix.

Watch out for Brentford's Sangare - he could be signing of the season

It's September 2024, and Mamadou Sangare has been called up to the Mali squad for the very first time. As is normal in modern football, new players have to do an initiation song while stood on top of a chair.

Ex-Australia star Warner convicted and fined after drink driving

Former Australia batsman David Warner has been fined A$1,500 (£787) and ordered to have an interlock device on his car for 12 months after being convicted for drink driving.

Kanye 'Ye' West to perform in Russia - a first since invasion of Ukraine in 2022

If the concerts ‌scheduled for 10 and 11 October go ahead, the controversial US rapper would become the first major Western music star to perform in Russia since the country launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Brazilian restaurant adapts menus to climate challenges

One of the first restaurants in Latin America to earn three Michelin stars adapts its menus to seasonal produce, using practical, inventive solutions to cope with the growing climate volatility.

What's going on at Cadillac and Haas? F1 Q&A

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the season resumes with the Dutch Grand Prix.

Ethereum devs warn Glamsterdam upgrade could break wallets and gas tools

The Ethereum Foundation has warned that wallets, indexers and gas estimators could break as Glamsterdam changes the 21,000-gas assumption for some ETH transfers, with the upgrade due to activate on the Platåberget testnet on Aug. 20.

Equities: Stagflation fears weigh on US stocks – Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank strategists note that rising oil prices are reinforcing stagflation concerns and weighing on equities globally.

Euro holds gains against British Pound as UK unemployment disappoints

The EUR/GBP cross posts modest gains near 0.8550 during the early European trading hours on Tuesday. The British Pound (GBP) attracts some sellers against the Euro (EUR) following the UK employment data.

Cricket great David Warner decries ‘media onslaught’ after drink-driving conviction

Former Test opener fined $1,500 after failing a breath-test at EasterFuture work opportunities will be affected, says barristerThe former Australian cricket great David Warner has lamented global media attention about his drink-driving offence, suggesting it cost him valuable overseas commercial opportunities.The 39-year-old was convicted and fined $1,500 on

Women’s experiences sidelined in response to Sydney Swans sexual assault allegations | Jack Snape

The AFL’s latest regrettable chapter was handled delicately in some areas, while others initially viewed it largely through a sporting lensSydney Swans chief executive Matthew Pavlich, coach Dean Cox and captain Callum Mills spoke to reporters in the 24 hours after police began investigating an alleged sexual assault at the Pullman Hotel on Monday.None of th

Pep reduced to tears prepping Man City farewell speech in new doc footage

In a new Prime Video documentary series 'A Beautiful Obsession', behind-the-scenes footage shows Pep Guardiola breaking down in tears prepping his Manchester City leaving speech. Video credit: Prime Video

UK pay growth slows as Iran war prompts cost of living squeeze

Unemployment rate remained at 4.9% in the three months to the end of June, ONS figures showWage growth in the UK slowed in June as workers come under pressure from a renewed cost of living squeeze amid the economic impact from the Iran war, official figures show.Figures from the Office for National Statistics show average growth in total earnings, including

Williams sisters lose on doubles return

Serena and Venus Williams lose a thriller at the Cincinnati Open in their first doubles match together for four years.

Temi Wilkey: Lover Girl review – wildly intimate comedy goes to infinity and beyond

Pleasance Courtyard, EdinburghBoth outrageous and tender, this stellar follow-up to Main Character Energy gives new meaning to body languageTemi Wilkey serenades us, asks if we fancy her and wonders if the love of her life could be here right now. The G spot?

British Pound dips to fresh lows near 1.3520 after mixed UK employment data

The British Pound (GBP) extends its reversal against the US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday as June’s UK unemployment data fails to convince investors in an already risk-off market, as tensions in the Middle East rise.

Indian Rupee: RBI inflow strategy recalibrated – Commerzbank

Commerzbank analysts describe how the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) early closure of the FCNR(B) swap window follows strong FX inflows and rising liquidity costs.

