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A huge AI datacenter is planned near Mar-a-Lago. The Everglades could pay the price

Plans for hyperscale datacenter in Palm Beach county prompt concerns over water and electricity demandsAbout 16 miles (26km) west of the Mar-a-Lago estate on President Donald J Trump Highway, near the northern edge of the Florida Everglades, developers have proposed a hyperscale datacenter on a 202-acre (82-hectare) parcel of land surrounded by water. Local

Great Britain braced to pay millions for backup electricity during solar eclipse

Event expected to hit solar power just as fifth heatwave of summer increases use of air conditioning and fansGreat Britain is braced to pay millions for backup electricity supplies to prevent a shortfall on Wednesday evening as the near-total solar eclipse is expected to wipe out solar power generation.The government’s electricity grid operator is expected t

Tesla wants to build a $10B solar factory in Texas

Tesla wants to build a massive solar factory in Texas, but first it wants the state to chip in to defray the costs.

Form Energy raises $750M to build more 100-hour batteries for the grid

Form Energy has landed Google and Crusoe as customers. Now, it has raised $750 million to expand manufacturing to deliver its massive, 100-hour batteries.

Solana platform taps prediction market Kalshi for Wall Street-style high-speed data feed

Solana-based DoubleZero looks to meet institutional demands by adding prediction market Kalshi’s order book to its low-latency market data feed.

LA Lakers to be sold in record $12.5bn deal

The Los Angeles Lakers is to be sold for a reported record $12.5bn - less than a year after Mark Walter took a majority stake in the NBA franchise.

HashKey begins beta distribution of Hong Kong-regulated HKDAP stablecoin

HashKey has become an authorized distributor for Anchorpoint’s HKDAP, expanding institutional access as Hong Kong’s regulated stablecoin market takes shape.

Lovable confirms new $13.3B valuation, raises another $400M

This new funding comes after Lovable hit $500 million in annualized run rate revenue in June, the startup told TechCrunch.

XRP Bridge Drained After Software Treats Fake Deposits as Real

A flaw that went undetected during multiple audits allowed an attacker to create unbacked balances and withdraw XRP from the bridge’s reserves.

Facebook officially rolls out its standalone Creator Studio app with AI tools for creators

The new app launches with Facebook's AI creator assistant built into it, providing creators with personalized recommendations based on their content style, performance, audience engagement, and goals.

Goldman Sachs to acquire NEOS in $2.25B ETF deal

Goldman Sachs has agreed to acquire NEOS Investments for up to $2.25 billion, adding about $30 billion in assets and 19 options-based income ETFs to its asset management business. Goldman Sachs sets first-quarter 2027 closing target Goldman Sachs said in…

Crypto-Backed Loans, Explained: How to Unlock Cash Without Selling Your Bitcoin

A fixed-rate crypto-backed loan lets you borrow against BTC, ETH, or SOL while keeping your coins. Here's how they work.

How a $250 million acquisition collapsed into allegations of fraud and forged signatures

Investors are still waiting for their share of the $250 million windfall, and VideoVerse co-founder Vinayak Shrivastav is now at the center of multiple legal cases.

Death Note: The Musical review – wildly popular manga mystery is a killer night out

Barbican, LondonThe multi-platform phenomenon makes its way to the stage, with all the supernatural hijinks, J-horror tropes and emotional intensity intactWe know that people like to dress up for the theatre, but some of the crowd at Death Note: The Musical take it to a whole other level. Coiffured and corseted, bedecked in gauze or festooned with diamanté,

Sources: Kushner, Iger to buy Lakers for $12B

The Lakers are being sold to businessmen Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for $12.5 billion, a record-breaking price, multiple sources told ESPN.

CT3 begins preparations for CT3GB token listing

CT3 is preparing for the CT3GB token listing by expanding storage infrastructure, building reserves, upgrading smart contracts, and planning an independent audit. CT3 has started comprehensive preparations for the future CT3GB token listing as it expands the CT3 Cloud ecosystem.…

After selling 832 BTC to clear debt, this Nasdaq-listed crypto firm is using a 1-for-50 reverse split to mask its shrinking treasury

The proposed reverse split can address the $1 bid-price rule, but it cannot replace operating cash. The post After selling 832 BTC to clear debt, this Nasdaq-listed crypto firm is using a 1-for-50 reverse split to mask its shrinking treasury appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Pre-season: Newcastle vs Everton LIVE!

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England scrap midnight curfew after seven months

New Test captain Joe Root abolishes the midnight curfew imposed on the England team under predecessor Ben Stokes.

‘Whole and meaningful’: Red Roses coach John Mitchell becomes British citizen

New Zealand-born Mitchell became UK national in JulyEngland ready for revamped WXV tournamentEngland women’s World Cup-winning coach, John Mitchell, has revealed he became a UK citizen in July after a six-year process. He said it would make representing the country on a sporting stage “very whole and meaningful”.

‘The Office’ star British actor Lucy Davis reveals incurable cancer diagnosis

After keeping it private for 18 months, British actor Lucy Davis has now revealed she has incurable cancer.

Arsenal reignite interest in Aston Villa's Konsa

Aston Villa's central defender Ezri Konsa is thought to be Arsenal's preferred option in their search for a new central defender.

O'Sullivan's poor start to season continues with early China Open loss

Ronnie O'Sullivan's poor start to the new season continued after he lost 6-4 to Noppon Saengkham in the second round of the China Open.

Japanese Yen pares gains against US Dollar as markets digest US CPI

The Japanese Yen trims its gains against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday as in-line US CPI data fails to trigger a significant move. At the time of writing, USD/JPY trades around 159.20 after touching an intraday low of 158.58.

Oil: Tightening supply supports elevated prices – BNY

BNY notes Crude Oil prices remain elevated as doubts over a U.S.–Iran deal heighten supply concerns. The IEA reports global Oil markets tightened further in July, with demand, supply, refining runs and inventories all affected by geopolitical disruptions and high fuel prices.

Booksellers suspect AI firms are buying and then destroying rare books

AI firms quietly bulk buying rare books face resistance from booksellers.

After Microsoft threatened legal action, a security researcher publishes a new Windows zero-day bug

This is the latest zero-day released by security researcher Nightmare Eclipse, despite Microsoft publicly threatening to take legal action against them.

Cleveland Fed median CPI +0.3% vs +0.2% prior

Prior was +0.2% m/m16% trimmed mean CPI +0.2% vs 0.0% priorOn a 12-month basis:Median CPI 2.7% vs 2.7% prior16% trimmed-mean 2.6% vs 2.6% priorHere is the Cleveland Fed's description of what they're doing:A number of measures have been developed to measure underlying inflation. The CPI excluding food and energy prices (core CPI) removes price changes of the

White rips critics, backed by Fever after fans boo

Fever coach Stephanie White spoke out against her critics and received vocal support from Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham after she was booed in Indiana before Tuesday's win over the Liberty.

Skenes lifted after 65 pitches, mum on velo drop

Paul Skenes, battling another dip in his fastball velocity, was lifted after just 65 pitches in Tuesday's loss to the Marlins, leading to further speculation about the health status of the reigning National League Cy Young Award winner.

Trimble leaves UNC 'home,' commits to Louisville

Seth Trimble has committed to play for Louisville next season following the court ruling that gave class of 2022 high schoolers a fifth season of college eligibility.

Ex-QB Hasselbeck joins effort to find CTE in living

Former NFL quarterback Matt Hasselbeck recently spent two days going through a battery of scans and tests to determine how much collisions affected his brain. The hope is that it will be a small step toward diagnosing CTE in the living.

Tulsa kept from chance at LLBWS bid, judge rules

A Texas judge backed a decision to remove a Tulsa, Oklahoma, team from the Southwest Region and keep it from playing in Tuesday's title game for a spot in the Little League Baseball World Series, according to a statement from a Little League spokesperson.

A's Wilson sees errorless run live on after overturn

After his surprising error was overturned to a Tampa Bay hit on Tuesday night in his club's 12-4 loss to the Rays at Sutter Health Park, Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson's major-league-record errorless streak at the position was extended to 113 games.

'Awful' Raleigh takes blame as M's lose 5th in row

Cal Raleigh, saddled with a .159 average a year after finishing second in the AL MVP race, acknowledged his struggles after the Seattle Mariners' 4-1 loss to the New York Yankees on Tuesday night, telling reporters "I've got to find a way to be better."

📈 Names to know: Top 10 MLB prospect rankings

Who is rising and falling in every major league farm system after the trade deadline? Kiley McDaniel digs in.

Tafoya wins GOP Senate primary in Minnesota

Former NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya will compete for an open seat in the U.S. Senate after winning the Republican primary in Minnesota.

You and Me (and Whoever Comes Next) review – theatre crafted with love and care

Summerhall, Edinburgh Actor Keron Day draws on his experiences of getting along, or not, with live-in carers to give a pithy account of a complex relationshipThe stories told by Patch of Blue can be difficult to hear, but this vital theatre company is well aware of that. In the family drama Cassie and the Lights, at the fringe in 2022, one of the abandoned c

Why Bitcoin Barely Moved Even as US Inflation Cools to 3.4%

The tamest U.S. inflation print in months left crypto markets flat, with Bitcoin shrugging off the data hit.

Spotify to add label for AI-generated artists and remove them from recommendations

The new feature, starting from mid-September, will tell listeners if an artist is AI-generated.

From Dan Kendra to John Mateer, a investigation of jacked college QBs

Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer has turned heads this offseason with his massive arms. But has he gotten too big?

Silver jumps more than 2% after US inflation meets expectations

Silver (XAG/USD) accelerates its advance on Wednesday and trades around $66.00 at the time of writing, up 2.18% on the day.

US Dollar: Bearish momentum extends after CPI – TD Securities

TD Securities strategists note that July US inflation came in broadly in line with expectations, with headline CPI rising 0.1% m/m and core CPI increasing 0.2% m/m.

Silkroad Innovation Hub’s Road to Battlefield competition continues

The Road to Battlefield competition is now in its second year, and its purpose is to give founders across Central Eurasia a direct route to Startup Battlefield

AI agents aren’t legally responsible for any harm that they cause, experts say. So who is?

Following Australia’s first reported automated hacking accident, experts warn deployers – and possibly developers – of AI agents could be held liable for the actions of their botsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe law is clear, says Prof Jeannie Paterson. “If I deploy an AI agent and it causes harm to someone else, I am responsibl

Don’t Say Good Luck review – high-school musical weepie puts Sunny Sandler in the spotlight

A mother’s illness threatens to overshadow a stagestruck teen’s big break in a school production Do you, like me, have a soft spot for both high-school angst and Broadway showtunes – and maybe Douglas Goodhart’s amusing Master It! Insta reels on how to make it in musical theatre?

The End of Oak Street review – suburban dino-survival romp is more turkey than T-rex

The director of It Follows returns after the terrible Under the Silver Lake with a sub-Spielberg pastiche of big-lizard horror and domestic unrestDavid Robert Mitchell is back with his first film in eight years, this time produced by JJ Abrams. It is initially amusing but oddly inert; contrived, derivative, commercially driven and weirdly inconsequential, a

Bitcoin eyes $63K as US CPI relief sends September Fed rate pause odds to 60%

Bitcoin price action did not reflect relief in US CPI inflation numbers matching expectations amid a warning over $63,000 failing as support.

Miden bets on privacy stablecoins with introduction of USDCx

USDCx will let users transact without publicly exposing balances, counterparties or transaction histories, while allowing selective disclosure for compliance.

‘Houses with long histories are magical’: David Olusoga on the home history show that’s gripped the UK

At first, I worried that only historians would find A House Through Time compelling. But its appeal is so enduring that fans of the show stop me in the street to ask when they can watch moreWhy is that some TV programmes find an audience, catch people’s imaginations and become not just watched but loved?

Queen’s Brian May outraged by AI version of album cover and tells UK PM Andy Burnham: ‘You must stop it now’

"Maybe this is the time to realise WE ACTUALLY DON'T NEED AI," Brian May declared when posting a ridiculously poor version of what AI thinks one of Queen's albums looks like. He has urged UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to block AI "before it's too late".

President Trump says US has "total control" of Hormuz

United States (US) President Donald Trump used a post on Truth Social to declare that the US has "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday., Trump boasted about the American naval presence near the Persian Gulf, which he described as "a wall of steel".

Exotic pets, family houses and Lego: Here's what NFL rookies have spent their first paychecks on

Jeremiyah Love, Drew Allar and Carnell Tate are among the NFL rookies who just got their first pro contracts. How did they spend their new money?

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Crypto Long & Short:

In this week's Crypto Long & Short, LMAX Group's Jenna Wright argues that markets break down not from too little capital but from capital stuck in the wrong place, trapped by settlement cycles while risk reprices by the minute. She makes the case that stablecoins and tokenization are quietly becoming the plumbing that lets money move as fast as the risk it s

Buggers review – phenomenal flesh and blood portrait of Francis Bacon and George Dyer

Pleasance Courtyard, EdinburghThe painter and his lover are played with real intensity by Alistair Hall and Peter Clements, in a visceral psychodrama of contained violence and sadnessThe famously fraught relationship between the artist Francis Bacon and his lover-muse, George Dyer, has been much documented. So it is remarkable that this play by Alistair Hall

Euro steadies against Pound Sterling as traders await UK GDP verdict

The Euro (EUR) steadies against the Pound Sterling (GBP) on Wednesday, with EUR/GBP trading flat near the 0.8540 zone after two consecutive declines.

Canadian airline WestJet agrees to settle flight attendants’ sexual harassment class action

Female staff alleged company failed to maintain safe workplace, after allegations of sexual assault against pilotThe Canadian airline WestJet has agreed to pay C$4.5m (£2.4m) to settle a decade-long sexual harassment class action lawsuit levelled by its female flight attendants, who alleged the company failed to maintain a safe workplace.The suit followed al

What’s a wedding without a dirtbike doughnut? Hark1karan’s best photograph

‘On the day the youngest brother got married, they were out doing doughnuts and burnouts at eight in the morning’As a Londoner with Punjabi roots, I’d say one of the best places to experience Punjabi culture is Southall, in west London, which has one of the UK’s largest Punjabi communities. This was taken there back in March 2021, when I was looking for peop

Emerging Markets: Steepening Treasuries curb appeal – BNY

BNY’s Geoff Yu reports that sovereign bonds from commodity-based EM economies have seen accelerated selling after the Fed decision, despite a weaker Dollar and lower U.S. real yields.

As retail crypto trades collapse 73%, eToro drops $231 million to capture active US stock traders

July crypto trades fell to 1.4 million and average ticket size halved, while quarterly profit rose and eToro expanded into active US stock trading. The post As retail crypto trades collapse 73%, eToro drops $231 million to capture active US stock traders appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Will World Cup's top player Rodri join Barcelona or Real Madrid? Or stay at Man City?

After Rodri led Spain to World Cup glory, it's no surprise that Barcelona and Real Madrid both want him. Will he move this summer or remain at Man City?

Transfer rumors, news: Maresca wants Man City to sign Chelsea duo

Man City boss Enzo Maresca is keen to be reunited with two of his most-trusted Chelsea players, Enzo Fernandez and Pedro Neto. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Ranked: The 30 best men's soccer club managers in Europe

ESPN ranks the top 30 men's managers in the European club game. Who is going to be No.

