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Flagg's prized 1-of-1 card found in Rhode Island

Cooper Flagg's coveted one-of-one numbered rookie debut patch autograph card was found in Rhode Island on Monday night.

Carrington: Did not link ejection to white privilege

DiJonai Carrington says she never claimed that the assessment of a flagrant foul 2 on her in a game vs. the Fever was the result of white privilege.

Macdonald confirms Seattle's interest in CB Arnold

Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald said Monday the team has interest in signing Terrion Arnold after meeting with the embattled free agent cornerback over the weekend.

Former NFL QB Carr joins UCLA as special adviser

UCLA is adding former Raiders and Saints quarterback Derek Carr as a special adviser to coach Bob Chesney, the team announced Monday.

🏈 Fantasy Football Draft Guide: Rankings, more

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

16-minute delay in Sox-Jays leads to belated run

A chaotic, inning-ending double play resulted in a 16-minute delay and a belated Red Sox run during Boston's 2-1 loss to the Blue Jays in Toronto on Monday night.

Sources: Cowboys, Williams reach $105.9M deal

The Cowboys and star defensive tackle Quinnen Williams have agreed to terms on a three-year, $105.9 million extension to make him one of the highest-paid defensive linemen in the NFL, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

Greek team pursuing Jokic; made 'serious' offer

The owner of Panathinaikos Basketball Club in Athens, Greece, says he tried to buy Nikola Jokic out of his NBA contract for next season and believes he can sign the three-time MVP when he becomes a free agent next summer.

Reports: Judge rules Tulsa can play for LLWS bid

A Little League team from Tulsa, Oklahoma, disqualified from the Southwest tournament due to an ineligible player, has been granted a temporary restraining order, according to multiple reports, and will play for a Little League World Series berth Tuesday.

Mock draft: Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs at Picks 7 and 8? Only in a superflex league

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

Fantasy football buzz: Burden's preseason absence creates draft-day value

With Bears WR Luther Burden III set to miss the preseason, how does that change his fantasy draft value?

'He's a dude': CFB coaches spill the tea on 43 QBs

Who will be stars? Which QBs do opposing coaches fear or have questions about?

Freshman phenoms: Which first-year CFB players are set to shine?

They are not the top-ranked recruits, but these first-year players could affect conference and CFP races.

Latest news, buzz from training camps: Kirk Cousins' best day of camp; Christian McCaffrey did not practice

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

Free agent pickups: Trio of waiver-worthy prospects debut

The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

White House vows to get CLARITY across ‘finish line’ in September

Patrick Witt says the Trump administration will keep negotiating with Democrats as the Senate prepares for a September CLARITY vote.

U.S. SEC sets meeting to propose Reg Crypto to support certain digital assets offerings

The Securities and Exchange Commission will vote this week to start its first major crypto rulemaking process.

Yeehaw! Bring on the tap-dancing cowgirls! How the Edinburgh Military Tattoo suddenly got cool

With its marching bands, billowing flags and precision drills, the Tattoo has never exactly been cutting edge. But now an experimental theatre-maker has been let loose on it … Dusk has settled on Edinburgh Castle and now a laser beam is scribbling a route across its ramparts and high into the sky.

EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Remains below 183.00 as bearish bias prevails

EUR/JPY depreciates after registering modest gains in the previous day, trading around 183.80 during the Asian hours on Tuesday. The Relative Strength Index (14) at 47.63 sits just below the neutral 50 line, hinting at ongoing bearish momentum without yet reaching oversold conditions.

Bitcoin's 'strongest hands' are back, on-chain data show

Elite wallets holding over 10,000 BTC has hit a six-month high of 90, building on earlier accumulation by mid-sized whales amid Coldcard fallout and Clarity Act delays.

investingLive Asia-Pacific Financial Market news: Oil and gold stay near highs

Singapore doubles 2026 growth outlook to 4.5-5.5% on tech cycle upgradeRupee set to open weaker as oil pressure builds, RBI support in focusSources: BoJ could raise rates again at September 17-18 meetingSouth Korea: Kospi rises for second day as Samsung Electronics jumps circa 3.6%Australian business conditions edge higher in July but confidence stays fragil

British Pound clings to gains against US Dollar, US CPI in focus

The British Pound (GBP) holds onto two-day gains marginally at around 1.3500 against the US Dollar (USD) during the Asian trading session on Tuesday.

Canadian Dollar sits near two-month top vs USD amid bullish oil prices

The USD/CAD pair is seen consolidating its recent losses to a two-month low, touched last week, and trading below mid-1.3900s during the Asian session on Tuesday.

Bring on the reinforcements! Returning players who could swing MLB's playoff races

These injured stars expected to come off the IL could prove as good as any trade deadline blockbuster.

Do NFL superteams actually win? Barnwell sized up historic big favorites -- and the 2026 Rams

The Rams are loaded this season, and basically everyone is picking them to win the Super Bowl. But preseason darlings of the past 35 years haven't always met expectations.

Trump Media to revamp crypto treasury strategy after $238M Q2 loss

Trump Media says it will take a more disciplined approach to its crypto treasury while directing more resources toward its core media business.

Japanese Yen holds range in thin holiday trading amid intervention speculations

USD/JPY moves little after posting nearly 1% gains in the previous day, trading around 159.30 during the Asian hours on Tuesday. The pair moved little today, trading in tight ranges as market volumes remained thin with Japanese markets closed for the Mountain Day holiday.

BoJ to consider raising interest rates in September – Jiji Press

According to the Jiji Press, the Bank of Japan (BoJ) may consider an additional interest rate increase at its next policy meeting on September 17-18, after leaving them unchanged in July, to counter upside inflation risks.

New Zealand Dollar remains confined in a range vs USD amid Iran risks, ahead of US CPI

The NZD/USD pair seesaws between tepid gains/minor losses during the Asian session on Tuesday and currently trades just below the 0.5900 mark.

Dart's slide receives rave reviews at Giants camp

After being examined on five different occasions for a concussion last season, New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart slid after a third-down run during Monday's practice, a decision that drew rave reviews from teammates at training camp in New Jersey.

Sen. asks MLB to ban betting promos like Harper's

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Golfer resigns from club amid cheating scandal

An amateur golfer has resigned from his membership at a St. Louis-area club after admitting to a now-viral cheating scandal in which he faked making a hole-in-one.

Donald Trump says it would be a ‘terrible mistake’ to replace Fifa’s Gianni Infantino

US president backs ‘fantastic’ Infantino in Truth Social postInfantino under pressure following doomed World Cup sell-off plan US president Donald Trump has warned Fifa would be making a “terrible mistake” if they get rid of Gianni Infantino as the head of world football’s governing body.Infantino has come under pressure following his doomed plan to sell off

Trump Media reports $238m loss as crypto falls

The firm says it will refocus on social media, which includes a plan to sell faster access to Trump's posts.

Euro flat lines near mid-1.1500s vs USD as traders await US CPI amid Iran uncertainty

The EUR/USD pair struggles to gain any meaningful traction and holds steady around the 1.1545-1.1550 area during the Asian session on Tuesday.

Australian Dollar holds ground ahead of RBA policy decision

AUD/USD regains ground after registering modest losses the previous day, trading around 0.7060 during Asian hours on Tuesday. The pair gains as the Australian Dollar (AUD) remains stronger ahead of the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA) interest rate decision later in the day.

Thailand’s 0% crypto tax. Bitcoin Red Team forced to use Chinese AI: Asia Express

The Bitcoin Red Team has been forced to rely on open source Chinese AI, after OpenAI restricted access. Thailand sets crypto tax to 0% in bid to become crypto hub.

Australian business conditions edge higher in July but confidence stays fragile

The NAB survey points to an economy holding up better than feared but still operating under the shadow of elevated uncertainty, a combination that gives the RBA little reason to shift from its expected hold today. The pickup in conditions to +4, still below the long run trend of +7, alongside confidence stuck well below pre-conflict levels, supports the case

Breaking: Gold rallies further beyond $4,400; highest since early June

Gold (XAU/USD) scales higher for the third consecutive day – also marking the fifth day of a positive move in the previous six – and climbs to its highest level since June 5, further beyond the $4,400 mark during the Asian session on Tuesday.

NZ PM Luxon calls urgent caucus meeting to address leadership speculation

This is a domestic political story with limited direct market relevance at this stage. The NZD reaction is likely to be muted given no policy or fiscal outcome is yet at stake, only leadership speculation within the governing party roughly 90 days out from the election.

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD holds losses near $66.00 on Fed hike fears, oil surge

Silver price (XAG/USD) depreciates after two days of gains, trading around $66.00 per troy ounce during the Asian hours on Tuesday. The price of non-yielding Silver has taken a hit recently as rising oil prices spark renewed inflation fears and heighten expectations for interest rate hikes.

United States Dollar Index consolidates below 100.00 as bulls await US CPI amid Iran risks

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the Greenback against a basket of currencies, struggles to capitalize on the previous day's positive move and oscillates in a range during the Asian session on Tuesday.

PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7900 vs. 6.7884 previous

The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) sets the USD/CNY central rate for the trading session ahead on Tuesday at 6.7900 compared to the previous day's fix of 6.7884 and 6.7497 Reuters estimate.

WTI hovers around $81.50 as US-Iran peace talks stall

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil price moves little after registering gains over 6.5% in the previous day, trading around $81.40 during the Asian hours on Tuesday.

Bridgewater on retirement: 'This time it's official'

Teddy Bridgewater said in an Instagram post Monday that this time his retirement is "official."

Death of alleged fraudster sparks new questions

Multiple former NFL players and others say they will continue trying to recoup their losses -- in some cases over $1 million -- after the death of a man they say defrauded them.

UK data: Barclaycard spending rises 2.0% in July as consumer confidence hits 21-month high

The UK consumer data paints a mixed picture that will matter for the sterling and gilt outlook heading into upcoming inflation and retail sales releases. BRC's headline retail sales growth slowing to 1.3% year on year in July from 1.9% in June, alongside like-for-like sales easing to 1.0% from 1.7%, points to underlying softness even as World Cup related spe

Grayscale turned more than $1.1 billion of staked crypto into a recurring reward-sale machine for ETF holders

ETHE, GSOL and GAVA must sell earned rewards at least quarterly, creating recurring cash payouts without scheduling principal liquidation. The post Grayscale turned more than $1.1 billion of staked crypto into a recurring reward-sale machine for ETF holders appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Breaking: RBA holds interest rate at 4.35%, as expected

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) board members decided to leave the Official Cash Rate (OCR) unchanged at 4.35%, following the conclusion of its August monetary policy meeting on Tuesday.

Singapore doubles 2026 growth outlook to 4.5-5.5% on tech cycle upgrade

Singapore's sharp upgrade to its 2026 growth forecast, more than doubling the top end of its previous range, signals that the AI investment boom is now doing more work in the region's growth outlook than the Middle East conflict is doing damage, a rebalancing that matters for how traders price broader Asian growth exposure. The scale of the non-oil domestic

Two Premier League teams are swapping players; has it ever happened before?

Brennan Johnson and Dwight McNeil are swapping Premier League clubs. It's a rare transfer practice, but it's happened before with varying levels of success.

Why have Liverpool signed Barcelona captain Ronald Araújo, and what will he bring?

Liverpool have signed versatile Barcelona defender Ronald Araújo on loan, with a €55 million option. But is it a good deal for them?

OpenAI reportedly completed a $7 billion employee tender offer

San Francisco's housing market is in trouble again.

What Quinnen Williams contract extension means for Cowboys

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

As AI-led attacks multiply, OpenAI launches a new cyber model

OpenAI is expanding its AI cybersecurity defense program Daybreak, and rolling out a new cyber-trained AI model with it.

Batting champ, 2-time All-Star Anderson retires

Shortstop Tim Anderson, a two-time All-Star and former batting champion, on Monday announced his retirement after 10 major league seasons.

Intervention bought the Japanese Yen a price, not a buyer

The Yen has surrendered close to a full percent through the session, with the pair up 0.93% and changing hands just above 159.00 after a 120-pip range running from the 158.00 handle to short of 159.50.

'I started in my 20s and made £8,000': Why women are often better investors than men

Women can make higher returns but only about a quarter of UK women have investments, compared with about 40% of men.

The Australian Dollar rallies without an Australian reason

The Australian Dollar has traded a band of barely 20 pips through the session, holding above 0.7050 and easing 0.15% inside it. That is the tightest daily range the pair has produced in weeks, and it arrives at the end of a run of close to 200 pips from the late-June trough just above 0.6850.

British Pound Sterling borrows its rally from American payrolls

Cable has spent the session inside a band of barely 45 pips straddling 1.3500, up 0.13% and holding its best ground since mid-July.

Jeff Bezos might finally get his hands on a sports team

Jeff Bezos is reportedly close to buying his first stake in a sports team: the U.K.'s famed Liverpool Football Club.

Carrington tells critics to do 'research' over 'white privilege' post

Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington has told her critics to do their "research" amid the ongoing furore from her on-court confrontation with Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham.

SharpLink posts $1B loss as its $1.7B Ethereum treasury could take 90 days to fully convert to cash

The six-month loss was predominantly non-cash, while the company estimates its full staking portfolio could take about 90 days to convert. The post SharpLink posts $1B loss as its $1.7B Ethereum treasury could take 90 days to fully convert to cash appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Premier League 2026-27 preview No 3: Bournemouth

New head coach Marco Rose has a lot to live up to after last season’s sixth-placed finish while fans have a first year in Europe to look forward toGuardian writers’ predicted position: 12th (NB: this is not necessarily Ben Fisher’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips)Last season’s position: 6th Continue reading...

GB's Hunt comes of age with European 100m gold

Britain's Amy Hunt has her "coming of age" moment as she storms to 100m glory at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.

Amanda Knox in Cartwheel review – rookie standup acquitted of murder tells her story

Gilded Balloon TeviotPerformer cleared of death of her roommate in Italy uses new motherhood as framework for her defiant comedy show‘Welcome to the most controversial show on the fringe!” Some audiences will diagnose self-regard in that intro by rookie standup Amanda Knox. For others, as for Knox herself, it merely acknowledges the continuing efforts to sil

US 1500m champion Koech gets three-year doping ban

American middle-distance runner Jonah Koech is banned for three years for blood doping.

NCAA, FBI partner to fight athlete sexploitation

As college athletes become bigger targets for sexual exploitation online, the NCAA and FBI announced a partnership Monday to educate athletes on how to prevent private images from falling into the wrong hands.

Bieniemy back with Chiefs after wife's shooting

Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy returned to the team Monday after a two-week absence following the shooting of his wife. Bieniemy's son Elijah, 27, has been charged in the shooting.

EUR/USD Price Forecast: 100-day SMA caps Euro recovery

The Euro is poised to end Monday’s session with losses of about 0.13% against the Greenback, as recent news points to a delay in talks between the US and Iran, while, from a technical perspective, EUR/USD stalled at the 100-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) near 1.1568.

Nvidia gets $500bn from major investors to develop AI infrastructure

The money will be used to develop new data centres to house, operate, and cool miles of stacked computer chips that process AI data and actions.

Britain's Hunt sprints to European 100m gold

Great Britain's Amy Hunt wins her first major gold medal with victory in the 100m at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.

South Korea puts crypto exchanges on a seven-day clock under new seizure rules

Civil creditors could compel custodians to freeze, disclose, transfer, swap and sell debtors’ assets if the rules advance. The post South Korea puts crypto exchanges on a seven-day clock under new seizure rules appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Spurs offseason recap and early season preview: How much better are Wemby & Co.?

What will Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs do for an encore? We're looking back at the offseason and taking an early look at the 2026-27 season.

Biggest remaining NBA free agents: Why these nine players are still on the market

Jalen Duren, James Harden and others remain in flux as the 2026-27 season draws closer.

Now Rippling is counter-suing tiny startup Runlayer

This lawsuit follows one filed last month by Runlayer that accused Rippling of stealing its product ideas. It's a seller- and buyer-beware market warning.

Road to the LLBWS: Results, schedules and more

We have your one-stop shop for everything to know about the 2026 Little League World Series.

