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Why UK diesel prices have hit an all-time high
MarketsBBC Business

Why UK diesel prices have hit an all-time high

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

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
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UK diesel price hits all-time high, the RAC says
MarketsBBC Business

UK diesel price hits all-time high, the RAC says

The US-Israel war with Iran has caused fuel prices to soar due to disruption of global oil supplies.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
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Dow Jones Industrial Average gives back Friday's rally on a Boeing delay
ForexFXStreet

Dow Jones Industrial Average gives back Friday's rally on a Boeing delay

A software bug at Boeing (BA) cost the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) more points than a record $150 billion buyback at Nvidia (NVDA) put back. The index closed just under 51,500 on Monday, handing back about two-thirds of Friday's rally.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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UK tries to stop Trump's diesel export ban
MarketsBBC Business

UK tries to stop Trump's diesel export ban

John Healey said the government is in talks with the US over Donald Trump's threat to stop exports.

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
Economic and event calendar in Asia Tuesday, September 29, 2026: RBA rate hike expected
ForexInvestingLive

Economic and event calendar in Asia Tuesday, September 29, 2026: RBA rate hike expected

A relatively quiet calendar but we do have an expected Reserve Bank of Australia rate hike. I'll get a preview posted but for how: RBA preview: A 25 bps rate hike is priced in, but what comes after that?

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Gold price crashes as 2007-era yields trigger brutal sell-off
ForexFXStreet

Gold price crashes as 2007-era yields trigger brutal sell-off

Gold (XAU/USD) begins the week on the back foot, tanking over 3.4% on Monday as US Treasury yields soar and Oil prices remain elevated despite falling from daily highs amid mixed news headlines about a potential US-Iran deal. The XAU/USD trades at $4,139 after peaking at $4,280.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
investing Live Americas market news wrap: Oil prices bounce around on Iran headlines, yields rise
ForexInvestingLive

investing Live Americas market news wrap: Oil prices bounce around on Iran headlines, yields rise

Trump: We will win the Iran war very soon and gas prices will come tumbling down Trump prepared to ease sanctions and release frozen funds for nuclear progress - report Iran foreign minister's stay in NY has not been extended September Dallas Fed manufacturing business index 9.8 vs 11.6 prior ECB's Lagarde: We view a 'measured…

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Anthropic's Claude Sonnet 5.5 Is Out, Beats Opus 5.5 at Coding for Half the Price
CryptoDecrypt

Anthropic's Claude Sonnet 5.5 Is Out, Beats Opus 5.5 at Coding for Half the Price

Anthropic's mid-tier model tops its own flagship on Terminal-Bench 4.0 and costs half as much per token, but an independent tester found it burns more tokens than any model it has measured.

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Shopify opens checkout to browser-based AI agents
TechnologyTechCrunch

Shopify opens checkout to browser-based AI agents

Shopify is expanding WebMCP support to checkout, allowing browser-based AI agents to update order details and complete purchases with a buyer’s authorization.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Tesla delays Roadster 2 event again due to bad weather
TechnologyTechCrunch

Tesla delays Roadster 2 event again due to bad weather

Tesla says the event "can only be held outdoors," as it's expected to show the car flying in some form using SpaceX thrusters.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Bitget hacker moves $6.3 million into Bitcoin after THORChain rejects freeze request
CryptoCrypto News

Bitget hacker moves $6.3 million into Bitcoin after THORChain rejects freeze request

A wallet linked to the Bitget hacker has swapped about $6.3 million in ETH for Bitcoin through THORChain after the network rejected the exchange’s request to block addresses tied to its Sep. 24 breach.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Nvidia unveils security platform to rein in AI agents and $150bn stock buyback
TechnologyThe Guardian Business

Nvidia unveils security platform to rein in AI agents and $150bn stock buyback

Chipmaker says new system was designed to prevent AI agents from going rogue amid incidents at top companies Nvidia on Monday unveiled a new security platform that the chipmaker said can stop artificial intelligence agents from going rogue. The company announced a $150bn stock buyback the same day, the largest in US corporate…

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Cardano Foundation, UCLA partner on blockchain education
CryptoCrypto News

Cardano Foundation, UCLA partner on blockchain education

The Cardano Foundation has announced a multi-year partnership with the Venture Accelerator at UCLA Anderson School of Management that will bring blockchain coursework, five startup fellowships, and a founder showcase sponsorship to the Los Angeles campus. The Cardano Foundation said…

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Bitcoin price tests $83K support as 4-hour Supertrend turns bearish
CryptoCrypto News

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

Bitcoin price traded near $84,000 on Sep. 28 after retreating from a recent high above $87,000, leaving traders focused on whether U.

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Nvidia launches new platform for reining in rogue AI agents
TechnologyTechCrunch

Nvidia launches new platform for reining in rogue AI agents

As the debate rages over whether the recent spate of rogue AI agents is a step toward AGI or a more conventional engineering problem, Nvidia is offering its own answer to problem. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on Monday introduced a toolkit of software and hardware products that add independent security layers around AI agents to…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
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What a US diesel export ban could mean for you
MarketsBBC Business

What a US diesel export ban could mean for you

The threatened proposal aims to protect US consumers from rising costs, but it could trigger major economic waves if it were to happen.

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
Scientists solve 1840s space weather mystery
TechnologyArs Technica

Scientists solve 1840s space weather mystery

19th century Nature account of 1841 train delayed by geomagnetic storm got year wrong—due to a typo.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Circle executive says stablecoin restrictions could cost the US $1 trillion
CryptoCrypto News

Circle executive says stablecoin restrictions could cost the US $1 trillion

Circle executive Nikhil Chandhok has argued that resistance to dollar stablecoins could keep the United States from drawing as much as $1 trillion in overseas demand for dollars. Moonshots LIVE brought Chandhok together with ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood, Stability…

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Trump set to speak in the Oval Office
ForexInvestingLive

Trump set to speak in the Oval Office

Trump will make an announcement in the Oval Office today. The scheduled time is 2 pm ET but White House events never happen on time.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
SEC Charges Registered Investment Adviser Zoe Financial for Failure to Disclose Conflict of Interest
MarketsU.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

SEC Charges Registered Investment Adviser Zoe Financial for Failure to Disclose Conflict of Interest

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced settled charges against New York-based investment adviser Zoe Financial Inc. for failing to fully and fairly disclose material facts concerning conflicts of interest to its clients and prospective…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
Crude Oil round-trips between a rejected Iran plan and a sanctions offer
ForexFXStreet

Crude Oil round-trips between a rejected Iran plan and a sanctions offer

President Donald Trump's rejection of Iran's seven-day plan for the Strait of Hormuz lifted Crude Oil to its best level since Thursday, and the whole rise was gone after a Saudi pipeline restart and a US offer of sanctions relief.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Fed’s Cook: AI, Iran risks could keep inflation pressures high
ForexFXStreet

Fed’s Cook: AI, Iran risks could keep inflation pressures high

Federal Reserve (Fed) Governor Lisa Cook said in a speech in Oakland, California, that the number and magnitude of future adjustments to the Fed funds rate will depend on inflation and labor market data.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Strategy buys 1,665 BTC and repurchases $152M STRC
CryptoCrypto News

Strategy buys 1,665 BTC and repurchases $152M STRC

Strategy bought 1,665 BTC for $142.7 million and repurchased $151.7 million of STRC, lifting Bitcoin holdings to 847,666 BTC.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Labour’s modest reheat of help to buy is worth a try | Nils Pratley
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Labour’s modest reheat of help to buy is worth a try | Nils Pratley

Turning to George Osborne’s playbook may look awkward, but cutting deposits to 2.5% could jolt a housebuilding sector stuck in a funk What you need to know about Your First Home scheme There may be three reasons why the Labour government has hesitated until now to reheat the Tories’ decade-long help-to-buy scheme. First, the…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
D3 offers priority access to new domains via Solana, Hyperliquid vaults
CryptoCrypto News

D3 offers priority access to new domains via Solana, Hyperliquid vaults

D3 has launched Frontier, a program that lets users deposit eligible assets in Solana and Hyperliquid vaults to earn points toward priority access to new internet domain names. D3, the core contributor to Doma Protocol, announced Frontier at Korea Blockchain…

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Crypto PAC spends $11M to oppose Sherrod Brown in Ohio
CryptoCointelegraph

Crypto PAC spends $11M to oppose Sherrod Brown in Ohio

Fairshake pledged an initial $30 million on media opposing the Democratic candidate in Ohio’s Senate race in what some see as a repeat of spending by the crypto industry in 2024.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
US President Trump to ease sanctions on Iran over nuclear progress
ForexFXStreet

US President Trump to ease sanctions on Iran over nuclear progress

Al Jazeera reported on Monday that US President Donald Trump is prepared to ease sanctions on Iran and to unfreeze its assets in exchange for progress on nuclear talks.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Google Arts & Culture turns 15 — and gives its app a makeover
TechnologyGoogle Blog

Google Arts & Culture turns 15 — and gives its app a makeover

Explore art and culture with visual-first conversation search, a redesigned home feed, AI experiments and 27 new city guides in the Google Arts & Culture app.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
USD: Speculative longs steady as Fed hikes – Rabobank
ForexFXStreet

USD: Speculative longs steady as Fed hikes – Rabobank

Rabobank’s RaboResearch Global Economics & Markets FX Strategy team notes that USD net long speculative positions were broadly unchanged, with both longs and shorts rising modestly. The Federal Reserve raised its overnight policy rate by 25bp on September 16, matching expectations.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Trump prepared to ease sanctions and release frozen funds for nuclear progress - report
ForexInvestingLive

Trump prepared to ease sanctions and release frozen funds for nuclear progress - report