‘Be adults’: Joe Root gets rid of England Test team’s midnight curfew

‘I don’t think they work,’ says returning Test captain Root takes charge for three-match Pakistan seriesJoe Root has abolished the midnight curfew for his England Test side, telling his players to “be adults” after a string of late-night incidents.A curfew was imposed on the England men’s teams after their Ashes defeat in the winter, when the on-field action

Lakers to be sold in record-breaking £9bn deal

The Los Angeles Lakers are set to be sold for a record-breaking $12.5bn (£9.25bn) to Josh Kushner, the venture capitalist who was at the centre of FIFA's proposed new commercial structure.

Josh Kushner and Bob Iger reportedly buying Los Angeles Lakers for $12.5bn

Mark Walter bought team last year for $10bnIger and Kushner aim to ‘compete at the highest level’Josh ⁠Kushner and Bob Iger ⁠are purchasing ⁠the ​Los Angeles Lakers for more ⁠than $12.5bn in a record-breaking ⁠deal, ESPN reported ​on ‌Wednesday, citing ‌sources with knowledge ‌of the deal.Billionaire Mark Walter purchased a majority stake of the ‌NBA team la

Everything announced at Made by Google ’26: Pixel 11, Pixel Watch 5, Pixel Tag, and tons of Gemini features

From the Pixel 11 series and a brand new competitor to Apple’s AirTag, here are all the announcements from the Made by Google 2026 event.

Cadillac sack team principal Lowdon as Budkowski takes charge

Cadillac have sacked team principal Graeme Lowdon and replaced him with Marcin Budkowski in what Formula 1's 2026 newcomers claim is a "planned leadership transition".

Burnham warned Iran war could hit UK growth next year

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

Lionel Messi has ‘quite a few doubts’ about football future after death of his father

Messi’s father, ⁠Jorge, died last week at age of 68Argentinian suggests he may not play on much longerLionel Messi said on Wednesday that he is having doubts about continuing his career following the death of his father last week. Messi’s father, ⁠Jorge, died last week aged 68 at a medical clinic in the Argentinian city of Rosario after a long illness.In a t

In Venice, it’s not politics as usual as film-makers aim to recapture our attention

As social media shrinks and distorts the EU’s crises, the Venice film festival is delivering politically forthright epics from directors such as Sergei Loznitsa and Alex Gibney• Don’t get This Is Europe delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereEurope is in an economic crisis that, unlike the eurozone downturn at the beginning of the millennium, cannot be measure

‘Nightmare fodder’: Roku’s AI slop channel is even worse than expected

Fairground TV is a 24/7 channel devoted to low-quality AI content for viewers sick of watching real people move in ways that won’t haunt youThe appeal of Roku is that, whatever you happen to want to watch, there will almost certainly be a live channel for it. Just want to watch Little House on the Prairie?

A Routing Bug Took Solana 86% of the Way to Losing Finality

A malformed default route at a single hosting provider took almost 29% of staked SOL offline, against a 33% threshold.

Google’s Quick Share adds a tap-to-share mode

Google's Quick Share feature is getting a tap-to-share mode for quickly exchanging contacts, photos, videos, and more.

Lawrence and Daly lose England central contracts as Borthwick looks to World Cup

Duo are notable omissions from England’s 25-man listAlex Coles and Asher Opoku-Fordjour both includedOllie Lawrence and Elliot Daly have both lost their central contracts, with Steve Borthwick omitting the pair from his 25-man squad a year before England’s World Cup campaign begins.Neither Lawrence nor Daly – who was nursing an arm injury – featured in the t

US inflation eases as food and fuel costs cool

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

The 10 storylines that will shape the rest of this MLB season

An epic MVP battle. A Triple Crown pursuit.

Briton Obada retires from NFL to pursue 'true calling'

After growing up in foster care, Efe Obada spent 10 years as an NFL player yet only now, on his retirement, does he feel he has found his "life's purpose".

From sensation to spectacular, to silence: the strange history of Coleridge-Taylor’s Song of Hiawatha

Chances to hear Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s choral masterpiece in concert are rare. Ahead of its belated Edinburgh festival premiere with the Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, we look at the epic work - and its epic baggageThe Song of Hiawatha, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s setting of Henry Longfellow’s poem, comes to the Edinburgh international festival next wee

British Pound: Improving sentiment supports gains against US Dollar – Scotiabank

Scotiabank strategists Shaun Osborne and Eric Theoret report the British Pound (GBP) is posting fractional gains versus the US Dollar (USD) and outperforming G10 peers as improving sentiment supports price action.

Fire end campaign with comfortable win over Spirit

Georgia Wareham hits her first Hundred half-century as Welsh Fire end their campaign with a comfortable 15-run win over London Spirit.

Messi hints at retirement in tribute to late father

Lionel Messi has admitted he has doubts over whether he will continue his playing career following the death of his father, Jorge, saying, "I don't know how to carry on."

Google reveals 2026 hardware lineup: Pixel 11, Pixel Watch 5, and Pixel Tag

Google focuses more on AI and curated experiences than spec upgrades in 2026.

Why we’re going back to the games of our youth

As millennials return to the games of their youth, remakes of Star Fox and Halo suggest there is still plenty to learn from the past• Don’t get Pushing Buttons delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereAs much as some people more or less cease to listen to new music in their 30s, I have noticed a retreat to safe, familiar gaming territory among some of my fellow

Inflation eases in July as gasoline and grocery prices fall

Consumer prices in July were up 3.4% from a year ago — a smaller annual increase than in May or June. The news makes it less likely the Fed will feel the need to raise interest rates in September.

Canadian Dollar steadies as US inflation meets expectations, Oil limits downside

USD/CAD trades around 1.3915 on Wednesday at the time of writing, virtually unchanged on the day with a modest decline of 0.06%.

Kalshi Adds Real-Time Market Data Feed Through DoubleZero

The service gives trading firms access to Kalshi’s sports and crypto order books over DoubleZero’s fiber network.

Google’s Pixel 11 lineup offers fewer hardware changes, but much more Gemini

The Google Pixel 11 series starts $100 costlier than the last year, but offers 256GB base storage.

Google unveils the Pixel Watch 5 with a smarter Gemini and advanced health monitoring

The new smartwatch, which starts at $399, can track blood pressure patterns and insulin resistance, as well as deliver personalized help and better sleep tracking.

Google takes on AirTag with the new $29 Pixel Tag

Google’s new Pixel Tag taps into its Find Hub network to help users track lost keys, bags, and other items.

Google’s new Pixel 11 Pro Fold offers a stronger build and brighter screens

The Pixel 11 Pro Fold will cost $1,899.

NVIDIA CEO Tops Glassdoor’s 2026 List of Best CEOs

NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang is ranked No. 1 on Glassdoor’s Best CEOs list for 2026.

Made by Google 2026

Check out the latest announcements about Pixel devices at Made by Google 2026.

Now you can connect even more of your favorite apps and services to Gemini.

Connect your favorite services directly to Gemini to help you plan trips, manage projects and tackle your daily to-do list.

Sharing between Pixel devices is now just a tap away.

Sharing between Android devices is even easier, starting with Pixel. Use Quick Share and tap to send contact info and more.

7 can’t-miss updates from our Pixel 11 launch

The new Pixel 11 lineup offers the best of Gemini Intelligence and brings our biggest camera upgrades in years.

The Pixel 11 series: Your most personal Pixel yet

Discover the Google Pixel 11 lineup featuring updated camera hardware, the Tensor G6 chip, LED HiLight notifications and faster Gemini AI support.

Keep tabs on your valuables with Google Pixel Tag

Google Pixel Tag locates keys, wallets, and luggage via Bluetooth Channel Sounding and Find Hub. Check specs, price, and compatibility.

Pixel Watch 5: Proactive assistance and advanced health tracking on your wrist

Google Pixel Watch 5 offers proactive alerts, low-latency Gemini AI features, and health tracking to keep you connected.

Here’s your first look at the newest Pixel devices.

Here’s a first look at our new Pixel devices, including new Pixel 11 phones, Pixel Watch 5, and our first-ever Pixel Tag.

New accessories for Pixel 11 phones are here.

Google is rolling out new Pixel accessories as part of Made by Google

Here’s what’s new with Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Pixel Buds 2a.

Google is launching a new color and upgraded features for Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Pixel Buds 2a as part of Made by Google.

Track subtle changes in your body with Health Guardian features on Pixel and Fitbit

A new level of proactive health and wellness is coming to your wrist.

How your Pixel Watch steps in if you stop breathing

Breathing emergency detection calls emergency services when you stop breathing so you can get potentially life-saving care.

How we built the new GPS on Pixel Watch 5

The Pixel Watch 5 offers our most accurate GPS route tracking yet, helping you retrace where you went on runs, hikes, and bike rides.

Google’s most sophisticated foldable: Pixel 11 Pro Fold

Pixel 11 Pro Fold is our latest foldable with a thinner and lighter design, a new main camera, and enhanced intelligence tools.

Kalshi launches sports and crypto perps data feed on DoubleZero

Kalshi launched access to its sports and crypto perpetual data feed through DoubleZero’s dedicated fiber network to bolster institutional data access.

Fire finish on a high with win over Spirit

Georgia Wareham hits her first half-century of the campaign to give Welsh Fire a 15-run win over London Spirit in their final game of the Women's Hundred.

Villa close in on Atletico defender Ruggeri

Aston Villa close in on the signing of Atletico Madrid defender Matteo Ruggeri.

Messi unsure he will play 'much longer' after father's death

Lionel Messi says he is unsure how much longer he will continue playing football in an emotional tribute after his father's death.

Mike Clay's Playbook, Part 2: Draft tips for nontraditional formats

No matter which type of league you play in, Mike Clay gives you a guide to being a savvy, title-winning manager.

Draft Guide: Rankings, mock drafts and analysis

Your one-stop shop as you prep for draft season, including rankings, projections and analysis.

Inter in advanced talks for Spurs full-back Spence

Inter Milan are in advanced talks to sign Tottenham and England full-back Djed Spence in a deal worth a minimum of £25.6m.

Pound Sterling retains gains as US CPI trims September Fed hike odds

GBP/USD trades modestly higher on Wednesday as the US Dollar (USD) comes under mild pressure following the release of the latest US inflation figures. However, the market reaction remains limited as the data broadly matched expectations.

Global energy watchdog warns oil stockpiles ‘rapidly depleting’ – business live

The International Energy Agency calls for urgent reopening of the strait of Homuz amid ongoing pressure on global oil suppliesOpec has lowered its full-year forecast for world oil demand growth for the fourth month in a row.The oil producing cartel said it was now expecting oil demand to have grown to 580,000 barrels per day, according to a copy of the month

Smart contract blockchain Solana nearly froze Wednesday, Marinade Finance says

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Smart contract blockchain Solana nearly froze Wednesday, Marinade Finance says”.

NFL training camp buzz notebook: Updates on Caleb Downs, Denzel Boston, Jalen Hurts, more

Here's what we heard on the road at training camp for the 49ers, Bengals, Bills, Browns, Cowboys, Eagles, Jets, Raiders, Ravens, Seahawks and Steelers.

NFL training camp updates: Purdy impresses in joint practice against Titans

Get all the latest news, intel and insights on NFL training camps from our team of reporters in the field.

Researchers found a way to hijack devices through Zoom screen sharing

A public AI tool found the dangerous Zoom flaw in under 20 prompts.

Brazil: Lula victory could deepen fiscal risks - Societe Generale

Societe Generale analysts Brendan McKenna and Dev Ashish outline scenarios for Brazil’s 2026 election, assigning a 65% probability to President Lula winning a fourth term and 30% to Flavio.

Formula E finds a new home on Disney+, ESPN+

The deal starts with the arrival of the GEN4 car and 2026/2027 season this December.

Texas Tech's QB questions and what happens in the Big 12 in 2026

Even with the change at QB, the Red Raiders are the team to beat, but contenders are out there.

The most expensive engagement ring ever? Everything we know about Ronaldo’s jaw-dropping diamond

Cristiano Ronaldo and his longtime partner Georgina Rodríguez are officially married - but the real mystery remains on her finger.

Slovenia joins EU’s MiCA stablecoin register with first issuer

Slovenia entered the EU’s MiCA stablecoin register through electronic money institution Dinaro, as the update also added two new CASPs.

XRP loses $1 for the first time since Trump’s 2024 election as bearish bets surge and 200,000 XRP stolen

XRP slipped below $1 as leverage rebuilt and selling pressure deepened across the market. Data from CryptoSlate showed that the digital asset fell as low as $0.99 during the session, its weakest level since November 2024, when Donald Trump won the US presidential election.

Five players get first England deals in Borthwick shake-up

Asher Opoku-Fordjour, Alex Coles, Guy Pepper, Jack van Poortvliet and Seb Atkinson are handed England central contracts for the first time as Steve Borthwick shakes up his squad.

El Salvador’s Bitcoin experiment turns 5: ‘It was for us, not them’

Five years after El Salvador made Bitcoin legal tender, the experiment has fallen short of its original promises for locals, but it’s been great for Bitcoin’s global profile.

Coles and Opoku-Fordjour among 25 England players given enhanced contracts

Alex Coles and Asher Opoku-Fordjour are among five England players to be awarded an enhanced contract by the RFU for the first time.

Pi Network price gains 5% as CPI cools, upgrade passes

Pi Network price rose more than 5% toward $0.090 on Aug. 12 as the Protocol 26 deadline passed and softer U.S.

Wintermute to pour $1B into AI, high-frequency trading amid TradFi expansion: Report

Wintermute will reportedly invest $1 billion in AI infrastructure and high-frequency trading as part of its expansion into traditional finance.

Standard Chartered-led Anchorpoint launches Hong Kong dollar stablecoin

HashKey Exchange and OSL Group are now authorized distributors, enabling institutional and professional investors to mint and redeem HKDAP tokens.

United Kingdom: Resilience tested as data mixed – Rabobank

Rabobank's Senior FX Strategist Jane Foley reviews recent United Kingdom (UK) data against Eurozone performance. Foley notes Eurozone Q2 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) at 0.4% q/q and a 0.7% UK upturn in the three months to May.

Fragrant fortunes: Doha's Teeb Al Hazm plans London debut as Gulf perfumes gain wider appeal

From oud and bukhoor to niche fragrance houses, the Teeb Al Hazm perfume exhibition reflects the Gulf's enduring love of scent as organisers prepare to take the concept to Europe.

South Korea crisis deepens over sexual favours scandal

The South Korean FA apologises amid a series of controversies and a police raid on its headquarters.

Jack Lowden for James Bond: Did British TV presenter and author Richard Osman leak identity of the new 007?

Speaking on his podcast, Richard Osman claimed to have insider knowledge that suggests a certain Scottish actor could be next in line to play James Bond...

Home run history, .400 seasons and more: What was lost to the 1994 MLB strike - and what it means for 2027

With a labor battle that feels a lot like it did 32 years ago, we explore an alternate past -- and a potential future -- of Major League Baseball.

Draper in line to meet Djokovic at Cincinnati Open

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Rutschman debut can't jolt suddenly slumping Sox

Catcher Adley Rutschman, who was acquired at last week's trade deadline, made his debut for the Red Sox on Tuesday night, collecting a single and two walks in Boston's 5-3 loss to the Blue Jays in Toronto.

La Liga to inspect Celta Vigo's pitch after fungus outbreak

La Liga officials are set to inspect the pitch at Celta Vigo's Estadio de Balaidos over a suspected fungus outbreak.