BitMine adds 9,926 ETH as BMNR stock gains 3.7%

BitMine added 9,926 ETH, lifted holdings to 5.82 million and repurchased 1.7 million shares as BMNR stock gained 3.7%.

British Pound drops against Yen after UK employment data release

The British Pound (GBP) faces selling pressure against the Japanese Yen (JPY) after the release of the United Kingdom (UK) labor market data for three months ending in June, dropping to near 215.95.

Haaland's main rivals for the Premier League Golden Boot

Erling Haaland will hope for a record-equalling fourth Golden Boot this season - but who could challenge him as the Premier League's top-scorer?

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

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

Euro: Upside bias needs confirmation above 1.1615 against US Dollar – UOB

United Overseas Bank’s (UOB) Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann report that EUR/USD briefly broke above major resistance at 1.1610 to 1.1614 before fading, leaving the Euro in a near-term consolidation between 1.1560 and 1.1600.

'Nothing's eternal' Pep opens up on time at Man City in NEW documentary

In a new new Prime Video documentary, 'A Beautiful Obsession', Pep Guardiola opens up about his time at Manchester City. Video credit: Prime Video

CFTC seeks input as CME targets Oct. 5 compute futures

The CFTC plans to seek public input on AI compute futures as CME targets an Oct. 5 launch for two contracts based on GPU rental prices.

Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 29

Work out the identity of today's player in as few attempts as possible.

Knowles has top flight ambition for Cornish Pirates

TV presenter Nick Knowles believes Cornish Pirates are capable of making the Prem after investing in the club.

United Kingdom Unemployment Rate stays at 4.9% in June vs. 4.8% expected

The United Kingdom’s (UK) ILO Unemployment Rate stayed at 4.9% in the three months to June after reporting 4.9% in the previous reading, data published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed on Tuesday. The data came in above the market consensus of 4.8%.

Indonesian Rupiah holds weak footing ahead of looming BI policy decision

USD/IDR remains in the positive territory after experiencing volatility, trading around 17,900 during the Asian hours on Tuesday. The pair continues to draw support from a weakening Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), driven by cautious domestic sentiment ahead of Bank Indonesia’s (BI) two-day policy meeting.

Giddy up! Stage Coach Mary rides again – in pictures

Using ‘equestrian embodiment’, photographer Ayana V Jackson celebrates great horsewomen who galloped through prejudice• The best of Arles 2026 – in pictures Continue reading...

Ukrainian Lessons by Charlotte Higgins review – when art and war collide

A vivid and hopeful study of how culture endures in the midst of extreme violenceTowards the end of her subtly piercing book about art in wartime, Charlotte Higgins recounts an autumn visit to Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second city, in the north-east of the country, a short drive from the Russian border. In a tranquil park, she sees a man standing in a stream, makin

Australia make big batting change after shock Bangladesh loss

Australia have dropped opener Jake Weatherald after their shock home loss to Bangladesh but retained Marnus Labuschagne for the must-win second Test.

Five in Five: Football quiz No 2

Will you beat the clock by getting all five of today's answers in five minutes?

The bitcoin price level where leveraged bulls could get whacked

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

Your guide to getting the most fun out of college football season

Kiffin vs. Ole Miss and Year 2 of Bill Belichick just scratch the surface of the excitement and chaos ahead.

You're not seeing things. College football games are different -- here's how

Sequencing, fourth down, slow games, fewer points. Coaches explain the changes.

Swiss Franc edges lower as US Dollar rebounds, FOMC minutes in focus

The Swiss Franc (CHF) trades marginally lower against the US Dollar (USD) in the early European trading session on Tuesday, with the USD/CHF pair edging up to near 0.8116.

Breakouts & wildcards - 13 surprise stars for new season

BBC Sport TV and radio commentators identify the players they think could be the breakout stars of the new Premier League season.

