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Pope Leo warns AI could lead to losing 'humanity amid a paradise of machines' in Paris – video
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

Pope Leo warns AI could lead to losing 'humanity amid a paradise of machines' in Paris – video

Pontiff continues to decry the rise of AI on his visit to France, stressing the importance of retaining 'ethical discernment' in an age when rapidly advancing technology threatens to undermine humanity Europe live Pope Leo warns of AI threat to humanity at start of three-day France visit

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Healey appoints Labour manifesto writer, adding to election speculation
BusinessThe Guardian Business

Healey appoints Labour manifesto writer, adding to election speculation

Exclusive: Economist Ravinder Athwal, who worked in Keir Starmer’s team, is poached from Flint Global Business live – latest updates Ravinder Athwal, the economist who wrote Labour’s 2024 manifesto, is taking on a senior role as an adviser to John Healey, in a move likely to fuel speculation about an early general election. The…

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
Jumper sets Sep. 29 date for JUMP token sale on Legion
CryptoCrypto News

Jumper sets Sep. 29 date for JUMP token sale on Legion

Jumper has scheduled its JUMP token sale on Legion for Sep. 29 at 13:00 UTC, with the three-day offering set to close on Oct.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Meta is putting its muscle behind Muse as the AI app takes off
TechnologyTechCrunch

Meta is putting its muscle behind Muse as the AI app takes off

Muse is topping the app store charts and adding users at a rapid clip, while Meta ramps up the personal AI agents's promotion across its own apps and beyond.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Bitcoin price tests $83K support as 4-hour MACD turns bearish
CryptoCrypto News

Bitcoin price tests $83K support as 4-hour MACD turns bearish

Bitcoin price fell to about $83,450 on Sep. 25 after a rally above $87,000 earlier in the week gave way to a narrower trading range.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Trump told Xi Jinping that China helping Iran is ‘unacceptable’, official says – live
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

Trump told Xi Jinping that China helping Iran is ‘unacceptable’, official says – live

Xi is expected to depart DC after touring the nation’s vault of records, where the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights are held Sign up for US Breaking News emails Xi Jinping and his wife are back at the White House for the final day of the Chinese president’s pageantry-filled visit to…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
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Tehran describes talks atmosphere as increasingly positive - report
ForexInvestingLive

Tehran describes talks atmosphere as increasingly positive - report

Al Jazeera's bureau chief in Tehran, Nourddine Dgheir, citing sources in the city, says the atmosphere around talks is increasingly positive. He writes that Iran-U.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Pope Leo warns of AI threat to humanity at start of three-day France visit
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

Pope Leo warns of AI threat to humanity at start of three-day France visit

Pontiff says artificial intelligence must remain at service of people in first official papal visit to country in 18 years Pope Leo has warned against losing humanity in a “paradise of machines” as he addressed global concerns over the dangers of artificial intelligence at the start of a three-day visit to France. “If we are to…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Xi: US-China relationship will be one of strategic stability based on respect, fairness and reciprocity
ForexInvestingLive

Xi: US-China relationship will be one of strategic stability based on respect, fairness and reciprocity

Xi: Agreed with Trump to add new substance to US-China relationship Trump on China: We've made tremendous strides for both countries in meetings We will be speaking a lot It's not like we're breaking any new ground here but this is a nice departure from the constant China fighting that has characterized much of Trump's tenure…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Crypto Biz: Wall Street and crypto fight for the same turf
CryptoCointelegraph

Crypto Biz: Wall Street and crypto fight for the same turf

Stablecoins and tokenized assets are pushing banks, exchanges and crypto companies into the same markets, from payments to stocks and ETFs.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Anthropic’s founders seek voting control ahead of IPO
TechnologyTechCrunch

Anthropic’s founders seek voting control ahead of IPO

Anthropic is asking its shareholders to approve a structure that would give its seven co-founders a combined 50.1% of the vote on most corporate matters.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Circle Foundation funds UNDP, WFP stablecoin payment trials
CryptoCrypto News

Circle Foundation funds UNDP, WFP stablecoin payment trials

Circle Foundation has announced two grants to help the United Nations Development Programme and World Food Programme test digital payments for development work and humanitarian aid. Circle Foundation said in its Sep.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
British Pound finds relief as USD pauses, but inflation risks linger
ForexFXStreet

British Pound finds relief as USD pauses, but inflation risks linger

The Pound Sterling (GBP) trims some of its weekly losses, gaining over 0.18% against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday as the Greenback takes a breather, even as US Treasury yields continue to rise.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Crypto tax forms leave 1 in 5 US investors unsure of accuracy
CryptoCrypto News

Crypto tax forms leave 1 in 5 US investors unsure of accuracy

A survey of US crypto investors has found that about one in five who filed or planned to file a tax extension received an incomplete 1099-DA or were unsure whether the form matched their trades. Awaken Tax’s August survey found…

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Canadian Dollar: Undervalued near 1.41 against US Dollar – Scotiabank
ForexFXStreet

Canadian Dollar: Undervalued near 1.41 against US Dollar – Scotiabank

Scotiabank strategists Shaun Osborne and Eric Theoret note that the Canadian Dollar (CAD) is flat versus the US Dollar (USD) and lagging most G10 peers. They highlight that wider US–Canada yield spreads have weighed on the CAD, but see the move as stretched.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
OpenAI hack on Australian government reveals anxiety at heart of global artificial intelligence dilemma
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

OpenAI hack on Australian government reveals anxiety at heart of global artificial intelligence dilemma

As the UN warns traditional safeguards are ‘unravelling’, Donald Trump says he will encourage, not restrain, the AI race When the Australian prime minister, Anthony Albanese, sat down for an interview in the heart of Silicon Valley at the weekend he had known for two days that his was the first government known to have been…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
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Aave V4 adds Coinbase tokenized stocks, will AAVE price respond?
CryptoCrypto News

Aave V4 adds Coinbase tokenized stocks, will AAVE price respond?

Aave has announced a Base equities market designed to accept seven Coinbase-issued tokenized stocks as collateral for USDC loans, with an initial borrowing cap of $21 million. According to a Sep.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
‘Major milestone’: TfL to launch new public bus operator in London
BusinessThe Guardian Business

‘Major milestone’: TfL to launch new public bus operator in London

Buses for London aims for ‘greener, safer and better-value’ service but private operators say move will not fix problems London buses in decline? Why public transport is slowing to a crawl – visualised A publicly owned company, Buses for London, will start running services in the capital next year, Transport for London has…

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
Sequans ends Bitcoin strategy after selling its remaining BTC
CryptoCrypto News

Sequans ends Bitcoin strategy after selling its remaining BTC

Sequans Communications has sold its remaining 314 Bitcoin and fully exited its BTC treasury strategy after using earlier sales to cut debt and reshape its balance sheet. Sequans said on Sept.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Euro: Correction seen near key averages against US Dollar – Societe Generale
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Euro: Correction seen near key averages against US Dollar – Societe Generale

Societe Generale’s Morning Briefing reports EUR/USD traded between 1.1359 and 1.1387 overnight and is on course for a second weekly drop. The defence of the 100‑week moving average at 1.1356 and oversold technicals suggest the correction may have run its course for now.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
US crypto ETFs draw over $3 billion this week, with nearly $800 million flowing beyond Bitcoin
CryptoCryptoSlate

US crypto ETFs draw over $3 billion this week, with nearly $800 million flowing beyond Bitcoin

US crypto exchange-traded funds have pulled in more than $3 billion this week as fresh demand spread beyond Bitcoin into Ethereum and altcoin products. Spot ETFs tracking Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP and Zcash recorded about $3.04 billion of combined net inflows from Monday through Thursday, according to SoSoValue data.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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NSW crackdown on ‘AI-doctored’ real estate listings hits mural-covered wall
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

NSW crackdown on ‘AI-doctored’ real estate listings hits mural-covered wall

Apartment with strange view singled out in government’s fight against deceptive ads – but real estate agent says photo is no fake Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast The New South Wales government’s crackdown on “AI-doctored” rental listings has hit a wall, after it made an example of a supposedly…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Ricursive Intelligence’s Anna Goldie and Azalia Mirhoseini on when AI starts designing its own hardware
BusinessTechCrunch Startups

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Ricursive Intelligence’s Anna Goldie and Azalia Mirhoseini on when AI starts designing its own hardware

At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, Ricursive Intelligence co-founders Anna Goldie and Azalia Mirhoseini will take the Disrupt Stage to discuss closing the loop between AI and chip development. Save up to $200 on your pass before today ends.

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
It’s going to take more than an email to a public inbox to protect Australians from potential AI doom
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

It’s going to take more than an email to a public inbox to protect Australians from potential AI doom

OpenAI’s hack of Medicare suggests safeguarding civilisation is the task facing leaders in this extraordinary new era Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast More than 130 world leaders descended on the United Nations headquarters in New York this week, joining the pageantry and speechmaking of the annual…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Euro set for third weekly decline as hawkish Federal Reserve outlook weighs
ForexFXStreet

Euro set for third weekly decline as hawkish Federal Reserve outlook weighs

EUR/USD edges higher on Friday as the US Dollar (USD) pauses after a strong weekly rally, allowing the Euro (EUR) to recover some ground. However, the pair remains on track for a third consecutive weekly decline.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Tokenization is moving faster than Washington
CryptoCoinDesk

Tokenization is moving faster than Washington

Regulatory clarity is not simply a legal or political issue, argues former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. It is an economic one.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
Australian Dollar: RBA hike expectations shape outlook – ING
ForexFXStreet

Australian Dollar: RBA hike expectations shape outlook – ING

ING economists Deepali Bhargava and Lynn Song expect the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to raise rates by 25bp, citing a still-hot economy, tight labour market conditions and upside surprises in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and inflation.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Polygon payment channels hit 11 million updates per second across 25 hubs
CryptoCrypto News

Polygon payment channels hit 11 million updates per second across 25 hubs

Polygon has tested a new agent payment system that processed more than 11 million verified payment updates per second across 25 hubs while keeping final settlement anchored to Polygon Chain. Polygon Labs said the benchmark used agent pay channels designed…

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
US Dollar: Yields support Greenback strength – OCBC
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US Dollar: Yields support Greenback strength – OCBC

OCBC strategists Sim Moh Siong and Christopher Wong highlight that resilient US data, sticky inflation and elevated energy prices are pushing US Treasury yields higher and supporting the US Dollar.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Major Economic Indicators Latest Numbers
EconomyU.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Major Economic Indicators Latest Numbers

Consumer Price Index (CPI): +0.4% in Aug 2026 News Release Historical Data Unemployment Rate: 4.1% in Aug 2026 News Release Historical Data Payroll Employment: +162,000(p) in Aug 2026 News Release Historical Data Average Hourly Earnings: +$0.10(p) in Aug 2026 News Release Historical Data Producer Price Index - Final Demand…