‘Today’s Brazilians have no idea what it feels like to lose democracy’: Joyce Moreno on her battles to become a Latin musical great

After her defiant femininity outraged many in Brazil, she lived through a military dictatorship and was boycotted for years. But after more than 30 albums, she explains how she kept goingAt 78, Joyce Moreno is one of Brazil’s musical icons, but for decades that status seemed far from assured: this headstrong singer, guitarist and composer was frequently view

Championship angst: why the sense of rejuvenation in EFL is not universal

The lineup of Championship teams this season is fearsome, leaving some supporters fearing a long slog to comeA new season is supposed to be about renewed hope and optimism, a fresh campaign opening up a world of possibilities, a clean slate. But with the English Football League due to kick off on Friday night when Wolves host Blackburn in the Championship, t

America doesn’t need a second-class payments system

If an institution qualifies to participate in America’s banking system, it should have a clear path to America’s payment system, argues Anchorage Digital's Rachel Anderika.

Fery feels 'no added pressure' despite being British No 1 as he returns

Arthur Fery insists he feels “no added pressure” as the new British No 1 prepares to return to action this weekend for the first time since his memorable run to the Wimbledon semi-finals.

Vikings confirm Murray as starting QB

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Oil: Chinese demand recovery could lift prices – NBC

National Bank of Canada's (NBC) Jocelyn Paquet analyzes how China’s sharp reduction in petroleum imports helped offset the Middle East supply shock and limit Oil price gains. The July rebound in Chinese imports is highlighted as historically large in percentage terms.

Anchorpoint launches HKDAP stablecoin for institutional users in Hong Kong

Standard Chartered-backed Anchorpoint has begun the phased rollout of its Hong Kong dollar-backed HKDAP stablecoin, opening beta access to institutional distributors and professional investors for payments, fiat conversion and tokenized asset settlement. Anchorpoint said on Wednesday that the first phase…

Bakery buys comedian's former sites after closure

Bakery business Janes Pantry confirms its plans to reopen at least 20 of the Coughlans shops.

Euro remains little changed as US CPI fails to surprise the markets

EUR/USD trades around 1.1550 on Wednesday at the time of writing, up a modest 0.08% on the day.

U.S. CPI inflation slows to 3.4% as expected, bitcoin holds near $64,000

Both headline and core inflation matched economists’ expectations, while bitcoin held near $64,000 and Treasury yields declined.

Fidelity files with SEC to add staking to Ethereum ETF

Fidelity plans to add staking to its Ether fund, with 85% of rewards retained by FETH and quarterly cash distributions planned for investors.

US inflation cooled slightly to 3.4% in July but prices still elevated

Energy is cheaper than at its peak in late April, but gas is still nearly $1 a gallon more expensive than before the Iran warUS consumer prices cooled slightly in July as the annualized inflation rate dipped down to 3.4%, though prices still remain higher than levels seen before the war with Iran.Though inflation decreased 0.7% in June during a brief ceasefi

Ethereum price rebounds 3% as CPI lifts ETH above $1,900

Ethereum price rebounded from $1,850 to trade above $1,900 on Aug. 12 as softer U.S.

Did poop enable the evolution of complex animals?

In a recent study, evolution gets even messier than usual.

Smaller balls, anthem test & tough schedule - England gear up for WXV

England's Red Roses are in pre-season training before the upcoming WXV Global Series and have been using the controversial smaller balls.

Canada Building Permits for June 18.5% vs 0.8% estimate

Prior month -1.7% revised to -3.0%Building permits for June +18.5% vs +0.8% estimate. Needless to say much stronger than expected.

Major Economic Indicators Latest Numbers

Consumer Price Index (CPI): +0.1% in Jul 2026 News Release Historical Data Unemployment Rate: 4.1% in Jul 2026 News Release Historical Data Payroll Employment: -23,000(p) in Jul 2026 News Release Historical Data Average Hourly Earnings: +$0.02(p) in Jul 2026 News Release Historical Data Producer Price Index - Final Demand: -0.3%(p) in Jun 2026 News Release H

US July CPI 3.4% y/y vs 3.4% expected

Prior was 3.5%Unrounded +3.365%CPI m/m +0.1% vs +0.1% expPrior CPI was -0.4%Unrounded CPI m/m +0.074% vs -0.422% priorCore readings:Core y/y 2.5% vs 2.5% expected -- lowest since FebPrior core was 2.6%Core m/m +0.2% vs +0.2% expectedPrior m/m +0.0%Unrounded +0.215% m/m vs -0.017% prior Core-CPI services ex-Rent/OER (supercore) was +0.189% m/m vs. -0.203% pri

Root removes England curfew

Joe Root has ruled out a curfew under his England Test captaincy and implored his players to behave like "grown adults" ahead of his first series back at the helm against Pakistan.

FEDS Paper: Government bond-backed repo markets: between resilience and vulnerability

Ayelen Banegas, Lucas Devigne, Mulalo Mamburu, Kleopatra Nikolaou, Anna Samarina, Fabio TamburriniThis paper synthesizes the literature on vulnerabilities in government bond-backed repo markets, focusing on the features that contribute to both the fragility and stability of these markets. The literature shows that the same features that enable efficient liqu

SEC and CFTC plans to write crypto rules without Congress – but they can’t make them permanent

CFTC Chair Michael Selig said on Aug. 4 that the agency has crypto rule proposals ready and plans to finalize them before the current administration ends, regardless of whether Congress passes the CLARITY Act.

IEA forecasts 4.3 million bpd drop in global Oil supply

The International Energy Agency (IEA) cut its global Oil supply and demand forecasts for 2026 amid shipping disruptions in the Middle East.

Panama canal fees soar due to Iran war and El Niño as ship ‘pays $4m to jump queue’

Falling water levels linked to weather system are expected to limit number of slots to transit shipping laneCommercial ships travelling through the Panama canal are facing a rise in costs amid disruption triggered by the Iran war and falling water levels linked to this year’s intense El Niño weather system.Highlighting the fragility of global trade, a contai

Australian Dollar: Gradual gains against US Dollar remain likely – MUFG

MUFG’s Michael Wan reports the Reserve Bank of Australia kept its policy rate at 4.35% in a unanimous decision. AUD/USD initially dipped on the statement but later rebounded as Governor Bullock reiterated hawkish inflation concerns.

Live facial recognition cameras to be used on UK’s busiest shopping street

Sadiq Khan has indicated the technology will be deployed on London’s Oxford Street despite human rights concernsThe Metropolitan police are understood to be planning to use live facial recognition (LFR) technology on Britain’s busiest shopping street.In June, the Met said it would introduce the technology in London’s West End by Christmas and into a further

New York City Council probes Polymarket, Kalshi over marketing practices

The New York City Council has opened an investigation into the marketing practices of four prediction market platforms, including Polymarket, Kalshi, Coinbase and Gemini Titan, over allegations that event-contract firms may use deceptive advertising to attract consumers. The office of…

LA Phil/Dudamel; Fantasia Orchestra / Fetherstonhaugh/Glennie reviews – high-contrast programming

Royal Albert Hall, LondonThe first of two evening proms began with the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s polished but polite Beethoven and intoxicating Adès. Later, the Fantasia orchestra’s bitty playlist-type programme only occasionally sparked into life.This evening was, in a sense, a tale of two orchestras.

Steph still on track to be Warrior for life, GM says

Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy expressed confidence once again that Stephen Curry -- who is on an expiring deal this season -- will remain with the Warriors until he retires.

US Dollar: Soft CPI risks weigh on outlook – ING

ING’s Chris Turner expects US July CPI to be the key driver for the Federal Reserve’s next move, with consensus looking for subdued headline and core readings that edge closer to the 2% target.

Morning Minute: The CFTC Bails Out Kalshi in NY

The CFTC keeps going to bat for Kalshi while the ultimate prediction market court battle looms, with the fate of the sector in the balance.

'We thought we had arrived': Inside Dan Quinn's master plan to revive the Commanders

After a 5-12 season, Dan Quinn spent the offseason searching for ways to sharpen a Washington team he felt had lost some of its edge.

See inside the new Highmark Stadium as Bills practice and fans take it in

ESPN chronicled the Buffalo Bills' "Return of the Blue & Red night" on Saturday, the first public event held at the new Highmark Stadium.

'I hope he knows about it': White Sox's pope hat giveaway draws major crowd

Ever since the election of Pope Leo, a Chicago native and White Sox fan, the team has embraced the connection.

College football 2026: How much does a Power 4 starter earn?

We talked to general managers, staffers and agents from around the nation to put a price on each position.

2027 recruiting class rankings: Colorado cracks top 40 in latest update

Summer recruiting is winding down. Here's how the top classes are shaping up.

GB's Burgin and Pattison through to 800m final

Great Britain's Max Burgin and Ben Pattison finish first and second in their semi-final races to qualify for the 800m final, while Ireland's Mark English also qualifies for the final after breaking the European Athletics Championship record time for the event.

Bitwise Cuts 14% of Staff as Crypto Slump Reaches ETF Issuers

The reduction matches the percentage shed by Coinbase in May, and follows shutdowns at BitMEX and BitMart.

Japanese Yen: Intervention doubts as flows favor US Dollar – BNY

BNY’s Wee Khoon Chong highlights that institutional investors bought Dollar and sold Japanese Yen after the June BoJ hike, and again following late-July joint intervention to weaken USD/JPY. Despite official action, real money treated the move as a USD/JPY buying opportunity.

Dubois on collision course with Turkish rival? MVP announce Turhan signing

Caroline Dubois could settle her rivalry with Elif Nur Turhan after the Turkish world champion signed for Most Valuable Promotions.

FTC Sends More than $23.8 Million to Drivers and Diners Harmed by Grubhub’s Deceptive Advertising Claims and Other Unlawful Conduct

The Federal Trade Commission is sending payments totaling more than $23.8 million to drivers harmed by Grubhub’s deceptive earnings claims and diners harmed by the company’s misleading and unlawful conduct.View Press Release

investingLive European markets wrap: Gold stays poised, dollar tentative awaiting US CPI report

Headlines:What is the distribution of forecasts for the US CPI?What to expect from the US CPI report later today?Iran reportedly maintains that there are no discussions over ceasefire extension as the pact doesn't exist anymoreUSD/JPY stalls ahead of a key US CPI report; BoJ expected to raise rates in SeptemberBitcoin Forecast Today: Why BTC Is Struggling Be

New Zealand Dollar slides as Middle East tensions give US Dollar the upper hand

NZD/USD extends its decline for a third consecutive day on Wednesday and trades around 0.5860 at the time of writing, down 0.28% on the day.

Bitcoin price rebounds from $63,200 as CPI looms

Bitcoin price recovered above $64,000 on Aug. 12 after a leveraged-position flush drove BTC into the $63,200 support zone ahead of key U.S.

United States Dollar Index trades calmly ahead of US Inflation data

The US Dollar (USD) reflects a sideways performance against its peers ahead of the United States (US) Consumer Price Index (CPI) data is scheduled to be published at 12:30 GMT.

Why is the Japanese Yen stuck near 159.25 after the first joint US-Japan intervention since 2011?

The Japanese Yen (JPY) continues to navigate complex market dynamics, consolidating near the 159.25 level against the US Dollar (USD) following a sharp upward push.

EUR/USD Price Forecast: Biding its time near 1.1550, awaiting US CPI numbers

The Euro (EUR) nurses marginal gains against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, with the EUR/USD pair flattening just below the 1.1550 level during the European trading session.

GBP/JPY Price Forecast: Recovery stalls below the 50-day SMA

GBP/JPY holds firm on Wednesday, trading within Monday’s range as the Japanese Yen (JPY) stays on the back foot, having given up nearly half of the gains triggered by the joint US-Japan intervention. At the time of writing, the cross trades around 215.12, virtually unchanged on the day.

FlightAware drops Kalshi lawsuit over a market niche that data shows it never took off

The flight-tracking company voluntarily dismissed, without prejudice and without sharing a motive for its decision. However, the flight cancellation market never took off with Kalshi users.

British Pound: Strong Q2 may give way to flat growth - TD Securities

TD Securities strategists expect United Kingdom (UK) June Gross Domestic Product (GDP) data to show a reversal of May’s strength in professional services, offsetting solid retail sales and leaving the Index of Services flat, with modest industrial weakness keeping monthly GDP at 0.0% m/m.

Even if Bitcoin rises 30% a year this renewable mining model still loses money as hashrate keeps pace

Bitcoin trades near $63,600, below the lowest Bitcoin price researchers tested against a modeled wind-powered mining operation in a new Energy Economics study. At that price level, their model shows no payback within six years under any curtailment scenario they ran.

Kick It Out chair Bhandari to step down from role

Kick It Out chair Sanjay Bhandari will step down from his role at the end of the 2026-27 season.

Fever’s White says critics can ‘go to hell’ over handling of Sophie Cunningham controversy

Coach was booed by sections of Fever fanbaseFever’s success on court continues despite distractionsIndiana Fever coach Stephanie White has pushed back on those who have criticized how she has handled the controversy that erupted after Saturday’s game between her team and the Chicago Sky.Sky’s DiJonai Carrington was ejected for a Flagrant 2 foul after she str

US Dollar: Inflation data and Middle East risks – Commerzbank

Commerzbank FX analyst Antje Praefcke notes that July US inflation is expected to rise only 0.1% month-on-month, with headline and core rates slipping to 3.4% and 2.5% year-on-year.

Russia moves to restrict retail crypto trading to bitcoin, ether and USDT

Non-qualified investors face a 300,000-ruble (approx. $3,600) annual purchase limit per intermediary, while qualified investors have no cap.

XRP trading could get spicy after CPI report as futures bets hit highest since October

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How will relegated trio fare in the Championship?

BBC Sport England looks at how the three relegated sides - West Ham, Burnley and Wolves - will navigate the Championship this season.

Iran confirms no discussions over US-Iran ceasefire extension for now - Reuters

According to a senior Iranian source, there are no discussions about extending the ceasefire between Iran and the US, Reuters reported.

Premier League 2026-27 preview No 6: Chelsea

After a period of underachievement and upheaval for the Blues, the arrival of Xabi Alonso could signal a change in fortunesGuardian writers’ predicted position: 3rd (NB: this is not necessarily Billy Munday’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips)Last season’s position: 10th Continue reading...

‘It is just smelling football’: Tielemans says adjusting to life at United has come naturally

Midfielder says experience has helped him settle in‘It’s what I’ve been doing from when I was young’Youri Tielemans has stated that adjusting to Michael Carrick’s vision for Manchester United has been as easy as “smelling football” for the vastly experienced £35m midfield signing.The 29-year-old, who joined from Aston Villa last month, made his debut for And

I owe Villa the world but Man Utd are above them - Tielemans

Manchester United new boy Youri Tielemans gives his first extended interview on his £35m dream move, making it third time lucky for the ex-Aston Villa man.

Rod Stewart cancels farewell tour dates after undergoing successful heart procedure

The singer said that he was ‘already feeling better’ but forthcoming dates on his mammoth farwell tour will not now go aheadRod Stewart has cancelled all coming dates on his farewell tour after undergoing a routine heart procedure.On 9 August, Stewart, 81, pulled a performance in Ohio at the last minute. After the successful insertion of a coronary stent, he

AI code-testing startup Blacksmith’s valuation jumps almost 10x in less than a year

Blacksmith says revenue has grown more than tenfold over the past year.

Tielemans: I did not expect to leave Aston Villa for Man Utd this summer

'Not really, no' - the perhaps surprising answer from Manchester United’s summer signing Youri Tielemans when asked whether he expected to leave his former club Aston Villa in this window.