Fed's Hammack calls for rate hikes, says policy not restrictive enough

Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack crossed the wires on Monday and was hawkish, noting that the current rate is not “meaningfully restricting the economy” and that there is a need for some number of rate hikes.

Ars Live: Ross Scott discusses the Stop Killing Games movement

Our discussion takes place live on August 11 at 3 pm ET.

US Treasury yields climb as Oil spike revives CPI jitters

US Treasury yields rose on Monday as traders braced for the release of US inflation figures this week, following a worse-than-expected Nonfarm Payrolls report last Friday.

Athena Bitcoin agreed to a $4.5 million settlement, but claimants may have less than $3 million to split

If the court grants the proposed fee and expenses stay within the stated estimate, at least $2.985 million remains before other deductions. The post Athena Bitcoin agreed to a $4.5 million settlement, but claimants may have less than $3 million to split appeared first on CryptoSlate.

CLARITY Act delay draws backlash before September vote

Crypto industry leaders are voicing frustration after the U.S. Senate failed to advance the CLARITY Act before its August recess, leaving the market structure bill facing a crucial procedural vote weeks before the 2026 midterm elections.

With new open models, Meta pitches another reboot of its struggling AI strategy

Meta has been trailing competitors. Zuckerberg thinks he's found a way forward.

NFL to allow coach's designee to challenge calls

The NFL will allow head coaches to designate a member of their sideline staff to initiate replay challenges this season.

It's football, not PlayStation - Uefa refs' chief on VAR

Uefa referees' chief Roberto Rosetti says some video assistant referee reviews "were not connected with football".

Ingebrigtsen returns from 'lowest of lows' to clinch 5,000m gold

Jakob Ingebrigtsen fights back from "the lowest of lows" to win a stunning 5,000m gold at the European Championships after almost a year out with injury.

CFTC Polymarket case paused over soldier’s $400K bets

A federal judge has paused the CFTC’s civil case against a US Army soldier accused of using classified information to earn more than $400,000 from Polymarket contracts tied to Nicolás Maduro’s removal. CFTC case paused until criminal proceedings conclude US…

Vitalik Buterin Says Ethereum Is Betting Its Future on Quantum Security and AI

Ethereum’s updated roadmap puts quantum resistance, privacy and AI-assisted formal verification at the center of the network’s technical ambitions.

Sky Sports Golf Podcast: Young talent shines again as PGA Tour playoffs loom

The Sky Sports Golf Podcast delivers the latest news from the golfing world, expert analysis and big-name interviews.

Trump signs bonkers order that cuts vaccines, promotes ones that don't exist

Trump falsely claimed the MMR vaccine is "quite lethal" and linked shots to autism.

XRP Ledger lending amendments gain Ripple’s backing

Ripple has voted to support two XRP Ledger amendments designed to introduce single-asset vaults and fixed-term institutional lending directly at the network’s protocol level. Ripple backs XRP Ledger lending amendments Ripple’s validator has backed the Single Asset Vault and Lending…

Strategy has $785 million left to close STRC’s final $5 gap after selling $213 million in Bitcoin

Strategy’s preferred stock STRC is steadily moving back toward its $100 target as the Bitcoin treasury company increases its purchases of the shares. Data from STRC.live showed that STRC traded around $95 on Monday, extending a recovery from its late-June low of about $74 as Strategy combined open-market repurchases with a 12% annualized dividend to […] The

Councils to get more powers to stop vape and betting shops, PM announces

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said town centres had been "hollowed out" by decades of decline.

Burnham to give councils more powers to block vape and betting shops

Vape shops in England and Wales to need planning permission while betting shop law change will also apply in ScotlandCouncils are to be given powers to stop betting and vape shops taking over their high streets under new plans announced by Andy Burnham.Local authorities will be able to reject new betting shops and adult gaming centres, while vape shops will

Britain’s Amy Hunt powers to emphatic 100m European gold and thrills home crowd

24-year-old secures title in 11.00sec in BirminghamNorway win 4x400m mixed relay, Britain secondAfter a display of icy resolve and sustained power had secured Amy Hunt a European 100m gold medal, Britain’s new sprint queen reached for a Freddie Mercury lyric. “I want it all,” she said, before peering into a golden future.The Cambridge graduate, 24, now plans

Developer Cold Iron Studios shuts down cloud version of $60 game with no refunds

A reminder of the perils of digital ownership.

Citi Mexico Survey expects Banxico hold, USD/MXN ending 2026 at 17.90

Citi Mexico released the Expectations Survey on Monday, in which the central bank polled 35 economists to gather their forecasts for monetary policy, the USD/MXN exchange Rate, inflation expectations, and economic growth.

Ethereum roadmap puts privacy and quantum safety first

Ethereum’s updated roadmap adds native rollups, stronger privacy, and post-quantum scaling as advances in cryptography and AI reshape the network’s long-term technical priorities, according to co-founder Vitalik Buterin. Ethereum (ETH) co-founder Vitalik Buterin compared the network’s 2023 roadmap with its…

Brave's Stubbs stars to slow Rockets' march to final

Southern Brave complete an upset to beat Trent Rockets by six wickets courtesy of Marcus Stoinis and Tristan Stubbs' excellent batting performances, with the latter chalking up a half-century.

Transfer rumors, news: Tottenham eye move for Liverpool's Gakpo

Liverpool could end up letting Cody Gakpo depart to Tottenham if they are able to get a replacement. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Google co-founder Sergey Brin has now spent $100 million to fight the billionaire tax

California's Prop 40 would impose a one-time 5% tax on the net worth of the state's billionaires.

Rafting brings people with different politics together

A whitewater rafting group brings people of different political persuasions together to talk and paddle.

New Zealand Dollar slips as firm US Dollar and Oil keep the Kiwi pinned

The New Zealand Dollar (NZD) trades near 0.5900 against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday, giving back a little ground after a run toward multi-day highs last week.

Trump Media’s bitcoin holdings shrink as crypto losses hit $361 million

The Truth Social parent held 9,477 BTC worth $557 million at the end of June, while its Cronos position also suffered a steep drop in value.

Team GB claim relay golds at European Championships

Team GB secure three medals on the opening day of the European Aquatics Championships in Paris, while Jack Kelly sets a new Irish record to reach the breaststroke final.

Nasdaq puts $675 million Avalanche Treasury on the clock over two listing failures

The AVAX treasury company must hold a $1 closing bid and $35 million listed-securities value threshold for at least 10 consecutive business days. The post Nasdaq puts $675 million Avalanche Treasury on the clock over two listing failures appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Great Britain win mixed 4x400m relay silver

Great Britain win their first medal of the 2026 European Athletics Championships, finishing second to Norway to take silver in the 4x400m mixed relay final in Birmingham.

Bitcoin ATMs Pulled in Australia as Regulators Signal Wider Crackdown

AUSTRAC has suspended the registration of the operator running 96 of Australia's roughly 1,800 crypto ATMs, effective August 9.

Van de Ven signs new long-term deal with Spurs

Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven says it is "clear the direction the club wants to go in" after signing a new long-term deal with Spurs.

European Athletics Championships: Hunt wins women’s 100m gold, Ingebrigtsen kicks to 5,000m title – live

Women’s 100m and men’s 5,000m top opening billing Britain ends 92-year wait | Mail Billy | Follow on TikTokWomen’s 100 hurdles: Germany’s Rosina Schneider draws level with Norway’s Lovise Skarbøvik Andresen after 60m of the third heat but pulls away in the final 20m to win. The Norwegian was still on for a fast time but fell flat on her face at the final hur

Mark Zuckerberg’s AI manifesto is exactly why people don’t like AI

On Monday, Mark Zuckerberg published a 6,500-word manifesto about personal AI, largely about the possibilities for the "personal superintelligence" systems Meta AI is building.

Judge stays CFTC’s case against US soldier over prediction market bets

A New York judge granted a motion filed by US prosecutors in July to stay the CFTC’s civil case against Gannon Ken Van Dyke over making more than $400,000 on prediction markets.

Lions' Mays out into season; Pacheco hurts knee

Lions starting center Cade Mays has a wrist injury that will cause him to miss a significant amount of time, coach Dan Campbell said Monday.

Source: U.S. prospect Gozo finalizing Palace deal

Crystal Palace is finalizing the transfer of Real Salt Lake winger Zavier Gozo, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Kraken holds the instant liquidation switch on a crypto firm’s 479 Bitcoin if price drops to $45,094

The Aug. 7 filing ties 479 pledged Bitcoin to the higher balance, making the dated, principal-only threshold calculable.

Amazon backs power plant that may become top source of US climate pollution

Amazon announces first off-the-grid data center in race to reap AI profits.

Rockets face nervous wait after defeat by Brave

Trent Rockets face a nervous wait to see if they will qualify automatically for the final of The Hundred after a six-wicket defeat by Southern Brave.

Who could Arsenal sign after missing out on Vinicius Jr?

One big signing missed, but one big signing through the doors - it's been a mixed transfer window for Arsenal.

Man City close in on Bouaddi - Tuesday's gossip

Manchester City on the verge of signing Ayyoub Bouaddi, Serie A interest in Arsenal duo Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli plus Harry Kane a target for Barcelona and Tottenham.

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD extends rally and eyes $69

Silver (XAG/USD) price climbs over 3% on Monday even though US Treasury yields rose, with the white metal refreshing seven-week highs at $66.07. At the time of writing, XAG/USD trades at $65.76 with buyers eyeing key resistance levels.

'Genius' Ingebrigtsen surges late to win European 5,000m gold after injury

Norway's Jakob Ingebrigtsen completes a sensational injury comeback with a late burst of pace to win men's 5,000m gold in Birmingham.

Bitwise's Rasmussen: Circle is mispriced as stablecoins head toward trillions

Bitwise's Ryan Rasmussen says investors are underestimating Circle as stablecoins expand and the company builds out its payments infrastructure.

investingLive Americas market news wrap: Gold and oil continue to climb, yen sinks

Fed's Hammack: Now is the time to bring more restraint into policyTrump says he is demanding compensation from Iran for people killedIt's time to start the countdown on Atlantic hurricane seasonUS July employment trends 107.71 vs 106.74 priorIntel dilutes shareholders: Will launch $15 billion secondaryMarkets:WTI crude up $3.90 to $82.08Gold up $46 to $4388S

Bitcoin defenders seek frontier AI access in 40-group push

Bitcoin Policy Institute and more than 40 digital-asset organizations have called on leading AI laboratories to give qualified open-source security researchers controlled access to frontier models as AI-assisted cyberattacks grow more capable. Bitcoin coalition asks AI labs for controlled access…

Tech industry is buzzing after a Claude agent hacked into a gym

An OpenClaw agent hacked into a gym's reservation system to bump its human boss higher on a class' waitlist. And the tech industry took notice.

Strategy builds $4.75 billion cash cushion as only bitcoin isn’t enough for investors

Strategy is holding billions in cash after learning that traditional investors don’t necessarily view its massive bitcoin reserves as a substitute for dollars.

Economic and event calendar in Asia Tuesday, August 11, 2026 - Japan holiday, RBA decision

Previews of today's Reserve Bank of Australia decision are here:RBA preview: Analysts see cash rate on hold at 4.35% TuesdayRBA preview - Westpac says soft Q2 CPI gives RBA room to hold at 4.35%Preview: RBA meet Tuesday. CBA expects RBA to hold rates through the rest of 2026 This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

Forest to host Leeds in EFL Cup - second-round draw in full

Nottingham Forest will face Leeds in the Carabao Cup in the only all-Premier League tie in the second round of the competition.

Zuckerberg’s superyacht ignored emergency channel, failed to aid stranded boat

Zuckerberg’s superyacht and support ship were slow to heed Coast Guard call.

Hidden Text in PDFs Is Hijacking This AI Assistant

A security firm says Atlassian's AI assistant will quietly ship your Jira tickets and Confluence docs to an attacker, using instructions buried in a file you'd swear was empty.

Forex Today: US Dollar firms as Oil surges on Hormuz

The US Dollar (USD) traded broadly firmer on Monday, with the US Dollar Index (DXY) up around 0.2% and holding just above 99.80 as Oil surged more than 6% on the ongoing Strait of Hormuz standoff.

Ethereum staking hits record 41.7M ETH as price struggles

Ethereum staking has reached a record 41.7 million ETH, locking more than one-third of the cryptocurrency’s circulating supply despite a sharp decline in its market price. Ethereum staking climbs despite price decline A CryptoQuant chart shared by cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex…

TRON USDT supply hits $87.9B as transfers reach $2.1T in Q2: Messari

Messari reported that TRON recorded all-time highs in stablecoin supply and network activity during the second quarter, while DeFi and decentralized exchange activity declined.

Wakefield pay 'substantial' fee for Hull FC's Litten

Hull FC centre Davy Litten will join fellow Super League club Wakefield Trinity at the end of the 2026 season.

Fantasy football managers, beware: The full 'Do Not Draft' list for 2026

The annual hit is back, with players Eric Karabell predicts are going earlier than they should in drafts this summer.

Sources: Bears expect Burden to miss preseason

Bears receiver Luther Burden III is expected to miss the preseason with a groin injury, but the team believes he'll be ready for Week 1 vs. Carolina, sources told ESPN.

Simmons to join Australia minicamp, eyeing NBA

Free agent forward Ben Simmons is expected to be a full participant with "zero restrictions" at a player-led private minicamp for the Australian men's basketball team in Melbourne, a source told ESPN Andscape.

UK money laundering suspect bought $100M in Trump crypto business: NYT

An individual behind the Aqua 1 entity that purchased $100 million worth of World Liberty Financial tokens in 2025 is reportedly a businessman with ties to the UK and UAE.

One of Worldcoin’s largest corporate holders now sits on a $207M loss after losing its primary source of cash

The June 30 loss was unrealized, but a $7.8 million credit-loss allowance and 109% share-count increase sharpen the capital-allocation test. The post One of Worldcoin’s largest corporate holders now sits on a $207M loss after losing its primary source of cash appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Coinsbuy offers $100K bounty after reported $7.9M hack

Coinsbuy has offered a $100,000 reward for information identifying those behind unauthorized withdrawals that reportedly drained more than $7.9 million from its Ethereum and TRON wallets. Coinsbuy launches $100K identification bounty Coinsbuy announced the reward after confirming that unauthorized withdrawals…

China: Cost-driven reflation and narrow profit gains – Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered analysts Carol Liao and Moriarty Lam argue that China’s reflation remains largely cost-driven, with industrial profit recovery concentrated in AI- and oil-related sectors. They highlight that domestic demand continues to lag supply, creating a persistent imbalance.

Another Dormant Bitcoin Wallet Holding Millions Wakes Up After 12 Years

A Bitcoin address that sat untouched for more than 12 years just moved 26.96 BTC, worth about $1.75 million.

Nottingham Forest owner Marinakis sues Crystal Palace over fan banner

Banner depicted him holding gun to Gibbs-White’s headPalace have already been handed £50,000 fine from FAThe Nottingham Forest owner, Evangelos Marinakis, is suing Crystal Palace for defamation after supporters of the south London club displayed a banner depicting him holding a gun to the head of the England midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White.Almost 12 months sin

Mysten launches confidential settlement prototype on Sui

Mysten Labs has introduced Tessera, a business-to-business settlement prototype that hides payment amounts while preserving controlled access for counterparties, regulators, and auditors. Tessera brings private B2B settlement to Sui In an Aug.

West Ham sign winger Solomon from Tottenham

West Ham United sign winger Manor Solomon from Tottenham on a three-year contract.

'Unbelievable!' - Great Britain win double gold in European relays

TGreat Britain win gold in both the women's and men's 4x200m freestyle relay finals at the European Acquatics Championships in Paris, with the men doing so in a new championship record time of 7:01.52.

United States: Weak payrolls and softer retail sales – TD Securities

TD Securities notes July payrolls surprised sharply to the downside, with headline jobs dragged by government hiring, while private employment stayed near breakeven.