Binance plans UK return with FCA license bid: report

Binance reportedly plans to seek FCA authorization for a UK relaunch as Britain prepares to introduce its full crypto regime in October 2027.

Indian Rupee remains weak due to sudden FCNR (B) closure, higher oil prices

The Indian Rupee (INR) trades with caution against the US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday. The USD/INR is close to its fresh three-week high of 95.85 despite potential Reserve Bank of India (RBI) intervention.

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

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

Spice Girls leader Geri Halliwell's Córdoba-born great-grandfather executed after Spanish Civil War

Emiliano Hidalgo, former Republican mayor of Dos Torres, was executed on 27 December 1940 after a Francoist court martial. His 116-page military file reveals the charges that led to his execution.

Geri Halliwell's Córdoba-born great-grandfather was executed after the Spanish Civil War

Emiliano Hidalgo, former Republican mayor of Dos Torres, was executed on 27 December 1940 after a Francoist court martial condemned him. His 116-page military file details the charges that led to his death by firing squad.

Williams sisters lose tie-break thriller in first doubles reunion since 2022

Serena and Venus Williams were narrowly beaten in their first doubles match together in four years during a dramatic first-round tie-break exit at the Cincinnati Open.

Compound approves $52M institutional DeFi program

Compound named a new leadership team and approved a milestone based $52 million program to build institutional lending and RWA products.

WNBA championship odds: Lynx remain title favorites; Aces, Valkyries next

The Lynx remain favorites to win the WNBA championship, while the Aces, Valkyries, Dream and Fever all have shorter than 10-1 odds.

Euro declines below 1.1600 on US-Iran war worries

The EUR/USD pair loses traction to around 1.1575, snapping the three-day winning streak during the early European session on Tuesday. The Euro (EUR) edges lower against the US Dollar (USD) as traders remain cautious about the US-Iran conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Australia swing axe after Darwin disaster with Jake Weatherald dropped for second Bangladesh Test

Opener pays price after scores of 23 and 0 in first Test defeatMatthew Renshaw drafted into 13-man squad in his placeJake Weatherald has paid the price for an underwhelming performance in Australia’s shock Test defeat to Bangladesh, with Matthew Renshaw drafted into a 13-man squad to replace the opener for the second and final match of the series starting on

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

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

Ethereum Foundation warns some tools may break with Glamsterdam upgrade

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

Crypto Ponzi suspect faces 25 charges after deportation

Edward Zimbardi faces 25 U.S. fraud and money laundering charges after Fiji deported him over an alleged $165 million crypto Ponzi scheme.

Burnham is choosing jobs over climate security. That’s a big risk | Gaby Hinsliff

The PM’s net zero pragmatism may please some voters, but as parts of the country go up in flames, it’s an increasingly hard sellWhen the siren sounded on Friday night, my first thought was fire.Weeks of unrelenting sun in the normally soggy Peak District, where I was visiting my mum, have bleached green valleys a dangerously dry, crispy blond. One of her nei

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Rick Baker helped define Hollywood’s creature features with his wild makeup effects skills. From Locarno, he talks Gremlins, his love of simians– and why AI will never replace expert designWhen Rick Baker was 22 years old and laying the first bricks of what would become one of the great Hollywood careers, he travelled to Hatra in Iraq with director William F

Half of homes in Great Britain taking longer to sell than last year amid mortgage volatility

Many buyers wait in hope of better deal, although there are hotspots in Scotland and northern EnglandHalf of homes in Great Britain are taking longer to sell than last year as volatile conditions in the mortgage market amid the Iran war prompt buyers to “wait and see” if they can get a better deal, according to a report.As the Middle East conflict continues

Chepstow, Lingfield and Wolverhampton host today's live racing action

Don't miss a minute from Chepstow, Lingfield and Wolverhampton - live on Sky Sports Racing.

How can Hamilton and Ferrari turbocharge a title challenge?