Barcelona make improved £51m bid for Rodri as Manchester City target Fernández

Latest offer close to City’s valuation for Spain midfielderChelsea’s £120m price for Fernández may be too highBarcelona have made an improved bid to Manchester City of around €60m (£51m) for Rodri. This follows Barça’s initial offer of €45m that was rejected out of hand by City.The Spanish club’s new offer – which may include add-ons – is close to City’s val

Iran reportedly maintains that there are no discussions over ceasefire extension as the pact doesn't exist anymore

There are no discussions with the US over extending ceasefire agreementFrom Iran's perpsecitve, there is no ceasefire start date and therefore there is nothing to extendThe US violated the agreement 48 hours after it was reached and withdrew from it a few days laterOne of the issues that is being discussed is the US returning back to conditions set out by th

Binance rejects claim it will withdraw Singapore case against RedotPay

Binance and RedotPay have given conflicting accounts of whether Singapore proceedings linked to their nearly $473 million legal dispute are being discontinued following an Aug. 7 court hearing.

India’s CPI rises further to 4.45% in July as food prices accelerate

India’s retail inflation accelerated in July, with the Consumer Price Index rising 4.45% y/y, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI). The reading marked a renewed increase in price pressures after headline inflation stood at 4.38% in June, but the data came below the 4.5% forecast.

Gold holds gains above $4,400 after US CPI meets expectations

Gold (XAU/USD) extends gains above $4,400 on Wednesday as traders digest US inflation data, which came broadly in line with expectations. At the time of writing, XAU/USD trades around $4,429, up 1.38% on the day.

‘It’s a nice hobby’: Manchester United’s Janina Leitzig on goalkeeping and gardening

The former Leicester player’s focus has moved from runner beans to running drills as the season approachesWith some parts of England gearing up for a fifth heatwave of 2026 the new Manchester United goalkeeper Janina Leitzig, a keen gardener, is sympathetic to the precarious health of this reporter’s tomato plants. “You’re not used to so little rain, are you

Yen attempts to bounce up from 159.45 lows ahead of the US inflation release

The Japanese Yen (JPY) is one of the best performers in an unusually low-volatility market on Wednesday, picking up to levels near 159.00 against the US Dollar, after hitting support in the 159.45 area.

Harmony weighs a full blockchain rollback after unauthorized minting floods exchanges with billions in ONE

A validator patch closes the reported receipt flaws while the excess supply and any rollback remain unresolved. The post Harmony weighs a full blockchain rollback after unauthorized minting floods exchanges with billions in ONE appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Iran war and high living costs fuelling last-minute holiday bookings, Tui says

Middle East conflict has cost Europe’s largest travel firm €60m so far, and timing of decisions over trips has shiftedHolidaymakers are waiting until the last minute to book their trips because of the continuing uncertainty caused by the war in Iran and the cost of living crisis, according to Tui, Europe’s largest travel company, which said the war had cost

Indian inflation accelerates to 4.45% in July, slightly below expectations

Inflation in India accelerates slightly in July, while remaining close to market expectations. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), released on Wednesday by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), rises 4.45% YoY in July, compared with 4.38% in June.

Harmony's ONE Sinks 37% After Attacker Mints 4 Billion Tokens

The team is weighing a rollback, which would undo the attack along with every legitimate transaction made since.

Number of children injured in e-scooter crashes in England surges

Calls for speed limiters or mandated helmet use after research into injuries at three paediatric trauma centres The number of children involved in crashes on e-scooters has soared in recent years, with some as young as nine involved in collisions, research has found.Researchers carried out a review of injuries among the under-16s at three specialist paediatr

Australian Dollar outperforms despite RBA’s hawkish tone fails to sway markets

The Australian Dollar (AUD) is up against its major currency peers, trading marginally higher at around 0.7068 against the US Dollar (USD) during the European trading session.

Fidelity plans Ethereum staking for $898M FETH fund

Fidelity has moved to add Ethereum staking and quarterly cash distributions to its $898 million Fidelity Ethereum Fund, with the trust allowed to stake as much as 100% of its ETH under normal conditions. The U.S.

Bitcoin holds near $64,000 as U.S. inflation data looms, Harmony exploit rattles altcoins

Markets are quiet ahead of the July inflation print, with bitcoin little changed, oil near $90 and Harmony nursing a fresh exploit.

Man City sign goalkeeper Rulli from Marseille

Manchester City complete the signing of Argentina goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli from Marseille.

Binance, RedotPay clash over fate of Singapore lawsuit

Amid a $473 million legal dispute, RedotPay says it expects Binance to end its Singapore case, while Binance says its claims remain active.

Bank of England to test stablecoin, digital currency use in cross-border finance

The BOE-led Digital Pound Lab will test trade-finance interoperability, in which exporters receive stablecoins while importers settle in a potential digital pound.

Bitcoin miners earn under 0.7% of revenue from fees in new 10-year low

Bitcoin miners showed a “concerning” trend of pivoting to AI amid a profit squeeze as transaction-fee income barely bounced from 10-year lows of 0.52% of revenue.

What to expect from the US CPI report later today?

The US inflation data later will cover the month of July and the estimates are as per the following:Headline CPI +0.1% m/m est. (Prior -0.4%)Headline CPI +3.4% y/y est.

Bitcoin developers could fall behind attackers without top AI models, BPI says

A group of crypto companies and industry organizations has called on frontier AI labs to give Bitcoin and other open-source financial infrastructure developers trusted access to their most capable models as AI-assisted cyber threats become more advanced. The Bitcoin Policy…

Euro: Soft US CPI could support gains against US Dollar – ING

Chris Turner at ING notes EUR/USD remains lacklustre despite better Eurozone data and upside surprises, as high European natural gas prices and Gulf tensions weigh on the Euro.

AI was supposed to destroy jobs. Where’s the carnage?

The AI jobs apocalypse never showed up. Still, jobs are changing and economists expect more to come.The prediction was stark: artificial intelligence advancements would wipe out jobs en masse.

Steal This Story, Please! review – Amy Goodman, stalwart of the American left, shows her teeth

This comprehensive documentary about the Democracy Now! radio show host and seasoned investigative reporter takes in a massacre in East Timor, the actions of oil giants and a flustered Bill Clinton as it reflects her vital workBefore there was Michael Moore, there was campaigning journalist Amy Goodman … and even if Moore seems to have gone a little quiet, G

If the markets reject OpenAI and Anthropic, the US should nationalize them | Bruce Schneier and Nathan E Sanders

From space to telecommunications, the US has a long history of fostering technology for the public good. These AI models could be aligned to democratic values, not corporate profitsOpenAI, and then Anthropic, were each formed by AI developers who feared unrestrained corporate AI development – specifically, that companies like Google and Meta would steer the

WTI reverses lower as huge US inventory build clashes with Hormuz supply fears

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) US Oil reverses lower on Wednesday and trades around $81.60 at the time of writing, down 0.77% on the day.

Reservoir raises $8M to make water heaters that people — and the grid — will actually want

Reservoir has built an ultra-efficient water heater that can predict hot water demand, store energy, and detect plumbing leaks throughout a home.

Twenty One’s $2.8 billion Bitcoin pile is worth far more than its stock, but there’s a catch

$486.5 million of converts lock up 16,116 BTC while the new CEO pursues operating and credit businesses. The post Twenty One’s $2.8 billion Bitcoin pile is worth far more than its stock, but there’s a catch appeared first on CryptoSlate.

US Dollar: Fed pricing and CPI risks – BBH

Brown Brothers Harriman’s (BBH) Elias Haddad notes markets are steady ahead of the United States (US) July Consumer Price Index (CPI) release, which is seen as pivotal for Fed funds expectations and the Dollar.

Euro drifts away from 184.00 Yen despite hot German inflation figures

The Euro (EUR) is paring previous gains against the Japanese Yen (JPY) on Wednesday, weighed by a mild risk-off market mood as tensions in the Middle East grow.

Reminder that Kvaratskhelia was the best player in Europe last season

It was heralded as the World Cup in which all the stars shone. But while the big names did indeed illuminate the summer, the return of the club game with the showpiece UEFA Super Cup in Salzburg is a chance for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to reclaim his spotlight.

If the CLARITY Act dies: the three Democrats who could bury crypto legislation for a generation

Kalshi puts the Democratic House majority at 84%. Maxine Waters, Shontel Brown, and Elizabeth Warren would control the committees that write crypto law.

Australian Dollar: Upside risk intact above support against US Dollar – UOB

UOB’s Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann note AUD/USD rebounded to close around 0.7062 after the RBA left its cash rate at 4.35%. Intraday, they see scope for the Australian Dollar to edge higher, though a sustained break above 0.7075 is unlikely.

CoreWeave surges 16% on $2.58 billion revenue quarter as AI infrastructure demand eclipses crypto

Booming AI demand sends CRWV up 16% and lifts IREN and CIFR as investors favor computing infrastructure over crypto.

Bank of England taps Polygon consortium for digital pound trade finance tests

NOBO Finance, Dun & Bradstreet and Polygon Labs have joined Phase 2 of the Bank of England’s Digital Pound Lab to test SME trade finance flows that combine stablecoin payments, digital pound settlement and reusable business identity. According to a…

The leading Gold signals Telegram groups 2026: 8 groups ranked by real pip-log performance

Here are the leading gold signals Telegram groups for 2026, evaluated on XAU/USD methodology, session timing, and documented pip performance. Gold moved through a wide $4,600-$5,600 range in the first half of 2026, and that volatility separates the useful gold…

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye move for Barcelona's Koundé

Arsenal are reportedly looking at a possible move for Barcelona defender Jules Koundé. Transfer Talk has the latest.

XRP at $1: what derivatives and exchange flows signal

Open interest stands at $2.72 billion. Exchange withdrawals hit a five year high.

Just 20 of 6,600 Defra staff working on climate adaptation amid drought and wildfires

Exclusive: England ‘desperately unprepared’ for effects of crisis including water shortages and heatwavesUK heatwave live – latest updatesJust 20 staff are working on climate adaptation within a key government department tasked with protecting the environment and maintaining food security, a freedom of information request has revealed.The officials make up 0

Canadian Dollar: Looks to extend recovery against US Dollar – Societe Generale

Societe Generale’s Kenneth Broux highlights that the Canadian Dollar has recovered to its strongest level in two months, with USD/CAD mean‑reverting to 1.3933 from 1.4248.

The Spin | Tradition of Women’s Cricket Week continues – and is still celebrated 100 years on

Every summer a group set up camp at Colwall, the real home of women’s cricket, and spend five days playing the sport they loveMany places have claimed to be the home of women’s cricket over the years. Taunton did so in 2006 when the England and Wales Cricket Board named it as the new “permanent” base of the England Women’s team – a deal that proved anything

XRP bridge exploit update: tx identifies flaw, alerts FBI

Tx says 198,715.88 XRP was stolen through a bridge relayer flaw, with funds routed to Tornado Cash while the bridge remains halted for review.

Fidelity moves to add staking, quarterly payouts to near $900 million ether ETF

The fund would keep 85% of gross staking rewards, with the remaining 15% going to service providers.

Silver price today: Silver rises, according to FXStreet data

Silver prices (XAG/USD) rose on Wednesday, according to FXStreet data. Silver trades at $66.56 per troy ounce, up 3.06% from the $64.58 it cost on Tuesday.

Kick It Out chair to leave role at end of season

Kick It Out chair Sanjay Bhandari will leave his role at the end of the 2026/27 season.

FlightAware withdraws Kalshi lawsuit after flight market dispute

FlightAware has voluntarily dismissed its lawsuit against prediction market operator Kalshi just one day after accusing the company of improperly using its flight data and trademark for cancellation contracts. According to a Tuesday filing with the U.S.

NRL legend Cherry-Evans reportedly in advanced talks to sign for Hull FC

Daly Cherry-Evans is reportedly in advanced talks to sign for Hull FC in what would be a shock switch to Super League for the 2027 season.

Crystal Palace re-sign Guessand on loan from Villa

Crystal Palace re-sign Evann Guessand on a season-long loan from Aston Villa.

CFTC Invokes Emergency Powers to Keep Kalshi Trading Despite New York Suit

Kalshi triggered the order, notifying the agency of a market emergency after New York moved to bar its contracts nationwide.

US Dollar: CPI-driven range signals carry focus – OCBC

OCBC’s Sim Moh Siong and Christopher Wong highlight that the US Dollar (USD) stayed mixed as markets waited for the key United States (US) Consumer Price Index (CPI) release, with Middle East tensions and hawkish Federal Reserve (Fed) rhetoric offsetting each other.

The prediction market turf war: who actually regulates Kalshi and Polymarket

The CFTC used emergency authority to override New York. Nine states have been sued.

Spotify to label AI-generated artist personas with new ‘AI Persona’ badges

Spotify's move comes as AI-generated music floods streaming platforms, with Deezer recently reporting that AI tracks accounted for more than half of all new daily uploads in June.

Sport events in the UK affected by eclipse

The horse racing meeting at Ffos Las in South Wales will begin about two hours earlier on Wednesday because of the solar eclipse.

Torres misses Barcelona training to finalise PSG move

Spain's World Cup hero Ferran Torres is given permission to miss Barcelona training to finalise a move to Paris St-Germain.

Oil: Hormuz risk supports prices – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Charlie Lay and Dr. Henry Hao note that Brent and WTI firmed as markets reassessed prospects for a Hormuz deal, with the previous close at USD88.91 for Brent and USD83.20 for WTI.

Euro moves little against Canadian Dollar following German HICP data

EUR/CAD remains steady after five days of losses, trading around 1.6070 during the European hours on Wednesday. The currency cross moves little as the Euro (EUR) holds ground following the release of Germany’s Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) data.

Saudi Pro League tries to move on from era of ageing megastar but big names still loom | John Duerden

As Ronaldo heads towards 1,000 career goals, the league plans to lift the standard of Saudi Arabian football, not just the clubsThere is no Mohamed Salah in the new Saudi Pro League season that kicks off on Thursday and while the era of the ageing megastar is ending, there is still the strong chance the next few months will be dominated by Cristiano Ronaldo.

British Pound holds steady above 1.3500 vs USD as traders eye US CPI ahead of UK GDP

The GBP/USD pair extends its sideways consolidation around the 1.3500 psychological mark through the first half of the European session on Wednesday. Traders opt to wait on the sidelines ahead of important macro data from the US and the UK.

Crypto companies urge AI firms to give Bitcoin developers early access

The Bitcoin Policy Institute and other industry participants urged AI companies to offer early access to their frontier models to aid Bitcoin and open-source developers in their cybersecurity efforts.

Nonu, 44, performs solo haka in response to All Blacks

Former All Blacks star Ma'a Nonu responds to the haka by performing one of his own before his side, the Sharks, take on New Zealand in Durban.

Mutants assemble: what does the future hold for the X-Men?

After the introduction of a key character in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Marvel is bringing back one of its most beloved franchises – but the return comes at a precarious timeLater-period Marvel movies have resorted to more fantastical plot devices such as parallel universes and time travel in an attempt to raise stakes in an increasingly complicated, superhe

Carcass Clad: stifling tank combat promises tension, terror and surprising laughs

After the success of space horror Mouthwashing, Swedish developer Wrong Organ has created a Battlefield-inspired co-op with a supernatural twist‘Claustrophobic”, “oppressive”, “pretty depressing” – these are the words Jeffrey Tomec and Dave van Egdom volunteer when I ask them to reflect on their work as part of Swedish indie developer Wrong Organ. I’d add “n

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Championship play-off changes, new managers & star players - the EFL is BACK!

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Sky Sports agrees deal to show Laver Cup from London's O2 in September

Sky Sports has agreed a deal with Trident8 to show all three days of the Laver Cup from London's O2 arena this September, as 12 of the world's best men's players compete in the annual Europe vs 'Rest of the World' showdown.