TaoWeave promised to hoard TAO forever, but paying the bills just forced another crypto treasury sell-off of 3,959 TAO

The company expects further sales as needed, with no committed liquidity source independent of its digital assets. The post TaoWeave promised to hoard TAO forever, but paying the bills just forced another crypto treasury sell-off of 3,959 TAO appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Coinsbuy offers $100K reward after Sunday security breach

Coinsbuy said it covered all affected client funds after unauthorized withdrawals, while an onchain investigator estimated more than $7.9 million was stolen.

Rahmanullah helps Afghanistan see off improved Ireland

Rahmanullah Gurbaz's 71 helps Afghanistan to victory over Ireland at Stormont to take a 2-0 lead in the five-match one-day international series.

Mexican Peso rally pauses ahead of US inflation report

The Mexican Peso (MXN) loses some ground against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday as traders book profits after a worse-than-expected US jobs report last week and as eyes turn to the release of US inflation figures on Wednesday.

Everything we launched during Agents Week

Our latest Agents Week has come to a close. Here’s a recap of all the announcements we made, from Wallets to Radar.

Aptoide becomes the first rival app store to return to Google Play in the US

Aptoide has brought its games store back to Google Play after more than a decade, as court-ordered changes open Android to competing app stores.

Wall Street Is Starting to Treat Data Center Backlash as a Credit Risk

Banks financing the AI infrastructure boom are now weighing local public opposition alongside permits and costs.

Social media platforms still facing thousands of user addiction lawsuits after failed appeals

Platforms like Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, and Google are facing a long road of litigation.

YouTube now requires creators to have twice as many watch hours to start earning money

Creators who want to start earning on the platform will need at least 8,000 qualified watch hours over the past year or 20 million qualified Shorts views in the last 90 days.

WTI jumps over 6% as Strait of Hormuz reopening remains uncertain

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) jumps more than 6% on Monday, erasing last week’s losses as uncertainty over when the Strait of Hormuz will reopen keeps supply concerns and the geopolitical risk premium firmly in place. At the time of writing, WTI trades around $81.15 per barrel, near a one-week high.

BlackRock Canada launches ETF with 3% Bitcoin allocation

BlackRock Canada has launched an exchange-traded fund that combines global equities with a 3% Bitcoin allocation, giving Canadian investors both exposures through one TSX-listed product. IBQT combines global stocks with Bitcoin The iShares Equity + Bitcoin ETF Portfolio, trading under…

Mexico beats U.S. in U20 final after suspect red

Mexico won its second Concacaf U20 championship in a row after beating the United States 2-0 at Estadio Azteca in the final on Sunday in Mexico City.

Commanders star Tunsil to have triceps surgery

Commanders star left tackle Laremy Tunsil will undergo surgery to repair a torn triceps and is expected to miss significant time.

Patriots, TE Henry ink new deal worth up to $20M

Patriots standout TE Hunter Henry, 31, has signed a two-year contract extension. The deal is worth up to $20 million with $14.5 million guaranteed, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Breaking: Iran won't negotiate with the US until Trump's term is done

In a major setback to efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and cool Middle East tensions, Iran ruled out any future negotiations with United States (US) President Donald Trump, according to Iranian outlets and a X post by an adviser to Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.

Why has Araujo joined Liverpool and where did it go wrong at Barcelona?

Ronald Araujo has joined Liverpool on loan from Barcelona. We explain why Liverpool moved for the Uruguay defender and what went wrong at Barcelona.

Forest owner Marinakis sues Palace over gun banner

Evangelos Marinakis is suing Crystal Palace for a banner unfurled by their fans depicting the Nottingham Forest owner holding a gun to midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White's head.

LatAm FX: Carry window opens with caveats – BNY

BNY’s Geoff Yu and David Tam argue that a more dovish Federal Reserve (Fed) and weaker United States (US) labor data have improved conditions for Latin American (LatAm) carry trades, but broken correlations with commodities and lingering inflation risks limit momentum.

US President Trump says Iran should pay for regional damage

United States (US) President Donald Trump used a post on his Truth Social platform to push back on Iran's demands for war reparations, arguing that Tehran, not Washington, should carry the bill for the damage and lives lost across the region.

Liverpool sign Araujo on loan from Barcelona

Liverpool sign Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan from Barcelona, with an option to buy.

Tupac Shakur: jury selection begins in trial of ex-gang boss for rapper’s killing

Prosecutors allege Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis ordered killing and provided gun in Las Vegas drive-by shooting 30 years agoJury selection began on Monday in Las Vegas as the murder trial of a former gang leader finally got under way decades after the shooting of the rapper Tupac Shakur, one of the most high-profile unsolved killings in the US.It was thought likely

BitMart faces insolvency claim over frozen withdrawals

BitMart is facing a new insolvency allegation after an OpenGradient co-founder said his market-making team could no longer withdraw funds locked on the exchange. Market maker questions BitMart’s solvency Matthew, a co-founder of decentralized AI network OpenGradient, said his market-making…

Clicks’ Power Keyboard brings BlackBerry-style typing to any phone — with some compromises

Clicks’ $99 Power Keyboard brings a customizable, slide-out physical keyboard to MagSafe and Qi2 smartphones, but its added heft can make larger phones awkward to use.

Decentralization was the beginning. Call it onchain finance

The following is a guest post and opinion piece by Andre Cronje, Founder and CEO of Flying Tulip. Decentralization was the starting point for DeFi.

SEC Charges Private Fund Adviser Adit Ventures Management, Its CEO and Affiliated General Partners in Alleged Fraud

The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged New York-based investment adviser Adit Ventures Management LLC, its CEO Eric Munson, and three affiliated general partners, Adit Ventures LLC; Adit Ventures II LLC; and Adit Ventures III LLC (the…

Gold edges higher as Hormuz delays, US CPI keep traders cautious

Gold (XAU/USD) price edges up at the beginning of the week as the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz faces delays due to demands from Iran to the US, and is capped by the modest strength of the Greenback, with traders eyeing the release of crucial US inflation data.

Brazil's $319B Crypto Market Faces October Licensing Deadline: CertiK

A new report maps Brazil's push to bring its vast crypto market under formal supervision by October 30.

FREE STREAM: The Transfer Show on Sky Sports News

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The Guardian view on Meta’s smart glasses: regulators must get on the front foot | Editorial

Privacy needs defending against invasive wearable gadgets. So far, businesses are ahead of the governmentIt is not yet clear to what extent Meta’s new smart glasses will live up to the nickname of “pervert glasses” – bestowed in recognition of the obvious appeal of wearable cameras to voyeurs.

Bernie Sanders calls on Silicon Valley to ‘pause AI development’ in interest of humanity

Progressive US senator urges Meta, OpenAI and Anthropic to ‘stop building machines that humans cannot control’Senator Bernie Sanders has called on Meta, OpenAI and Anthropic executives to halt their development of artificial intelligence, warning that the US Senate will implement regulation if the companies continue deploying AI at their current pace.In a ne

Water companies circumventing bonus rules? What did ministers expect? | Nils Pratley

Door was left open to such behaviour because the regulator for England and Wales can only use the powers it was given by parliamentThames Water’s £1m payout to finance chief is ‘unacceptable’, says government departmentAnybody who followed the supposed “clampdown” on bankers’ bonuses after the great financial crash in 2008 knew what to expect when water comp

'The Nerd Reich' tracks the 'unmasking of Silicon Valley's true politics'

Journalist Gil Durán argues that a small circle of Silicon Valley billionaires and venture capitalists have concluded that democracy is in their way — and that they should be governing in its place.

Confederations slam FIFA, Infantino for 'deception'

UEFA, Concacaf and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have accused FIFA of a "fundamental breach of trust" over its handling of plans to sell a stake in the World Cup.

Strategy sells $108.6M Bitcoin to fund STRC buyback

Strategy sold another 1,690 Bitcoin last week and directed the entire $108.6 million in proceeds toward repurchasing its STRC preferred stock. Strategy sells Bitcoin for a second straight week An Aug.

Rockets recover to beat Brave and qualify for final

Trent Rockets overcome a woeful start to their innings, losing three wickets with only 10 runs, to defeat Southern Brave at Trent Bridge, confirming their place in the final of The Hundred while their opponents enter the eliminator.

Aretha Franklin's 'Sparkle' soundtrack is a neglected classic

The 1976 film is about a '60s trio based loosely on The Supremes. It wasn't a big hit, but it has a devoted cult following, and critic Ken Tucker says it features some of Aretha Franklin's finest performances.

A mysterious whale just funneled 6,494 BTC into Binance, triggering massive sell-off fears

The full confirmed balance was swept through transactions paying a historically Binance-attributed wallet, leaving customer deposit and internal staging unresolved. The post A mysterious whale just funneled 6,494 BTC into Binance, triggering massive sell-off fears appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Liverpool sign Araujo from Barcelona

Liverpool have confirmed the signing of defender Ronald Araujo from Barcelona.

England opener Gay set to be fit for Pakistan Test

Opener Emilio Gay is set to be fit for England’s first Test against Pakistan next week.

Bitcoin Rally Fades—Where Does Price Go Next?

The price of Bitcoin is up on the seven-day chart, today bouncing to a high of $65,000. But bearish market pressure persists.

Who is Kimi Antonelli? Age, career, salary and F1 records

Many people will have started hearing the name Kimi Antonelli float about, whether you follow Formula 1 or not.

‘Disappointing’ — crypto advocates react to delay in CLARITY vote

Following a procedural delay in the US Senate, lawmakers are expected to address a major crypto market structure bill after they return from a month-long recess, which met with industry criticism.

Has Ford got cheap car fever? A $25K crossover is supposedly on the way.

Ford dealers were told about the new Escape-sized model; one of them spilled the beans.

Sciver-Brunt cameo helps Rockets into Hundred final

Nat Sciver-Brunt's breezy 32 helped Trent Rockets to a three-wicket win over Southern Brave which rubber stamps their place in the final of The Hundred.

Parkinson withdraws from England Under-20 camp

Teenager Erica Meg Parkinson withdraws from England's training camp before the Under-20 Women's World Cup in Poland next month.

Derby 'off market' as takeover deal collapses

Saudi Arabia government official Turki Alalshikh abandons his proposed takeover of Championship club Derby County.

Japanese Yen weakens as surprise current account deficit weighs

USD/JPY advances 0.73% on Monday and trades around 158.95 at the time of writing.

This corporate Solana treasury dumped $12.5M of SOL at a 54% loss – and its balance sheet still shrank

Its Aug. 7 filing keeps more token sales, equity or traditional financing on the table until operations can support themselves.

The Canadian Dollar takes back two months in ten sessions

The Canadian Dollar trades at its strongest against the US Dollar since the second week of June, with the rate holding just above 1.3900 into the afternoon.

Crypto hacks cost $110M in July as bug reports rise

Crypto projects lost roughly $110 million to hacks in July as Immunefi recorded more confirmed bug bounty reports and found that audit competitions uncovered more serious vulnerabilities than private audits. Crypto hacks put 2026 on course for a record Immunefi…

Man City in Bouaddi talks and Chelsea's Fernandez also an option

Man City are in ongoing talks with Lille for Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi.

Taylor Farms recalls jalapeño products for Salmonella amid Cyclospora outbreak

Recall of jalapeño products spans 26 states, major retailers, a variety of foods.

Dow Jones Industrial Average begins pricing a 2029 war premium

The Dow Jones Industrial Average trades near 53,900 on Monday, lower by three tenths of a percent and pinned to the bottom of a session that has covered barely 200 points, the narrowest daily bar in weeks. Every price of the day sits inside Friday's range, and Friday's sat inside Thursday's.

Web3 Is Building Financial Freedom Only for People Who Can Afford Mistakes

When the same mistake recurs across many users, it stops being client error and becomes product data, argues ChangeNOW's Pauline Shangett.

Robinhood Chain could bring 27M users to Ethereum: Tom Lee

Bitmine Chairman Tom Lee believes Robinhood Chain could become one of 2026’s biggest crypto success stories by connecting the brokerage’s 27 million customers with Ethereum-based financial services. Tom Lee sees Robinhood Chain accelerating ETH adoption Lee, who chairs Ethereum treasury…

Meta’s new Glimmer AI model offers a hint at Zuckerberg’s personal intelligence vision

Meta’s new open-weight Muse Glimmer model offers a glimpse of Mark Zuckerberg’s personal superintelligence vision, as well as the emerging divide between AI users can own and access.

British Pound climbs as Hormuz talks stall, US CPI in focus

The Pound Sterling (GBP) advances during the North American session on Monday, up 0.2% as markets digest developments in the Middle East and await crucial inflation data in the United States (US). The GBP/USD pair trades at 1.3520 after bouncing off daily lows of 1.3483.

Bitcoin price slip wipes weekend gains as oil surge hits 5% on Hormuz disappointment

Bitcoin wobbled with US stocks as Iran deflated hopes on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz oil route, while analysis praised “exceptionally strong” institutional BTC inflows.

Emerging Markets: Selectivity key as Fed path clouds – HSBC

HSBC Asset Management notes that Emerging Market local-currency bonds have delivered strong returns over the past four years, supported by credible policies and attractive real yields, but year-to-date performance has softened as US Treasury yields rose and EM-US real rate differentials narrowed.

XRP Price Weakens as Crypto Market Awaits Clarity

XRP is trading just above $1.00, still pinned under a death cross, as the legislative tailwind that lifted it in July loses steam.

SharpLink posts $394M Q2 loss on ETH write-downs

SharpLink has posted a $394.3 million second-quarter loss after falling ETH prices produced $397.1 million in unrealized losses and write-downs. ETH write-downs outweigh revenue growth SharpLink’s second-quarter results showed that revenue reached $11.5 million during the three months ended June…

Valve slowly expands SteamOS support on non-Valve hardware

New update includes improvements for the Intel-based MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ among others.

Have more fun at the state fair with these Google tools

Here are five easy ways Google tools can help you make plans, explore, and create memories at the state fair.

BlackRock launches two Canada ETFs, with one allocating 3% to Bitcoin

BlackRock Canada’s new IBQT fund combines global equity exposure with a 3% Bitcoin allocation through the firm’s Canadian iShares Bitcoin ETF.

New filming guidelines used at Europeans for first time

New guidelines advising broadcasters on more respectful camera angles at live athletics events are used at the European Athletics Championships for the first time

Hackers Drain $8 Million From Crypto Exchange Across Two Blockchains

The attacker moved funds across Tron and Ethereum before routing millions through crypto exchanges, while later wallet activity offers clues about how the breach occurred.

Denmark: Tax cuts keep inflation below the euro area – Nordea

Nordea economist Jan Størup Nielsen notes that Danish inflation eased slightly in July, with headline consumer prices up 1.7% year-over-year and core inflation steady at 2.3%.

Bridgewater retires again; Lions pivot to Dobbs

Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater is stepping away from the Detroit Lions and is retiring from the NFL, coach Dan Campbell said Sunday.

USD/CAD Price Forecast: Bearish pressure builds below 1.4000

USD/CAD trades on the back foot on Monday even as the US Dollar (USD) regains some ground after weakening last week following softer-than-expected US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) data. Attention now turns to Wednesday’s US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report.

From ticket booking fees to shrinkflation, six other ways Burnham could cut cost of living

The prime minister is promising to crack down on ‘rip-off’ business practicesAndy Burnham has announced he will ban fake discounts and make it easier to cancel unwanted subscriptions in an effort to improve life for UK consumers.In the long run, these so-called “everyday fixes” may not make as much difference to your wealth as increasing mandatory contributi

Following Epic loss, Google has started hosting rival app stores in the Play Store

Aptoide has become the first app store distributed inside Google Play under a judge's order.

Villa in talks to sign Bayern's Palhinha

Aston Villa are in talks over a move for Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha.

Bitwise pitched a diversified 10-crypto fund, then lost $500 million as Bitcoin swallowed 78% of the portfolio

Market losses and net redemptions cut the fund to $532.8 million while Bitcoin’s portfolio share rose to 77.81%. The post Bitwise pitched a diversified 10-crypto fund, then lost $500 million as Bitcoin swallowed 78% of the portfolio appeared first on CryptoSlate.