Perhaps diplomacy isn't dead. Al Jazeera reports that diplomacy is continuing, citing a US official, and that Trump is prepared to ease sanctions and release frozen funds for progress on the nuclear issue.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Hedera price jumps 30% as RSI tops 80 and AI post draws attention
CryptoCrypto News

Hedera price jumps 30% as RSI tops 80 and AI post draws attention

Hedera price surged about 30% on Sep. 28, climbing above $0.12 as traders reacted to a sharp chart breakout and a new post linking Hedera Council members to NVIDIA’s AI safety initiative.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
See what 4 builders are making with Gemini 3.8 Flash
TechnologyGoogle Blog

See what 4 builders are making with Gemini 3.8 Flash

See what developers have built with Gemini 3.8 Flash, our most intelligent workhorse model, launched in early September.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
British Pound defies US yields surge as BoE hike bets build
ForexFXStreet

British Pound defies US yields surge as BoE hike bets build

The Pound Sterling (GBP) registers modest gains of 0.18% on Monday even as US Treasury yields soar, with the US 10-year T-note rising over 10 basis points, underpinning the Greenback. At the time of writing, the GBP/USD pair trades at 1.3252.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Ethereum price faces $2,700 resistance as ADX falls to 14
CryptoCrypto News

Ethereum price faces $2,700 resistance as ADX falls to 14

Ethereum price fell 1.5% to about $2,665 on Sep. 28 as oil prices rose following a setback in US-Iran talks.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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GBP: Shorts at highs as Pound tracks Oil-led USD rally – Rabobank
ForexFXStreet

GBP: Shorts at highs as Pound tracks Oil-led USD rally – Rabobank

Rabobank highlights that GBP net short positions have risen over 40%, reaching their highest level since August. The Bank of England kept the Bank Rate unchanged at 3.75% on September 18, in line with expectations.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Bitcoin Falls Lower as Trump's Iran Snub Sends Oil, Yields Higher
CryptoDecrypt

Bitcoin Falls Lower as Trump's Iran Snub Sends Oil, Yields Higher

Bitcoin extends last week's pullback as Trump rejects Iran's ceasefire plan, sending oil above $100 and yields higher ahead of Wednesday's PCE report.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Euro struggles as Fed rate-hike bets overshadow ECB tightening expectations
ForexFXStreet

Euro struggles as Fed rate-hike bets overshadow ECB tightening expectations

EUR/USD trades on the back foot on Monday, pressured by a stronger US Dollar (USD) as the US-Iran stalemate keeps Oil prices elevated, pushing US Treasury yields higher and strengthening expectations of further Federal Reserve (Fed) rate hikes.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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Iran foreign minister's stay in NY has not been extended
ForexInvestingLive

Iran foreign minister's stay in NY has not been extended

Irib reports -- and it was confirmed by an Iranian spokesman -- that Aragchi's New York stay has not been extended. he met with mediators today but I imagine they relayed that the US hadn't accepted their proposal and hadn't offered anything constructive back.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
AI godfathers warn of runaway ‘intelligence explosion’
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

AI godfathers warn of runaway ‘intelligence explosion’

OpenAI chief scientist also among authors of report on prospect of ‘most consequential technological development in history’ Two of the “godfathers” of modern AI and senior executives at OpenAI and Anthropic have warned governments to prepare for an AI “intelligence explosion”, which they say could be the most consequential…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Commonwealth Fusion Systems’ Brandon Sorbom and Helion’s David Kirtley on bringing fusion to the grid at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
BusinessTechCrunch Startups

Commonwealth Fusion Systems’ Brandon Sorbom and Helion’s David Kirtley on bringing fusion to the grid at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

CFS' Brandon Sorbom and Helion's David Kirtley join the Smart Systems Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to discuss the breakthroughs moving fusion forward, the challenges that remain, and what it will take to deliver fusion power to the grid at scale. Get your pass at regular price and get a second one at 50% off.

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
After a deepfake voice fooled her grandfather, this founder sprang into action
TechnologyTechCrunch

After a deepfake voice fooled her grandfather, this founder sprang into action

After her grandfather was scammed by a deepfake of his brother's voice, Tarini Padmanabhuni founded DetectifAI, a San Francisco startup building AI models small enough to run directly on smartphones and flag fake voices in real time, and it's now one of the companies competing in Startup Battlefield at TechCrunch Disrupt.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
3 ways this grocer cooks for 200 guests with Gemini
TechnologyGoogle Blog

3 ways this grocer cooks for 200 guests with Gemini

Edy Massih uses Gemini to transform regular recipes into massive catering spreads, automate grocery orders, and adapt menus for dietary restrictions.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Tether and Shiga plan self-custodial wallets for Africa and the GCC
CryptoCrypto News

Tether and Shiga plan self-custodial wallets for Africa and the GCC

Tether and Shiga have announced plans to bring self-custodial wallets for USD₮, Bitcoin, and Tether Gold to individuals and institutions across Africa and the Gulf Cooperation Council. Tether said in its Sep.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Next.js applications, powered by Vite: introducing Vinext 1.0
TechnologyCloudflare Blog

Next.js applications, powered by Vite: introducing Vinext 1.0

Vinext 1.0 graduates from an AI experiment to a production-ready framework, letting developers run Next.js apps on Vite. This release brings advanced cache warming, broader compatibility, and an automated testing pipeline.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
How will ESMA supervise crypto firms under MiCA in 2027?
CryptoCrypto News

How will ESMA supervise crypto firms under MiCA in 2027?

The European Securities and Markets Authority has set operational resilience, outsourcing and sufficient EU based operations among its main crypto supervisory priorities for 2027 as the bloc moves further into enforcement of the Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation. ESMA said…

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Introducing cf: the agentic CLI for the entire Cloudflare API
TechnologyCloudflare Blog

Introducing cf: the agentic CLI for the entire Cloudflare API

We are releasing cf, our new command-line tool that mirrors the entire Cloudflare API and supports programmatic TypeScript configuration. We are also open-sourcing Forge, our internal SDK generator.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
How fast is the web? Explore billions of real-user measurements with BEACON
TechnologyCloudflare Blog

How fast is the web? Explore billions of real-user measurements with BEACON

Cloudflare is open-sourcing the BEACON dataset, making billions of anonymized Real User Monitoring (RUM) performance records publicly available on Google BigQuery. Explore real-world Core Web Vitals, soft navigation metrics, and performance breakdowns across browsers and regions.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
September Dallas Fed manufacturing business index 9.8 vs 11.6 prior
ForexInvestingLive

September Dallas Fed manufacturing business index 9.8 vs 11.6 prior

Prior was 11.6 New orders 30.7 vs 22.0 prior Shipments 24.8 vs 14.1 prior Employment 15.1 vs 8.0 prior Capex 8.5 vs 8.2 prior Production 29.5 vs 16.1 prior Outlook 8.7 vs 19.2 prior The production index, a key measure of state manufacturing conditions, jumped 13 points to 29.5, which is a nice pickup but executives remain…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
USD/CAD: Overbought but seen sideways into year end – Rabobank
ForexFXStreet

USD/CAD: Overbought but seen sideways into year end – Rabobank

Rabobank’s FX Strategy team observes that CAD net shorts have risen again after a recent collapse. USD/CAD has continued to grind higher, gaining 2.77% from recent lows to 1.414, with the 14‑day RSI indicating overbought conditions.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Aldi to invest £900m in UK and open 40 more stores next year
BusinessThe Guardian Business

Aldi to invest £900m in UK and open 40 more stores next year

Supermarket chain declares ‘increasing confidence’ in its growth plans after posting record annual revenue of £19bn Business live – latest updates Aldi says it is stepping up investment in the UK with plans to spend £900m and open more than 40 stores. The company, which operates 1,092 budget supermarkets in the UK and Ireland…

Why it mattersThe update offers a fresh signal on company quality, cash flow and how investors may price future growth.
British Pound gains against the Euro as traders assess central bank signals
ForexFXStreet

British Pound gains against the Euro as traders assess central bank signals

EUR/GBP edges lower on Monday as the British Pound (GBP) attracts buyers after recent weakness, with hawkish remarks from Bank of England (BoE) Deputy Governor Dave Ramsden lending it further support. At the time of writing, the cross trades around 0.8564, down 0.40%.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Foie gras, live dolphins and toasters: China and US cut reciprocal tariffs on $30bn each of goods
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Foie gras, live dolphins and toasters: China and US cut reciprocal tariffs on $30bn each of goods

World’s biggest economies release lists of products in latest move away from trade war – but no strategic goods are included The US and China have released reciprocal lists of goods worth about $30bn each on which they plan to cut tariffs, ranging from consumer electronics and agricultural products to artificial flowers and…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
SHR Miner launches high-yield cloud mining, helping XRP holders earn daily returns
CryptoCrypto News

SHR Miner launches high-yield cloud mining, helping XRP holders earn daily returns

XRP is rapidly transforming from a payment token into a digital asset with long-term value. Its high-speed transfers and robust liquidity continue to attract the attention of both institutional and individual investors.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Heat pump sales soar across Europe after states cut electricity taxes, data shows
BusinessThe Guardian Business

Heat pump sales soar across Europe after states cut electricity taxes, data shows

EU to push member states to cut tax rate below duty on gas, with 11% surge in sales also put down to fallout from Iran war Business live – latest updates Europe live – latest updates Sales of residential heat pumps increased 11% across Europe in the first six months of the year as the Iran war sent oil and gas prices rocketing…

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Healey offers upbeat vision but sheds little light on how it will be paid for
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Healey offers upbeat vision but sheds little light on how it will be paid for

With the budget a month away, chancellor gives little indication in conference speech of where money will come from to reindustrialise Britain Healey vows to stick to fiscal rules in budget UK politics live – latest updates John Healey cheered the Labour faithful with his first conference speech as chancellor, offering an…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
Lagarde: ECB sticks to “middle path” as inflation outlook worsens
ForexFXStreet

Lagarde: ECB sticks to “middle path” as inflation outlook worsens

European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde said on Monday the bloc's economy continued to expand broadly across countries and sectors, with manufacturing and the labour market holding up well.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
CryptoCointelegraph

Here’s what happened in crypto today

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

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Altseason is coming — and traders are more discerning this time
CryptoCointelegraph

Altseason is coming — and traders are more discerning this time

Altseason is almost here and early signs suggest traders are becoming more selective, with capital flowing into revenue-generating protocols across a number of different narratives.