Lewis Hamilton prepares to resume the 2026 Formula 1 season as Kimi Antonelli's nearest points challenger in the Drivers' Championship, but what do the seven-time champion and the Ferrari team need to do if that mid-season position is going to translate into a full-on title push?

Rugby's greatest rivalry? The history of All Blacks vs Springboks

In 2026 there is no Rugby Championship, but there is a throwback-type tour which sees New Zealand's All Blacks visit South Africa for eight matches, including four Tests against the Springboks, live on Sky Sports.

Farcaster seeks new operator seven months after sale

Neynar is seeking a new operator for Farcaster and Clanker less than seven months after acquiring the decentralized social protocol.

Sources: Saints WR Tyson may miss next 2 months

New Orleans Saints rookie wide receiver Jordyn Tyson, 22, the No. 8 pick out of Arizona State who injured his hamstring in a practice last week, could miss the next two months, sources told Ian Rapoport and Mike Garofolo of the NFL Network on Monday.

Australian Dollar bulls seem hesitant near 0.7100 as USD recovers from two-month low

The AUD/USD pair turns lower following a modest Asian session uptick on Tuesday, awaiting a break below the 0.7100 mark before extending the previous day's retracement from the highest level since June 5.

EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Rises to near 185.00 after breaking above 50-day EMA

EUR/JPY extends its winning streak for the fourth successive day, trading around 184.80 during the Asian hours on Tuesday.

Jane Street reports over $1B in Bitcoin ETF shares

Jane Street reported over $1 billion in U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF shares, including roughly $828 million in BlackRock’s IBIT at June 30.

India Gold price today: Gold falls, according to FXStreet data

Gold prices fell in India on Tuesday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

Bitcoin climbs above $64,000 while most majors slip

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

AUD/JPY Price Forecast: Strengthens to near 113.50, near-term outlook remain constructive

The AUD/JPY cross trades in positive territory around 113.40 during the early European trading hours on Tuesday. The Japanese Yen (JPY) weakens against the Australian Dollar (AUD) amid mounting fiscal concerns and persistent inflationary pressures.

Williams sisters come unstuck in Cincinnati in first doubles outing together since 2022

Marta Kostyuk and Peyton Stearns beat American pair 6-2, 1-6, 10-8Serena and Venus enjoy ‘fun’ on-court reunion despite defeatOne game into the family ­reunion of the decade, Venus ­Williams launched herself inside the ­baseline in her single-minded pursuit of a puffball second serve. For a brief moment the Cincinnati Open was transported back 15 years.

Karabell's 'Do Draft' list: Henry, Mahomes among undervalued players to pick

You've read the "Do Not Draft" list. Now, Eric Karabell lists players being drafted later than they should be.

Blockchain Association urges SEC to drop 2 trading rules

The Blockchain Association urged the SEC to repeal two Regulation NMS rules it says could obstruct tokenized securities markets.

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

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

WTI Price Forecast: Bulls retain near two-week top, above $84.00 and 38.2% Fibo.

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) – the benchmark US Crude Oil price – enters a bullish consolidation phase after hitting an over two-week high during the Asian session on Tuesday and currently trades around the $84.20 region.

Ripple signs first Korean regional bank payments deal

Ripple partnered with Jeonbuk Bank to provide near real time cross border settlement for South Korean businesses using Ripple Payments.

Theban tomb reveals how Egyptian burial trends evolved in time

Practices shifted from individuals buried in coffins to reusing sites for later mummy interments.

Top economists urge Burnham to sign UK up to UN initiative on global inequality

Open letter signed by 40 academics including Nobel winner Joseph Stiglitz and Kate Pickett, co-author of The Spirit Level Forty prominent progressive academics are urging Andy Burnham’s government to join a new global push to tackle inequality.The experts include Nobel winner Joseph Stiglitz, University College London professor Mariana Mazzucato, vice-chance

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Robot helpers and flying houses: Edinburgh fringe tips for families

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Democracy v the machine: the birth of the digital age and the warnings that were ignored

Many hoped that the march of technology would usher in an egalitarian utopia – but some foresaw the threat it would pose to liberal society. Why did nobody listen?One of the stranger things about this dizzying, headlong moment in time is that it doesn’t have much of a past.