The transgender controversy surrounding the WNBA

After the Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham said it was "common sense" to ban transgender women from women's sports, a row has emerged in the WNBA - with former NBA players saying eligibility rules mean they can enter the 2027 Draft.

Joby Talbot’s Path of Miracles / György Kurtág’s Kafka Fragments review – Bristol Proms reach for the heavenly

Tenebrae, Nigel Short / Anu Komsi and Sakari OramoSt George’s Bristol / Bristol BeaconSunday afternoon’s two concerts, closing the Proms’ Bristol weekend, brought the superlative Tenebrae, and Sakari Oramo swapping baton for bow to duet with his wifeRitual can be a choir in procession in a great cathedral or the simple act of putting down a violin bow. At th

‘I can’t watch it without sobbing’: your happiest TV endings

From poignant farewells to adorable cuddly toy monkeys, these are the televisual finales that turn Guardian readers into puddles of joyA missing monkey, a token tennis bracelet, and the end of the Korean war! These are the most uplifting and moving finales in TV history, according to Guardian readers.

Sila lands $1.4B Pentagon loan as militaries demand more batteries

Battery materials startup Sila will use a $1.4 billion loan from the U.S. Department of Defense to scale production at its factory in Washington state.

Rockets relying on others to avoid Eliminator after loss to Brave

Trent Rockets are relying on a favour from Manchester Super Giants after a six-match winning run was ended by Southern Brave at Trent Bridge to deny them direct progress to Sunday's final.

BitMine adds another 7,391 ETH as BMNR tests key resistance

BitMine added 7,391 ETH and repurchased three million shares last week, but BMNR stock fell as its recovery ran into resistance near $18.63. BitMine moves closer to its 5% Ethereum target BitMine Immersion Technologies acquired another 7,391 Ethereum (ETH) over…

Sciver-Brunt helps Trent Rockets Women into Hundred final

England all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt timed her introduction to perfection as 32 off 19 balls batting down the order secured Trent Rockets' progress to the final of The Hundred with a seventh successive victory.

Will summit encourage Scottish clubs to give youth a chance?

Finding a balance between the national interest and self-interest of clubs will be a challenge when it comes to how best to nurture Scottish talent, writes Tom English.

Could Miller receive world title shot? 'Big Baby' interests WBA champion

Jarrell Miller could receive a a WBA world heavyweight title fight against Murat Gassiev.

Taylor Farms recalls jalapeno products after salmonella outbreak

Food producer Taylor Farms is recalling sandwiches, sauces and dips across 26 US states after a salmonella outbreak.

Archer buys former rival Wisk Aero

The two companies were once embroiled in a trade secret theft lawsuit. Now, Wisk is being absorbed into Archer.

Bitdeer Q2 Bitcoin output surges 377% as self mining capacity expands

Bitdeer has increased its Bitcoin production nearly fivefold year over year to 2,694 BTC in the second quarter of 2026, while revenue rose 47% as the miner expanded its self-mining capacity. According to Bitdeer Technologies Group’s second-quarter report published Monday,…

One of China's workhorse rockets just exploded in flight

If the failure involved the YF-100 engine, there are broader concerns for China's space program.

OpenAI Says Its Next AI Model Astra May Be Too Dangerous, Pauses Development

OpenAI says its next major model may be dangerous enough to write its own cyberweapons, and it's pulling back until the safeguards catch up.

Grayscale quietly drops Cardano, Polkadot and Hedera ETF plans

The asset manager said it no longer intends to proceed with the offerings. None became effective, and no securities were issued or sold.

Are Manchester United returning to relevance under Michael Carrick? | Jonathan Wilson

In a mailbag edition of his newsletter, Jonathan Wilson answers questions about Michael Carrick, VAR and the Premier League’s new teamsSign up for our free newsletter hereManchester United finally seem to have something that resembles stability in the dressing room under Michael Carrick. I feel with quality signings in defence and midfield, they could mount

Dogs can tell if you're scared or sad

fMRI scans show happiness, fear, anger, and sadness have distinct brain activity patterns in doggy brains.

John Cameron Mitchell: ‘It’s punk to turn off your phone – you’re walking away from the herd’

The writer, director and star of Hedwig and the Angry Inch on turning down David Bowie, falling off a Broadway stage, and a cringeworthy moment with Nicole KidmanThe film adaptation of Hedwig and the Angry Inch has such a cult following. What’s been your most memorable interaction with a fan?It’s interesting, Hedwig wasn’t famous, it was a film that so many

Titclown: Daddy’s Little Girl review – a smart swipe at the mess made by men

Summerhall, EdinburghJessica Aszkenasy rages and wrestles with daddy issues in a show that combines feminist analysis with outrageous humour and tendernessAfter the 2025 debut of her breast-forward stage persona Titclown, Jessica Aszkenasy’s second grubbily smutty clowning show rolls around sardonically in daddy issues and the messy disappointment of men the

Sirens call: Super Netball heading for wrangle over name of new Sydney team

New owners SEN have lodged trademark application for ‘Sirens’But Sydney ice hockey team with 20-year history has same nameIt is David versus Goliath – meets Odysseus – in a looming legal stoush on the fringes of Australian sport. One one side, there is an amateur women’s ice hockey team, long-established if under-resourced.

‘People in Japan thought we made footy up’: Pro Jank Footy, the video game taking Australian rules to the world

Game developer David Ashby and Aunty Donna’s Broden Kelly talk about their chaotic and silly sport game – involving meat pies with legs and Ford Falcons on the ovalTry explaining Australian rules football to anyone outside Australia and “it sounds like you’re making it up”, says David Ashby, the multi-hyphenate comedic mind behind deeply silly spoofs such as

Nordqvist: Bring on the pairings 'puzzle' for Team Europe!

Team Europe is finalised!

Eurozone: Resilient data but growth risks weigh on Euro – Rabobank

Rabobank's Senior FX Strategist Jane Foley notes Eurozone Q2 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) data surprised to the upside, suggesting resilience despite higher energy prices and supply disruptions.

Australian Dollar stays flat ahead of RBA rate decision

The Australian Dollar (AUD) trades near the 0.7060 level against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday, giving back a little ground after six straight weeks of gains.

Should Liverpool fans be worried about Iraola's fitness comments?

Should Liverpool fans be worried about Andoni Iraola's comments concerning the squad's fitness?

Euro holds ground against US Dollar amid Fed uncertainty ahead of US CPI

EUR/USD treads water on Monday as the US Dollar (USD) steadies following its post-NFP weakness, while Oil prices rise amid uncertainty over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. At the time of writing, the pair trades around 1.1553, virtually unchanged on the day.

Thames Water gave finance boss a £1m signing-on fee

The seven-figure payment was given to Steve Buck as part of package to persuade him to join the troubled utility company.

2026 Subaru Outback review: Great interior, refined drive, divisive looks

The newest Outback sticks to the script; that's no bad thing if you like Outbacks.

Rush to find solar eclipse glasses as UK high street stocks run short

Some online shoppers may have left it too late to order – but you can view partial eclipse indirectly without specsA frantic rush is on across the UK to find the right kind of protective eyewear ahead of Wednesday’s partial solar eclipse.High street stores are running out of eclipse glasses and online shoppers who track down a pair are being told they may no

Australian Dollar jumps as Yen struggles with Japan’s fiscal woes

AUD/JPY rises 0.70% on Monday and trades around 112.25 at the time of writing. The pair benefits from broad weakness in the Japanese Yen (JPY), while the Australian Dollar (AUD) holds firm ahead of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) monetary policy decision on Tuesday.

Somali referee Omar Artan grateful for Super Cup chance after World Cup exclusion

Referee was refused entry to US in JuneWill take charge of PSG v Aston Villa on WednesdayThe Somali referee Omar Artan, who was refused entry to the US to officiate at the World Cup, has spoken publicly for the first time about the decision and detailed his pride as he prepares to take charge of the Super Cup match between Paris Saint‑Germain and Aston Villa

Federal Reserve: Sideways growth and sticky inflation – TD Securities

TD Securities’ US economists Oscar Munoz and Eli Nir expect US output growth to move sideways in 2026 as the lingering Oil shock and Iran-related risks keep the Federal Reserve on hold through year-end.

Thames Water’s £1m payout to finance chief is ‘unacceptable’, says government department

Utility firm’s payment criticised by Defra and campaign groups, with some urging Andy Burnham to nationalise itNils Pratley: Water companies circumventing bonus rules? What did ministers expect?Thames Water has paid its finance chief a £1m signing fee despite teetering on the brink of a government-handled administration – a decision the environment departmen

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

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

Bitcoin’s BIP-110 fork is back, but its backers want to replace the miners and change PoW

Bitcoin’s BIP-110 push failed to gain meaningful mining support over the weekend, leaving the proposal stranded on a minority chain that produced only two blocks before stalling at height 961,633. The soft fork was designed to temporarily restrict several forms of arbitrary data on Bitcoin and required 55% miner signaling during its deployment window.

Solana lending giant Jupiter now lets the same dollar earn twice

The new Lend v2 product turns deposits and borrowed assets into trading liquidity, tying higher returns to whether Jupiter’s router can send enough swap flow to the new vaults.

Evolve your marketing with new AI tools

Learn how new AI and agentic experiences across Google Ads and Google Analytics can simplify your marketing workflow.

A researcher bought noreply.net. Companies started sending him secrets.

Companies treat some email domains as digital trash cans, despite the risks.

Water outage forces Chessington theme park to close

Chessington says all tickets booked for Monday can be used on a future date.

Japanese Yen: Faces risk of return to 160 against US Dollar – ING

ING’s Francesco Pesole highlights that softer United States (US) data and a more dovish Fed outlook should, in theory, benefit the Japanese Yen (JPY) given its high rate sensitivity.

Does spending money make you feel bad? Read this comic

If spending — or not spending — money makes you feel shame or regret, you might be grappling with financial guilt. Financial planner Lauryn Williams breaks down three types and how to deal.

A data breach at shipping giant Ceva Logistics is rippling across banks, retailers, Steam gamers, and beyond

Companies that rely on Ceva Logistics for shipping their physical goods to customers say their personal data was taken during a recent cyberattack.

Signed up for Klaviyo? Dozens of advertisers may have seen your password

A bug in the tech giant's website the logo of US marketing automation company Klaviyo Inc. is seen displayed on a smartphone in front of an abstract background on a computer screen..

Sam Neill on making Hunt for the Wilderpeople: ‘We were attacked by a puppet pig!’

Speaking just before his death, the actor recalled his hostile hunting dog Zag, director Taika Waititi’s comedy genius – and the wild boar scene that left children traumatised• Warning: contains spoilersTaika Waititi’s film Boy is one of my favourites ever, so when I got the Wilderpeople script I was already well disposed to it. Hec is sort of a New Zealand

Tom Lee's Bitmine Buys $14M in Ethereum as Cash Falls to $104M

Bitmine has reported 4.8% of the supply for five straight weeks, leaving its 'Alchemy of 5%' target roughly 230,000 tokens away.

US Dollar: Positioning-driven softness ahead of CPI – BNY

BNY’s Wee Khoon Chong notes that the US Dollar (USD) has been the weakest G10 currency on iFlow metrics as markets scale back expectations for a September Fed hike.

Ofcom investigates GB News over guest’s pride and paedophilia remarks

Regulator acts after 12,000 complaints over comments by Caroline Farrow linking parades with bestiality and paedophiliaGB News is being investigated by the UK’s media regulator after a guest appeared to link pride parades with bestiality and paedophilia.The remarks are thought to have set a new record for individual complaints about a GB News programme, with

US July employment trends 107.71 vs 106.74 prior

Prior was 106.69 (revised to 106.74)Notably, this index flagged some weakness last month and that proved to be prescient (or lucky) as the weakness showed up in Friday's non-farm payrolls report."The ETI rebounded in July after declining in May and June, suggesting continued resilience in the labor market, despite the 'low-hire, low-fire' backdrop," said Con

‘It’s very challenging’: how the Duke of Westminster’s farm is taking on the climate crisis

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SpaceX plan for vast rocket launch site on Louisiana coast sparks backlash

Opponents fear Elon Musk firm’s plan to develop 18-mile strip of Pecan Island will badly damage fragile ecosystemPlans by Elon Musk’s SpaceX to build a vast rocket launch site on a stretch of Louisiana’s rapidly eroding coastline have stirred a backlash among some local opponents who fear it will badly damage the area’s fragile ecosystem.A deal for SpaceX to

Rangers meeting Q&A: McInnes-Klopp compared, club failure admission & new signings update

Rangers chairman Andrew Cavanagh believes the Ibrox side have become used to finishing second or worse over the last 15 years, and admits that failure had begun to "seep through" every corner of the club.

Scotland, Netherlands criticise Cricket World Cup format changes

Scotland and the Netherlands have criticised the restructuring of next year's 50-over World Cup, saying the changes "risk weakening the integrity and credibility of international cricket".

Euro: Softer CPI may unlock 1.1600 against US Dollar – ING

ING’s Francesco Pesole notes that with key Eurozone data behind and European Central Bank (ECB) communication subdued, EUR/USD is now driven mainly by the United States (US) side.

Bitmine’s ETH buying slows as Tom Lee's firm shifts capital to share buybacks

Chairman Tom Lee said easing financial conditions could support crypto, even as the CLARITY Act failed to reach a Senate vote before the August recess.

British Pound rises against Japanese Yen as intervention impact fades

GBP/JPY edges higher on Monday as the Japanese Yen (JPY) underperforms across the G10 currency space, with structural headwinds limiting the impact of recent intervention. At the time of writing, the cross trades around 214.70, up 0.85% on the day.

Liverpool owners close to £1.35bn sale of 30% stake to consortium including Jeff Bezos

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A's Wilson sets record with 111th errorless game

Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson, 24, set an MLB record for his position Sunday at Fenway Park, playing his 111th consecutive errorless game, passing former Baltimore Orioles infielder Mike Bordick, who had a 110-game stretch in 2002.

Hungarian Forint: Recovery against Euro may resume – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Tatha Ghose notes that the Hungarian Forint (HUF) has only partially retraced its post-election gains and is expected to recover if global risk conditions stabilise, with EUR/HUF seen returning towards 350–355 in coming months.

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Gold: CTA selling limits upside below $4,400 - TD Securities

TD Securities’ commodity strategists report that Gold is holding gains after weaker US jobs data reduced perceived Fed hike risks, but CTAs (Commodity Trading Advisors) are unwinding length.

Traders holding $39.5 million in BitMEX Bitcoin perps have 16 days to exit before forced closures begin

New positions stop Aug. 26, while contracts left open face a wind-down that ends in forced closure Sept.

Russian Athletics files new claim against sanctions

The Russian Athletics Ferderation files a new claim with the Court of Arbitration for Sport to challenge the sanctions imposed by World Athletics.

WTI Oil jumps over 3% as Iran sets conditions for Strait of Hormuz reopening

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) US Oil rises 3.20% on Monday and trades around $78.80 at the time of writing. Oil prices retain strong daily gains, supported by uncertainty surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and persistent tensions in the Middle East.

How the fates of all 30 MLB teams have changed since the trade deadline

Here's how each club's playoff hopes have risen or fallen, plus how complete every MLB roster is today.

Man City latest: Rodri to Barcelona talks currently inactive

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Man City latest: Rodri to Barcelona talks currently inactive”.

Solana price breaks 5-week downtrend, is $83 next?

Solana price rallied nearly 7% from its Aug. 7 low, breaking a five-week descending channel as proposed supply changes and institutional adoption renewed demand for SOL.

Has Arsenal's indifferent pre-season revealed a surprise weakness?

Arsenal have been conceding goals at an alarming rate in pre-season. Seven across three games.

Australian Dollar: Uptrend targets 0.7120 against US Dollar – Societe Generale

Societe Generale’s Kenneth Broux notes AUD/USD has defended its 200-DMA and established a pattern of higher highs and higher lows, signalling a short-term uptrend.

Inside the Italian prison where inmates find freedom through theatre

At Italy’s Volterra prison, inmates work alongside professional theatre-makers as part of the long-running Compagnia della Fortezza project.