Why it mattersThe update offers a fresh signal on company quality, cash flow and how investors may price future growth.
Bonds: Yields challenge equity valuations – BBH
ForexFXStreet

Bonds: Yields challenge equity valuations – BBH

Brown Brothers Harriman’s Elias Haddad notes that rising global bond yields, driven by a rebound in Oil prices and uncertainty around US-Iran talks, are making Treasuries more attractive than equities.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
US Dollar: Fed hiking path and data risks – TD Securities
ForexFXStreet

US Dollar: Fed hiking path and data risks – TD Securities

TD Securities economists Oscar Munoz and Eli Nir see an October Federal Reserve hike as increasingly likely, with Fedspeak remaining hawkish and officials “expecting more hikes.” They highlight strong PCE inflation, modest ISM Manufacturing gains, and a softer September NFP with higher unemployment.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
BitMine adds 17,362 ETH as treasury crosses 6 million
CryptoCrypto News

BitMine adds 17,362 ETH as treasury crosses 6 million

BitMine bought 17,362 ETH last week, lifting its Ethereum holdings above 6 million tokens and bringing its 5% supply target closer.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Four months of VoidZero at Cloudflare: making the open-source JavaScript toolchain faster for all humans and agents
TechnologyCloudflare Blog

Four months of VoidZero at Cloudflare: making the open-source JavaScript toolchain faster for all humans and agents

Since joining Cloudflare, VoidZero has delivered more than 80 releases that drastically speed up JavaScript compilation, linting, and testing. From a 10x faster React compiler to Vite+ 1.0, here’s how we are building faster tools for developers and AI agents.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Introducing Forge: the open source pipeline for generating SDKs, CLIs, docs, and more
TechnologyCloudflare Blog

Introducing Forge: the open source pipeline for generating SDKs, CLIs, docs, and more

Forge is a pluggable, open-source pipeline that runs in CI to generate SDKs, CLIs, and documentation directly from API definitions. By shifting generation upstream into individual team repositories, Forge keeps developer tools continuously in sync.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
The road to the agentic browser: A Kitesurf update
TechnologyCloudflare Blog

The road to the agentic browser: A Kitesurf update

We’ve updated Kitesurf, our Workers-based browser for AI agents, with WebMCP support, improved DOM performance, and terminal-based rendering. With over 730,000 Web Platform subtests passing, agents can now navigate complex sites faster.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Introducing The Cold Start: pitch your startup live at Cloudflare Connect
TechnologyCloudflare Blog

Introducing The Cold Start: pitch your startup live at Cloudflare Connect

Cloudflare is launching The Cold Start, a startup competition giving five early-stage companies five minutes on stage at Cloudflare Connect. Grand Prize winner receives $500,000 in credits, a San Francisco billboard, and an invitation to our VIP speakers dinner.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
EmDash 1.0: the stable CMS with a secure plugin registry
TechnologyCloudflare Blog

EmDash 1.0: the stable CMS with a secure plugin registry

EmDash 1.0 is a stable, open source CMS built for Astro, with agent-friendly workflows, secure sandboxed plugins, and a decentralized registry that keeps publishers in control.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Supporting native Rust in Workers with the new Emscripten target for wasm-bindgen
TechnologyCloudflare Blog

Supporting native Rust in Workers with the new Emscripten target for wasm-bindgen

With the new experimental support for the Emscripten target in Rust Workers, many previously unsupported Rust libraries and applications can now be built and deployed directly to Cloudflare’s global Workers platform, including upcoming support for Tokio async.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Schools forced to shut amid burst Thames Water pipe ‘leaking 750 litres a second’
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Schools forced to shut amid burst Thames Water pipe ‘leaking 750 litres a second’

Leak causes outages and low pressure in parts of London and Surrey, affecting 6,000 properties and leaving some without water Schools, businesses and homes across seven boroughs in England were hit by a Thames Water outage on Monday, from a burst water main reportedly leaking 750 litres a second. About 6,000 properties across…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
Franklin Templeton brings $687M tokenized fund to Bybit
CryptoCrypto News

Franklin Templeton brings $687M tokenized fund to Bybit

Franklin Templeton brings its $687M tokenized money market fund to Bybit, letting eligible clients use Benji shares as off-exchange collateral.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
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Strategy buys 1,665 Bitcoin for $143M as BTC stack hits 847,666
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Strategy buys 1,665 Bitcoin for $143M as BTC stack hits 847,666

Strategy sold 1.47 million MSTR shares for $246.2 million, using the proceeds for Bitcoin purchases and STRC preferred stock repurchases.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Canadian Dollar struggles as US-Canada yield gap widens
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Canadian Dollar struggles as US-Canada yield gap widens

USD/CAD extends its rally on Monday as diverging monetary policy outlooks between the Federal Reserve (Fed) and the Bank of Canada (BoC) keep the US Dollar (USD) favoured, outweighing support for the commodity-linked Canadian Dollar (CAD) from higher Oil prices.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Oil falls on reports of renewed US-Iran talks focused on amended version of Iran's seven-day proposal
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Oil falls on reports of renewed US-Iran talks focused on amended version of Iran's seven-day proposal

Diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran could resume as early as Monday or Tuesday, with mediators expected to hold separate discussions with both sides, according to an official briefed on the negotiations. Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi and Qatari mediators are expected to remain in the US as the talks take place.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
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Healey signals welfare reform push and new apprenticeships scheme
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Healey signals welfare reform push and new apprenticeships scheme

Chancellor sets out measures to support jobs and growth in conference speech but vows fiscal discipline in budget Analysis: Healey offers upbeat vision but little light on how to pay for it Average price of diesel on UK forecourts reaches all-time high John Healey has signalled Labour will stage a fresh attempt at welfare…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
Morning Minute: SEC Clears Token Buybacks for Crypto Networks
CryptoDecrypt

Morning Minute: SEC Clears Token Buybacks for Crypto Networks

The Gary Gensler era is long gone and now the SEC is providing clarity on what crypto protocols can and can’t do with their tokens.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
FTC, States Win Protections to Lower Pesticide Prices for American Farmers in Antitrust Case Against Corteva
BusinessU.S. Federal Trade Commission

FTC, States Win Protections to Lower Pesticide Prices for American Farmers in Antitrust Case Against Corteva

The Federal Trade Commission and a coalition of state attorneys general have secured a significant settlement agreement with pesticide manufacturing giant Corteva Inc. that will lead to lower pesticide prices for American farmers.

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
Teachers at Euan Blair firm report ‘horrendous stress’ after AI used to rate their work
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Teachers at Euan Blair firm report ‘horrendous stress’ after AI used to rate their work

Exclusive: Instructors at tech training company Multiverse hit out at ‘remorseless’ and ‘unnerving’ monitoring system Teachers at Euan Blair’s £1.6bn tech training company, Multiverse, have blown the whistle about “horrendous stress” and feeling constantly watched after bosses started using AI models to surveil and rate their…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
investing Live European session wrap: Higher yields hit gold as oil rallies and tech futures fall
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investing Live European session wrap: Higher yields hit gold as oil rallies and tech futures fall

Headlines: Gold price breaks below $4,200 as surging Treasury yields deepen the technical damage Gold collapses as Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz and signals new bombings Japanese yen jumps as top currency diplomat Mimura reiterates strong currency alliance with the US US jobs report could decide how…

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
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Ethereum’s 2030 vision shifts work to cryptographic proofs. Who verifies the result?
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Ethereum’s 2030 vision shifts work to cryptographic proofs. Who verifies the result?

Vitalik Buterin’s Sept. 27 vision describes Ethereum moving from a system in which every verifier repeats much of the work toward one where data can be sampled and execution can be checked with compact proofs.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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UK Chancellor Healey: We will maintain control of Britain's finances
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UK Chancellor Healey: We will maintain control of Britain's finances

United Kingdom (UK) Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey said during the European trade on Monday that the administration will maintain control of Britain's finances while speaking about the upcoming fiscal budget this year.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
British Pound gains as several BoE members warn of upside inflation risks
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British Pound gains as several BoE members warn of upside inflation risks

The British Pound (GBP) trades higher against its major currency peers, except the Japanese Yen (JPY) on Monday. In the European trade, the British currency is up 0.13% to near 1.3256 against the US Dollar (USD).

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Oil: Higher prices drive yields and Dollar – MUFG
ForexFXStreet

Oil: Higher prices drive yields and Dollar – MUFG

Lee Hardman at MUFG highlights that Oil has been one of the biggest movers, with prices rising back towards recent highs around USD110/barrel.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
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Bitget resumes Bitcoin withdrawals as hacker swaps ETH via THORChain
CryptoCointelegraph

Bitget resumes Bitcoin withdrawals as hacker swaps ETH via THORChain

Ether withdrawals are scheduled to return Tuesday and USDt on Wednesday as Bitget restores services following last week’s $388 million hack.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Gold tumbles over 3.5% as Fed rate-hike bets, surging US Treasury yields weigh
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Gold tumbles over 3.5% as Fed rate-hike bets, surging US Treasury yields weigh

Gold (XAU/USD) remains under strong selling pressure on Monday, down over 3.5% as elevated Oil prices reinforce expectations of further Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate hikes. At the time of writing, XAU/USD trades around $4,121, its lowest level since August 5.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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MEXC account hack: How did a user lose $340K?
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MEXC account hack: How did a user lose $340K?