Here's how gyms, salons and ice cream are changing America's Main Streets

Shoppers' changing habits are fueling a major shift in what types of businesses are occupying storefronts.

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

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Rabobank's Senior FX Strategist Jane Foley outlines a cautious stance on UK fiscal prospects and their impact on EUR/GBP. The Burnham government’s planned flexibility in fiscal rules and higher infrastructure spending could mean more gilt supply and tax speculation.

One overlooked group has added $1.78 billion of selling pressure to bitcoin market

Public miners are an underappreciated source of supply hitting the market right at the margin.

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

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

Japanese Yen: Remains vulnerable against US Dollar - UOB

UOB’s Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann observe USD/JPY consolidating near 159.25 after Monday’s sharp rise, with intraday trade expected between 158.95 and 159.60. While momentum is strong, deeply overbought conditions limit upside beyond 159.60.

Comedian Jeff Arcuri talks about the art of crowd work

NPR's A Martinez talks with comedian Jeff Arcuri about the stand-up comic art of crowd work, which involves talking to audience members and ad-libbing off what they say.

Swiss Franc weakens against US Dollar with US Inflation in focus

The Swiss Franc (CHF) is down against its major currency peers during the European trading session on Wednesday. As of writing, USD/CHF trades 0.17% higher at around 0.8125.

SBI plans Japan-Korea stablecoin network on Canton

SBI Digital Practice and Nodeinfra plan a Canton-based Japan-Korea payment network, starting with yen and won test tokens before regulated stablecoins.

Silver Price Forecasts: XAG/USD resumes its uptrend, with bulls aiming for $67.17

Silver (XAG/USD) has returned to levels a few cents above $66.00 on Wednesday’s European session after finding support at the $64.20 area on Tuesday.

Mexican Peso: Bullish trend resumes against US Dollar - Societe Generale

Societe Generale’s Kenneth Broux highlights that USD/MXN failed to clear its 200‑day moving average, keeping downside momentum intact. The pair is attempting to break the lower end of a multi‑month range, with resistance at 17.17 and projected downside objectives at 16.65 and 16.50/16.25.

United States Dollar Index Price Forecast: Bulls await US CPI and breakout above 100.00

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the Greenback against a basket of currencies, retains a positive bias for the third straight day on Wednesday, though it lacks bullish conviction.

Dow Jones futures remain steady as traders await US CPI data

Dow Jones futures are steady around 53,890 during European hours on Wednesday. Meanwhile, S&P 500 futures gain by 0.18% to trade around 7,760 and Nasdaq 100 futures rise 0.48%, trading near 29,770.

Crypto.com adds 1,500 U.S. stocks and ETFs through tokenized derivatives

Crypto.com has launched tokenized stock derivatives tied to 1,500 U.S. equities and ETFs, giving eligible users access to the products from $1 with trading available around the clock.

Breaking: US CPI inflation softens to 3.4% in July as expected

Annual inflation in the United States (US), as measured by the change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), declined to 3.4% in July from 3.5% in June, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported on Wednesday. This print came in line with the market expectation.

The late-bloomer left-back joining Chelsea for £16m

Pep Chavarria joins Chelsea on a five-year deal, having played in the Spanish lower leagues until he was 24.

ASIC shuts crypto exchange Yepbit websites after investors report blocked withdrawals

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has taken down several websites linked to Yepbit after investors reported being unable to withdraw funds from the digital asset and futures trading platform. ASIC said it received multiple reports from investors who could…

Brazilian Real: Politics weighs but carry supports – ING

ING’s Chris Turner reports the Brazilian Real (BRL) underperformed in an otherwise supportive carry environment after a bank downgraded Brazilian equities and a new poll showed President Lula widening his lead ahead of October elections.

Ipswich agree fee for Paraguay forward Enciso

Ipswich Town reach an agreement to sign Paraguay forward Julio Enciso from Strasbourg.

Binance CSO says crypto faces no immediate quantum threat

Binance says quantum computers cannot yet break crypto, as Google lowers resource estimates and the industry accelerates post-quantum preparations.

Man Utd v Leeds - a historic pre-season encounter at Croke Park

Croke Park will host its first association football match between two English teams when Manchester United face Leeds in a pre-season game on Wednesday.

Indian Rupee: CPI and RBI repo rate risk skew higher – MUFG

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Indonesian Rupiah struggles due to weak fundamentals, increased risk aversion

USD/IDR extends its gains for the second successive day, trading around 17,920 during the European hours on Wednesday. The pair is advancing as the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) faces pressure from weak domestic economic fundamentals and subdued market sentiment.

Japanese Yen: Interventions signal valuation shift – DBS

DBS Group Research Strategist Chang Wei Liang highlights that the Japanese Yen (JPY) remains undervalued but that this undervaluation has narrowed after Japan’s second FX intervention of 2026, conducted jointly with the United States (US).

H100 appoints Peter Warren CIO after 2,455 BTC deal

H100 appoints Peter C. Warren CIO to lead derivatives and risk management after its Bitcoin treasury expanded to 3,506 BTC through an acquisition.

Asia FX: Oil rebound keeps importers vulnerable – OCBC

OCBC’s Sim Moh Siong and Christopher Wong report that Philippine Peso (PHP), Indian Rupee (INR), Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) and Thai Baht (THB) weakened as Oil’s rebound renewed pressure on net importers.

UEFA Super Cup preview: Why three Villa stars won't play vs PSG

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “UEFA Super Cup preview: Why three Villa stars won't play vs PSG”.

Italy inflation eases just a touch in July, core price keep steady though

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It’s a great betrayal: poor communities neglected while multimillionaires peddle a global Maga agenda. How is that America first?“THE CORRUPTION IS AT LEVELS RARELY SEEN BEFORE,” Donald Trump posted on Truth Social in February 2025.

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Producer-star Alice Eve seems to be laughing along with the audience in this deeply silly high-concept thrillerTo be as clear as the crystalline waters in which the characters here frolic before their blood turns the ocean the colour of sangria: this is grade A tosh. It’s a deeply stupid high-concept feature wherein a bunch of bourgie wedding guests run afou

Canadian Dollar trims gains, US Dollar firms up ahead of US CPI numbers

Canadian Dollar (CAD) ticks down from two-month highs as the US Dollar (USD) firms up across the board, with investors bracing for the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report due later in the day.

Japanese Yen remains under pressure against US Dollar, US CPI data eyed

The Japanese Yen (JPY) trades cautiously against the US Dollar (USD) during the European trading session on Wednesday, with the USD/JPY edging up to near 159.36.

Norwegian Krone: Norges Bank cautious on hikes – Commerzbank

Antje Praefcke at Commerzbank highlights that Norges Bank kept its policy rate at 4.25% in June but signaled a higher chance of another hike, with the year-end rate forecast just over 4.5%.

FREE STREAM: Good Morning Transfers on Sky Sports News

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What is the distribution of forecasts for the US CPI?

The ranges of estimates are important in terms of market reaction because when the actual data deviates from the expectations, it creates a surprise effect. Another important input in market's reaction is the distribution of forecasts.In fact, although we can have a range of estimates, most forecasts might be clustered on the upper bound of the range, so eve

CEE FX: Geopolitics drives rates and currencies – ING

ING strategist Frantisek Taborsky highlights easing Romanian inflation driven mainly by base effects, with the National Bank of Romania unlikely to cut rates before early 2027.

Euro remains subdued following German inflation data

EUR/USD extends its losses for the third successive day, trading around 1.1540 during the European hours on Wednesday. The pair holds losses as the Euro (EUR) remains weaker following the release of Germany’s Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) data.

Inside the fake crypto startup that fooled North Korean IT workers

Suspected North Korean IT workers joined a fake crypto startup — without realizing their every move was being tracked to extract valuable intel.

British Pound advances to two-week high as rate gap and fiscal woes undermine Yen

The GBP/JPY cross climbs to a nearly two-week high, around the 215.35-215.40 area, during the first half of the European session on Wednesday and looks to prolong its recent solid recovery from the lowest level since early March, touched last week.

British Pound: Limited upside within defined band against US Dollar – UOB

UOB’s Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann highlight that GBP/USD closed marginally higher near 1.3510, with price action confined to a narrow 1.3493–1.3515 range. Intraday, they see scope for the Pound to edge higher but still capped within 1.3490–1.3535.

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

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

Bitwise cuts 14% of jobs as BITW assets fall 31% in 2026

Bitwise Asset Management has cut 14% of its workforce, reducing its global team to about 155 employees as the crypto asset manager operates through a prolonged market downturn. According to recent media reporting Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley confirmed the layoffs…

HS player in Ark. practices with viper in helmet

A high school football player in Arkansas unknowingly wore a helmet with a venomous snake inside it for nearly an hour before discovering the unwelcome intruder.

Dodgers' Snell K's 10 in 6 IP after 3-month layoff

Blake Snell struck out 10 batters in six innings in his return to the mound for the Dodgers after being sidelined for three months with loose bodies in his left elbow.

Metaplanet moves 3,881 BTC as paper loss nears $1.4B

Metaplanet moved 3,881 BTC worth about $247 million from tracked wallets as Bitcoin traded near $63,600, with no sale confirmed.

Equities: AI earnings revive risk appetite after tech weakness - Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank strategists note that United States (US) equities had a mixed session as Magnificent 7 weakness weighed on the S&P 500, even as the equal-weighted index reached a fresh record.

Golden homecoming for Alexandri sisters to Greece: life after Austria, medals in Paris

From Austria, where they lived and excelled for 14 years, to their comeback for Greece and two Paris golds. Anna Maria, Irini Marina and Vasiliki Alexandri discuss their decision to return and their plans for the future.

NZD/USD Price Forecast: Nearing 0.5860 support area amid by risk-off markets, domestic politics

The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) accelerates its reversal against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, weighed by cautious markets amid growing tensions in the Middle East and political uncertainty at home.

Australian Dollar: Constructive carry outlook with RBA on hold – OCBC

OCBC’s Sim Moh Siong and Christopher Wong note the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) kept rates unchanged at 4.35% but retained a modest tightening bias, with the Board having actively considered a hike.

Live updates: AI stocks surge on Q2 beats, bitcoin falls below $64,000 as inflation hits estimates

Blockchain data shows the Japanese treasury firm moved the bitcoin between wallets it controls, not to an exchange, so the transfer isn't a sale despite its $1.4 billion paper loss.

Erebor Bank nears $1.5B raise at $8B pre-money valuation

Erebor Bank is reportedly nearing a $1.5B raise at an $8B pre-money valuation after deposits reached $4.6B by July, months after U.S. approval.

TON Strategy earned $15 million staking Gram while operations burned $10.6 million in cash

Fair-value gains supplied 99.1% of Q2 pre-tax profit as continuing operations used $10.6 million of cash in the first half. The post TON Strategy earned $15 million staking Gram while operations burned $10.6 million in cash appeared first on CryptoSlate.

League One 2026-27 preview: the contenders, hopefuls and strugglers

Russell Martin’s new-look Leicester look set to challenge for promotion, while it could be a tough campaign for Notts County and AFC WimbledonHow did it come to this, that a club crowned Premier League champions a decade ago are down in the third tier? Chronic mismanagement across the board has been Leicester’s problem for too long and they need to reset und

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Safeguarding young people in films is a vital role, often remembered by their charges later in successful careers, but not always recognised. Some of the best share their tipsLinda Matthews has rarely had to stop a production in its tracks.

Which footballer has played for the most clubs in their career? | The Knowledge

Plus: players whose names appear in their clubs, big leaps and the top tier short of title-winning managersMail us with your all of your questions and answers“Which footballer has played for the most clubs?” asks Paul Gage.Surprisingly, throughout the more than two decades of the Knowledge, this question has not been answered before. But, fear not, it will b

(Research Paper) Market Operations in Fiscal 2025

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Ravencoin drops to record low as miners move to reverse exploited chain

Ravencoin has fallen to a record low after an exploited consensus vulnerability put several days of RVN transactions at risk and led exchanges to suspend deposits and withdrawals. According to CoinGecko, Ravencoin fell to $0.002754 on Wednesday, about 22% below…

AUD/USD Price Forecast: Extends the range play near 0.7050; bulls await 50% Fibo. breakout

The AUD/USD pair prolongs its consolidative price move for the third straight day and trades around mid-0.7000s through the early European session on Wednesday.

Japanese Yen: Policy focus after intervention - MUFG

MUFG’s Teppei Ino reviews recent USD/JPY price action following coordinated Japan-US intervention. The pair opened near 157.58, dropped toward 155.20 on official confirmation of joint action, then recovered and traded above 158 by 7 August.

Why 'wanted' Stanway wasted no time in getting Arsenal tattoo

England midfielder Georgia Stanway explains her latest tattoo and how Arsenal made her "feel wanted" before her move from Bayern Munich.

GBP/USD Price Forecast: Continues to remain flat ahead of US CPI data

The British Pound (GBP) remains in a limited range at around 1.3500 against the US Dollar (USD) during the European trading session on Wednesday.

Forex Today: Crucial US inflation data to lift market volatility

Here is what you need to know on Wednesday, August 12:

Bears' Bryant has knee surgery, out 4-6 months

Bears safety Coby Bryant underwent knee surgery and is expected to miss four to six months, coach Ben Johnson announced Tuesday.

US Dollar: CPI and Fed rhetoric in focus – Commerzbank

Commerzbank analysts highlight cautious positioning in the Dollar ahead of July US CPI, with the Dollar Index steady near 99.83 and EUR/USD around 1.1540.

Depay says Corinthians 'unacceptable' as contract ends

Memphis Depay accuses Corinthians of "unacceptable behaviour" and of breaching an agreement after the Brazilian club decide against renewing his contract.

Ripple extends NYU Abu Dhabi blockchain research to 2027

Ripple renews its NYU Abu Dhabi blockchain research partnership through 2027, supporting Volta, fintech education and XRP Ledger research.

Euro trims losses against the British Pound following hot German inflation data

The Euro (EUR) has picked up from session lows against the British Pound (GBP) on Wednesday as hot German inflation figures have partially offset a mild risk-off sentiment, amid flaring tensions in the Middle East.

Rybakina to meet Gauff in semis after Osaka fightback

Highlights of the Canadian Open match between Elena Rybakina and Naomi Osaka.

Euro: Upside capped by key resistance against US Dollar – UOB

UOB’s Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann report EUR/USD holding near 1.1540 after a quiet session, with momentum indicators mostly flat. Intraday, they expect consolidation between 1.1530 and 1.1560, but a break above 1.1560 could trigger a quick move to 1.1580.

Slot pulls out of Netherlands talks to focus on club football

Former Liverpool head coach Arne Slot confirms talks for Netherlands managerial vacancy but says his next job will be in club football.

What are the main events for today?

EUROPEAN SESSIONIn the European session, we don't have much on the agenda other than the final Italy's CPI report. The data is not going to change anything for the ECB, so the market reaction will be muted.

Why is the women's 800m record so tough to break?

The world record for the women's 800m is the longest standing in athletics. No-one has managed to break it for 43 years.

Bitcoin price holds near $64K as DOGE gains 3% before CPI

Bitcoin trades near $63,700 as DOGE and BNB rise, HYPE slips, and traders await July U.S. CPI while Brent crude approaches $90 on Wednesday.

Just married! Cristiano Ronaldo finally weds Georgina Rodriguez in quiet civil ceremony in Cascais

Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez were married on Tuesday in a discreet ceremony in Cascais, a small picturesque coastal resort west of the capital Lisbon.