Why it mattersThe update offers a fresh signal on company quality, cash flow and how investors may price future growth.
September final UMich consumer sentiment 48.1 vs 47.6 expected
ForexInvestingLive

September final UMich consumer sentiment 48.1 vs 47.6 expected

Prelim was 47.8 Prior was 51.7 Current conditions 50.9 vs 50.9 prelim (51.9 prior) Expectations 46.3 vs 45.8 prelim (51.5 prior) One-year inflation expectations 4.6% vs 4.6% prelim (prior 4.0%) Five-year inflation expectations 3.4% vs 3.4% prelim (prior 3.4%) These 'beat' the consensus but these are thinly-forecast indicators…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Mexican Peso: Banxico stance keeps bar high for hikes – BBH
ForexFXStreet

Mexican Peso: Banxico stance keeps bar high for hikes – BBH

Brown Brothers Harriman’s (BBH) Elias Haddad reports that Banxico left its policy rate at 6.50% for a third consecutive meeting and removed prior guidance to keep it fixed, while stressing it does not need to match expected Federal Reserve hikes.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Euro: Credibility restored supports Dollar – Commerzbank
ForexFXStreet

Euro: Credibility restored supports Dollar – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Thu Lan Nguyen notes that the Fed’s unanimous September rate hike has temporarily restored its credibility and supported the Dollar, prompting a lower EUR/USD year-end forecast to 1.15 from 1.17.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
CryptoCointelegraph

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.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Canadian Dollar set for third weekly decline despite pullback in US Dollar
ForexFXStreet

Canadian Dollar set for third weekly decline despite pullback in US Dollar

USD/CAD trades little changed on Friday as the US Dollar (USD) pulls back slightly after a strong rally this week. The pause in the Greenback and Treasury yields has offered little relief to the Canadian Dollar (CAD), leaving it on track for a third consecutive weekly decline.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Exchanges reporting crypto gains to IRS becomes tax nightmare
CryptoCointelegraph

Exchanges reporting crypto gains to IRS becomes tax nightmare

The IRS can now see your crypto gains, but has no idea about the cost-basis. That’s proving to be a big headache for some cryptocurrency investors.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
US Dollar: Back-end yields support USD consolidation – ING
ForexFXStreet

US Dollar: Back-end yields support USD consolidation – ING

ING strategists Francesco Pesole and Frantisek Taborsky note that rising back-end yields and risk-off sentiment are helping consolidate recent Dollar gains, even if they look stretched versus short-term fundamentals.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Agents can now set up your website’s security with Turnstile Spin
TechnologyCloudflare Blog

Agents can now set up your website’s security with Turnstile Spin

Misconfiguring Turnstile by skipping backend validation leaves sites exposed to bots. Turnstile Spin fixes incomplete setups by using your preferred AI coding agent to wire up server-side verification.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
US August durable goods orders 0.0% vs -0.4% expected
ForexInvestingLive

US August durable goods orders 0.0% vs -0.4% expected

Prior was +1.1% Ex-transport +0.3% vs +0.6% expected Prior ex-transport +0.4% Ex-defense +0.1% vs +1.3% prior Non-defense capital goods orders ex-air +1.6% vs +0.5% expected Prior +0.2% The big data point this week was the S&P Global PMI that showed an accelerating US economy. The headline here is flat but the core orders…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Swedish Krona: Riksbank facing delayed inflation rebound – Commerzbank
ForexFXStreet

Swedish Krona: Riksbank facing delayed inflation rebound – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Michael Pfister and Norman Liebke describe how Swedish government tax and fuel measures have temporarily suppressed inflation, keeping the Riksbank on hold at 1.75% with hikes only expected late in the year.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
SlowMist has yet to confirm crypto theft from iPhone Safari attack
CryptoCointelegraph

SlowMist has yet to confirm crypto theft from iPhone Safari attack

The analyzed Safari sample targets iOS 18.4–18.6.2 using previously patched flaws, while its effectiveness on iOS 26.5 remains unverified.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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EUR/GBP Price Forecast: Bulls challenge 0.8600 resistance after weeks of consolidation
ForexFXStreet

EUR/GBP Price Forecast: Bulls challenge 0.8600 resistance after weeks of consolidation

EUR/GBP trades flat around 0.8600 on Friday and is heading for a weekly gain as the Bank of England’s (BoE) wait-and-see stance weighs on the British Pound (GBP). The BoE has remained on hold so far this year, leaving its benchmark rate unchanged at 3.75% at last week’s meeting.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Introducing the new Copilot with Home, Code and Autopilot
TechnologyMicrosoft Blog

Introducing the new Copilot with Home, Code and Autopilot

We’re reimagining Microsoft Copilot to enable work as it evolves and to help expand what every individual and every organization can accomplish in the flow of human ambition. Today we’re introducing the new Copilot to connect the tools people rely on with the next generation of capabilities they’ll need to build, customize and…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
The comedians turning AI anxiety into punchlines: ‘It’s so good, it’ll completely alter our grasp on reality’
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

The comedians turning AI anxiety into punchlines: ‘It’s so good, it’ll completely alter our grasp on reality’

Across videos, standup and cartoons, humorists are skewering big tech’s attempt to make AI ubiquitous and inevitable “Best case scenario, we never have to do any admin again,” says an AI CEO . “Worst case, we all die.” A young man struggles to the top of a beautiful mountain , words echoing in his ears: “AI will most likely…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Japanese Yen extends recovery as Tokyo officials defend BoJ independence
ForexFXStreet

Japanese Yen extends recovery as Tokyo officials defend BoJ independence

The Japanese Yen pares losses against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday, as Japanese yields escalate, narrowing the gap with Treasury yields, while Japan’s Finance Minister (FM) Satsuki Katayama defended the independence of the Bank of Japan (BoJ).

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Iran war drives UK diesel price to near record high, and makes interest rate rise ‘hard to avoid’ – business live
BusinessThe Guardian Business

Iran war drives UK diesel price to near record high, and makes interest rate rise ‘hard to avoid’ – business live

Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey says persistently high oil and gas prices would make it hard to resist pressure to raise interest rates Capital gains tax: how it works, and the pros and cons of another rise TalkTalk is scrambling to secure its future amid the threat of administration, closing in on deals to sell its…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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investing Live European session wrap: Yen jumps, oil slides as bond risks linger
ForexInvestingLive

investing Live European session wrap: Yen jumps, oil slides as bond risks linger

Headlines: USD/JPY falls below 158.00 as Takaichi says Trump flagged weak yen pressure Crude oil falls on reports of potential phased US-Iran deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz Trump-Xi summit extends the trade truce but leaves the biggest market questions unresolved How have interest rate expectations changed after…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Euro: France spreads weigh on EUR – ING
ForexFXStreet

Euro: France spreads weigh on EUR – ING

Francesco Pesole at ING sees EUR/USD downside risks persisting, with the 1.1320–1.1330 area as key support that could be tested quickly on stronger US data or another sharp Oil move higher.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Billions in Bitcoin options expired today. What actually changed hands?
CryptoCrypto News

Billions in Bitcoin options expired today. What actually changed hands?

Bitcoin’s September 25 quarterly options expiry has put an enormous open-interest figure beside a much smaller and less visible question: which contracts produced payments? The exchange rules tell us what a winning holder receives.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD reclaims $65 as rally in bond yields, US Dollar hits pause
ForexFXStreet

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD reclaims $65 as rally in bond yields, US Dollar hits pause

Silver price (XAG/USD) is up 1.85% to near $65.00 during the European trading session on Friday. The white metal strengthens as rally in the US Dollar (USD) and United States (US) Treasury Yields appears to have hit a pause.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
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British Pound: Risk of test of 1.3140 against US Dollar – UOB
ForexFXStreet

British Pound: Risk of test of 1.3140 against US Dollar – UOB

UOB’s Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann report that GBP/USD extended its sharp decline to 1.3205, leaving conditions deeply oversold but with the bias still pointing lower.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
A Solana oracle’s support ends today. Who still relies on its prices?
CryptoCrypto News

A Solana oracle’s support ends today. Who still relies on its prices?

Switchboard’s September 25 support deadline has turned a six-day migration warning into a test of Solana’s price feeds. Current public documentation shows where its data remains part of an application’s design, but those pages cannot prove that a live market…

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
IBIT options price trading more calmly after Bitcoin rebound
CryptoCointelegraph

IBIT options price trading more calmly after Bitcoin rebound

IBIT’s expected volatility sits near the bottom of its 12-month range, according to Saxo Bank’s analysis of options data from Sept. 23.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Gold struggles below $4,300, heads for weekly decline on hawkish Fed outlook
ForexFXStreet

Gold struggles below $4,300, heads for weekly decline on hawkish Fed outlook

Gold (XAU/USD) reverses earlier intraday gains on Friday, failing to capitalize on a modest pullback in the US Dollar as growing expectations that the Federal Reserve (Fed) may raise interest rates again weigh on the non-yielding metal.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Crypto can serve as derivatives collateral. What happens when its price falls?
CryptoCrypto News

Crypto can serve as derivatives collateral. What happens when its price falls?

The CFTC has updated its guidance on tokenized customer-fund investments and blockchain records, putting the focus back on the rules that already let some futures intermediaries take crypto as margin. A fall in the token’s price sets off several different…

Why it mattersThe update offers a fresh signal on company quality, cash flow and how investors may price future growth.
UK diesel price close to all-time high
MarketsBBC Business

UK diesel price close to all-time high

The average price of a litre of diesel at the pump stands at 198.32p, according to the RAC motoring body.

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
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David Beckham takes £39m dividend as World Cup deals drive record profits
BusinessThe Guardian Business

David Beckham takes £39m dividend as World Cup deals drive record profits

Former footballer appeared in about 12 ad campaigns this summer, pushing holding company’s revenue to $110.5m Business live – latest updates David Beckham has taken a $51m (£39m) dividend from his business empire after a series of deals with brands for the Fifa World Cup. Beckham appeared in about a dozen ad campaigns across…

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Bitcoin holders are taking profits, is a selloff coming?
CryptoCrypto News

Bitcoin holders are taking profits, is a selloff coming?

Bitcoin long-term holders realize 72% profits as exchange reserves and open interest fall, but CryptoQuant says the recovery remains unconfirmed.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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The Fed has drafted stablecoin rules. Who can qualify to issue one?
CryptoCrypto News

The Fed has drafted stablecoin rules. Who can qualify to issue one?