MEXC says a $340K account theft dispute is resolved after a user claimed an attacker-created API remained usable after account recovery.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
Price of diesel on UK forecourts reaches all-time high
BusinessThe Guardian Business

Price of diesel on UK forecourts reaches all-time high

Fallout from Iran conflict continues to drive up bill for motorists with record average cost now at 199.18p a litre Business live – latest updates Share your experience of high diesel prices in Shetland and the Outer Hebrides The price of diesel on UK forecourts has hit an all-time high average of 199.18p a litre, as the…

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
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Bitget resumes BTC withdrawals after $388M hack
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Bitget resumes BTC withdrawals after $388M hack

Bitget has reopened BTC withdrawals after its USD 388 million hack, with ETH, USDT and other services scheduled to return through Oct. 2.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
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Bitcoin falls to $83,000 while altcoins unwind Friday's rally
CryptoCoinDesk

Bitcoin falls to $83,000 while altcoins unwind Friday's rally

Bitcoin fell 1.7% to $83,000, though the CoinDesk 100 dropped 2.6% as Friday's biggest gainers reversed and oil climbed back above $100.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Best Broker or Prop Firm? Vote in the Finance Magnates Awards 2026
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Best Broker or Prop Firm? Vote in the Finance Magnates Awards 2026

Which broker or prop firm gets your vote? The Finance Magnates Awards 2026 voting is now live, giving traders the chance to recognise the brokers and prop firms they know, use and trust.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
California banned politicians from launching meme coins. Can it stop the trading?
CryptoCrypto News

California banned politicians from launching meme coins. Can it stop the trading?

California has enacted a prohibition on its public officers and certain government employees issuing meme coins. A separate restriction will keep some newly issued political tokens off services that list them for California residents from Jan.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
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AI leaders have known about the extinction threat for decades | Judith Levine
TechnologyThe Guardian Business

AI leaders have known about the extinction threat for decades | Judith Levine

Scientists and entrepreneurs knew the dangers of AI a quarter-century ago. But animated by curiosity and profit, they went ahead anyway Over the past few weeks, many of us have struggled to concoct a mental image of brains in the cloud jumping their “sandbox”, sneaking on to the internet, recruiting “swarms” of other “agents”…

Why it mattersThe update offers a fresh signal on company quality, cash flow and how investors may price future growth.
Job interviews are a weird business – but what’s the alternative? | Emma Beddington
BusinessThe Guardian Business

Job interviews are a weird business – but what’s the alternative? | Emma Beddington

Given the biased nature of the interview process, the recent kerfuffle about taking iced coffee in with you may be the least of our worries I was part of a job interview process recently, on the hiring side of the table for the first time in 15 years, and was instantly reminded how weird the whole business is. The debate about…

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
Acurast brings real time AI decision model Laya to smartphone network
CryptoCrypto News

Acurast brings real time AI decision model Laya to smartphone network

Acurast has deployed open source AI decision model Laya across its decentralized smartphone compute network, allowing the model to process real time decisions on Android devices instead of centralized data centers. According to Acurast the deployment runs Laya entirely on…

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
Circle co-founder Neville leaves board as CFO exits
CryptoCrypto News

Circle co-founder Neville leaves board as CFO exits

Circle co-founder Sean Neville has left the board, while CFO Jeremy Fox-Geen will step down by year-end as a successor search begins.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
Boss of Beaverbrooks urges government to give businesses ‘a bit of a break’
BusinessThe Guardian Business

Boss of Beaverbrooks urges government to give businesses ‘a bit of a break’

Jeweller reports flat sales and fall in underlying operating profit as retailers anticipate October budget Business live – latest updates The boss of the family-owned jeweller Beaverbrooks has called on the government to give business “a bit of a break” by halting cost increases amid flat sales and falling profits. The…

Why it mattersThe update offers a fresh signal on company quality, cash flow and how investors may price future growth.
Crypto scammers built an entire fake blockchain to steal over $2 million
CryptoCryptoSlate

Crypto scammers built an entire fake blockchain to steal over $2 million

Scammers built a counterfeit version of Upbit-backed GIWA blockchain and lured 1,333 wallets into depositing 767 ETH, worth about $2 million, before draining almost all of it. The fake network appeared to be GIWA’s anticipated Ethereum Layer 2 mainnet, complete with an RPC endpoint, cross-chain bridge, and Chain ID 9134, the…

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Strategy sets Oct. 28 vote on daily dividends
CryptoCrypto News

Strategy sets Oct. 28 vote on daily dividends

Strategy shareholders will vote Oct. 28 on daily dividends for STRF, STRC, STRK and STRD, without changing dividend rates.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
Bitcoin ETFs draw $2.4B in biggest inflow week since October 2025
CryptoCointelegraph

Bitcoin ETFs draw $2.4B in biggest inflow week since October 2025

Daily inflows slowed as Bitcoin pulled back from above $87,100, while Ether and XRP ETFs also attracted fresh capital during the week.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Japanese yen jumps as top currency diplomat Mimura reiterates strong currency alliance with the US
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Japanese yen jumps as top currency diplomat Mimura reiterates strong currency alliance with the US

Japan is maintaining a close watch on the yen, with its top currency diplomat, Mimura, reiterating that authorities remain concerned about the currency's underlying moves and are prepared to respond if necessary . Mimura said that Japan, the finance minister and the US have sent a clear message regarding the yen, highlighting…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
XRP price: Can ETF inflows push XRP above $1.55?
CryptoCrypto News

XRP price: Can ETF inflows push XRP above $1.55?

XRP trades near $1.54 as ETF inflows reach $1.79 billion and Evernorth shareholders prepare for a Sept. 30 merger vote.

Why it mattersThe update offers a fresh signal on company quality, cash flow and how investors may price future growth.
Anthropic will not appear at Senate inquiry into AI and datacentres amid fallout from OpenAI hack
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

Anthropic will not appear at Senate inquiry into AI and datacentres amid fallout from OpenAI hack

Company behind Claude chatbot expected to attend separate Australian government hearing on AI next week Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast The chief executive of Anthropic will turn down an invitation to appear at a Senate committee hearing on AI this week, in the wake of the revelation that OpenAI…

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
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Avanti West Coast to be renationalised in March
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Avanti West Coast to be renationalised in March

Rail operator linking London to Birmingham, the north-west and Glasgow had highest number of cancellations across network Avanti West Coast will be renationalised in spring, as Andy Burnham declares “enough is enough” for passengers who have put up with a rail service “that has failed them time and time again”. The rail…

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
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One Nation senator pays back more than $3,300 in taxi expenses; Cleary tells fans ‘I’ll be back’ – as it happened
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

One Nation senator pays back more than $3,300 in taxi expenses; Cleary tells fans ‘I’ll be back’ – as it happened

This blog is now closed Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast RBA expected to hike cash rate to 4.6%, its highest level since 2011 Australia’s key interest rate is expected to hit its highest level since 2011, drag down house prices and add more than $100 to typical monthly mortgage repayments.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
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What are the main events for today?
ForexInvestingLive

What are the main events for today?

EUROPEAN SESSION In the European session, we don't have anything on the agenda today, so the markets will likely continue to trade based on the latest geopolitical developments. The week started on a negative note as Trump rejected Iran's latest proposal that would have reopened the Strait of Hormuz within seven days.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
GBP/USD Price Forecast: Holds ground near 1.3200, near-term bias remains bearish
ForexFXStreet

GBP/USD Price Forecast: Holds ground near 1.3200, near-term bias remains bearish

The British Pound (GBP) is up 0.15% at around 1.3245 against the US Dollar (USD) in the early European session on Monday. The GBP/USD pair gains as the British currency outperforms its peers despite market experts questioning hawkish Bank of England (BoE) repricing.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
Binance Wallet adds USDT gas fees on 4 networks
CryptoCrypto News

Binance Wallet adds USDT gas fees on 4 networks

Binance Wallet now lets users pay gas fees with USDT on BNB Smart Chain, Ethereum, Solana and TRON, with more networks planned.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
South Korea weighs crypto market makers after JPYC trades at 4 times peg
CryptoCointelegraph

South Korea weighs crypto market makers after JPYC trades at 4 times peg

Crypto market making is effectively restricted under South Korea’s manipulation rules, but regulators are reconsidering the approach after a JPYC spiked on Upbit this month.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Indian Rupee falls sharply as oil prices rally
ForexFXStreet

Indian Rupee falls sharply as oil prices rally

The Indian Rupee (INR) starts the week on a negative note against the US Dollar (USD) due to significant gains in oil prices over the weekend. As of writing, the USD/INR pair is up 0.18% to near 95.99.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
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Asian stocks slip as oil prices rise, India's NIFTY falls below 23,000
ForexFXStreet

Asian stocks slip as oil prices rise, India's NIFTY falls below 23,000

Asian equities mostly trade in negative territory on Monday, pressured by rising oil prices and higher US Treasury yields. Traders doubt that the United States (US) and Iran will reach a ceasefire agreement soon.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Why is Bitcoin price going down as Iran risks return?
CryptoCrypto News

Why is Bitcoin price going down as Iran risks return?

Bitcoin pulled below USD 84,000 as U. S.-Iran tensions pressured risk assets, while ETF inflows and technical momentum stayed firm.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Zano restarts chain at block 3,833,000 after exploit
CryptoCrypto News

Zano restarts chain at block 3,833,000 after exploit

Zano restarted its blockchain at block 3,833,000 after a Gateway Address flaw created unauthorized ZANO and fUSD, erasing one month of history.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
Vitalik Buterin says Hegotá could be Ethereum’s last ‘normal’ fork
CryptoCointelegraph

Vitalik Buterin says Hegotá could be Ethereum’s last ‘normal’ fork

Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin said PeerDAS marked the start of Ethereum’s transition “from being just a blockchain to being something much more powerful.”