Harmony considers rollback after suspected exploit inflates ONE supply

Harmony is working with exchanges to freeze funds and is preparing a patch after claims that 2.8 billion unauthorized ONE hit trading platforms.

CBS: 'No timetable' on Romo's future after arrest

CBS Sports president David Berson said Tuesday that there is "no timetable" on the future of NFL analyst Tony Romo after Romo's arrest on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.

Germany inflation confirmed to accelerate in July but core prices remain steadier

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A sex worker and a call centre employee forge an ambiguous relationship in a film of strong feelingsIn a tiny crumbling Mumbai apartment two women move around each other, squeezing into the kitchen to cook, or past one another in the hallway. The cramped space hems them in – just as society limits their choices.

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In the heart of old Ljubljana, a mannequin with a bucket on its head welcomes visitors to a new and ambitious project – a museum focusing on the varied and sometimes antagonistic humour of the former Yugoslavia On the main promenade along the river that runs through Ljubljana, Slovenia’s capital, tourists stop to photograph a mannequin with a bucket on its h

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This joyous book takes readers on a literary adventure across 300 years of fiction, from Defoe to Zadie SmithIn his opening paragraph, Philip Hensher declares that a novel not only “tells a good story” but is a good story in itself. We could extend that neat formula to include this book, which is not only a masterful account of fiction since 1719, when Danie

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It might seem an unlikely way to stop overheating, but many owners have found the tech a lifeline in hot weather“If it is 35C outdoors, I can get the temperature down to 21C,” says Andrew Ingram of the sanctuary that his living room has provided this summer.“On the nights I’ve slept in there, you have to put your thick pyjamas on,” jokes Ingram, who lives in

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Exhibition in Port Talbot is part of project exploring how communities experience endings and transitionsMargaret Heggett, 95, does not remember a time when Port Talbot was ever quiet. Born and raised in the shadow of the steelworks, with a father, brother and husband who worked there, she never imagined what the town could look or sound like without its bla

Crypto.com rolls out tokenized stock derivatives as crypto exchanges push into equities

The exchange is joining a tokenized stock market that has grown 600% in a year, though its products offer price exposure rather than share ownership.

Euro trades with caution against US Dollar in countdown to US CPI data

The Euro (EUR) trades marginally lower at around 1.1534 against the US Dollar (USD) at the start of the European trading session on Wednesday.

A moment that changed me: My stammer made life a misery – then a song gave me back my voice

As a teenager, I was so ashamed of my speech disability that even my family didn’t know about it. When Scatman John came on the radio, celebrating his own stammer in a hit about self-esteem, I knew I had to meet him For most of my life, I had one goal: don’t get found out.

Jodar on course for tennis history as Rybakina fights past Osaka

Spanish teenager Rafael Jodar is on course to break the record for the fastest rise into the top 10 of men's tennis after beating Arthur Filis in the quarter-finals of the Canadian Open.

Can PSG do a three-peat and win six trophies this season?

Paris St-Germain aim to start their season as they hope to end it - by winning a European trophy.

Harmony probes reported 4B ONE mint as price plunges

Harmony is working with exchanges and weighing a rollback after an analyst reported an unauthorized 4 billion ONE mint that sent ONE lower.

Jets' Stiggers released from hospital after collapsing in practice

New York Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers is released from hospital after collapsing during a joint practice with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Indian Rupee rebounds on likely RBI's intervention, India's retail CPI rises in July

The Indian Rupee (INR) recovers early losses against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday due to likely Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) intervention in the market. At press time, USD/INR trades slightly lower to near 95.33.

'You want it darker?' The ideal total solar eclipse playlist is here

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Here's what bitcoin and ether traders are doing ahead of the binary U.S. CPI print

Bitcoin and ether are stuck in a tight range ahead of the CPI. Here’s how savvy traders are positioning for the pivotal release.

Emery chases first Super Cup - but does it matter?

Aston Villa are competing in the Super Cup for the first time since 1982, but manager Unai Emery has much more recent experience of the match.

Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 23

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

Binance flags 5 tokens as possible delisting risks

Binance adds GLMR, ICX, MOVR, RARE and SOPH to its Monitoring Tag list, placing all five tokens under closer review for potential delisting.

Bellamy's Burnley link puts Wales in hard position - Blake

The collapse of Craig Bellamy's proposed move to Burnley has put Wales in a "hard position", according to former Wales striker Nathan Blake.

Harmony’s ONE dives 40% after an attack appears to mint tokens equal to quarter of supply

Harmony said in Asian morning hours it is working with exchanges to freeze funds and preparing a software fix.

EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Steadies near 184.00 amid neutral bias

EUR/JPY moves little for the second successive day, trading around 183.90 during the Asian hours on Wednesday. The currency cross is maintaining a mildly bearish near-term tone as it slips beneath the 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) while holding above the shorter nine-day EMA.

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The success of Australian players in the NBA and WNBA comes as the NBL continues to enjoy growth and become an ever-more attractive propositionA wild confluence of basketball breakthroughs has sent the sport soaring in Australia, as national teams look towards a return to the Olympic dais, and the game’s cultural impact rekindles memories of its 1990s heyday

Maddux fired as Angels jettison pitching coaches

The Angels, who have a staff ERA of 4.51 and an MLB-worst 508 walks, have fired pitching coach Mike Maddux, assistant Darryl Scott and bullpen coach Dom Chiti.

How affordable are Edinburgh's festivals?

The city is no stranger to complaints about soaring prices during August - but are costs on the rise?

CFTC orders Kalshi to keep operating in $36B New York fight

CFTC invokes emergency powers to keep Kalshi operating as New York seeks at least $36 billion and broad restrictions on event contracts.

All-British chocolate bar made by scientists using Reading-grown cocoa

Master’s student made first bar with 100% UK ingredients since 1932 to highlight effect of climate crisis on cocoa plantsThe late queen was the only person in history to have ever eaten a chocolate bar made with 100% British ingredients, after she was given one as a six-year-old in 1932 by the confectioner Rowntree’s.The bar was created from a glasshouse-gro

Post your questions for John Hannah

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(Research Paper) Linkages of Firm Spending Behavior through Supply Chains

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(Research Paper) Mapping Japan's Manufacturing Supply Chains Through Firm-to-Firm Transaction Data

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “(Research Paper) Mapping Japan's Manufacturing Supply Chains Through Firm-to-Firm Transaction Data”.

Today on Sky Sports Racing: Ffos Las hosts six-race card

Don't miss a moment from Ffos Las on Wednesday, with all six races live from 3.37pm on Sky Sports Racing.

'Everyone can have an opinion' - F1 president responds to regulations criticism

Formula 1 president Stefano Domenicali says drivers "can have their opinion" and are not being stopped from criticising the sport's power unit regulations.

WTI Price Forecast: Bulls retain control near 38.2% Fibo.; move beyond $83.00 awaited

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) – the benchmark US Crude Oil price – attracts buyers for the third straight day and trades just below the $83.00 mark during the Asian session on Wednesday, close to a nearly two-week high set the previous day.

Dogecoin and BNB lead majors higher as bitcoin slips near $63,700

DOGE gained almost 3% to 7 cents and BNB 2% to $614, while bitcoin was the only major in the red on both the day and the week.

CFTC invokes emergency powers to keep Kalshi operating in New York fight

The order escalates a jurisdictional fight over whether states may treat federally regulated event contracts as illegal gambling.

OCC says crypto firms can pursue U.S. bank charters

OCC chief Jonathan Gould says digital asset firms should have a route to U.S. national bank charters as applications and scrutiny rise.

India Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data

Gold prices rose in India on Wednesday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

XRP bridge drained for $200,000 after software mistook fake deposits for real ones

An attacker created unbacked XRP on another blockchain, then exchanged it for real XRP held in reserve. The bridge has been halted and its operator has filed a complaint with the FBI.

India’s Yulu raises $93M as quick-commerce boom fuels e-bike demand

Yulu aims to have a fleet of 200,000 bikes in the next two years and faster electric two-wheelers, aiming at new logistics use cases.

Nasdaq targets 24 hour trading with LeveL acquisition

Nasdaq agrees to acquire LeveL Markets as its U.S. strategy expands across ATS liquidity, tokenized securities and 23 hour trading.

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

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

MoneyGram brings Solana cash ramps to 170+ markets

MoneyGram launches Ramps on Solana, giving developers cash deposit access in 25+ countries and withdrawals across 170+ countries and territories.

Vikings name Murray starting QB over McCarthy

The Vikings named Kyler Murray the team's starting quarterback over J.J. McCarthy.

Remains of two Wehrmacht soldiers found in Danube: one served in Waffen-SS

A Wehrmacht motorbike is recovered from the Danube; underneath are the remains of two German soldiers with ID tags, one likely Waffen-SS. Experts now study the bones: how old were they and did they drive over a mine?

Remains of two Wehrmacht soldiers from Danube: one served in Waffen-SS

A well-preserved Wehrmacht motorbike is recovered from the Danube, along with two German soldiers' remains and ID tags. One likely served in the Waffen-SS.

Remains of two Wehrmacht soldiers from the Danube: one served in the Waffen-SS

A well-preserved Wehrmacht motorbike is recovered from the Danube, along with the remains of two German soldiers. One likely served in the Waffen-SS.

United States Dollar Index rises to near 100.00 ahead of US inflation data

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the US Dollar (USD) against six major currencies, is extending gains for the third successive day and trading around 99.90 during the Asian hours on Wednesday.

UK heatwaves may have cost economy £4.4bn in lost output so far this year, analysis finds

Verdant thinktank says cost could top £25bn a year by 2030 and calls for maximum temperature for working and urban redesign to cool down citiesRepeated debilitating heatwaves this summer are likely to have cost the UK economy more than £4bn in lost economic output by the end of July, new analysis shows.Green thinktank Verdant had suggested June’s unseasonall

‘I turned down Gandhi because I’m terrified of snakes’: the amazing movie memories of Bruce Dern

Famed for playing loners, cranks and wayward angels, the Hollywood star is now a wolfish 90 – but he still jogs daily. As he takes his latest film to Edinburgh, we meet the man Hitchcock called ‘the golden calf’‘Can you take another story?” asks the veteran actor Bruce Dern towards the end of our talk, as though every tale is a drink and the landlord has cal

Mayflies review – Manchester’s Haçienda roars back to life in an Edinburgh warehouse

Rear Warehouse, Brown’s of Leith, EdinburghTwo men look back on their hedonistic past from a sobering present in Grid Iron’s adaptation of Andrew O’Hagan’s novelThe site-specific specialists at Edinburgh’s Grid Iron company could have gone for a number of locations to suit an adaptation of Andrew O’Hagan’s semi-autobiographical novel. Perhaps a squalid mid-8

Goliath Ventures hit by SEC, CFTC in $425M crypto case

Goliath Ventures faces SEC and CFTC lawsuits after its CEO pleaded guilty in a U.S. crypto fraud case involving at least $400 million.

investingLive Asia-Pacific Financial Market news: Oil edges higher

Australia sets world leading pay floor for 250,000 gig delivery workersGulf states quietly by-pass choke points as Hormuz risk lingers, Saudi Oman deal fits patternAsian shares diverge as chip rally lifts Kospi, Nikkei awaits US CPIWorld's biggest private gold holder Tether gives users weeks to exit vaultTrump says has total control of Hormuz. Remarks that j

5 horse races investigated amid unusual betting

A horse racing integrity firm is investigating five races that took place Sunday at Saratoga and Monmouth Park after bookmakers in the U.S. and U.K.

Australia sets world leading pay floor for 250,000 gig delivery workers

The direct macro effect here is likely to be modest but real, and skews inflationary at the margin. A mandated hourly floor of A$31.30, roughly 18% above the national minimum wage, lifts labour costs across a delivery sector that touches food and grocery prices for a large share of households, and platforms will need to decide how much of that cost gets abso

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD rises to near $65.40 with US inflation in focus

Silver price (XAG/USD) trades 1.1% higher at around $65.40 during the Asian trading session on Wednesday. The white metal reflects strength ahead of the United States (US) Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for July, which will be published at 12:30 GMT.

Canadian Dollar eases from two-month high as USD preserves weekly gains ahead of US CPI

The USD/CAD pair ticks higher during the Asian session on Wednesday, snapping a three-day losing streak to the 1.3915 area or its lowest level since June 10. Spot prices, however, lack bullish conviction and trade around 1.3930, awaiting the release of the latest US inflation figures.

New Zealand Dollar struggles as US Dollar gains on Middle East uncertainty

NZD/USD continues its losing streak for the third consecutive day, trading around 0.5870 during the Asian hours on Wednesday. The pair depreciates as the US Dollar (USD) gains ground on increased safe-haven demand amid rising uncertainty surrounding Middle East peace talks.

How Christopher Columbus used an eclipse to save his life in Jamaica

Stranded on Jamaica and close to starvation, the navigator studied astronomical tables and accurately predicted a lunar eclipse that he used to carry favour with the indigenous Taínos.

Australian Dollar slips as US Dollar strengthens amid uncertainty over Fed outlook

AUD/USD depreciates after registering modest gains in the previous day, trading around 0.7060 during the Asian hours on Wednesday. The currency pair loses ground as the US Dollar (USD) rises ahead of a crucial inflation report.

Japanese Yen slides to two-week low, seems vulnerable as USD stands firm ahead of US CPI

The USD/JPY pair touches a one-and-a-half-week high during the Asian session on Wednesday, with bulls now looking to build on the momentum further beyond mid-159.00s amid a supportive fundamental backdrop.

Passenger jet billed as China’s answer to Boeing and Airbus prepares to make first international flight

The Comac C919 will fly from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia, although experts say it could take generations for it to challenge the west’s dominance of the industryChina hopes to break into the world of commercial aviation with the first international flight of a Chinese-made passenger jet scheduled for Wednesday.The Comac C919 will take off from Beijing

British Pound loses as rising US Dollar, geopolitical tensions weigh on sentiment

GBP/USD inches lower after remaining flat in the previous day, trading around 1.3500 during the Asian hours on Wednesday. The currency pair continues to hold its losses as the US Dollar (USD) gains strength ahead of a crucial inflation report.

Gold sits near two-month top, above $4,400 as traders eye US CPI for Fed cues

Gold (XAU/USD) maintains its bid tone above the $4,400 mark through the first half of the European session and remains close to the highest level since June 5, touched on Tuesday.

Experts split on whether next RBA move is a hike or cut amid energy risks

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) unanimously held rates at 4.35% in August, but major economic forecasters offer varying takes on what comes next:

PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7882 vs. 6.7900 previous

On Wednesday, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) sets the USD/CNY central rate for the trading session ahead at 6.7882 compared to the previous day's fix of 6.7900 and 6.7430 Reuters estimate.

Ravencoin hits record low as network exploit puts transactions at risk

Mining pools controlling most of Ravencoin’s hash rate are building a competing chain that could trigger a three-day reorganization.

Euro consolidates below mid-1.1500s vs USD ahead of German HICP, US CPI

The EUR/USD pair struggles to gain any meaningful traction and holds steady around mid-1.1500s during the Asian session on Wednesday, within a familiar range held over the past week or so.

Goldman chief economist Hatzius expects a benign July US CPI print

Hatzius's forecast, a headline print around 0.05% month on month and core near 0.19%, would sit in line with or slightly below consensus and reinforce the softer trend he says began in June, a read that would ease pressure on the Fed heading into September if it holds. The more consequential number in the interview may be the sharp downward revision to Goldm

WTI advances above $82.50 due to mixed signals regarding potential US-Iran deal

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil price extends its gains for the third successive day, trading around $82.70 per barrel during the Asian hours on Wednesday. Crude oil prices advance as investors weigh mixed signals regarding a potential deal between the United States (US) and Iran.