The Federal Reserve’s two September 24 proposals describe more than the assets behind a dollar token. One proposal sets the terms for an insured state member bank to seek approval for a stablecoin subsidiary; the other would govern the issuer,…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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TalkTalk races to sell consumer and broadband arms as administration looms
BusinessThe Guardian Business

TalkTalk races to sell consumer and broadband arms as administration looms

Customers and jobs ‘top priority’ as company closes in on deals with Opus Broadband and investment group Octopus Business live – latest updates TalkTalk is scrambling to secure its future amid the threat of administration, closing in on deals to sell its consumer and broadband arms as it seeks to save 900 jobs. The telecoms…

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
Samourai co-founder faces new move after 30-day ordeal
CryptoCrypto News

Samourai co-founder faces new move after 30-day ordeal

Samourai Wallet co-founder Keonne Rodriguez says he faces another prison transfer after FCI McKean deactivated a treatment program.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
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Toshiba joins 25 firms in Japan’s six month EJPY stablecoin trial
CryptoCrypto News

Toshiba joins 25 firms in Japan’s six month EJPY stablecoin trial

Japan has expanded its push to bring yen stablecoins into everyday business use, with 26 companies, financial institutions and local government bodies joining a six month program that will test EJPY and other stablecoin use cases across payments, remittances and…

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Will Ethereum price rally as ETFs post 5 days of inflows?
CryptoCrypto News

Will Ethereum price rally as ETFs post 5 days of inflows?

Ethereum trades near $2,667 as ETFs add $66M, while $2,540 support, positive BBP and leverage risks shape the next move toward $3,000.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Japanese Government Bonds Held by the Bank of Japan
ForexBank of Japan

Japanese Government Bonds Held by the Bank of Japan

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Japanese Government Bonds Held by the Bank of Japan”.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Monetary developments in the euro area: August 2026
EconomyECB Statistical Releases

Monetary developments in the euro area: August 2026

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Monetary developments in the euro area: August 2026”.

Why it mattersThe data helps investors assess growth, inflation and the likely direction of economic policy.
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Bitcoin, Ethereum outlook as US Iran talks revive Hormuz reopening hopes
CryptoCrypto News

Bitcoin, Ethereum outlook as US Iran talks revive Hormuz reopening hopes

Bitcoin and Ethereum have remained near their recent highs as renewed talks between the United States and Iran have brought another proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz into focus, with lower oil prices potentially easing one of the pressures…

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Bitcoin ETF inflows slow to $191M as six-day streak reaches $2.8B
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Bitcoin ETF inflows slow to $191M as six-day streak reaches $2.8B

US spot Bitcoin ETFs drew $191 million Thursday as daily inflows slowed for a third day, lifting year-to-date net flows to $787 million.

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Magic Eden undergoing possible exploit as thousands of NFTs move for 0 ETH
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Magic Eden undergoing possible exploit as thousands of NFTs move for 0 ETH

Magic Eden has faced reports of a possible contract exploit after unusual transactions showed thousands of NFTs being sold for 0 ETH, although one account involved in the activity has claimed the transfers are part of a whitehat operation. NFT…

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
Crypto outlook clouded by 5.2% Treasury yield and stalled US bill
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Crypto outlook clouded by 5.2% Treasury yield and stalled US bill

The US 10-year Treasury yield has reached 5.2% during trading, raising questions about whether crypto can hold its recent gains while another Federal Reserve rate hike remains possible and a major US digital asset bill is stalled. The US Treasury…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Why is Bitcoin price stuck near $84,000 despite ETF inflows?
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Why is Bitcoin price stuck near $84,000 despite ETF inflows?

Bitcoin holds near $84K as ETFs add $191M, whales accumulate 30,269 BTC and Binance records its biggest BTC outflow since 2023 as momentum cools.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Spain Q2 GDP confirmed at 0.7% as domestic demand keeps growth resilient
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Spain Q2 GDP confirmed at 0.7% as domestic demand keeps growth resilient

Spain Q2 final GDP +0.7% vs +0.7% q/q expected Prior +0.6% The breakdown The final estimate confirms that the Spanish economy grew by 0.7% in the second quarter, accelerating slightly from 0.6% growth in Q1. Domestic demand remains the main engine of the economy, contributing 1.1% to quarterly GDP growth.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Pocock calls for AI safety act after Medicare breach – as it happened
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Pocock calls for AI safety act after Medicare breach – as it happened

This blog is now closed Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast AI hack of Medicare exposes Australia’s vulnerabilities Technology experts have warned revelations an artificial intelligence agent hacked Medicare’s internal systems will not be the only dangerous breach of government data and have called…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Bitcoin leaves Binance at fastest daily pace in three years
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Bitcoin leaves Binance at fastest daily pace in three years

Bitcoin has seen its largest single day net outflow from Binance since 2023, with more than 13,800 BTC leaving the exchange as the cryptocurrency holds above $84,000 following its latest rally. CryptoQuant analyst Darkfrost said on Sept.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Minutes of the Market Participants Group meeting – 24 September 2026
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Minutes of the Market Participants Group meeting – 24 September 2026

The Market Participants Group (MPG) is a senior-level forum for financial market participants to share their views on relevant themes and narratives in financial markets with members of the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee.

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What are the main events for today?
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What are the main events for today?

EUROPEAN SESSION In the European session, we have the final Spain's Q2 GDP which is expected to confirm a 0.7% quarterly growth vs 0.7% in the preliminary reading. The data won't change anything for the ECB, though, so the market reaction will likely be muted.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
German consumer climate darkens ahead of October as higher energy costs bite
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German consumer climate darkens ahead of October as higher energy costs bite

Germany October GfK consumer climate -30.6 vs -27.4 expected Prior -26.6; revised to -26.8 The breakdown That is a notable miss on estimates as German consumer sentiment weakens more sharply than expected heading into October. The main culprit is rising energy prices and that is weighing on purchasing power of households…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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PM rejects ‘nonsense’ suggestion he delayed revealing OpenAI Medicare hack as Labor considers changing laws
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PM rejects ‘nonsense’ suggestion he delayed revealing OpenAI Medicare hack as Labor considers changing laws

Expert says Australia’s criminal laws should be clarified to determine how fault is applied to a corporation when its AI agent commits a crime Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast The federal government could change Australian laws if the current…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Indian Rupee gets cushioned by RBI’s likely intervention on Friday
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Indian Rupee gets cushioned by RBI’s likely intervention on Friday

The Indian Rupee (INR) gains a temporary ground against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday after remaining under pressure in the past few days. The USD/INR pair struggles to extend gains above 95.96 on the likely Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) intervention.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
We ship our gym equipment all over the world
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We ship our gym equipment all over the world

Northern Ireland's economic output, which is broadly equivalent to UK GDP, rose by 2.3% in the year to June.

Why it mattersThe data helps investors assess growth, inflation and the likely direction of economic policy.
Andy Burnham talks about ‘public control’ of the utilities but it’s a minefield. We can lead him through it | Will Hutton and Andy Haldane
BusinessThe Guardian Business

Andy Burnham talks about ‘public control’ of the utilities but it’s a minefield. We can lead him through it | Will Hutton and Andy Haldane

Nationalisation is not the ultimate answer for companies like Thames Water – but they could be run for the public benefit Will Hutton is a journalist and political economist. Andy Haldane is a former chief economist of the Bank of England

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‘Devastating’: council rejects Frome residents’ bid for regeneration project
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‘Devastating’: council rejects Frome residents’ bid for regeneration project

Locals raised £1m for Mayday Saxonvale scheme involving homes and park but Somerset officials agreed deal with London-based real estate company A bold bid by residents of a progressive town in the English West Country who raised almost £1m to create what could have been the UK’s largest community-led regeneration project is in…

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
Capital gains tax: how it works, and the pros and cons of another rise
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Capital gains tax: how it works, and the pros and cons of another rise

Increasing the rate of CGT is one of the levers available to the chancellor as he considers revenue-raising options Capital gains tax (CGT) has been widely cited as a possible revenue-raiser as the chancellor, John Healey, prepares to deliver a tough budget next month. How does it work, and what are the pros and cons of raising…

Why it mattersThe update offers a fresh signal on company quality, cash flow and how investors may price future growth.
(BOJ Review) Granular Insights into Depositor Dynamics and Deposit Spreads in Japanese G-SIBs' Foreign Currency Deposits
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(BOJ Review) Granular Insights into Depositor Dynamics and Deposit Spreads in Japanese G-SIBs' Foreign Currency Deposits

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “(BOJ Review) Granular Insights into Depositor Dynamics and Deposit Spreads in Japanese G-SIBs' Foreign Currency Deposits”.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Indicators for Core CPI
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Indicators for Core CPI

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Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Researchers propose Zcash-style private Bitcoin transfers without a soft fork
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Researchers propose Zcash-style private Bitcoin transfers without a soft fork

Shielded Bitcoin would use zero-knowledge proofs and encrypted notes to hide transaction details without changing Bitcoin consensus, but researchers have raised questions about anonymity and quantum resistance.

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US Treasury yields continue to break higher - is 6% now in play?
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US Treasury yields continue to break higher - is 6% now in play?

The selloff in the bond market isn't showing much sign of letting up. 10-year Treasury yields have pushed up to 5.18%, extending the breakout above 5% and putting another important technical area firmly into view.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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investing Live Asia-Pacific market news: Iran offers seven-day Hormuz dea
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investing Live Asia-Pacific market news: Iran offers seven-day Hormuz dea

Nikkei gains 1.2% as chip stocks and dividend buying lift Tokyo, SoftBank slips on Oracle Goldman stays bullish on AI as cloud giants' spending heads towards $1.2 trillion Katayama says Trump raised weak yen concerns with Takaichi, USD/JPY eases below 158.50 Recession signal flashes on Oxford Economics' US indicator, but…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD remains steady near $94.00 as oil prices ease
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Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD remains steady near $94.00 as oil prices ease

Silver price (XAG/USD) inches higher after two days of losses, trading around $63.90 per troy ounce during Asian hours on Friday. Non-yielding Silver is finding underlying support as inflation concerns ease following a pullback in crude oil prices.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Australian Dollar flatlines near 0.7000 as traders assess Trump-Xi summit
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Australian Dollar flatlines near 0.7000 as traders assess Trump-Xi summit

The AUD/USD pair holds steady around 0.7010 during the early Asian trading hours on Friday. Traders continue to assess the developments surrounding the US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping summit at the White House.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Japan’s Katayama says BoJ's latest rate hike was done to achieve inflation target
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Japan’s Katayama says BoJ's latest rate hike was done to achieve inflation target

Japanese Finance Minister (FM) Satsuki Katayama said on Friday that the latest rate hike from the Bank of Japan (BoJ) was done to achieve the inflation target. Katayama added that she expects the central bank to conduct appropriate monetary policy while coordinating with the government.