Solana gets its first Strategy STRC product through Solstice Finance

The Solana vault splits income from Strategy’s preferred stock into a lower-risk senior token and a higher-risk junior token.

Koivun, with just 6 starts, books final playoff spot

Jackson Koivun, who left Auburn in June and won the 3M Open in only his third start, narrowly hung on to the 70th spot and goes from college to the postseason in only two months.

Nelson, second-winningest NBA coach, dies at 86

Don Nelson, the second-winningest coach in NBA history and a five-time champion as a player, died at the age of 86 on Sunday.

Oil prices rise as Iran tempers optimism around strait of Hormuz reopening - business live

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Japanese Yen: Rate spread outlook favors JPY against US Dollar – BBH

Brown Brothers Harriman’s (BBH) Elias Haddad notes that JPY is underperforming as firmer Oil prices support USD/JPY, while the Bank of Japan's (BoJ) latest meeting minutes did little to shift rate expectations.

Consortium advances talks for stake in Liverpool

A group including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos advances its talks to buy about a 30% stake in Liverpool, BBC Sport has been told.

This Is Ballroom review – pulsating documentary tells story of Brazilian ballroom

Paris is Burning gets a South American update in a film that shows the Brazilian scene as a space of solidarity and tensionOriginating among the Black, Latin and trans communities in 1960s New York, queer ballroom culture has not only entered the mainstream but also travelled well outside the United States. In recent years, a movement has flourished in the B

Copper: Weak China imports contrast with bullish positioning - ING

ING strategists Ewa Manthey and Warren Patterson highlight that China’s latest trade data show continued weakness in copper imports, with unwrought volumes down 11.5% year-on-year and concentrate flows also softer.

Bitdeer increased Bitcoin mining output by nearly fivefold in Q2

Bitdeer mined 2,694 BTC in Q2, but ended the quarter holding just 150 BTC after liquidating its treasury earlier this year.

John Lewis managing director Peter Ruis quits job after less than three years

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'Dubois has ingredients to replace Taylor as face of boxing'

Caroline Dubois "has the ingredients" to succeed Katie Taylor as one of the biggest stars in boxing, according to Most Valuable Promotions partner Nakisa Bidarian.

Crystal Palace latest: Everton keen on Munoz

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Serving the most critical missions: Cloudflare for Government achieves FedRAMP Class D (High) Certified status

Cloudflare for Government achieves FedRAMP Class D (High) Certified status. We also announce our commitment to pursue DoD IL4 authorization.

Sliding doors - when Mourinho said yes, then no, to Man Utd

The inside story of Manchester United's attempt to get Jose Mourinho to replace Sir Alex Ferguson, why he said 'no' and the impact of that decision.

US Dollar: Higher hurdle for sustained gains – MUFG

MUFG’s Derek Halpenny notes that weaker US jobs data have not triggered a strong reaction in Dollar or rates, as markets await key Consumer Price Index (CPI) releases and another Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) before the September Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC).

UEFA, AFC, CONCACAF target embattled Infantino in damning open letter

The open letter criticised Infantino’s judgment and called on FIFA to apologise for poor leadership rather than miscommunication amid its failed attempt to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors.

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Rabıobank's Senior FX Strategist Jane Foley discusses recent EUR/USD strength, noting it was mainly driven by a softer Dollar after weak United States (US) labour data reduced Federal Reserve (Fed) rate hike expectations.

Bakkt promised a $44 trillion payment revolution, but its key acquisition made just €5,315

The 2025 statements recorded €5,315 in other income and €373,857 in cash before the April acquisition. The post Bakkt promised a $44 trillion payment revolution, but its key acquisition made just €5,315 appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Palace close to signing Khalaili from Union SG

Crystal Palace poised to sign 21-year-old midfielder Anan Khalaili from Belgian side Union Saint-Gilloise.

Carabao Cup second-round draw LIVE! Chelsea, Spurs, Newcastle discover opponents

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Carabao Cup second-round draw LIVE! Chelsea, Spurs, Newcastle discover opponents”.

Crew of Zuckerberg yacht did not hear radio call to assist boat, Meta says

Small skiff ran out of fuel off Alaska and was helped by cruise ship even though Meta CEO’s vessel was closerZuckerberg faces questions over why superyacht reportedly declined to help stranded boatThe crew of a yacht owned by Mark Zuckerberg did not hear a radio call for a maritime assist from a small skiff that ran out of fuel off the coast of Alaska, and b

Australian Dollar: RBA policy pause maintained – TD Securities

TD Securities strategists expect the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to leave the cash rate unchanged at 4.35%, noting that policy is already restrictive and that Australian activity, particularly housing, is slowing in response to earlier hikes.

Strategy turns 1,690 BTC into $108.6M STRC buyback

Strategy sold 1,690 Bitcoin to repurchase STRC shares as its US dollar reserve rose to $4.65 billion and its Bitcoin holdings fell to 840,447 BTC.

Morning Minute: Bitcoin ETFs See Biggest Inflows Since May

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Brazilian footballer falls down hole celebrating goal that was then disallowed

Coritiba’s Jacy Maranhão jumped into a tunnelGoal was ruled out by video assistant refereeA Brazilian’s goal celebration went badly wrong when he jumped over advertising boards after scoring, only to fall down a hole in the ground. Jacy Maranhão, a defender for Coritiba, escaped without serious injury, though his spectacular moment proved in vain.A video ass

Japanese Yen: BoJ tightening risks support JPY – BNY

BNY’s Wee Khoon Chong highlights that long-end JGB yields are rising on inflation and fiscal concerns, with markets pricing a roughly 50% chance of a 25bp BoJ hike in September and a full hike by year-end.

The Jason Arday controversy: Explaining the University of Cambridge scandal rocking British academia

A high-profile plagiarism row has led to one of the biggest academic scandals in the UK's history. It centers on Professor Jason Arday, the new poster boy in an ongoing culture war centered around "wokeness" and DEI.

BNB price breaks $600, can bulls trigger a rally to $635?

BNB price traded near $605 on Aug. 10 after reclaiming the psychological $600 level, with improving momentum and nearby liquidation clusters raising the prospect of another short squeeze.

XRP price faces pressure as ETF inflows slow, while UE Crypto cloud mining emerges with daily earnings potential exceeding $7,000

XRP struggles amid weaker ETF inflows, while UE Crypto expands access to cloud mining with free services and mobile management for major crypto assets. Recent data shows that the upward momentum of spot XRP ETFs continues to weaken, while XRP…

Cathy review – snappy comedy with a perfect role for Elaine C Smith

Traverse theatre, EdinburghWriter-director Eilidh Loan takes inspiration from her grandmother for this portrait of grief and religionEilidh Loan marked her arrival as a playwright with Moorcroft, a tremendous male-centred comedy inspired by her father’s amateur football team. Now she has moved up a generation to write a female-centred family comedy inspired

European Athletics Championships: Key events, timetable & BBC coverage

Timetable and BBC coverage times for the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham from 10-16 August.

Celebrating lightkeepers, satellites & space solarized orbital data centers

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Strategy Sells $109M in Bitcoin as Dollar Reserve Tops $4.6B

All of the proceeds went into a $109 million STRC buyback, while the company sold six times as much again in its own stock.

Oil: Strait risk and cautious positioning – ING

ING analysts Ewa Manthey and Warren Patterson note that Oil prices remain supported by uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz as US-Iran negotiations continue.

Silver tests $65: Why are buyers struggling to extend the rally?

Silver (XAG/USD) struggles to extend its gains on Monday following last week’s strong breakout as traders assess the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) interest rate outlook amid risks on both sides of its dual mandate.

Bitcoin ETFs Draw $854M Over Five Days as Rate-Hike Bets Fade

Daily totals shrank as the week wore on, and analysts are split on whether the return of institutional money marks a genuine turn.

Neumann back in Wales' extended WXV training squad

Wing Lisa Neumann returns from injury as head coach Sean Lynn names 14 uncapped players in a 46-strong squad preparing for four autumn Tests.

Scotland and Dutch boards criticise ICC for World Cup changes

The cricket boards of Scotland and the Netherlands criticise the International Cricket Council for structural changes made to men's 50-over World Cup.

Revolut wins French banking licence, creates second EU banking hub

Revolut has secured a full banking licence in France, creating its second banking entity in the European Union as the fintech prepares to move more than 30 million Western European customers onto a Paris-based operation. The European Central Bank’s Governing…

Strategy sells 1,690 bitcoin, raises $653 million from MSTR shares

The company increased its USD reserve to $4.65 billion while reducing its bitcoin holdings to 840,447 BTC

Norwegian Krone: Rate hike odds slashed after soft inflation – BBH

Brown Brothers Harriman’s (BBH) Elias Haddad notes that Norwegian Krone (NOK) is trading mixed as firmer Oil offsets the drag from reduced Norges Bank tightening expectations.

Rangers chairman expects up to five more signings

Rangers chairman Andrew Cavanagh is frustrated with the start to the season but expects three to five more signings before the transfer window closes.

Canadian Dollar steadies, caught between risk aversion, rebounding Oil prices

USD/CAD trades around 1.3940 on Monday at the time of writing, virtually unchanged on the day after falling sharply on Friday.

What happens when medical students rely on AI – and never develop their own judgment? | Simar Bajaj and Joseph Sakran

AI’s danger isn’t just in experts losing the ability to reason. It’s that trainees may never learn how to do so in the first placeIn healthcare, there’s growing concern over doctors becoming less clinically adept as they increasingly rely on AI tools.

‘For this record, I took an edible and said, screw it’: jazz pianist Sullivan Fortner on confronting the trauma of Hurricane Katrina

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Discovered Materials is playing AI whack-a-mole to hunt cooler chips

Discovered Materials raised $9 million to fund the hunt for more novel materials to build more efficient chips.

Google Play adds Venmo as a payment option

The ability to add Venmo to Google Play comes as people are spending more money on apps and games.

Venmo is giving you a new way to pay on Google Play.

Venmo is now available as a payment option on Google Play, giving you more flexibility at checkout.

FTC Stops Sprawling Credit Repair Scheme that Scammed Consumers Out of Nearly $200 Million

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US Dollar: Fed pricing shifts with softer data – Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank strategists note that Friday’s mixed United States (US) Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report led to a notable repricing of September Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) odds, with futures-implied probability of a hike falling to 44%.

investingLive European session wrap: Yen drops, markets tentative to start the week

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Australian Dollar approaches two-month highs at 0.7088 with RBA decision on tap

The Australian Dollar (AUD) holds gains, in the mid-range of the 0.7000s against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday, with two-month highs of 0.7088 at hand. The Aussie is capitalising on the US Dollar’s weakness, as hopes of Federal Reserve (Fed) rate hikes wane.

EUR/USD Price Forecast: On verge of downward-trendline breakout

The Euro (EUR) trades slightly lower at around 1.1550 against the US Dollar (USD) during the European trading session on Monday.

Millions in Great Britain could face emergency power cuts at short notice

Exclusive: Grid operator Neso can now respond with rolling blackouts as last resort without need for government powersMillions of households could face power cuts at short notice under new rules to help the electricity system operator avoid widespread blackouts when energy supplies run low.The changes, which come into effect this week, will make it easier fo

Federal Reserve: September hike odds reassessed – Rabobank

Rabobank’s Bas van Geffen comments that weaker United States (US) Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) and a drop in labour supply have reduced urgency for another Federal Reserve (Fed) rate hike, though policy remains data‑dependent.

US sanctions exposed a $6.3 billion crypto pipeline linking Iran and Russia

U.S. persons must block and report covered property while foreign institutions risk sanctions for significant continued dealings.

Crypto exchange Coinsbuy loses $8 million in coordinated two-blockchain attack

Onchain forensics tie a single actor to an $8 million coordinated drain across TRON and Ethereum, with most funds routed through FixedFloat and the attack vector still unknown.

Tokenized RWA surge to $4T may push LINK to $200 by end-2030: Standard Chartered

The LINK token may see a 25-fold increase to $200 by the end of 2030, as the growing real world asset market increases demand for the industry’s largest oracle services provider, according to Standard Chartered.

UK’s FCA to regulate tokenized gold to preserve London’s place as the top hub for bullion

The FCA said it will 'have more to say on' their approach to tokenization, as it draws up rules to put assets on the blockchain.

Lynx's McBride drops 43, sets WNBA 3-point mark

Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride set the WNBA single-game record by making 10 3-pointers Sunday in a 103-90 victory over the Dallas Wings.

Copper: Tariff-driven arbitrage reshapes COMEX-LME spread – Societe Generale

Societe Generale analysts Michael Haigh and Jeremy Sellem argue that Copper has shifted into a policy-driven trade as Section 232 tariffs reshape the COMEX-LME arbitrage.

Chelsea get Luton as Spurs to host Charlton in Carabao Cup

Chelsea will host Jack Wilshere's Luton Town in the Carabao Cup second round, while Tottenham Hotspur host Charlton Athletic in a London derby.

Crystal Palace and Everton agree Brennan Johnson-Dwight McNeil swap deal

Palace take financial hit on £35m signing from JanuaryMcNeil gets Selhurst move six months after aborted saleCrystal Palace and Everton have agreed a straight swap for Brennan Johnson and Dwight McNeil – six months after McNeil’s partner accused Palace of “messing with the winger’s mental health” after pulling out of a deal.McNeil and Johnson, who became Pal

Bitcoin's BIP-110 episode is free-market capitalism in purest form

Your day-ahead look for Aug. 10, 2026

Ethereum price holds $1,900, can ETH reach $2,000?

Ethereum price consolidated near $1,917 on Aug. 10 as buyers defended the $1,900 area, but weakening short-term momentum and dense liquidity near $1,950 kept ETH inside a narrow range.

Gold holds firm as Fed rate outlook, Middle East developments remain in focus

Gold (XAU/USD) struggles to extend gains on Monday as buyers take a breather following last week’s sharp rally, with the broader market theme still centred on the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) interest-rate outlook and developments in the Middle East.

Japanese Yen underperforms on surprising current account deficit

The Japanese Yen (JPY) is down against its major currency peers on Monday, trading 0.6% lower at around 158.80 against the US Dollar (USD) at the time of writing during the European trading session.

Gold: Central bank demand underpins rally – ING

ING’s Ewa Manthey and Warren Patterson report that Gold extended its rally as the People’s Bank of China (PBoC) added 640koz to reserves, marking 21 consecutive months of accumulation. Spot Gold moved above $4,320/oz, supported by ongoing central bank buying and stronger Chinese ETF demand.

Markets flip for Fed rate-hike pause into CPI: Five things to know in Bitcoin this week

Bitcoin spiked to a new August high into Sunday’s weekly close as market participants turned their attention to the next US inflation reports.

Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD remains bullish, pushing against $4,380 resistance

Gold (XAU/USD) holds moderate gains at the mid-range of the $4,300s on Monday, consolidating gains after a nearly 7.5% rally last week.

Championship all-stars to global gamble - will Ipswich's approach work?

As Ipswich prepare for their return to the Premier League, BBC Sport look at how they are approaching the transfer market differently.

Overmono review – irresistible dance duo swap club intimacy for well-earned spectacle

Old Royal Naval College, LondonPlaying their biggest headlining gig to date, the Russell brothers are in a bouncy mood, though their grandstanding rave melodies lose some punch in an outdoor environmentIn the age of shortform video supremacy, there has been a great deal of angst about the authentic club music experience being rendered a vapid spectacle. Stop

US Dollar: Softer labor data supports downside – BNY

BNY’s Geoff Yu and David Tam note that weaker United States (US) labor data have lowered real-rate expectations and extended the Dollar decline, creating a more supportive environment for risk assets and duration.

Experts agree: The US Dollar rally migh have come to an end

The US Dollar Index (DXY) consolidates losses, trading below 100.00 at the time of writing on Monday, holding near its lowest levels since mid-June.