Japan bond yields rise as oil gains stoke fresh inflation concerns

The move higher in JGB yields, led by a record high on the five year and the highest two year print since May 1995, reflects markets pricing a firmer case for further Bank of Japan tightening as imported inflation risk builds via crude. That the two year, the tenor most sensitive to BOJ policy, is leading the move fits with Tokyo Tanshi data showing traders

NVIDIA AI Factory Compute Is Becoming an Investable Asset Class

We announced partnerships with Apollo, BlackRock, Blackstone, Brookfield, Goldman Sachs and KKR to establish independent financing platforms designed to mobilize over $500 billion of third-party capital to support the buildout of AI infrastructure over time. This is a major milestone for NVIDIA and the AI industry.

WNBA Power Rankings: Time running out as teams jockey for playoff seeds

The time to nitpick every win and loss has arrived, as some teams need a dramatic run to reach the playoffs.

All Blacks great Ma’a Nonu performs solo haka against New Zealand in South Africa tour match

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DEF CON crowd suspected in fake-hotspot attack on Delta flight

FBI Atlanta confirms it's looking into the incident, no arrests made.

SEC, CFTC sue Goliath Ventures over $400M crypto Ponzi scheme

Regulators allege Goliath promised crypto liquidity-pool returns but instead paid earlier investors and funded its founder’s luxury spending.

Money Stock (July)

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KC's Rice: Jail sentence was 'learning experience'

Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice says his 30-day jail sentence earlier this year was a "learning experience and a reality check."

Carter on Hurts' increased speed: 'Like a movie'

Jalen Hurts is drawing rave reviews in training camp by using his legs more, with players and coaches commenting how much faster he looks now.

Strategy’s $4.6 billion cash buffer gives it almost 3 years before Bitcoin sales create real stress

The company now treats BTC as a managed reserve for dollar obligations, testing whether sales can remain voluntary. The post Strategy’s $4.6 billion cash buffer gives it almost 3 years before Bitcoin sales create real stress appeared first on CryptoSlate.

GBP/JPY Price Forecast: Struggles at 50-day SMA with bulls near 215.50

The GBP/JPY ended Tuesday’s session unchanged at 215.17 as buyers remained reluctant to test the 50-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) at 215.43, seen as the first resistance level on its way to re-test yearly peaked at around 219.61.

Reuters Tankan hits highest manufacturing reading since March on chip boom

The improvement in both readings, and particularly the jump in the chemicals and metal and machinery sub-indexes, points to semiconductor supply chain strength continuing to broaden out across Japan's industrial base rather than staying concentrated in a narrow set of chipmakers. That the manufacturers' index has reached its best level since March suggests t

Singapore Dollar: Decline risks assessed against US Dollar – OCBC

OCBC analysts Sim Moh Siong and Christopher Wong discuss USD/SGD after its post-payroll decline, noting the pair last traded near 1.28 with bearish momentum starting to wane.

Tokenomics: Why making AI pay is tricky

Buyers of AI services are struggling to control costs and sellers are not sure how much to charge.

Households near new pylons to get £250 taken off annual energy bills

Discounts confirmed near more than 40 locations across Great Britain amid biggest upgrade to electricity grid since 1960sHouseholds living near new power pylons will have £250 a year taken off their energy bills as the UK government prepares to push ahead with more than 40 grid upgrade projects across the country.The government has promised hundreds of thous

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

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

Jets CB Stiggers collapses at practice, hospitalized

Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers was transported by ambulance to a hospital after collapsing during a joint practice Tuesday with the Buccaneers.

The Australian Dollar goes seven weeks without a central bank

AUD/USD trades just above 0.7050 on Tuesday August 11, a tenth of a percent firmer inside a 29-pip range, having taken the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) decision entirely in its stride.

US yields ease as CPI caution offsets Oil rally

US Treasury yields eased on Tuesday as most investors remain cautious, awaiting the release of US inflation figures and the resolution of the US-Iran conflict, which has encountered hurdles.

Trump wants Big Pharma to split MMR vaccine; Big Pharma thinks it's idiotic

It took just hours for the leading pharma group to reject the recommendations.

This spot Bitcoin ETF only logged six inflow days ever – now investors have until August 17 before forced cash liquidation

The $11.77 million fund stops trading after the Aug. 17 close, with cash expected around Aug.

Chinese Yuan: Range trade persists, upside risk against US Dollar – UOB

United Overseas Bank (UOB) analysts Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann expect USD/CNH to remain confined in a narrow intraday range, reflecting flat momentum indicators. Over the next 1–3 weeks, they still see scope for the Dollar to edge lower toward 6.7300 while resistance has shifted higher.

Doku 'not against' journalist who criticised him at World Cup

Jeremy Doku says he is "not against" the journalist who criticised his plan to leave the Belgium camp during the World Cup to attend the birth of his first child.

Romell Glave soars to European men’s 100m title in British one-two ahead of Jeremiah Azu

Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs pulls up injuredItaly’s Nadia Battocletti wins gold in women’s 5,000mOn Marcell Jacobs’ right arm there is a tattoo of the Roman colosseum and a gladiator: a reminder of his fighting spirit and what Italy’s capital means to him. But in the swirling bearpit of a European championships 100m final, the former Olympic champion’s b

Coventry eye Mudryk on loan - Wednesday's gossip

Coventry City interested in signing Chelsea winger Mykhaylo Mudryk on loan, Barcelona still chasing Manchester City midfielder Rodri and Manchester United make a move for Real Madrid striker Endrick.

Hamer rejoins Coventry City on 'long-term' deal

Coventry City re-sign midfielder Gustavo Hamer from Sheffield United on a "long-term" contract for an undisclosed fee.

Jets' Stiggers in hospital after collapsing during practice

New York Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers was taken to a hospital by ambulance after he briefly lost consciousness during a joint practice with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Tuesday.

The Japanese Yen gives back half of a record intervention

USD/JPY trades just beneath 159.50 on Tuesday August 11, effectively unchanged inside a 47-pip range, wedged between a reclaimed 200-day moving average near 158.00 and a declining 50-day near 160.50.

Another OpenAI Exec Quits in Leadership Shake-Up as AI Giant Eyes IPO

The former operating chief is starting a new venture following several departures across the ChatGPT developer’s leadership and safety teams.

'Total domination' - GB's Glave & Azu claim European 100m one-two

Great Britain's Romell Glave and Jeremiah Azu claim a sensational European 100m one-two for the hosts in Birmingham.

Savage Mountain review – inside the record-smashing mountain climb that ruined lives

Former cross-country skiing champion, Kristin Harila had clocked an incredible mountaineering record – but then, halfway up K2, she and her team encountered an injured porter from another expedition …Why climb a mountain? Really, there’s only one answer: to prove that you can – to yourself, to other people, to the world at large.

Coinbase secures Abu Dhabi license for tokenized securities

Coinbase has secured Abu Dhabi regulatory approval to arrange investment deals and provide custody as it prepares an international hub for tokenized securities and onchain capital markets. Coinbase secures approval for tokenized securities Coinbase said in an announcement published by…

Sharks 0-54 New Zealand | Highlights

Highlights of the Greatest Rivalry tour match between the Sharks and New Zealand in Durban.

Arthur Fery ready to test himself at Masters level after Wimbledon run

Briton reached SW19 semi-finals as a wildcardWorld No 36 has first-round bye in CincinnatiArthur Fery believes he is at the start of a new chapter in his career as he returns to competition for the first time since his surprise run to the Wimbledon semi-finals as a wildcard.Fery will compete for the first time in a month at the Cincinnati Open this week, aft

Glave and Azu deliver on GB sweep promise with 100m gold and silver

Great Britain's Romell Glave and Jeremiah Azu say a medal sweep in the men's 100m was a goal they had discussed amongst their teams earlier in the year, as the two take home the gold and silver medals at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.

Indonesian Rupiah: BI succession supports IDR against US Dollar – OCBC

OCBC’s Sim Moh Siong and Christopher Wong note that Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) strengthened to near a two‑month high on a softer US Dollar (USD) after weak United States (US) payrolls and clarity over Bank Indonesia (BI) leadership, with Destry Damayanti nominated as sole governor candidate.

Jodar on verge of smashing record for fastest rise to top 10

The teenage Spaniard's rise to the top of tennis is set to be faster than the sport's modern greats

Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni reportedly knew Phia was ‘cookie stuffing’ for months

Phia, the shopping startup co-founded by Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni, is once again under fire for its alleged business practices.

Accel closes oversubscribed $550M India fund within weeks, 19 months after its last

The U.S. VC firm still has more than 55% of its previous $650 million India fund available for deployment.

Bitcoin stuck as ETF inflows offset selling, but inflation data could spark a move

Weeks of sideways trading have crushed volatility, leaving Wednesday’s inflation report as the next potential catalyst, analysts said.

Papers: Chelsea and Man Utd turn down Lewis-Skelly opportunity

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

'Oh my word!' - Netherlands' Visser wins 100m hurdles by 0.001 secs

Netherlands Nadine Visser pips Poland's Pia Skrzyszowska to the women's 100m hurdles gold medal by a thousandth of a second at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.

CFTC orders Kalshi to continue offering prediction markets in New York after state lawsuit

New York sued Kalshi last month in a bid to block it from operating sports-related prediction markets.

Fed rate hike debate grows with inflation above 2%

Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee has identified inflation above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target as the main U.S. economic problem while officials debate whether to raise rates from 3.50%–3.75%.

Swansea's price tag for top-scorer Vipotnik revealed

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Swansea's price tag for top-scorer Vipotnik revealed”.

What a forbidden hug from a nurse during lockdown meant to one a cancer patient

Shortly after the COVID-19 lockdown began, Ashleigh Bell Pedersen was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer. She came to desperately miss physical touch during treatment.

Russian drones found near vital European offshore gas site, get blown up

This follows many drone incursions into Romania and a failed attack in Germany.

Mexican Peso hits 25-month high as US CPI lurks

The Mexican Peso (MXN) is poised to end Tuesday’s session with solid gains of 0.32% against the US Dollar (USD) as money markets await the release of the US July inflation figures, while USD/MXN trades at 17.08, a level last seen in June 2024.

Mock draft: Robinson and Gibbs at picks 7 and 8? Only in a superflex league

Quarterbacks were taken with the first six picks, which meant star backs became values in Round 1.

BTCPay Backers Offer Bitcoin Bounty After Wallet Exploit

The reward aims to recover Bitcoin stolen after attackers gained access to connected LND wallets.

Bitcoin miner Bitdeer unlocks a $1B cash tap that dilutes shareholders by up to 30% to build its AI empire

The price-dependent scenario is not a forecast, but the filing creates equity capacity twice Tydal’s remaining build bill. The post Bitcoin miner Bitdeer unlocks a $1B cash tap that dilutes shareholders by up to 30% to build its AI empire appeared first on CryptoSlate.

What Kyler Murray as QB1 means for Vikings and J.J. McCarthy's future

McCarthy, the No. 10 pick in 2024, will take a back seat to offseason addition Murray.

What Quinnen Williams' contract extension means for Cowboys

With Williams' three-year, $105.9 million deal, Dallas appears to have rediscovered its old formula of locking in its stars.

Zhang shocks Zhao in final-ball respot at China Open

Zhang Anda shocked world number three Zhao Xintong with a thrilling 6-5 victory by potting a respotted black ball in round one of the China Open.

Singapore: AI-driven growth supports MAS outlook – Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered Bank economists Edward Lee and Jonathan Koh highlight that Singapore’s H1 GDP expanded 6.1% year-on-year, with strong AI-related demand offsetting energy sector drag.

Spritehood NFTs raise $1.28M on Robinhood Chain

Spritehood has sold 42,956 paid NFTs on Robinhood Chain in about 53 minutes, generating nearly $1.28 million for Pudgy Penguins co-founder Cole Villemain. Spritehood NFT sale reached $1.28 million The Defiant reported that Villemain launched Spritehood on Aug.

investingLive Americas FX news wrap 11 Aug: Stocks /yields Slip as markets await US CPI

U.S. markets are wrapping up Tuesday with stocks mostly lower, Treasury yields modestly lower across most of the curve, and the U.S.

British Pound Sterling needs a fourth dissenter

GBP/USD trades near 1.3500 on Tuesday August 11, a shade lower on the session and inside a range of barely 25 pips, with nothing British on the calendar to account for either the level or the calm.

Glave wins 100m gold ahead of Azu in stunning GB one-two

Great Britain's Romell Glave wins the men's 100m gold medal and is joined by compatriot Jeremiah Azu on the podium, who finishes in second place at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.

Chrome adopts what may be the best protection yet against account takeovers

Device-bound session credentials thwart an increasingly common form of account takeover.

SEC to address crypto regulations in absence of CLARITY passage

The US securities regulator scheduled a meeting this week with the potential to step up on digital asset policies without congressional action.

Itaú joins Brazil tokenization pilot with OpenAssets

The bank will test tokenized fixed-income securities and investment funds as part of an ANBIMA-led industry pilot.

Seifert stars as Super Giants boost knockout hopes

Tim Seifert and Paul Walter guide Manchester Super Giants to a thumping 10-wicket win against Sunrisers Leeds at Old Trafford, which boosts the hosts' hopes of reaching the Hundred knockout stages.

The Bull and Bear Case for Solana’s Next Price Move

Solana is holding its 50-day average after a pullback from August's $90 spike, but the death cross above it keeps pressure pointed down.

40 balls, 80 runs - Seifert's sensational 52 minutes at the crease

Manchester Super Giants' Tim Seifert hits 80 runs off just 40 balls inside 52 minutes, in an innings that includes seven sixes, as he guides his side to a 10-wicket win against Sunrisers Leeds, a victory which sees the Super Giants move above their opponents and in pole position to qualify for the Eliminator match.

Birmingham 2026: European Athletics Championships day two – live

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Mount set to miss Man Utd's Dublin game with Leeds

Manchester United midfielder Mason Mount is expected to miss the club's penultimate pre-season encounter with Leeds at Croke Park.

'That's not what he wants' Hudson-Smith second in 400m semi-final

Great Britain's Matt Hudson-Smith reaches the 400m final but fades to second in his semi-final at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.

Thai Baht: Benign inflation keeps BoT on hold – Commerzbank

Commerzbank strategists note July Consumer Price Index (CPI) eased to 2.0% year-on-year, below consensus, mainly due to softer retail fuel prices. While core CPI has been gradually rising, overall price pressures are described as manageable and below government forecasts.

Super Giants deny Sunrisers and boost knockout bid

Manchester Super Giants gave themselves a huge chance of qualifying for the knockout stages of The Hundred with a 10-wicket win over Sunrisers Leeds.

Meta can't stop states' $1.4 trillion lawsuit from going to trial

Judges tell Meta that Section 230 provides a defense, not immunity from lawsuits.

Brazil’s biggest bank Itaú joins tokenization pilot for bonds and funds

Brazil’s largest bank by market value has joined a pilot involving more than 50 financial organizations to test the issuance, trading, and settlement of tokenized fixed-income securities and investment funds. OpenAssets said in an Aug.

Kennedy Center must pay $250,000 in legal fees to musician who canceled in protest

Chuck Redd canceled his annual Christmas Eve performance to protest Trump's name being added to the complex. In June, a superior court judge dismissed the Kennedy Center's lawsuit against Redd.