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‘We can’t ignore AI or prevent it,’ Anthony Albanese tells UN general assembly – video
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‘We can’t ignore AI or prevent it,’ Anthony Albanese tells UN general assembly – video

During his speech to the UN in New York City, the Australian prime minister addresses the AI hack of Medicare, saying the episode reflects the need for greater regulation of artificial intelligence. ‘We can’t ignore AI or prevent it.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Canadian Dollar weakens amid falling oil prices, stronger US Dollar
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Canadian Dollar weakens amid falling oil prices, stronger US Dollar

USD/CAD extends its gains for the fifth consecutive day, trading around 1.4140 during Asian hours on Friday. The pair appreciates as the commodity-linked Canadian Dollar (CAD) faces downward pressure from falling crude oil prices.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Euro posts modest lossess on rising Fed hike odds, Middle East tensions
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Euro posts modest lossess on rising Fed hike odds, Middle East tensions

The EUR/USD pair trades with mild losses near 1.1375 during the early Asian trading hours on Friday. The US Dollar (USD) strengthens against the Euro (EUR) amid hawkish signals from the Federal Reserve (Fed) officials and a lack of progress between the US-Iran talks.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
WTI drops to near $92.50 on potential US-Iran deal
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WTI drops to near $92.50 on potential US-Iran deal

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil price declines after two days of gains, trading around $92.60 per barrel during Asian hours on Friday.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Bank of Japan Accounts (September 20)
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Bank of Japan Accounts (September 20)

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Bank of Japan Accounts (September 20)”.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
China's President Xi says Beijing and US should seek new ways for major countries to coexist
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China's President Xi says Beijing and US should seek new ways for major countries to coexist

Chinese President Xi Jinping stated during his visit to Washington that Beijing and Washington must find a proper way to coexist peacefully and act as partners rather than rivals, the Financial Times reported on Thursday.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Trump touts ‘great meeting’ with Xi at White House – as it happened
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Trump touts ‘great meeting’ with Xi at White House – as it happened

This blog is now closed – our live coverage of US politics continues here In the first row in front of the leaders sit US vice-president JD Vance and his wife Usha Vance, Trump’s daughter Ivanka Trump and her daughter Arabella, US secretary of state Marco Rubio , treasury secretary Scott Bessent , defence secretary Pete…

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Saudi Civil Defence issues warning over possible threat in Jazan
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Saudi Civil Defence issues warning over possible threat in Jazan

Yemen's Houthi claimed on Thursday that it launched dozens of ballistic missiles and drones at Saudi military installations in the kingdom's southwestern Jazan region, the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen said were aimed at Taif in western Saudi Arabia and the Yanbu area on the Red Sea.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Iran’s President says US ‘must choose’ whether to end war
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Iran’s President says US ‘must choose’ whether to end war

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said that it is for the United States (US) to decide whether to end its war against the Islamic Republic, as Tehran does not wish to continue fighting, Fox News reported on Thursday.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Results of BIS International Locational Banking Statistics and International Consolidated Banking Statistics in Japan
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Results of BIS International Locational Banking Statistics and International Consolidated Banking Statistics in Japan

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Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Asia dominates Crypto Adoption Index, Bitget’s $352M hack: Asia Express
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Asia dominates Crypto Adoption Index, Bitget’s $352M hack: Asia Express

The APAC region accounts for half of the Global Crypto Adoption Index. Bitget suffers massive $352M loss and OpenAI forgets to mention its agents hacked the Australian Government.

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Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes reportedly to be transferred to halfway home next year
BusinessThe Guardian Business

Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes reportedly to be transferred to halfway home next year

Holmes was sentenced to 11 years in prison in 2022 but has seen her sentenced reduced several times Elizabeth Holmes , the disgraced founder of blood testing startup Theranos, will reportedly be transferred from a minimum security prison to a halfway home next August. In 2022, Holmes, 42, was sentenced to more than 11 years in…

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UK food and drink trade deficit largest since 2000 at £21bn
EconomyThe Guardian Business

UK food and drink trade deficit largest since 2000 at £21bn

Industry leaders call on government to protect homegrown produce in the interest of national security The gap between Britain’s food and drink exports and imports has neared its highest this century, as a combination of Brexit, war in the Middle East and US tariffs dented deliveries overseas while imports soared. The UK’s food…

Why it mattersThe data helps investors assess growth, inflation and the likely direction of economic policy.
Japanese Yen keeps sliding as Tokyo repeats its warning and holds fire
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Japanese Yen keeps sliding as Tokyo repeats its warning and holds fire

Finance Minister Katayama said on Thursday that the principles behind the joint US-Japan intervention of July 31 are still alive, and USD/JPY went on to touch 159.00, its highest since early September. The pair is trading just under 159.00, on track for a fifth straight gain.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Australian Dollar tests 200-day SMA amid soaring US yields
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Australian Dollar tests 200-day SMA amid soaring US yields

The Aussie Dollar fell for the third straight day, down 0.37% against the US Dollar, which remained boosted by elevated US yields, which jumped as Oil prices rose and as inflation pressures built. The AUD/USD trades at 0.7012, near the 200-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) of 0.7021.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
New Zealand Dollar grinds lower as US bond yields climb to new highs
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New Zealand Dollar grinds lower as US bond yields climb to new highs

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) has its Official Cash Rate (OCR) at 2.75%, and markets now price at least a 75% chance that it goes to 3% on October 28, against about 30% right after the September 2 hike. NZD/USD is trading just above 0.5650, its lowest since late June.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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China shuts for Mid-Autumn Festival holiday today, a preview of the week-long National Day gap to come
ForexInvestingLive

China shuts for Mid-Autumn Festival holiday today, a preview of the week-long National Day gap to come

AUD is the most exposed of the major currencies. It usually trades partly as a proxy for China, and with onshore markets shut it loses that anchor and has to lean more on oil, Treasury yields and the RBA.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Dow Jones Industrial Average falls a third day as bond yields climb
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Dow Jones Industrial Average falls a third day as bond yields climb

The 30-year Treasury yield touched 5.50% on Thursday, and two Fed officials gave bond buyers no reason to expect relief. New York Fed President Williams said another rate increase this year looks reasonable, and Philadelphia Fed President Paulson said rates may need to rise a little more.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Bitget’s $351.6 million hack pushes September crypto losses to 2026 high
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Bitget’s $351.6 million hack pushes September crypto losses to 2026 high

Bitget has suspended withdrawals after unauthorized transfers drained about $351.6 million from a limited number of its hot and warm wallets. The crypto exchange detected the transfers at 18:31 UTC on Sept.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Fed proposes new capital, redemption rules for stablecoin issuers
CryptoCointelegraph

Fed proposes new capital, redemption rules for stablecoin issuers

The Fed’s proposal would set capital requirements, a two-day redemption window and new reserve disclosures as regulators implement the GENIUS Act.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Pound Sterling slides again as Fed speakers go full hawkish
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Pound Sterling slides again as Fed speakers go full hawkish

Bank of England (BoE) Deputy Governors Lombardelli and Breeden said on Thursday that they are moving closer to voting for a rate hike, and the Pound fell for a fourth straight session regardless. GBP/USD is trading just above 1.3200, its lowest in nearly three months.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Federal Reserve Unveils Stablecoin Rules on Reserves and Capital
CryptoDecrypt

Federal Reserve Unveils Stablecoin Rules on Reserves and Capital

The central bank opened two proposals for comment under the GENIUS Act, requiring issuers it supervises to back tokens fully with safe assets and creating an application process for banks seeking to issue stablecoins.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Indonesian Rupiah: BI prioritizes IDR stability – Commerzbank
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Indonesian Rupiah: BI prioritizes IDR stability – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Henry Hao and Moses Lim report that Bank Indonesia kept the BI Rate at 5.75% while expanding FX hedging incentives to support the Indonesian Rupiah. Governor Destry Damayanti signaled a preference for non-rate tools and incentive-based measures over SRBI yield hikes.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Banxico: Flexible stance with upside risks – Rabobank
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Banxico: Flexible stance with upside risks – Rabobank

Rabobank’s Molly Schwartz and Christian Lawrence note Banxico kept its overnight rate at 6.50% but significantly softened forward guidance, decoupling Mexican policy from expected Federal Reserve moves.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Fed proposes GENIUS Act rules for stablecoin reserves and bank issuers
CryptoCrypto News

Fed proposes GENIUS Act rules for stablecoin reserves and bank issuers

The Federal Reserve has released two proposed GENIUS Act rules covering the assets that must back payment stablecoins and the approval process for banks seeking to issue them through subsidiaries. The Federal Reserve Board said in a Sep.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Trump and Xi buy two more months of trade truce, leaving tariffs and rare earths in limbo
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Trump and Xi buy two more months of trade truce, leaving tariffs and rare earths in limbo

A two-month extension avoids a November tariff cliff, but it gives markets no lasting relief, and the January 10 deadline now becomes the next risk event for trade-sensitive assets. The Australian dollar , as a liquid proxy for China's growth, is likely to take its lead from progress at the Shenzhen and Miami summits more than…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
xStocks adds Ledger hardware wallet support for tokenized shares
CryptoCrypto News

xStocks adds Ledger hardware wallet support for tokenized shares

Payward and Ledger have partnered to bring xStocks into Ledger’s self-custody wallet services, with a deeper integration planned for eligible users of tokenized shares. How xStocks will work with Ledger wallets According to Payward’s Sep.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
investing Live Americas FX news wrap 24 Sept: USD and Treasury yields climb as Iran headlines lift stocks off their lows
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investing Live Americas FX news wrap 24 Sept: USD and Treasury yields climb as Iran headlines lift stocks off their lows

US stocks finish mixed as Meta’s Muse rally helps mask the losers. Iran’s Pezeshkian wants a deal with the US before the midterm elections, NBC reports Meta shares approach all-time highs as the Muse rally begins yet another leg higher US treasury sells $44 billion of 7 year notes at a high yield of 5.085% US/Iran discussed…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Norwegian Krone: Norges Bank hike supports currency – BBH
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Norwegian Krone: Norges Bank hike supports currency – BBH

Brown Brothers Harriman’s (BBH) Elias Haddad highlights that the Norwegian Krone (NOK) outperformed after Norges Bank delivered a hawkish 25 basis point hike to 4.50%.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Mexican Peso slides to April lows as Banxico shrugs off Fed gap
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Mexican Peso slides to April lows as Banxico shrugs off Fed gap

The Mexican Peso (MXN) extends its losses against the US Dollar (USD) on Thursday after the Bank of Mexico (Banxico) held the benchmark interest rate unchanged at 6.50%, disregarding the interest rate differential as a primary factor in setting monetary policy.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
The stock token debate, and the gap nobody can close alone
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The stock token debate, and the gap nobody can close alone

The argument over Robinhood’s AMC token has been about which tokenization model is legitimate, and the SEC has drawn a line. The question to ask now is what has to be true for any of it to be a market, argues Bullish’s Tram Doman.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Humans Are Reading Your ChatGPT Chats, New Lawsuit Claims
CryptoDecrypt

Humans Are Reading Your ChatGPT Chats, New Lawsuit Claims

A proposed class action accuses OpenAI of quietly routing real conversations to outside contractors through a program called Project Lily—without telling users first.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
Strive raises $86M through SATA as Bitcoin treasury buying continues
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Strive raises $86M through SATA as Bitcoin treasury buying continues

Strive has generated an estimated $85.88 million through sales of its SATA preferred stock over three trading sessions, enough to buy about 1,002 Bitcoin at prices recorded by Bitcoin Treasuries.net. Bitcoin Treasuries.net’s SATA tracker estimates how many shares Strive issues through its…

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Iran’s Pezeshkian wants a deal with the US before the midterm elections, NBC reports
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Iran’s Pezeshkian wants a deal with the US before the midterm elections, NBC reports

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke briefly with NBC News and other news organizations on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly: “We wish Americans to return to the MOU before the midterms.” “We don’t want it to get to the midterm elections.” Analysis: The timing is the message. Pezeshkian is signaling that…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Banxico unanimously holds benchmark rate at 6.50%
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Banxico unanimously holds benchmark rate at 6.50%

On Thursday, the Bank of Mexico (Banxico) held interest rates unchanged at 6.50% for the third time, as expected, in a unanimous decision.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Cardano gains Fireblocks token support: Can ADA break above $0.26?
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Cardano gains Fireblocks token support: Can ADA break above $0.26?