Tour de France Femmes steps out of Pogacar’s shadow to showcase truly compelling racing | Jeremy Whittle

Overall winner was uncertain until final climb – a world away from Slovenian’s dominance of men’s eventDemi Vollering’s second overall win in the Tour de France Femmes in Nice on Sunday was achieved after a heated dispute with Kasia Niewiadoma, but by the time the sun was setting on the Promenade des Anglais, the sisterhood that has always characterised this

Manchester City closing in on £85m Bouaddi to soften blow of Rodri’s expected exit

Morocco international midfielder has agreed terms Barça to return with improved bid for RodriManchester City are closing in on signing Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille, with the midfielder’s expected arrival clearing the path for Rodri to join Barcelona. The 18-year-old has agreed personal terms with City, but the club are still finalising the deal with Lille who v

Peer review is overwhelmed—can it survive in the AI era?

As research and AI-assisted papers surge, volunteer reviewers struggle to keep up.

Lesbians, latex and $2,000 condoms: why are this summer’s movies so obsessed with sex?

From One Night Only to The Invite, a wave of new movies are a raunchy antidote to gen Z celibacyThe first alarm bells sounded nearly 10 years ago, and since then, a deluge of books, podcasts and roundtables has tried to get at the bottom of the problem: why is gen Z not having sex?Recently it’s as though culture has been recalibrated to make up for the youth

Premier League 2026-27 preview No 2: Aston Villa

Unai Emery’s task seems to get harder each year, and the Europa League winners need their big signings to shineGuardian writers’ predicted position: 7th (NB: this is not necessarily Ben Fisher’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips)Last season’s position: 4th Continue reading...

Sinking ships, dark humour and really good bad guys: Beryl Bainbridge – ranked!

From the last days of the Titanic to desperate romantics, we rate the work of a British master of black comedyBainbridge’s novel of the last days on RMS Titanic was acclaimed and popular (“They probably thought it was the book of the film,” she said), and the scenes of the sinking are brilliantly delivered. “There is about me an element of showmanship,” says

Van Dijk looks forward to more quality arriving at Liverpool before new season

Barcelona’s Ronald Araújo set to arrive on loan at AnfieldCaptain made first pre-season appearance in Monaco lossVirgil van Dijk is ready to welcome Ronald Araújo as his new centre-back partner at Liverpool with the deal to sign the Barcelona defender almost complete.Van Dijk played almost an hour, his first pre-season appearance, as Liverpool were beaten 3-

Who's public enemy No. 1? The biggest villain of every Power 4 college football team

Every fanbase has someone it absolutely loves to hate. Here's our list and the stories behind the fury.

College football's most hated villains of all time

No one fuels fans' ire more than Lane Kiffin these days, but is he the best pot-stirrer of all time?

Nobbs says promotion would be 'job done' in career

Jordan Nobbs says helping Newcastle United gain promotion to the Women's Super League for the first time would be "job done" in her career.

Why Munoz is a symbol of change for Iraola's new Liverpool

Andoni Iraola could not have been clearer about how he plans to change Liverpool when speaking in his opening press conference. "We have to be a team that works hard, intense and aggressive.” That shift in approach is embodied by Victor Munoz.

Standard Chartered sees Chainlink price rising 25x by 2030

Standard Chartered has initiated coverage of Chainlink with a $200 LINK price target for the end of 2030, a roughly 25-fold increase from its current price near $8, as the bank expects tokenization and decentralized finance activity to drive higher…

Bitcoin steadies above $65,000 as Iran-Oman deal talk eases Hormuz concerns, lifts risk assets

BTC rose to $65,209 and Nasdaq 100 index futures gained 0.45% on reports that Iran may strike a deal with Oman to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Stella issues rivals warning over McLaren 'momentum' in title battles

McLaren boss Andrea Stella has issued a warning to his team's rivals for the remainder of the 2026 season as he expressed confidence in the Woking squad's ability to maintain momentum once it has been gained.

Roleplay review – Fleabag producer scores again with one woman’s life as a ‘slutfluencer’

Summerhall, EdinburghHannah Reilly is a bold and deft performer in a knotty solo show that questions whether sexual empowerment can survive its commodificationIt is hard to ignore the buzz around Roleplay, which is star-producer Francesca Moody’s latest fringe find (previous wins: Baby Reindeer and Fleabag) and has queues around the corner. An erotic dance i

Investors are about to drain a $217 million trust fund while voting to keep its Bitcoin SPAC alive

SilverBox can win four more months, but redemptions may drain the trust needed to close. The post Investors are about to drain a $217 million trust fund while voting to keep its Bitcoin SPAC alive appeared first on CryptoSlate.

'I've cried non-stop' - Ditcheva breaks both hands again

Dakota Ditcheva says she broke both of her hands during the win over Denise Kielholtz - months after recovering from similar injuries.

British Pound tests 1.3500 as US Dollar struggles to shake off NFP shock

GBP/USD trades around 1.3495 on Monday at the time of writing, up a modest 0.04% on the day. However, the pair struggles to hold firmly above the psychological 1.3500 level after benefiting on Friday from a decline in the US Dollar (USD) triggered by disappointing United States (US) employment data.

MARA sold $1.63B in Bitcoin as treasury holdings fell in 2026

MARA Holdings has sold about 23,093 Bitcoin for roughly $1.63 billion during the first half of 2026, turning a large part of its BTC treasury into cash as it funded operations, investments and liquidity needs. According to MARA’s Aug.

Standard Chartered Sees $4T Tokenization Driving Chainlink to $200 by 2030

The bank has now set 2030 targets for Uniswap, Aave, Morpho and Chainlink, all resting on one 37x forecast for DeFi growth.

H100 becomes Europe’s No. 2 Bitcoin treasury after 2,455 BTC deal

Sweden’s H100 more than tripled its Bitcoin holdings to 3,506 BTC after completing an acquisition involving 2,455 BTC.

Amazon founder Bezos nears deal to buy stake in Liverpool

Sky News understands a consortium including the Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is closing in on a deal to buy a roughly one-third stake in Liverpool.

Bitcoin volatility is in meltdown, but downside protection still commands a premium

Bitcoin’s BVIV volatility index hit the lowest level since 2025 as option demand collapsed. Still, overwriting surged and downside protection stayed pricey.

Peter Brandt warns Bitcoin could revisit $58K

Peter Brandt leans bearish on Bitcoin again, pointing to a completed head and shoulders breakdown and a possible retest near $58,000.

Norwegian Krone: Policy hold guidance in focus – Nomura

Nomura’s Josie Anderson, George Buckley and Andrzej Szczepaniak expect Norges Bank to keep its policy rate at 4.25% at the August meeting, citing softer underlying inflation and benign domestic data.

Uefa, Concacaf and AFC push for Infantino to quit and discuss rival competitions

Confederations write open letter damning Fifa presidentConcacaf president Montagliani seen as top contenderUefa, the Asian Football Confederation and Concacaf will push for Gianni Infantino to resign after writing an open letter calling for “leadership that serves football, not seeks to command it”.In a dramatic escalation of the war that has threatened to t

UK Palestinian comic Sami Abu Wardeh: ‘I committed the cardinal sin of comedy’

Performer on his Edinburgh show and how a growing wave of Palestinians are using comedy to tell their storiesThe war in Gaza is a topic many avoid discussing, let alone joke about. But for Palestinian comedians, humour has become an essential tool for keeping life going while loved ones live under occupation and bombardment.“A lot of Palestinian solidarity e

RL Stine’s Pumpkinhead review – horror from Goosebumps writer has kid confined inside large fruit

Based on a short story by the Goosebumps author, this derivative but tautly plotted tale over-relies on Scooby-Doo-style sleuthery, and its truly unsettling turn comes too lateAdapted from a 1999 short story by Goosebumps’ RL Stine, this kid-proofed piece of midwestern folk horror borrows merrily from The Wicker Man, Stephen King and Tim Burton. Rattling tho

Rangers frustrations, Celtic's Hogh silences critics, Hearts win under Vrancken

Rangers manager Derek McInnes is still waiting for his first win, but both Celtic striker Kasper Hogh and Hearts boss Wouter Vrancken answered some of their critics.

Ban on 'subscription traps' brought forward by three months

The prime minister is embarking on a UK tour with a series of announcements aimed at easing living costs.

North Korean hackers use local AI to automate attacks on crypto firms

North Korea-linked hacking group Kimsuky has built three local AI environments as part of preparations for cyberattacks targeting cryptocurrency and financial companies, according to new cybersecurity research. Genians, a South Korean cybersecurity firm, said in a report released Monday that…

CEE FX: Data-heavy week under global pressure – ING

ING’s Frantisek Taborsky highlights a busy Central and Eastern Europe calendar with Czech inflation, Turkey’s inflation report and key Polish data, including GDP and core inflation.

Arsenal step up push for defensive cover with Timber and Saliba sidelined

Gunners expected to return with fresh bid for KonsaArteta says existing players need to step up for nowArsenal are stepping up their efforts to sign defensive cover for William Saliba after Mikel Arteta revealed that Jurriën Timber is still “weeks away” from returning to competitive action.Saliba is set to be sidelined for an extended period after breaking d

Harvey Nichols warns it could collapse without rescue deal, as bidders circle

Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group is frontrunner to buy Knightsbridge-headquartered department store chainCan Harvey Nichols find its way back to being Ab Fab again?Harvey Nichols has warned that it will not be able to survive another year without new investment, as bidders for the Knightsbridge-headquartered department store chain circle.The retailer’s Hong Kong-

Euro: Fed repricing supports gains against US Dollar – Societe Generale

Societe Generale strategists highlight that EUR/USD has squeezed above key resistance as Dollar weakness follows softer United States (US) employment data and reduced odds of a September Fed hike. The pair is seen slightly expensive versus nat gas but near fair value on 2-year spreads.

Ethereum investment news: Holders earn $7,000 in ETH monthly through ASDeFi

ETH investors are increasingly exploring alternatives to holding as market volatility persists, with ASDeFi highlighting cloud mining and automated asset management. As of August 2026, Ethereum remains a key component of the global cryptocurrency market.

Australian Dollar: Hawkish RBA hold supports carry – BBH

Brown Brothers Harriman’s Elias Haddad notes that the Australian Dollar (AUD) remains one of the most attractive G10 currencies thanks to favorable carry and a hawkish Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA).

Hearts thump Dundee United for Vrancken's first win

Hearts fire four past Dundee United in the Scottish Premiership as head coach Wouter Vrancken earns his first victory at the fifth attempt.

Silver price today: Silver rises, according to FXStreet data

Silver prices (XAG/USD) rose on Monday, according to FXStreet data. Silver trades at $64.24 per troy ounce, up 1.08% from the $63.55 it cost on Friday.

Crypto holders face an August 23 deadline to figure out who controls HTX or risk violating EU sanctions

The law names “HTX (HUOBI GLOBAL SA),” while HTX previously said in a UK case that the company is separate from its online platform. The post Crypto holders face an August 23 deadline to figure out who controls HTX or risk violating EU sanctions appeared first on CryptoSlate.

How will Bruno Guimarães fit in Arsenal's midfield?

Arsenal have spent £75 million to sign 28-year-old Bruno Guimarães from Newcastle United, but how will he fit in an already stacked midfield?

A light touch-up: Madrid's Prado Museum digitally reimagines solar eclipse masterpieces

The Prado Museum in Madrid has unveiled "El Prado in the Light of the Eclipse", an audiovisual work using AI and digital art to show how an eclipse reshapes iconic paintings in its collection.

Ripple mints $10M RLUSD as XRP whales add 380M

Ripple minted 10 million RLUSD on XRPL as Santiment data showed whales adding 380 million XRP, while the token remained near $1.

Hibs stun Rangers with dramatic late winner

Callum Wright's dramatic late goal gives Hibernian victory at Ibrox and keeps Derek McInnes waiting for his first win as Rangers manager.

Sunderland latest: Wrexham agree £8m deal to sign Black Cats 'keeper

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Sunderland latest: Wrexham agree £8m deal to sign Black Cats 'keeper”.

Canadian Dollar: Recovery against US Dollar faces tariff risks – Commerzbank

Michael Pfister at Commerzbank highlights a strong Canadian labour market and improving Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) and exports as signs of real-economy recovery, but warns this is fragile due to threatened US tariffs.

Villa interested in Endrick loan - Monday's gossip

Aston Villa interested in Endrick loan, Harry Kane expected to extend Bayern Munich deal and Arsenal make Bradley Barcola contact, plus more.

Hogh hat-trick fires Celtic to win at Kilmarnock

Watch Sportscene highlights as Kasper Hogh's hat-trick fires Celtic to an emphatic Scottish Premiership victory at Kilmarnock.

Brent: Iran talks keep risk premium in focus – Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank strategists highlight that negotiations between Iran and Oman over a new shipping framework through the Strait of Hormuz remain finely balanced, with Tehran linking any lasting arrangement to broader demands on the US.

A rare CME shift: Hedge funds abandon structural shorts to bet on a bitcoin rally

CME leveraged funds turn net long as weak futures yields undermine the once-popular basis trade.

New Zealand Dollar stalls below 0.5900 as US Dollar regains safe-haven appeal

NZD/USD trades around 0.5895 on Monday at the time of writing, virtually unchanged on the day.

Romanian Leu: Rating relief but NBR stays cautious – ING

ING’s Frantisek Taborsky says Romania’s unchanged Baa3 rating at Moody’s and prior Fitch decision should ease pressure after recent ROMGBs underperformance.

Bybit Sues North Korea Over $1.5B Hack, Wins Order Freezing Assets

The exchange says it has recovered $48.4 million and frozen $30.5 million more, a fraction of what the Lazarus Group took in February 2025.

H100 acquires 2,455 Bitcoin, holdings rise to 3,506

H100 completed its NSD acquisition, adding 2,455.37 BTC and lifting holdings to 3,506.4 BTC through a share based deal with no cash.

Euro advances against Canadian Dollar as Eurozone Investor Confidence rises in August

EUR/CAD inches higher after three days of losses, trading around 1.6120 during the European hours on Monday. The currency cross is holding its ground, driven primarily by a resilient Euro (EUR) following positive Eurozone economic sentiment.

Euro holds gains near seven-week highs as economic sentiment improves

The Euro (EUR) ticks higher against a softer US Dollar (USD) on Monday, with the EUR/USD pair trading at the 1.1560 area at the time of writing, consolidating gains a few pips below seven-week highs at 1.1773.

‘I am left grinning’: why The Dish is my feelgood movie

The latest in our series of writers picking their most loved comfort films is a 2000 Australian gem featuring the late Sam NeillAfter the shock of Sam Neill’s death, I was surprised just how hard the news hit me. I don’t usually take a celebrity death so deeply to heart and yet here I was struggling to stem the weeping.

Convince an AI it’s not alive in psychological horror game Prove You’re Human

Sunset Visitor studio’s founder tells us about their new, unnerving Captcha-filled world which prompts players to ask what it means to have a ‘meat body’Sunset Visitor is a studio that has long engaged with the idea that video games are an effective vehicle for ruminating on societal problems. Its Peabody award-winning project, 1000XResist, incorporated the

Super League's Final Charge: Play-off spots taking shape with five rounds left

There are just five rounds of Super League action remaining and, with it, a whole lot of drama as Super League's Final Charge ramps up.

UEFA signs joint letter slamming 'deception' as Infantino fallout continues

UEFA, CONCACAF and AFC have hit out at "deception" and a "fundamental breach of trust" around Gianni Infantino's botched World Cup stake sale plans to further raise the pressure on the under-fire FIFA president.

USD/CHF Price Forecast: Struggles below 0.8100 as bears eye 50-SMA pivotal support

The USD/CHF pair struggles to attract any meaningful buyers and remains on the back foot below the 0.8100 mark through the first half of the European session on Monday.

U.S. CPI inflation, Securitize, Gemini among earnings reports: Crypto Week Ahead

Your look at what's coming in the week starting Aug. 10

Woman assaulted after Travelodge staff gave room key to her abuser

Woman had gone to London hotel for ‘night away from the fear’ in latest incident of chain giving keys to men without checkingTravelodge staff gave a room key to the domestic abuser of a woman, who then physically attacked her.The woman, who is remaining anonymous, told the BBC she was staying in a branch of the hotel in London to escape the man, but he follo

Japanese Yen: Intervention faces persistent rate gap – HSBC

HSBC Asset Management reviews recent coordinated intervention by Japanese and US authorities to support the Japanese Yen, recalling the sharp carry-trade unwind during the previous episode two years ago.