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Eyes nine-day EMA barrier near 180.00
ForexFXStreet

EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Eyes nine-day EMA barrier near 180.00

EUR/JPY gains ground after registering modest losses the previous day, trading around 179.70 during Asian hours on Monday. Technical analysis of the daily chart shows that the currency cross continues to trade within a descending channel pattern, pointing to a persistent bearish outlook.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
California bans public officials from issuing meme coins
CryptoCrypto News

California bans public officials from issuing meme coins

California Governor Gavin Newsom signs AB 2409, banning covered public officials from issuing meme coins and setting 2027 listing rules.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
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investing Live Asia-Pacific market news: Gold hit hard, under $4200 again
ForexInvestingLive

investing Live Asia-Pacific market news: Gold hit hard, under $4200 again

Nikkei gives up early gains as Nasdaq futures slip before Micron earnings Treasury's $202 billion settlement is routine, not a Bitcoin trigger Goldman: US diesel export ban would cut US prices about 4%, lift European cost (d'uh) China industrial profits rise 4.2% in August, weakest monthly gain this year China and U. S.

Why it mattersThe update offers a fresh signal on company quality, cash flow and how investors may price future growth.
Swiss Franc hits fresh low since May 2025, near 0.8300 vs USD amid Fed-SNB divergence
ForexFXStreet

Swiss Franc hits fresh low since May 2025, near 0.8300 vs USD amid Fed-SNB divergence

The USD/CHF pair attracts some follow-through buying for the fourth straight day, hitting a fresh high since May 2025 during the Asian session on Monday. Bulls now await acceptance above the 0.8300 mark before positioning for further gains amid a supportive fundamental backdrop.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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United States Dollar Index trades flat at the start of the US NFP week
ForexFXStreet

United States Dollar Index trades flat at the start of the US NFP week

The US Dollar (USD) reflects a flat performance at the start of the week. In the Asian trade, the US Dollar Index (DXY), which gauges the Greenback’s value against six major currencies, trades calmly at around 101.10.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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New Zealand Dollar strengthens above 0.5650 on US-China truce extension
ForexFXStreet

New Zealand Dollar strengthens above 0.5650 on US-China truce extension

The NZD/USD pair gathers strength to around 0.5665 during the Asian trading hours on Monday. Positive developments surrounding US-China talks provide some support to the China-proxy New Zealand Dollar (NZD) against the US Dollar (USD).

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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AUD/USD Price Forecast: Bears await break below 0.7000 ahead of RBA on Tuesday
ForexFXStreet

AUD/USD Price Forecast: Bears await break below 0.7000 ahead of RBA on Tuesday

The AUD/USD pair steadies just above the 0.7000 psychological mark at the start of a new week, trading near its lowest level since August 4, touched on Friday, as traders opt to wait for the crucial Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) meeting on Tuesday.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Newsom signs California ban on public officials issuing memecoins
CryptoCointelegraph

Newsom signs California ban on public officials issuing memecoins

The law also restricts crypto companies from offering certain memecoins tied to public officials to California residents and takes effect for tokens issued from Jan. 1, 2027.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
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Canadian Dollar falls as US-Canada rate gap seen widening further
ForexFXStreet

Canadian Dollar falls as US-Canada rate gap seen widening further

USD/CAD extends its gains for the sixth consecutive day, trading around 1.4150 during Asian hours on Monday. The pair appreciates as the Canadian Dollar (CAD) is declining under pressure from expectations of a widening interest-rate differential between the United States (US) and Canada.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
China industrial profits rise 4.2% in August, weakest monthly gain this year
ForexInvestingLive

China industrial profits rise 4.2% in August, weakest monthly gain this year

The slowdown in August puts the focus back on how much support Beijing will offer to protect corporate earnings, and economists quoted in the reports expect it to lean harder on stimulus. Any move would matter for Chinese and broader Asian equities, particularly industrial and materials names exposed to weak domestic demand.

Why it mattersThe update offers a fresh signal on company quality, cash flow and how investors may price future growth.
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WTI sticks to modest gains above $92.00 amid Middle East jitters
ForexFXStreet

WTI sticks to modest gains above $92.00 amid Middle East jitters

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) – the benchmark US Crude Oil price – struggles to capitalize on a modest gap-up open on Monday as traders opt to wait for further developments surrounding the Middle East crisis before placing fresh bets.

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Gold tumbles to near $4,200 as hawkish Fed signals and stronger US Dollar pressure bullion
ForexFXStreet

Gold tumbles to near $4,200 as hawkish Fed signals and stronger US Dollar pressure bullion

Gold price (XAU/USD) drops to around $4,215 during the early Asian trading hours on Monday. The precious metal loses ground as a stronger US Dollar (USD) and hawkish signals from the US Federal Reserve (Fed) policymakers dented bullion's appeal.

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
China’s Commerce Ministry says trade ceasefire with US to be extended to January 2027
ForexFXStreet

China’s Commerce Ministry says trade ceasefire with US to be extended to January 2027

China’s Commerce Ministry said on Monday that the United States (US) and Chinese officials confirmed that the bilateral trade truce has been extended by two months, moving the expiration date from November 10 January 10, 2027.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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China and U. S. to set up Trade Council and extend trade truce to January 2027
ForexInvestingLive

China and U. S. to set up Trade Council and extend trade truce to January 2027

An extended truce lowers the risk of a tariff flare-up in the near term, which tends to support risk sentiment across Asian equities and China-linked currencies. The agriculture working group and the comments on U.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7399 vs. 6.7489 previous
ForexFXStreet

PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7399 vs. 6.7489 previous

On Monday, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) sets the USD/CNY central rate for the trading session ahead on Thursday at 6.7399 compared to last Thursday's fix of 6.7489 and 6.7085 Reuters estimate.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Zano rolls blockchain back a month after Gateway Address exploit
CryptoCointelegraph

Zano rolls blockchain back a month after Gateway Address exploit

The Zano blockchain has been restarted at the block height that came immediately before Hard Fork 6, which introduced Gateway Addresses.

Why it mattersCrypto markets can react quickly through liquidity, regulation and leveraged positioning, so volatility may spread across digital assets.
US President Donald Trump says he will not rule out more Iran strikes
ForexFXStreet

US President Donald Trump says he will not rule out more Iran strikes

US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he believes the war with Iran will be won “very soon,” adding that additional military strikes before the midterm elections are possible, Fox News reported.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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Services Producer Price Index (Aug.)
ForexBank of Japan

Services Producer Price Index (Aug.)

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Services Producer Price Index (Aug.)”.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Can Muse overcome Meta’s trust issues?
TechnologyTechCrunch

Can Muse overcome Meta’s trust issues?

On Equity, we discussed how Meta's AI announcement managed to steal the spotlight from OpenAI and Anthropic.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Bitget freezes XRP withdrawals as 27M stolen tokens move
CryptoCryptoSlate

Bitget freezes XRP withdrawals as 27M stolen tokens move

XRP withdrawals remained disabled on Sept. 26, while Bitquery's dated trace shows tokens moving onward without a measured spot-market sale.

Why it mattersThe development may affect digital-asset liquidity, sentiment, regulation and risk positioning.
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Cloudflare’s 2026 Annual Founders’ Letter
TechnologyCloudflare Blog

Cloudflare’s 2026 Annual Founders’ Letter

The Internet is changing more today than at any point since Cloudflare launched back on September 27, 2010. As automated traffic surpasses human activity, we reflect on the rise of AI agents, new creators, and how we can help build a fair, sustainable future for the web.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
The Guardian view on Thames Water: Andy Burnham should nationalise this failed monopoly | Editorial
MarketsThe Guardian Business

The Guardian view on Thames Water: Andy Burnham should nationalise this failed monopoly | Editorial

Bill payers should not fund another rescue for financiers of the water industry. Public ownership can end the cycle of extraction and failure This month, a cross-party parliamentary committee said Thames Water should be placed in temporary state control and that any takeover by its creditors should be halted.

Why it mattersThe story may influence asset prices, volatility and investor positioning across global markets.
Most of UK’s essential food supply grown in drought-risk areas, report warns
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Most of UK’s essential food supply grown in drought-risk areas, report warns

Keys crops such as cereals, potatoes, sugar and oils grown in areas with moderate to very high risk The vast majority of the UK’s essential foods, including cereals, potatoes, sugar and oil, are grown in areas of England rated as having a moderate to very high risk of drought. A very high proportion – 81% – of England’s fresh…

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
TechCrunch Mobility: AV companies pick their lanes
TechnologyTechCrunch

TechCrunch Mobility: AV companies pick their lanes

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Burnham dodges questions on Heathrow third runway as project faces four-year delay
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Burnham dodges questions on Heathrow third runway as project faces four-year delay

Airport chiefs say 2035 operations deadline unachievable as critics say new delay makes case for project ‘even more dubious’ Plans for a third runway at Heathrow are once again up in the air after the prime minister refused to say whether he backs the “contested” project which is delayed by up to four years. Over the weekend…

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Bitcoin's Quantum Problem: Three Ways Researchers Are Trying to Fix It
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Bitcoin's Quantum Problem: Three Ways Researchers Are Trying to Fix It

Three developments this week—a cost breakthrough, a new privacy design, and a custody playbook—show a field moving from theory to logistics, even as "Q-Day" remains hypotheti

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Lime bike profits double as rider numbers surge in England
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Lime bike profits double as rider numbers surge in England

US-owned firm says average monthly users at UK arm surged to nearly 700,000 with sales up by a third Love them or hate them, Lime ebikes are an increasingly common sight on England’s roads with new figures showing annual profits more than doubling thanks to a surge in riders. Lime’s average number of monthly users jumped 31%…

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VRA faces scrutiny in French crypto fraud investigation
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VRA faces scrutiny in French crypto fraud investigation

French investigators are examining alleged VRA price manipulation as part of a fraud probe involving more than €50 million in Dubai property.