Cardano’s ADA rose toward $0.26 as the Cardano Foundation and Fireblocks announced plans to add full support for tokens issued on the network by March 2027. Fireblocks plans to add Cardano token support by March 2027 The Cardano Foundation and…

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Singapore Dollar: Inflation keeps MAS cautious – Commerzbank
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Singapore Dollar: Inflation keeps MAS cautious – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Dr. Henry Hao and Moses Lim note that Singapore’s August headline and core inflation both climbed to the upper half of the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s 2026 forecast range, with services, retail goods, food and utilities all contributing.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Federal Reserve Board requests public comment on two proposals related to establishing a regulatory framework for Board-supervised payment stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act
MarketsFederal Reserve

Federal Reserve Board requests public comment on two proposals related to establishing a regulatory framework for Board-supervised payment stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act

Federal Reserve Board requests public comment on two proposals related to establishing a regulatory framework for Board-supervised payment stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Paxos Labs launches PAXGy token backed by PAX Gold
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Paxos Labs launches PAXGy token backed by PAX Gold

Paxos Labs has launched PAXGy, a token built on PAX Gold that is designed to increase the amount of PAXG a holder can redeem as its reserves earn returns from gold leasing. According to Paxos Labs’ launch announcement shared with…

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Polymarket sued by New York over alleged illegal gambling
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Polymarket sued by New York over alleged illegal gambling

New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued Polymarket, alleging that the prediction market operated without a state gambling license and allowed people under 21 to use its platform. According to a petition filed by New York Attorney General Letitia…

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
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France says EU’s ‘Made in Europe’ law should not include the UK
BusinessThe Guardian Business

France says EU’s ‘Made in Europe’ law should not include the UK

‘If you’re not in the internal market, you don’t get the same protection,’ says French minister of policy designed to curb Chinese competition France is leading a push to exclude the UK from the EU’s “Made in Europe” policy that could result in British companies losing out in the race to supply European countries with…

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In Her Final Weeks, SEC's Peirce Calls for Ending the KYC 'Panopticon'
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In Her Final Weeks, SEC's Peirce Calls for Ending the KYC 'Panopticon'

In one of her final speeches as commissioner, Peirce argued that regulators' "data haystacks" endanger the people they aim to protect—as recent KYC leaks expose crypto holders to phishing and physical attacks.

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Launch of UK’s ‘largest AI supercomputer’ delayed by power supply problems
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Launch of UK’s ‘largest AI supercomputer’ delayed by power supply problems

Datacentre hailed by government was supposed to start operating next year but may be held back into mid-2030s A huge datacentre project hailed by the UK government will miss its launch date next year and could be delayed into the mid-2030s. The site in Loughton, Essex, was described as the country’s largest AI supercomputer…

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Crypto treasury model loses its edge as stock premiums fade: DWF
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Crypto treasury model loses its edge as stock premiums fade: DWF

Most DATs now trade below the value of their crypto holdings, weakening a financing model that once helped companies expand their balance sheets.

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Sequans exits Bitcoin treasury strategy after selling remaining 314 BTC
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Sequans exits Bitcoin treasury strategy after selling remaining 314 BTC

The France-based semiconductor company has fully unwound a Bitcoin treasury that once held more than 3,200 BTC as more firms scale back crypto holdings.

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US treasury sells $44 billion of 7 year notes at a high yield of 5.085%
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US treasury sells $44 billion of 7 year notes at a high yield of 5.085%

WI level at the time of the auction: 5.078% High yield: 5.085% Tail: 0.7 basis points vs the average of 0.2 basis points Bid to cover: 2.42X vs the average of 2.49X Directs: 30.27% vs the average of 23.3% Indirects: 57.2% vs the average of 64.6% Dealers: 12.53% vs the average of 12.1% Auction grade: C− The auction was a little…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
5 ways to upgrade your study habits with Chrome
TechnologyGoogle Blog

5 ways to upgrade your study habits with Chrome

From managing complex research projects to minimizing digital distractions, Chrome has the tools you need to succeed this school year.

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BBC ‘risks entering inescapable doom spiral’ as further cuts hit TV and radio
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BBC ‘risks entering inescapable doom spiral’ as further cuts hit TV and radio

Warning from union comes as corporation cuts local specialist correspondent roles as part of plan to save £500m The BBC has been warned it risks entering a “doom spiral” of endless cuts and weaker public support for its services, as insiders anticipate the imminent closure of some TV and radio services. Morale at the…

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ARK Invest tokenizes venture fund with OpenAI exposure
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ARK Invest tokenizes venture fund with OpenAI exposure

ARK Invest has tokenized its ARK Venture Fund through Securitize on Ethereum, giving eligible investors a blockchain-based way to hold an interest in a portfolio that includes OpenAI and Anthropic. According to a Sep.

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TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: Everything you need to know
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TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: Everything you need to know

TechCrunch Founder Summit is a full-day gathering in Boston on November 4 where founders across all stages connect with top VCs and experienced entrepreneurs to gain tactical insights on building and scaling their companies.

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Litecoin price nears $75 as a golden cross tests the strength of its rally
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Litecoin price nears $75 as a golden cross tests the strength of its rally

Litecoin price has climbed above $74 after breaking through the $64–$65 resistance area, while a golden cross on the daily chart has given traders another reason to watch whether the rally can clear $75. Litecoin (LTC) price traded near $74.20…

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ElevenLabs’ CEO on margins, IPO timing, and telling customers they’re talking to a bot
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ElevenLabs’ CEO on margins, IPO timing, and telling customers they’re talking to a bot

ElevenLabs powers the AI voice on the other end of a lot of customer service calls, and its CEO told me this week that businesses should probably tell you that — at least until getting a machine is what everyone expects anyway.

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US/Iran discussed phasing in a deal to reopen Hormuz and end the US blockade
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US/Iran discussed phasing in a deal to reopen Hormuz and end the US blockade

Reuters, citing sources, reports on discussions over a phased arrangement between Washington and Tehran: Gulf states reject Iranian control of the strait. Iran signals flexibility on fees, not on the Strait of Hormuz.

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Vistry is the laggard in a housebuilding sector full of cracks | Nils Pratley
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Vistry is the laggard in a housebuilding sector full of cracks | Nils Pratley

Group shrinks ambitions from 20,000 to just 12,000 homes a year in an attempt to balance the books The entire housebuilding sector is in a funk, grumbling about energy prices, the cost of labour, regulation, planning delays, taxes and more, but few have messed up a bad hand quite like Vistry. Three years ago this mashup of the…

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Bitcoin Breakout Cools as Fed Rate-Hike Bets Climb
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Bitcoin Breakout Cools as Fed Rate-Hike Bets Climb

Bitcoin has slipped back below $85,000 after tagging an eight-month high near $87,400 last week, with rising odds of an October Fed hike taking some air out of the rally.

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Reported assaults on Great Britain’s railways rise by fifth in a year
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Reported assaults on Great Britain’s railways rise by fifth in a year

Unions say record high of nearly 25,000, including assaults on rail workers and public, shows need for more staff and policing Tell us: have you been assaulted on Great Britain’s railways? The number of reported assaults on Great Britain’s railways has risen by a fifth to a record high of almost 25,000 incidents in a year.

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BlackRock strategies power three new Ondo portfolio tokens
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BlackRock strategies power three new Ondo portfolio tokens

Ondo Finance has launched three onchain portfolio tokens based on investment strategies developed by BlackRock, giving eligible investors outside the United States access to each portfolio through a single token. Ondo Finance announced the launch on Sep.

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UK interest rate rise ‘increasingly likely’ with high energy prices; inflation fears hit bonds – business live
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UK interest rate rise ‘increasingly likely’ with high energy prices; inflation fears hit bonds – business live

BoE deputy governor cites risks from energy prices, as US 30-year bond yields hits highest since 2004 Newsflash: A Bank of England deputy governor is warning that interest rates will be raised, if necessary, to combat the risk of persistent inflationary pressures from higher oil prices. Clare Lombardelli is telling the Sixth…

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Introducing Gemini 3.8 Live with Live Avatar
TechnologyGoogle Blog

Introducing Gemini 3.8 Live with Live Avatar

Introducing Gemini 3.8 Live with Live Avatar, which brings near real-time visual presence to Gemini’s conversational AI.

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New York sues Polymarket over alleged illegal gambling business
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New York sues Polymarket over alleged illegal gambling business

The action filed by state lawmakers followed a similar lawsuit against prediction markets company Kalshi in July that alleged the platform was running an illegal gambling operation.

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CKC Fund founder says failed CLARITY Act could push tokenization offshore
CryptoCrypto News

CKC Fund founder says failed CLARITY Act could push tokenization offshore

In an interview with crypto.news, Selva Ozelli speaks with CKC Fund founder and managing director David Doss about institutional digital asset investing, risk management and the infrastructure needed to connect crypto strategies with professional investors. The discussion also covers Bitcoin…

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
TikTok drops appeal against £12.7m fine for not keeping under-13s off platform
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

TikTok drops appeal against £12.7m fine for not keeping under-13s off platform

UK watchdog fined video app in 2023 for failing to enforce minimum age limit and remove underage users TikTok will pay a £12.7m fine to the UK’s data watchdog after dropping an appeal against a ruling that it did not do enough to keep children below the age of 13 off the platform. The video app was punished by the Information…

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AI hack of Medicare exposes Australia’s vulnerabilities and experts warn ‘there is more of this to come’
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

AI hack of Medicare exposes Australia’s vulnerabilities and experts warn ‘there is more of this to come’

Council on AI Strategy chief says incident unlikely to be isolated and country should enhance capability to detect and report incidents Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Technology experts have warned revelations an artificial intelligence agent…

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How Cloudflare addressed a cross-tenant data exposure vulnerability in Containers
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How Cloudflare addressed a cross-tenant data exposure vulnerability in Containers

External security researchers at Accomplish identified a vulnerability in Cloudflare Containers that could expose residual disk data from previous workloads. We explain how the issue worked, how we investigated it, and the steps we took to remediate it.