WTI comes off from day’s high as investors seeks clarity on Hormuz reopening

West Texas Intermediate (WTI), futures on NYMEX, gives back some of its early gains, but it still 1.6% higher at around $77.55 during the European trading session on Monday. The oil price retreats from its day’s high as fears of a prolonged global energy supply disruption have escalated.

Infantino broke trust 'through deception' - confederation presidents

Fifa has been accused of breaking trust "through deception" in an open letter issued by Uefa, Concacaf and the Asian Football Confederation.

Coinsbuy hit by reported $7.9M Ethereum, TRON drain

Coinsbuy linked wallets reportedly lost over $7.9M across Ethereum and TRON as attackers moved funds through exchanges toward Monero.

US Dollar: Softer labour data shifts Fed outlook – Societe Generale

Societe Generale’s Kenneth Broux reports that weaker US employment data and downward revisions have sharply reduced expectations for a September Fed hike, though one move remains priced for December.

South Korea opposition proposes delaying 22% crypto tax to 2030

South Korea’s opposition People Power Party has moved to delay the country’s 22% cryptocurrency investment tax by three years to Jan. 1, 2030, days after the government kept the levy on track to start in 2027.

Euro area investor confidence returns to positive territory in August - Sentix

August Sentix investor confidence 0.9 vs -0.5 expectedPrior -3.1Euro area investor sentiment continues to recover in August, with the index returning to positive territory for the first time since February.That is helped by both an improvement in the current situation and expectations index, both of which have also risen for a fourth month in a row. The form

Eurozone Sentix Investor Confidence turns positive to 0.9 in August

Eurozone’s Sentix Investor Confidence data, a key indicator of Investor morale, turns positive to 0.9 in August, the first time in five months. The sentiment data turned negative in March when the Middle East war started.

Dow futures remain steady amid rising oil, diminishing Fed cut odds

Dow Jones futures are steady around 54,150 during European hours on Monday. Meanwhile, S&P 500 futures gain 0.16% to trade near 7,790 and Nasdaq 100 futures gain 0.39%, trading near 29,950.

Over 2 million DOGE sit trapped in limbo as Dogechain keeps printing blocks past its final deadline

The RPC and explorer advanced beyond noon, but QuickSwap’s Dogechain route still sent users to Polygon and bridge withdrawals remained unproven. The post Over 2 million DOGE sit trapped in limbo as Dogechain keeps printing blocks past its final deadline appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Ancient Roman pottery discovered in shipwreck off Sicilian coast – video

Italy's Carabinieri cultural protection unit has discovered the wreck of a Roman ship off Sicily. Divers found hundreds of amphorae and parts of anchors inside the vessel, which was located about 3 miles off the coast of Mazara del Vallo.

Australian Dollar: RBA set to hold amid inflation risks - BNY

BNY’s Geoff Yu and David Tam expect the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to keep rates unchanged at 4.35%, noting that markets doubt its willingness to hike despite persistent inflation and robust labor and spending data.

Cysic surges 223% weekly as Upbit adds CYS markets

Cysic rallied before Upbit announced CYS trading, while the exchange later delayed its BTC and USDT market launch twice to 20:00 KST.

Fake Wasabi Wallet app steals 6 BTC after landing on Apple Store

A fake Wasabi Wallet application has appeared on Apple’s App Store and has already been linked to the theft of roughly 6 BTC from one user, according to crypto security monitoring reports. According to Com Feed monitoring, the malicious application…

Silver Price Forecasts: XAG/USD confirms a bullish H&S targeting $67.17

Silver (XAG/USD) appreciates for the second consecutive day on Monday, trading around $64.30 after confirming above July’s peak in the $63.30 area.

Swap agreed for Everton's McNeil and Palace's Johnson

Everton and Crystal Palace agree a swap deal that will involve Toffees' winger Dwight McNeil joining the Eagles and Wales international Brennan Johnson moving in the opposite direction.

British Pound rallies to over one-week high as fiscal woes and rate gap hammer Yen

The GBP/JPY cross catches aggressive bids at the start of a new week and builds on its strong recovery move from the vicinity of mid-209.00s, or the lowest level since early March touched last Monday.

Iran foreign ministry reaffirms that there are no negotiations with the US currently

We are only exchanging messages with the US via intermediariesThere are no negotiations taking place currentlyOnly negotiations are with Oman, and they are constructive and positiveNot seeking to impose fees on ships transiting through Strait of Hormuz for nowBut if we implement mechanisms to monitor navigation and provide services, it is only natural to col

Ancestral Visions of the Future review – visceral cine-memoir is a haunting return to Lesotho

Lemohang Jeremiah Mosese pairs his literary-grade voiceover with propulsive, prophetic images to interrogate his identity and that of his colonialism-carved homelandHere is a captivating stream of consciousness film about exile, roots and identity by Lemohang Jeremiah Mosese, director of the lauded 2019 activism story This Is Not a Burial, It’s a Resurrectio

SA premier announces royal commission into AI – as it happened

This blog is now closedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPolice say the remains found in a suitcase near Goulburn are not human.Supt Linda Bradbury with NSW police said:Some good news here that we don’t have a suspicious death of a human on our hands. … We are still undertaking more forensic work to identify what they are.

Swedish Krona: Hormuz reopening could lift SEK against NOK - Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Michael Pfister analyses NOK/SEK through oil-price sensitivity and rate expectations. He finds the Norwegian Krone reacts more strongly to oil than the Swedish Krona, while Riksbank expectations adjust more to oil shocks than Norges Bank.

Inside stablecoin firm BVNK’s journey to a $1.8B acquisition by Mastercard

Early BVNK investor Concentric shares a fascinating inside view on the stablecoin startup’s journey and the eventual Mastercard deal.

Fantom backer Harry Yeh dies after 30th floor Paraguay fall

Harry Yeh, Quantum Fintech founder and Fantom ecosystem backer, died in Paraguay as police investigate a reported fall from the 30th floor.

Harry Potter fans force relocation of £430m undersea cable to avoid Dobby’s ‘grave’

Power cable linking UK and Ireland now passes near Bronze Age human burial remains instead of fictional grave on Welsh beachHarry Potter fans have forced a new multimillion-pound power cable between the UK and Ireland to be relocated after complaining it would desecrate the “grave” of Dobby, a fictional elf.The character was laid to rest on Freshwater West b

Brazilian player falls down tunnel during goal celebration

Brazilian player Jacy says he got "carried away" after he ended up falling down a hold in his goal celebration in Coritib's 2-1 win against Chapecoense.

Robinhood rolls out crypto trading in UK with more than 50 assets

Robinhood has begun offering cryptocurrency trading to eligible UK customers, giving users access to more than 50 digital assets through Bitstamp inside its main investing app. According to a Bloomberg report, the rollout starts this week and brings crypto trading…

US Dollar Index Price Forecast: Decline to accelerate below 99.40

The US Dollar (USD) edges up against its peers on Monday after a vertical decline on Friday. At press time, the US Dollar Index (DXY), which gauges the Greenback’s value against six major currencies, trades marginally higher to near 99.70.

Brent: Cautious trade with geopolitical risks – Rabobank

Rabobank’s Bas van Geffen notes that talks on reopening Hormuz are progressing slowly, with Iran adding new conditions on the United States (US), keeping geopolitical risk elevated for Oil.

Harry Potter fans force cable diversion of multimillion pipeline project to protect Dobby’s ‘grave’

It has been revealed that Harry Potter fans succeeded in diverting a multimillion-pound power link between the UK and Ireland after they pointed out the project would disturb a memorial to Dobby the House Elf.

EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Positions above nine-day EMA near 183.00

EUR/JPY rises after registering losses in the previous day, trading around 183.10 during the European hours on Monday. The currency cross is holding a capped tone as it sits below the 50-day Exponential moving average (EMA) while clinging to short-term support at the nine-day EMA.

UMX launches beta with crypto and real U.S. stocks

UMX launched an invitation only beta combining crypto trading with real U.S. stocks, ETFs, options and cross asset collateral tools.

UK regulators to prepare tokenized gold framework: Report

The UK’s FCA is reportedly preparing a regulatory framework for tokenized gold and how these products may be used as collateral assets in wholesale markets.

British Pound: Soft GDP could trigger dovish BoE repricing – BBH

Brown Brothers Harriman’s (BBH) Elias Haddad argues that the British Pound (GBP) requires a stronger-than-expected United Kingdom (UK) Gross Domestic Product (GDP) print to gain upside traction.

Swapping a $23M business for $1M cash while banking on locked WLFI tokens shows how dire crypto balance sheets have become

The buyer owes $11 million later, while 3.58 billion WLFI still need registration effectiveness to become transferable. The post Swapping a $23M business for $1M cash while banking on locked WLFI tokens shows how dire crypto balance sheets have become appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Australian Dollar flat above 0.7050 vs USD, close to June 16 peak as traders await RBA

The AUD/USD pair enters a bullish consolidation phase at the start of the new week as traders opt to move to the sidelines ahead of the crucial Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) meeting on Tuesday.

Australia suspends Cryptolink’s 96 Bitcoin ATMs for three months

Australia’s financial intelligence agency has suspended Cryptolink’s crypto ATM operations for three months after finding failures in transaction reporting and raising ongoing concerns over the company’s handling of high-risk activity. According to the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre, Cryptolink’s…

Equities: Falling oil and AI rebound drive record highs - Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank strategists report that falling energy prices and softer Federal Reserve (Fed) expectations helped push the S&P 500 and other major equity indices to new record highs last week.

Euro dips further against the British Pound, weighed by higher Oil prices

The Euro (EUR) posts mild losses against the British Pound (GBP) on Monday, with the EUR/GBP pair testing Friday’s lows at 0.8560, as the situation in the Middle East muddles and Crude prices tick up, adding pressure on the Eurozone’s Oil-importing economies.

Canadian Dollar weakens as US Dollar strengthens on rising risk aversion

USD/CAD gains ground after registering over 0.5% losses in the previous day, trading around 1.3950 during the early European hours on Monday. The pair gains ground as the US Dollar (USD) strengthens on rising safe-haven demand, driven by heightened geopolitical caution.

CLARITY Act gains U.S. security backing from ex-defense chief

Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper urged Senate passage of the CLARITY Act, arguing its crypto rules would strengthen U.S. national security.

Japanese Yen: Intervention credibility questioned – BNY

BNY’s Geoff Yu and David Tam highlight that USD/JPY is grinding higher again after Japan’s recent intervention, with the Japanese Yen (JPY) having already surrendered much of its gains.

World Liberty’s $100M WLFI buyer linked to UK money laundering probe

Guren “Bobby” Zhou, the businessman identified as the person behind Aqua 1’s $100 million purchase of World Liberty Financial tokens, has remained linked to an active British money laundering investigation after his 2021 arrest, despite not being charged. The New…

Vondrousova’s antics put tennis doping tests in spotlight – a far cry from football’s view | Tumaini Carayol

Former Wimbledon champion’s suspension comes as Mykhailo Mudryk returns for Chelsea, exposing stark contrast in processesIn the months between the first announcement of Marketa Vondrousova’s doping test refusal and the release of the full reasoned decision after her four‑year ban, the 2023 Wimbledon champion did her best to grab hold of the narrative. Betwee

St Helens’ decline reaches breaking point with stench of failure lingering

Record 10-time Super League champions are poised to miss out on playoffs for the first time but their problems run deeper than poor resultsPerhaps the biggest concern as the full-time hooter sounded on another miserable evening for St Helens on Thursday was that the anger, along with thousands of supporters, had long since disappeared and had been replaced w

Hodgkinson’s 800m showdown headlines mouthwatering European Championships

There will be a host of world-class athletes in Birmingham this week but the 800m should shine like a supernovaThey say betting is a mug’s game. But here are two predictions to take to the bank.

‘Men have 30 seconds to get a laugh. Women have 10’: standup Bella Hull on proving herself in rough clubs

She started standup at 17 playing ‘unsafe basements’ and braving revolting hecklers – and even worse headline acts. Now she writes for SNL and is giving Edinburgh a blast of her surreal comedyComedy isn’t just a career for Bella Hull.

It’s not just the Odyssey effect: poetry is booming because it’s the only language for these times of violence and chaos | Charlotte Higgins

From Homer’s epic to conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, we can see how poetry fills the gap when ordinary ways of writing or speaking aren’t enoughThe biggest sales of poetry since records began are expected this year. The reason?

The team behind Hodgkinson's golden rise and the hunt for a world record

BBC Sport looks at the team behind Great Britain 800m star Keely Hodgkinson's golden rise and pursuit of a world record.

Robinhood brings crypto trading to UK in AI-powered all-in-one app

The trading firm is also introducing “Robinhood Cortex Digests for Crypto,” a generative AI-powered widget that analyses breaking news and other data.

Britain's Hunt claims European Championships 100m gold

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Britain's Hunt claims European Championships 100m gold”.

Bitcoin BIP editor seeks Luke Dashjr’s removal

Bitcoin BIP editor Murch called for Luke Dashjr’s removal, citing BIP110 process concerns after the proposal created a minority chain.

Live updates: WTI crude oil up 5% and back to $80, as bitcoin drops below $64,000

The market rose even as the Senate left the crypto bill unpassed before its recess, with steady ETF inflows and a softer dollar doing more for prices than Washington.

Mourinho had deal to succeed Sir Alex at United

José Mourinho was set to replace Sir Alex Ferguson as Manchester United boss in 2013 before changing his mind and rejoining Chelsea, a new Netflix docuseries on the Portuguese manager revealed.

Forex Today: Post-NFP US Dollar selloff pauses

Here is what you need to know on Monday, August 10:

Bybit is suing North Korea, and it might actually work

The exchange filed a civil lawsuit in a US federal court against North Korea, its intelligence agency, and the Lazarus Group over the $1.5 billion hack of February 2025. A judge has already frozen stolen assets.

The five second trick that drained millions from Polymarket

Researchers found 821 accounts that made $8.2 million by manipulating bitcoin prices in the final seconds before Polymarket settled its short dated contracts. Polymarket has now replaced instant snapshots with time weighted averages, but the structural vulnerability they exposed is…

Australian Dollar: Hawkish risk before RBA – Commerzbank

Volkmar Baur at Commerzbank expects the RBA to keep rates unchanged, in line with market pricing, but sees scope for a slightly hawkish tone given high petroleum prices and already reduced hike expectations.

Trump Media killed the CRO treasury deal, and the entire crypto treasury boom may be next

Trump Media and Technology Group terminated its planned Cronos treasury venture with Crypto.com and Yorkville on August 7. The retreat signals that the corporate crypto treasury thesis, built on the premise that holding tokens is a balance sheet strategy, is…

British Pound outperforms at the start of the UK Q2 GDP data week

The British Pound (GBP) trades higher against its major currency peers and is marginally up at around 1.3500 against the US Dollar (USD) during the European trading session on Monday.

Wintermute just got SEC approval to trade stocks, and crypto market makers are quietly becoming broker dealers

The largest crypto liquidity provider registered with FINRA on August 6. The move signals something larger than one firm’s expansion: the infrastructure that runs crypto markets is migrating onto Wall Street rails.

Sanctuary review – tender, uplifting portrait of love in the Aids crisis

Pleasance Dome, EdinburghJacob Sparrow’s award-winning two-hander finds hope and humanity amid the prejudice and loss of the 1990sOne of the highlights of the Edinburgh international festival is a revival of Tony Kushner’s Angels in America, an era-defining play set at the height of the Aids crisis. In a smaller room of the same city is Jacob Sparrow’s debut

USD/JPY Price Forecast: Bounces up from lows with bulls aiming for 158.65

The US Dollar has retraced previous losses against the Japanese Yen (JPY) on Monday, with the USD/JPY pair returning above the 158.00 line, after bouncing up from Friday’s low, at 156.68. The pair has regained some momentum, and bulls are aiming at last week's highs, in the 158.65 area.