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How months of work on the Clarity Act all fell apart
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How months of work on the Clarity Act all fell apart

Interviews with industry participants and legislative aides paint a picture of a blown bill-writing process, with sources pointing to nearly every facet of the bill's development and the debate around it as contributing factors to this month's failed vote.

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Japan arrests two suspect over 81M yen crypto police scam
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Japan arrests two suspect over 81M yen crypto police scam

Japanese police arrested two suspects in a fake police scheme that allegedly stole 81 million yen in cryptocurrency from a woman.

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Houses can be built on floodplains despite failing safety test, says high court
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Houses can be built on floodplains despite failing safety test, says high court

Decision to allow development of 190 new homes in north Somerset sparks campaign for change in the law Houses can be built on floodplains even if they fail a crucial safety test, according to a high court judgment that will be of “immense interest” to developers across England and Wales. The ruling clears the way for a highly…

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THORChain decentralization challenged over DPRK flows
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THORChain decentralization challenged over DPRK flows

GoPlus challenged THORChain’s decentralization claims, citing validator halt powers and past DPRK-linked fund flows through the protocol.

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Hester Peirce’s exit puts the SEC’s unfinished crypto agenda in two hands
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Hester Peirce’s exit puts the SEC’s unfinished crypto agenda in two hands

Hester Peirce plans to leave the Securities and Exchange Commission on Oct. 2, leaving Chair Paul Atkins and Commissioner Mark Uyeda to handle a crypto offering proposal still open for comment.

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Jason Calacanis calls meme coins a ‘giant scam’
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Jason Calacanis calls meme coins a ‘giant scam’

Jason Calacanis called meme coins a “giant scam” and warned users that he will never promote investment trades through social media or DMs.

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Tony Blair would like Andy Burnham to take his advice on rejoining the EU. Should he? | Tom Baldwin
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Tony Blair would like Andy Burnham to take his advice on rejoining the EU. Should he? | Tom Baldwin

The former PM has been consulted by many who came after him – but Burnham might want to shake his New Labour past once and for all Tony Blair can, apparently, sound slightly wistful when he describes how he once had a cloak-and-dagger meeting with Andy Burnham, who wanted to talk to him about standing for the party leadership.…

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Burnham’s plan for a radical reset collides with economic reality | Heather Stewart
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Burnham’s plan for a radical reset collides with economic reality | Heather Stewart

Surging energy bills, higher borrowing costs and rising inflation have left the PM and his chancellor in a fiscal bind As Labour heads to Liverpool this week, Andy Burnham has promised to deliver “stability” in the public finances; but the economic backdrop is anything but stable. The longer the US-Israeli war on Iran…

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Democracy blindsides Silicon Valley’s power players looking to transform the world with AI
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Democracy blindsides Silicon Valley’s power players looking to transform the world with AI

‘The push against datacenters speaks to the frustration of people who don’t feel they are making the choices in their lives’ The Stanford ethicist Rob Reich was once invited to a dinner organized by a Silicon Valley mogul to discuss what a state designed to maximize science and tech powered by commercial models might look like.…

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Upbit-backed GIWA says mainnet is not live, denies RPC leak
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Upbit-backed GIWA says mainnet is not live, denies RPC leak

GIWA says its mainnet has not launched, rejecting claims of an RPC leak while its Ethereum L2 remains in development.

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Bill Gates says unchecked AI could ‘cause a billion deaths’ in call for regulation
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Bill Gates says unchecked AI could ‘cause a billion deaths’ in call for regulation

Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist speaks with NBC’s Kristen Welker in interview airing on Sunday Bill Gates has called on the US’s federal legislators and law enforcers to regulate the development of artificial intelligence ( AI ), saying in an interview airing on Sunday that the technology left unchecked could cause “a…

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Bitcoin hashrate falls to 3-week low as miners cut BTC
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Bitcoin hashrate falls to 3-week low as miners cut BTC

Bitcoin’s seven-day hashrate fell to a three-week low as miner reserves dropped 1,530 BTC and the Puell Multiple rose to 1.13.

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Bitget hacker routes 4 BTC through Wasabi CoinJoin
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Bitget hacker routes 4 BTC through Wasabi CoinJoin

AMLBot traced about 4 BTC linked to the Bitget hack into Wasabi CoinJoin after swaps through USDT0, Ethereum and THORChain.

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Altcoin market cap adds $371B as 87% turn bullish
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Altcoin market cap adds $371B as 87% turn bullish

Altcoin market value has risen $371 billion since June as 87% of Binance-listed tokens move above their 200-day averages.

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Pump.fun moves $5.83M in SOL to Kraken
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Pump.fun moves $5.83M in SOL to Kraken

Pump.fun transferred 47,994 SOL worth $5.83 million to Kraken as Lookonchain estimated cumulative SOL sales at roughly $848 million.

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Citi says 77% of institutions eye tokenized collateral
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Citi says 77% of institutions eye tokenized collateral

Citi says 77% of institutions expect tokenized collateral use in 2026 as firms seek faster asset movement and lower funding costs.

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South Korea weighs liquidity rules for won stablecoins
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South Korea weighs liquidity rules for won stablecoins

South Korean industry participants want liquidity safeguards added to won stablecoin rules after JPYC, PYUSD and EURC price spikes.

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Circle gains Binance backing in USDC-Tether race
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Circle gains Binance backing in USDC-Tether race

Circle secured a $100 million Binance investment and five-year USDC deal as it competes with Tether for stablecoin market share.

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‘People are standing up and fighting back’: the north Devon revolt against a vast AI datacentre
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‘People are standing up and fighting back’: the north Devon revolt against a vast AI datacentre

Plans for one of Europe’s largest AI campuses in a Unesco-designated reserve have sparked a fierce local backlash The datacentre revolt spreading across the US has reached the rolling hills of north Devon in an uprising against a planned hyperscale AI data campus in the middle of a globally protected landscape. Perched on an…

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Payward expands Kraken with $2B acquisition push
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Payward expands Kraken with $2B acquisition push

Payward is building beyond Kraken with derivatives, banking, tokenized stocks and B2B infrastructure backed by major acquisitions.

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Trump rejects Iran’s seven-day peace deal to reopen strait of Hormuz
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Trump rejects Iran’s seven-day peace deal to reopen strait of Hormuz

US president is said to expect renewed strikes after the midterms Donald Trump has said he has rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the strait of Hormuz within a week and resume nuclear talks in return for the lifting of the US naval blockade of Iranian ports. “They made a proposal but I reject it,” the US president told…

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‘Mum, where did my Robux go?’ The Roblox scam targeting children
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‘Mum, where did my Robux go?’ The Roblox scam targeting children

Criminals are trying to glean login details to harvest players’ in-game currency and personal data Your 10-year-old son has started playing Roblox, when he realises all of his in-game currency, Robux, is gone. When you try to find out what happened, he says he was recently promised extra Robux if he followed a link on YouTube.

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London’s investment bankers and lawyers make more than £1bn in takeover frenzy
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London’s investment bankers and lawyers make more than £1bn in takeover frenzy

Bumper fees paid in the year’s mergers and acquisitions spark anger over high City pay during cost of living crisis London’s investment bankers and lawyers have made more than £1bn from a frenzy of takeover deals this year, sparking anger over high City pay during the cost of living crisis . The value of mergers and…

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Poland is racing ahead with military spending – but will it help or damage its economic growth story?
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Poland is racing ahead with military spending – but will it help or damage its economic growth story?

In the first article in a series on the Polish economy, we look at the country’s defence boom and its implications A short distance north from Warsaw along the Vistula river, camouflaged missile launchers roll through the quiet village of Czosnów. As recently as two years ago, their destination – a hi-tech weapons facility…

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PNOE’s new face mask wants to make lab-grade breath testing a self-serve affair
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PNOE’s new face mask wants to make lab-grade breath testing a self-serve affair

PNOĒ, the Malden, Mass.-based startup whose breath-analyzing mask used to bear an unfortunate resemblance to Bane's, is launching a sleeker self-serve version on October 1 that lets gym-goers measure their VO₂ max and other metabolic markers in eight minutes without a trained operator.

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OpenAI halts training of latest models as reports mount of AI agents going rogue
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OpenAI halts training of latest models as reports mount of AI agents going rogue

Decision follows disclosures that OpenAI agents searching government websites had acted in unexpected ways OpenAI said it has paused training of its latest artificial intelligence models as reports of AI agents going rogue mount. The decision to halt development came just hours after the company disclosed Friday that it was…

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Australian backlash to datacentres is faux import from US, officials say: ‘We are not the United States’
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Australian backlash to datacentres is faux import from US, officials say: ‘We are not the United States’

Pro-datacentre officials argue scale of Australia’s buildout is smaller, more regulated and less damaging than in US Australian politicians and business leaders are arguing that their populace’s growing resentment of AI datacentres is an inauthentic import from the United States. Like the US, Australia is seeing community…

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TikTok agrees to pay at least $100M in Alabama settlement
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TikTok agrees to pay at least $100M in Alabama settlement

TikTok will pay Alabama at least $100 million in a settlement tied to allegations that the short-form video platform misled users about safety and was designed to addict children.