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The economic squeeze is pushing up poverty rates for older adults
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The economic squeeze is pushing up poverty rates for older adults

Despite lower poverty overall, the rate for seniors has been steadily rising in recent years. A new AARP survey sheds light on how those over 50 are struggling in the crucial time before retirement.

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Solana Foundation hires Binance, Polygon veterans for institutional push
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Solana Foundation hires Binance, Polygon veterans for institutional push

The Solana Foundation has appointed former Binance executive Rachel Conlan as chief strategy officer and Polygon Labs veteran Jamal Raees as general manager of payments as the network builds out its institutional and payment business after processing more than $5…

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Crypto for Advisors:The hidden costs of holding your own bitcoin
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Crypto for Advisors:The hidden costs of holding your own bitcoin

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Crypto for Advisors:The hidden costs of holding your own bitcoin”.

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EU says Trump’s plan to ban US diesel exports would ‘negatively impact both sides’
MarketsThe Guardian Business

EU says Trump’s plan to ban US diesel exports would ‘negatively impact both sides’

US president’s suggested 90-day export ban before midterm elections could bring even higher fuel prices across Europe The EU has warned Donald Trump against plans to ban US diesel exports to the global market, saying the move would negatively affect Europe and the US. The European Commission has reacted with “concern” to…

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Price hikes, ads and lower quality: has ‘streamflation’ ruined the TV experience?
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Price hikes, ads and lower quality: has ‘streamflation’ ruined the TV experience?

US consumers are starting to opt out of the streaming world as several services raise prices without offering many perks It may not be quite as politically buzzy as the price of gasoline or eggs, but another household expense is going up for millions of people. Disney has brought the price-gouging experience of its theme park…

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How Open Science Can Help Researchers Prepare for the Next Pandemic
TechnologyNVIDIA Blog

How Open Science Can Help Researchers Prepare for the Next Pandemic

When COVID-19 emerged, scientists had a crucial advantage: Decades of prior research on coronaviruses meant they understood the virus’ key proteins well enough to design vaccines in record time. The next pandemic may not offer the same head start.

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‘Eat the rich, save the planet’: climate protesters call out big tech’s disconnect from reality
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‘Eat the rich, save the planet’: climate protesters call out big tech’s disconnect from reality

Activists gathered outside the OpenAI offices on Monday during climate week in New York City On Monday evening, protesters gathered outside the unmarked Manhattan offices of OpenAI, maker of ChatGPT, holding signs calling to “Eat the rich, save the planet”. Over the next two days, groups also picketed outside the offices of…

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DoubleZero launches Hyperliquid order book feeds on Edge
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DoubleZero launches Hyperliquid order book feeds on Edge

DoubleZero has launched five Hyperliquid data feeds on Edge, giving subscribers a live view of the exchange’s order book and trade[XYZ] markets over dedicated fiber. According to a Sep.

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Contain the Chaos: ‘CONTROL Resonant’ Launches on GeForce NOW
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Contain the Chaos: ‘CONTROL Resonant’ Launches on GeForce NOW

A warped Manhattan is waiting in the cloud this week. Remedy Entertainment’s CONTROL Resonant brings Dylan Faden’s extraordinary abilities and a paranatural crisis to GeForce NOW at launch.

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‘You can’t just bet everything on exports’: as its gas runs out, is Bolivia doomed to repeat history?
MarketsThe Guardian Business

‘You can’t just bet everything on exports’: as its gas runs out, is Bolivia doomed to repeat history?

A fossil gas boom that lifted millions out of poverty has collapsed and inflation is rising – but not everyone believes selling gold and soya is the answer Once hailed as the “energy heart of South America”, Bolivia ’s economy was buoyed up by a fossil gas boom from 2006 to 2014. At its height, then-president Evo Morales…

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Fossil-fuel firms in line for billions in benefits after answering Trump’s donation call
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Fossil-fuel firms in line for billions in benefits after answering Trump’s donation call

Senators’ report says taxpayers face higher bills after ‘bargain’ between president and major polluters The fossil fuel industry secured an estimated $190bn in tax breaks and subsidies over the next decade after responding to Donald Trump’s pre-election call for major campaign donations, leaving American taxpayers to shoulder…

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Canada retail sales for the month of July -0.7% vs -0.8% estimate
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Canada retail sales for the month of July -0.7% vs -0.8% estimate

Prior month 0.6% The advanced August reading comes in at 1.3% Details from Statistics Canada: Retail sales:−0.7% to C$73.7 billion vs −0.8% expected. Prior +0.6%.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
US initial jobless claims 197K vs 201K expected
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US initial jobless claims 197K vs 201K expected

Prior was 196K (revised to 198K) Continuing claims 1719K vs 1745K expected Prior was 1730K (revised to 1717K) US initial jobless claims came in at 197K, below the 201K expected by economists, pointing to continued resilience in the US labor market. The previous week's reading was revised higher to 198K from 196K, nevertheless…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
FTC Approves Publication of Federal Register Notices Revising the Commission’s Rules of Practice
BusinessU.S. Federal Trade Commission

FTC Approves Publication of Federal Register Notices Revising the Commission’s Rules of Practice

The Federal Trade Commission amended the agency’s Rules of Practice to better align with the FTC Act and reflect organizational changes, including the creation of the American Competition Enforcement Division. The amendments also correct a number of minor errors and omissions in the previous version of the Rules.

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investing Live European session wrap: Higher oil prices, bond yields continue to pressure markets
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investing Live European session wrap: Higher oil prices, bond yields continue to pressure markets

Headlines: Brent crude above $100 and 10-year Treasury yields above 5% give markets a double test SNB leaves policy rate unchanged at 0% in September meeting, as widely expected USD/JPY races to three-week high above 158 as buyers eye a technical break higher Gold prices slide toward last week’s lows as 10-year Treasury yields…

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Oil price rise creates more pressure on UK policymakers before budget
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Oil price rise creates more pressure on UK policymakers before budget

Treasury sources concede ‘less room’ for manoeuvre as global bond selloff also hikes government’s borrowing costs International bodies warn of rising debt and borrowing risks Burnham stands by claim UK is ‘in hock’ to bond markets Oil prices lurched upwards again on Thursday, creating a growing headache for UK policymakers…

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Tom Watson’s move to Palantir is the latest sign of how far the rot has spread in UK politics | Clive Lewis
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Tom Watson’s move to Palantir is the latest sign of how far the rot has spread in UK politics | Clive Lewis

When a former Labour deputy leader joins a firm built on surveillance and military targeting, it deepens public cynicism – and democracy depends on trust Whatever is said about Tom Watson, the former deputy leader of the Labour party has a knack for landing headlines. In the past he did it at the expense of the rich and…

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Amid soaring living costs, America’s biggest convenience-store chains quietly overcharge consumers
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Amid soaring living costs, America’s biggest convenience-store chains quietly overcharge consumers

Guardian investigation: 7-Eleven and Circle K stores often fail to honor advertised prices – charging more at pump and register for gas, snacks, and other items Marco Cruz pulled off a four-lane road into the parking lot of a Circle K convenience store in McAllen, Texas , 12 miles north of the US-Mexico border . It was 1.20am…

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Flash sale: AO snaps up camera seller Jessops from Dragons’ Den star Peter Jones
BusinessThe Guardian Business

Flash sale: AO snaps up camera seller Jessops from Dragons’ Den star Peter Jones

Online electricals retailer says latest purchase continues to broaden its appeal beyond white goods, phones and TV The troubled camera retailer Jessops has changed hands after AO World acquired the business from the Dragons’ Den star Peter Jones. The online electrical retailer said on Thursday it had completed the acquisition…

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What’s on the agenda for the Trump-Xi summit, and what won’t they discuss?
TechnologyThe Guardian Business

What’s on the agenda for the Trump-Xi summit, and what won’t they discuss?

Two leaders could discuss tech safety issues and US-China trade ties but may skip over climate emergency Analysis: AI looms large over Trump-Xi meeting The leaders of the world’s two superpowers are meeting in the US on Thursday for Xi Jinping’s first state visit to the US in more than a decade. The last time the Chinese…

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Rolls-Royce signs 'multi-million' engine deal
BusinessBBC Business

Rolls-Royce signs 'multi-million' engine deal

The order will see 18 engines built and maintained by the company from its Derby aerospace centre.

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Trump administration faces fresh scrutiny after DoJ drops bribery case against Indian billionaire
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Trump administration faces fresh scrutiny after DoJ drops bribery case against Indian billionaire

Warren and Blumenthal raise concerns about case against Gautam Adani, who promised to invest $10bn in US The Trump administration is facing growing questions over its decision to abandon a fraud and bribery case against the Indian billionaire Gautam Adani after he promised to invest $10bn in the US. For the second time this…

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Nick Clegg plays down fears ‘godlike’ AI could exterminate humanity
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

Nick Clegg plays down fears ‘godlike’ AI could exterminate humanity

Former deputy PM now involved in tech industry says many within sector are ‘winding themselves up into a lather’ Nick Clegg has dismissed fears over AI’s “godlike power to exterminate humanity”, calling it a sign that tech bosses are “breathing their own fumes”. The former UK deputy prime minister said that tech bosses should…

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‘This gap opens up of doubt and scepticism about everything’: Jess and Morgs confront the politics of deepfakes
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

‘This gap opens up of doubt and scepticism about everything’: Jess and Morgs confront the politics of deepfakes

In the choreographers’ new work, virtuosic movement and some green-screen magic unfurl the theatricality of high-stakes television interviews It appears the interviewer has got him on the ropes. “For the record, I did not take part in a pagan ceremony with minor members of the royal family in which we daubed ourselves in…

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Housebuilder Vistry slashes profit forecasts as losses balloon
BusinessThe Guardian Business

Housebuilder Vistry slashes profit forecasts as losses balloon

Firm unveils further cost-cutting plan including job losses, blaming poor summer sales of private homes Vistry Group, one of Britain’s biggest housebuilders, has cut its annual profit expectations after half-year losses ballooned as it grappled with a £600m pile of unsold homes. Adam Daniel, the new chief executive of the Bovis…

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Philip R. Lane: The outlook for the euro area economy
MarketsEuropean Central Bank