Tributes to co-founder of John Pye auction house

A statement issued by the firm said "John lived a fantastic life full of laughter and hard work".

Emery positive about Aston Villa’s outlook despite summer exits as PSG await

Ebullient manager takes his side to Salzburg to cross swords with the European champions in the Super CupOne thing was almost instantly detectable as Unai Emery walked into a stuffy room inside the Red Bull Arena on the eve of Wednesday’s Super Cup against Paris Saint-Germain. After a summer of change, Aston Villa’s manager appeared uber-relaxed, confident h

Friday’s SEC vote could unlock $75 million crypto raises – or trap token issuers in unexpected legal fine print

The Commission is considering a proposal, not a live exemption, and eligibility and resale rules remain undisclosed. The post Friday’s SEC vote could unlock $75 million crypto raises – or trap token issuers in unexpected legal fine print appeared first on CryptoSlate.

SEC Prepares Escape Hatch From Securities Registration for Crypto Projects

The agency has set an open meeting to consider moving forward with its Regulation Crypto proposal.

'I Diuuuuu' - Ronaldo marries long-term partner

Cristiano Ronaldo has married his long-time girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez at a civil ceremony in Portugal.

Uber surprised robotics company Serve by selling its entire stake

The divestiture comes as the two once-tight companies have started to diverge on the business side.

Knicks face LeBron, 76ers in NBA opening slate

The NBA announced its opening week, Christmas Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day games on Tuesday, leading with a tripleheader on Oct.

GM disputes Pierce reports: WR 'in good shape'

Alec Pierce remains sidelined after offseason surgery on his left ankle, and the Colts still are not placing a firm timeline on the WR's return.

Northwestern football receives $35M donation

Northwestern announced Tuesday that the football team has received a $35 million donation from Liz and Dick Uihlein aimed at strengthening the program.

Super Giants rout SunRisers to move to cusp of Hundred eliminator

Manchester Super Giants routed SunRisers Leeds to all but seal their place in The Hundred men's eliminator and leave their opponents at risk of being knocked out.

Criticism of empty seats and ticket prices at Europeans

Nearly 10,000 seats were empty at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium on Monday.

Buzzer-beaters and besties: the rivalries and friendships that make the WNBA

From Comets-Liberty and Lynx-Sparks to Wilson-Gray and the StudBudz, the feuds and friendships that have shaped 30 years of the WNBASign up to get WNBA 30 in your inbox every TuesdayIt’s Rivals Week in the W, and it’s already given us so many spicy viral moments. But when I look at the matchups that headline the schedule, it made me think of all the differen

Flowdesk secures full broker-dealer license in Dubai

Flowdesk has secured a full broker-dealer license in Dubai, allowing its local entity to provide regulated crypto services to qualified and institutional investors in and from the emirate. Flowdesk completes Dubai’s licensing process Flowdesk said Tuesday that the Virtual Assets…

MoneyGram expands crypto cash ramps to Solana

MoneyGram’s Ramps service now connects Solana wallets and applications to its global cash network, with Rift becoming the first wallet to integrate the service.

Economic and event calendar in Asia Wednesday, August 12, 2026 is nearly empty

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Euro stalls below 100-day SMA as investors brace for US CPI

The Euro (EUR) registers minimal losses against the US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday as traders and market participants prepare for the release of the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) on Wednesday, which could set the path for the future of US monetary policy.

Gemini becomes Google's fastest-growing product ever as it hits 1B users

But will Gemini's surge survive slowing model releases?

Chinese Yuan: Measured appreciation with strong RMB – OCBC

OCBC’s Sim Moh Siong and Christopher Wong note USD/CNH slipped after weak US payrolls, with the Renminbi (RMB) near its strongest levels in over three years.

Following Senate delay, crypto bill has narrow window to become law

After an August recess, lawmakers in the Senate will have just 36 days in session before the end of the year to pass the CLARITY Act.

FBI says cybercriminals are hacking into victims’ online accounts to steal their intimate pictures

In a new alert, the FBI said cybercriminals are targeting adults and minors in an attempt to steal their personal and intimate pictures in extortion campaigns.

Stokes’ presence and group stage drama add to One-Day Cup’s quiet resurgence

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New York Jets’ Qwan’tez Stiggers in hospital after collapsing during practice

Cornerback loses consciousness during joint practiceTeam indicate 24-year-old is recovering wellNew York Jets cornerback Qwan’tez Stiggers was taken to a hospital by ambulance after he briefly lost consciousness during a joint practice with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Tuesday.Jets coach Aaron Glenn said the 24-year-old Stiggers was conscious and talking on t

OpenAI launches ChatGPT desktop app for Linux

OpenAI is finally bringing a dedicated ChatGPT desktop app to Linux operating systems.

‘I am quite optimistic’: Newcastle’s Jaissle on leading club after turbulent summer

The former Al-Ahli head coach, chosen by the Saudi owners to replace Eddie Howe, admits ‘vacuum’ after sale of three key playersMatthias Jaissle has been described as “fire” and a “rockstar”, but his formal “unveiling” as Newcastle’s manager revealed a rather more considered and conservative character than advertised.At the precise moment the clock struck 3p

Singapore Dollar: Range bias with upside risk against US Dollar – UOB

United Overseas Bank’s (UOB) Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann expect USD/SGD to remain in a tight intraday band after Monday’s modest rebound, with the pair seen between 1.2785 and 1.2815.

Bitwise Solana ETF approved for loans at 25% LTV

Bitwise’s Solana staking ETF has received approval from a major bank for customers to borrow up to 25% of their shares’ value, adding a lending function to the U.S.-listed crypto fund. Bitwise co-founder and CEO Hunter Horsley disclosed the approval…

Brazil's largest lender Itaú is stepping deeper into the tokenization

Itaú Unibanco said it teamed up with tokenization specialist OpenAssets to test tokenized bonds and funds in a pilot run by Brazil's financial watchdog ANBIMA.

The UK now ranks 3rd in global Bitcoin adoption, but court rules mean it can’t keep its 60,000 BTC as a reserve

JAN3's 2025 B20 combines policy advances with enforcement custody, while dated Treasury records separate the coins from national reserves. The post The UK now ranks 3rd in global Bitcoin adoption, but court rules mean it can’t keep its 60,000 BTC as a reserve appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Ten Ways to Die Happy review – gameshow invites you to don a robe and treasure time

Underbelly, Bristo Square, EdinburghAudience members are invited to examine what they will do with their lives in this earnest shared thought experimentIf you could hold the years of your life in your hands like coins, would you choose to spend them differently? This is the thoughtful, earnest tone of Ten Ways to Die Happy, an existential but somewhat formul

Flintoff hits 65-ball ton as Lancashire set up quarter-final vs Stokes' Durham

Rocky Flintoff made his first Lancashire century in a One Day Cup thrashing of Somerset - and will now meet Ben Stokes and Durham in the quarter-finals.

AI Agent Hacks a Gym—And the Tech World Wonders What's Next

The newly reported incident is raising fresh concerns about autonomous AI after models from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta exploited websites and online services.

Address poisoning attack drains $100K USDT

A crypto user has lost approximately 100,000 USDT after transferring the funds to a lookalike wallet address planted in the victim’s transaction history 66 days earlier. Cyvers Alerts reported on Aug.

Lancs, Yorks, Durham & Notts reach One-Day Cup knockouts as Flintoff hits first ton

Leicestershire, Lancashire, Nottinghamshire, Middlesex, Yorkshire & Durham all qualify for the knockout stages of One-Day Cup.

Google’s Gemini app surges to 1 billion users

Google also shared numbers of how people are actually using the chatbot, with 63% of Gemini users talking directly to the assistant using the voice feature. Plus, Gemini now generates more than 150 million images every day, according to Google.

Australian Dollar: Policy risks balanced as inflation lingers – Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered’s Nicholas Chia reports that the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) kept the cash rate at 4.35% in a unanimous decision, as widely expected. Chia notes the RBA sees inflation returning to the midpoint of its 2–3% target only by late 2027.

Saints' Jordan may be sidelined to start season

Saints coach Kellen Moore says defensive end Cameron Jordan "could possibly" miss the start of the regular season with a hamstring injury.

Fins HC to Achane: Be ready for heavy workload

Hafley promised a heavy workload for De'Von Achane, saying that the Dolphins' star RB could have games in which he touches the ball more than 40 times.

Trump warns against replacing FIFA chief Infantino

President Donald Trump said in a social media post Monday that ousting FIFA president Gianni Infantino would be a "terrible mistake."

Golfer resigns from club amid cheating scandal

An amateur golfer has resigned from his membership at a St. Louis-area club after admitting to a now-viral cheating scandal in which he faked making a hole-in-one.

Are ticket prices to blame for 'disappointing' European Championship attendance?

BBC Sport pundits Greg Rutherford and Jessica Ennis-Hill believe that while concerns around ticket prices are understandable, being able to experience the European Athletics Championships live will create "core memories" for spectators which make the cost of tickets value for money.

Used EV buying guide: The $30,000 edition

Depending on the model, you might have hundreds to choose from—or just one.

British Pound: Sterling recovery eyes 1.36 caps against US Dollar – Scotiabank

Scotiabank strategists Shaun Osborne and Eric Theoret observe that the British Pound (GBP) is consolidating gains near the top of its one-month and multi-month ranges, with price action closely tied to fading downside risk reversals.

Trump Media’s Crypto Bet Fuels Massive $238M Quarterly Loss

Falling digital asset values battered the Truth Social parent’s balance sheet, contributing to about $361 million in crypto-related losses during the first half of 2026.

'Phenomenal!' - GB's Shanahan wins European 200m backstroke gold

Katie Shanahan breaks the British record to win the women's 200m backstrokegold at the 2026 European Acquatics Championships in Paris.

Forex Today: US Dollar on pause ahead of US CPI

The US Dollar Index (DXY) is trading little changed in the vicinity below the 100.00 price zone ahead of the United States (US) July Consumer Price Index (CPI), which is expected on Wednesday.

Oil: Strait of Hormuz risk premium – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s energy team notes fading hopes for a US–Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, driving Brent toward USD 90 and gas oil to nearly USD 1,350 per ton. Drone attacks on refineries in Saudi Arabia, Russia, Libya and tight diesel supply add to the risk premium.

SEC plans CAT takeover in sweeping market data reform

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has outlined a plan to take control of the Consolidated Audit Trail, replace its funding model, and prepare a transition that could run through late 2027.

WTI Price Forecast: Buyers defend 21-day SMA as bullish bias holds

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Oil trades modestly higher on Tuesday after two-way price swings, as headlines from the Middle East keep energy markets volatile. At the time of writing, WTI trades around $82.13, up more than 7% so far this week.

Jaissle 'bit scared' how refs will take 'emotional' touchline style

Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle cut a measured figure at his unveiling news conference, but Premier League managers will come up against someone very different

Women's football shouldn't be penalised by Uefa boycott - Nandy

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says women's footballers should not be "penalised" by a potential boycott of next month's Under-20 Women's World Cup.

The US Dollar Index has no dovish tail to price

Tuesday gives the Dollar Index a session with almost nothing in it.

The Guardian view on AI money in US politics: not the way to hold an urgent democratic debate | Editorial

Amid public concern over the impact of new technology, Silicon Valley’s use of its wealth to influence specific election races is an unwelcome developmentAs the huge societal ramifications of artificial intelligence have become clear, some of the tech industry’s most senior figures have taken to writing thinkpieces on what comes next. The latest to do so is

Strategy CEO says company will resume Bitcoin accumulation this year

The company has bought roughly 25 times more BTC than it has sold this year, despite recent sales that challenged its long-standing accumulation strategy.

Singapore: Growth set to run above potential – UOB

UOB economist Jester Koh highlights that Singapore’s 2Q26 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was revised up to 5.9% year-on-year and 1.4% quarter-on-quarter, driven by AI-related strength in manufacturing and modern services.

Less than 2.5% of Taylor Farms' recalled lettuce went to Taco Bells

FDA report reveals where Taylor Farms sent its lettuce—and it raises questions.

Silver Price Forecast: XAG pullback puts $63.50 in focus

Silver price reverses its course, drops some 2.70% on Tuesday, even though US Treasury yields and the Greenback remained steady, amid news that if the US does not comply with Iran’s demands, the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed. The XAG/USD trades at $64.77, after hitting a daily high of $66.49.

Coinbase, Strategy, and Blockstream back AI access push after vetted Bitcoin researcher gets blocked

A 43-account launch roster says trusted access, sufficient compute and secure environments are becoming a defensive requirement. The post Coinbase, Strategy, and Blockstream back AI access push after vetted Bitcoin researcher gets blocked appeared first on CryptoSlate.

ARP Digital secures Dubai VARA broker-dealer license

The license allows ARP Digital to offer regulated digital asset and stablecoin conversions into UAE dirhams as it expands its Gulf presence beyond Bahrain.

Japanese Yen pares losses ahead of US inflation report

The Japanese Yen (JPY) trades flat above 159.00 on Tuesday after several days of US Dollar (USD) strength following the intervention that briefly boosted the Yen. The pair has retraced most of its sharp intervention-driven decline, facing pressure from elevated Oil prices and a firm US Dollar (USD).

Ramsay-Peaty fifth in European Championships 100m final

Adam Ramsay-Peaty was beaten for the first time at a European Aquatics Championships as he finished fifth in the 100m breaststroke final in Paris.

Flagg's prized 1-of-1 card found in Rhode Island

Cooper Flagg's coveted one-of-one numbered rookie debut patch autograph card was found in Rhode Island on Monday night.

Bluesky’s active user base is shrinking as its focus expands beyond the app

Over a year following its post-election surge, Bluesky’s mobile app is seeing a continued decline in active users, though its remaining community is still relatively engaged.

What’s Scaleup Europe, the $5.7B fund that just backed satellite company ICEYE?

Scaleup Europe, a public-private fund with a $5.7 billion target, made its first investment by backing Finnish satellite company ICEYE.

Brad Lightcap, OpenAI’s longtime COO, is leaving to ‘start something new’

One of OpenAI's longest-serving executives is headed out the door, although the longtime COO told staff that he was "excited to help you all advance the mission from a different vantage point."

General Catalyst leads $1.1B round into 2-month-old River AI

River AI, a startup founded by xAI co-founder Igor Babuschkin, has a fascinating vision for personal agents and secured $1.1 billion out of the gate.

Infantino’s opponents developing new framework for running world football

Uefa, Concacaf and AFC working together on systemFifa has ignored calls for an independent reviewGianni Infantino’s opponents are working together to produce a new framework for running world football to replace what they regard as a system of patronage that Fifa has adopted since he replaced Sepp Blatter as president 10 years ago.Repeated calls from Uefa, C

Reports: Judge rules Tulsa can play for LLBWS bid

A Little League team from Tulsa, Oklahoma, disqualified from the Southwest tournament due to an ineligible player, has been granted a temporary restraining order, according to multiple reports, and will play for a Little League World Series berth Tuesday.

Will Andy Burnham’s everyday fixes be enough to get the public on his side?

The prime minister’s money-saving policies are popular but they are yet to convince voters he can take on the big thingsIt was last year that Martin Lewis, the money-saving guru, advised the government to find “100 small things that piss people off” and set about sorting them out.That approach has been adopted almost immediately by Andy Burnham since enterin

Floodlights to be on throughout Hundred matches for solar eclipse

Floodlights will be turned on throughout games in The Hundred on Wednesday due to the solar eclipse.