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SEC clears regulatory hurdle as crypto token buybacks hit record $638 million
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SEC clears regulatory hurdle as crypto token buybacks hit record $638 million

Crypto projects spent about $638 million with token buybacks through late August 2026, according to Allium Labs data. That is already a record, up from $545 million over the same stretch of 2025.

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The NFT party is over and everybody now owes storage rent
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The NFT party is over and everybody now owes storage rent

In 2021, Christie's sold a Beeple NFT for $69.35 million, and Sotheby's took another $24.40 million for 101 Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs, giving cartoon primates the kind of auction-house treatment usually reserved for Fabergé eggs. But now, not five years later, one of the marketplaces that helped sell the digital art…

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Fed proposed stablecoin rule could trigger a 48-hour liquidation run
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Fed proposed stablecoin rule could trigger a 48-hour liquidation run

The Federal Reserve's proposed rules for the payment stablecoin issuers it supervises include a crisis clock measured in hours. An issuer whose reserves fall below the value of its outstanding tokens would have 24 hours to notify the Fed and submit a plan to restore full backing.

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Meta and YouTube say they will run ads for ‘Musk’ documentary after all
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Meta and YouTube say they will run ads for ‘Musk’ documentary after all

Two companies now say they will accept advertising for director Alex Gibney’s upcoming documentary about Elon Musk, following earlier reporting that a number of social media platforms had rejected the ads.

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‘Charming and disarming’ … how Meta’s technology-packed Muse harnesses the power of cuteness
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‘Charming and disarming’ … how Meta’s technology-packed Muse harnesses the power of cuteness

The tech giant has launched a cute ‘little guy’ that can answer emails, book travel or do your weekly food shop After the recent backlash against Meta’s so-called “pervert” smart glasses, this week Mark Zuckerberg launched a much cuter alternative: the Muse “charm” device. With a screen that shows a cutesy little avatar, it has…

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Bitcoin ETFs Notch Seven-Day Winning Streak as 2026 Flows Turn Green
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Bitcoin ETFs Notch Seven-Day Winning Streak as 2026 Flows Turn Green

Bitcoin ETFs have drawn nearly $3 billion over seven straight sessions, erasing post-Clarity Act losses and pushing 2026 flows back into positive territory.

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Washington has $114 billion reasons to want Tether around
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Washington has $114 billion reasons to want Tether around

Not that long ago, Washington fined Tether for misleading people about the dollars behind its tokens. Today, the company's insatiable appetite for American debt is the main argument for sending those tokens further around the world.

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‘I can deliver’: Burnham pledges radical change on eve of Labour conference
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‘I can deliver’: Burnham pledges radical change on eve of Labour conference

Exclusive: UK prime minister says delivering fiscal stability would be ‘crucial’ to be able to fix bigger problems Andy Burnham has said he can deliver on his promise of radical change for the country despite severe economic headwinds, telling the Guardian: “There’s always things you can do; it’s just whether you’re prepared…

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Andy Burnham announces new homes scheme for first-time buyers
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Andy Burnham announces new homes scheme for first-time buyers

Exclusive: Policy initiative for England will help more young people on to property ladder, prime minister tells Guardian A new help-to-buy scheme aimed at giving first-time buyers who cannot rely on the “bank of mum and dad” is to be introduced in a big policy announcement by Andy Burnham. The programme, called “Your first…

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AI Agents Are Racing to Make Quantum-Safe Bitcoin Cheap—And Winning
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AI Agents Are Racing to Make Quantum-Safe Bitcoin Cheap—And Winning

An open competition run by StarkWare, Yukon Research, and Eigen Labs drove the estimated cost of building a quantum-safe Bitcoin transaction from about $320 to roughly $67, with AI models topping the leaderboards.

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Green shoots? Burnham cultivates rural links in attempt to ‘build back trust’ with farmers
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Green shoots? Burnham cultivates rural links in attempt to ‘build back trust’ with farmers

Ministers have been speaking to farming activists to try to build bridges after tax changes introduced under Starmer soured relations As an arable farmer, Olly Harrison’s WhatsApp messages are normally concerned with the more mundane matters of working the land: logistics, supplies and the occasional chat about the weather.…

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UN adds 61 firms to settlements blacklist over alleged human rights violations against Palestinians
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UN adds 61 firms to settlements blacklist over alleged human rights violations against Palestinians

Israel ‘categorically rejects’ publication and says businesses on database have committed no wrongdoing The UN human rights office has added 61 more companies to a blacklist of firms that it says are involved in violating Palestinian human rights through business ties to Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. The vast…

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Oxford lets OpenAI train its AI models on Bodleian Library
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Oxford lets OpenAI train its AI models on Bodleian Library

University staff voice concerns over reputational risk of partnering with company behind ChatGPT The University of Oxford has allowed the company behind ChatGPT to train its AI models on historical texts from its Bodleian Library, as tech companies scour academic institutions for fresh data. The Bodleian material digitised by…

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Work intensifying on UK laws to stamp out concert ticket touts, say sources
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Work intensifying on UK laws to stamp out concert ticket touts, say sources

Artists including Tinie Tempah and the Smiths’ drummer Mike Joyce ramp up pressure on government to keep its pledge to outlaw for-profit resales The government has stepped up work on new laws to stop ticket touts fleecing fans , as the prime minister came under pressure from artists including the drummer from the Smiths, one…

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Broken promises, confiscated land: the hyperscale AI datacentre being built in a tiny Indian village
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Broken promises, confiscated land: the hyperscale AI datacentre being built in a tiny Indian village

Locals say Google’s $15bn project in Andhra Pradesh has resulted in smallholdings being taken back off them by the government When the government officials arrived in Tarluvada last year, they came with abundant promises. Google, one of the world’s richest and most powerful tech companies, would soon be bringing a “golden…

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London transfer: is it time to kill off the Heathrow Express?
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London transfer: is it time to kill off the Heathrow Express?

With fares high and passenger numbers low, plans for a third runway could bring the train’s future into question If Heathrow finally builds its third runway, Londoners can expect hundreds more planes flying overhead each day. But greater congestion on the ground will be a problem too.

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The truth behind Donald Trump’s ‘biggest oil deal in world history’
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The truth behind Donald Trump’s ‘biggest oil deal in world history’

The US’s oil deal with Venezuela faces multiple legal and logistical problems, including questions about whether it can be implemented Donald Trump has long coveted the oilfields of other nations and declared an agreement with Venezuela to be “the biggest oil deal in world history”. But the agreement, reached after the US…

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Three-quarters of UK’s popular plug-in hybrid cars unable to use rapid chargers
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Three-quarters of UK’s popular plug-in hybrid cars unable to use rapid chargers

Only 26% of PHEVs sold across top 20 models can use chargers with power of 50kW or more, analysis finds Three-quarters of the 20 top-selling plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) in the UK cannot use rapid chargers, research has found, amid concerns that many are essentially “petrol cars pulling round a heavy battery”. The…

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Amazon’s Ring wants to replace local WhatsApp groups. It’s a recipe for curtain-twitching disaster | Imogen West-Knights
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Amazon’s Ring wants to replace local WhatsApp groups. It’s a recipe for curtain-twitching disaster | Imogen West-Knights

Do we really want a slick digital message board overseen by Amazon? It’s the neighbourhood nonsense we treasure Ring, the Amazon subsidiary of camera-enabled doorbells fame, wants to be an even bigger part of your neighbourhood.

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Purple reins: Philippine export ban casts shadow over UK’s love of ube
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Purple reins: Philippine export ban casts shadow over UK’s love of ube

As Britain goes mad for yam, shortage of planting material and concerns over control of crop prompts sales halt In a corner of north London on a weekday morning, Filipino cuisine is thriving: diners at Mama & Sons in Kentish Town are making their choices, and one of the most popular items on the menu is the ube ice-cream…

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‘I felt shame’: former BA worker locked in legal battle after losing job of 30 years
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‘I felt shame’: former BA worker locked in legal battle after losing job of 30 years

Cabin crew worker was among thousands of staff laid off during pandemic in what MPs called a ‘national disgrace’ During a 30-year career as a member of British Airways’ cabin crew, Tess De Mello took pride in a job well done, saying she regularly went above and beyond to make passengers more comfortable. To her, the role was…

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Vast Casino Secrets leak exposes inner workings of offshore gambling firms
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Vast Casino Secrets leak exposes inner workings of offshore gambling firms

Files could have seismic consequences for online casinos, including those accused of illegally targeting consumers The secrets of thousands of online casinos have been laid bare in a vast leak of data that could have seismic consequences for offshore gambling firms, including some accused of illegally targeting consumers around…

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Schoolchildren without smartphones penalised with higher bus fares
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Schoolchildren without smartphones penalised with higher bus fares

Despite guidance keeping mobile phones out of England’s schools, cheaper travel may only be available via an app Schoolchildren who do not own smartphones face paying hundreds of pounds extra in annual bus fares as cheaper travel passes are digitised. Critics argue that by only making discounts available through an app…

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Drones could speed up getting defibrillators to people having cardiac arrests, study suggests
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Drones could speed up getting defibrillators to people having cardiac arrests, study suggests

New research suggests the technology could be used to increase out-of-hospital access to life-saving devices Drones could help cut the time it takes to get a defibrillator to people experiencing cardiac arrests when not in hospital, researchers have suggested. In the UK alone, there are more than 30,000 out-of-hospital cardiac…

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TikTok to pay Alabama $100m and limit teenage use in first state settlement
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TikTok to pay Alabama $100m and limit teenage use in first state settlement

Trial had been set for Monday over claims by Alabama that TikTok misled parents about tools meant to shield children from harmful content TikTok has agreed to pay Alabama at least $100m and enact time limits and other restrictions for teenage users, avoiding a trial with a settlement that was modelled on Instagram-owner…

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At Meta Connect, the company’s smart glasses were everywhere
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At Meta Connect, the company’s smart glasses were everywhere

The company behind Facebook and Instagram wants to keep consumers connected to the digital world via its ever-growing line of smart glasses.