Philip R. Lane: The outlook for the euro area economy

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UK ‘losing up to £6.5bn a year in EU trade’ without post-Brexit product deal
BusinessThe Guardian Business

UK ‘losing up to £6.5bn a year in EU trade’ without post-Brexit product deal

IPPR finds failure to align testing standards has forced companies to abandon exporting to EU and is costing costing 0.18% of national income The UK is losing out on annual exports to the EU that could be worth as much as £6.5bn without a deal with Brussels that allows manufacturers to jettison duplicate product testing. In…

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Alarm bells sound in Brussels as EU sales of Chinese hybrid cars rocket
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Alarm bells sound in Brussels as EU sales of Chinese hybrid cars rocket

Explosive growth in imported vehicles omitted from EV tariffs fuels concern for future of European carmakers EU imports three times more from China than bloc exports there Sales of Chinese hybrid cars have rocketed in the EU in the past four and a half years, data shows, underlining growing concerns in Brussels over the…

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Germany business sentiment improves further in September despite price concerns - Ifo
ForexInvestingLive

Germany business sentiment improves further in September despite price concerns - Ifo

Germany September Ifo business climate index 89.9 vs 89.1 expected Prior 88.8 Germany September Ifo business expectations 90.4 vs 89.3 expected Prior 89.1; revised to 89.0 Germany September Ifo current assessment index 89.5 vs 89.0 expected Prior 88.5 Things are looking on the up in Germany as the latest business climate index…

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France confidence stays weak in September as inflation pressures cloud the outlook
ForexInvestingLive

France confidence stays weak in September as inflation pressures cloud the outlook

The latest business and household confidence data released today: France September consumer confidence 86 vs 85 expected Prior 86 France September business confidence 96 vs 97 expected Prior 98 French consumer sentiment is seen holding steady in September, although still keeping well below the long-term average reading of…

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France September consumer confidence 86 vs 85 expected
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France September consumer confidence 86 vs 85 expected

The latest business and household confidence data released today: France September consumer confidence 86 vs 85 expected Prior 86 France September business confidence 101 vs 102 expected Prior 103 More to follow... This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Australians ‘scrambling’ for second jobs to deal with rising mortgage repayments and cost of living
EconomyThe Guardian Business

Australians ‘scrambling’ for second jobs to deal with rising mortgage repayments and cost of living

Latest data also shows unemployment at highest level since the pandemic, which analysts doubt will stop RBA hiking interest rates Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Australians are “scrambling” to find more work to cover soaring living expenses…

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‘Cash to trash’ levy on house developers too low to offset damage to Norfolk Broads, say critics
MarketsThe Guardian Business

‘Cash to trash’ levy on house developers too low to offset damage to Norfolk Broads, say critics

Exclusive: Levy that allows almost 16,000 houses to be built on Norfolk Broads will not cover cost of mitigating environmental damage, critics say A new levy on developers to allow almost 16,000 homes to be built in the environmentally protected Norfolk Broads has been cut by tens of thousands of pounds per house, the…

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investing Live Asia-Pacific market news: Xi lands for Trump summit
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investing Live Asia-Pacific market news: Xi lands for Trump summit

From 500 jets to salvage mode: Boeing's China hopes shrink ahead of summit Google readies Gemini 4 launch as it seeks to regain ground in the AI model race AUD little changed: Australia jobless rate hits 4.6%, highest since 2021, participation outpaces jobs beat Australian jobs data for August 2026. Unemployment rate 4.6%…

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Australia launches investigation after OpenAI agent hacked healthcare database
TechnologyThe Guardian Business

Australia launches investigation after OpenAI agent hacked healthcare database

Prime minister says he told Sam Altman he was disappointed it had taken OpenAI ‘way too long’ to disclose breach Anthony Albanese says an artificial intelligence agent developed by OpenAI hacked Medicare in June and the tech giant notified the government earlier this month using an email sent to a “public mailbox”.…

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Senator confirms ‘eight suicide attempts’ by US navy personnel assigned to USS Abraham Lincoln carrier group – as it happened
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

Senator confirms ‘eight suicide attempts’ by US navy personnel assigned to USS Abraham Lincoln carrier group – as it happened

Kirsten Gillibrand says acting US navy secretary told her of attempted suicides after carrier strike group’s lengthy deployment as part of US war in Iran. This blog is now closed.

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AUD little changed: Australia jobless rate hits 4.6%, highest since 2021, participation outpaces jobs beat
ForexInvestingLive

AUD little changed: Australia jobless rate hits 4.6%, highest since 2021, participation outpaces jobs beat

The muted reaction in AUD/USD reflects a report that offers something for both sides: headline hiring was strong, but a higher jobless rate and a fall in full-time roles temper the hawkish read. Rates markets are likely to treat the unemployment rise as a supply-side story, driven by participation, which keeps the focus on…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Heads up: China markets shut Friday for Mid-Autumn Festival, with week-long Golden Week break ahead
ForexInvestingLive

Heads up: China markets shut Friday for Mid-Autumn Festival, with week-long Golden Week break ahead

With mainland markets and Stock Connect shut on the final day of the Trump-Xi summit, Hong Kong equities and the offshore yuan become the main channel for pricing any China-related headlines. Thinner cross-border flows can amplify moves in Hong Kong-listed China names, since southbound mainland buying is absent.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Australian jobs data for August 2026. Unemployment rate 4.6% (expected 4.5%, prior 4.5%)
ForexInvestingLive

Australian jobs data for August 2026. Unemployment rate 4.6% (expected 4.5%, prior 4.5%)

Australian Employment Change 39.5K expected 20K, prior -15.8K Full Time Employment Change -6.3K prior 6.3K Part-Time 45.8K prior -32.2K Participation Rate 67.1% expected 66.9%, prior 66.9% --- Background: Australia jobs preview: NAB leans to 4.4% unemployment on 20k gain in a close call Australia jobs preview: CBA sees 15,000…

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Everything new coming to Meta’s AI agent Muse
TechnologyTechCrunch

Everything new coming to Meta’s AI agent Muse

CEO Mark Zuckerberg kicked off the company’s annual Connect event in Menlo Park on Wednesday with a keynote that made one thing clear: Meta is going all-in on Muse. It's even coming to Meta's AI glasses.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Japan flash PMI: growth slows to four-month low as price pressures stay intense
ForexInvestingLive

Japan flash PMI: growth slows to four-month low as price pressures stay intense

Sticky price pressures and the strongest hiring since February keep the inflation side of the Bank of Japan's case intact, even as activity growth slows. The survey's explicit link between cost pressures and the weak yen may add to policymakers' sensitivity to further currency weakness.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Meta debuts no-camera smart glasses and virtual reality spectacles
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

Meta debuts no-camera smart glasses and virtual reality spectacles

The new wearables come at a time of uncertainty for smart glasses, which are facing backlash over privacy concerns Meta announced an advanced new set of virtual reality glasses and a collection of new smart glasses Wednesday, including an audio-only version without a camera. At the firm’s Meta Connect conference in Menlo Park…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
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Statistics on Securities Financing Transactions in Japan
ForexBank of Japan

Statistics on Securities Financing Transactions in Japan

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Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Meta introduces camera-free AI glasses
TechnologyTechCrunch

Meta introduces camera-free AI glasses

Meta says the camera-free glasses will be lighter and have up to 12 hours of battery life.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
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US and China extend Busan trade truce to January 10 as Xi arrives for Trump summit
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US and China extend Busan trade truce to January 10 as Xi arrives for Trump summit

The extension removes a near-term cliff risk for Asian assets, with the truce otherwise due to expire in November, and should underpin the yuan and China-sensitive currencies such as the Australian dollar. Because an extension was widely signposted, the bigger swing factor is whether the summit produces the broader deal…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Australia jobs preview: NAB leans to 4.4% unemployment on 20k gain in a close call
ForexInvestingLive

Australia jobs preview: NAB leans to 4.4% unemployment on 20k gain in a close call

A dip to 4.4% would reinforce the view that Australia's labour market remains tight relative to RBA projections, likely supporting the Australian dollar and front-end yields as traders weigh the inflation trade-off the central bank has flagged. A steady 4.5% with modest job gains would largely match the RBA's own path and…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
UK defence contractors to offer 40,000 apprenticeships, placements and jobs
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UK defence contractors to offer 40,000 apprenticeships, placements and jobs

Wes Streeting says he leads a ‘ministry for growth’ as Labour seeks to show more defence spending will create UK jobs Defence contractors have promised to create 40,000 apprenticeships, work experience placements and jobs for young people each year, as Wes Streeting claimed to be overseeing a “ministry for growth”. Labour is…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
Economic and event calendar in Asia Thursday, September 24, 2026: Australian jobs report
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Economic and event calendar in Asia Thursday, September 24, 2026: Australian jobs report

Previews of the Australian jobs data are here: Australia jobs preview: CBA sees 15,000 gain, unemployment steady at 4.5% Australia jobs preview: employment seen rebounding in August, jobless rate at 4.5% AUD looks ready for a bounce back if the jobs data is strong. I'll have more to come on this separately.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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‘I miss old Google’: readers tell us how they search the internet in the age of AI
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

‘I miss old Google’: readers tell us how they search the internet in the age of AI

A feature called AI Overviews has been a profound change, and the browsing habits of billions of people are shifting Google has put artificial intelligence at the front and center of its search bar. The most-visited site on the internet still shows the same list of links to users, but they have to scroll past a summarized…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
investing Live Americas market news wrap: Strong US services PMI leads to a big breakdown in bonds
ForexInvestingLive

investing Live Americas market news wrap: Strong US services PMI leads to a big breakdown in bonds

US September S&P Global flash services PMI 58.7 vs 56.0 expected US treasury sells $70 billion of 5 year notes at a high yield of 5.033% Iranian president says Iran is open to diplomacy but will defend its interests in Hormuz Iranian official says reopening the Strait of Hormuz was discussed in U. S.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Bentley unveils its first fully electric car
MarketsBBC Business

Bentley unveils its first fully electric car

The SUVs will be built on a new production line in Crewe, which has been Bentley's base since 1946.

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
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Netflix releases trailer for Brad Bird's Ray Gunn
TechnologyArs Technica

Netflix releases trailer for Brad Bird's Ray Gunn

"It’s film noir and a hard-boiled detective story, but it’s got a lot more comedy and a lot more action."