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Indian rupee intervention returns as USD/INR hovers near all-time highUKMTO report a vessel hit by a projectile while sailing out of the Strait of Hormuz.Analysts say that a surprise China LPR cut cannot be ruled out this weekBHP CEO plays down Canada uranium talk, stays focused on four pillarsWestpac says dollar's structural headwinds outweigh recent resili

Gold sticks to losses below $4,400 as USD recovers further from two-month low

Gold (XAU/USD) remains depressed below the $4,400 mark through the first half of the European session on Tuesday, snapping a two-day winning streak amid a broadly firmer US Dollar (USD).

Payward taps Claude Mythos 5 for crypto security

Payward joined Anthropic’s Project Glasswing and plans to use Claude Mythos 5 to scan its environments for software vulnerabilities.

UKMTO reports incident in the Strait of Hormuz — Reuters

The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said that it has received a report of an incident in the Strait of Hormuz, Reuters reported on Tuesday.

Japanese Yen remains near two-week low against US Dollar despite hawkish BoJ bets

The Japanese Yen (JPY) trades close to its two-week low against the US Dollar (USD) in the Asian trading session on Tuesday at around 159.50. The USD/JPY pair is under pressure even as financial markets are confident about a Bank of Japan (BoJ) interest rate hike in the September meeting.

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

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

Jeanie Buss reportedly attempting to halt her siblings’ attempt to sell remaining stake in Lakers

Jeanie Buss wants to remain as controlling ownerFamily were set to sell stake to Bob Iger and Josh KushnerJeanie Buss is reportedly challenging her siblings’ attempt to sell the family’s remaining stake in the Los Angeles Lakers.Hours after the Buss family released a statement revealing their ⁠intention to sell their 17.8% ownership of the franchise to Bob I

United States Dollar Index holds ground on safe-haven demand

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the US Dollar (USD) against six major currencies, is inching higher after three days of losses and trading around 99.60 during the Asian hours on Tuesday.

New Zealand Dollar edges lower below 0.5900 as China’s economy slows in July

The NZD/USD pair declines to around 0.5895 during the Asian trading hours on Tuesday. Weaker-than-expected Chinese Retail Sales and Industrial Production data weigh on the China-proxy New Zealand Dollar (NZD) against the US Dollar (USD).

Miller in fold, Jones, Cowboys willing to add more

Dallas owner and general manager Jerry Jones was thrilled to land veteran pass rusher Von Miller on his defense Sunday with a one-year deal, but he told reporters Monday that if another move were to surface, the Cowboys will be ready to add.

Prof. charged with accessing private horse info

Marshall Gramm, a college professor and noted bettor, has been charged with accessing confidential horse health information. He faces a lifetime ban.

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD falls to near $65.50 amid US-Iran peace uncertainty

Silver price (XAG/USD) declines after two days of gains, trading around $65.60 per troy ounce during the Asian hours on Tuesday.

Canadian Dollar holds near early June high as rising oil prices offset modest USD strength

The USD/CAD pair struggles to build on the overnight bounce from the 200-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) support near the 1.3845 region, or the lowest level since June 3, and is seen consolidating during the Asian session on Tuesday.

ING says heavy tone in Treasuries has further to run as truce lapses

The headline foreign holdings decline, Japan, the UK and China all trimming positions, sits alongside a messier picture on the transaction side, where June showed a modest $6.8 billion net inflow on one measure even as ING's TIC-based read shows a $72 billion net liquidation by foreign holders, underscoring how volatile and measure-dependent this data series

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

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

British Pound gathers strength to near 1.3550 as Fed hike bets fade, UK jobs data loom

The GBP/USD pair gains momentum to around 1.3550 during the early Asian trading hours on Tuesday. The US Dollar (USD) softens against the British Pound (GBP) as cooler US inflation data have prompted traders to reduce bets on a US Federal Reserve (Fed) rate hike.