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OpenAI says agents leaked 53 images from ChatGPT users in latest example of rogue activity
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OpenAI says agents leaked 53 images from ChatGPT users in latest example of rogue activity

Disclosure reveals ⁠new area of privacy risk for the company and illustrates ​how difficult it is to inventory unauthorized activity tied to its agents Two ⁠months after OpenAI disclosed the accidental hacking of Hugging Face, the ChatGPT maker is still working to understand the full scope of its rogue agent activity, two…

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White House claims pro-Trump ad it paid Fox to air was ‘public service announcement’
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White House claims pro-Trump ad it paid Fox to air was ‘public service announcement’

Some Democrats say taxpayer-funded ad could be illegal government propaganda aimed at influencing voters The White House on Friday defended its decision to use taxpayer funds to buy airtime on Fox News for a White House-produced, pro-Trump ad that some Democrats said could be illegal government propaganda aimed at influencing…

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Trump and Chinese president Xi end summit without major agreement on AI
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Trump and Chinese president Xi end summit without major agreement on AI

Xi’s state visit to the US emphasized personal rapport with the US president, rather than substantial agreements to pause their respective countries’ AI arms race Donald Trump and Chinese president Xi Jinping wrapped up their Washington summit on Friday, facing criticism that they had squandered an opportunity to pause their…

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investing Live Americas market news wrap: Iran hopes spring eternal
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investing Live Americas market news wrap: Iran hopes spring eternal

Trump will meet with Xi again in November Xi: US-China relationship will be one of strategic stability based on respect, fairness and reciprocity September final UMich consumer sentiment 48.1 vs 47.6 expected USTR's Greer: We have reached agreements with China on a sub-set of goods we can trade US August durable goods orders…

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Man City found guilty of breaking financial rules
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Man City found guilty of breaking financial rules

Manchester City have been found guilty of breaking the majority of the 115 financial rules they were accused of breaching.

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Anthropic to pay Akamai $11.6 billion over seven years in cloud deal
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Anthropic to pay Akamai $11.6 billion over seven years in cloud deal

Anthropic has committed $11.6 billion over seven years to Akamai's cloud infrastructure, a bet on CPUs that could grow to about $20 billion, and in an unusual arrangement, Akamai is giving Anthropic a potential stake of up to 5% of its stock that grows as Anthropic spends more.

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FEDS Paper: How Did CECL Affect Bank Lending?
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FEDS Paper: How Did CECL Affect Bank Lending?

Ben Ranish and Cindy M. Vojtech Adoption of the current expected credit losses (CECL) methodology for loan loss provisioning significantly altered how banks recognize loan losses in their capital calculations.

Why it mattersThe data helps investors assess growth, inflation and the likely direction of economic policy.
Burnham pledges extra £210m towards regenerating boarded-up high streets
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Burnham pledges extra £210m towards regenerating boarded-up high streets

Funds to help local people turn empty shops, pubs and clubs into community hubs, shared workspaces and cafes The UK government has pledged £210m to regenerate high streets by taking boarded-up shops, pubs and clubs and turning them into shared workspaces, cafes and community hubs. Andy Burnham said the funds would “help put…

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Trump will meet with Xi again in November
ForexInvestingLive

Trump will meet with Xi again in November

Trump says he will meet with Xi again in November and then again at the G20 in DDecember in Miami. Trump said the meeting was one of friendship, strength and success for both the USA and China.

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
The Guardian view on Trump and Xi: a show of friendship, but no real attempt to address the tensions | Editorial
MarketsThe Guardian Business

The Guardian view on Trump and Xi: a show of friendship, but no real attempt to address the tensions | Editorial

The Chinese leader’s visit to Washington appears to have done nothing to shift the stalemate in bilateral relations Within days, two high-profile Chinese visitors will arrive in the US – envoys of friendship, as Xi Jinping described them when he met Donald Trump at the White House this week. The giant pandas, Ping Ping and Fu…

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

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

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

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How Labour can reform Britain’s pensions triple lock | Letters
MarketsThe Guardian Business

How Labour can reform Britain’s pensions triple lock | Letters

Readers offer solutions to the thorny problem facing the government, in response to an article by Gaby Hinsliff Gaby Hinsliff ( Britain needs cash and everyone knows we should break the pensions triple lock. Where is the courage?, 22 September ) is right that public policy should not subsidise wealth without limit, but…

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Healey appoints Labour manifesto writer, adding to election speculation
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Healey appoints Labour manifesto writer, adding to election speculation

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

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

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

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

Why it mattersThe story may reshape investment priorities, competitive advantage and the economics of technology deployment.
Pope Leo warns of AI threat to humanity at start of three-day France visit
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

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

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

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Meta’s AI Tamagotchi bet is…working?
TechnologyTechCrunch

Meta’s AI Tamagotchi bet is…working?

When AI leaders at OpenAI and Anthropic started talking about “pacing the frontier,” maybe someone should have asked: what pace? Now it’s turned into model drop week for both companies as Anthropic rolled out Opus 5.5, followed by OpenAI’s GPT-6 model updates just 90 minutes later.

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

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

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

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Anthropic’s founders seek voting control ahead of IPO
TechnologyTechCrunch

Anthropic’s founders seek voting control ahead of IPO

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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It’s going to take more than an email to a public inbox to protect Australians from potential AI doom | Tom McIlroy
TechnologyThe Guardian Technology

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

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

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Major Economic Indicators Latest Numbers
EconomyU.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Major Economic Indicators Latest Numbers

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

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

September final UMich consumer sentiment 48.1 vs 47.6 expected

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

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

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

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

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Pomp over progress in Xi’s US summit with Trump is a win for China
MarketsThe Guardian Business

Pomp over progress in Xi’s US summit with Trump is a win for China

While US president hailed visit as ‘great’, almost nothing of substance was achieved on resolving thorny issues Key takeaways from the Trump-Xi summit in Washington If the Beijing meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in May was the “ stalemate summit ”, the second round of talks between the presidents of the US and…

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

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

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

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Introducing the new Copilot with Home, Code and Autopilot
TechnologyMicrosoft Blog

Introducing the new Copilot with Home, Code and Autopilot

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Why this Pokémon set is dropping in value
BusinessNPR Business

Why this Pokémon set is dropping in value

How does one price a cemetery plot? Are they using dynamic pricing to figure it out?

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Japanese Government Bonds Held by the Bank of Japan
ForexBank of Japan

Japanese Government Bonds Held by the Bank of Japan

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

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

Monetary developments in the euro area: August 2026

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Spain Q2 GDP confirmed at 0.7% as domestic demand keeps growth resilient
ForexInvestingLive

Spain Q2 GDP confirmed at 0.7% as domestic demand keeps growth resilient

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

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Minutes of the Market Participants Group meeting – 24 September 2026
ForexBank of England

Minutes of the Market Participants Group meeting – 24 September 2026

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

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German consumer climate darkens ahead of October as higher energy costs bite
ForexInvestingLive

German consumer climate darkens ahead of October as higher energy costs bite

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

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

We ship our gym equipment all over the world

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

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(BOJ Review) Granular Insights into Depositor Dynamics and Deposit Spreads in Japanese G-SIBs' Foreign Currency Deposits
ForexBank of Japan

(BOJ Review) Granular Insights into Depositor Dynamics and Deposit Spreads in Japanese G-SIBs' Foreign Currency Deposits

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Indicators for Core CPI
ForexBank of Japan

Indicators for Core CPI

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

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

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

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

investing Live Asia-Pacific market news: Iran offers seven-day Hormuz dea

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

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Bank of Japan Accounts (September 20)
ForexBank of Japan

Bank of Japan Accounts (September 20)

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Results of BIS International Locational Banking Statistics and International Consolidated Banking Statistics in Japan
ForexBank of Japan

Results of BIS International Locational Banking Statistics and International Consolidated Banking Statistics in Japan

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

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

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

Why it mattersCommodity moves can affect inflation expectations, currencies, company margins and broader investor risk appetite.
Trump and Xi buy two more months of trade truce, leaving tariffs and rare earths in limbo
ForexInvestingLive

Trump and Xi buy two more months of trade truce, leaving tariffs and rare earths in limbo

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

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
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investing Live Americas FX news wrap 24 Sept: USD and Treasury yields climb as Iran headlines lift stocks off their lows
ForexInvestingLive

investing Live Americas FX news wrap 24 Sept: USD and Treasury yields climb as Iran headlines lift stocks off their lows

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

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Iran’s Pezeshkian wants a deal with the US before the midterm elections, NBC reports
ForexInvestingLive

Iran’s Pezeshkian wants a deal with the US before the midterm elections, NBC reports

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

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
Federal Reserve Board requests public comment on two proposals related to establishing a regulatory framework for Board-supervised payment stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act
MarketsFederal Reserve

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

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

Why it mattersThis can change expectations for interest rates, currencies, bond yields and the valuation of risk assets.
US treasury sells $44 billion of 7 year notes at a high yield of 5.085%
ForexInvestingLive

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

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

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: Everything you need to know
BusinessTechCrunch Startups

TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: Everything you need to know

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

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
US/Iran discussed phasing in a deal to reopen Hormuz and end the US blockade
ForexInvestingLive

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

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

Why it mattersCurrency markets may reprice relative growth and interest-rate expectations, increasing volatility in major pairs.
The economic squeeze is pushing up poverty rates for older adults
BusinessNPR Business

The economic squeeze is pushing up poverty rates for older adults

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

Why it mattersThe development provides context for company performance, competition and future investment decisions.
Canada retail sales for the month of July -0.7% vs -0.8% estimate
ForexInvestingLive

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

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

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

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