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Bentley launches first fully electric car – with fake engine sounds to replace classic growl
BusinessThe Guardian Business

Bentley launches first fully electric car – with fake engine sounds to replace classic growl

Torcal SUV can travel up to 375 miles on a single charge and is part of a £350m investment in the VW-owned carmaker’s UK business Bentley is launching its first fully electric car – complete with a drum soundtrack to replace the growl of a combustion engine – as part of a £350m investment in its UK business. The vehicle, an…

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
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The old cybersecurity model is breaking
TechnologyTechCrunch

The old cybersecurity model is breaking

As concern over AI safety and rogue agents continue to make headlines, it’s no surprise that cybersecurity stocks are rising, or that investors are pouring massive amounts of capital into startups trying to build the next generation of security for an AI-native world. We’re even seeing companies like Instinct and Simile bring…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
McDonald’s to take on KFC and rivals as Gen Z flock to fried chicken
BusinessThe Guardian Business

McDonald’s to take on KFC and rivals as Gen Z flock to fried chicken

Fast food giant aiming to increase share of global chicken market as rising cost of beef hits profits McDonald’s is betting on fried chicken as health concerns and the rising price of beef shift dining habits. The company said that it aimed to take an extra 1.5 percentage point-share of the global chicken market by 2030, with…

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
US treasury sells $70 billion of 5 year notes at a high yield of 5.033%
ForexInvestingLive

US treasury sells $70 billion of 5 year notes at a high yield of 5.033%

The Treasury sold $70 billion of five-year notes at a high yield of 5.033%, compared with a when-issued (WI) yield of 5.002% just before the auction. That is a 3.1-basis-point tail, well above the six-auction average of 0.6 basis points.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Even Americans who use AI every day are worried about it
TechnologyTechCrunch

Even Americans who use AI every day are worried about it

The report suggests that greater exposure will not resolve the unease around the technology, nor reduce public support for AI regulation.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Germany pledges to phase out fossil fuels for first time with target of 2045
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Germany pledges to phase out fossil fuels for first time with target of 2045

Campaigners say plan marks notable shift away from oil and gas as previously pledges were only for carbon neutrality Europe’s biggest economy, Germany, has committed to phasing out fossil fuels by 2045, despite fierce debate about its green policies. In a roadmap published on Wednesday , the German government set out for the…

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
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Does Airtel Money mark the end of London’s listing drought? Not yet | Nils Pratley
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Does Airtel Money mark the end of London’s listing drought? Not yet | Nils Pratley

The biggest flotation in five years was a bit of a shoo-in. Let’s see what happens when overseas competition is tougher Indian billionaire’s payments firm plots biggest London flotation in years A win is a win, but we should probably contain our excitement about the biggest flotation in London for five years .

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
The digitalisation of money, payments and finance
MarketsEuropean Central Bank

The digitalisation of money, payments and finance

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SEC Charges South Florida Resident and His Company for Alleged Investment Scheme Defrauding Law Enforcement
MarketsU.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

SEC Charges South Florida Resident and His Company for Alleged Investment Scheme Defrauding Law Enforcement

The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged CMI Capital LLC and its founder and manager, Michael D. Williams, for an alleged fraudulent investment scheme that raised approximately $860,000 from at least 18 investors, many of whom are current or…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
A new wave of Connected Apps is rolling out to Gemini.
TechnologyGoogle Blog

A new wave of Connected Apps is rolling out to Gemini.

Gemini is adding new Connected Apps, including Adobe, Airtable, Linear, Peloton and more to help you easily tackle your to-do list.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
YouTube Music gets more conversational with new AI features
TechnologyTechCrunch

YouTube Music gets more conversational with new AI features

Built directly into the YouTube Music app, Ask Music lets users describe what they want to hear in everyday language rather than searching for individual songs or artists.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Gemini 3.8 text-to-speech says hello
TechnologyGoogle Blog

Gemini 3.8 text-to-speech says hello

Gemini 3.8 Flash-Lite TTS and Gemini 3.8 Flash TTS are our most expressive audio models yet.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Sakeena Fiza Helps NVIDIA Hardware Succeed at Scale
TechnologyNVIDIA Blog

Sakeena Fiza Helps NVIDIA Hardware Succeed at Scale

When Sakeena Fiza describes her work as a validation engineer at NVIDIA, she does so in terms more befitting a detective story than a world-class engineering lab. “Validation engineers look in the shadows and shine a light into every corner,” Fiza said.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
The EU’s Canada offer is more mood than reality but it could hint at a future geometry for the bloc
TechnologyThe Guardian Business

The EU’s Canada offer is more mood than reality but it could hint at a future geometry for the bloc

While Brussels and Ottawa desire a deeper partnership born of Trump-era volatility, ​the EU has no legal framework to accommodate it Don’t get This Is Europe delivered to your inbox? Sign up here The EU and Canada, Ursula von der Leyen said last week, “see the world with the same eyes”, with shared stances on everything from AI…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
YouTube will let you build your own algorithm with AI
TechnologyTechCrunch

YouTube will let you build your own algorithm with AI

YouTube’s new custom feeds let users describe the videos they want to see in their own words, then use Gemini to build a personalized feed around the request.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Manchester United report seventh straight annual loss and sell fans £125 grass clumps
BusinessThe Guardian Business

Manchester United report seventh straight annual loss and sell fans £125 grass clumps

Net loss of £43m for year ended 30 June 2026 Revenue hits record £677.6m and forecast to grow Manchester United have reported an annual loss for the seventh ­successive year, taking the club’s combined losses to £444m since 2019. The financial results were released as it emerged United are raising revenue by selling small…

Why it mattersThe update offers a fresh signal on company quality, cash flow and how investors may price future growth.
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Pornhub investigated over concerns it can still be accessed by UK children
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Pornhub investigated over concerns it can still be accessed by UK children

Watchdog Ofcom says site’s age-checking regime may not be ‘highly effective’, as required by the Online Safety Act One of the world’s most visited pornography websites is being investigated by the UK’s communications watchdog over concerns it can still be accessed by children. Pornhub’s age checking regime may not be “highly…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
Legal & General to cut 1,000 jobs by mid-2027
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Legal & General to cut 1,000 jobs by mid-2027

Programme will initially involve voluntary redundancies in the UK but the insurance and pensions firm will consider mandatory job cuts depending on the take-up Legal & General plans to cut 1,000 jobs by the middle of next year, about a tenth of the British insurance and pensions firm’s workforce. António Simões, the chief…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
Indian billionaire’s payments firm plots biggest London flotation in years
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Indian billionaire’s payments firm plots biggest London flotation in years

Sunil Bharti Mittal’s Airtel Money targets $9bn IPO in boost for ailing UK stock market Nils Pratley: Does this mark the end of London’s listing drought? Not yet A payments business that operates across Africa and is ultimately controlled by an Indian billionaire has announced its intention to float on the struggling London…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
The climate fight has one great ally. You just can’t look at it directly | Bill McKibben
MarketsThe Guardian Business

The climate fight has one great ally. You just can’t look at it directly | Bill McKibben

There is hope in solar power. As the UN meets, we are urging leaders to pursue a clear goal: clean energy for all by 2030 Our message to global leaders: we need solar power everywhere by the decade’s end As climate experts from around the world gather in New York for their annual week of talking through the world’s deepest…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
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Our message to global leaders: we need solar power everywhere by the decade’s end | Open letter
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Our message to global leaders: we need solar power everywhere by the decade’s end | Open letter

As the UN gathers, signatories from Bernie Sanders to Yeb Saño issue an open letter calling for clean power for all The climate fight has one great ally. You just can’t look at it directly We the undersigned write this letter out of great fear and great hope.

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UK economic outlook brighter as new government measures will boost growth, says OECD – business live
BusinessThe Guardian Business

UK economic outlook brighter as new government measures will boost growth, says OECD – business live

Oil prices fall for a sixth day in their longest losing streak in over a year, as Saudi Arabia reportedly restarts its east-west pipeline and amid hopes for progress in US-Iran talks The Co-op has called on Andy Burnham ’s government to “create an environment where we have confidence and certainty to invest” which it needs to…

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Three international bodies warn of risks of rising debt and soaring borrowing in major economies
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Three international bodies warn of risks of rising debt and soaring borrowing in major economies

IIF highlights challenges facing US, France, UK and Japan, while OECD and IMF also voice global concerns Three heavyweight international bodies have issued stark warnings about the risks of rising debt levels and soaring borrowing costs across large economies. The Paris-based Organisation for Economic Co-operation and…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
DOJ defends White House media ban, urges court to reject lawsuit
BusinessNPR Business

DOJ defends White House media ban, urges court to reject lawsuit

The Department of Justice defended President Trump's recent media ban, arguing that reporting by CNN, MS Now and Politico on a wide range of issues jeopardized national security and spread falsehoods.

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
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Major news outlets banned by Trump will have their day in court
BusinessNPR Business

Major news outlets banned by Trump will have their day in court

CNN, MS NOW, and Politico are asking a federal judge to hold the president in check for what they say is a violation of their Constitutional rights simply because he doesn't like how they cover him.

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
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New UK agency to fight ‘information warfare’ from likes of Russia, Burnham tells UN
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

New UK agency to fight ‘information warfare’ from likes of Russia, Burnham tells UN

PM aims to ‘stem poisonous tide’ of disinformation and deepfakes with National Centre for Information Defence Security chiefs will set up a new national centre to tackle disinformation and deepfakes from hostile states such as Russia, Andy Burnham has announced, saying the government had a duty to “stem the poisonous tide” from…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
London buses in decline? Why public transport in global cities is slowing to a crawl – visualised
MarketsThe Guardian Business

London buses in decline? Why public transport in global cities is slowing to a crawl – visualised

As experts fear for future of UK capital’s bus network, some commuters are giving up entirely. London is not alone – with worrying implications for the poorest in society Experts warn that slower buses risk driving passengers away: research cited by Transport for London (TfL) suggests a 10% fall in speed leads to a 6% drop in…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
Burnham navigates diplomatic rapids in first Trump meeting, but turbulent waters lie ahead
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Burnham navigates diplomatic rapids in first Trump meeting, but turbulent waters lie ahead

British aides express relief, as the prime minister’s team say the meeting was at the ‘top end of their expectations’ On the flight out to New York this week, one of Andy Burnham’s senior aides warned him that meeting Donald Trump would be the political equivalent of white water rafting. While there is a well-known playbook…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
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Qantas announces 18-hour direct flights from Sydney to New York with onboard ‘wellbeing zones’
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Qantas announces 18-hour direct flights from Sydney to New York with onboard ‘wellbeing zones’

Due to take off in 2028, it is set to be the national carrier’s second ultra long-haul route after Sydney to London Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Qantas says travellers will be able to fly between Sydney and New York in just 18 hours from…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
Critics of UK government’s economic forecaster are ‘shooting the messenger’, say MPs
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Critics of UK government’s economic forecaster are ‘shooting the messenger’, say MPs

Treasury committee rejects calls for fundamental reform of independent watchdog the Office for Budget Responsibility Attacks on the government’s independent economic forecaster from left and right of the political spectrum are akin to “shooting the messenger”, according to an influential group of MPs. The Treasury committee…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.

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