Australian consumer sentiment rises 6% to 88.9 but stays deep in pessimism

The composition of the gain matters more than the headline 6% rise, since it was concentrated almost entirely among mortgage holders and emerged only after the RBA's 11 August hold decision, with pre-decision responses barely changed from July. That points to a relief reaction tied specifically to the rate outcome rather than a genuine broad-based improvemen

PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7905 vs. 6.7873 previous

The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) sets the USD/CNY central rate for the trading session ahead on Tuesday at 6.7905 compared to the previous day's fix of 6.7873 and 6.7452 Reuters estimate.

Euro flat lines below two-month high as oil-driven inflation fears support USD

The EUR/USD pair holds steady around the 1.1575-1.1580 region during the Asian session on Tuesday and, for now, seems to have stalled the previous day's modest pullback from a two-month top.

Australian Dollar gains as US Dollar struggles amid fading Fed rate hike bets

AUD/USD extends its gains for the third successive day, trading around 0.7110 during the Asian hours on Tuesday. The currency pair continues to appreciate as the US Dollar (USD) remains subdued amid fading expectations for further rate hikes by the Federal Reserve (Fed).

China unveils nine-department plan to boost county-level consumption

The scope of the initiative, spanning market infrastructure, retail licensing, brand penetration, and service parity between urban and rural areas, signals Beijing continuing to lean on domestic demand policy to offset the weaker external and property-driven growth channels that have constrained the broader economy. County-level and lower-tier markets repres

WTI flatlines near $84.00 as Trump rejects truce extension

West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the US crude oil benchmark, is trading around $84.00 during the early Asian trading hours on Tuesday. WTI steadies as traders continue to assess the developments surrounding Middle East conflicts.

Anthropic’s annualized revenue surges to $65B

The model maker added $18 billion in annualized revenue in two months.

US President Donald Trump says not seeking extension of Iran MOU

US President Donald Trump said that he is not interested in renewing the expiring agreement with Iran, Bloomberg reported on Monday.

Gold gains momentum above $4,400 as softer US data dampens Fed hike odds

Gold price (XAU/USD) edges higher to near $4,415 during the early Asian session on Tuesday. The precious metal extends its upside amid fading expectations for further US Federal Reserve (Fed) rate hikes.

Yankees shift course, to activate Rodon vs. O's

Carlos Rodon will come off the injured list and start at Baltimore on Tuesday in a change of plans for the Yankees.

Source: Cubs' Swanson (oblique) out 4-6 weeks

Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson has a Grade 2 oblique strain and is expected to miss four to six weeks, a source told ESPN.

Sources: Jeanie out as Busses sell stake in Lakers

The Buss family has decided to sell its remaining ownership stake in the Lakers, meaning Jeanie Buss will no longer remain governor of the team.

LIV cancels Michigan stop, to end season in Indy

LIV Golf has canceled its individual and team championship in Michigan later this month, meaning this week's event near Indianapolis is the final one of the season.

Ohio State, Oregon start 1-2 in AP preseason poll

Ohio State and Oregon were 1-2 in the AP Top 25, giving the Big Ten Conference the top two teams in the preseason rankings for the first time in 65 years.

Heupel's Volunteers land 2028 4-star QB Craft

The Tennessee Volunteers landed a quarterback for the future Monday, securing a commitment from four-star prospect Kaden Craft, ESPN's No. 3 dual-threat passer in the 2028 cycle who is a 20-game starter at North Carolina's Lake Norman High School.

Australian Dollar climbs as the Greenback falls on soft US data

The Aussie Dollar trades near two-month highs of 0.7129, supported by a weaker US Dollar, amid a scarce economic docket in the US, following last week’s softer Retail Sales data. The AUD/USD trades at 0.7106, up 0.32%.