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.

Euro: Weak US jobs lift EUR against US Dollar on Fed repricing – Danske Bank

Danske Research Team notes that the US Dollar (USD) weakened after a softer US jobs report, allowing EUR/USD to briefly reach its highest level in almost two months.

What are the main events for today?

EUROPEAN SESSIONIn the European session, we just have the Eurozone Sentix investor confidence index which is expected at -0.5 vs -3.1 in the prior month. This is never a market-moving release and it won't change anything for the ECB.

This bitcoin miner rejected BIP-110 despite mining through a pool that supported it

Ocean, a bitcoin mining pool, had been backing BIP-110 by default. Simple Mining, a company that runs mining machines through Ocean, used software from the pool that lets individual miners choose for themselves and went the other way.

Football transfer rumours: Endrick set for Villa loan? De Jong offered in Rodri deal?

Today’s fluff is counting the penniesA sense of excitement is what Aston Villa need at the moment after selling off key players. What better way to create it than signing a prodigious talent from Real Madrid?

Comic Con Astana brings global stars and thousands of cosplay fans to Kazakhstan

Comic Con Astana, Central Asia's biggest pop culture festival, has celebrated its fifth anniversary with international film stars, elaborate cosplay, gaming tournaments and one of the region's largest cosplay competitions, drawing thousands of visitors to Kazakhstan's capital.

UK FCA prepares tokenized gold framework with major banks

The FCA is discussing tokenized gold standards with banks as UK regulators explore its use as wholesale collateral under existing market rules.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 review: your passport to a folding phone future

Novel squat Android opens to an iPad-like screen for video or multitasking, with plenty of power and battery lifeSamsung’s latest folding phone breaks the mould with a squat, passport-like shape reminiscent of the Blackberry, which opens up to become a tablet similar to an iPad mini. It is certainly a better shape for a tablet than other designs, but is a sh

John Berger: From Life by Tom Overton review – a vibrant biography of the pioneering critic

This multi-layered portrait is a fitting tribute to the man behind Ways of SeeingThe cultural critic John Berger was still alive and kicking when he donated his literary archive – heaped boxes of letters and notepads, sketches and scripts – to the British Library in 2009. From his home in the Alps, he proceeded to liaise with the collection’s curator, Tom Ov

An indigenous photographic history of America – in pictures

Spanning generations and multiple Indigenous societies and nations, In Light and Shadow traces the visual importance of Indigenous photographers. Representing work in different genres, the book presents more than 250 images with an accompanying exhibition at Obscura Gallery from 14 August Continue reading...

Mermaid Beach review – Wales gets its mermaidcore moment in teen-empowerment tale

When discontented Lily becomes a fantastical sea creature her low-budget transformation is strikingly unconvincing, rather in tune with the whole filmMermaidcore comes to the Welsh coastline in this somewhat stilted family movie about a teenager called Lily who turns into a mermaid. You could imagine it being developed into a series for kids’ TV but as a fil

Yields are spiking toward 5.2%, but history shows Bitcoin might completely ignore Wall Street’s $125 billion stress test

Three sales meet CPI and PPI, creating measurable tests of bond demand, yields and Bitcoin pressure. The post Yields are spiking toward 5.2%, but history shows Bitcoin might completely ignore Wall Street’s $125 billion stress test appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Osaka defeats local favourite to reach Canadian Open quarter-finals

Highlights of the Canadian Open match between Naomi Osaka and Leylah Fernandez.

Empery Digital cuts unrestricted Bitcoin holdings 76%

Empery Digital sold 1,635 BTC for $102.2 million, leaving 325 BTC unrestricted as debt and a possible $62.1 million property commitment remain.

Golfer shoots 59 in final round en route to win on Korn Ferry Tour

Frankie Harris made an 18-foot birdie putt on the final hole as he shot a 12-under 59 before winning the Korn Ferry Tour's Pinnacle Bank Championship in a play-off.

EUR/USD Price Forecast: Eyes further upside towards 1.1620

The Euro (EUR) trades subduedly at around 1.1550 against the US Dollar (USD) during the early European trading session on Monday. The EUR/USD pair edges down as the US Dollar rebounds after a significant fall on Friday.

Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 21

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

Bitcoin price tops $65K ahead of key U.S. CPI report

Bitcoin briefly topped $65,000 as U.S. ETF inflows strengthened and traders turned to Wednesday’s July CPI report for the next Fed signal.

Brennan secures FedEx Cup Playoffs spot and place at 2027 Masters with Wyndham win

Highlights from day four of the Wyndham Championship at Sedgefield Country Club, the final PGA Tour event before the FedExCup Playoffs.

Indian Rupee falls as Iran tightens Hormuz reopening conditions

The Indian Rupee (INR) is down against the US Dollar (USD) at the start of the week. The USD/INR pair rebounds to near 95.30 as oil prices extend their recovery move and the US Dollar regains ground after a weak Friday.

Bitcoin Red Team founder turns to Chinese AI: ‘It absolutely guts me’

Bitcoin Red Team has now found 1,288 critical and high-level vulnerabilities in the Bitcoin ecosystem as of Saturday.

How Liverpool are shaping up under Iraola

Four pre-season games is a very small sample, but Andoni Iraola is starting to put his stamp on Liverpool. So how are the Reds shaping up under their new boss?

WTI Price Forecast: Bulls await sustained move above $78.00 amid supply concerns

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) – the benchmark US Crude Oil price – kicks off the new week on a positive note amid the US-Iran standoff over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

'You could smell someone' who worked at Raleigh

The company was more than just a employer. For years, it was part of the fabric of Nottingham.

Indonesian Rupiah struggles as Consumer Confidence drops to weakest level since September 2025

USD/IDR holds gains after registering over 0.5% losses in the previous trading day, hovering around 17,860 during the Asian hours on Monday. The pair continues to trade with an upward bias as the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) faces pressure following the release of domestic Consumer Confidence data.

Canary XRP ETF assets fall despite $82M share activity

Canary’s XRP ETF lost $81.6 million in net assets as $159.7 million of unrealized XRP depreciation outweighed share growth.

UK manufacturers face rising hacking risk as survey shows 30% were hit last year

Big companies describe being under constant threat but only half have a plan in place to respond to an attackNearly a third of British manufacturers have been hit by a cyber-attack on them or a company in their supply chain, according to a survey that highlighted the growing hacking risk to companies.The findings come almost a year after Britain’s largest au

Tech leaders say AI means less work - their staff say they work up to 90 hours a week

Tech companies are not modelling their own claims of the technology giving people more free time.

Today on Sky Sports Racing: Badri chases four-timer at Windsor

Windsor takes centre stage on Monday with a six-race Flat meeting live on Sky Sports Racing.

Grayscale pulls 3 altcoin ETF filings in 190 seconds

Grayscale withdrew SEC registrations for planned ADA, HBAR and DOT ETFs, saying no shares were sold and the filings never became effective.

Bitcoin tops $65,000 with U.S. inflation data due this week

Every major except XRP is green on the week, with BTC, ether and BNB each up nearly 3% as global stocks trade near a record.

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

Gold prices fell in India on Monday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

Australia orders Cryptolink Bitcoin ATMs offline over ‘basic reporting’ failures

Australia’s financial watchdog has suspended Cryptolink’s registration for three months, adding to a crackdown that previously saw the Bitcoin ATM operator fined $56,340.

XRP is getting left behind in the crypto bounce even as ETFs keep attracting investor money

The token fell 5% last week while BTC, ETH and SOL climbed.

Swiss Franc declines as safe-haven demand supports US Dollar

USD/CHF inches higher after registering over 0.5% losses in the previous trading day, hovering around 0.8090 during the Asian hours on Monday.

NYSE advances onchain settlement for tokenized securities

NYSE President Lynn Martin says the exchange is advancing onchain settlement for tokenized securities after joining DTC’s July pilot.

Inside the rise and future of hacky sack's throwback momentum

Hacky sack has always had nostalgic appeal and a grassroots playing base. But this spring, things really surged.

Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona ratchet up efforts to sign Man City's Rodri

Barcelona are stepping up their pursuit of Man City midfielder Rodri. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Movie paradise? How Malta became a magnet for big film shoots

EU’s smallest country has played ancient Rome, the Land of Spells and Bay of Pentos and draws more than 30 productions annuallyWhat links the Caribbean, ancient Rome, Enid Blyton’s Land of Spells, the south of France and the Bay of Pentos from Game of Thrones? They are all places that have been portrayed in recent and forthcoming films by a sunny archipelago

‘This is asking a lot of the buttocks’: my 23-hour Wagner marathon on a rock hard seat in a heatwave

How does it feel to be locked into a venue notorious for its unpadded seating to experience a full-throttle Ring cycle and more? Our critic found out at the 150th anniversary of the mighty Bayreuth festivalLiszt and Bruckner were there from the start.

Olga Koch: Fat Tom Cruise review – surefire standup pirouettes through the punchlines

Pleasance Courtyard, EdinburghThe fast-talking comic considers fraternity culture, gender discrimination and an unrequited crush in a cleverly engineered showFrom the outset, Olga Koch’s show Fat Tom Cruise looks like it’s got something meaningful to say. It’s not just the screens and sleek stage furniture, on to which details of several US legal cases are p

New Zealand Dollar drifts lower as USD recovers from post-NFP lows amid Mideast jitters

The NZD/USD pair is seen extending Friday's late pullback from the vicinity of the monthly peak – levels just above the 0.5900 mark – and drifting lower at the start of a new week.

The Argentine who wishes he could play for Wales

Proud of his Welsh roots, Chile-based Argentine defender Jeremias James hopes for a rule change to help his international ambitions.

United States Dollar Index advances above 99.50 due to Middle East risks

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the US Dollar (USD) against six major currencies, is gaining ground after registering modest losses in the previous day and trading around 99.70 during the Asian hours on Monday.

investingLive Asia-Pacific Financial Market news: No Hormuz deal in sight

ICYMI - Citi lifts Q3 Brent forecast to 80 dollars as Iran war drags onKosdaq circuit breaker triggered as Korean tech stocks surge. Kospi, Nikkei rise.RBA preview - Westpac says soft Q2 CPI gives RBA room to hold at 4.35%Recap - BOJ debated faster rate hike pace in July, summary showsChina's stockpiles are masking the true scale of the Hormuz shockPeople’s

Crypto’s first quantum attack will look like unexplained breach: Quantus founder

Bad actors with access to a cryptography-breaking quantum computer probably won’t try to announce it to the world by hacking Satoshi Nakamoto’s high-profile Bitcoin wallets, crypto executives say.

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD starts US CPI week on flat note around $63.50

Silver price (XAG/USD) trades in a tight range at around $63.50 during the Asian trading session at the start of the week. The white metal struggles for direction but is close to an almost seven-week high of $65.16 posted on Friday.

Australian Dollar weakens as safe-haven demand lifts US Dollar

AUD/USD inches lower after registering modest gains in the previous day, trading around 0.7060 during the Asian hours on Monday. The pair holds losses as the US Dollar (USD) receives support from broad risk aversion.

Canadian Dollar pulls back from two-month top as rebounding USD counters higher oil prices

The USD/CAD pair attracts some dip-buyers at the start of a new week and recovers a part of Friday's heavy losses to the 1.3925 area, or a nearly two-month low.

NBA offseason buzz: Latest free agency and trade updates

We're tracking deals, trades and buzz across the NBA, including the latest on free agents such as DeMar DeRozan.

Ty Gibbs outlasts Christopher Bell, wins Cup Series race in Iowa

Ty Gibbs -- the 23-year-old grandson of former NFL coaching great and NASCAR team owner Joe Gibbs -- used late pit strategy and held off teammate Christopher Bell over the final 20 laps to win the NASCAR Cup Series race Sunday at Iowa Speedway.

Gold bulls seem hesitant near $4,350 as Iran risks and Fed hike bets support USD

Gold (XAU/USD) climbs above $4,350, hitting a fresh high during the first half of the European session on Monday, though it remains below the highest level since June 17, set on Friday in reaction to the US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report.

Sale, still fuming after balk, ejected before win

Atlanta Braves ace Chris Sale was ejected by umpire Dan Merzel before a pitch was thrown in Sunday's 2-1 victory over the New York Yankees, a day after being called for a balk, the third of his career, that scored a run in a loss at Yankee Stadium.

Rivera earns back-to-back U.S. gymnastics titles

Olympic gold medalist Hezly Rivera, 18, won her second straight gymnastics national title on Sunday, rallying from fourth during the final day of competition with four poised and professional routines.

'House of the Dragon,' Season 3 finale: The rumble at Tumbleton

Ulf arrives late to the party and sets it ablaze.

Japanese Yen comes under pressure as BoJ division, unexpected current account deficit

USD/JPY gains ground after registering modest losses in the previous day, trading around 158.20 during the Asian hours on Monday.

British Pound moves away from multi-week top as Hormuz risks support USD

The GBP/USD pair edges lower at the start of a new week and moves further away from an over three-week high, or levels just above the 1.3500 psychological mark touched on Friday.

Euro consolidates below its highest level since June 17 as Mideast tensions support USD

The EUR/USD pair kicks off the new week on a subdued note and trades just above 1.1550 during the Asian session, well within striking distance of a fresh high since June 17, touched in reaction to the disappointing US jobs data on Friday.

Investors poured $82 million into Canary’s XRP ETF, but falling prices erased double what they put in

Unrealized XRP depreciation erased nearly twice the value added by net capital-share activity as token holdings rose 31.7%. The post Investors poured $82 million into Canary’s XRP ETF, but falling prices erased double what they put in appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Hormuz tensions escalate as unconfirmed missile attack amid fragile US-Iran talks

The ongoing US-Iran conflict has entered a crucial diplomatic phase, with intense fighting and strategic pressure around the vital Strait of Hormuz continuing to drive the dynamic of the war.

PBOC sets USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7884 vs. 6.7904 previous

On Monday, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) sets the USD/CNY central rate for the trading session ahead at 6.7884 compared to Friday's fix of 6.7904 and 6.7379 Reuters estimate.

The Odyssey becomes Christopher Nolan’s highest grossing film as it passes $1.1bn at box office

The film-maker’s take on Homer’s epic has beaten his previous record holder The Dark Knight RisesThe Odyssey has become the highest grossing film of Christopher Nolan’s career, having made more than US$1bn at the global box office less than a month after its release.The blockbuster, which was released on 17 July, is an adaptation of Homer’s ancient Greek epi

BoJ Summary of Opinions: Board split on pace of rate hikes amid inflation risk

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) published the Summary of Opinions from the July 30-31 monetary policy meeting, which showed a split between members wanting to hold rates to assess the impact of the last rate hike and others pushing to continue or accelerate tightening. Key findings noted below.

WTI rises to near $79.50 amid uncertainty over reopening Strait of Hormuz

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil price gains ground after registering nearly 1.5% losses in the previous trading day, hovering around $79.40 per barrel during the Asian hours on Monday. Crude oil prices advance as persistent uncertainty surrounds efforts to reopen the critical Strait of Hormuz.

Could your tattoo stop you from getting a job?

A quarter of the UK population – including the new prime minister – have at least one tattoo, but they still divide opinion in the workplace.

BIP-110 ends with a whimper, CLARITY vote punted: Hodler’s Digest, Aug. 9

BIP-110 forks itself into oblivion with a “2-block chain” and CLARITY will finally get a Senate vote in September. The odds say that vote will be a No.

Ex-US defense secretary calls CLARITY Act a ‘national security bill’

Former US Defense Secretary Mark Esper says the CLARITY Act is not merely a financial services bill, its a national security one.

In just 190 seconds, Grayscale quietly pulled the plug on three major altcoin ETFs

Cardano, Hedera and Polkadot registration withdrawals gave no reason for the retreat, while five other Grayscale altcoin filings remained preliminary. The post In just 190 seconds, Grayscale quietly pulled the plug on three major altcoin ETFs appeared first on CryptoSlate.